Syncopated City
London Elektricity Lyrics
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Deep down inside the day will come
When I can sing these words to you
It's the least that I can do
In my school the freaky one
My hands were sore, my fingers numb
From making rhythms on my desk
My heart was banging in my chest
So it came to pass my beats
Were broken by the other kids
They make stronger, make me deeper,
So my path is getting steeper
I love my syncopated city
This is my fascinating rhythm
I need my syncopated city
I love my mindless repetition
At the table, fingers tapping
Wish that I could stop this happening
In the morning, in the evening
While I'm working, while I'm sleeping
In the street with people watching
I can't stop myself from jumping
If I smile and look convincing
Maybe they will think....
I'm dancing
I love my syncopated city
This is my fascinating rhythm
I need my syncopated city
I love my sense of dislocation
I love
I love
I love
If it wasn't for music I would give it all away
I need the syncopation
I need the modulation
I need the real soul music
I need that unexpected twist and turn.
The song Syncopated City by London Elektricity is an ode to the power of rhythm and music, and how it shapes our lives and experiences. The lyrics describe the singer's personal journey through music, from being the "freaky one" in school who made rhythms on his desk, to finding his own path and unique sound that is only strengthened by the challenges and criticism of others. The syncopation and dislocation described in the song are not just musical terms, but also metaphors for how music can make us feel both familiar and strange, both grounded and transcendent.
The repetition and modulation in the song's melody and lyrics reinforce the idea of music as a cyclical and evolving force that can transport us to different emotional and mental states. The singer's need for "real soul music" and "unexpected twist and turn" speaks to the transformative power of music, how it can bring us out of our comfort zones and into new creative territories. The Syncopated City is not just a physical place, but also a state of mind, where rhythm and melody guide us to higher levels of consciousness and self-expression.
Line by Line Meaning
In my head a beating drum
I constantly hear a rhythmic beat in my mind
Deep down inside the day will come
I have faith that someday I will achieve my dreams
When I can sing these words to you
I want to express my emotions to you through music
It's the least that I can do
Expressing my emotions through music may not be enough, but it's the best I can do
In my school the freaky one
I was the odd one out in my school
My hands were sore, my fingers numb
I spent so much time and effort making rhythms that it affected my physical health
From making rhythms on my desk
I would use my desk as a drum to make rhythms
My heart was banging in my chest
I had a strong emotional connection to music
So it came to pass my beats
Other kids would interrupt me and try to change my rhythms
Were broken by the other kids
Other kids would destroy my creative process
They make stronger, make me deeper,
However, their criticisms made me stronger and more passionate about music
So my path is getting steeper
Despite setbacks, I am continuing on my musical path and pursuing my dreams
I love my syncopated city
I cherish the unique rhythms and energy of the city
This is my fascinating rhythm
The city's rhythms captivate and inspire me
I need my syncopated city
I rely on the city's music for inspiration and motivation
I love my mindless repetition
I enjoy the comfort and familiarity of repeating musical patterns
At the table, fingers tapping
I have an urge to drum my fingers on the table
Wish that I could stop this happening
I wish I could control my compulsion to drum my fingers
In the morning, in the evening
I feel the urge to drum my fingers at all times of the day
While I'm working, while I'm sleeping
Even when I'm busy or resting, I can't stop thinking about music
In the street with people watching
I feel self-conscious about my musical expression in public
I can't stop myself from jumping
Despite feeling self-conscious, the music compels me to move and dance
If I smile and look convincing
I try to hide my self-consciousness and make it seem like I'm dancing intentionally
Maybe they will think...I'm dancing
I hope others will interpret my movements as intentional dancing
I love my sense of dislocation
I appreciate feeling separated from the mainstream and having a unique perspective
If it wasn't for music I would give it all away
Music is my purpose and without it, life wouldn't be worth living
I need the syncopation
I require the unique rhythms and beats of music to fulfill my creative drive
I need the modulation
I crave the changes and evolution of music to keep me inspired
I need the real soul music
I require music with real emotional meaning and soul to feel fulfilled
I need that unexpected twist and turn.
I appreciate musical surprises and unpredictability to keep me interested and engaged
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