1) Jamaica-born and Miami-raised rapper, B… Read Full Bio ↴There's more than one 'Beam':
1) Jamaica-born and Miami-raised rapper, BEAM found solace in music at an early age. “I’ve been in the studio since I was born,” he explains. “My dad was an artist, so when I was a kid I would always be there with him. I didn’t start messing around with until I was ten, but the smell of the studio is probably one of my earliest memories.”
2) Formed in 2000, Beam is led by French ex-pat Helene Renaut, a music major from Brittany. She describes her musical awakening: "I grew up obsessing on the songs of Jacques Brel until I discovered Neil Young!"
Determined to escape the gloom of her hometown, she busked gypsy songs on the violin to finance a move to San Francisco in 1995. After gradually becoming a fixture on the emerging solo acoustic scene here, Helene began collaborating in earnest. And while Helene remains a constant presence in the SF solo acoustic circuit, Beam is thriving, counting at one time or another members of Call and Response, Willow Willow, and Winfred E Eye members of it's ranks.
To be sure, it is easy to name check common influences like Leonard Cohen, Syd Barrett and Nick Drake....and there is no doubt that as long as the British Folk revival is still in vogue we'll have plenty of aspiring Bert Jansch and Richard Thompson clones. But Beam could never draw on as narrow a range of influences. Listeners will also hear elements of Opal, Jolie Holland, Nico, and even Jackie Deshannon amongst the unmistakable sound of Helene's voice and the compelling stories of her songs.
3) A German DJ and producer (real name: Michael Urgacz) who is/was also part of 'Beam vs. Cyrus' and 'Beam & Yanou'.
4) A Dutch rock/pop group that existed from 1997-2003 and released two albums a self-titled album in 1998 and 'Full dimensional stereo' in 2001.
5) A South African band formed after the unexpected popularity of a soundtrack created for a Vodacom advert featured a bungie jumping baby. The name is composed of the first letters of the names of the members.
6 ) A German emocore band from Bonn, Germany, founded in 2006.
7) A New Zealand alternative band from Wanganui, existing from 1997-1999.
8) A Mexican rapper belonging to the label Slowly.
Stranded
Beam Lyrics
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Drinkin' my sorrows, sinkin' in the ocean
Waitin' for a reason just to load this clip
Niggas playin' games, like battleship
If I have to walk out, it's gon' be some shit
I'd rather stay in then to see this bitch
Woke up 2-3AM
Phone ringin' on some passive shit
Yeah, nah
There's no better time than now
No better time than now
I'm gon' keep my ground
I'm gon', I'm gon' keep my crown
Too careless
One-ninety in the carriage
I'm Polaris (yeah)
Lola want my karats
Stuck in terrace
I'm talkin' abandoned
I've been stranded
I've been stranded
In my ways
Smokey mirrors from that indo'
While I'm holdin' on in limbo
I got baggage you can't see at night
Smokey mirrors from that indo'
While I'm holdin' on in limbo
I got baggage you can't see at night
Back seat, Rosa Park it
Back seat was the darkest
Never look back, turn the key start it
While the other pigs barkin'
Two times my check I'm ballin'
While I'm sittin' still ballin'
You'd cry if the day came callin'
That's when everything falls in
Had the window open contemplatin' fallin'
Last night I thought about shit
That I hide and it got kinda scary
I don't wanna talk no more
I don't wanna end up in cemetery (yeah)
I realize that I picked up the curse
That I got from my parents
While the days go by I'm livin' in terror
Too careless
One-ninety in the carriage
I'm Polaris (yeah)
Lola want my karats
Stuck in terrace
I'm talkin' abandoned
I've been stranded
I've been stranded
In my ways
Smokey mirrors from that indo'
While I'm holdin' on in limbo
I got baggage you can't see at night
Smokey mirrors from that indo'
While I'm holdin' on in limbo
I got baggage you can't see at night
Backseat, Rosa Park it
We been sippin' on the Andre
Big Boi finna unzip, oh
She be throwin' tantrums like Kanye (Kanye)
If you really run ya money, how ya shit half gone?
