Anthemic, dream-driven themes inspire Blackbird Blackbird's work, where layers of electronic texture drape over organic sounds and ghostly vocals. Within elongated song structures, Blackbird Blackbird harnesses thematic elements of dynamism and composition to create depth and complexity, while never losing sight of his pop sensibilities.
Blackbird Blackbird's debut album Summer Heart was lauded by modern tastemakers, receiving critical acclaim from the likes of Fader, XLR8R, Rcrdlbl, and more. Recently returning from a whirl-wind European tour, Blackbird Blackbird has been signed to the Lavish Habits imprint out of San Francisco. His upcoming Boracay Planet EP features remixes from the likes of American bass music virtuoso Grenier (aka DJ G) and Atlanta’s foremost proprietor of rave music, Distal. This highly-anticipated EP is slated for release October 16 2012.
Heartbeat
Blackbird Blackbird Lyrics
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YTG
Baby how
Baby how
Uh
Baby how you fit all that them jeans
Money real long think height Yao Ming
Got me walking out the chrome heart store
Like Texas got a hold on me
If she in the street she ain't right for me
Getting to that cheddar got me moving like a feind
Girl I know who you is
Girl I know who you be
Addicted to that life but that life ain't free
Hopping out the bed cuz a check ain't free
Hopping out the bed cuz her meal came free
Why she capping like I'm just another man in her sheets
Damn
No heartbeat
No heart beat
Knew her last mans
Capping bout gas he ain't moving no pounds
Got her on FaceTime talking bout rounds
When it come to talking I ain't making no sounds
Let her have my heart why she leave it on the ground
Should've seen the flags should've known she been around
Man the way I'm in the field I should really sit down
Down down down
Way I'm in the field I should really sit
Down down down down
Yeah
Shawty bad she a thot through the grapevine
Too real when I jump from the baseline
Never let another man ever take mine
Never let another woman ever take mine
How it feel when you step into that limelight
How it feel when you lose her in the same night
How it feel when you drinking in the daytime
How it feel to think you lost your mind
Uh
Baby how you fit all that them jeans
Money real long think height Yao Ming
Got me walking out the chrome heart store
With a pair of all four
Like Texas got a hold on me
If she in the street she ain't right for me
Getting to that cheddar got me moving like a feind
Girl I know who you is
Girl I know who you be
Addicted to that life but that life ain't free
Hopping out the bed cuz a check ain't free
Hopping out the bed cuz her meal came free
Why she capping like I'm just another man in her sheets
Damn
No heartbeat
No heart beat
No heartbeat
No heartbeat
She move like no other
I see her in color
She can't give a penny
I went to go dub her
I put on
I put on
I ain't put a rubber
I hit her and cut her
My boys hit the party and we got another
She turned to these streets
Lost all hope in cuffing
I gave her my heart
And she act like it's nothing
I step out the cadi
Then gave her instruction
I can't cuff a thot
And there ain't no discussion
Soon as you leave it's like trust don't mean nothing
Bro got a cadi
She thought it was cullinan
Move like a hunter
She thought I was stunna man
Hop out the bed
In my dream I was fighting man
Just to wake up and to see I been fighting man
Think about murder I see her another man
Gang like a army we built like the covenant
Gang like a army we built like the covenant
Huddle up huddle up
Just like we running it
No point in talking
We pull up just parking it
Huddle up huddle up
Just like we running it
No point in talking
We pull up no parking it
Uh
Baby how you fit all that them jeans
Money real long think height Yao Ming
Got me walking out the chrome heart store
With a pair of all four
Like Texas got a hold on me
If she in the street she ain't right for me
Getting to that cheddar got me moving like a feind
Girl I know who you is
Girl I know who you be
Addicted to that life but that life ain't free
Hopping out the bed cuz a check ain't free
Hopping out the bed cuz her meal came free
Why she capping like I'm just another man in her sheets
Damn
No heartbeat
No heart beat
No heartbeat
No heartbeat
Two piece on got me feeling like hutch
It's the second bottle I ain't even lunch
Going for the sack but it's two hand touch
Way I'm whipping that designer got me coming in clutch like
Go and take a walk for a minute
I just wanna call my dog maybe talk for a minute
I was hopping out the bed feeling lost for a minute
Like
Like
Like
Baby how
Baby how you fit all that them jeans
The lyrics of Blackbird Blackbird's song "Heartbeat" explore the themes of love, addiction, and betrayal. The song paints a picture of a man who is attracted to a woman who is addicted to the high life but is not willing to pay the cost of living it. He knows who she is and what she wants, but still can't resist her. The line "Hopping out the bed 'cause a check ain't free, Hopping out the bed 'cause her meal came free" suggests that the woman is using him for his money, and the line "Hopping out the bed 'cause I lost my mind, Hopping out the bed 'cause you lost your mind" suggests that he is questioning his sanity for being with her. However, the chorus "No heartbeat, No heartbeat" reveals that the man has realized that the woman has no heart, and he is ready to move on.
