A versatile composer, he is unable to be pinned down to any one genre of music. As a producer he has created work for companies such as WWF, US Bank and the Royal Winnipeg Ballet; as a songwriter and performer he has toured 6 countries. Last fall he worked with Emily Haines of Metric to create a music and video installation piece at The Four Seasons Centre in Toronto.
Huang developed a near-cult following in his early twenties as the creative force behind Songs To Wear Pants To, an online musical comedy project that invites anyone to send him instructions for songs - of which he's created over 600 since 2004.
More recently he has become a well-known YouTube personality, his self-produced content and grassroots approach garnering him over 6 million views in the past year alone. With more by-request musical exploits, dialogues created from user submissions, and eccentric, time-intense pieces - watch him create a beat with 1000 pairs of jeans! - his work continues to hit a sweet spot between sound, picture and audience interaction.
Dive
Andrew Huang Lyrics
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I've been shaking this magic dust off
The soft prince, growing up with all of the options
And no levee, things never had to get heavy
'til i found that bass guitar, calloused up
Palace shucked, started to play some bars
Now i could escape the tar
My future looking clearer than a mason jar
I knew it, i could prove that it could take me far
Blessed
I never had a reason why i couldn't be the best
My ego strutting like it wouldn't be the rest
I'm in the lab all day and i put it to the test
I'm doing just okay, i shouldn't be so stressed
Cause it's check to the check
If you respect it, then pay respect
Word up to the downward, wrecked
That's what i catch
Coming through to put a difference on the deck
True tracks in effect
Blessed
I never had a reason why i couldn't be the best
My ego strutting like it wouldn't be the rest
I'm in the lab all day and i put it to the test
I'm doing just okay, i shouldn't be so stressed
I never had a reason why i couldn't be the best
My ego strutting like it wouldn't be the rest
I'm in the lab all day and i put it to the test
I'm doing just okay, i shouldn't be so blessed
The lyrics of Andrew Huang's song Dive are about his journey towards becoming a musician. He talks about his childhood, how he has always been interested in music, and how he stumbled upon the bass guitar, which opened new doors for him. The first few lines describe how Andrew has always been creative, even since he was a child. He used to leave pawprints behind while playing, indicating the energy and excitement that this young child possessed. He has always had options but never had to deal with anything too heavy or too difficult. However, his journey took a turn when he found a bass guitar and started playing. The bass guitar was an escape for him, and he knew that it could take him much further in life than before. The following lines are more about his confidence and perseverance. Andrew is not afraid of failure and will continue to push himself to be the best version of himself. He emphasizes the importance of putting your passions to the test and always striving to improve, even if the progress is slow.
Overall, the song is an ode to Andrew Huang's journey towards becoming a successful musician. He talks about his past and how he found his passion for music. The lyrics indicate how he remained persistent, even when things were not easy or glamorous, and pushed himself to achieve greatness. The song is a testament to the fact that with hard work, dedication, and perseverance, you can achieve anything you set your mind to, and Andrew Huang's success is proof of that.
Line by Line Meaning
On since i was on all fours, leaving pawprints
Since I was very young and crawling on the floor, I've been making a mark on the world.
I've been shaking this magic dust off
I'm shedding off any self-doubt or negative energy holding me back.
The soft prince, growing up with all of the options
And no levee, things never had to get heavy
I had a privileged upbringing and never faced real challenges or struggles.
'til i found that bass guitar, calloused up
Palace shucked, started to play some bars
Now i could escape the tar
My future looking clearer than a mason jar
I knew it, i could prove that it could take me far
Once I started playing music and discovered my talent, it gave me an escape and a clear path towards success.
Blessed
I never had a reason why i couldn't be the best
My ego strutting like it wouldn't be the rest
I feel incredibly lucky to have the ability to succeed, and my confidence is high.
I'm in the lab all day and i put it to the test
I'm doing just okay, i shouldn't be so stressed
Cause it's check to the check
If you respect it, then pay respect
Word up to the downward, wrecked
That's what i catch
Coming through to put a difference on the deck
True tracks in effect
I work hard every day to perfect my craft and grow as an artist. Though it's a struggle to make ends meet, I earn respect through my dedication and perseverance.
I never had a reason why i couldn't be the best
My ego strutting like it wouldn't be the rest
I'm in the lab all day and i put it to the test
I'm doing just okay, i shouldn't be so blessed
The entire song is essentially about my confidence and belief that I have the potential to be the best. Despite my hard work and accomplishments, I still feel undeserving at times and am reminded to stay humble.
Contributed by Jayce G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.