Tuggin' on her hair 'cause her hair hella long
When I'm diggin' in it, nigga, make her sing me a song
Then I gotta get off the island
Act like I'm fine but I'm dyin'
Dead to the world and I, at six feet
Had no need for this world
My eyes done seen things, make a nigga rethink
Havin' sight, my only aim, shoot out the lights
I'm cool in the dark
It's up for sale, man, I'm cool on a heart
Black out the windows and the frames on the wall
Then pray about bringin' the pain to a halt
What a fall
Too careless
One-ninety in the carriage
I'm Polaris (yeah)
Lola want my karats
Stuck in terrace
I'm talkin' abandoned
I've been stranded
I've been stranded
In my ways
Smokey mirrors from that indo'
While I'm holdin' on in limbo
I got baggage you can't see at night
Smokey mirrors from that indo'
While I'm holdin' on in limbo
I got baggage you can't see at night
The song "STRANDED" by BEAM feat. Childish Major deals with themes of feeling isolated and alone, struggling with personal demons, and trying to find a way out of difficult situations. It begins with the singer smoking and drinking outside, feeling lost and waiting for a reason to use violence against those they feel are playing games with them. The lyrics then shift to the singer reflecting on their life and their struggles with baggage, both physical and emotional. They mention feeling trapped and abandoned, and holding onto their ground and their crown as a way to cope.
The chorus emphasizes the singer's sense of being lost and alone, with "smokey mirrors from that indo'" symbolizing the confusion and haze that clouds their thoughts and feelings. The use of the repeated phrase "I've been stranded" emphasizes the sense of isolation and the struggle to find a way out of difficult situations.
The second half of the song features a guest verse from Childish Major, who raps about similar themes of feeling trapped and struggling with personal demons. He references Rosa Parks and her famous refusal to give up her seat on a bus as a way of reclaiming power and taking control of one's own life. The chorus repeats again, reinforcing the sense of being lost and trying to hold on in the face of adversity.
Overall, "STRANDED" is a song that deals with heavy and difficult themes, but does so in a way that is both introspective and empowering. It acknowledges the hard realities of life, but also emphasizes the importance of staying grounded and holding onto one's own sense of self-worth and power.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm on the patio smokin' and shit
I am outside, smoking and trying to relax
Drinkin' my sorrows, sinkin' in the ocean
I am drinking to forget my problems and feeling overwhelmed
Waitin' for a reason just to load this clip
I am contemplating violence and waiting for a justification
Niggas playin' games, like battleship
People are being dishonest and playing games like in the game of battleship
If I have to walk out, it's gon' be some shit
If I need to leave, it's going to cause a problem
I'd rather stay in then to see this bitch
I would rather stay inside than deal with this difficult person
Woke up 2-3AM
I woke up very early in the morning
Phone ringin' on some passive shit
I received a non-confrontational phone call
I remember what my mama said
I am thinking about my mother's advice
Yeah, nah
I am uncertain about something
There's no better time than now
Right now is the best time to act
I'm gon' keep my ground
I will stand my ground
I'm gon', I'm gon' keep my crown
I will maintain my power and dignity
Too careless
I am acting recklessly
One-ninety in the carriage
I am driving recklessly and fast
I'm Polaris (yeah)
I am confident and powerful
Lola want my karats
Someone named Lola wants my diamonds or money
Stuck in terrace
I am experiencing a feeling of being trapped or helpless
I'm talkin' abandoned
I am discussing a situation where I have been left alone or stranded
I've been stranded
I am alone and without help or support
In my ways
I am set in my habits and beliefs
Smokey mirrors from that indo'
I am smoking marijuana and hallucinating or feeling disoriented
While I'm holdin' on in limbo
I am feeling stuck or in a state of uncertainty
I got baggage you can't see at night
I have emotional problems or secrets that are hidden from others
Back seat, Rosa Park it
I am taking a backseat and not participating in something
Back seat was the darkest
The backseat was a place of darkness or secrecy
Never look back, turn the key start it
I am leaving a situation behind and moving forward
While the other pigs barkin'
While other people argue or fight
Two times my check I'm ballin'
I am rich and spending money
You'd cry if the day came callin'
You would be upset if you had to face a difficult situation
That's when everything falls in
That is the moment when everything becomes clear
Had the window open contemplatin' fallin'
I had the window open and was thinking about jumping or falling
Last night I thought about shit
Last night I was thinking about things that were bothering me
That I hide and it got kinda scary
That I keep secret and it was frightening to think about
I don't wanna talk no more
I don't want to discuss my problems anymore
I don't wanna end up in cemetery (yeah)
I don't want to die
I realize that I picked up the curse
I understand that I inherited a problem or burden
That I got from my parents
That came from my family
While the days go by I'm livin' in terror
I am scared every day as time passes
We been sippin' on the Andre
We have been drinking Andre champagne
Big Boi finna unzip, oh
Big Boi is about to undress or do something sexual
She be throwin' tantrums like Kanye (Kanye)
She is behaving erratically and like Kanye West, who is known for his public outbursts
If you really run ya money, how ya shit half gone?
If you are wealthy, why are you running out of money?
