La Di Da )
Asher Roth Lyrics


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[Chorus]
When I cant take it
When I cant take it no more
This is what I say
La di da da da
La di da da da
Over
When you cant take it
When you cant take it no more
This is what you say
La di da da da
La di da da da
Over

They say its a cold world
Yeah you got that right
I almost packed it all in on the spot last night
They want a killer instinct
I'm just that type
If the fights not mine
I wont fight that fight
Life without struggling
Yeah right
Make one mistake, wont make that twice
Out of sight out of mine
Find yourself out of time
Buy your own pants
Get your hands out of mine
In the promise they say you'll make it
There's work to be done
You must grind and shine
If every second is a blessing
Yes it is precious
Suggest you get message
The aggression when your finding a direction
Heading non stop just to find that the road is blocked
You wanna Pop, POP
Flip you and stun
Lets settle down and work it out
Its really all you've got

[Chorus]

And yeah I'm frustrated
Whats this, how much, who what, where when, why man, how Come
So many questions unanswered
I don't understand
Could you please explain sir
I'm in a phase, I believe I can change
In exchange for an explanation, estimation, hesitation
Is it as visible dealing with digital
Figitting through email
When it is critical condition
My heads in
I'm heading
In the wrong direction
Book me a session
Let it off my chest
Ill invest in a (Cannon)
Just so I can blow with my bro as my (Right hand man)
Fan Dan ass kicking with ash spitting
I'm not different just ask Jigga (Ask Jigga)
He listened and witnessed the birth of a star
Urging and surging his way up to the top of the charts

[Chorus]

When I'm trying to come up (they wanna bring me down)
When I'm trying to come up (they wanna bring me down)
When I'm trying to come up (they wanna bring me down)
When I'm trying to come up (they wanna bring me down)

When you trying to come up (they wanna you me down)
When you trying to come up (they wanna you me down)
When you trying to come up (they wanna you me down)
When you trying to come up (they wanna you me down)





[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

The chorus of Asher Roth's song "La Di Da" speaks to the frustration and weariness that can come with pursuing success in a difficult world. When the pressure and challenges of life become too much to handle, Roth turns to the simple phrase "La di da da da" to maintain his composure and keep moving forward. The lyrics suggest that life is not easy and that success requires hard work and determination. Even when things seem hopeless, it is important to keep pushing forward and never give up.


In the first verse, Roth acknowledges the tough nature of the world around him, noting that it can be easy to become discouraged in the face of constant challenges. He suggests that success requires a "killer instinct" and a willingness to fight hard for what you want. However, he also recognizes the importance of choosing your battles wisely and not wasting energy on fights that aren't worth fighting. Roth goes on to describe the difficulty of staying on track when navigating life's obstacles, and the importance of staying focused on your goals even when the path seems unclear.


The second verse delves deeper into Roth's frustration with the challenges of life. He expresses confusion and uncertainty in the face of the many unanswered questions and complexities that he encounters on a daily basis. However, despite the confusion and frustration, Roth maintains a sense of determination and optimism about his ability to overcome these obstacles and achieve his goals. Ultimately, "La Di Da" is a song about resilience and determination, and the important role that humor and simplicity can play in maintaining a positive outlook in the face of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

When I cant take it
When I'm feeling overwhelmed and unable to handle a situation


When I cant take it no more
When I've reached my breaking point and can't handle the situation any longer


This is what I say
This is the phrase I use to calm myself down and refocus


La di da da da
An expression used to indicate nonchalance or indifference


Over
I'm done with this situation and moving on


They say its a cold world
People often describe the world as cruel and unforgiving


Yeah you got that right
I agree with that sentiment


I almost packed it all in on the spot last night
I was close to giving up completely


They want a killer instinct
People expect others to have a cutthroat, competitive attitude


I'm just that type
I have that kind of tenacity and drive


If the fights not mine
If the situation doesn't concern me directly


I wont fight that fight
I won't get involved unnecessarily


Life without struggling
The idea of living without difficulty or obstacles


Yeah right
That's unrealistic and impossible


Make one mistake, wont make that twice
We learn from our mistakes and try not to repeat them


Out of sight out of mine
If we're not reminded of something, it's easy to forget about it


Find yourself out of time
You may run out of time to accomplish something


Buy your own pants
Be responsible for your own life and choices


Get your hands out of mine
Stop trying to control or influence me


In the promise they say you'll make it
The promise that success can be achieved


There's work to be done
Success requires effort and hard work


You must grind and shine
You must put in the work and effort to succeed


If every second is a blessing
Every moment is valuable and should be treasured


Yes it is precious
It's important to appreciate every moment and make the most of it


Suggest you get message
I suggest you understand the importance of this message


The aggression when your finding a direction
The drive and determination required when searching for a path in life


Heading non stop just to find that the road is blocked
Trying tirelessly to achieve a goal, only to find it's unattainable


You wanna Pop, POP
You want to achieve great things


Flip you and stun
Overcome obstacles and succeed despite setbacks


Lets settle down and work it out
Let's calm down and find a solution together


Its really all you've got
You have to work with what you have and make the best of it


And yeah I'm frustrated
I'm feeling irritated and annoyed


Whats this, how much, who what, where when, why man, how Come
Asking for clarification and explanation of a situation


So many questions unanswered
There's still so much that's unclear


I don't understand
I'm having trouble comprehending


Could you please explain sir
Requesting an explanation politely


I'm in a phase, I believe I can change
I'm going through a difficult time, but I still have hope for change


In exchange for an explanation, estimation, hesitation
Offering an explanation in return for information


Is it as visible dealing with digital
Is it easier to deal with digital communication


Figitting through email
Feeling restless or uneasy when checking emails


When it is critical condition
In a serious or important situation


My heads in
I'm mentally invested in the situation


I'm heading
I'm pursuing a goal or direction


In the wrong direction
I'm not on the right path to success


Book me a session
Schedule a meeting or appointment


Let it off my chest
Share my thoughts and emotions to release tension


Ill invest in a (Cannon)
I'll spend money on a high-quality camera


Just so I can blow with my bro as my (Right hand man)
So I can achieve success with my friend by my side


Fan Dan ass kicking with ash spitting
A reference to his rap skills


I'm not different just ask Jigga (Ask Jigga)
I'm not unique, just like other rappers such as Jay-Z


He listened and witnessed the birth of a star
Jay-Z recognized Asher Roth's potential and was supportive of his career


Urging and surging his way up to the top of the charts
Asher Roth worked hard and made it to the top of the music charts


When I'm trying to come up (they wanna bring me down)
When I'm trying to succeed, others try to sabotage my efforts


When you trying to come up (they wanna you me down)
When someone else is trying to succeed, others try to sabotage their efforts




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DON CANNON, ASHER ROTH

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