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Creator
Santigold Lyrics


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Got no need for the fancy things
All the attention that it brings
Tell me no, I say yes, I was chosen
And I will deliver the explosion

Can't say it's gonna get me far
Do no good to say what you are
I run the streets and I break up houses
River runs deep and the flame devours it

Me, I'm a Creator
Thrill is to make it up
The rules I break got me a place
Up on the radar
Me, I'm a Taker
Know what the stakes are
Can't roll it back, it's understood
Got to play our cards

Me, I'm a Creator
Thrill is to make it up
The rules I break got me a place
Up on the radar
Me, I'm a Taker
Know what the stakes are
Can't roll it back, it's understood
Got to play our cards

Sit tight I know what you are
Mad bright but you ain't no star
Polish up 'til you make it gleam
Your M.O, I know what you mean
Tail ridin' and I know it's true
While they screamin' I love you
Down deep you know there ain't no flow
A soul decay, was D.O.A

I know what you here for now
Words out you're an idea whore though
Now don't you crush on me
I'll see you in your pipe dreams
Whether or not you know it's true
You're who they dictate to
That shit must hurt real bad
Fakin' what you wish you had

Me, I'm a Creator
Thrill is to make it up
The rules I break got me a place
Up on the radar
Me, I'm a Taker
Know what the stakes are
Can't roll it back, it's understood
Got to play our cards

Here all the folks come ask about me
Bandwagon, know they used to doubt me
Blind side tend to hit real hard
You should heed the warning, get a body guard
Steady friction in this bitch
Creepin' in just like an itch
So far I got the last laugh
Still the rich rise up, still I live fast
Wouldn't know it face to face
Got no soul and got no taste
Moving in speed up the pace
I got it locked though, what a waste
All the talk is standard fare
Walk the walk if it gets you there
On the grind 'til the gig is up
I'm 'a smash 'em down
Put a muzzle on them like, "What"

Me, I'm a Creator
Thrill is to make it up
The rules I break got me a place
Up on the radar
Me, I'm a Taker
Know what the stakes are
Can't roll it back, it's understood
Got to play our cards

Me, I'm a Creator
Thrill is to make it up
The rules I break got me a place
Up on the radar
Me, I'm a Taker
Know what the stakes are
Can't roll it back, it's understood
Got to play our cards

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Santigold's song "Creator" reflect the idea of self-empowerment and personal agency. The singer rejects material possessions and attention for the sake of others, insisting that they were chosen to bring a unique explosion to the world. They acknowledge that their ways may not lead to success, but they run the streets and break up houses nonetheless. The refrain, "Me, I'm a Creator," emphasizes the singer's role in making their own destiny, rather than following others' expectations. They are a Taker as well, aware of the risks and what's at stake, but they understand that they must play their cards and break the rules in order to truly make a difference.


The lyrics can also be seen as a rejection of conformity and adherence to societal norms. The singer is aware of the phoniness in the music industry, with people chasing fame and success without true passion or talent. They see themselves as a unique force, rising above the bandwagon followers who used to doubt them. The warning to "get a bodyguard" speaks to the friction and competition that comes with being a creative visionary.


Overall, "Creator" is an anthem for individuality and breaking free from the constraints of traditional success. The singer does not seek the approval of others or adhere to outdated norms, but instead creates their own path and relishes in the thrill of doing so.


Line by Line Meaning

Got no need for the fancy things
I don't need material possessions


All the attention that it brings
I don't need attention or fame either


Tell me no, I say yes, I was chosen
I follow my own path and don't care what others think of me


And I will deliver the explosion
I'm going to make a big impact with my creativity


Can't say it's gonna get me far
I don't know if my creativity will lead to success


Do no good to say what you are
It's better to prove yourself through action rather than words


I run the streets and I break up houses
I'm willing to take risks and challenge the status quo


River runs deep and the flame devours it
I have deep creativity and passion that fuels me to succeed


Me, I'm a Creator
I am a creative person


Thrill is to make it up
I love the excitement of creating something new


The rules I break got me a place
My willingness to break rules has helped me succeed


