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Apollo Lyrics


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Yeah Welcome to the Ghost Dance
Yeah Where we’re not allowing boyfriends Yeah
But i’m sure you’ll have some options
Yeah
No i’m not the one for talking Yeah
I been Living out all of my visions
I must be trippin off all these prescriptions
Why? Must I do this to myself
This is not what you call wealth
I Been thinkin and I been Drinkin
I see dead niggas every weekend
Ghost Dancin in her pants bout to take her soul
Bring my love back to life cause my heart is cold
Yeah
You can be who you wanna be
I don’t need your apologies
Baby Get up in that circle and just dance tonight
Sippin on that purple you gon prance tonight
I’m so fucking tired of all your outside bullshit
I’m tired of people fucking doubting me
All the time
All I ever asked for was the ability to be myself
So throughout this I just ask that you take the time to step back and stop fucking worrying about me for a second
All the doubts that you put on me
Every negative thought that you have of me
You can hear me for what I have to say
But if you don’t i’m not gonna beg you to listen
But if you are choosing to stay then I would like to take the time to welcome you to The Ghost Dance
It’s a whole lotta hoes in the hotel lobby Trynna find me
But for right now you right beside me
It’s a hot girl summer so you came to party
Wanna drive the boat drinkin all the Bacardi
Welcome to the ghost dance gather round and grab a friend
Everybody hold hands
We’ll never reach the ground before it ends
I know you want you a star
But I ain’t like them other ones I shine the brightest
Diamonds with the white gold I got the Midas
But it’s a secret that you gotta know I can’t deny it
No I can’t deny it
A lot of hoes a lot of meds out on my ends




A lot of bread a lot of m’s out of my friends
Showin you how we live welcome to the ghost dance

Overall Meaning

In the song "Dance" by Apollo, the artist starts by welcoming listeners to the "Ghost Dance," where it appears that he is trying to distance himself from any romantic interests. In the course of the song, he acknowledges that he has been living out his visions and that he is "trippin off all these prescriptions." The artist seems to be struggling with his personal demons, and he tenderly urges his partner to dance with him as a way of escaping reality. He repeats the phrase "welcome to the ghost dance" throughout the song, inviting those who listen to the song to join his dance of solitude.


On the surface, the song may seem like a typical hip-hop song, but it has much deeper connotations. It reveals the artist's introspective nature and how his mind wanders in and out of reality. Apollo acknowledges that he has been drinking and seeing ghosts every weekend. The line "I see dead niggas every weekend" might hint at his substance abuse or the idea that he has lost something precious in his life. The artist seems to be reminding his listeners that despite his success, he still struggles with his inner demons. Apollo's use of metaphorical language indicates that he is trying to communicate something profound about his experiences and feelings.


The song's title, "Dance," is ironic because the artist is not asking his listeners to dance physically but to escape from the mundane and into the spiritual world of the "Ghost Dance." It's a song about finding a connection with oneself and the world at large. Apollo is telling his listeners to leave their everyday troubles behind and join him in his struggle. The song gives listeners a glimpse into the artist's mind and struggles, which is rare in today's music industry, where most artists are concerned with creating a perfect image.


Line by Line Meaning

Yeah Welcome to the Ghost Dance
Welcome to a space where you can be yourself.


Yeah Where we’re not allowing boyfriends Yeah
This space is for people who want to dance and have fun, not worry about relationship drama.


But i’m sure you’ll have some options
There are plenty of other options and people to connect with here.


No i’m not the one for talking Yeah
I prefer to express myself through dance instead of words.


I been Living out all of my visions
I have been living my life according to my own goals and aspirations.


I must be trippin off all these prescriptions
My use of prescription drugs may be affecting my state of mind.


Why? Must I do this to myself
I am questioning my choices and behavior.


This is not what you call wealth
Money and material possessions are not true wealth and happiness.


I Been thinkin and I been Drinkin
I have been contemplating and drinking to cope with my thoughts and emotions.


I see dead niggas every weekend
I am haunted by my past and my experiences.


Ghost Dancin in her pants bout to take her soul
The music and atmosphere can be so impactful that it feels like it's taking over your soul.


