In 2007, Chipmunk released his third mixtape League of My Own on Alwayz Recordings, which utilized Wiley's little black book of producers, including Bless Beats, Maniac, Balistiyx, Danny Weed, D'Va, Swindle, and Skeams. In 2008 he reaped the rewards of constant touring and promotion, as he won the Best Newcomer Award at the Urban Music and MOBO award ceremonies. People stateside started taking notice as well, when he was nominated for best new rapper at the BET Awards. Just after Chipmunk's 18th birthday, he signed to Sony Columbia, and started moving away from grime into mainstream hip-hop. While striving for the ultimate "banging hook," he teamed up with Ironik for a big-beated remake of Elton John's "Tiny Dancer," complete with backing vocals by Sir Elton himself. In May of 2009, as he put the finishing touches on his debut full-length, Chipmunk released the promo single Chip Diddy Chip and the song reached 21 on the U.K. charts. Adding to the hype, in June, he made his fourth mixtape, Guess Who, available for free by download just a few weeks before his first official album, Diamond Rings, hit the shelves, in early July.
(2)Chip is an American soul vocalist of Stax.
Skeletons
Chip Lyrics
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One day you'll be somebody's parent (oh, oh, oh)
When you love yourself, I'll respect it (oh, oh, oh)
Yeah, I'ma teach you what love and respect is
My auntie told me I'm carryin' walkin' zombies
From the females I lay on me
All the times when I could not sleep
You wouldn't want anybody like me, girl
Wish I could delete your past (oh, oh, oh)
I really wish I could delete your past (oh, oh, oh)
Wishin' that you never lied when I asked (oh, oh, oh)
But it's nothin' that I wouldn't put past
How many guys have you slept with? (Oh, oh, oh)
Slow down, you're somebody's parent (oh, oh, oh)
When you love yourself, I'll respect it (oh, oh, oh)
Yeah, I'ma teach you what love and respect is
How many guys have you slept with? (Oh, oh, oh)
How many didn't use protection? (Oh, oh, oh)
You lie to my face, why so selfish? (Oh, oh, oh)
Tryna teach you what love and respect is
Mummy say I need to slow down (down)
It's kinda hard, mum, this generation's wild (mm-hmm-hmm)
Look how beautiful your grandkids look
But not one of them are mine, come shook (come shook)
I wish I could delete my past, Lord knows (oh, oh, oh)
I really wish I could delete my past (oh, oh, oh)
At least I never lied when you asked (oh, oh, oh)
Really wish we met each other in the past
How many girls have I slept with? (Oh, oh, oh)
One day I'll be somebody's parent (oh, oh, oh)
When I love myself, we'll be selfless (oh, oh, oh)
Yeah, then we'll know what love and respect is
How many girls have I slept with? (Oh, oh, oh)
Wishin' I hadn't used protection, oh, oh (oh, oh, oh)
I won't lie to your face, I'm not selfish (oh, oh, oh)
Tryna teach you what love and respect is
In "Skeletons" by Chip, the lyrics delve into themes of love, self-reflection, and personal growth. The song begins with a question about the singer's sexual history and then shifts to a realization that one day they will become a parent themselves. This prompts them to consider the importance of self-love and respect in relationships. Chip expresses his willingness to teach his partner what love and respect truly mean, highlighting the importance of these values.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of carrying emotional baggage from past experiences. The reference to "walkin' zombies" suggests that the singer feels burdened by the negative impact of their previous relationships on their current one. Chip desires to erase his partner's past and wishes they had never lied, indicating a longing for honesty and a fresh start.
The song also addresses the paradoxical nature of modern relationships. Chip's mother advises him to slow down and warns him about the complexities of this generation. Despite these warnings, the chorus emphasizes the beauty of his future children while acknowledging that none of them belong to him. This further reinforces the idea that the singer is navigating the challenges of relationships in a chaotic and fast-paced world.
