Steve Knight - Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
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Steve Knight - Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Dave Lopez - Electric and Acoustic Guitar
Flipsyde's music is an unconventional, yet harmonious mix of styles. The top and bottom of their innovative sound is straight-up Hip Hop while the middle punches with Rock. These parts are made whole through Piper's consummate MC skills and stinging rhymes, Steve Knight's emotive voice & adhesive melodies plus Dave Lopez' inspired Latin-flavored flourishes of blazing guitar.
Of course ... Flipsyde is a natural amalgam in a post-modern world where cultures, beliefs and music collide like wrecking balls but, at once, coexist, interlace and augment our everyday human experience.
At first, the backgrounds and influences of the three members that make up Flipsyde appear disparate, but, upon closer inspection, their common thread of passion, politics and commitment to music becomes evident.
Piper is a razor-sharp MC from the streets of Oakland, California whose distant childhood memories of an intermittent father from Brazil opened a window of curiosity to the Portuguese language and the bigger world outside. He weaves both interests liberally with a wicked flow to form precise rhymes. Focused and resolutely opinionated about the political landscape of our times, Piper can shift effortlessly between dazzling bravado and indictment of national and international policy.
Steve Knight's grainy vocals betray the gravely road he's tracked from his spiritual roots of Alabama to a tour of duty in the U.S. Coast Guard and through a self-described "chemical" journey from which he emerged more driven and committed to pursue his love of music in the Oakland scene.
A loyal disciple of the Bay Area music community, Dave Lopez originally immigrated to the U.S. from Chile where he was born and raised until his early adolescence. He carried with him - and has always harbored - a passion for the rhythms of South America and the melodic cadences of Chile's bold and deep-rooted musical traditions.
When asked to describe Flipsyde's unique sound, Piper offers the following analogy: "Our music is like water, it has no form but can cover you ... or morph into anything."
Piper and Knight were originally signed to the same Bay Area indie label where they had each been working on separate projects. They often helped one another by trading rhymes or guitar parts on each other's tracks. But, it wasn't until 2003, in Oakland's Soundwave Rehearsal Studios, that Dave - working there at the time - happened to cross the pair's path.
"Steve barged into me," remembers Lopez of their initial meeting, "and it really irked me. But then he started to play 'Someday' and I was in awe. I thought right away that I might have something to contribute to it and we've been jamming ever since that day."
In addition to serendipitous timing, Piper, Knight and Lopez also share a common dedication to unity and political awareness. This message comes across loud and clear in Flipsyde's lyrics.
"It doesn't matter where you come from, how rich or poor you are or what your religion is," says Knight. "You can break down the walls and communicate. You can gain strength from these things and come together."
Flipsyde's debut album on Cherrytree/Interscope Records is aptly titled "We the People." As Piper explains "It's 'We the People ... of the world;' a new declaration of independence without political boundaries. Our music promotes unity, peace and the empowerment of people." Lopez adds with a confident smile: "Our music is a big mess of love."
No More
Flipsyde Lyrics
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From the world to the grave
From the grave to the heavens and my spirit
From the liquor to the drugs
To the police and the thugs
To my prayers and hope that he hears it
Little kids in the street
Never sleep never eat
To the hell on this Earth
Gettin' hot gettin' worse
'Cause were cursed nobody can stop us
Take a look see the sights that I've seen
See the lust see the greed jealousy and killin'
Walk the walk that I've walked
All alone in the dark overtaken by this feelin' that I'm feelin'
Touch the hand that I've touched
In the night what a rush turning blue so could and breathless
See the bars and the chains on your wrist on your brain
Feel the pain of a grown man's death wish
Is this all there is cause I don't want it no more
Is this all there is cause I don't want it no more
Is this all there is cause I don't want it no more
Is this all there is cause I don't want it no more
That's right little mama just keep on walkin' to school
Don't stop and talk to them fools
Tryin' to holla while they sippin' on brew
Cause you're gonna lose
Got to stay focused keep your mind on your dreams
Don't get hypnotized by the bling
Deep inside you must believe and you'll succeed
Cause all we're given is a chance
They play the music and we dance
And ain't no way to make it last if we don't stop and listen
It could be over in a flash
When you killin' for that cash
Flip an Apache and blast 'em with Tomahawk missiles
Moqtada al Sadr Bin Laden Al Qaeda
They all multiplyin' and hidin' and George can't find 'em
And even if he did and killed them then another would come
We makin' enemies faster than we could pick up a gun
Is this all there is cause I don't want it no more
Is this all there is cause I don't want it no more
Is this all there is cause I don't want it no more
Is this all there is cause I don't want it no more
From my soul to my heart
From the ending to the start
In between it's an art and I live it
From one person to the next
All respect no regrets
If you next you got it then give it
Share a hug share the love
We can rise up above
If we try we can fly up to the heavens
All my brothers and my sisters
We can make it if we listen to each other
And just keep on
Is this all there is cause I don't want it no more
Is this all there is cause I don't want it no more
Is this all there is cause I don't want it no more
Is this all there is cause I don't want it no more
And I can see this change comin'
The lyrics to Flipsyde's "No More" speak to the struggles of life and the desire for change. The song begins with a reflection on the cycle of life, from birth to death and beyond. It then delves into the harsh realities of the world, from poverty and hardship to crime and addiction. The verses are both personal and universal, describing the experiences of the artist while also pointing to larger societal issues.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Is this all there is cause I don't want it no more," expressing a desire for something more than the pain and struggle of everyday life. The song ends on a hopeful note, with a call for unity and a shared determination to rise above the difficulties we face.
