Danny! is a former student of the Savannah College of Art & Design. He often wears an oxford shirt and pinstriped necktie, and has gained notoriety for prank-calling celebrities. In 2012 Danny! rose to prominence shortly following the proclamation by The Roots drummer Questlove that there was strong interest from Jay-Z; he was subsequently signed as the flagship artist to Questlove's re-launched Okayplayer Records after years of being loosely affiliated with the company. In support of the new venture Danny! made his television debut on "Late Night With Jimmy Fallon" in September 2012, premiering his song "Evil" alongside The Roots.
Prior to this Danny! was most notable for his efficacious DIY approach to his music career, producing virtually every aspect of his albums—from the production to the cover art and even promotion—by himself to varying degrees of acclaim. He would field praise for his self-released concept records "Charm" and "And I Love H.E.R.", the latter named by ABC News as one of the best 50 albums of 2008, before releasing the "anti-album" "Where Is Danny?" in early 2011. After signing to Okayplayer Records the following year, Danny! completed his trilogy of conceptual albums with "Payback".
Can't Wait
Danny! Lyrics
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I be on tour 24/7, money for my brethren
My boys, we enjoy this rap that we commit to
But how you gonna travel the world and not
Bring somethin' back with you? That's an issue
When I'm droppin' knowledge on my fans with me and my crew
It's only right that I grab a little piece of 'em too
I did a show in Japan, and I had so many fans
They fed me noodles and ham
I made a false step when I asked for moo goo gai pan
Some type of dude that I am!
I had a set in the U.K. for two days
Cats rushin' the stage, throwin' me bouquets
Hey! I went to see a play
The Edinburgh Film Festival was in town, that's how I get down
The globe-trotter, I continue to spit
And I'ma broaden my horizons every venue I hit
Let's go
(Chorus 1)
Houston, Los Angeles
I can't wait, man I can't wait, man
Long Beach, St. Paul, Atlanta man
I can't wait, man I can't wait, naw
Las Vegas, London, New Orleans
I can't wait, man I can't wait, man
Philadelphia, Honolulu
Can't wait, man I can't wait, man
(Verse 2)
+I Got The Internet Going Nutz+
But I won't spend my tour time in the hotel bonin' sluts
I'd rather be enlightened, I liked when
This light-skinned cutie tried to school me in Thailand
I'm on an island, fuck it I'm wylin'
I did a set in Phuket...get it?
Soon as I step up off the plane I'ma learn new languages
I go to Denmark, eat a few Danishes
You can't hang with this, Swain is the shit
I'll do a show on Pluto if the money is right
But first I'm headed to Hawaii where it's sunny and bright
They taught me how to do the hula, fed me honey and rice
I went on stage to do my thing and everyone was polite
I'm tryin' to do a hundred shows in one night
You know you likin' every song that I play
On stage, kickin' dust
And I'm pickin' up a few things along the way, c'mon
(Chorus 2)
St. Louis, Cincinnati
Can't wait, man I can't wait, man
Boston, Cleveland, Milwaukee
Man I can't wait, man I can't wait, man
Miami, San Diego
Can't wait, man I can't wait, man
Detroit, Nashville, Seattle
Man I can't wait, man I can't wait, man
(Verse 3)
You can call me Eddie Murphy 'cause I'm more than +Raw+
When I was out in California I met Gordon Shaw
He had me listenin' to Mozart
Now I'm so smart
My test scores is higher than college students and rats
I'm a lunatic at your disposal
Forced to go with SunCom, 'cause I can't afford T-Mobile
On tour, sharing the floor with forty locals
You can't call Danny small anymore, he's global
And hopefully, I'll have plenty of folks to see
I'll visit anywhere, even if it's too bizarre
And learn a few things, like I had a new guitar
I'm tryin' to be an international superstar
(Whooo!) Rock star dreams, mom start screamin'
"Wake yo ass up boy, Pop Tarts steamin'"
Damn I had so much fun
I ain't ever been on tour, but I can't wait to go on one, I'm out
(Chorus 3)
Beijing, Berlin, Chicago
Can't wait, man I can't wait, man
D.C., V.A., N.Y.
I can't wait, man I can't wait, man
Hong Kong, St. Petersburg
I can't wait, man I can't wait, man
Memphis, Pittsburgh, Orlando
Man, I can't wait, man I can't wait
Man!
In Danny!'s song "Can't Wait," the rapper describes his experiences traveling the world on tour. He expresses his desire to not only perform for his fans but to also learn about different cultures in the process. His lyrics emphasize the importance of cultural exchange and represent his appreciation for what different places have to offer. He acknowledges that he is a "globe-trotter" and is excited to broaden his horizons with every new venue he visits.
