Chords, or Jens Resch, which is his real name, was born in 1978 in Sweden. He grew up in the realtively small town called Lund, where music became a growing interest at an early age. Being only 14 years old, he started to write his own lyrics as he listened to beats and came up with rhymes to match them. He socialized with people like the wellknown Swedish producer Mรฅns Asplund (Breakmecanix) and by the age of 16, Chords recorded his first songs in the studio.
He was only ten years old then, but was already being influenced and inspired by hiphopers like Run DMC. Nowdays, youโll most likely hear old soul classics, hiphop and reagge coming out of his stereo. His passion for music has always been present, although he has both worked and studied other things along the way. He even worked extra at Juju Records, the record label heโs now signed to.
Formely with the duo Chords & Scissors, Chords is now working solo, with guestperformers from wellknown Swedish hiphop artists like Timbuktu and LoopTroops Promoe. Chords 12โ single, โIdiot Savantโ was the first single from his debut album that came out in 2003, and the first release since being signed with Juju Records in 2001.
Chords was accepted to a university of journalism in the states. But instead, he chose a music career and an invitation to accompany Swedish hiphopers LoopTroop on their tour in 2001. Chords is certain of one thing,
He writes his lyrics in English because the words and rhymes come natural to him in English for some reason. Collaborations with Swedish rapper Organism 12, has resulted in some Swedish lyrics and they've even released an EP together as Smuts & Co.
Like most creative people, Chords strives for inspiration and says he has always written rhymes because it has felt good and not because he has been on the search for a record deal. But when Juju Records offered him one in 2001, he accepted. Chords has previously both recorded with Juju Records founder, hiphop artist Timbuktu, and received good reviews as the ultimate backup for Timbuktu and Dj Amato on tour.
In 2006 he released his debutalbum "The Garden Around The Mansion" in the US, trough Empire Musikwerks. He also went on a critically acclaimed tour with the reggae-group Helt Off which he is a part of.
Fire
Chords Lyrics
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To be someone I'm not
I don't really want to try
Just to get up on top
I don't really want to try
To be somebody else
Just take all those problems
Lay them out on a Shelf
Desire desire I feel like I'm on fire
Desire desire I just want to be feelin' higher
I feel like
I feel like
Like I'm on fire
I feel like
I feel like
Like I'm on fire
It's getting deeper under my skin
Let all of it out take all of it in
It's getting tangled up in my mind
If you look close enough you're gonna find
Desire desire I feel like I'm on fire
Desire desire I just want to be feelin' higher higher
Ah Ah
Desire Desire
So busy so busy tryin' to sound
Like somebody else like somebody else
So busy so busy I may have forgot
Forgotten myself forgotten myself
Desire desire I feel like I'm on fire
Desire, desire I just want to be feelin' higher
Desire desire I feel like I'm on fire
Desire desire I just want to be feelin' higher higher higher
The lyrics to Chords's song "Fire" convey a strong desire to stay true to oneself and avoid conforming to societal expectations. The singer expresses their reluctance to pretend to be someone they are not or strive to reach the top by compromising their authenticity. They reject the idea of trying to become like somebody else and instead choose to distance themselves from their problems by setting them aside, which can be symbolized by the action of placing them on a shelf.
The repeated chorus lines "Desire desire I feel like I'm on fire" emphasize the intense passion and longing the singer feels. The metaphorical fire represents their burning desire for something more, a desire to feel alive and fulfilled. They are yearning to experience an elevated state of being, yearning to feel higher, whether it is in terms of personal achievements, emotional satisfaction, or simply being in a heightened state of consciousness.
The verses delve into the internal turmoil that the singer is experiencing. They describe how their desires, represented as something deeper under their skin, are becoming tangled and entangled in their mind. This suggests a struggle to reconcile their aspirations with the complexities of their thoughts and emotions. The lyrics also imply that if others were to truly understand them and look closely enough, they would discover the extent of the singer's inner yearnings and struggles.
The bridge highlights the busy nature of the singer's life, as they try to imitate others instead of embracing their true self. They are preoccupied with sounding like somebody else, which has led them to forget about their own identity. The repetition of the word "forgotten" emphasizes the singer's detachment from their authentic self, implying a sense of longing to reconnect with their true essence.
In summary, the lyrics of "Fire" by Chords explore themes of self-acceptance and authenticity. The song conveys the desire to stay true to oneself instead of conforming to societal pressures and the longing to experience a higher level of fulfillment. It also reflects the singer's internal struggle as they navigate the complexities of their desires and the consequences of trying to be someone they are not. Ultimately, the lyrics suggest the need to rediscover and embrace their true self amidst the hustle and bustle of life.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't really want to try
I have a lack of interest in making an effort
To be someone I'm not
I don't want to pretend to be someone else
Just to get up on top
I don't want to succeed at any cost
To be somebody else
I don't want to change my identity
Just take all those problems
Instead, I would rather address and confront all those issues
Lay them out on a Shelf
And set them aside temporarily
Desire desire I feel like I'm on fire
My intense longing and passion make me feel exhilarated
Desire desire I just want to be feelin' higher
I simply want to experience a heightened sense of euphoria
I feel like
It seems to me that
Like I'm on fire
I have an intense burning sensation within me
It's getting deeper under my skin
This feeling is becoming more profound and embedded within me
Let all of it out take all of it in
I need to release and absorb all of these emotions
It's getting tangled up in my mind
These thoughts and feelings are becoming intertwined and complicated in my thoughts
If you look close enough you're gonna find
Upon closer inspection, you will discover
So busy so busy tryin' to sound
I have been overly occupied and preoccupied with trying to emulate
Like somebody else like somebody else
Being someone else, imitating their style or personality
So busy so busy I may have forgot
My busyness has caused me to potentially forget
Forgotten myself forgotten myself
About my own true identity and essence
Desire, desire I just want to be feelin' higher
My longing and craving are solely focused on attaining a greater sense of euphoria
Desire desire I feel like I'm on fire
My intense longing and passion make me feel exhilarated
Desire desire I just want to be feelin' higher higher higher
My only aspiration is to experience an even more heightened sense of euphoria
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