Overall, "No More" is a powerful commentary on the human condition and the need for change. The lyrics are insightful and thought-provoking, evoking a sense of empathy and understanding for those who are struggling.
Line by Line Meaning
From the womb to the world
Life begins at birth and continues until death.
From the world to the grave
Life is a journey that ends with death.
From the grave to the heavens and my spirit
Death is not the end, as spirits continue to exist after death.
From the liquor to the drugs
Alcohol and drugs can lead to addiction and negative consequences.
To the police and the thugs
Law enforcement and criminal behavior often clash.
To my prayers and hope that he hears it
In times of need, people often turn to prayer and hope for guidance and support.
Little kids in the street
Children often face hardships because of their parents' struggles.
Never sleep never eat
Those who are struggling often face sleeplessness and hunger.
Carry burdens of their mommas' and the papas'
Children often bear the weight of their parents' problems and struggles.
To the hell on this Earth
The world can be full of pain and suffering.
Gettin' hot gettin' worse
Problems and suffering can escalate and worsen over time.
'Cause were cursed nobody can stop us
It feels like certain struggles and negative cycles are impossible to overcome.
Take a look see the sights that I've seen
The singer has witnessed many negative aspects of life.
See the lust see the greed jealousy and killin'
Negative human traits, such as greed and jealousy, can lead to violence and killing.
Walk the walk that I've walked
The singer has experienced their own struggles and hardships.
All alone in the dark overtaken by this feelin' that I'm feelin'
The artist has felt hopeless and overwhelmed by their struggles.
Touch the hand that I've touched
The artist has experienced their own struggles and encountered others who are struggling as well.
In the night what a rush turning blue so could and breathless
Negative experiences can be overwhelming and leave a lasting impact.
See the bars and the chains on your wrist on your brain
Incarceration can be both physical and mental, trapping individuals.
Feel the pain of a grown man's death wish
Suicidal thoughts and desires can be painful and lead to tragedy.
That's right little mama just keep on walkin' to school
Advice to keep pushing forward and focusing on education.
Don't stop and talk to them fools
Avoid negative influences and distractions.
Tryin' to holla while they sippin' on brew
People who are distracted by alcohol and drugs are not worth one's time and attention.
Cause you're gonna lose
Negative influences will not lead to success and should be avoided.
Got to stay focused keep your mind on your dreams
Advice to maintain focus and work towards one's goals.
Don't get hypnotized by the bling
Material possessions should not distract from what is truly important.
Deep inside you must believe and you'll succeed
Belief in oneself is necessary for success.
Cause all we're given is a chance
Success is not guaranteed, but everyone deserves a chance.
They play the music and we dance
People are often influenced by outside forces and do not realize it.
And ain't no way to make it last if we don't stop and listen
Without awareness and reflection, success cannot be sustained.
It could be over in a flash
Life is unpredictable and can end suddenly.
When you killin' for that cash
Violence and killing are often motivated by money.
Flip an Apache and blast 'em with Tomahawk missiles
Violence and war are destructive and hurt many innocent people.
Moqtada al Sadr Bin Laden Al Qaeda
References to specific individuals and groups associated with terrorism and war.
They all multiplyin' and hidin' and George can't find 'em
Terrorist groups continue to evade capture despite efforts to stop them.
And even if he did and killed them then another would come
There will always be new individuals and groups fighting and causing destruction.
We makin' enemies faster than we could pick up a gun
Negative human behavior is causing an increase in conflict and enemies.
From my soul to my heart
The singer's emotions and feelings.
From the ending to the start
Life is cyclical and experiences can repeat themselves.
In between it's an art and I live it
Living life requires skill and creativity.
From one person to the next
Experiences and struggles are not unique and affect many people.
All respect no regrets
It is important to treat others with respect and not have regrets about how we treat others.
If you next you got it then give it
Generosity and giving back is important.
Share a hug share the love
Affection and compassion can bring people together.
We can rise up above
Human resilience and perseverance can lead to success.
If we try we can fly up to the heavens
With effort and determination, anyone can achieve their goals.
All my brothers and my sisters
People should come together and support each other.
We can make it if we listen to each other
Active listening and communication are critical to success.
And I can see this change comin'
The singer sees a positive change on the horizon.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: Bruce Roberts, Paul F Jabara
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Andrew George
This song reminds me so much of one of my life long buddies that died not too long ago. Me and my best friend balled our eyes out and listened to this song to get by. I can't even listen to it without crying anymore. Love you bro, always thinking of you. RIP
No No No
Funny story, I shoplifted this album when it first came out on accident, I grabbed the wrong CD but man it was a great mistake, I loved this album.
Arila Rose
How i wish we could hear this kind of music again.. Feeling Nostalgia
Brian Crater
This is honestly one of the best songs
Asteroid ☄️
When i listen to this song,i remember my brother who past away last year,he loved this song more thn anything,i really missed him RIP lil bro
Caleb Glendenning
Thank you Flipsyde for great music keep it coming please.
Ryan Baumy
Probably my favorite song ever!!!!
Mark Hunt
Talented peoples there ! keep it goin, respect !
Zkellington
Love this song so much^^!
Waverunner15708
just sickness... just greatness.... just flipsyde