Eva Simons was part a girlgroup called Raffish. Together with four other girls, she got a number one hit in the Netherlands called Plaything. She made one album with this girlband, How Raffish Are You? And 2 other singles were released from the album. Thursday´s Child and Let Go.
In May 2009 Eva Simons (Zaandam, The Netherlands, 17 March 1985) uploaded her electro-pop track 'Silly Boy' onto Youtube.com. Since then the song has attracted a large online fan community and became one of the most listened to tracks online, generating over 10 million clicks.
Billy Mann, President of New Music International and President of Global Artist Management, EMI Music, said, "Eva has taken the internet by storm and she already has a huge fan base that's just waiting for more. 'Silly Boy' captures her fabulous energy and strength of personality."
Renegade
Eva Simons Lyrics
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Put it up
Put it up
Put it up
Put it up
Put it up oh, oh
From clubs to the blocks
Ṗeople wan’ do things
Don’t wanna be lusty
Eyes are on, pressure’s on
Guns don’t stop
The primitives dark and,
Plunge about nothing
It’s never done, never gone
But guess if I was for the strong
So just be what you want to be, to be
Ah yeah, ah yeah, ah yeah,
Me I’m a renegade
Plus not into uh
Wanna be watching and pointing
Too busy guessing he’s calling
Not into huh
Ain’t saying anything,
Ain’t saying anything,
Yeah I’m a renegade
Plus
And only I, I can run this life
O-o-o-o-oh
Can’t price me, I’m priceless
So you can’t put no tags on me
Without me erupting
No key to unlock
I switch without warning
Roll ho I’m rolling
What I am, is who I am
Won’t hold back
Don’t expect no apology
If not I’m becoming
Understand, I’m keeping it moving
Cause if you can’t be yourself
You’re a shell
And can’t be anyone else
Could never be
Success is being who you are
You only!
Me I’m a renegade
Ṗlus, not into uh
Wanna be watching and pointing
Too busy guessing he’s calling
Not into huh
Ain’t saying anything,
Ain’t saying anything,
Yeah I’m a renegade
Plus
And only I, I can run this life
O-o-o-o-oh
Can’t price me, I’m ṗriceless
So you can’t put no tags on me
Without me erupting, erupting, erupting
My light will keep on shining on
Do what feels right
To me, myself and I
What ever comes I’m standing strong
Reinventing everything I know
My light will keep on shining bright
Bring what I want, only I define
The rules of how I live my life
More time breaking,
As I’m rocking now
O-o-o-o-oh
So walk the way you’re walking now
Do your thing as you bless your trail
Yeah walk the way you walk
Let the … see
Gon’ take you just the way you want tonight
And the only one to please is yourself,
Believe me, that’s what makes you a star
We are a renegade plus
And only I, I can run this life
O-o-o-o-oh
Can’t price me, I’m priceless
So you can’t put no tags on me
Without me erupting, eruṗting, erupting
Not watching anything that they’re saying
No, oh
Oh, decisions I’m the one who’s making
I’m me and there will be no faking
No, no-o-oh
So you can’t put no tags on me
Without me erupting, erupting, erupting
The song "Renegade" by Eva Simons is a powerful message about being true to oneself and not conforming to societal pressure. The song starts with the chant of "Put it up" repeated multiple times, inciting a feeling of rebellion and uprising. Eva then goes on to talk about how people want to do things, but they don't want to be judged or labeled with negative connotations like "lusty." The pressure is always on, but being a renegade means being strong and refusing to conform. She emphasizes that success is being who you truly are and not pretending to be someone you're not.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Me I'm a renegade," asserting that she is not interested in being just like everyone else. She encourages others to walk their own path and be true to themselves, without the need for validation from others. The lyrics "Can't price me, I'm priceless, so you can't put no tags on me without me erupting" communicates that she refuses to be defined or limited by others' judgment or criticism.
Overall, the song "Renegade" is a bold statement about individuality, self-acceptance, and fighting against conformity. It inspires listeners to embrace their unique qualities and live life on their own terms.