The song's verses are filled with vivid imagery that highlights the man's struggle with the woman. The line "Texas got a hold on me" suggests that he is trapped in this situation, and the line "She move like no other, I see her in color" suggests that the woman is an adrenaline rush that he can't resist. The line "Never let another man ever take mine, Never let another woman ever take mine" suggests that the man is possessive of the woman and doesn't want anyone else to have her. The line "She turned to these streets, lost all hope in cuffing" suggests that the woman has given up on the idea of a stable relationship and is just looking for a thrill.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby how
Expressing curiosity or admiration towards someone
YTG
Abbreviation for 'You the greatest', complimenting the person
Baby how
Continuing the curiosity or admiration towards someone
Baby how
Continuing the curiosity or admiration towards someone
Uh
Expressing surprise or realization
Baby how you fit all that them jeans
Amazed by how well the person fits in their jeans, suggesting attraction
Money real long think height Yao Ming
Comparing the length of their money to the height of Yao Ming, emphasizing wealth
Got me walking out the chrome heart store
Leaving a high-end clothing store called Chrome Heart, indicating luxury shopping
With a pair of all four
Leaving the store with a complete set or collection
Like Texas got a hold on me
Feeling captivated or influenced by someone or something, comparing it to the grip Texas has
If she in the street she ain't right for me
If the person is involved in questionable activities, they are not suitable for a relationship
Getting to that cheddar got me moving like a feind
The desire to obtain money or success is driving them energetically
Girl I know who you is
Asserting knowledge of the person's true identity or character
Girl I know who you be
Reiterating knowledge of the person's true identity or character
Addicted to that life but that life ain't free
Acknowledging a dependence on a certain lifestyle, but highlighting that it comes with a cost
Hopping out the bed cuz a check ain't free
Getting out of bed motivated by the need to work and earn money
Hopping out the bed cuz her meal came free
Getting out of bed because someone else provided a free meal
Why she capping like I'm just another man in her sheets
Questioning the woman's dishonesty, suggesting she is pretending he is not important
Damn
Expressing frustration or disappointment
No heartbeat
Metaphorically implying emotional detachment or lack of romantic connection
No heart beat
Repeating the implication of emotional detachment or lack of romantic connection
Knew her last mans
Aware of her previous partners
Capping bout gas he ain't moving no pounds
Lying about being involved in illegal activities and not actually making any significant profit
Got her on FaceTime talking bout rounds
Engaging in a conversation with her on FaceTime about various topics
When it come to talking I ain't making no sounds
Being quiet or unresponsive during conversations
Let her have my heart why she leave it on the ground
Metaphorically giving her love or affection, but she disregards or abandons it
Should've seen the flags should've known she been around
Recognizing signs or hints that she has been involved with multiple people
Man the way I'm in the field I should really sit down
Acknowledging the busy or chaotic lifestyle they lead and considering the need to take a break
Down down down
Repeating the idea of feeling overwhelmed or needing to slow down
Way I'm in the field I should really sit
Emphasizing that the intense and demanding nature of their lifestyle requires rest
Down down down down
Repeating the idea of feeling overwhelmed or needing to slow down
Yeah
Expressing agreement or confirmation
Shawty bad she a thot through the grapevine
Referring to a woman as attractive, but with a reputation for promiscuity according to rumors
Too real when I jump from the baseline
Describing their authenticity or genuine nature when making a move or decision
Never let another man ever take mine
Asserting the importance of protecting what rightfully belongs to them from other men
Never let another woman ever take mine
Asserting the importance of protecting what rightfully belongs to them from other women
How it feel when you step into that limelight
Asking about the emotions or sensations experienced when gaining significant attention or recognition
How it feel when you lose her in the same night
Questioning the emotional impact of losing someone they were with earlier in the night
How it feel when you drinking in the daytime
Asking about the feelings or consequences of drinking alcohol during the daytime
How it feel to think you lost your mind
Wondering about the emotions or thoughts when believing one has gone insane
She move like no other
