wheels
C.A.K.E. Lyrics
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As far as you're concerned this is a heart of steel
The secrets that I've learned, they just seem so unreal
The rocks we left unturned, it's like a ferris wheel
I wish I could tell you the truth
Of what we're supposed to do
Of who we're supposed to be
And when we're supposed to know
You're new to this and it shows
We're getting this show on the road
So just let the curtains close
Ever since you walked in
You walked in
Ever since you walked in
And I don't wanna talk about the way I feel
As far as you're concerned this is a heart of steel
The secrets that I've learned, they just seem so unreal
The rocks we left unturned, it's like a ferris wheel
I wish I could tell you the truth
The song "Wheels" by C.A.K.E. conveys an optimistic outlook on life and reflects on the artist's journey, both personal and professional. He speaks about how he has overcome various challenges and setbacks in life, and how he now has a newfound appreciation for the opportunities that have come his way. The lyrics convey a sense of gratitude and humility, as he thanks God for his blessings and prays for strength and patience.
The first verse of the song speaks of looking at life from a different perspective. The artist says that at times, all his problems fade away, and he can see everything from God's point of view. This shift in perspective is a reminder of the beauty of life and how it's essential to appreciate it. The second verse is about how the artist has overcome his past and has set himself on a new path. He speaks of leaving his old ways behind and trying to pursue new dreams, one step at a time. The chorus speaks of how far he has come and how he thanks God for everything.
Overall, "Wheels" is an inspiring song that reminds us that despite the challenges and setbacks, we should remain grateful for the journey and the opportunities that come our way, and never forget to thank the people who helped us get there.
Line by Line Meaning
And for one second all my problems
For a brief moment, all of my issues disappear.
Fade to gray like no one saw them
Everything becomes unclear, as though nobody noticed those problems.
I get a God's eye view on everything
I get an all-knowing perspective on everything.
Looking out my window pane
Observing the world from above.
Wheels up, put the seats back
Preparing for takeoff and relaxation.
Yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah, yeah-yeah, yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah
Vocals to evoke enthusiasm and excitement.
Some days I can't believe how far we made it
Expressing gratitude for how far life has come.
I thank God for the fans and pray for patience
Acknowledging the support given and hoping for more patience.
At twenty thousand feet, we climbing straight up
Literally describing the altitude of the flight.
Okay, I was told a long time ago
Stating a past advice given.
To let the drama go and go and find a goal
To release bad feelings and find a purpose.
Run for the edge like Geronimo
Taking risks like the famous Apache warrior.
Sky high, I fly, I'm vamonos
Flying as high as I can go with excitement.
All that was a lifetime ago
Reflecting on the journey that brought me here.
Nowadays I just gotta make time to go
Making a point to travel despite life's busyness.
Take my G's to Belize, now we all overseas
Bringing my closest associates to another country.
Man, look at what God be on
Noting the beauty and greatness of God's creations.
Lord, got me on, guide me home
Trusting in God's guidance.
When I die, I reside where I belong
Believing in an afterlife where I belong.
When I fly, I delight, the flight is long
Enjoying long-distance flights.
Give me time, clear my mind, and find my zone
Needing time to reflect and concentrate.
Yeah, introverted work, please do not disturb
Preferring solitary work.
I just need some time for me, uh
Just needing personal time.
Isolate and meditate and pray and wait
Spending time in peaceful, reflective practices.
And hope somebody pray for me
Hoping others will think of me in prayer.
Paint these pictures (pictures)
Creating scenery with imagination.
Bury my face in scripture (scripture)
Deeply studying religious texts.
Pray that my soul delivered
Hoping for spiritual liberation.
Fall on my knees, I know He hear me
Reaching out to God because of faith in his response.
I was on cruise control (cruise)
Referring to a period of stagnancy.
That's how you lose control (lose)
Losing direction.
And you gon' be what you pursue
You will be what you strive for.
I had to renew my goals
Finding new motivation through goal setting.
Listen, I done been through too much (too much)
Experiencing too many hardships.
Scared I'ma lose my touch (touch)
Being afraid of losing one's talents.
I'm tryna hold what I can't have (can't have)
Attempting to control the uncontrollable.
Lord God, please loosen up my grasp
Asking for help to let go.
I've been broken hearted, mind departed
Feeling emotionally and mentally torn down.
Stopped and started, lost my hope
Experiencing starting and stopping points and losing faith.
And lost my way
Feeling directionless.
I let my lusting bring destruction
Allowing desires to ruin what's good.
No discussion with the God who gave me grace
Neglecting the relationship with God.
5:46 in the morning, mind still turning
Having restless thoughts early in the day.
God had to bring me back
God helped restore my mental state.
