2) 108 was a short lived jazzy hip-hop project from California, built around rappers Encore and Grand The Visitor (of Homeliss Derelix) and composer Sedric Edwards. They released one LP entitled "Mission Infinite" in 1996.
Mission Infinite Lp has been reissued on NBN Records, released December 6, 2019
Grow
108 Lyrics
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you know i gotta grow i gotta yearn i gotta learn
& i got to move ahead
friendships changed = progress made (?)
somethings are gonna hafta re-arrange;
but does that mean we gonna hafta grow estranged?
i need inspiration, not monotonous degradation.
you know i gotta grow i gotta yearn i gotta learn &
you're not excluded; you're invited.
don't feel intimidation
from the pushes & pulls of the general population
i'll never shut the door, but i've got to search
for more
The lyrics of 108's song "Grow" seem to be about personal growth and the changes and sacrifices that come with it. The opening line "Grow, but what/who will have to go?" suggests that in order to grow and progress in life, certain things or people may no longer fit into one's path. The verses discuss the need for inspiration and a desire to move forward, even if that means rearranging certain aspects of one's life. The chorus repeats the refrain "you know i gotta grow i gotta yearn i gotta learn & i got to move ahead", emphasizing the importance of personal growth.
There is a sense of inclusivity in the lyrics, with lines such as "you're not excluded; you're invited" and "don't feel intimidation from the pushes & pulls of the general population". The songwriter is acknowledging that growth can be scary and overwhelming, but is also encouraging the listener to embrace it and not be held back by the opinions or actions of others.
Overall, "Grow" is a song about taking ownership of one's personal growth and not being afraid to make necessary changes in order to move forward.
Line by Line Meaning
Grow, but what/who will have to go?
As I grow, I wonder what or who in my life I will have to let go of to continue moving forward.
you know i gotta grow i gotta yearn i gotta learn
I acknowledge that in order to grow, I must have a desire to expand my knowledge and experiences.
& i got to move ahead
It's important that I always keep moving forward to achieve my goals and growth.
friendships changed = progress made (?)
Changing friendships may seem difficult, but it's a sign that I am moving forward and making progress in my journey.
somethings are gonna hafta re-arrange;
Certain aspects in my life may require rearrangement or change to continue on my path of growth.
but does that mean we gonna hafta grow estranged?
I hope that new changes in my life won't lead to growing apart from those close to me.
i need inspiration, not monotonous degradation.
I need inspiration to continue growing, rather than feeling stuck in the same routine and losing motivation.
you know i gotta grow i gotta yearn i gotta learn &
Once again acknowledging that growth is crucial to my journey by yearning for new knowledge and experiences.
i got to move ahead.
I must keep pushing forward to achieve my goals and continue growing.
you're not excluded; you're invited.
I want those close to me to know that they are included in my journey and growth, and that I value their presence in my life.
don't feel intimidation
I don't want those close to me to feel intimidated by my growth or changes in my life.
from the pushes & pulls of the general population
I understand that societal pressures may influence growth and change, but I will try not to let them dictate my journey.
i'll never shut the door, but i've got to search
I won't shut out those in my life, but I must continue searching for new experiences and growth opportunities.
for more
I am always looking to expand my horizons and take on new challenges to continue growing and learning.
Contributed by Anna V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.