Born in Oslo, Norway in 1986, the attention surrounding Arif (previously kn… Read Full Bio ↴Born in Oslo, Norway in 1986, the attention surrounding Arif (previously known as Phil T. Rich) excelled after his debut release EP "Kom, Så, Tok, Færdiih" in August 2012, where Arif demonstrated his unusually playful and uncompromising style of rap.

In early 2014, Arif signed a career management deal with Nora Collective. While working on his long-play debut, Arif released one of the biggest urban hits of the summer of 2014; “Lowkey” and in January 2015, he released the radio-friendly “Kanke Gi Opp” (feat. Magnus Eliassen), the first single from the April 2015 album “HighEnd / Asfalt” - raising the expectations for his album debut even further.

Background:
In the wake of the critically acclaimed EP, along with the national hit “Gal”, Arif was named Untouched Artist of The Year - a prestigeful aknowledgement for new, independent artists, presented by the Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation (NRK). After his performance at Norwegian music festival by:Larm, Arif was hailed as a rising star by VG, P3, Dagbladet and Aftenposten - some of Norway’s largest media outlets. This paved the way for a career step in the right direction when major label EMI/Warner Music Group signed Arif in early 2013. He released his well recieved sophomore-EP “Aldri & Alltid” in the fall of 2013, which had a more dark and serious theme than his debut release.

Arif’s music and impressively energetic live performances, combined with his charismatic appearance, has helped earn Arif gigs at the biggest festivals, his own t-shirt collection together with the Varner Group, as well as several radio and TV performances, including a guest role in TV show “Helt Perfekt” with comedian Thomas Giertsen.

2012
Arif Lyrics

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Brusjan vi må ut
Brusjan jeg må ut
Jeg vil ikke være her no mer vi må ut
Brusjan vi må ut
Brusjan jeg vil ut
Jeg vil ikke være her no mer vi må ut

Brusjan vi må ut

Brusjan jeg må ut
Jeg vil ikke være her no mer vi må ut
Brusjan vi må ut
Brusjan jeg vil ut
Jeg vil ikke være her no mer vi må ut

Unge Malcolm X med en Nokia 3310
Folka inni byen her som spiller snakey snakey
Stunter på dem Jet Li
Alt vi gjør er hemlig
Har en hvit Ferrari men jeg heter ikke Lesley

Tenkte fuck it det er ikke første gangen
Flere muligheter må nok komme
Jeg må droppe noe neste sommer
Neste sommer blir min første eller siste sommer
Sverger jeg får ikke sove
Mamma ringer sier hun får ikke jobbe
Kæba ringer sier hun vil til London
Homies lover gull og grønne skoger
Hvis du selger hvite og noen grønne poser
Gjør jeg det kommer pengene kjapt
Skal jeg fortsette der fattern min slapp nei nei nei
Det spillet der drepte min family
Noen døde noen ble avhengig
Noen sitter inne lang lang tid
Noen er ute men har livstid

Brusjan vi må ut
Brusjan jeg må ut
Jeg vil ikke være her no mer vi må ut
Brusjan vi må ut
Brusjan jeg vil ut
Jeg vil ikke være her no mer vi må ut

Unge Malcolm X med en Nokia 3310
Folka inni byen her som spiller snakey snakey
Stunter på dem Jet Li
Alt vi gjør er hemlig
Har en hvit Ferrari men jeg heter ikke Lesley

Stacker dope Baker Hansen
Unge G's flipper pakker
UPS fuck Postmann Pat
Para inn de dobler opp
Null kjærlighet til baosj
Mr. Freeze Mr. Cool (cool)
Danger danger faresonen
Danger danger Mystikal (watch yourself)

Du kunne ikke ha gått en mil i mine sko
Alt jeg ser nå er millioner
Sultne aper som er klar for alt nå
Venter bare til jeg gir dem ordet
Du kunne ikke ha gått en mil i mine sko
Alt jeg ser nå er millioner
Sultne aper som er klar for alt nå
Venter bare til jeg gir dem ordet

Brusjan vi må ut
Brusjan jeg må ut
Jeg vil ikke være her no mer vi må ut
Brusjan vi må ut
Brusjan jeg vil ut
Jeg vil ikke være her no mer vi må ut

Unge Malcolm X med en Nokia 3310
Folka inni byen her som spiller snakey snakey
Stunter på dem Jet Li

Alt vi gjør er hemlig
Har en hvit Ferrari men jeg heter ikke Lesley

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Arif's song "2012" speak to a sense of restlessness and a desire for change. The repeated lines "Brusjan vi må ut, Brusjan jeg må ut" express a longing to break free from the current situation and not wanting to stay where they are anymore. The use of the name "Brusjan" seems to represent a state of being trapped or confined.

The song touches on themes of youth and rebelliousness, with references to Malcolm X, the iconic civil rights activist, and a Nokia 3310, a popular cell phone model from the early 2000s. The line "Folka inni byen her som spiller snakey snakey" refers to people in the city playing the classic mobile game Snake. This imagery emphasizes a feeling of being stuck in a repetitive and mundane existence.

The lyrics also explore the idea of making choices and taking risks. The line "Tenkte fuck it det er ikke første gangen, flere muligheter må nok komme" suggests a willingness to take chances and embrace opportunities. The mention of a white Ferrari and the statement "Har en hvit Ferrari men jeg heter ikke Lesley" implies a desire for material success, but also a sense of identity and individuality apart from society's expectations.

Additionally, the lyrics touch on the darker elements of life, such as addiction, crime, and incarceration. The lines "Noen døde noen ble avhengig, noen sitter inne lang lang tid" acknowledge the consequences and hardships that can arise from certain choices and lifestyles.

Overall, "2012" appears to be a reflection on the desire for change, the pursuit of individuality, and the complexities of navigating through life's challenges.

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