Tricky
Ambersunshower/Tricky Lyrics

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One-two one-two
Huh, one-two one-two one-two ( Mikecheck )

That one fronts
Braggin' on the stunts
Coke in ya nose (coke in ya nose )

Knock out ya gold fronts

That one fronts
Braggin' on your stunts
Coke in ya nose

Knock out ya gold fronts

Here comes a Nazarene
Look good in that magazine
Haile Selassie I
They look after I
God will receive us
Got me like Jesus
God will receive us
Got me like jesus

Mary magdaleine
That'd be my first sin
Being with this temptress
Yeahhhh

It's a mongrel rage
It's a new age
As long as you're humble
Let you be the king of jungle
We run everything
Always and ever
Has been has been
Heard there's german-jamaicans
With twisted faces
Same as it ever was
Tell me what the race is

It's surreal
They're not real
I put them on their places
Yeahhhh

They used to call me tricky-kid
I live the life they wish they did
I live the life, don't own a car
Now they call me superstar
Tell'm where you at baby ahhhh!

They used to call me tricky-kid

I live the life they wish they did

I live the life don't own a car

But now they call me superstar

Are you disturbed? i'll be with..
Everybody wants to know where my mind is
I'll tell you everything
Tell your life
Look deep into my mongrel eyes

Tell me what you see
Tell me what you see
Tell me what you see
When you look into these mongrel eyes... ahhhh!

That one fronts
Braggin' on the stunts
Coke in ya nose

Knock out ya gold fronts

Here comes a Nazarene

Look good in that magazine

Haile Selassie I
They look after I
God will receive us
Got me like jesus
Mary magdaleine
That'd be my first sin
Being with this temptress
Wahhhhhhh

It's a mongol rage
It's a new age
As long as ya humble
Let ya be the king of jungle
We run everything
Always and ever
Has been has been
Don't you see...

Heard there's german-jamaicans
With twisted faces
Faces
Same as it ever was
Same as it ever was

Tell me what the race is
It's surreal
They're not real
I put them by their places
See it

They used to call me tricky-kid
I live the life they wish they did
Lived the life, don't own a car

And now they call me superstar

Are you disturbed? i'll be with..
Everybody wants to know where my mind is
I'll tell you everything
Tell your life
Look deep into my mongrel eyes
Everybody wants a record deal
And everybody wants a...
And everybody wants a record deal
Fuck it the deal
Everybody wants to be naked and famous
Naked and famous
And everybody wants to be naked and famous
Naked and famous
And everybody wants to be just like me
I'm the kid
And famous
Check it

They used to call me tricky-kid
I live the life they wish they did
I lived the life to own a car

But now they call me superstar

Are you disturbed? i'm on with..
Everybody wants to know where my mind is
Tell you everything
I tell you lies

Look deep into these mongrel eyes
Check it
What do you see?
If you test and turn the tables

We're gonna get in smoke up
And we're starting to unturn your label

And everybody who got a record deal
And everybody wants to be naked and famous
Everybody's got a record deal
And everybody wants to be naked and famous
Naked and famous

Everybody wants to be just like me
I'm the kid

And famous
Ha ha
And everybody wants a record deal
Everybody

And everybody just wants to be like me
I'm the kid

And famous

And famous
That one fronts
Braggin' on the stunts
And coke in ya nose

Knock out ya gold fronts

Here comes a Nazarene
You look good in that magazine
Haile Selassie I
They look after I
God will receive us
Got me like jesus
Mary magdaleine
That'd be my first sin

Being with this temptress
Ahhhhhhhh

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Tricky" by Ambersunshower/Tricky display a mix of introspection, defiance, and rebellion against societal norms. The verses begin with a boastful proclamation, with the singer calling out someone who flaunts their material possessions and indulgences, such as cocaine use and flashy gold fronts. There is a sense of confrontation and challenge in these lines, suggesting a critical eye towards those who prioritize superficialities.

