Tsunami
DFM 2014 Tinie Tempah vs. DVBBS & Borgeous Lyrics
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Drop, nami na nami na nami na nami
nami na nami na nami na nami
Tsunami, drop!
nami na nami na nami na nami, drop!
The lyrics of "Tsunami" by Tinie Tempah vs. DVBBS & Borgeous revolve around the feeling of an unstoppable force that is about to hit and take over everything. The repetitive and catchy chorus "Tsunami, drop!" represents the sudden and powerful impact of the wave, compared to the momentum and energy of the drop in a dance track. The use of "nami na nami" is an onomatopoeic reference to the sound of the wave, and the repetition of the phrase creates a sense of urgency and excitement.
In the verse, Tinie Tempah raps about being a leader and a fighter, preparing for the tsunami, and telling everyone to follow his lead. He uses metaphors such as "running the game like a mouse in a wheel" and "catching up like you running on the spot" to describe his determination and ambition. The verses also hint at the party atmosphere and the hedonistic lifestyle often associated with EDM shows and festivals.
Overall, the lyrics of "Tsunami" convey a mix of anticipation, adrenaline, and confidence, highlighting the intensity and exhilaration of both the musical and natural phenomena.
Line by Line Meaning
Tsunami, drop!
The start of the song, calling for the drop to come.
Drop, nami na nami na nami na nami
The buildup of the beat before the drop, repeating the phrase 'nami na' as an anticipation for what's to come.
nami na nami na nami na nami
Continuing the buildup of the beat, repeating the same phrase to keep the energy going.
Tsunami, drop!
Repeating the call for the drop, heightening the anticipation for it to come.
nami na nami na nami na nami, drop!
The culmination of the beat, the highly anticipated drop finally arrives and the beat drops hard with the repetition of 'nami na'.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALEXANDER VAN DEN HOEF, CHRISTOPHER VAN DEN HOEF, JOHN JAMES BORGER JR, NILES HOLLOWELL-DHAR
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