Apart from his solo career, Anderson formed the duo NxWorries in 2015 with record producer Knxwledge. He is frequently accompanied by the band Free Nationals, who play a variety of instruments, such as electric guitar, bass, piano, keyboards and drums, and also serve as backing vocalists. In 2021, he formed the duo Silk Sonic with fellow singer-songwriter Bruno Mars. The duo's debut single, "Leave the Door Open", became Anderson's first single to reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
Celebrate
Anderson .Paak Lyrics
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All you ever needed was a simple plan
But you're doing well, I mean you're not dead
So let's celebrate while we still can
I know what they say, I can give or care
They talk so much on me, I must be doing something right
I saw my son today, in the likeness of a full grown man
On a clear day you can see west la
Even downtown
I remember where I couldn't see the point of stopping at the motherfucking house
Let it go, let it go, let it go, let it go, let it go
Let it go, let it go, let it go
I came to fix up the tree that's fallen to
You came too far in this room
How many others have walked the same ground you have
You will be wise to pay attention to your own head
I spent the whole day throwing records in the deep end
So let's celebrate while we still can
Captivated, the fruits of my family tree
Where would I be without you
What would you do without me
It'd be a bare luck what could have been
So lets celebrate while we still can
Ooh on a clear day you can see west la
Even downtown
I remember where I couldn't see the point
But now I'm at the point where I got it figured out
Let it go, let it go, let it go, let it go, let it go
I came to fix up the tree that's fallen too
Do not be concerned about the money in your brother's hand
What's mine is yours
I thought you knew me better than that
I was under the impression that we all want the best of life
So let's celebrate while we still can
In Anderson .Paak's song "Celebrate," he reflects on life and acknowledges the passing of time. The lyrics suggest that it is important to appreciate and celebrate the little things in life. The opening lines, "I never catch, if you're there or not there / All you ever needed was a simple plan," indicate that things are not always clear or certain, but as long as there is a plan in place, there is a reason to keep going. Anderson then reflects on how he is doing in life: "But you're doing well, I mean you're not dead / So let's celebrate while we still can" - suggesting that it is important to appreciate what one has, no matter how small it may seem.
Anderson goes on to talk about his son and how he reminds him of his own growth and experiences, "I saw my son today, in the likeness of a full grown man / So I'll celebrate while I still can." He also sings about how much he has grown and how much he has overcome to get where he is today, "I remember where I couldn't see the point of stopping at the motherfucking house / But now I'm at the point where I got it figured out" - suggesting that it is important to acknowledge one's progress and to celebrate where one is now.
The overall message of the song is that life is short and we should celebrate what we have while we have it. The song leaves the listener with a sense of hope and a message to enjoy life and not take it for granted.
Line by Line Meaning
I never catch, if you're there or not there
I am unsure if you're present or absent
All you ever needed was a simple plan
Your requirements were simple
But you're doing well, I mean you're not dead
You're alive and thriving
So let's celebrate while we still can
We should take this opportunity to rejoice
I know what they say, I can give or care
I have no interest in their opinions
They talk so much on me, I must be doing something right
Their criticism indicates I'm on the right path
I saw my son today, in the likeness of a full grown man
My child is grown up now
So I'll celebrate while I still can
I will appreciate this moment while it lasts
On a clear day you can see west la
Visibility is good enough to see west Los Angeles
Even downtown
And even the city center
I remember where I couldn't see the point of stopping at the motherfucking house
I recall a time when I couldn't discern the purpose of visiting that house
Let it go, let it go, let it go, let it go, let it go
Release your burdens and move on
Let it go, let it go, let it go
Let go of your worries
I came to fix up the tree that's fallen to
I'm here to mend the broken tree
You came too far in this room
You've come too far to stop now
How many others have walked the same ground you have
I wonder how many others have experienced what you have
You will be wise to pay attention to your own head
It's prudent to listen to your inner voice
I spent the whole day throwing records in the deep end
I spent all day listening to music
So let's celebrate while we still can
We should make the most of this moment
Captivated, the fruits of my family tree
I'm fascinated by my family's achievements
Where would I be without you
I wouldn't have made it this far without you
What would you do without me
You would struggle without me
It'd be a bare luck what could have been
Things could have turned out differently
So lets celebrate while we still can
We should enjoy the current moment
Do not be concerned about the money in your brother's hand
Don't worry about your friend's finances
What's mine is yours
I'm willing to share what I have with you
I thought you knew me better than that
I believed you knew me well
I was under the impression that we all want the best of life
We all want the best for ourselves
So let's celebrate while we still can
We should appreciate the good things in life
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Brandon Paak Anderson, Vicky Farewell Nguyen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Armin Imamovic
It's 4pm. I'm sitting in my room listening to this album next to my open window feeling a nice october breeze. Sun is shining. This album is giving me amazing vibes. The feeling i have right now is unexplainable but it's the best feeling i've had in years. What a feeling!
Leeham Z
I hope you're still doin well! 🤘
Armin Imamovic
@Leeham Z Doing great my friend👌 hope you are too
Bob Jones
Checking in you doing ok bro?
Armin Imamovic
@Bob Jones Doing great my guy hope you are as well
LosSempai
You probably felt bliss in that moment
Shane Boke
this track just took me back to the memories I never had
X Y
like in rick and morty
Jake Heller
Yes, that's exactly how I feel
Louis Francis
absolutely flipping beautiful