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Under this device C/4 preferably blows away unsuspecting festival-visitors, with an explosive mix of hiphop, metal and turntable scratches. Swinging basslines, deep, grooving guitar riffs and a crossfire of rhymes drive the audience to insanity. C/4 won’t be satisfied until the most timid person is changed into a wild-bouncing lunatic…
With a place in the ‘Dutch Grand Price for Bands’ finals (1996) and praising reviews in the national press, C/4 made a name for itself in the dutch music scene. The infectious, heavy, but swinging crossover will certainly make your head bop and your feet move. The energetic performance on stage is a guarantee for an exciting show. Because of this, C/4 opened for bands of kindred spirit, like Urban Dance Squad, Osdorp Posse, Heideroosjes and VanKatoen.
Raps faster then lightning, put over a grooving base of drums, guitar, bass and scratches has been the trademark of this Arnhem crossover-collective for more than 10 years. In spite of several replacements of band members C/4 is stronger than ever.
C/4 played a.o.: Melkweg / Amsterdam, Eurosonic / Groningen, Keifestival / Lichtenvoorde, Gigant / Apeldoorn, Dinxpop / Dinxperlo, Vierdaagse Feesten / Nijmegen, Appelpop / Tiel, Paaspop / Ziewent, Arnhem Open Festival / Arnhem, Bommelpop / Zaltbommel, Fat Jam / Aarle Rixtel, BMX Worlds / Eindhoven, Unitas / Wageningen, Willemeen / Arnhem, Herrie Festival / Heerde, Merleyn / Nijmegen, Tuinfeest Elektra / Sliedrecht, Bleekpop / Doetinchem, Arnhem voor Azi.. and many more...
The Collective
C/4 Lyrics
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They don't know what I'm talkin' 'bout
When I'm tryna get through to you
Yeah these niggas hatin' babe, but it ain't nothin' new
I'm sorry for my tone, I don't mean to be rude
Uh, uh, this is the part where the song start
Pullin' up with a broken heart
I don't know where I'ma go now
Will I go up or will I go down?
I ain't got time for playin' around
Tryin' so hard to come up with the sound
How you gon' do me like this?
How you gon' do me like that?
That's what she gonna say
Babe come run my way
How you finna come around and do me like this?
How you finna come around and do me like that?
I was just tryna find where you was at
I used to think we could be like that, yeah
I was tryna be that man, yeah
Told you just give me a minute
I'm just tryna get with it
I know I'm not right, I admit it, admit it
I know I'm not right, I admit it, admit it
Yeah, uh huh
Hopin' with this song that we get it, it's the right one
Cookin' up these tracks, is it this one or that one?
I don't really know but I hope it's all in God's plan
She look at me for the answers, I'm not that man
Hopin' with this song that we get it, it's the right one
Cookin' up these tracks, is it this one or that one?
I don't really know but I hope it's all in God's plan
She look at me for the answers, I'm not that man
Got me feelin' some type of way
I'm just tryna find my hideaway
Just lookin' for them better days
Baby girl, is you serious?
You said that there's no us
Nah
That's that shit that really gets to me
I ain't even know how to be
I ain't even got the words to speak
No, no, no
But I guess I gotta keep goin'
Guess I gotta keep flowin'
Guess I gotta keep shinin'
It's all in the timing, yeah, yeah
With this music shit, yeah I'm passionate
I ain't give a fuck if you ain't havin' it
Cause niggas ain't get no love
Just tryna keep my head above the waves
Yeah, yeah, the waves
Hopin' with this song that we get it, it's the right one
Cookin' up these tracks, is it this one or that one?
I don't really know but I hope it's all in God's plan
She look at me for the answers, I'm not that man
Hopin' with this song that we get it, it's the right one
Cookin' up these tracks, is it this one or that one?
I don't really know but I hope it's all in God's plan
She look at me for the answers, I'm not that man
We in a league of our own, lookin' for better days
Hangin' with compadres, tryna savor these better days
Tryin' to make it, it's unclear if we will
But if we don't, then we still gon' move up, for real
Munchin' Biscoff in my plane seat
Starin' out the window
She's worried that I like her but she's barely even a friend though
I'm holdin' onto my mental
I can't even lie, it's myself that holds me back
But my brother taught me that
You can't stop till you get enough, yo shoutout Michael Jack
I hope to make my dad proud
He's the one I'm livin' for
Can't forget my brother, my sister, mom, or my grandma though
Hopin' with this song that we get it, it's the right one
Cookin' up these tracks, is it this one or that one?
I don't really know but I hope it's all in God's plan
She look at me for the answers, I'm not that man
Hopin' with this song that we get it, it's the right one
Cookin' up these tracks, is it this one or that one?
I don't really know but I hope it's all in God's plan
She look at me for the answers, I'm not that man
I can't do this on my own
But I've been feelin' on my own
And I don't know where I'ma go
No...
The lyrics of C/4's song The Collective convey the artist's personal struggles and uncertain emotions regarding love, success, and self-identity. The song begins with a desire to communicate with someone, but the other person doesn't understand. The artist acknowledges the haters in his life but remains apologetic for his tone. The song then moves towards the artist's reflection on his condition, being heartbroken and not knowing where he's headed. He questions whether he'll go up or down and if the time spent creating music will pay off. Despite this uncertainty, he remains determined to find the right track that will lead him to success.
