Barrence Whitfield (born Barry White, raised in New Jersey) has been singin… Read Full Bio ↴Barrence Whitfield (born Barry White, raised in New Jersey) has been singing with The Savages for decades. They first appeared on record with a self-titled debut in 1984 (Mamou label, since reissued by Ace UK). Their most recent releases are Savage Kings (Munster 2011) and Dig Thy Savage Soul (Bloodshot 2013). Their specialty is capturing the energy of early rock 'n' roll, R&B, and jump blues. Barrence continues to appear and record with the Savages. He has also recorded with Tom Russell, and as half of the duo the Mercy Brothers. He tours the world yet also makes local appearances in the Boston area, which he calls home.

Slowly Losing My Mind
Barrence Whitfield & the Savages Lyrics

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I'm fucking losing my mind!
Woah!
I can't do this all the time!
Baby, I know that I'm losing my mind!
Gotta stay strong!
No more tears!
I can't cry!
Every time you lie, I can tell when you get tongue tied!

Baby, I'm so tired!
Woah!
And I promise you that I seen it all, Baby I don't wanna fucking fall.
And I promise you ima be there when you call!

LaLa Land where I stay dreaming!
Pretty bitch on me feening!
You know how I take 'em to the cleaners.
My glocks named Billy, Mandy the way I'm fucking reaping!
Cold steel in my pockets I pull it out, and get to shooting.
Nigga it's a heater!
Prince of all Saiyans!
Call me Vegeta!
Told ya little bitch I don't need ya!
No no I don't need ya!
Baby girl I don't feen for ya!
I've been on my own,
And I'm smoking on something it got me.
I'm higher than totems!
47 fucking Ronin,
Little nigga played heroics,
Choppah blow 'em then he folded.
I'm really losing my mind!
Baby, feeling heartbroken all the damn time!

I'm fucking losing my mind!
Woah!
I can't do this all the time!
Baby, I know that I'm losing my mind!
Gotta stay strong!
No more tears!
I can't cry!
Every time you lie, I can tell when you get tongue tied!
Baby, I'm so tired!
Woah!

And I promise you that I seen it all, Baby I don't wanna fucking fall.
And I promise you ima be there when you call!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Barrence Whitfield & the Savages's song "Slowly Losing My Mind" depict a sense of frustration, exhaustion, and heartbreak. The singer is expressing a feeling of gradually losing their sanity, possibly due to a toxic relationship or ongoing emotional turmoil. They acknowledge their own vulnerability and fatigue, yet strive to remain strong and resilient. The repetition of "I'm fucking losing my mind" emphasizes the intensity of their emotions and the urgency in finding a resolution.

The mention of "LaLa Land" represents a state of escapism or daydreaming, seeking temporary relief from the realities of their situation. The line "Pretty bitch on me feening" suggests a desire or dependency on someone who might not reciprocate the same feelings. The references to weapons and violence may symbolize a defensive mentality or a willingness to protect themselves from further harm.

Ultimately, the lyrics convey a sense of emotional turmoil, betrayal, and the struggle to maintain sanity in the face of adversity. Despite these challenges, there is a commitment to being there for the person they address in the song, indicating a conflicting desire for both connection and self-preservation.

Line by Line Meaning

I'm fucking losing my mind!
I am becoming mentally unstable and distressed!

Woah!
Expressing surprise or exclamation!

I can't do this all the time!
I am unable to handle this situation continually!

Baby, I know that I'm losing my mind!
Darling, I am aware that I am losing my sanity!

Gotta stay strong!
I must remain resilient and endure!

No more tears!
I will not shed any more tears!

I can't cry!
I am unable to weep!

Every time you lie, I can tell when you get tongue tied!
Whenever you deceive me, I can detect your struggle to speak!

Baby, I'm so tired!
Darling, I am extremely exhausted!

Woah!
Expressing surprise or exclamation!

And I promise you that I seen it all, Baby I don't wanna fucking fall.
And I assure you that I have experienced everything, darling, I do not want to fail miserably!

And I promise you ima be there when you call!
And I assure you that I will be available when you reach out to me!

LaLa Land where I stay dreaming!
A state of mind where I immerse myself in illusions and daydreams!

Pretty bitch on me feening!
An attractive woman desperately craving my attention!

You know how I take 'em to the cleaners.
You are aware of my ability to exploit and manipulate others!

My glocks named Billy, Mandy the way I'm fucking reaping!
I have named my firearms Billy and Mandy, resembling the relentless and forceful manner in which I am causing harm!

Cold steel in my pockets I pull it out, and get to shooting.
I carry a weapon in my pockets, and I draw it out to engage in shooting!

Nigga it's a heater!
My friend, it is a firearm!

Prince of all Saiyans!
I am the ruler and superior being among the Saiyans!

Call me Vegeta!
Refer to me by the name Vegeta!

Told ya little bitch I don't need ya!
I already informed you, insignificant person, that I do not require your presence!

No no I don't need ya!
Absolutely no, I do not need you!

Baby girl I don't feen for ya!
Darling, I do not have an intense desire or craving for you!

I've been on my own,
I have been independent and self-reliant,

And I'm smoking on something it got me.
And I am consuming a substance that has altered my state of mind.

I'm higher than totems!
I am in a heightened state of consciousness, surpassing that of sacred structures!

47 fucking Ronin,
There are forty-seven samurai warriors,

Little nigga played heroics,
A young person attempted to act heroically,