Elliphant was born in Stockholm, Sweden. At a young age she was introduced to travelling by her grandma, who took her to India at the age of 16. Following her journey to India, she decided to begin travelling the world. She stated in an interview that she had again spent time in India and also Burma.Her travelling allowed her to spend a summer travelling across the UK. She was heavily influenced by the urban sound when in London. One her return to Stockholm, she is said to have developed skills as an MC.
Her career began with the release of her debut single Tekkno Scene in 2012. The track featured Adam Kanyama, and was positively received. The music video for the song was uploaded on Elliphant's YouTube Channel in April 2014. Following the release of the song, it went onto feature on the award winning soccer video game, FIFA 13. Following the release of the song, it was likened by some to have a similar feel to a M.I.A. track.
Following the release of her first single, Elliphant released the track Down on Life, with the Official Music Video featuring in December 2012 on Pitchfork's YouTube channel. The music video went onto secure over 1 million views on the channel. The success of the song was recognised by many, with Katy Perry tweeting that it was "of the most bad ass music videos I've seen in a long time".
Pitchfork said the song showed off "a faint smidge of softness", when compared to her first two singles, Tekkno Scene and Ciant Hear it. During the same article, it was announced that she would be releasing her first EP, which would be self-titled. It was also stated that she shared the same management and production as Icona Pop and Niki and the Dove. Collectively they have been said to be a shift towards Swedish Electro Pop.
In January 2013, she released her first EP, which was titled Elliphant. The debut EP featured four sings and a remix, including her the tracks Ciant Hear It and Down on Life. The remaining tracks were two new songs, Make it Juicy and In the Jungle, with the EP's fifth track coming in the form of a remix of the In the Jungle track. The two new tracks were positively received on Elliphant's YouTube channel.
Following the release of her first EP, she featured in a short interview with Idolator, stating she was signed by Dr. Luke's label and that her upcoming Swedish album would be called A Good Idea. In the summer of 2013, Elliphant stated that she had worked in the studio with Skrillex in Stockholm. During the same interview, she also stated that one of the main reasons she worked with Diplo, was because of the track Down on Life.
In July 2013, Elliphant released a music video for the track, Music is Life. The song would go on to feature on her debut album. On 9 October 2013, she released her debut album in her native Sweden, titled A Good Idea.[17] The album featured a number of artists and producers, including Niki & the Dove. A Good Idea also featured the hit Down on Life, which had appeared on her debut EP. The album also featured the track, More Fire. In early 2014, the track had received recognition as it was the first collaboration between herself and fellow Swedish artist, Niki & The Dove.
Look Like You Love It
Elliphant Lyrics
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Pond full of [?], we gon' share it
Run for life, you can't solve this
My [?] suck it, you can't touch this
I see you, can you handle it?
Take my mind, that's a ride and look like you love it
Look like you love it, come and look like you love it
Use that mind give your tears a chance
Just for a moment make them important
My [?], spread your Zen
You wake up every morning in the fat man's bed
You 'bout too little, this planet small
We are forever, you make the call
"I don't understand," said, "I don't understand"
"I don't understand," said, "I don't understand"
You better shut your motherfuckin' [?]
They got the answer, they got their roots
We both got the [?], and we both [?]
They got the answer, they got their roots
We both got the [?], and we both [?]
They got the answer, they got their roots
We both got the [?], and we both [?]