Describing the person's unique or exceptional movements or behavior
I see her in color
Perceiving the person vividly or with intensity, implying a strong connection
She can't give a penny
Suggesting that the person is not generous or unwilling to contribute financially
I went to go dub her
Attempting to ignore or reject the person in question
I put on
Getting dressed or preparing oneself
I put on
Repeating the act of getting dressed or preparing oneself
I ain't put a rubber
Not using protection during sexual intercourse
I hit her and cut her
Having a sexual encounter with her and subsequently ending the connection
My boys hit the party and we got another
Referring to friends or acquaintances joining a social gathering and finding new potential partners
She turned to these streets
Implies that she has become involved in street or urban culture
Lost all hope in cuffing
No longer believing in committing to a monogamous relationship
I gave her my heart
Metaphorically entrusting her with their love and affection
And she act like it's nothing
Reacting with indifference or disregard towards their emotional investment
I step out the cadi
Exiting from a Cadillac car
Then gave her instruction
Providing her with directions or guidance
I can't cuff a thot
Declaring the inability or refusal to commit to a promiscuous woman
And there ain't no discussion
Asserting that there is no room for debate or negotiation
Soon as you leave it's like trust don't mean nothing
Implying that trust is fragile and easily lost as soon as the person leaves
Bro got a cadi
Referring to their friend or brother who owns a Cadillac
She thought it was cullinan
She mistakenly thought the car was a Cullinan, a luxury Rolls-Royce model
Move like a hunter
Moving or acting with the characteristics of a predatory hunter
She thought I was stunna man
She believed he was a flashy or flamboyant person
Hop out the bed
Getting out of bed energetically or quickly
In my dream I was fighting man
Recalling a dream in which they were engaged in physical combat
Just to wake up and to see I been fighting man
Reflecting on the feeling of constantly facing challenges or conflicts
Think about murder I see her another man
Having thoughts of violence or extreme frustration upon seeing her with someone else
Gang like a army we built like the covenant
Comparing their group or gang to an organized and disciplined military force
Huddle up huddle up
Getting the team or group together for a discussion or plan
Just like we running it
Referring to their group as a dominant force or being in absolute control
No point in talking
Suggesting that talking or discussing something is pointless or unnecessary
We pull up just parking it
Arriving at a place and stopping by parking their vehicle
Huddle up huddle up
Repeating the act of getting the team or group together for a discussion or plan
Just like we running it
Continuing to imply that their group is dominant and in control
No point in talking
Reiterating that talking or discussing something is pointless or unnecessary
We pull up no parking it
Arriving at a place and not stopping, indicating a fast or continuous movement
Uh
Expressing a pause or hesitation
Baby how you fit all that them jeans
Repeating the initial amazement at how well the person fits in their jeans
Money real long think height Yao Ming
Reiterating the comparison between their wealth and Yao Ming's height, emphasizing financial success
Got me walking out the chrome heart store
Repeating the experience of leaving a high-end clothing store called Chrome Heart
With a pair of all four
Repeating the act of leaving the store with a complete set or collection
Like Texas got a hold on me
Reiterating the feeling of captivation or influence, comparing it to the grip Texas has
If she in the street she ain't right for me
Repeatedly asserting that a person involved in questionable activities is not suitable for a relationship
Getting to that cheddar got me moving like a feind
Repeating the energetic drive to obtain money or success
Girl I know who you is
Repeatedly affirming knowledge of the person's true identity or character
Girl I know who you be
Continuing to assert knowledge of the person's true identity or character
Addicted to that life but that life ain't free
Repeating the acknowledgment of a dependence on a certain lifestyle, emphasizing its cost
Hopping out the bed cuz a check ain't free
Repeating the motivation to get out of bed due to the need to work and earn money
Hopping out the bed cuz her meal came free
Repeating the act of getting out of bed because someone else provided a free meal
Why she capping like I'm just another man in her sheets
Repeating the question of why the woman is pretending that he is not important
Damn
Repeating the expression of frustration or disappointment
No heartbeat
Repeating the metaphoric implication of emotional detachment or lack of romantic connection
No heart beat
