Hey You
ELTON Lyrics


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Show me how that Karma suits you
Puttin in what you getting out
Getting out what you putting in
Maybe thats what its all about

Show me how that Karma suits you
Puttin in what you getting out
Getting out what you putting in
Maybe thats what its all about

Thats what its all about
Clean your room its a reflection of your mental baby
The dirt beneath your nails tells me that you've been workin lately
I never question your sincerity
But it seems like everybody knows but me...
Late nights, early mornings
I took you high before your flight and I still feel you all over me
All over...

Show me how that Karma suits you
Puttin in what you getting out
Getting out what you putting in
Maybe thats what its all about

Show me how that Karma suits you
Puttin in what you getting out
Getting out what you putting in
Maybe thats what its all about

Thats what its all about
Sunday September 4
Make contact, I feel your force
Im far from overjoyed thats why, I bow before the lord
An addict for Georgia peaches
An appetizer before my feasting
Foreplay is safer for us
Since when we too old for toys
Bumbumbumbumbum
Your heart beats a steady drum
I beatbox, dont box me in
A starving artist eating every crumb
Dont push me to start me up
Passion in every look
Energy to inner thigh




I shift to neutral then I rev it up
Its like VROOM

Overall Meaning

The song "Hey You" by Elton is a classic song that encourages its listeners to put in their best effort in everything they do, as they will receive the same in return. The lyrics are discussing the concept of karma, in which an individual's actions will ultimately determine the outcome of their life. The chorus of the song repeats the line, "Show me how that Karma suits you, Putting in what you're getting out, Getting out what you're putting in, Maybe that's what it's all about." The line is emphasizing that the words of an individual should match their actions, and as a result, they will reap the benefits.


The verse, "Clean your room is a reflection of your mental baby, The dirt beneath your nails tells me that you've been working lately, I never question your sincerity, But it seems like everybody knows, but me," is an illustration of how an individual's actions speak louder than their words. Precisely, a person's surroundings and physical appearance are a reflection of their mindset, indicating their level of commitment, focus, and dedication to whatever they do. The song "Hey You" by Elton is a reminder that we should always be responsible for our actions, show integrity, and believe that we will get what we give.


Line by Line Meaning

Show me how that Karma suits you
I want to see how your actions affect your life


Puttin in what you getting out
You get what you give


Getting out what you putting in
You can only get back what you put in


Maybe thats what its all about
Perhaps this is the fundamental principle of life


Thats what its all about
This is the underlying message of the song


Clean your room its a reflection of your mental baby
The cleanliness of your space reflects your mental state


The dirt beneath your nails tells me that you've been workin lately
The dirt under your nails indicates you've been busy doing something


I never question your sincerity
I never doubt your honesty


But it seems like everybody knows but me...
I feel left out of something that everyone else seems to know


Late nights, early mornings
Working hard day and night


I took you high before your flight and I still feel you all over me
I elevated your mood before you left and I still feel your presence with me


Sunday September 4
A specific day in time


Make contact, I feel your force
I feel the impact of you reaching out to me


Im far from overjoyed thats why, I bow before the lord
I'm not completely happy, hence I'm seeking guidance from a higher power


An addict for Georgia peaches
I have a craving for sweet things


An appetizer before my feasting
Something to whet my appetite before moving on to something better


Foreplay is safer for us
Taking things slowly is more comfortable for us


Since when we too old for toys
Why have we stopped having fun like we did when we were kids?


Bumbumbumbumbum
A beatboxing sound


Your heart beats a steady drum
I can feel your steady heartbeat


I beatbox, dont box me in
I'm expressing myself creatively, don't restrict me


A starving artist eating every crumb
I'm living off small successes, taking each opportunity as it comes


Dont push me to start me up
Don't provoke me to get me started


Passion in every look
A look of intense emotion


Energy to inner thigh
A sexually charged gesture


I shift to neutral then I rev it up
I'm taking time to gather my thoughts before getting excited


Its like VROOM
A sound effect used to represent accelerating, moving forward




Writer(s): Elton Watkins Jr

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@edsonfcordeaca4958

It was the first song recorded in a cassete that i gave my girlfriend 33 years ago.
Now I am 57 and she passed away, she left last weekend. I miss her but I still have this song alive here with me. RIP Cassia.

@alexandrealos5407

Be strong Edson..

@edsonfcordeaca4958

@@alexandrealos5407 thanks Alexandre...life goes on.

@bobthif991

Emocionante

@owenmoody824

I am so sorry for your loss.

@j_cannot_type

It must be hard. Try to cope.

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@Angiefranco1988

Thanks dad, for showing me what real music sounds like.

@ralfnorenberg3130

bien dicho-----tiene un papi vacano--

@Pantherboss-ue6ue

Elton john is your dad?!!

@ralfnorenberg3130

@@Pantherboss-ue6ue quit drugs--------

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