The Kuala Lumpur native is no stranger to stages across Southeast Asia, performing for Good Vibes Festival in Malaysia and Laneway Festival in Singapore, along with opening slots for Clean Bandit and Sevdaliza. Alextbh is set to roll out a series of singles, starting in fall of 2018 including a debut music video.
Alextbh first started exploring music at age 14, when his parents got him an iPad so he could tinker with GarageBand. He developed his singing abilities during his brief time in a church choir as well as trying to replicate Mariah Carey's voice in the shower.
The Chase
Alextbh Lyrics
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Might fall for you while we're at it
What are you up to boy
My love's just round the corner
I don't mind facing the altar
Even if I'm left with no answers
Maybe we stan Miss J
My walls are porous
You know where the door is yeah yeah
Addicted to the chase yeah
To the chase yeah
This is a sign
A sign of the times
Another transaction with my affection on the line
This is a sign
A sign of the times
I'm wasting my youth on you
But nothing beats this high
Sorry you're the cause of pain
I brought this void from the past life
Waiting for anyone to fill my lungs with filtered air
My walls are porous
You know where the door is yeah yeah
Addicted to the chase yeah
To the chase yeah
This is a sign
A sign of the times
Another transaction with my affection on the line
This is a sign
A sign of the times
I'm wasting my youth on you
But nothing beats this high
The lyrics of Alextbh's "The Chase" explore the consuming nature of infatuation and the intense emotions that come with it. The opening lines suggest a level of impulsivity and risk-taking as the singer considers the possibility of sleeping with someone they may fall for, while also acknowledging that love may be just around the corner. The lyrics also touch on the idea of faith and seeking answers in uncertain situations, even if they involve facing the altar with no certainty of what will come next.
The chorus repeats the idea that the singer is addicted to the chase, suggesting an ongoing pursuit of something or someone that may not necessarily be good for them. Despite acknowledging pain and past traumas that may be contributing to this pattern of behavior, the singer is unable to break free from the allure of the "high" that comes with chasing after someone or something.
Line by Line Meaning
Might sleep with you right away
I might engage in sexual activity with you immediately upon meeting you.
Might fall for you while we're at it
I might develop romantic feelings for you while engaging in sexual activity.
What are you up to boy
What are your intentions, male individual?
My love's just round the corner
I am open and searching for love in my life.
I don't mind facing the altar
I am open to the idea of marriage and commitment.
Even if I'm left with no answers
Even if I don't fully understand the situation or outcome.
Maybe we stan Miss J
Maybe we admire or look up to someone like Miss J, who embodies strength and confidence.
Just need that bit of faith
I just need to believe in something, or have some hope, to move forward.
My walls are porous
I am vulnerable and open to getting hurt.
You know where the door is yeah yeah
I am aware that you have the option to leave at any time.
Addicted to the chase yeah
I am addicted to the thrill of pursuing someone or something.
This is a sign
This is evidence or an indication of something.
A sign of the times
A reflection of the current era or generation.
Another transaction with my affection on the line
Another interaction where my emotions are at risk or in play.
I'm wasting my youth on you
I am expending my time and energy on this situation or person, potentially to my own detriment.
But nothing beats this high
Even with potential negative consequences, the excitement and thrill of the situation is worth it.
Sorry you're the cause of pain
I apologize that I am inflicting pain onto you or that the situation is causing you pain.
I brought this void from the past life
I acknowledge that my own past experiences or trauma have led me to this point where I am seeking validation or satisfaction from this situation.
Waiting for anyone to fill my lungs with filtered air
Waiting for anyone to provide me with a sense of relief or escape from my troubles, like breathing in fresh, clean air.
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@adeliarubyfirishta7822
[Verse 1]
Might sleep with you right away
Might fall for you while we're at it
What are you up to, boy
My love's just 'round the corner
I don't mind facing the altar
Even if I'm left with no answers, oh
Maybe we stan Miss J
Just need that bit of faith
[Pre-Chorus]
My walls are porous
You know where the door is, yeah yeah
Addicted to the chase, yeah
To the chase, yeah, huh-huh
[Chorus]
This is the sign
The sign of the times
Another transaction with my affection on the line
This is the sign
The sign of the times
I'm wasting my youth on you, but nothing beats this high
[Verse 2]
Sorry, you're the cause of pain
I brought this void from the past life
Waiting for anyone to fill my lungs with filtered air
Pre-Chorus]
My walls are porous
You know where the door is, yeah yeah
Addicted to the chase, yeah
To the chase, yeah, huh-huh-huh
[Chorus]
This is the sign
The sign of the times
Another transaction with my affection on the line
This is the sign
The sign of the times
I'm wasting my youth on you, but nothing beats this high
@adeliarubyfirishta7822
[Verse 1]
Might sleep with you right away
Might fall for you while we're at it
What are you up to, boy
My love's just 'round the corner
I don't mind facing the altar
Even if I'm left with no answers, oh
Maybe we stan Miss J
Just need that bit of faith
[Pre-Chorus]
My walls are porous
You know where the door is, yeah yeah
Addicted to the chase, yeah
To the chase, yeah, huh-huh
[Chorus]
This is the sign
The sign of the times
Another transaction with my affection on the line
This is the sign
The sign of the times
I'm wasting my youth on you, but nothing beats this high
[Verse 2]
Sorry, you're the cause of pain
I brought this void from the past life
Waiting for anyone to fill my lungs with filtered air
Pre-Chorus]
My walls are porous
You know where the door is, yeah yeah
Addicted to the chase, yeah
To the chase, yeah, huh-huh-huh
[Chorus]
This is the sign
The sign of the times
Another transaction with my affection on the line
This is the sign
The sign of the times
I'm wasting my youth on you, but nothing beats this high
@propstoyou9792
Underrated artist right here, deserves way more recognition
@keerthi7018
I love all your songs. You are an inspiration to many, Alex. Also, representation!
@mctyrone
@Alextbh pls keep on doing good music. 😍 I'm proud so of u as a Malaysian. Still remember I hired u for Trec KL for the live performance it was superb! Thanks for the great time. 👍
@kiresameliakhan4228
can't wait to listen this song on spotify!!!
@Heyzairi
never regret to listen his voice :))
@gregorsmart4969
Beautiful video. Beautiful song. No more to be said!
@sibusisodyosihummingbird5800
I love it
@jaewoo7610
THIS DESERVES SO MUCH VIEWS!!!
@remanasu4563
Just accidentally heard of this in the TV and I just fell in love right away