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Bilal Lyrics


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La da, da, da
Hey sister
It's all in her eyes, you and me
Words just disguise all the things that you need

What is deep, it's deeper than skin
So Lord only knows
This kind of vibe gets stronger in time
Won't go on unnoticed

So concrete can't hold it
Hearts filled righteously
Whatever it is, I know that it's real
As long as you know

No complaints, you're all that I feel
(Sista soul)
You must be my soul sista, soul sista, hey sis
(Sista soul)

You must be my soul sista, soul sista, hey sis
(Sista soul)
You must be my soul sista, soul sista
(Sista soul)

You-ooh are so fine
Like spaces that fall in my soul
Sweet baby that has no rhyme, yeah
Do you like how it feels when I smoke you out?

Head down to your toes
Making you (making you, making you) scream and shout
You must be my soul sista, soul sista, you my
(Sista soul)

You must be my soul sista, soul sista, you my
(Sista soul)
You must be my soul sista, soul sista, you my
(Sista soul)

You must be my soul sista, soul sista, yeah
(Sista soul)
(Sista soul)
You must be my soul sista, soul sista, sista, sista, sista soul

(Sista soul)
Sista, soul sista
Soul sista,
Hey baby, can I talk to you?

Can I love you in the right way?
Please your soul, hold you
Baby I want to love you
You know baby I want to

Love you in the right way
Hold you because your my
Soul sista baby you're my sista
All I want to do is love you in the right way





Hold you, only because you are
My soul sista, soul...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Bilal's song "Soul Sista" are an expression of love and admiration between two people who have a deep connection. The singer praises the woman's beauty and soul, which he sees through her eyes, and acknowledges that their relationship goes beyond the surface. He emphasizes that their bond is genuine and cannot be contained by the physical world or anyone's perception of it.


The artist highlights the idea that this kind of connection is rare and needs to be cherished, especially in a world where people often try to hide their emotions and desires. The chorus, which repeats the phrase "you must be my soul sista," is a declaration of his feelings towards her and a way of acknowledging that their bond is special and meaningful.


Overall, the lyrics celebrate the beauty and mystery of human relationships, and the importance of authenticity and emotional connection in our lives.


Line by Line Meaning

La da, da, da
The song starts with vocal ad-libs that set the mood for the following lines


Hey sister
The singer addresses someone he calls 'sister', showing a feeling of familiarity and closeness


It's all in her eyes, you and me
The singer implies that the connection, or chemistry, between him and his 'soul sista' can be perceived through their eyes


Words just disguise all the things that you need
Verbal communication is limited and sometimes insufficient to express everything that one needs. Hence, actions and feelings are more revealing and should be prioritized


What is deep, it's deeper than skin
The singer hints that the relationship between him and his 'soul sista' goes beyond the physical attraction, and there are deeper and more meaningful aspects to it


So Lord only knows
The singer affirms that only a higher power can understand or explain the depth of their connection


This kind of vibe gets stronger in time
The song highlights the importance of time in building and strengthening their relationship, which might explain their bond and closeness


Won't go on unnoticed
The singer assures that their relationship is noticeable and evident, due to its nature and strength


So concrete can't hold it
The singer implies that their bond is intangible and immaterial; it cannot be confined or restrained by physical objects or barriers


Hearts filled righteously
The singer hints that both his and his 'soul sista's' hearts are pure and sincere, which might explain the genuineness of their relationship


Whatever it is, I know that it's real
The singer acknowledges that he might not be able to define or explain their connection, but he is sure that it is authentic and significant


As long as you know
The singer emphasizes the importance of his 'soul sista' being aware of their relationship's nature and significance, as it is a shared feeling.


No complaints, you're all that I feel (Sista soul)
The singer expresses his fondness and appreciation for his 'soul sista', who is the source of his positive feelings and emotions at the moment


You must be my soul sista, soul sista, hey sis
The singer repeats the title of the song, addressing his 'soul sista' and showing his affection using a term of endearment


You-ooh are so fine
The singer expresses his appreciation of his 'soul sista's' physical appearance


Like spaces that fall in my soul
The singer uses a poetic metaphor to imply that his 'soul sista' fills a void or emptiness in his soul that no one else can


Sweet baby that has no rhyme, yeah
The singer uses an oxymoron to describe his 'soul sista', suggesting that there are some unexplained aspects to her character or nature