Repeating the implication of emotional detachment or lack of romantic connection
No heartbeat
Repeating the metaphoric implication of emotional detachment or lack of romantic connection
No heartbeat
Repeating the metaphoric implication of emotional detachment or lack of romantic connection
Two piece on got me feeling like hutch
Wearing a two-piece suit or outfit that makes them feel like a stylish and confident person
It's the second bottle I ain't even lunch
Having already consumed a significant amount of alcohol, even though it is not yet time for lunch
Going for the sack but it's two hand touch
Putting in effort to achieve a significant gain, but being limited or restrained by certain rules or circumstances
Way I'm whipping that designer got me coming in clutch like
The skill or style in which they are driving a luxury vehicle is noteworthy or impressive
Go and take a walk for a minute
Suggesting taking a break or taking time to clear one's mind
I just wanna call my dog maybe talk for a minute
Expressing the desire to speak with a close friend and have a brief conversation
I was hopping out the bed feeling lost for a minute
Reiterating the feeling of confusion or disorientation upon getting out of bed
Like
Introducing a comparison or analogy
Like
Introducing a comparison or analogy
Like
Introducing a comparison or analogy
Baby how
Repeating the curiosity or admiration towards someone
Baby how you fit all that them jeans
Repeating the amazement at how well the person fits in their jeans
Money real long think height Yao Ming
Repeating the comparison between their wealth and Yao Ming's height, emphasizing financial success
Got me walking out the chrome heart store
Repeating the experience of leaving a high-end clothing store called Chrome Heart
With a pair of all four
Repeating the act of leaving the store with a complete set or collection
Like Texas got a hold on me
Reiterating the feeling of captivation or influence, comparing it to the grip Texas has
If she in the street she ain't right for me
Repeating the idea that a person involved in questionable activities is not suitable for a relationship
Getting to that cheddar got me moving like a feind
Repeating the energetic drive to obtain money or success
Girl I know who you is
Continuing to assert knowledge of the person's true identity or character
Girl I know who you be
Continuing to assert knowledge of the person's true identity or character
Addicted to that life but that life ain't free
Repeating the acknowledgment of a dependence on a certain lifestyle, emphasizing its cost
Hopping out the bed cuz a check ain't free
Repeating the motivation to get out of bed due to the need to work and earn money
Hopping out the bed cuz her meal came free
Repeating the act of getting out of bed because someone else provided a free meal
Why she capping like I'm just another man in her sheets
Repeating the question of why the woman is pretending that he is not important
Damn
Repeating the expression of frustration or disappointment
No heartbeat
Repeating the metaphoric implication of emotional detachment or lack of romantic connection
No heart beat
Repeating the implication of emotional detachment or lack of romantic connection
No heartbeat
Repeating the metaphoric implication of emotional detachment or lack of romantic connection
No heartbeat
Repeating the metaphoric implication of emotional detachment or lack of romantic connection
She move like no other
Emphasizing the person's unique or exceptional movements or behavior
I see her in color
Continuing to perceive the person vividly or with intensity, implying a strong connection
She can't give a penny
Reiterating that the person is not generous or unwilling to contribute financially
I went to go dub her
Repeating the attempt to ignore or reject the person in question
I put on
Repeating the act of getting dressed or preparing oneself
I put on
Repeating the act of getting dressed or preparing oneself
I ain't put a rubber
Repeating the statement of not using protection during sexual intercourse
I hit her and cut her
Repeating the act of having a sexual encounter with her and subsequently ending the connection
My boys hit the party and we got another
Repeating the idea of friends or acquaintances joining a social gathering and finding new potential partners
She turned to these streets
Continuing the reference to her involvement in street or urban culture
Lost all hope in cuffing
Reiterating the lack of belief in committing to a monogamous relationship
I gave her my heart
Repeating the metaphor of entrusting her with their love and affection
And she act like it's nothing
Continuing to express her indifferent or disregarding attitude towards their emotional investment
I step out the cadi
Repeating the act of exiting from a Cadillac car
Then gave her instruction
Repeating the act of providing her with directions or guidance
I can't cuff a thot
Reiterating the inability or refusal to commit to a promiscuous woman
