Now based in LA, he has gained credits from brands like HotNewHipHop and Complex who have said “Che’s talent for infectious melodies and relatable lyrics could put Boston on the map”. Having performed at The Fonda Theatre with Soulection his previous project Buries back in 2017 was also released through Soulection and features one of his most prominent tracks 2 am.
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Che Ecru Lyrics
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Told you he's a lame but you think that I'm lying
So I had to do what I did, even if it hurt
But thats another story that I can't put in words, no, no, no
I don't usually do this but you make me stare
But not enough for me to call you out the air
And be like what you doin' right now?
What you doin right now?
He a broke boy
He don't wanna take you out no more
What a joke boy
Im about to go and take control
He don't know what to do
He don't know what to do
He don't know what you want
You can't even front, always gotta tell him what to do
So Mami raise your standards, please
Watching you with him is such a tease
No, no, no, no, no I'm so fed up
I can't walk with my head up
Baby hit me when you're done
When you're done
When you're done
Girl I feel your vibe and I like the way you talk to me
I just need to slide in, and you know just what I mean
Love when I'm inside it, conversation gets so deep
Oh baby take a ride, yeah
Hit me up when you done with playing
Girl I feel your vibe and I like the way you talk to me
I just need to slide in, and you know just what I mean
Love when I'm inside it, conversation gets so deep
Oh baby take a ride, yeah
Hit me up when you done with playing
The lyrics to Che Ecru's "Play" describe a situation in which the singer is interested in a girl who is still involved with her ex-boyfriend. Despite the fact that the singer has warned the girl about her ex's behavior, she continues to spend time with him. The singer becomes frustrated and admits that he had to take drastic action, even if it caused him pain. However, he is still interested in the girl and finds her attractive, though not enough for him to publicly call her out on her actions.
The chorus of the song repeats the sentiment that the girl should raise her standards and stop wasting her time with her ex-boyfriend. The singer encourages her to realize that she deserves better and should not settle for someone who cannot treat her properly. He claims that he is ready to take control of the situation and give her what she wants and needs. The final lines of the song are an invitation for the girl to contact him when she is ready to stop playing games and move on from her ex.
Overall, the lyrics to "Play" convey a sense of frustration and impatience, as the singer realizes that the girl he desires is still entangled in a toxic situation. However, he is also confident in his ability to provide her with what she needs and is willing to wait for her to be ready.
Line by Line Meaning
You still messin' with him, wasting all yo time
You're still involved with that guy who's a waste of your time.
Told you he's a lame but you think that I'm lying
I warned you that he's no good, but you don't believe me.
So I had to do what I did, even if it hurt
I had to take action, even though it was painful.
But thats another story that I can't put in words, no, no, no
I can't explain what happened, but it's a long and complicated story.
I don't usually do this but you make me stare
You're so attractive that I can't help but look at you.
But not enough for me to call you out the air
I'm not confident enough to confront you directly.
And be like what you doin' right now?
I want to know what you're doing right now.
Talking to your ex, oh? Tell his ass to pipe down
You're talking to your ex and I think he needs to be quiet.
He a broke boy
He's financially unstable.
He don't wanna take you out no more
He's not willing to take you out anymore.
What a joke boy
He's a complete joke.
Im about to go and take control
I'm going to take charge of the situation.
He don't know what to do
He's clueless about what to do.
He don't know what you want
He doesn't understand your needs and desires.
You can't even front, always gotta tell him what to do
You have to direct him all the time, you can't pretend otherwise.
So Mami raise your standards, please
I think you should raise your standards for yourself.
Watching you with him is such a tease
Seeing you with him is frustrating.
No, no, no, no, no I'm so fed up
I'm extremely frustrated.
I can't walk with my head up
I can't project confidence at the moment.
Baby hit me when you're done
Let me know when you're finished with whatever you're doing.
Girl I feel your vibe and I like the way you talk to me
I enjoy the way you communicate with me.
I just need to slide in, and you know just what I mean
I want to get more involved with you and you understand what I'm saying.
Love when I'm inside it, conversation gets so deep
When we're intimate, our conversations become deep and meaningful.
Oh baby take a ride, yeah
Let's spend some time together.
Hit me up when you done with playing
Let me know when you're finished messing around.
Writer(s): michee lebrun
Contributed by Kaitlyn G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.