Flashing Lights
DJ Fletch And Kanye Lyrics
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Flashing lights (lights, lights)
Flashing lights (lights, lights)
Flashing lights (lights, lights)
She don't believe in shootin' stars
But she believe in shoes and cars
Wood floors in the new apartment
You more like "love to start shit"
I'm more of the trips to Florida
Order the hors d'oeuvres, views of the water
Straight from a page of your favorite author
And the weather so breezy
Man, why can't life always be this easy?
She in the mirror dancing so sleazy
I get a call like, "Where are you Yeezy?"
And try to hit you with the ol-wu-wopte
'Til I got flashed by the paparazzi ('razzi)
Damn, these niggas got me
I hate these niggas more than the Nazi
As I recall, I know you love to show off (off)
But I never thought that you would take it this far (far)
What do I know? Flashing lights (lights, lights)
What do I know? Flashing (know) lights (lights, lights)
I know it's been a while, sweetheart
We hardly talk, I was doing my thing
I know I was foul, baby
Ay, babe lately you been all on my brain (brain)
And if somebody would've told me a month ago
Fronting, though, yo, I wouldn't wanna know
If somebody would've told me a year ago
It'll go, get this difficult (difficult)
Feeling like Katrina with no FEMA
Like Martin with no Gina
Like a flight with no Visa
First class with the seat back I still see ya
In my past, you on the other side of the glass
Of my memory's museum
I'm just saying, hey, Mona Lisa
Come home you know you can't Rome without Caesar
As I recall, I know you love to show off (off)
But I never thought that you would take it this far (far)
What do I know? Flashing lights (lights, lights)
What do I know? Flashing (know) lights (lights, lights)
As you recall, you know I love to show off (off)
But you never thought that I would take it this far (far)
What do you know? Flashing lights (lights, lights)
What do you know? Flashing (know) lights (lights, lights)
Flashing lights (lights, lights)
Flashing lights (lights, lights, lights)
Lights, lights, lights, lights
Lights, lights, lights, lights
Lights, lights, lights, lights
Lights, lights, lights, lights
Lights, lights, lights, lights
"Flashing Lights" by DJ Fletch and Kanye West is a song that deals with the themes of fame, success, and relationships. The song begins with a repetition of the titular phrase "Flashing Lights", which refers to the paparazzi's camera flashes, representing the fame and attention that comes with success. The verses describe a tumultuous relationship where one person is engulfed in living lavishly, while the other deals with the difficulty of being in the spotlight. Kanye expresses that the life of luxury is great, but it has its downsides like the paparazzi.
The first verse speaks to the materialistic nature of the woman with whom Kanye is involved, indicating that she values possessions over things like love and relationships. Kanye highlights how he's more interested in living life to its fullest by traveling to different places with his partner while enjoying the good things in life. The second verse tries to reconcile with the woman, who is always on Kanye's mind. He compares the struggles he is facing with the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, which left a lasting impact on the people involved. Kanye feels the same way in their relationship, trying to repair the damages and facing difficulties along the way.
Overall, "Flashing Lights" is a reflection of the ups and downs of fame and fortune, highlighting the dark side of being in the spotlight. The song suggests that although living the lavish life may seem like a dream, dealing with the paparazzi's attention and other stresses of fame can make it challenging.
Line by Line Meaning
Flashing lights (lights, lights)
The song begins with the repetitive chorus of flashing lights, setting the tone for the rest of the lyrics.
She don't believe in shootin' stars
The woman referred to doesn't believe in the romantic notion of shooting stars.
But she believe in shoes and cars
Instead, she believes in material possessions such as shoes and cars.
Wood floors in the new apartment
The artist's new apartment has beautiful wooden floors.
Couture from the store's department
The woman wears high-end clothing from the department store's couture section.
You more like "love to start shit"
The woman is confrontational and argumentative.
I'm more of the trips to Florida
The singer prefers relaxed vacations to warm places like Florida.
Order the hors d'oeuvres, views of the water
When on vacation, the artist enjoys dining on hors d'oeuvres and taking in the view of the water.