And there ain't no discussion
Repeating the assertion that there is no room for debate or negotiation
Soon as you leave it's like trust don't mean nothing
Repeating the implication that trust is fragile and easily lost as soon as the person leaves
Bro got a cadi
Continuing the reference to their friend or brother who owns a Cadillac
She thought it was cullinan
Reiterating that she mistakenly thought the car was a Cullinan, a luxury Rolls-Royce model
Move like a hunter
Emphasizing the movement or behavior resembling that of a predatory hunter
She thought I was stunna man
Continuing the idea that she believed he was a flashy or flamboyant person
Hop out the bed
Repeating the act of getting out of bed energetically or quickly
In my dream I was fighting man
Reiterating the dream in which they were engaged in physical combat
Just to wake up and to see I been fighting man
Continuing to reflect on the feeling of constantly facing challenges or conflicts
Think about murder I see her another man
Repeating the thoughts of violence or extreme frustration upon seeing her with someone else
Gang like a army we built like the covenant
Continuing to compare their group or gang to an organized and disciplined military force
Huddle up huddle up
Repeating the act of getting the team or group together for a discussion or plan
Just like we running it
Continuing to refer to their group as a dominant force or being in absolute control
No point in talking
Reiterating that talking or discussing something is pointless or unnecessary
We pull up just parking it
Continuing to arrive at a place and stop by parking their vehicle
Huddle up huddle up
Repeating the act of getting the team or group together for a discussion or plan
Just like we running it
Continuing to imply that their group is dominant and in control
No point in talking
Reiterating that talking or discussing something is pointless or unnecessary
We pull up no parking it
Continuing to arrive at a place and not stop, indicating a fast or continuous movement
Uh
Repeating the expression of a pause or hesitation
Baby how you fit all that them jeans
Continuing the amazement at how well the person fits in their jeans
Money real long think height Yao Ming
Repeating the comparison between their wealth and Yao Ming's height, emphasizing financial success
Got me walking out the chrome heart store
Continuing the experience of leaving a high-end clothing store called Chrome Heart
With a pair of all four
Continuing the act of leaving the store with a complete set or collection
Like Texas got a hold on me
Continuing the feeling of captivation or influence, comparing it to the grip Texas has
If she in the street she ain't right for me
Repeating the idea that a person involved in questionable activities is not suitable for a relationship
Getting to that cheddar got me moving like a feind
Continuing the energetic drive to obtain money or success
Girl I know who you is
Continuing to assert knowledge of the person's true identity or character
Girl I know who you be
Continuing to assert knowledge of the person's true identity or character
Addicted to that life but that life ain't free
Repeating the acknowledgment of a dependence on a certain lifestyle, emphasizing its cost
Hopping out the bed cuz a check ain't free
Continuing the motivation to get out of bed due to the need to work and earn money
Hopping out the bed cuz her meal came free
Continuing the act of getting out of bed because someone else provided a free meal
Why she capping like I'm just another man in her sheets
Continuing the question of why the woman is pretending that he is not important
Damn
Repeating the expression of frustration or disappointment
No heartbeat
Repeating the metaphoric implication of emotional detachment or lack of romantic connection
No heart beat
Repeating the implication of emotional detachment or lack of romantic connection
No heartbeat
Repeating the metaphoric implication of emotional detachment or lack of romantic connection
No heartbeat
Repeating the metaphoric implication of emotional detachment or lack of romantic connection
Two piece on got me feeling like hutch
Continuing to feel like a stylish and confident person due to a two-piece outfit
It's the second bottle I ain't even lunch
Reiterating the consumption of a significant amount of alcohol, even though it is not yet time for lunch
Going for the sack but it's two hand touch
Repeating the act of aiming for a significant gain, even with certain limitations or restrictions
Way I'm whipping that designer got me coming in clutch like
Continuing to emphasize the skill or style in which they are driving a luxury vehicle
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Azul Blackbird
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Insane how one of the best tracks in his discography is also one of the least popular. This short tune is a burst of creative energy.