Dappy is known for his slightly unusual dress sense and his love for what he describes as "eye-catching headwear". His trademark is wearing a selection of woolly chullos (sometimes referred to as "Dappy hats"), turning up one of or both the ear-flaps of the hat.
Dappy has said before he would like to work with Maniac. Dappy has also released two mixtapes called D-A-P's to the Y which features artists such as Frisco, Black the Ripper, Chipmunk,Wiley,Cookie G, Double S and Kano. His second mixtape is called Hot off These Steets and features artists such as Scorcher,Ghetts,G Frsh, Wizzy Wow,Wretch 32, Sway,Tempa T and Mercston. These are solo mixtapes and doesn't involve Fazer or Tulisa, even though Fazer also has two mixtapes. Each mixtape has 40 tracks with songs which are 2–4 minutes long.
Good Intentions
Dappy Lyrics
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See we ain't any different but we just ain't the same
They never listen when we tell 'em, tell 'em
All they understand is venom, venom
People only use you when you let 'em, let 'em
Well if that's the case then I'm the one to blame
'Cause there's a man over board
If there's a man in the clouds
Then tell me where the hell is he now
Why is the silence so loud
Have I thrown it all away
Lemme know, Lemme know
Tell me is that what happens just for having a good intention, tension ohh ohh
Look what happened to my Good Intention, tension ohh ohh
Why won't anybody answer my question
Why is the silence so loud
I think I've thrown it all away
I don't know, I don't know
But lemme know
Hear me out before you label me the bad one
Ah
I'm walking through the desert but I'm drowning inside
No river runs deeper than the tear from my eye
You only went and made me bitter, bitter
I wish I wasn't such a giver, giver
Apologize to my liver, liver
'Cause if that's the case then your the one to blame
'Cause there's a man over board (cause there's a man overboard)
And the tides gonna drag him down (heyy)
If there's a man in the clouds (whoa whoa)
Then tell me where the hell is he now (yeah)
Why is the silence so loud (tell me why is it so loud)
Have I thrown it all away (yeah)
Lemme know, Lemme know
Tell me is that what happens just for having a good intention, tension ohh ohh
Look what happened to my Good Intention, tension ohh ohh
Why won't anybody answer my question
Why is the silence so loud
I think I've thrown it all away
I don't know, I don't know
But lemme know
Hear me out before you label me the bad one
Am I wrong to think the worlds got it in for me
And am I right to say I'm longing for some sympathy
See I feel a sound, but I can't hear it
That's my heart strings getting played like a symphony
Yo, you know you turned me insane
Why you staring at window when I'm the one with the pain
You know you set me off the rails
And you'll be to blame
If you're ever hear
I jumped in front of the train we're both fucked in the brain
(whoa whoa)
'Cause there's a man over board
And the tides gonna drag him down
If there's a man in the clouds
Then tell me where the hell is he now
Why is the silence so loud (tell me why is it so loud)
Have I thrown it all away
Lemme know, Lemme know
Tell me is that what happens just for having a good intention, tension ohh ohh
Look what happened to my Good Intention, tension ohh ohh
Why won't anybody answer my question
Why is the silence so loud (tell me why is it so loud)
I think I've thrown it all away
I don't know, I don't know
But lemme know
Hear me out before you label me the bad one
Why is the silence so loud
I think I've thrown it all away
I don't know, I don't know
But lemme know
Hear me out before you label me the bad one
Dappy's song "Good Intentions" is a reflection on the struggles of life and the misunderstandings that often arise when someone is trying to help but is met with resistance. The opening lines indicate that the singer has experienced things in life that are difficult to explain, and that while they may not be different from others, they are not the same. The next lines suggest that people often fail to listen and understand each other, and that they can be hurtful in their interactions. The chorus phrases questions to God, wondering where he is and why there is so much silence, while questioning if having good intentions is enough in life.
The second verse focuses on the singer’s own feelings of bitterness and regret, as well as the idea that giving too much of oneself can sometimes be harmful. The bridge poses larger philosophical questions, asking if the world has it in for the singer and if they are justified in feeling a longing for sympathy. The final verse is directed towards someone who has hurt the singer, with the singer questioning why that person is not more understanding of their pain. Throughout the song, the lyrics seem to convey a sense of frustration and isolation that is common to many people.
Line by Line Meaning
I've seen a lot things in life that words can't explain
I have witnessed numerous things in life that are indescribable
See we ain't any different but we just ain't the same
We may be similar, but there are some differences
They never listen when we tell 'em, tell 'em
People don't pay attention when we speak
All they understand is venom, venom
People only comprehend negativity
People only use you when you let 'em, let 'em
People take advantage of you if you allow them to
Well if that's the case then I'm the one to blame
If that's true, I will take responsibility
'Cause there's a man over board
There is a man in trouble in the water
And the tides gonna drag him down
The current will submerge him
If there's a man in the clouds
If there is a deity in the sky
Then tell me where the hell is he now
Where is he during these times of need?
Why is the silence so loud
The lack of response is deafening
Have I thrown it all away
Have I destroyed everything?
Tell me is that what happens just for having a good intention, tension ohh ohh
Is this the result of having good intentions?
