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E. Ness of P. Diddy’s hit group, Da Band and the widely successful MTV show, Making of the Band, has established an incredible buzz throughout the hip-hop industry similar to the buzz that proceeded the success of the leading Billboard multi-platinum Rappers: Jay-Z, 50 Cent, and Ludacris.
Ness, who is frequently called the “Captain” and “a thinker” by Sean “P. Diddy” Combs himself, has played an influential role in the success of the group which debuted at number 2 on Billboard Top 200 albums in the country. As a current cast member of MTV’s number one rated television show, Ness has learned lessons in visual media and the importance of being a professional. The show has been a national introduction for Ness, furthering his quest to be a vital figure in the entertainment industry which includes the music, fashion, film and TV aspects of the industry. Ness has since appeared on various talk shows such as The View, CNN Live and MTV’s TRL to name a few.
Similar to his rap predecessors, Jay Z, 50 Cent, and Ludacris; Ness was also the product of an impoverished environment. While others may have allowed the struggle of the streets to deter them, Ness began writing songs about the streets to create opportunities for himself. His friends encouraged him to continue developing his musical talent referring to him as “Elliot Ness” or “E.Ness” due to his unique rap lyrics which have the potential to “clean up the rap game.” He will take the music industry in a new and better direction just as the Hollywood character, Elliot Ness, cleaned up the streets of Chicago from crime by arresting gangster Al Capone.
A distinct voice and intriguing rap word play are just two of the characteristics that distinguish this aspiring new Bad Boy Entertainment artist. Ness, whose real name is Lloyd E. Mathis is a 25 year old native of Philadelphia, PA. Ness began his music career in 1984 as a hip hop, R&B and “break dancer” who competed in local talent shows and artist showcases. Emulating his performances after one of the greatest R&B entertainers, Michael Jackson, Ness realized that he had a rare talent for captivating an audience. Along with dancing, Ness had a passion for rhyming. Inspired by rap artists/groups KRS-1, A Tribe Called Quest, Big Daddy Kane and Eric B. and Rakim, Ness began developing a lyrical style of his own.
By the age of 12, Ness had been recruited by Mickey Davis, who was then a locally known member of a rap group entitled DaBumrush. For two years, Ness assisted Davis with DaBumrush’s performances at local night clubs and several tours. While touring with the group, he got the opportunity to appear on the Amateur night at the Apollo Theatre in New York.
Ness’s mother, though very supportive of his hobby, tried to encourage Ness to focus more on his schoolwork, especially since he had been accepted into Central High School, the number one college preparatory high school in Philadelphia. Ness had other dreams for himself and instead decided to pursue his interest in music full time.
Of his many personal and professional goals, Ness has established an entertainment company. He would like to develop his company so that he can, produce and manage artists, own small businesses and most importantly, give back to his community.
Although Ness understands that this is just the beginning of his career in TV, his years of hard work prior to MTV have prepared him for the pitfalls of entertainment. Ness states, “I’ve wanted to be a recognized star all of my life, so hard has not, and will never become an issue. I thank everyone who has been supportive. And for those who doubt me, SUMBIT NOW OR SUBMIT LATER BUT YOU WILL SUBMIT!”
Can I Live
E.ness Lyrics
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笑的脸庞 暖的手掌 全都一样
依然 窗外月亮 床前灯光 脑里印象
那些片段 明明今晚 全都一样
你的伤害深深植入我的皮肤
以致我再不相信你唇上的温度
潜意式的残酷反射性的痛楚
一旦开始侵入再也控制不住
你笑起来的酒窝 还一样吸引着我
是感觉有点不妥 却说不出为什么
像心脏缺了什么 不经意慢慢萎缩
你的伤害深深植入我的皮肤
以致我再不相信你唇上的温度
潜意式的残酷反射性的痛楚
一旦开始侵入再也控制不住
你的伤害深深植入我的皮肤
以致我再不相信你唇上的温度
潜意式的残酷反射性的痛楚
一旦开始侵入再也控制不住
你的伤害深深植入我的皮肤
以致我再不相信你唇上的度
意式的残酷反射性的痛楚
一旦开始侵入再也控制不住
The lyrics of E.ness's song "Can I Live" revolve around the theme of a toxic relationship that has ended yet continues to haunt the singer. The opening lines suggest that everything seems the same despite the relationship being over. The singer still remembers the moon outside the window, the light on the bedside table, and the image in their head. The lines also suggest that the singer is struggling to move on from the past and is stuck in a cycle of memories.
