The Traveler
Guru Feat. Donald Byrd Lyrics
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Somethin' to motivate you
The more travelin' I do
The more wise I become
I'm the traveler I go place to place
They see my face then I'm gone
I'm the traveler I go place to place
They see my face then I'm gone
Makin' power moves devourin' the grooves
Goin' city to city with the illest force (aiyyo)
Spannin' the glove like Wild World of Sports
I go to Japan, with plans to slam (aight)
I go to Spain and England, with knowledge to bring them
(crazy knowledge) I go to Holland, and then to Germany
You better learn to see I'll be here for eternity (a long time)
I go to Switzerland and travel to Sweden
And give the real heads jewels that they needin' (droppin' jewels)
I go to Italy and also to France
With the chance to enhance the dance (c'mon)
I tore up mad spots doin' shows all over
I wreck the stage, with East coast flavor (East coast)
But I go out West too, and build with my peoples (true)
Some can't conceive how I do what I do
I'm the traveler, I go place to place
They see my face, then I'm gone
I'm the traveler, I go place to place
They see my face, then I'm gone
I'm the traveler, I go place to place
They see my face, then I'm gone
I'm the traveler, I go place to place
They see my face, then I'm gone
Around the world and back yo, the steelo is fat yo (huge)
From blocks to continents, with mad impact (SMASH)
I got it like that, ringin' bells in the street
Midwest to Down South, I turn it out, kapeesh? (you understand?)
Wherever I go, they give it up (uh-huh)
They want to see me on the stage when I rip it up (rip it up)
Uptown, downtown, Crooklyn, Queens, Strong Island
Bronx, Shaolin, New Jersey, the brothers know I'm worthy (right)
Got to get the dough, got to run the show
My mental pops the topics when it's time to flow (word)
With expertise, I release more techniques than twelve hundred
Style's more than a hundred (mad styles) yes I run it
More game than a little, MC's dribble from the mouth when I hit
(uh-huh) The fuse is lit, makin your whole crew split
No myth (word), yeah
I'm whippin evil everywhere, ratification severely severe
(aight) So clearly you hear
Original aspects unlimited, significant thoughts
That make me different than (different than)
Most men who play the edge too close
And while they fall, I fill halls coast to coast (everywhere)
The dressing rooms I roam in is the scent of blessings (boom)
Soon as we rockets to the next spot to wreck em
I put the pure in the store, I got the cure (c'mon)
Like a doc-tor, switchin' from planes, to helicopters
MC's with your fake scowls, you smell foul, so I drop ya
(you stink) And then I walked away with your propers (allathat)
Of course I had stop ya
See now you lost your spot ta...the traveler
Makin' it right
"The Traveler" by Guru featuring Donald Byrd is a hip-hop track that speaks to the wisdom one gains through traveling. Guru describes himself as a "traveler" who goes from place to place, leaving his mark wherever he goes. He states that the more traveling he does, the wiser he becomes. The song alludes to Guru's experiences traveling around the world and performing for different audiences. Guru uses his knowledge of different cultures and experiences to enhance his performance and connect with his fans. He raps about traveling to various countries such as Japan, Spain, England, and Italy, and how he brings something different to each place he goes, including knowledge, realness, and a fresh sound.
The song's lyrics express Guru's appreciation for the value of travel and how it has helped him to grow personally and professionally. The themes of the song extend beyond just the personal journey of Guru, as it speaks to the importance of travel and exposure to different people, cultures, and perspectives. The song calls on listeners to embrace travel and exploration as a way to build their own wisdom and understanding of the world around them.
Overall, "The Traveler" is a powerful reminder of the value of travel and the positive impact it can have on an individual's personal growth and understanding of the world. It shows that travel can be educational, inspiring, and enlightening, and that it allows people to connect and learn from each other on a global scale.
Line by Line Meaning
Somethin' to motivate to
Looking for inspiration
Somethin' to motivate you
Searching for motivation
The more travelin' I do
Travel helps to gain valuable experiences
The more wise I become
Traveling helps to gain knowledge and wisdom
I'm the traveler I go place to place
The singer travels from one place to another
They see my face then I'm gone
The singer is always on the move and doesn't stay in one place for too long
Yes the traveler always on the move (keep it movin' baby)
The singer is constantly on the move
Makin' power moves devourin' the grooves
The singer is making progress by performing and improving his music
Goin' city to city with the illest force (aiyyo)
The singer travels from one city to another with great impact
Spannin' the glove like Wild World of Sports
The singer travels to different parts of the world like a sports player
I go to Japan, with plans to slam (aight)
The singer travels to Japan with the intention to perform well
You better learn to see I'll be here for eternity (a long time)
The singer plans to keep traveling and performing for a long time
I go to Switzerland and travel to Sweden
The singer travels to Switzerland and then to Sweden
And give the real heads jewels that they needin' (droppin' jewels)
The singer shares valuable knowledge and ideas while performing
I go to Italy and also to France
The singer goes to Italy and then travels to France
With the chance to enhance the dance (c'mon)
The singer wants to improve the quality of music through his performances
I wreck the stage, with East coast flavor (East coast)
The singer performs in his signature East coast music style
Got to get the dough, got to run the show
The singer wants to earn money and be successful in his career
My mental pops the topics when it's time to flow (word)
The singer has a good flow of ideas for his performances
With expertise, I release more techniques than twelve hundred
The singer is very skilled in his musical style and performing techniques
Style's more than a hundred (mad styles) yes I run it
The singer has a unique music style and he performs it well
More game than a little, MC's dribble from the mouth when I hit
The singer's performances are so good that other musicians seem to stutter or hesitate after him
The fuse is lit, makin your whole crew split
The singer's performance is so good that it makes other people want to leave
Original aspects unlimited, significant thoughts
The singer's thoughts and musical ideas are unique and valuable
That make me different than (different than)
The singer is unique and has a different music style than others
Most men who play the edge too close
The singer stands out from other musicians who play it safe and follow trends
And while they fall, I fill halls coast to coast (everywhere)
While other musicians fail, the singer is able to attract large audiences across the country
The dressing rooms I roam in is the scent of blessings (boom)
The singer feels blessed while traveling and performing
Soon as we rockets to the next spot to wreck em
The singer travels to a new place to perform
I put the pure in the store, I got the cure (c'mon)
The singer's performances are enjoyable for everyone and he is the best at what he does
Like a doc-tor, switchin' from planes, to helicopters
The singer is always traveling from place to place like a doctor
MC's with your fake scowls, you smell foul, so I drop ya
The singer is critical of other musicians who are not genuine or have bad attitudes
Of course I had stop ya
The singer stopped other musicians from performing because they were not good enough
See now you lost your spot ta...the traveler
The singer takes over the spot of other musicians who fail to perform well
Makin' it right
The singer is trying to make things better or perform well
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DONALD BYRD, KEITH ELAM
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