Like other forms of Christian music, the creation, performance, significance, and even the definition of gospel music varies according to culture and social context. Gospel music is composed and performed for many purposes, including aesthetic pleasure, religious or ceremonial purposes, and as an entertainment product for the marketplace. However, a common theme of most gospel music is praise, worship or thanks to the Judeo-Christian God, Jesus Christ, or the Holy Spirit.
Gospel music in general is characterized by dominant vocals (often with strong use of harmony) referencing lyrics of a religious nature, particularly Christian. Sub-genres include contemporary Gospel, urban contemporary Gospel (sometimes referred to as "Black Gospel"), Southern Gospel, and modern Gospel music (now more commonly known as praise and worship music or Contemporary Christian music). Several forms of Gospel music utilize choirs, use piano and/or Hammond organ, drums, bass guitar and, increasingly, electric guitar. In comparison with hymns, which are generally of a statelier measure, the gospel song is expected to have a refrain and often a more syncopated rhythm.
Gospel music varies in style and flavour. Scholars have argued and some believe that gospel music first came out of African-American churches in the first quarter of the 19th century. Some believe that it was sung by predominately white Southern gospel artists. This argument is based more on geography than fact. Seeing that black gospel was a form of communications between slaves while in Africa, and white gospel was originated in its European form before even making it to American soil, makes the argument valid for both sides. The sharp division between black and white America, particularly black and white churches, have kept the two apart. While those divisions have lessened slightly in the past fifty years, the two traditions are still distinct.
Some performers, such as Mahalia Jackson have limited themselves to appearing in religious contexts only, while others, such as Sister Rosetta Tharpe, a pioneer for black mainstream gospel, the Golden Gate Quartet, and Clara Ward, have performed gospel music in secular settings, even night clubs. Other performers, such as The Jordanaires, The Blackwood Brothers, Al Green, and Solomon Burke, have also performed both secular and religious music.
Although predominantly an American phenomenon, gospel music has spread throughout the world including to Australia with choirs, such as The Elementals and Jonah & The Whalers, and festivals, such as the Australian Gospel Music Festival. Norway is home to the popular Ansgar Gospel Choir, the only true Norwegian Gospel choir. Gospel is also popular in the province of Quebec, Canada, where important gospel choirs such as the Montreal Jubilation Gospel Choir and Quebec Celebration Gospel Choir are famous.
Earfquake
Tyler the Creator Lyrics
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For real, for real, for real this time
Bitch, I cannot fall short
For real, for real, for real this time (yeah yeah)
For real, for real, for real this time
'Cause you make my earth quake
Oh, you make my earth quake
Riding around, your love is shakin' me up and it's making my heart break
'Cause you make my earth quake (earth quake, ooh)
Oh, you make my earth quake
Riding around, your love is shakin' me up and it's making my heart break
Don't leave, it's my fault
Don't leave, it's my fault
Don't leave, it's my fault (yeah)
'Cause when it all comes crashing down I'll need you
'Cause you make my earth quake
Oh, you make my earth quake
Riding around, you tell me something, baby, and it's making my heart break
'Cause you make my earth quake
Oh, you make my earth quake (earth quake, yeah)
Riding around, your love is shakin' me up and it's making my heart break (you already know)
We ain't gotta ball, D.Rose, huh
Don't give a fuck 'bout nun', huh
Beamin' like fuck my lungs, huh
Just might call my lawyer, huh
Plug gon' set me up, huh
Bih, don't set me up, fuck that
I'm with Tyler, yuh (slime)
He ride like the car, huh
And she wicked, huh, yuh
Like Woah Vicky, huh, yeah (like Woah Vicky)
Oh my God, hold up, um
These diamonds not Tiffany, huh, yeah
So in love
So in love
Don't leave, it's my fault (fault)
Don't leave, it's my fault
Don't leave, it's my fault
'Cause when it all comes crashing down I'll need you
(Ay, ay) 'cause you make my earth quake
I don't want no confrontation, no
You don't want my conversation (I don't want no conversation)
I just need some confirmation on how you feel, for real (for real)
(Ay) you don't want no complication, no
I don't want no sovereign nation (I don't want no sovereign nation)
I don't even know 'bout that 'cause I'm for real (for real)
I said don't leave, it's my fault (one)
I said don't leave, it's my fault (two, two)
Don't leave, its, it's my fault girl (one, two, three)
Don't, do-do-do-do-do, I need
In "Earfquake," Tyler the Creator confesses his love to someone who makes his world turn upside down. He repeatedly acknowledges this person's ability to make his "earth quake" and how their presence shakes him up to the point where his heart breaks. Tyler's vulnerability is further evident in the refrain, where he pleads with this person not to leave because he needs them. He recognizes that the relationship is on shaky ground and takes the blame for their issues to convince his significant other to stay.
The second verse, however, takes a different tone, with Tyler brashly proclaiming his priorities. He makes irrelevant statements about basketball player D. Rose, and how he does not care about anything else. Despite the apparent change of tone, he still emphasizes his connection with his lover by mentioning Tyler and their shared bond. Switching gears from his braggadocio, Tyler expresses his need for his lover's feelings about their relationship matters. He acknowledges that he wants confirmation and has no interest in complicating the situation. He finishes the bridge saying it's his fault, repeating the refrain because he doesn't want his lover to leave.
Overall, "Earfquake" is a song about love and compels the listener to understand our human propensity for vulnerability in relationships. Tyler acknowledges his fault in the relationship by pleading and ultimately asking his lover not to leave him. The song's seemingly contradictory style variations in tone, touching on Tyler's abrasive persona, and comprises a brilliant commentary on romance.
Line by Line Meaning
For real, for real this time
I am being serious and authentic this time
Bitch, I cannot fall short
I cannot afford to fail
'Cause you make my earth quake
You have an intense and overwhelming effect on me
Riding around, your love is shakin' me up and it's making my heart break
Being exposed to your love and attention is emotionally intense and causes me pain
Don't leave, it's my fault
I take responsibility for any problems in our relationship and don't want you to leave because of my actions
'Cause when it all comes crashing down I'll need you
I know that I will need you to support me if everything falls apart
We ain't gotta ball, D.Rose, huh
We don't need to show off or spend excessively to be happy
Just might call my lawyer, huh
I am prepared to take legal action if necessary
Plug gon' set me up, huh, Bih, don't set me up, fuck that
I don't want to be betrayed or taken advantage of by anyone
I'm with Tyler, yuh (slime)
I am hanging out with my friend Tyler (using a slang word for friend)
Oh my God, hold up, um, these diamonds not Tiffany, huh, yeah
These diamonds are not from the brand Tiffany & Co.
I just need some confirmation on how you feel, for real
I need you to be honest with me about your feelings
I don't want no sovereign nation (I don't want no sovereign nation)
I don't need any unnecessary drama or conflict
Don't, do-do-do-do-do, I need
I need you and don't want you to leave
Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jordan Terrell Carter, Tyler Gregory Okonma
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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@fortnitegamer897
bro this song hit different a earthquake I'm not kidding one just happened
@anthonytsi8686
I THOUGHT I WAS THE ONLY ONE.. Came back to this after the earthquake
@fortnitegamer897
@@anthonytsi8686 yeah bro after it this was the first thing I thought of
@Vibbyyyy
EARF NOT EARTHQUAKE
@fortnitegamer897
@@Vibbyyyy You're right EARTH is MID it's only EARF
@Fxith31
This song is perfect I just had a earthquake
@zTreakiYT
SAME
@Vibbyyyy
ITS EARFQUAKE
@FWHotti
me too
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