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".
Fly Part 2
Danny! Lyrics
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(Ooo ooo ooo) and I’m learnin’ to fly
Got ‘em shaking, nervous quaking, I can’t make em
Habit breaking, and I’m learnin’ to fly
PSA I’m on average, TSA with no baggage
Flying by I miss traffic (Ooooo)
Break em’, flyin’, raised em’ up
I’m tryna make it rain it’s fallin’ faster like ooo I missed the rafters
Levitation, I’m higher, flyin’ through the matrix,
I’m floating passed the skyline, holding on to what I’ve been making
It maybe a loss, but baby I’m lost
(Ooo ooo ooo) and I’m learnin’ to fly
Got ‘em shaking, nervous quaking, I can’t make em
Habit breaking, and I’m learnin’ to fly
It maybe a loss, but baby I’m lost
(Ooo ooo ooo) and I’m learnin’ to fly
Got ‘em shaking, nervous quaking, I can’t make em
Habit breaking, and I’m learnin’ to fly
Fly with me lil’ darling I’m face to face with phases
I can’t believe the places you tie me up in
I believe the faces I faint when I hear phrases
I can’t believe the people you sign me up with
Eyes around me,
I’m feeling your eyes that follow me all around like a shadow
Eyes around me,
I’m feeling your eyes that follow me all around like a shadow
It maybe a loss, but baby I’m lost
(Ooo ooo ooo) and I’m learnin’ to fly
Got ‘em shaking, nervous quaking, I can’t make em
Habit breaking, and I’m learnin’ to fly
In Danny!'s song Fly Part 2, the artist expresses his struggle to break away from destructive habits and patterns that have held him back in life. He recognizes the losses he has faced but remains determined to rise above them and take flight. The lyrics suggest that this process is not easy and is accompanied by fear and uncertainty, expressed through the imagery of shaking, nervousness, and being lost. However, despite these challenges, Danny! is committed to learning to fly, both metaphorically and perhaps even literally, as he references levitation and flying through the matrix.
The chorus of the song reinforces this determination to break away from negative patterns and habits. Danny! declares that he is "habit breaking" and learning to fly, even though it may feel like a loss. He encourages listeners to "Fly with me lil' darling," suggesting that others can join him in his journey towards greater freedom and self-realization.
Overall, the lyrics of Fly Part 2 convey a message of hope and resilience in the face of adversity. Despite the struggles and setbacks that may come our way, Danny! encourages listeners to keep moving forward and embrace their aspirations for a brighter future.
Line by Line Meaning
It maybe a loss, but baby I’m lost
(Ooo ooo ooo) and I’m learnin’ to fly
Although I may be at a disadvantage or may have experienced a failure, I am embracing the experience and trying to grow from it. I am learning how to navigate through difficult situations and improving myself in the process.
Got ‘em shaking, nervous quaking, I can’t make em
Habit breaking, and I’m learnin’ to fly
My decision or actions may be causing discomfort or fear for others, but I am determined to break bad habits and change for the better. This may be a challenging process, but I am committed to overcoming it and improving myself.
PSA I’m on average, TSA with no baggage
Flying by I miss traffic (Ooooo)
Break em’, flyin’, raised em’ up
I’m tryna make it rain it’s fallin’ faster like ooo I missed the rafters
I can’t mmm, I’m waitin’, hold em’ we’ll stop breakin’
Levitation, I’m higher, flyin’ through the matrix,
I’m floating passed the skyline, holding on to what I’ve been making
I am a regular person, navigating through life without any unnecessary baggage or negativity weighing me down. I am moving through life quickly and sometimes miss important details, but I am constantly striving to improve and rise above difficult situations. I am trying to achieve success and make positive changes, but setbacks may occur. I will continue to persevere and rise above obstacles, elevating myself and my goals.
Fly with me lil’ darling I’m face to face with phases
I can’t believe the places you tie me up in
I believe the faces I faint when I hear phrases
I can’t believe the people you sign me up with
Eyes around me,
I’m feeling your eyes that follow me all around like a shadow
Come with me on this journey of self-discovery and I will face the different stages of life head-on. I am amazed by the experiences life has presented to me and the different people and situations I encounter. Sometimes these experiences may be overwhelming and I may struggle to maintain my focus or composure, but I will prevail. I am aware of the eyes of others around me and the pressure that comes with being observed and judged, but I will not let that deter me from becoming the best version of myself.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Daniel Shellworth, Ryan Dulude
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