Bring my love back to life cause my heart is cold
I am looking for something that can reignite my passion and emotional warmth.


You can be who you wanna be
You have the freedom to express yourself and be whoever you want in this space.


I don’t need your apologies
I do not require or seek apologies from anyone.


Baby Get up in that circle and just dance tonight
Let loose and dance freely in the circle of people.


Sippin on that purple you gon prance tonight
Drinking purple drank might make you feel like dancing all night long.


I’m so fucking tired of all your outside bullshit
I am exhausted by the negativity and drama from the outside world.


I’m tired of people fucking doubting me
I am frustrated by people who do not believe in my abilities or potential.


All the time
This happens constantly.


All I ever asked for was the ability to be myself
My only wish is to be allowed to express myself authentically.


So throughout this I just ask that you take the time to step back and stop fucking worrying about me for a second
I request that you take a break from your judgment and concern for me and simply enjoy the moment with me.


All the doubts that you put on me
The doubts and criticisms that you express about me affect my emotional state.


Every negative thought that you have of me
Your negative thoughts and perceptions of me can impact me deeply.


You can hear me for what I have to say
You have the ability to listen to and understand my perspective if you choose to.


But if you don’t i’m not gonna beg you to listen
I will not beg or force you to listen to me.


But if you are choosing to stay then I would like to take the time to welcome you to The Ghost Dance
If you would like to be a part of this experience with me, I welcome you to this space.


It’s a whole lotta hoes in the hotel lobby Trynna find me
There are many people in search of me in the hotel lobby.


But for right now you right beside me
For the time being, you are here with me.


It’s a hot girl summer so you came to party
You are here to have fun during this hot summer season.


Wanna drive the boat drinkin all the Bacardi
You want to lead and have fun, drinking Bacardi and enjoying life.


Welcome to the ghost dance gather round and grab a friend
Join me and the others in this experience by gathering and bringing along a friend.


Everybody hold hands
Let's connect and bond by holding each other's hands.


We’ll never reach the ground before it ends
We will continue to dance and have fun until the end, never stopping to rest.


I know you want you a star
I know that you desire to be the center of attention and be seen as a star.


But I ain’t like them other ones I shine the brightest
I am not like other stars, I shine the brightest and am unique.


Diamonds with the white gold I got the Midas
I possess valuable jewelry and am successful, like King Midas.


But it’s a secret that you gotta know I can’t deny it
Despite trying to hide it, I have a secret that you ought to know.


No I can’t deny it
I cannot deny or hide my secret.


A lot of hoes a lot of meds out on my ends
There are many people and various medications in my vicinity.


A lot of bread a lot of m’s out of my friends
My friends and associates have a lot of money and wealth.


Showin you how we live welcome to the ghost dance
I am inviting you to join us and experience our way of life through the ghost dance.




Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Konnor Dorsey, Nicolas Smith

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@jackbaker4914

We've been together yesterday

you tried to find the only way

At the right time you'll be mine

And our love will always shine

Tell me when will you be mine



Dance, will you dance with me all night

Your arms will hold me tight

We'll dance until the the morning light



Dance, will you dance with me all night

Your arms will hold me tight

We'll dance until the the morning light



I hope you come and find my heart

I've always loved you from the start

At the right time you'll be mine

And our love will always shine

Baby say that you'll be mine



All comments from YouTube:

@Eviction76

2022 and it still sounds as fresh as it did back then even after two decades.

@damienhd5063

Innit

@sheetzgigglez2447

2024, still bangs

@hannahbrooks8879

When 1 song brings back so many happy memories n butterflies in ur stomach

@mangler5004

hannah brooks Great memories back in the day dancing to this classic at Wigan Pier.That was the place to be👌

@luismelerocano8411

This Track is my number 1 Maxis, collection. I LOVE It, salutes of a 90,s dj from Andalusia

@RubenPaposeco

When you gets shivers remembering tunes like this

@jefcornelis1645

OMG perfect description! I'm from '83 and will forever be reminded of the best times @Highstreet Belgium hearing this song!

@adymon

Absolute shivers

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@topcat0121

2021 anyone?? Still an absolute banger!!!

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