They got the answer, they got their roots
Look like you love it, come and look like you love it
Look like you love it, come and look like you love it
Look like you love it, come and look like you love it
Use that mind give your tears a chance
Just for a moment make them important
Look like you love it, come and look like you love it
Look like you love it, come and look like you love it
Use that mind give your tears a chance
Just for a moment make them important
Times in, this shit's spicy
Come smoke them [?], maybe you can try
Harder, we run the city
It looks just like fuckin' from the city in my sin
You down for Ellie, you down for BAS
You don't even know I'm gonna fuck you pretty yard
Hey, listen up with the Elliphant
Love for run, and look like you love it
Look like you love it, come and look like you love it
Look like you love it, come and look like you love it
Use that mind give your tears a chance
Just for a moment make them important
Look like you love it, come and look like you love it
Look like you love it, come and look like you love it
Use that mind give your tears a chance
Just for a moment make them important
Huh, look like you love it
Like you love it come and like you love it
Like you love it come and like you love it
Like you love it come and like you love it
Like you love it come and like you love it
Like you love it come and like you love it
Like you love it come and like you love it
Like you love it come and like you love it
Like you love it come and like you love it
The first verse of Elliphant's "Look Like You Love It" sets the tone for the entire song. Elliphant challenges listeners to take a chance and fully immerse themselves in life, saying "Take my mind, that's a ride and look like you love it". She encourages them to try new things, break free of their inhibitions and just "look like you love it". Elliphant then goes on to speak about the pressures society puts on individuals and how difficult it can be to navigate them. She says "You wake up every morning in the fat man's bed", referring to the societal pressures people face to conform to certain ideals of beauty and success. She urges listeners to ignore these pressures, using the lines "Use that mind give your tears a chance. Just for a moment make them important". In other words, take a break from the daily grind, and embrace your emotions to find peace and joy.
The second verse, though at times difficult to decipher, uses hard-hitting language to further illustrate modern life's pressures. Elliphant sings about the judgement of others and the false sense of superiority that can come from pretending to know everything. She sings "They got the answer, they got their roots. We both got the [?], and we both[?]." This could be interpreted as a commentary on the "know-it-all" nature of society today. She then makes a reference to some sort of potentially dangerous situation in lines "Times in, this shit's spicy. Come smoke them [?], Maybe you can try. Harder, we run the city." Although the specific situation is not clear, this is yet another reminder to let your hair down, take some risks and "look like you love it".
Line by Line Meaning
Bring it up, me can't hear it
Raise the volume, I can't hear it
Pond full of [?], we gon' share it
We have plenty of resources, let's share them
Run for life, you can't solve this
This problem is too big to solve, run for your life
My [?] suck it, you can't touch this
I am in control, don't try to interfere
I see you, can you handle it?
I see you, can you handle the challenge?
Take my mind, that's a ride and look like you love it
Join me on this journey and show enthusiasm
My [?], spread your Zen
My positive energy spreads, let yours do the same
You wake up every morning in the fat man's bed
You are living a life of luxury
You 'bout too little, this planet small
You are insignificant, the world is small
We are forever, you make the call
We are infinite, it's up to you to decide what to do with that knowledge
"I don't understand," said, "I don't understand"
Confusion and frustration
You better shut your motherfuckin' [?]
Stop talking or you will regret it
They got the answer, they got their roots
Others may think they have it figured out
We both got the [?], and we both [?]
We both have something unique to offer
Times in, this shit's spicy
Things are heating up
Come smoke them [?], maybe you can try
Join us for a good time, take a chance
Harder, we run the city
We are powerful and in control
It looks just like fuckin' from the city in my sin
Our actions may appear reckless or sinful to outsiders
You down for Ellie, you down for BAS
Are you on board with our movement and message?
You don't even know I'm gonna fuck you pretty yard
We will impress and surprise you
Hey, listen up with the Elliphant
Pay attention to Elliphant's message
Love for run, and look like you love it
Embrace the love for life and show it
Huh, look like you love it
Express enthusiasm and passion
Like you love it come and like you love it
Show genuine love and interest
Use that mind give your tears a chance
Take time to reflect and feel your emotions deeply
Just for a moment make them important
Take a moment to prioritize your feelings and emotions
Writer(s): David Andrew Sitek Copyright: Chrysalis Music, Federal Prism
Contributed by Dominic C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Julien Ceccon
Sorry, but this track is... just pure gold! 😎
shirley kutzner
Love the beat and then she goes spitting the best lyrics love this song! I Love eliphant!
Gabriel Molina
muito boa essa musica, tremendo batidão !!!
Jonathan Ontiveros
Sick! i love elliphant! :)
Briana Jones
I like the song look like you love it by elliphant 😉😍😍😍
Solo Dizzle
Dat Bas! Shit goes hard! Turnt up!
shirley kutzner
Where's the person who throws the lyrics in the comments for us. I'm missing you during this song. Need to know every word lol.
RandyRhoads84
"look just like the fucking fungus sitting in my sill" she's fucking G
rosario smith
Crazy hot Elliphant words to this song who would of though of it wow
Kasia Adamska
❤❤❤❤❤