1) A Finnish black/thr… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least 15 artists with this name:
1) A Finnish black/thrash metal band.
2) A Russian drum and bass producer.
3) A Christian rap/hip-hop artist.
4) A Japanese dance-pop/hip-hop boy band.
5) A South African soul-rock band.
6) A rock band fronted by vocalist Marge Raymond.
7) A Polish rock band.
8) An Estonian band.
9) A Serbian girl band.
10) An American hard rock band.
11) An American R&B female singer.
12) A Swedish hip-hop artist.
13) A British glam rock group.
14) A Stanic funk/reggae/salsa rock band.
15) A japanese hardcorepunk band
16) A Thai rock band stylized as FLAME (use tag เนเธเธฅเธก instead)
Swimming with Sharks
Flame Lyrics
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Never said a thing
Wait, wait, let me set the scene
It's been over ten years now
Swimming in the water with great white
Tiger-like hammerhead sharks
I've been overlooked, underpaid
Never said a thing
Everything ain't what it seem when
You see behind the scenes
It's a pretty scary thing when
You see who pulling strings
I done seen them sharp teeth looking
Deep in a shark's eyes
All I could do is pray I
Was prey in a shark's eyes
I just wanna rap for God
Wanna see some people saved
But I am so afraid if my publishing is shaved
Seeing royalty payments that break
Up loyalty statements
Since I started in the basement
I've been royalty shaded
I got a call, dude threatenin' to blackball
You know who you are
'Cause I said I wouldn't sign with y'all?
Why you wanna see the flame fall?
Is that what you in the game for?
Some people doubt, "Is the game over?"
You should really be ashamed
You can be a pain need to be tamed, dang bro
Take my kindness as weakness (alright)
Up execs ought to tweak this (what)
Rapping less about Jesus (yeah)
It's overwhelming egregious (I know)
When you see all the greediness (I know)
Capitalism at it's finest? (woo)
"Oh, you can break the glass ceiling
(or sellout) be a slave and just sign this"
Swimming in this industry ain't
Just with the fishes
You swimming with the bloodthirsty
Fame-seeking vicious
Cold-hearted, selfish-minded sneaky
Opportunists
Who will call another venue and then
Tell 'em they be foolish
If they book you 'cause they
Artist bring a better show
If you coming in this ocean
Even if you got a boat?
There's some people that's aboard
That's ready to overthrow
If you don't know how to swim
Then at least you better float
'Cause these sharks smell weakness
They'll eat you alive
I know that you was thinking that
We doing this for God
"Well, surprise!" certain guys coming
For your neck bring something to the table
They'll steal your connect
Take credit for it, discredit you and benefit
From your blood, it's messed up
It's levels to this disrespect
When predators see a threat
They be going all out
And you see them jaws out
Better know that Jaws out woo
What I been through, only God knows (ah)
All them long nights, only God knows
(God knows)
Will I be alright? Only God knows
Got me questioning the life here that I chose
(ah)
What I been through, only God knows (ah)
All them long nights, only God knows (ah)
Will I be alright? Only God knows (yeah)
I'm just trying to stay afloat, yeah
So much slander, so much dealing
While you swimming guard your heart
May you never compromise
Fall apart and become a shark
Every time when they plot my
Demise and they scheme (uh huh)
Then I cry
"Most High" and my God intervenes (yeah)
With a ram and a bush and
He fights all my battles
And they bribe and they push
With all their might
But it don't matter (na)
'Cause He guards, shields, rescues, saves
"You just stay faithful, pray, pray
You'll get your reward
Don't you ever change (no)
Focus on the Lord yeah
Keep preaching His grace
Keep telling the world
(what) that our Jesus saves
And we're protected and it's
All gonna pass away
Just keep it pushing, like"
Just keep swimming, just, just keep swimming
Just keep swimming, just, just keep swimming
Just keep swimming, just, just keep swimming
Just keep swimming, just, just keep swimming
Swimming
The song "Swimming with Sharks" by Flame offers a commentary on the challenges and trials faced by the artist in the music industry. In the first verse, Flame discusses being lied on and blackballed, indicating that he has faced deceitful actions and attempts to hinder his career. Despite these experiences, he chooses not to engage in negativity and instead sets the scene by sharing his journey over the past ten years. He compares navigating the music industry to swimming with dangerous sharks, symbolizing the cutthroat nature of the business.
The chorus emphasizes the ruthless and fame-seeking nature of individuals in the industry. Flame describes them as bloodthirsty, selfish, and opportunistic. He warns about the presence of people who will deceive and sabotage others for personal gain. The lyrics suggest that even if someone has a boat or some advantage, they must be cautious because there are always individuals ready to overthrow and undermine them. Flame acknowledges that swimming in this industry requires a level of expertise and resilience to survive and thrive.
The second verse delves deeper into the deceptive and exploitative practices within the music industry. Flame exposes the tactics used by certain individuals to steal credit for others' work and benefit from their efforts. He portrays them as predators seeking to devour their prey. The lyrics also express his frustration with the pressure to conform and compromise his beliefs. He acknowledges the levels of disrespect and betrayal faced when others see him as a threat.
In the bridge, Flame reflects on his journey and acknowledges that only God truly knows what he has been through. He questions if he will be alright, indicating the uncertainty and doubts he faces. However, he also finds solace in his faith and the intervention of a higher power. Through his relationship with God, Flame finds comfort, strength, and protection. He encourages the listener to stay faithful and focus on preaching Jesus' grace, asserting that all earthly struggles will pass away.
In summary, "Swimming with Sharks" is a reflection on Flame's experiences and observations within the music industry. Through vivid metaphors and personal anecdotes, he highlights the deceit, competitiveness, and exploitative nature of the industry. However, he also finds hope and resilience in his faith, reminding himself and others to keep pushing forward and stay true to their beliefs.
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Unknown2Yoo
All the years I've been listening to CHH I've always admired Flame for his faithfulness. Keep at it, brother, you are an encouragement.
Katherine Kersey
Im praying for you Flame. You let Jesus move you and had the courage to say things that needed to be said, but people didnt want to hear. Stay strong Flame Jesus is always with you and He's never leaving. A lot of "Christian rappers" are selling out or dont want to be defined as a Christian artist. It is a huge shame to see so many of them fall so low but keep your head up Flame! Dont let them get to you
TJ Ellsworth
Flame just keeps proving that He is one of the G.O.A.Tโs of Christian Rap
SC 81
This is a real track right here and a great video too. It's a few good men and women representing the Lord,in this dark industry..Much Love for Flame,Mike Real,and the others that rep with no compromise.. Transparency+Integrity=Respect ๐ฏ
Lil18thletterking
@PresidentWU who kept talking about money?
PresidentWU
Agreed. Used to love Christian Rap. My issue is not about how much Jesus is in your music. Its more about how you come off. Dissing the church, complaining, going on about how you got money, race baiting, talking clubs, I just want to be me blah blah. All sound negative. KJ52 even if to me was abit corney from 2002-2015 at least he still gave off the positive vibe. Not negativity stuff
SC 81
I agree bro!! He's real and authentic also..definitely in the conversation ๐ฏ
jholliday3
Twin 81 Eshon Burgandy
Salchi
Flame back spitting ๐ฅ always staying faithful to God
Awake Not Woke
This track is ๐ฅ and extremely true. Iโve been through the same thing! I still bump your music faithfully and youโre definitely one of the very few I allow to come out of my speakers! Blessings family!