Straight from a page of your favorite author
Everything seems almost too perfect, like it's straight out of the woman's favorite author's book.
And the weather so breezy
The weather is perfect, adding to the overall pleasantness.
Man, why can't life always be this easy?
The singer wishes life was always this easy and pleasant.
She in the mirror dancing so sleazy
The woman is dancing provocatively in front of a mirror.
I get a call like, "Where are you Yeezy?"
The singer gets a call, most likely from a paparazzi, asking where he is.
And try to hit you with the ol-wu-wopte
The paparazzi tries to trip up the singer with typical questions and tactics.
'Til I got flashed by the paparazzi ('razzi)
Just when the singer thought he was safe, the paparazzi flashes their camera, surprising him.
Damn, these niggas got me
The artist is annoyed and frustrated with the paparazzi's constant intrusion.
I hate these niggas more than the Nazi
The artist compares the paparazzi to Nazis, expressing his extreme dislike for them.
As I recall, I know you love to show off (off)
The singer remembers that the woman he's referring to loves to show off and be the center of attention.
But I never thought that you would take it this far (far)
However, he never imagined that she would take it to the extreme, as she is doing now.
What do I know? Flashing lights (lights, lights)
The artist recognizes that he might not know as much as he thought he did, as evidenced by the woman's sudden change in behavior.
What do I know? Flashing (know) lights (lights, lights)
The chorus repeats, emphasizing the theme of the song.
I know it's been a while, sweetheart
The artist acknowledges that it's been a while since he and the woman have talked.
We hardly talk, I was doing my thing
He explains that he was busy with his own life and interests, which kept him from communicating with her.
I know I was foul, baby
He admits that he may have acted inappropriately or done something wrong in their relationship.
Ay, babe lately you been all on my brain (brain)
Despite his busy life, the woman has been on his mind a lot lately.
And if somebody would've told me a month ago
The singer reflects on how quickly things can change, even in just a month's time.
Fronting, though, yo, I wouldn't wanna know
Despite pretending to be tough and unemotional, he wouldn't want to know if someone told him that things would change so much in just a month.
If somebody would've told me a year ago
Even a year ago, the artist would have never believed that things would end up the way they did.
It'll go, get this difficult (difficult)
He recognizes that things have become difficult and challenging in their relationship.
Feeling like Katrina with no FEMA
He compares their situation to the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, without the aid of FEMA to help them through it.
Like Martin with no Gina
He also compares their difference to the TV show Martin without Gina, implying that they are not complete without each other.
Like a flight with no Visa
The artist compares their relationship to a flight without a visa, unable to take off or land properly.
First class with the seat back I still see ya
He remembers their happy times together, even when he's flying first class with his seat reclined.
In my past, you on the other side of the glass
He reflects on his past with her, which seems so distant and unattainable now.
Of my memory's museum
Their past seems like it belongs in a museum, a relic of a time that no longer exists.
I'm just saying, hey, Mona Lisa
He calls her Mona Lisa, emphasizing her beauty and importance.
Come home you know you can't Rome without Caesar
He's asking her to come back to him, acknowledging that they need each other in order to make their relationship work.
As you recall, you know I love to show off (off)
The singer reminds the woman that he too loves to show off and be the center of attention.
But you never thought that I would take it this far (far)
However, she never imagined that he would take it this far, just like how he never imagined she would either.
What do you know? Flashing lights (lights, lights)
He turns the tables on her, recognizing that even she may not know as much about him as she thought she did.
What do you know? Flashing (know) lights (lights, lights)
The song ends with the chorus once again, emphasizing the theme of the song.
Flashing lights (lights, lights)
The song fades out with the repetitive chorus of flashing lights.
Lights, lights, lights, lights
The lights are a recurring motif throughout the song, representing the glamour and the harshness of fame and fortune.
Lights, lights, lights, lights
The repetition of the lights emphasizes their importance and impact on the subjects of the song.
Lights, lights, lights, lights
The final repetition of the lights brings the song to a close, further emphasizing their significance.
Lights, lights, lights, lights
The final repetition of the lights brings the song to a close, further emphasizing their significance.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Kanye West, Eric Hudson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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