The song's chorus features a list of cities that Danny! is looking forward to visiting on tour, including Houston, Los Angeles, St. Paul, Atlanta, Las Vegas, London, New Orleans, and Honolulu, among others. He highlights his travels to Japan, the United Kingdom, Thailand, Denmark, and Hawaii, describing how each country has contributed to his development as an artist.
Danny! also challenges stereotypes, as he makes a point of trying different foods and learning new languages, rather than sticking to what he knows or what might be expected of him. He emphasizes the importance of keeping an open mind and experiencing different things when traveling to new places.
Overall, "Can't Wait" by Danny! is an ode to the joys and benefits of world travel, with a focus on cultural exchange and personal growth.
Line by Line Meaning
I be on tour 24/7, money for my brethren
I'm constantly traveling and performing to earn money to support my friends and crew.
My boys, we enjoy this rap that we commit to
My crew and I love making music and are dedicated to our craft.
But how you gonna travel the world and not
If you travel to different places, there's no reason not to experience and learn from them.
Bring somethin' back with you? That's an issue
It's a missed opportunity not to learn something new and bring it back from your travels.
When I'm droppin' knowledge on my fans with me and my crew
When we perform, we strive to share meaningful messages and insights with our fans.
It's only right that I grab a little piece of 'em too
I want to learn and be influenced by the cultures and experiences of my fans in return.
I did a show in Japan, and I had so many fans
During my travels to Japan, I performed for a large and enthusiastic audience.
I began to think I reached the plateau of Rodan
At that moment, I felt like I had peaked in my career and achieved something great.
They fed me noodles and ham
I got to try some traditional Japanese cuisine during my time in Japan.
I made a false step when I asked for moo goo gai pan
I made a cultural mishap by confusing Chinese and Japanese cuisine.
Some type of dude that I am!
I can't believe I made that mistake, but you learn something new every day.
I had a set in the U.K. for two days
I performed for two days in the United Kingdom.
Cats rushin' the stage, throwin' me bouquets
My UK fans were passionate and showed their appreciation by throwing flowers at me on stage.
Hey! I went to see a play
I took the opportunity to check out some local entertainment while in the UK.
The Edinburgh Film Festival was in town, that's how I get down
I enjoy immersing myself in local culture and events while on tour.
The globe-trotter, I continue to spit
As a world traveler, I continue to make music and perform for audiences wherever I go.
And I'ma broaden my horizons every venue I hit
With each new performance, I aim to learn something new and grow as an artist and person.
St. Louis, Cincinnati
I'm excited to perform in these upcoming locations.
Can't wait, man I can't wait, man
I'm eager to experience and embrace these new places and opportunities.
You can call me Eddie Murphy 'cause I'm more than +Raw+
Like Eddie Murphy, I'm talented and versatile in many areas.
When I was out in California I met Gordon Shaw
During my visit to California, I had a chance encounter with Gordon Shaw.
He had me listenin' to Mozart
Gordon Shaw introduced me to the beauty and power of Mozart's music.
Now I'm so smart
Listening to classical music expanded my intellect and knowledge.
My test scores is higher than college students and rats
I saw improvement in my academic performance after listening to classical music.
I'm a lunatic at your disposal
I'm always up for trying new things and embracing new cultures and experiences.
Forced to go with SunCom, 'cause I can't afford T-Mobile
As an up-and-coming artist, I have to make practical decisions with my finances.
You can't call Danny small anymore, he's global
Through my travels and music, I've gained international recognition and success.
I'm tryin' to be an international superstar
My ultimate goal is to achieve success and recognition on a worldwide level.
Rock star dreams, mom start screamin'
I have big aspirations and am motivated to achieve my goals, even if it worries my mother.
"Wake yo ass up boy, Pop Tarts steamin'"
Despite my success and dreams, I still have everyday struggles and responsibilities.
Damn I had so much fun
Overall, my tour experiences have been enjoyable and fulfilling.
I ain't ever been on tour, but I can't wait to go on one, I'm out
I'm enthusiastic and excited for future tour opportunities and experiences.
Contributed by Kayla K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@TheSingingCelebrant
Superb vocals thanks for sharing your gift - Found you through a mutual friend Elynn another amazingly Beautiful soul
@sharonbuckler9451
This is such a great song, Danny!
@Neilaschaffer
PARABÉNS !!!!!Eu gosto da sua voz e do seu cabelo também....☄☄☄💚💛💐
@ginaverso78
One of my favorite Danny Kean songs!
@Juge44
Lovely song Danny!
@thefridaynighthustle5015
Love me some Danny Kean on a fine September Day.
Danny Makes everything better! Great song brother.
@rachelbronner717
Very lovely !
@massfusionstudio
Great song!
@raguilo1
GREAT Song! Congratulations!
@DonnaShaw
Hello Danny! I'm loving it! Hugs!