masterpiece
Disclosure Lyrics


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Lately, you hold your tongue and don't make a scene
But I see through the façade
See the queen behind the guard
Gently, you mask the fact that you disagree
Dealt a hand without your card
Had the joker from the start

You're yearning, wearing thin
Searching for something

I know what you're hiding but they can't see what you've got
What you've got, baby, what you've got, baby
Quit crying and stop trying to be someone you're not
What you're not baby, what you're not baby
Maybe you can't see
Oh, you're the masterpiece

In time, you'll see the colours through your own eyes
You could take the perfect shot
Show the people what you've got
A far cry from insecurity and demise
When your tears come to a stop
You can look down from the top

You're yearning, wearing thin
Searching for something

I know what you're hiding but they can't see what you've got
What you've got, baby, what you've got, baby
Quit crying and stop trying to be someone you're not
What you're not baby, what you're not baby
Maybe you can't see
Oh you're the masterpiece





What you got, baby

Overall Meaning

"Masterpiece" by Disclosure feat. Jordan Rakei talks about a person who is holding back their true self and hiding behind a façade. Despite trying to mask their disagreements and insecurities, the person pushing them down wore them thin. The song goes on to illustrate that the person is actually a masterpiece in disguise and that in time, they will see the colors through their own eyes and be able to showcase their true self.


The lyrics, "See the queen behind the guard" suggest that the person is hiding behind a facade and not allowing anyone to see their true self. The verse, "Had the joker from the start", implies that the person's perspective or place in society has been pre-determined and that they have not had much control over their life. The chorus, "I know what you're hiding but they can't see what you've got", the singer is saying that they are aware of the person's struggles but no one else can see the person's true potential.


The song conveys a message of hope and encouragement to those who are experiencing insecurity and self-doubt. It encourages them to embrace their unique qualities and to take ownership of their lives, rather than living behind a façade. And, ultimately, to showcase the art they possess within themselves.


Line by Line Meaning

Lately, you hold your tongue and don't make a scene
Recently, you are keeping quiet and avoiding controversy


But I see through the façade
However, I can tell that it is not the real you


See the queen behind the guard
Behind the exterior, there is someone of regal importance


Gently, you mask the fact that you disagree
You are softly concealing the fact that you have a different opinion


Dealt a hand without your card
You were given a disadvantage


Had the joker from the start
From the beginning, you had to deal with an unpredictable element


You're yearning, wearing thin
You are longing for something but starting to lose hope


Searching for something
You are desperately seeking something


I know what you're hiding but they can't see what you've got
I understand what you're hiding, but others do not see your true potential


What you've got, baby, what you've got, baby
You possess something special, my dear


Quit crying and stop trying to be someone you're not
Stop pretending and trying to be someone other than yourself


What you're not baby, what you're not baby
You do not need to pretend to be anything other than yourself


Maybe you can't see
Perhaps you are unable to realize


Oh, you're the masterpiece
You are a true work of art


In time, you'll see the colours through your own eyes
Eventually, you will see the spectrum of life through your unique perspective


You could take the perfect shot
You have the potential to take a picture-perfect opportunity


Show the people what you've got
Display your talents to those around you


A far cry from insecurity and demise
You are a long way from feeling insecure or defeated


When your tears come to a stop
Once you have stopped crying


You can look down from the top
You will be able to look back on your triumph




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GUY WILLIAM LAWRENCE, HOWARD JOHN LAWRENCE, JAMES JOHN NAPIER, JORDAN RAKEI

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