Curtains
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Singing in the rain
Though you heart is hurting
Here you go again
While they stand in the spotlight
Taking what is yours
Out of sight and out of mind
Yes it's true
And you play that game
They don't know your name
But everybody smiles when you sing
There's nothing else to do but sing
There's nothing else to do
'Cause people like you and me
We never get to shine
People like you and me
We never get to shine
The voice behind the curtain
Heard but never seen
Now I know for certain
That's how is always been
Don't you cry
I know it looks bad
But you should be glad
'Cause everybody smiles when you sing
There's nothing else to do but sing
There's nothing else to do
'Cause people like you and me
We never get to shine
People like you and me
We never get to shine
People like you and me
People like you and me
People like you and me
We never get to shine
People like you and me
We never get to shine
In Lil Wayne's "Curtains," the artist speaks to the hardship felt by those who go unrecognized for their talents. He uses the metaphor of the "voice behind the curtain" singing in the rain, suggesting that the artist is hidden and unseen, while their voice is what shines. The song speaks to feeling like others are "taking what is yours," and that "so many times before" one has been relegated to the background, despite their talent.
The chorus drives home the point, repeating the lines "People like you and me / We never get to shine." The song acknowledges that many feel this way, and that it is a difficult thing to bear. However, throughout the lyrics, there is an uplifting message - the joy of singing is something that cannot be taken away, and it is something that resonates with people, even if they do not know the artist's name.
Ultimately, "Curtains" is a song about perseverance in the face of adversity. The artist behind the curtain knows that their path is a difficult one, but they also know that their voice is something beautiful and powerful that brings joy to others. Even when it feels like the world is against them, the artist knows that they will always have their music.
Line by Line Meaning
The voice behind the curtain
The person singing is hidden from sight
Singing in the rain
They're performing despite the pain they're feeling
Though you heart is hurting
Their heart is aching but they continue to perform
Here you go again
They've been in this situation before
While they stand in the spotlight
Others are taking the attention that should rightfully belong to them
Taking what is yours
Others are stealing credit that should belong to the performer
Out of sight and out of mind
They are easily forgotten because they are not in the spotlight
So many times before
This has happened to them repeatedly
Yes it's true
This is a fact
And you play that game
They're participating in the performance industry and game of fame
They don't know your name
People don't recognize or appreciate their work
But everybody smiles when you sing
Despite not being recognized, their performance can bring joy to others
There's nothing else to do but sing
Music is all they have
'Cause people like you and me
People who are not in the spotlight
We never get to shine
Do not get to receive the recognition they deserve
The voice behind the curtain
The performer is still hidden from sight
Heard but never seen
Their voice is recognized but their face is not
Now I know for certain
The performer has come to a realization
That's how is always been
They've always been hidden from sight
Don't you cry
Don't be upset
I know it looks bad
The future seems uncertain
But you should be glad
They should be grateful for the joy their music brings
People like you and me
Again, refer to those not in the spotlight
We never get to shine
And once again, they do not receive credit or recognition for their work
People like you and me
Reiterating the idea that they don't get to be in the spotlight
People like you and me
One more time emphasizing their position in the entertainment industry
We never get to shine
And one final time reiterating their lack of recognition
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Nicholas Hewerdine, Gustav Ljunggren
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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