Overall, "Skeletons" suggests a desire for self-improvement, honest communication, and the importance of learning from past mistakes in order to foster healthy and respectful relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
How many girls have you slept with? (Oh, oh, oh)
I'm curious about your sexual history, how many women have you been intimate with?
One day you'll be somebody's parent (oh, oh, oh)
In the future, you will become a parent and have the responsibility of raising a child.
When you love yourself, I'll respect it (oh, oh, oh)
I will show respect for you when you have self-love and confidence.
Yeah, I'ma teach you what love and respect is
I will educate and guide you in understanding the true meaning of love and respect.
My auntie told me I'm carryin' walkin' zombies
My aunt warned me that the women I have been involved with are emotionally detached and damaging.
From the females I lay on me
From the women that I have been intimate with.
All the times when I could not sleep
All the nights when I couldn't find peace and rest due to my actions.
And if you're anythin' like me, girl (hmm-hmm)
If you are similar to me in any way, my dear.
You wouldn't want anybody like me, girl
You wouldn't desire a person with my qualities and past experiences.
Wish I could delete your past (oh, oh, oh)
I wish I had the power to erase the mistakes and regrets from your history.
Wishin' that you never lied when I asked (oh, oh, oh)
I wish you had been honest when I questioned you.
But it's nothin' that I wouldn't put past
However, I am not completely surprised or shocked by your dishonesty.
How many guys have you slept with? (Oh, oh, oh)
I'm curious about your sexual history, how many men have you been intimate with?
Slow down, you're somebody's parent (oh, oh, oh)
You should be more cautious and responsible, considering you are a parent.
When you love yourself, I'll respect it (oh, oh, oh)
I will show respect for you when you have self-love and confidence.
Yeah, I'ma teach you what love and respect is
I will educate and guide you in understanding the true meaning of love and respect.
How many guys have you slept with? (Oh, oh, oh)
I'm curious about your sexual history, how many men have you been intimate with?
How many didn't use protection? (Oh, oh, oh)
How many times did you have unprotected sex?
You lie to my face, why so selfish? (Oh, oh, oh)
Why do you choose to deceive me directly? It reflects selfishness.
Tryna teach you what love and respect is
I am attempting to educate and show you the true meaning of love and respect.
Mummy say I need to slow down (down)
My mother advises me to calm down and take things at a slower pace.
It's kinda hard, mum, this generation's wild (mm-hmm-hmm)
It's difficult, Mom, because today's generation is unpredictable and impulsive.
Look how beautiful your grandkids look
Just see how wonderful your grandchildren appear.
But not one of them are mine, come shook (come shook)
However, none of them are my biological children, which surprises and troubles me.
I wish I could delete my past, Lord knows (oh, oh, oh)
I desperately desire to erase my past mistakes, and only God truly understands this.
At least I never lied when you asked (oh, oh, oh)
I can reassure you that I have always been honest whenever you questioned me.
Really wish we met each other in the past
I truly wish our paths crossed in a time before our respective pasts had such an impact.
How many girls have I slept with? (Oh, oh, oh)
I'm reflecting on my past sexual encounters with women, questioning the number.
One day I'll be somebody's parent (oh, oh, oh)
In the future, I will have the responsibility of being a parent to someone.
When I love myself, we'll be selfless (oh, oh, oh)
Once I have genuine self-love, our relationship will become selfless and truly giving.
Yeah, then we'll know what love and respect is
At that point, both of us will truly understand and experience the meaning of love and respect.
How many girls have I slept with? (Oh, oh, oh)
I'm reflecting on my past sexual encounters with women, questioning the number.
Wishin' I hadn't used protection, oh, oh (oh, oh, oh)
Regretting the times I engaged in sexual activity without using protection.
I won't lie to your face, I'm not selfish (oh, oh, oh)
I promise to always be honest with you and not act in a selfish manner.
Tryna teach you what love and respect is
I am attempting to educate and show you the true meaning of love and respect.
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Written by: Jahmaal Noel Fyffe, Parker Ighile
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