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."
Time
Flipsyde Lyrics
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Time is on your side
It's a lovely ride
You want to step inside
Time
Time is on your side
It's a lovely ride
You want to step inside
When the time tic Pipe rhyme sick
Call em' Jorginho Pull a dime chick
Run with a click like Al Pacino in the God Father
Bitch why bother fahgetaboutit
I'll bang ya grand daughter if she in college
Don't ever doubt it
Keep it cracked open like crack flowin' in western Oakland.
Tryin' to stack somethin' from rap bustin' and keep on goin"
Like a drive by I ride high
With 90 guys that shoulda died high from bad vibes in 95
But I surprise guys
Never been thuggin' robbin or muggin doin' my thizzle
But kept under you gotta love 'em bodies is missin'
Sleepin' with fishes feedin' the worms
If I ain't eatin' then I ain't concerned
I'm out of time
Time
Time is on your side
It's a lovely ride
You want to step inside
Time
Time is on your side
It's a lovely ride
You want to step inside
We all fit to glide
Now I'm breathin inhalein' for the first time
Heart beatin keepin' the rhythym as I rhyme
And I can't take a second cause it ain't mine to take from dawn to late
I'm riding the wave It's my fate singing
I'm ready for love I'm ready for hate I'm ready for shame bring it my way
Hey hey you touch me you feel me your my little lady from New Orleans
Smoke me down walk the streets with the ghost in the middle of the night
Just hey I'm headin' out West in search of faith in search of faith
And the pain stops when the rain drops its like sex 'n
Feelin' the beat from the heat and then keep flexin'
Next is continue stepin' and never stressin'
No second guessin' just believe
Receive the blessen'
Time
Time is on your side
It's a lovely ride
You want to step inside
Time
Time is on your side
It's a lovely ride
You want to step inside
We all fit to glide
I'm up at Bens Burgers Fuck what you heard of
Throw ya turf up on my CBR side show jerkin' and pickin' work up
On the sidewalk weavin' through cars doors is ajar
See them ghetto boys high as Uranus Saturn and Mars
This be the new Bay run in with pistols and lay 'em down
Cause ain't no new yay sufferin' shortages in the town
Bring in the new day
When it's no politicians and cops and ain't nobody starvin' and broke and nobody sellin' rocks
Time
Time is on your side
It's a lovely ride
You want to step inside
Time
Time is on your side
It's a lovely ride
You want to step inside
Yeah
Flipsyde's song "Time" is about time and its various aspects. The song begins with a chorus that insists that time is on your side, and it's a "lovely ride." It suggests that time is something that we should all aim to step inside of and glide with. The song also acknowledges the value of time, and how it can be both a precious and elusive thing. The first verse talks about the rush of time and how it can be overwhelming. The lyrics here talk about keeping up with the pace of time, and how it can feel like a rollercoaster ride.
The second verse talks about the passing of time and the importance of living in the moment. The lyrics suggest that the singer is aware that time is limited, and they can't afford to waste any of it. The lyrics also suggest that time is something that can't be taken for granted, and that each moment must be cherished. In the third verse, the lyrics discuss the darker side of time. The lyrics suggest that time can be harsh and unforgiving, that people can lose time through crime or poverty, and that the world can be a harsh and unforgiving place. The lyrics end with an upbeat refrain suggesting that time can be used positively to bring about a better world.
Line by Line Meaning
Time
The concept of time
Time is on your side
Time can be advantageous, and it's a common notion that we have plenty of it
It's a lovely ride
Time can be beautiful and enjoyable
You want to step inside
It's desirable to experience time
We all fit to glide
We are all suited to move through time
When the time tic Pipe rhyme sick
When the clock ticks and my pipes hit, my rhymes are impressive
Call em' Jorginho Pull a dime chick
My name is Jorginho, and I know how to attract attractive women
Run with a click like Al Pacino in the God Father
I roll with a gang like Al Pacino in The Godfather film
Bitch why bother fahgetaboutit
Why even bother, forget about it
I'll bang ya grand daughter if she is in college
I'll sleep with your granddaughter if she's in college
Don't ever doubt it
Don't question my words
Keep it cracked open like crack flowin' in western Oakland.