Look what happened to my Good Intention, tension ohh ohh
See what has occurred due to having good intentions
Why won't anybody answer my question
Why won't anyone reply to my inquiry?
I think I've thrown it all away
I believe I have ruined everything
I don't know, I don't know
I am unsure
But lemme know
Please inform me
Hear me out before you label me the bad one
Listen to my explanation before branding me the villain
I'm walking through the desert but I'm drowning inside
I am in the middle of a barren wasteland, but I feel as if I am submerged in water
No river runs deeper than the tear from my eye
My tears are the most profound indication of my grief
You only went and made me bitter, bitter
You caused me to become resentful
I wish I wasn't such a giver, giver
I regret giving of myself so much
Apologize to my liver, liver
My liver deserves an apology
'Cause if that's the case then your the one to blame
If that is accurate, the fault lies with you
Am I wrong to think the worlds got it in for me
Is it incorrect for me to believe that the world is against me?
And am I right to say I'm longing for some sympathy
Is it appropriate for me to express my desire for compassion?
See I feel a sound, but I can't hear it
I sense a noise, but I am unable to perceive it
That's my heart strings getting played like a symphony
That sensation is my heartstrings being plucked like a musical instrument
Yo, you know you turned me insane
You know that you caused me to lose my sanity
Why you staring at window when I'm the one with the pain
Why are you staring out the window when I am the one who is suffering?
You know you set me off the rails
You caused me to go off the rails
And you'll be to blame
You will be held accountable
If you're ever hear
If you are ever present
I jumped in front of the train we're both fucked in the brain
If I commit suicide, we are both mentally damaged
Hear me out before you label me the bad one
Listen to my explanation before branding me the villain
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Costadinos Contostavlos, Timothy Martin Powell, Wayne Anthony Hector, Alfred James Millar, Clinton Outten, Fraser T Smith, Anthony Evoloko, Kez Ingoldsby
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I've seen a lot things in life that words can't explain
See we ain't any different but we just ain't the same
They never listen when we tell 'em, tell 'em
All they understand is venom, venom
People only use you when you let 'em, let 'em
Well if that's the case then I'm the one to blame
Cause there's a man over board
And the tides gonna drag him down
If there's a man in the clouds
Then tell me where the hell is he now
Why is the silence so loud
Have I thrown it all away
Lemme know, Lemme know
Tell me is that what happens just for having a good intention, tension ohh ohh
Look what happened to my Good Intention, tension ohh ohh
Why won't anybody answer my question
Why is the silence so loud
I think I've thrown it all away
I don't know, I don't know
But lemme know
Hear me out before you label me the bad one
Ahhhhhhahhhhhhhh
I'm walking through the desert but I'm drowning inside
No river runs deeper than the tear from my eye
You only went and made me bitter, bitter
I wish I wasn't such a giver, giver
Apologise to my liver, liver
Cause if that's the case then you're the one to blame
Cause there's a man over board (cause there's a man overboard)
And the tides gonna drag him down (heyy)
If there's a man in the clouds (whoa whoa)
Then tell me where the hell is he now (yeah)
Why is the silence so loud (tell me why is it so loud)
Have I thrown it all away (yeah)
Lemme know, Lemme know
Tell me is that what happens just for having a good intention, tension ohh ohh
Look what happened to my Good Intention, tension ohh ohh
Why won't anybody answer my question
Why is the silence so loud
I think I've thrown it all away
I don't know, I don't know
But lemme know
Hear me out before you label me the bad one
Am I wrong to think the worlds got it in for me
And am I right to say I'm longing for some sympathy
See I feel a sound, but I can't hear it
That's my heart strings getting played like a symphony
Yo, you know you turned me insane
Why you staring at window when I'm the one with the pain
You know you set me off the rails
And you'll be to blame
If you ever hear
I jumped in front of the train we're both fucked in the brain
(Whoa whoa)
Cause there's a man over board
And the tides gonna drag him down
If there's a man in the clouds
Then tell me where the hell is he now
Why is the silence so loud (tell me why is it so loud)
Have I thrown it all away
Lemme know, Lemme know
Tell me is that what happens just for having a good intention, tension ohh ohh
Look what happened to my Good Intention, tension ohh ohh
Why won't anybody answer my question
Why is the silence so loud (tell me why is it so loud)
I think I've thrown it all away
I don't know, I don't know
But lemme know
Hear me out before you label me the bad one
Why is the silence so loud
I think I've thrown it all away
I don't know, I don't know
But lemme know
Hear me out before you label me the bad one
Alisha Adela
This is so underrated. Such an amazing song.
Joshua Skinner
+Alisha Adela yep it was good when it came out 3 years later its still good like it was the first time
Dem hoes
kyle kyle this should make you cry more watch servant of evil joydreamer cover your welcome
Domhnall MacLean
Alisha Adela if you think that this is underrated listen to Yin Yang or Rockstar
Alisha Adela
• dsdaml • Also very underrated, you're correct
Aaron Hogan
Exactly ❤️
3LC Scholar
The pain in this song is real.
He knows how to be vulnerable. Big love Dappy
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FlyingThrough
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Joeridge Ross
My favorite Dappy song. Been listening to this since 2015. Speaks so much to every young man's journey in this increasingly unfair, insensitive, contemporary world.