As the song progresses, the focus shifts to religious and spiritual imagery, with references to figures like Haile Selassie I and Jesus Christ. The mention of Mary Magdalene and temptation adds a layer of sinfulness and complexity to the narrative, hinting at internal struggles and conflicting desires. The juxtaposition of religious figures with themes of excess and indulgence creates a stark contrast that highlights the human experience of grappling with morality and desires.

The chorus introduces the persona of the singer as someone who used to be called "Tricky-kid" but has now risen to fame. The lyrics speak to a transformation from a more humble existence to one of celebrity status, marked by a shift in perception from others. The repetition of the line "They used to call me tricky-kid" underscores a sense of identity evolution and the pressures that come with fame and public scrutiny.

Towards the end of the song, there is a shift towards a more defiant and rebellious tone, with references to the desire for fame and recognition. The repeated refrain of "everybody wants to be naked and famous" conveys a sense of disillusionment with the superficiality of the music industry and society's obsession with celebrity culture. The final lines of the song circle back to the initial themes of confrontation and self-reflection, urging listeners to look deep into the singer's "mongrel eyes" and question what they see. Overall, "Tricky" delves into themes of identity, fame, and the complexities of human desires and contradictions.

Line by Line Meaning

One-two one-two
Starting a conversation or performance by checking if everything is working correctly

Huh, one-two one-two one-two ( Mikecheck )
Continuing to adjust technical settings for optimal performance

That one fronts
Referring to someone who pretends to be something they're not

Braggin' on the stunts
Boasting about accomplishments or actions

Coke in ya nose
Referring to drug use through nasal consumption

Knock out ya gold fronts
Challenging someone's sense of self-importance or material possessions

Here comes a Nazarene
Mentioning a religious figure (possibly Jesus)

Look good in that magazine
Appearing attractive or appealing in media

Haile Selassie I
Reference to former Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie

They look after I
Feeling protected or guided by a higher power

God will receive us
Believing that divine judgement awaits

Got me like jesus
Feeling a strong spiritual connection or influence

Mary magdaleine
Reference to Mary Magdalene, linked to sin or temptation

That'd be my first sin
Acknowledging a temptation or wrongdoing

Being with this temptress
Indicating a seductive or alluring presence

It's a mongrel rage
Expressing a mixed or diverse sense of anger or frustration

It's a new age
Referring to a modern era of change or evolution

As long as ya humble
Staying modest or grounded despite success

Let ya be the king of jungle
Allowing oneself to be powerful or influential

We run everything
Exercising control or dominance in various aspects

Always and ever
In the past and continuing into the future

Has been has been
Emphasizing a state of being rather than changing

Heard there's german-jamaicans
Mentioning people of mixed German and Jamaican heritage

With twisted faces
Possibly referring to unexpected or deceptive appearances

Same as it ever was
Indicating a lack of change or consistency

Tell me what the race is
Questioning the significance or relevance of race

It's surreal
Feeling like something is strange or dreamlike

They're not real
Expressing doubt or skepticism towards certain individuals

I put them on their places
Asserting dominance or control over others

They used to call me tricky-kid
Referring to a past nickname or persona

I live the life they wish they did
Enjoying a lifestyle that others envy

I live the life, don't own a car
Boasting about success or status without material possessions

Now they call me superstar
Achieving fame or recognition

Are you disturbed? i'll be with..
Questioning someone's state of mind or emotions

Everybody wants to know where my mind is
Attracting curiosity about personal thoughts or feelings

I'll tell you everything
Offering complete transparency or honesty

Tell your life
Encouraging others to share their experiences or stories

Look deep into my mongrel eyes
Inviting scrutiny or insight into one's mixed heritage

If you test and turn the tables
Challenging assumptions or expectations

We're gonna get in smoke up
Preparing for confrontation or conflict

And we're starting to unturn your label
Revealing hidden truths or secrets

And everybody who got a record deal
Referring to those who have achieved success in the music industry

And everybody wants to be naked and famous
Expressing a desire for public exposure and recognition

And everybody wants to be just like me
Highlighting a sense of uniqueness or individuality

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RONALD LAPREAD, LIONEL RICHIE, ANDREW THAW

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