High Rise
Cadence Weapon Lyrics
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And all day, you search around
Get on your feet and off the ground
Let's move into a high rise
The city live will drive you mad
I've seen it happen, it's so sad
Just log out, stop checking ads
And move into a high rise
Who needs community?
Not me and you or you and me
Swimming pools all in our suite
Beats the view on college street
Who needs these shops and schools?
Not you and me or me and you
Baby girl, you know it's true
We're moving to a high rise
Moving to a high rise, high rise
Moving to a high rise, high rise
Let's move into a high rise, high rise
Moving to a high rise, high rise
Hundred thousand, over-asking
Home destruction, no compassion
Call your M.P
No reaction, disrespected
Looking glass, misdirected
More construction
More consumption, mass defection
Soul disrupted, disconnected
Cast reduction
Ask them why, get interrupted
More distractions, low production
More corruption
Priced out, lights out, great heights, low view
White flight
Trying times, highly dense, private lives
Rising rent, open house
Bidding war, working, poor
Massive debt, family loan, no re-stressed
Gentral fire take me higher
Show me through the witches fire
Who needs community?
Not me and you or you and me
Swimming pools all in our suite
Beats the view on college street
Who needs these shops and schools?
Not you and me or me and you
Baby girl, you know it's true
We're moving to a high rise
Moving to a high rise, high rise
Moving to a high rise, high rise
Let's move into a high rise, high rise
Moving to a high rise, high rise
City life can be so grim
It's so hard to see your friends
Weekends spent inside the gym
The one that's in our high rise
Waking up and seeing clouds
Wolves that need to be housed crowd
And get over the underground
Come see us in our high rise
Moving to a high rise, high rise
Moving to a high rise, high rise
Let's move into a high rise, high rise
Moving to a high rise, high rise
The lyrics of Cadence Weapon's song "High Rise" depict the desire to escape the negativity and constraints of city life by moving into a high-rise building. The first verse acknowledges the challenges and pressures of urban living, encouraging individuals to break free from the monotony and explore a different lifestyle. The repeated phrase "move into a high rise" serves as the central theme, emphasizing the escape and new possibilities that come with this literal and metaphorical change.
The second verse presents a critique of the illusion of community and the materialistic nature of modern society. The luxurious amenities and convenience offered by high-rise living are contrasted with the superficiality and lack of genuine connection found in traditional neighborhoods. The lyrics suggest that moving to a high-rise offers a better alternative, creating a sense of exclusivity and luxury that surpasses the appeal of regular city living.
The third verse delves into the negative consequences of urban development, with rapid construction leading to displacement, rising costs, and social disconnection. The lyrics call out the lack of concern from those in power, highlighting issues of inequality and indifference in society. The phrase "try times, highly dense, private lives" reflects the isolation and struggles faced by individuals living in densely populated urban areas.
The final verse reinforces the desire for escape and the longing for a different lifestyle. The lyrics acknowledge the limitations of city life, where opportunities to connect with others can be limited, leading to a sense of loneliness and longing for something more. The high-rise is presented as a symbol of hope and a chance to rise above the challenges and constraints of city living.
Overall, "High Rise" explores the desire for a different, more fulfilling way of life, highlighting the drawbacks of urban living while offering the high-rise as a potential solution. The song suggests that moving to a high-rise represents a break from the norm, offering a sense of exclusivity, luxury, and the potential for personal liberation.
Line by Line Meaning
When the city life has got you down
When the hustle and bustle of city living brings you down
And all day, you search around
And all day, you search for something better
Get on your feet and off the ground
Take action and elevate yourself
Let's move into a high rise
Let's move into a tall building
The city life will drive you mad
The city lifestyle can drive you insane
I've seen it happen, it's so sad
I've witnessed it before, and it's truly sorrowful
Just log out, stop checking ads
Disconnect from the online world and stop obsessing over advertisements
And move into a high rise
And move into a tall building
Who needs community?
Who needs a sense of belonging?
Not me and you or you and me
Not us, or anyone else for that matter
Swimming pools all in our suite
Having swimming pools within our living space
Beats the view on college street
It's better than the view on a regular street
Who needs these shops and schools?
Who needs the convenience of shops and schools?
Not you and me or me and you
Not us, or anyone else for that matter
Baby girl, you know it's true
Darling, you know it's the truth
We're moving to a high rise
We're moving to a tall building
Hundred thousand, over-asking
Prices going over a hundred thousand through bidding
Home destruction, no compassion
Destroying homes without showing any empathy
Call your M.P
Contact your Member of Parliament
No reaction, disrespected
No response, feeling disrespected
Looking glass, misdirected
Confused and led astray
More construction
More building projects
More consumption, mass defection
More materialism, causing a mass exodus
Soul disrupted, disconnected
The soul is disturbed and disconnected
Cast reduction
The reduction of social class diversity
Ask them why, get interrupted
Question them about the reasons and be interrupted
More distractions, low production
More distractions leading to low productivity
More corruption
More instances of corruption
Priced out, lights out, great heights, low view
Being unable to afford, experiencing power outages, living in tall buildings with a mediocre view
White flight
The phenomenon of white population leaving urban areas
Trying times, highly dense, private lives
Challenging times, living in crowded spaces, isolating ourselves from others
Rising rent, open house
Increasing rent, having a high demand for housing
Bidding war, working poor
Competing in a bidding war, being part of the working class struggling financially
Massive debt, family loan, no restressed
Enormous debt, relying on family loans, feeling overwhelmed
Gentral fire take me higher
A central fire that elevates me
Show me through the witches fire
Guide me through the hardships using a metaphorical fire
City life can be so grim
Urban life can be so depressing
It's so hard to see your friends
It's difficult to spend time with your friends
Weekends spent inside the gym
Weekends wasted inside the gym
The one that's in our high rise
The gym that's located in our tall building
Waking up and seeing clouds
Waking up to a cloudy view
Wolves that need to be housed crowd
People in need of shelter gathering
And get over the underground
And move past the problems beneath the surface
Come see us in our high rise
Come visit us in our tall building
Moving to a high rise, high rise
Relocating to a tall building, a high-rise
Moving to a high rise, high rise
Relocating to a tall building, a high-rise
Let's move into a high rise, high rise
Let's move into a tall building, a high-rise
Moving to a high rise, high rise
Relocating to a tall building, a high-rise
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Roland Pemberton
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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