Whatever
DJ OPTICAL the M.N.B Lyrics
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To bring you back here again
And if you were here, standing right here in front of me
I would hold you, and squeeze you
And say something like
I keep my soul
And the breath in my lungs
Whatever's left you can take (whatever's left you can take, bitch)
I keep my soul (keep my soul, Rag'n'Bone man)
Keep the breath in my lungs (Leaf Dog, check)
Keep the love that I had (love I had)
Whatever's left you can take (take, take, take, take)
Whatever's left you can take
Like when I die, give my seeds the estate, key to the final gate
Still spins on a vinyl plate, partake for the sake, just to numb the heartache
Another mate gone, is it all fake?
I don't know, used to think that I did
Running 'round stealing shit as a knuckle head kid
Found hip-hop and skate vids, copies with the tape hits
Good times running 'round chasing the same bitch
Never shouted, "Amen", we were kids trying to be men
The first girl I loved got killed for no reason
Sleeping on floors, creeping out back doors
Stuck on permanent tour, selling badly skanked draw
Fuck the laws, I abide by nothing
Ever since my wrists were too small to be cuffing
It's funny now I meet all my heroes
I was living what they claim but the truth wasn't near close
I keep my soul (I keep my soul, I keep my soul, son)
And the breath in my lungs (no matter what fuckin' happens)
Keep the love that I had (can't take this shit from me)
Whatever's left you can take
I keep my soul (I keep my soul, keep my mind right)
Keep the breath in my lungs (tryna stay strong)
Keep the love that I had (love I had)
Whatever's left you can take (whatever's left, son, whatever's left)
Yo
There's a subject that ain't yet touched
It's been ten years, pen still in a tight clutch, it ain't enough
There's no words I can speak, can't remember the day or even the week that you left
I need to get this off of my chest, just saying this is the hardest thing I've expressed on the page
I see dead people on stage, hiding all emotion, pissed up in a blind rage
Can't think to the days when you were slowly fading
But I know that you saved me on a few occasions
I miss you but it is what it is, just wish that you could've seen the shit that I did
Always beefed as a kid, running 'round different places I lived
Still stick by the statements you give
This side of me is hid but I need to let go
And for some dumb reason you're the one I'm going to let know
I keep my soul (I keep my soul)
And the breath in my lungs (rest in peace to the lost but not forgotten)
Keep the love that I had (love that I had)
Whatever's left you can take
I keep my soul (I keep my soul, and my father, rest in peace)
Keep the breath in my lungs
Keep the love that I had
Whatever's left you can take (whatever's left you can take, whatever's left you can take)
Still with us
The lyrics of "Whatever" by DJ OPTICAL the M.N.B delve deep into themes of loss, grief, resilience, and the passage of time. The song reflects on the singer's desire for supernatural powers to bring back a loved one, expressing the longing to hold them once more and convey their feelings. The repeated refrain of "Whatever's left you can take" suggests a sense of acceptance and willingness to let go of what remains after loss, acknowledging the inevitability of death and the legacy one leaves behind.
The second verse paints a vivid picture of the singer's struggles and experiences, touching on themes of mortality, nostalgia, and the complexities of growing up. References to hip-hop, skateboarding, and youthful rebellion contrast with darker realities such as loss and facing the consequences of one's actions. The singer reflects on the fragility of life and the disillusionment that comes with realizing the disparity between idealized perceptions and harsh truths.
In the third verse, the singer opens up about the emotional weight they carry, revealing inner turmoil and unresolved pain. The passage of time has not lessened the impact of the loss, as they grapple with memories of the departed and the void left in their absence. The raw honesty in the lyrics speaks to the cathartic power of music as a medium for processing complex emotions and finding solace in shared experiences.
Overall, "Whatever" encapsulates a poignant journey of grappling with grief, memories, and the unbreakable bond between the living and the departed. The lyrics convey a mix of vulnerability, resilience, and a commitment to preserving the essence of who they are despite the challenges faced. The song serves as a testament not only to the endurance of the human spirit but also to the enduring impact of those we love and lose, who continue to live on in our hearts and memories.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RORY CHARLES GRAHAM, JAMES LEIGH
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