I keep my options open as crack is flowing in Western Oakland
Tryin' to stack somethin' from rap bustin' and keep on goin'
I'm trying to accumulate wealth from rapping and continue to succeed
Like a drive by I ride high
I have a feeling of satisfaction and excitement like a drive-by shooting
With 90 guys that shoulda died high from bad vibes in 95
I am still alive and doing well while many of my acquaintances from 1995 did not survive
But I surprise guys
Despite their expectations, I am still alive and successful
Never been thuggin' robbin or muggin doin' my thizzle
I have never been involved in criminal activities; I'm doing my thing
But kept under you gotta love 'em bodies is missin'
I'm not a criminal, but I'm still loved despite the fact that some people are missing
Sleepin' with fishes feedin' the worms
Those who are missing are likely dead and decomposed
If I ain't eatin' then I ain't concerned
If I'm not making money, I'm not concerned
I'm out of time
My time is up
Now I'm breathin inhalein' for the first time
I'm alive and experiencing everything for the first time
Heart beatin keepin' the rhythym as I rhyme
My heart is beating in rhythm with my lyrics
And I can't take a second cause it ain't mine to take from dawn to late
I can't waste even a second because time is fleeting
I'm riding the wave It's my fate singing
I'm enjoying life and fulfilling my destiny while singing
I'm ready for love I'm ready for hate I'm ready for shame bring it my way
I'm comfortable experiencing all emotions, including love, hate, and shame
Hey hey you touch me you feel me your my little lady from New Orleans
You're my lady, and I have a connection with you from New Orleans
Smoke me down walk the streets with the ghost in the middle of the night
I'm having a good time despite the challenges and potential haunting of the night
Just hey I'm headin' out West in search of faith in search of faith
I'm looking for faith as I head west
And the pain stops when the rain drops its like sex 'n
After it rains, the pain ceases, and it feels like sex
Feelin' the beat from the heat and then keep flexin'
I'm feeling the rhythm, and I'm going to keep going
Next is continue stepin' and never stressin'
My next step is to keep going, and I'm not going to worry
No second guessin' just believe
I'm not going to doubt my abilities and just believe in myself
Receive the blessen'
I'm receiving blessings and being grateful for them
I'm up at Bens Burgers Fuck what you heard of
I'm at Ben's Burgers despite negative rumors
Throw ya turf up on my CBR side show jerkin' and pickin' work up
Come show your street pride on my motorcycle and participate in street performance while making money
On the sidewalk weavin' through cars doors is ajar
We're riding our bikes on the sidewalk and there are open car doors
See them ghetto boys high as Uranus Saturn and Mars
We see the boys from the hood, and they are high as planets
This be the new Bay run in with pistols and lay 'em down
This is the new Bay Area; we run around with guns and are willing to use them
Cause ain't no new yay sufferin' shortages in the town
There are no new drug problems and shortages in the town
Bring in the new day
Embrace the new era
When it's no politicians and cops and ain't nobody starvin' and broke and nobody sellin' rocks
When there are no politics, cops, or people are starving, broke, or selling drugs
Yeah
Agreement or affirmation
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JINHO HAKIM FERREIRA, DAVE LOPEZ, STEPHEN ALTON SMITH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
amely ehri
love this song...!!!
ConnorShawMusic
nice!! killin it
killthewall
ROCK THAT SHIT !
Stalee Indye
Still flipsyde ✌️
RunawayStatue2010
they shouldnt have censored it, i bought the import and it has this video uncensored
piter80257
Do anybody know a lyric of THIS (on concert) song?
The Last Sasquach
Trust censorship to mess it all up. this would have been my first listen to this song. The words that are censored are in the dictionary and used by everyone of all ages!
wolfafe
dat censour though, i thought video was buffering HEUHUEHU
reallunacy
Censoring is killing the song.
bartekgrajek
Remember you could watch a video without an annoying commercial? Remember when music videos were uploaded by USERS not VEVO? Remember the yellow suscribe button at the top? Remember when you didn't have a limit to favorites? Remember when you could rate a video 1-5 stars? Remember when all of the info was to the right of the video? WE MISS THE OLD YOUTUBE! Post this in every video and lets start a youtube riot! Thumbs up to keep this @ the top of the page!!