The artist seems to question those who have hurt him, asking how they could do him wrong. He states that he was hoping to find his significant other and be the man she was looking for. However, he admits that he isn't perfect and is willing to develop to become the man he aspires to be. Furthermore, he addresses his passion for music and the fear of not being accepted. Despite the uncertainties, he's determined to keep going and not stop until he reaches his goals.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, that's what I'm tryna do
I am attempting to make a musical breakthrough.
They don't know what I'm talkin' 'bout
Listeners may not fully understand my message.
When I'm tryna get through to you
I am trying to connect with my audience emotionally.
Yeah these niggas hatin' babe, but it ain't nothin' new
I have critics and trolls, but I'm used to it.
I'm sorry for my tone, I don't mean to be rude
My tone may come off as dismissive, but I don't intend to be impolite.
Uh, uh, this is the part where the song start
The introduction is done, and the actual song is starting now.
Pullin' up with a broken heart
I am feeling emotionally vulnerable.
I don't know where I'ma go now
I am unsure of what's next for me.
I guess I'm the one that's the fool now
I may have made a mistake, and now I'm paying the price.
Will I go up or will I go down?
My future is uncertain, and I wonder if I'll be successful or not.
I ain't got time for playin' around
I am focused on my music career, and don't have time for distractions.
Tryin' so hard to come up with the sound
I am working tirelessly to create a unique sound for myself.
How you gon' do me like this?
Why would you treat me this way?
How you gon' do me like that?
Why would you disrespect me like that?
That's what she gonna say
These are the words she will use to hurt me.
Babe come run my way
Please come back to me.
How you finna come around and do me like this?
Why did you choose to betray me?
How you finna come around and do me like that?
Why did you treat me poorly?
I was just tryna find where you was at
I was attempting to locate you.
I used to think we could be like that, yeah
I believed we had a strong connection once.
I was tryna be that man, yeah
I was trying to be the man that you deserved.
Told you just give me a minute
I pleaded for more time to fix things.
I'm just tryna get with it
I am trying to get on the right path.
I know I'm not right, I admit it, admit it
I acknowledge that I have flaws and may have made mistakes.
Yeah, uh huh
I agree with what was just said or suggested.
Hopin' with this song that we get it, it's the right one
I hope that this song resonates with listeners and connects with them.
Cookin' up these tracks, is it this one or that one?
I am creating multiple songs, and unsure which one will be successful.
I don't really know but I hope it's all in God's plan
I am uncertain of what will happen, but I trust in a higher power.
She look at me for the answers, I'm not that man
I am not the one to solve all of her problems or questions.
Got me feelin' some type of way
I'm experiencing a range of emotions right now.
I'm just tryna find my hideaway
I am searching for a place to escape and clear my mind.
Just lookin' for them better days
I am hopeful that my future will be brighter.
Baby girl, is you serious?
Are you being honest with me?
You said that there's no us
You told me that our relationship is over.
Nah
I disagree with your statement.
That's that shit that really gets to me
This hurts me deeply.
I ain't even know how to be
I am lost and don't know how to move forward.
I ain't even got the words to speak
I don't have the right words or thoughts at the moment.
But I guess I gotta keep goin'
I need to continue to push forward, even in tough times.
Guess I gotta keep flowin'
I need to keep creating music and expressing myself.
Guess I gotta keep shinin'
I need to continue to showcase my talent and potential.
It's all in the timing, yeah, yeah
Success depends on the right timing and opportunities.
With this music shit, yeah I'm passionate
I am extremely dedicated to my music career.
I ain't give a fuck if you ain't havin' it
I don't care if some people don't like or understand my music.
Cause niggas ain't get no love
Some people don't support or appreciate my work.
Just tryna keep my head above the waves
I am trying to survive and overcome obstacles.
We in a league of our own, lookin' for better days
I am part of a special group of musicians, and hoping for a brighter future.
Hangin' with compadres, tryna savor these better days
I am spending time with my friends and enjoying good moments.
Tryin' to make it, it's unclear if we will
I am striving for success, but it's uncertain if it will happen.
But if we don't, then we still gon' move up, for real
Even if we don't achieve our desired level of success, we will still make progress.
Munchin' Biscoff in my plane seat
I am eating Biscoff cookies while flying.
Starin' out the window
I am looking out of the airplane window, lost in thought.
She's worried that I like her but she's barely even a friend though
She is concerned that I may have romantic feelings for her, but we aren't that close yet.
I'm holdin' onto my mental
I am trying to protect my mental health and stay stable.
I can't even lie, it's myself that holds me back
I am aware that I am my own obstacle and may be hindering my own progress.
But my brother taught me that
My brother has given me valuable advice and support.
You can't stop till you get enough, yo shoutout Michael Jack
Michael Jackson's music and legacy inspires and motivates me.
I hope to make my dad proud
I want to succeed in a way that honors and impresses my father.
He's the one I'm livin' for
My dad's approval and love are important to me.
Can't forget my brother, my sister, mom, or my grandma though
My family is always on my mind and I am grateful for their support.
I can't do this on my own
I need help and support to succeed in my music career.
But I've been feelin' on my own
I am sometimes overwhelmed or isolated in my music journey.
And I don't know where I'ma go
My future is uncertain, and I don't know what will happen next.
No...
I am feeling sad or discouraged at this moment.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Damian Gomez, Ezekiel Guzman
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