Do you like how it feels when I smoke you out?
The singer uses a metaphor to ask if his affection and attention satisfy his 'soul sista' emotionally and mentally


Head down to your toes
The singer implies that his 'soul sista' is attractive and desirable from head to toe, emphasizing her physical appeal


Making you (making you, making you) scream and shout
The singer uses a sexual innuendo to imply that he pleases his 'soul sista' both physically and emotionally


You must be my soul sista, soul sista, you my (Sista soul)
The repetition of the title and the following lines reinforce the singer's affection and desire for his 'soul sista'


Hey baby, can I talk to you?
The singer addresses his 'soul sista' using a term of endearment, showing his affection and care for her, then asks for permission to express his feelings or thoughts


Can I love you in the right way?
The singer asks if his 'soul sista' is willing to be loved and appreciated the way she deserves, emphasizing the importance of respect and attention in a relationship


Please your soul, hold you
The singer implies that his love and affection serve his 'soul sister's' best interests and desires, and he will provide emotional support and comfort


Baby I want to love you
The singer reaffirms his affection and desire towards his 'soul sista' and implies that his love will stay constant and true.


You know baby I want to
The singer reminds his 'soul sista' that his feelings towards her are genuine and sincere, as if he personally knows that she is aware of his true feelings


Love you in the right way
The singer reiterates the importance of treating his 'soul sista' with respect, care, and attention in their relationship


Hold you because your my
The singer shows his possessiveness and ownership of his 'soul sista,' emphasizing the strength and importance of their relationship


Soul sista baby you're my sista
The singer repeats the title and calls his 'soul sista' his sister, emphasizing the closeness and familiarity between them.


All I want to do is love you in the right way
The singer delivers his final message, which encapsulates the song's themes of affection, respect, and devotion towards his 'soul sista'


Hold you, only because you are my soul sista, soul...
The song ends with the singer's final affirmation of his love, affection, and ownership of his 'soul sista.'




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BILAL OLIVER, JAMES MTUME, RAPHAEL SAADIQ

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@daunierthompson8978

La da, da, da
Hey sister
It's all in her eyes, you and me
Words just disguise all the things that you need
What is deep, it's deeper than skin
So Lord only knows
This kind of vibe gets stronger in time
Won't go on unnoticed
So concrete can't hold it
Hearts filled righteously
Whatever it is, I know that it's real
As long as you know
No complaints, you're all that I feel
(Sista soul)
You must be my soul sista, soul sista, hey sis
(Sista soul)
You must be my soul sista, soul sista, hey sis
(Sista soul)
You must be my soul sista, soul sista
(Sista soul)
You-ooh are so fine
Like spaces that fall in my soul
Sweet baby that has no rhyme, yeah
Do you like how it feels when I smoke you out?
Head down to your toes
Making you (making you, making you) scream and shout
You must be my soul sista, soul sista, you my
(Sista soul)
You must be my soul sista, soul sista, you my
(Sista soul)
You must be my soul sista, soul sista, you my
(Sista soul)
You must be my soul sista, soul sista, yeah
(Sista soul)
(Sista soul)
You must be my soul sista, soul sista, sista, sista, sista soul
Sista, soul sista
Soul sista,
Hey baby, can I talk to you?
Can I love you in the right way?
Please your soul, hold you
Baby I want to love you
You know baby I want to
Love you in the right way
Hold you because your my
Soul sista baby you're my sista
All I want to do is love you in the right way
Hold you, only because you are
My soul sista, soul



All comments from YouTube:

@uptown713

Black woman…I love and will protect you. - A black man.

@itumeleng_lazlo_nare

This song came out in 2001, but it's still a banger in 2023 😂❤❤😭😭

@ilovemytribe

2024

@starmanning2604

We, the Black Sista Delegation, approve this message. ❤ 🖤 💚

@reallife0728

YOU MUST BE MY SOUL SISTA!!!!☕☕☕💐💐💐

@JamesBond-ro6by

😂 Beautiful!!

@no_guarantees

MeH

@jakarlamcclain1248

As a strong beautiful black woman , this song speaks to my soul 💥

@stephanieblount611

What she said

@janellejcj10

You know a song is classic when you never get tired of it after over 20 years. I was just 10 listening to this song when it first came out. I always wanted to see Bilal in concert and got the chance to do so back in 2016.

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