Up on the radar
I am noticed and recognized for my talents


Me, I'm a Taker
I am willing to take risks in order to succeed


Know what the stakes are
I understand the risks and rewards involved in pursuing my goals


Can't roll it back, it's understood
I cannot go back on my decisions and I accept the consequences


Got to play our cards
I have to make the best of the hand I'm dealt


Sit tight I know what you are
I can see through facades and understand people's true motives


Mad bright but you ain't no star
You may be talented, but you aren't as successful as I am


Polish up 'til you make it gleam
You try to make yourself look good, but it's not authentic


Your M.O, I know what you mean
I understand your true intentions and motivations


Tail ridin' and I know it's true
You follow the crowd and are not original or innovative


While they screamin' I love you
You may have fans, but you lack true creativity and passion


Down deep you know there ain't no flow
You lack true creativity and talent


A soul decay, was D.O.A
You are devoid of soul and passion, and were never going to succeed


I know what you here for now
I understand your motivations and goals


Words out you're an idea whore though
You steal ideas rather than being original


Now don't you crush on me
Don't try to copy me or imitate my success


I'll see you in your pipe dreams
You will never achieve what I have achieved


Whether or not you know it's true
You may deny it, but I am more successful and talented than you


You're who they dictate to
You are not original and simply follow what others tell you to do


That shit must hurt real bad
You are probably jealous and hurt by my success


Fakin' what you wish you had
You pretend to have what I have, but you lack true creativity and talent


Here all the folks come ask about me
My success has made me famous and people are curious about me


Bandwagon, know they used to doubt me
People who didn't believe in me are now trying to jump on my success


Blind side tend to hit real hard
People can be envious and try to tear you down when you're successful


You should heed the warning, get a body guard
I need to protect myself from those who might try to harm me


Steady friction in this bitch
There are always going to be challenges and obstacles to success


Creepin' in just like an itch
These challenges can be annoying and persistent


So far I got the last laugh
Despite these challenges, I have still succeeded and proven my worth


Still the rich rise up, still I live fast
Even though I am successful, I do not slow down and continue to strive for more


Wouldn't know it face to face
People may not realize my success just by looking at me


Got no soul and got no taste
Those who are jealous of my success claim that I don't have talent


Moving in speed up the pace
I continue to move forward and push myself to achieve more


I got it locked though, what a waste
I am confident in my abilities and it would be a waste to not use them


All the talk is standard fare
Many people talk about success, but few actually achieve it


Walk the walk if it gets you there
You need to actually take action and work hard in order to succeed


On the grind 'til the gig is up
I will continue to work hard until I have reached my goals


I'm 'a smash 'em down
I will overcome any obstacles in my path to success


Put a muzzle on them like, "What"
I will silence those who doubt me and try to bring me down




Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Santi White, Darin A McFadyen, Dave Taylor

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@shmagglehammer

Right when I had thought the “epic comment” creativity well had all but dried up...along comes:
“When I listen to this.. so do my neighbors”

So simple.
So widely experienced by all.
SO GOOD!!!

Thank you, kind person of comic vision.

Imho, you’ve officially won the interwebs for the month.



All comments from YouTube:

@antoxq6911

This song was really REALLY ahead of its time !!!

@jasminbebe2488

Can’t believe I forgot about this song. Used to listen to it all the time back in 2011. Santigold is amazing, QUEEN!

@rocsiali4092

Same. While rollerblading and biking.

@FuckLinkinParkHaters

Fam I'm the same way don't feel bad. They put it on a boxing game I like called Facebreaker and it always hyped me up before a match. I was so surprised when i found the real artist like 5 years later lol

@LIAISAGREENBEL

Dude saaame!

@AllSystemsGoSound

rocsi ali lol

@woolpuppy

me too omg

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@lehmanndj

When I listen to this song.. so do my neighbors.

@dawnbaker1970

LOL (maybe headphones are called for 🙂)

@shmagglehammer

Right when I had thought the “epic comment” creativity well had all but dried up...along comes:
“When I listen to this.. so do my neighbors”

So simple.
So widely experienced by all.
SO GOOD!!!

Thank you, kind person of comic vision.

Imho, you’ve officially won the interwebs for the month.

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