1) Cujo was the first pro… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists with this name.
1) Cujo was the first project of Amon Tobin, before he signed to Ninja Tune and started going by his own name. Cujo was scrapped after Adventures In Foam, which was released September 1996.
Adventures In Foam was re-released by NinjaTune in 2002 as a two-disc version containing a half-dozen previously unheard tracks. Their press release stated this was because Shadow Records had "been circulating a version of the record with a changed tracklist, different (and unapproved) cover art and mis-titled tracks".
2) A rock band signed to Nortee Records with popular songs such as "Leave Me Here Alone".
A Vida
Cujo Lyrics
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Living la vida loca
I know i missed your call too busy not giving a fuck at all
I know how it feel to not be invited or involved
Instead of crying and complaining i adapted and evolved
Jail cell might see my name you read the writings on the walls
Three hots and a cot we learned different ways not to get caught
Met a good girl her love felt like ointment on my scars
Living la vida loca is the reason I'm never sober
Why that boy talk like a gangsta but he walk just like the rollas
I don't understand his motive
Damn these streets be the coldest
From saving pennys and quarters
Was on the internet serving now owners of brick and mortors
Don't give up is what they told us
Living la vida loca
Living la vida loca
Living la vida loca
Living the crazy life
Wanted me home but I was gone my mama tried to raise me right
Hard to sleep at night i got a gun my girl keep a knife you better speak polite
Exposed to gangsta shit round the same time i learned to read and write
California living the home of beaches and bridges
Good weed and Perfect weather that rarely reach triple digits
All i hear sirens and gunshots when I'm in the riches
I'm making phone calls making sure it ain't one of my niggas
Living la vida loca
Living la vida loca
Living la vida loca
The song "A Vida" by Cujo (A.K.A. Amon Tobin) is an introspective look at the artist's life living "la vida loca," or the crazy life, as he reflects on his past, present, and future. He starts by acknowledging that he missed someone's call and was too busy living his own life to care. He knows how it feels to be left out but instead of wallowing in self-pity, he adapted and evolved. He recognizes that his actions could have landed him in jail, but he learned to avoid getting caught. Despite this, he has found love with a good girl who offers comfort for his emotional scars. Living the crazy life is what keeps him from being sober, and he's accepted that it's just how he is.
The second verse talks about his upbringing in California, a place known for its beaches and perfect weather, but also its gun violence and police sirens. He's grown up around gang culture and knows how to protect himself and his loved ones from danger. It's a way of life that he's familiar with and accepts, but he still worries about his friends and ensures that they remain safe. The chorus repeats the phrase "living la vida loca" as a statement of fact and not something to be ashamed of.
Overall, the song is about accepting one's life and the choices they've made without regret. Cujo acknowledges his past mistakes but doesn't dwell on them. He's found love and comfort amidst the chaos of living in a dangerous environment. The song has a melancholy tone to it, but it's not a sad song necessarily. It's more of a reflection on life as it is, not as what it should be.
Line by Line Meaning
Living la vida loca
Living a wild and crazy life.
Living la vida loca
Living a wild and crazy life.
I know i missed your call too busy not giving a fuck at all
I was too busy living my wild life to care about your phone call.
I know how it feel to not be invited or involved
I've been left out before and know how it feels.
Instead of crying and complaining i adapted and evolved
I didn't let it get me down, I adjusted and got better.
Jail cell might see my name you read the writings on the walls
I've been in trouble with the law before and my name might be written on prison walls.
Three hots and a cot we learned different ways not to get caught
I've been in jail before and learned how to avoid getting caught again.
Met a good girl her love felt like ointment on my scars
I found a good woman who helped heal my emotional wounds.
My old bitch see me living large she want to key my cars
My ex-girlfriend is jealous of my success and wants to do something harmful to my belongings.
Living la vida loca is the reason I'm never sober
My wild life is the reason I'm always under the influence.
Why that boy talk like a gangsta but he walk just like the rollas
I don't understand why this person talks like a gangster but doesn't act like one.
I don't understand his motive
I'm confused about this person's intentions.
Damn these streets be the coldest
These streets can be rough and unforgiving.
From saving pennys and quarters
I started with very little money.
Was on the internet serving now owners of brick and mortors
I used to sell things online and now own my own business.
Don't give up is what they told us
People told me to keep going and not give up.
Living la vida loca
Living a wild and crazy life.
Living la vida loca
Living a wild and crazy life.
Living la vida loca
Living a wild and crazy life.
Wanted me home but I was gone my mama tried to raise me right
My mom wanted me to be home more, but she raised me to be a good person.
Hard to sleep at night i got a gun my girl keep a knife you better speak polite
It's hard to sleep at night and we keep weapons for protection.
Exposed to gangsta shit round the same time i learned to read and write
I was exposed to dangerous situations at a young age.
California living the home of beaches and bridges
I live in California, where there are beautiful beaches and bridges.
Good weed and Perfect weather that rarely reach triple digits
The weather is great and the marijuana is good.
All i hear sirens and gunshots when I'm in the riches
Even though I'm successful now, I still hear sirens and gunshots.
I'm making phone calls making sure it ain't one of my niggas
I'm calling people I know to make sure they weren't involved in any of the violence.
Living la vida loca
Living a wild and crazy life.
Living la vida loca
Living a wild and crazy life.
Living la vida loca
Living a wild and crazy life.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Travis Richard
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