Tuggin' on her hair 'cause her hair hella long
I am pulling on her long hair
When I'm diggin' in it, nigga, make her sing me a song
When I am having sex with her, I make her moan or sing
Then I gotta get off the island
Then I have to leave and move on
Act like I'm fine but I'm dyin'
I am pretending to be okay but I am really struggling
Dead to the world and I, at six feet
I feel disconnected from others and isolated
Had no need for this world
I feel like I don't belong or fit in
My eyes done seen things, make a nigga rethink
I have seen some things that have made me question my beliefs
Havin' sight, my only aim, shoot out the lights
My focus is on my vision and my goal is to succeed
I'm cool in the dark
I am comfortable and familiar with darkness or difficult situations
It's up for sale, man, I'm cool on a heart
I am willing to sell out or compromise my values
Black out the windows and the frames on the wall
Covering up or hiding things
Then pray about bringin' the pain to a halt
Then I hope to stop the suffering or problems
What a fall
What a decline or downfall
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Adam King Feeney, Jordan Douglas, Markus Alandrus Randle, Toian Keisha Gichie, Tyshane Thompson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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[Verse 1: BEAM]
I’m on the patio smoking and shit
Drinking my sorrows, sinking in the ocean
Waiting for a reason just to load this clip
Niggas playin' games, like battleship
If I have to walk out, it’s gon' be some shit
I’d rather stay in then to see this bitch
Woke up 2-3AM
Phone ringing on some passive shit
I remember what my mama said
Yeah, nah
There’s no better time than now
No better time than now
I’m gon' keep my ground
I’m gon', I’m gon' keep my crown
[Pre-Chorus: BEAM]
Too careless
1-90 in the carriage
I’m Polaris (Yeah)
Lola want my karats
Stuck in terrace
I’m talking abandoned
I’ve been stranded (Yeah)
I’ve been stranded
[Chorus: BEAM]
In my ways
Smoking mirrors from that endo
While I’m holding on in limbo
I got baggage you can’t see at night
Smoking mirrors from that endo
While I’m holding on in limbo
I got baggage you can’t see at night
[Verse 2: BEAM]
Back seat Rosa parking
Back seat was the darkest
Never look back, turn the key start it
While the other pigs barkin'
Two times my check I’m ballin'
While I’m sitting still ballin'
You’d cry if the day came callin'
That’s when everything falls in
Had the window open contemplating falling
Last night I thought about shit that I hide and it got kinda scary
I don’t wana talk no more I don’t wanna end up in cemetery (Yeah)
I realize that I picked up the curse that I got from my parents
While the days go by I’m living in terror
[Pre-Chorus: BEAM]
Too careless
1-90 in the carriage
I’m Polaris
Lola want my karats
Stuck in terrace
I’m talking abandoned
I’ve been stranded
I’ve been stranded
[Chorus: BEAM]
In my ways
Smoking mirrors from that endo
While I’m holding on in limbo
I got baggage you can’t see at night
Smoking mirrors from that endo
While I’m holding on in limbo
I got baggage you can’t see at night
[Verse 3: Childish Major]
Backseat Rosa parking
We been sippin' on the Andre
Big Boi finna unzip, hmm
She be throwing tantrums like Kanye (Kanye)
If you really run ya money, how yo shit half gone?
Tuggin' on her hair 'cause her hair hella long
When I’m digging in it nigga make her sing me a song
Then I gotta get off the island
Act like I’m fine but I’m dying
Dead to the world and I at six feet
Have no need for this world
My eyes done seen things make a nigga rethink
Having sight, my only aim, shoot out the lights
I'm cool in the dark
It's up for sale man I'm cool on a heart
Black out the windows and the frames on the wall
Then pray it bring the pain to a halt
What a fall
[Pre-Chorus: BEAM]
Too careless
1-90 in the carriage
I’m Polaris
Lola want my karats
Stuck in terrace
I’m talking abandoned
I’ve been stranded
I’ve been stranded
[Chorus: BEAM]
@joshuableasdille
MY GUY, YOUR MUSIC AMAZING!! I've always wanted to hear someone that could switch from English to patois and singing to rapping so effortlessly. 🤯🤯
@drainedeyes4268
I just got an ad for this, this is actually produced really really well. I dig it.
@makiluvr
can't believe this only has like 2K views
@chishazela2766
Less is more real
@realdiole
Always come back to this dude's music. He is just excellent.
@flotrizzy5515
One of my favorite jams of all time
@96flows73
How come this masterpiece only have 54k views 😳 Luckily I stumbled across this beauty on Spotify - god bless the algorithm.
@opportunity2096
This needs to BLOW UP man, your talent is crazy. Keep this heat going 🔊
@defasiam9445
He like a mix of Don and Travis lol
@h3dgeh0g96
Not really Travis