Line by Line Meaning
Put it up
Encouragement to put up something, to take action.
From clubs to the blocks
Activities occur from nightclubs to the street blocks.
People wan’ do things
People aspire to do things.
Don’t wanna be lusty
Do not want to be selfish.
Eyes are on, pressure’s on
There is public scrutiny and pressure.
Guns don’t stop
There is danger and violence around.
The primitives dark and,
The atmosphere is characterized by primitiveness and darkness.
Plunge about nothing
People are fighting or engaging in meaningless activities.
It’s never done, never gone
It is never resolved and always present.
But guess if I was for the strong
The statement indicates uncertainty.
So just be what you want to be, to be
A call to be oneself.
Me I’m a renegade
A declaration of being a maverick.
Plus not into uh
An indication of not being interested in something.
Wanna be watching and pointing
Interested in observing and criticizing.
Too busy guessing he’s calling
Too preoccupied with guessing someone's motives.
Ain’t saying anything
Not commenting on anything.
Yeah I’m a renegade
A reaffirmation of being a maverick.
And only I, I can run this life
An assertion of being responsible for one's life.
Can’t price me, I’m priceless
An indication of being invaluable.
So you can’t put no tags on me
A statement of not allowing others to label oneself.
Without me erupting
Something negative happens when others label or judge the person.
No key to unlock
No way to predict or control the person.
I switch without warning
Changes can occur unexpectedly.
Roll ho I’m rolling
The person is unstoppable.
Won’t hold back
The person does not self-censor.
Don’t expect no apology
Do not expect an apology.
If not I’m becoming
Some kind of transformation is happening.
Understand, I’m keeping it moving
The person is always moving and evolving.
Cause if you can’t be yourself
An assertion of the importance of being who you are.
You’re a shell
Being inauthentic makes one empty.
And can’t be anyone else
One cannot successfully imitate others.
Success is being who you are
Success comes from authenticity.
My light will keep on shining on
The person will keep being radiant.
Do what feels right
Do what is authentic and true.
To me, myself and I
An emphasis on individuality.
What ever comes I’m standing strong
The person is resilient in the face of adversity.
Reinventing everything I know
The person is always innovating.
Bring what I want, only I define
The person is self-determining.
The rules of how I live my life
The person sets their own rules.
More time breaking,
Often breaking the mold.
As I’m rocking now
Currently thriving.
So walk the way you’re walking now
Encouragement to be oneself.
Do your thing as you bless your trail
Do what you believe is right and blaze a trail.
Let the … see
Leave an impression.
Gon’ take you just the way you want tonight
Be yourself and enjoy yourself.
And the only one to please is yourself,
Focusing on oneself is important.
Believe me, that’s what makes you a star
Authenticity makes one special.
We are a renegade plus
A call to be a maverick.
Not watching anything that they’re saying
Disregarding criticism.
Oh, decisions I’m the one who’s making
Taking control of life decisions.
I’m me and there will be no faking
Emphasizing authenticity.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ANTHONY MICHAEL HAMILTON, EVA M SIMONS, MICHAEL ANTHONY HAMILTON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
AileenKnight
Profound respect for Eva Simons! She's awesome!
Team Vebotrim
This shit need to hit Spotify !
flarS
So sad it's not available on Spotify! ;(
Sharks17
Great song with a powerful and uplifting message. One of the most underrated tracks of this era.
Jan Trojak
:-* poprostu zajefajna ,więcej takich klipów( more that clip it soo fantastic)
emme15ws
She's amazing!!!! Seen her live yesterday and she was even better!!!!
Elliot Ronayne
I had no idea how popular she is getting. She's amazing. SUCH an inspiration.
İlhan Burak Özhan
dubstep, d&b, and perfect vocal. i want singers like her everywhere
Allan Bugg
Go for it Eva, you are Awesome, love the song.
Sean Johnstone
Eva keeps surprising me,i thought she had no more hits but this is great,beats r great,i hope its a big hit:)