I ain't even really wanna rap no more
Losing motivation to rap.
Wheels up with the seat back, let's go
Ready for takeoff.
Wow, people having dreams about me
Surprised by the attention received.
They was right, I was losing sight
Acknowledging past mistakes.
Then I clicked my heels and then He lift the wheels
Finding renewed strength through God.
And we above the clouds, there's no rain tonight
Enjoying clear skies.
And I'm finally seeing with a clear vision, I believe
Gaining clarity.
God is greater than all of this trouble that I see
Realizing God's power.
Trapped under the sea, I wait to see what swallowed me
Feeling stuck and pondering what caused that.
I'm finally free, yeah
Feeling liberated.
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Written by: Kiera Meeks
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CAKE - Wheels - Lyrics
[Verse 1]
In a wooden boat in the shipping lanes
With the freighters towering over me
I can hear the jets flying overhead
Making lines across the darkening sky
And when the sun is going down I can take a taxi into town
And the waiter at the restaurant sets a table just for one
[Chorus]
Wheels keep on spinning round spinning round spinning round
Wheels keep on spinning round spinning round and round
(Okay)
[Verse 2]
So I had a plane to take me to a place so far away from you
Eventually we began to see that we could be completely free
And I could get away from you
And you could get away from me
And we could live each separately in our cities in the sun
[Chorus]
Wheels keep on spinning round spinning round spinning round
Wheels keep on spinning round spinning round and round
(Okay, alright)
[Verse 3]
In a seedy karaoke bar
By the banks of the mighty Bosphorus
Is a Japanese man in a business suit singing 'Smoke Gets in Your Eyes'
And the muscular cyborg German dudes dance with sexy French Canadians
While the overweight Americans wear their patriotic jumpsuits
[Chorus]
Wheels keep on spinning round spinning round spinning round
Wheels keep on spinning round spinning round and round
Alright
This one, right
[Bridge]
(Spinning round)
Wheels keep on spinning round spinning round spinning round
(Spinning round)
Wheels keep on spinning round spinning round and round
[Outro]
(I don't know)
Why you say you are not in love with me
(I don't know)
Why you say you are not in love with me
(I don't know)
Why you say you [music stops] are not in love with me
@hothamwater7356
I've loved Cake the second they released their first album. I'm 41 now and they are still my favorite band
@user-ok4fp3kq8d
I think the end is while, so wheels spin while you say that?
@numby1679
This song only has 13k views? This band is wildly underrated in 2022 lmao
@user-ll9kg5so4y
It’s just us old fogies getting down with the good tunes these days. Gen z has no interest in anything other than rap.
@numby1679
@@user-ll9kg5so4y I'm 19 lmao
@harvey_weenstain8857
Very true
@Z4NDAA
@@user-ll9kg5so4y I’m a Gen Z kid, I much prefer this over rap. Heard my dad play it in the truck once and immediately went to add it to my playlists.
@cheangizzz
Cake slaps so hard. I only knew The Distance but they have so much more great stuff. Great basslines, trumpets (my personal favorite) and that vocal sound just FUСКS
@user-im3br1so8w
Love Cake. Such great music and under rated .
Never get tired of their lovely songs.😁
@_k_o_k_o_n_u_t_s_
CAKE - Wheels - Lyrics
[Verse 1]
In a wooden boat in the shipping lanes
With the freighters towering over me
I can hear the jets flying overhead
Making lines across the darkening sky
And when the sun is going down I can take a taxi into town
And the waiter at the restaurant sets a table just for one
[Chorus]
Wheels keep on spinning round spinning round spinning round
Wheels keep on spinning round spinning round and round
(Okay)
[Verse 2]
So I had a plane to take me to a place so far away from you
Eventually we began to see that we could be completely free
And I could get away from you
And you could get away from me
And we could live each separately in our cities in the sun
[Chorus]
Wheels keep on spinning round spinning round spinning round
Wheels keep on spinning round spinning round and round
(Okay, alright)
[Verse 3]
In a seedy karaoke bar
By the banks of the mighty Bosphorus
Is a Japanese man in a business suit singing 'Smoke Gets in Your Eyes'
And the muscular cyborg German dudes dance with sexy French Canadians
While the overweight Americans wear their patriotic jumpsuits
[Chorus]
Wheels keep on spinning round spinning round spinning round
Wheels keep on spinning round spinning round and round
Alright
This one, right
[Bridge]
(Spinning round)
Wheels keep on spinning round spinning round spinning round
(Spinning round)
Wheels keep on spinning round spinning round and round
[Outro]
(I don't know)
Why you say you are not in love with me
(I don't know)
Why you say you are not in love with me
(I don't know)
Why you say you [music stops] are not in love with me