The next lines about the hurt being deeply embedded into their skin and not trusting the warmth of their former partner's lips suggest that the relationship was abusive. The hurt is now on the surface, and the singer's reflexes and pain are feeding off of it. The lines also suggest how hard it is to break free from abusive relationships and that the pain lingers long after the end of the relationship.
Further, the lyrics also suggest that despite knowing the pain and being aware of the toxicity of the relationship, the singer still finds themselves drawn to their partner's laugh and the curve of their lips. The relationship has left a void that the singer cannot explain, and they feel the pain of something missing from their heart.
Overall, the lyrics showcase the pain and struggle associated with ending a toxic relationship and how it can linger long after it ends.
Line by Line Meaning
依然你的眼光 你的肩膀 你的胸膛
I still see your gaze, your shoulders, and your chest
笑的脸庞 暖的手掌 全都一样
Your smiling face and warm hands are still the same
依然 窗外月亮 床前灯光 脑里印象
The moon outside the window, the light by the bed, and the memories in my mind are still the same
那些片段 明明今晚 全都一样
Those fragments of memories are still the same, even tonight
你的伤害深深植入我的皮肤
The pain you caused me has deeply penetrated my skin
以致我再不相信你唇上的温度
To the point where I no longer believe the warmth of your lips
潜意式的残酷反射性的痛楚
The subconscious and reflexive pain is cruel
一旦开始侵入再也控制不住
Once it starts to invade, it cannot be controlled
你还是一样抱我 手还是一样紧握
You still embrace me the same way, holding my hand just as tightly
你笑起来的酒窝 还一样吸引着我
The dimples when you smile are still attracting me
是感觉有点不妥 却说不出为什么
I feel a bit uneasy but can't explain why
像心脏缺了什么 不经意慢慢萎缩
It feels like something is missing from my heart, slowly withering away unnoticed
以致我再不相信你唇上的温度
To the point where I no longer believe the warmth of your lips
你的伤害深深植入我的皮肤
The pain you caused me has deeply penetrated my skin
潜意式的残酷反射性的痛楚
The subconscious and reflexive pain is cruel
一旦开始侵入再也控制不住
Once it starts to invade, it cannot be controlled
你的伤害深深植入我的皮肤
The pain you caused me has deeply penetrated my skin
以致我再不相信你唇上的温度
To the point where I no longer believe the warmth of your lips
潜意式的残酷反射性的痛楚
The subconscious and reflexive pain is cruel
一旦开始侵入再也控制不住
Once it starts to invade, it cannot be controlled
你的伤害深深植入我的皮肤
The pain you caused me has deeply penetrated my skin
以致我再不相信你唇上的度
To the point where I no longer believe the warmth of your lips
意式的残酷反射性的痛楚
The subconscious and reflexive pain is cruel
一旦开始侵入再也控制不住
Once it starts to invade, it cannot be controlled
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@jf3715
This had me smiling for eight minutes straight
@whyyoulying6316
That’s wild homosexual
@odot8148
@Why you lying just say pause homie. Your comment was worse
@freddylong1
Big facts 💯
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😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🏭
@JxnmadeQDG79
👎🏽Low vibrational bars Me:😐
@Carlmichael252
Flow🔥
Bars🔥
Punch lines🔥
Give this man his respect and 🌹’s
@CHEVYRYDA215
The only rapper to use his body for adlibs. 🔥🔥🔥
@keyitnam
😂😭
@BB-zs3gj
Once his hands and shit get to moving you know he's about to wig out!!