Starting out as a hip-hop producer at the age of 13, Dapperton made the switch to his current sound after a serious hospitalisation and the failure of his laptop.
Pairing infectious, nostalgia-laden tunes with high-concept filmclips, lauded for their high-concept cinematic execution, has proven to be a recipe for success. Blowing up through 2017, with two EPs dropped, and fans and the press alike taking notice, Dapperton's future looks bright.
Nomadicon
Gus Dapperton Lyrics
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Of lacking rest but I can't stop obsessing with myself
When I come back you think that I've been solo for a spell
Oh you don't know me so well
I hate it that I hurt you just for fun
It tasted like the perfect medicine
'Cause I'm elated over burnsStomach turns, sneaky snickers for her
I didn't mean to take you for a spin
But I just need an angel by my hip
'Cause I'm completed when you bruise up
Abusive, I love the use of you
Your eyes are deep for I can see a snare right where I stood
Privacy is kind to me I care just like a crook
You lie to me and hide in hopes this ride would get me hooked
But I already decided
I hate it that I hurt you just for fun
It tasted like the perfect medicine
'Cause I'm elated over burns
Stomach turns, sneaky snickers for her
I didn't mean to take you for a spin
But I just need an angel by my hip
'Cause I'm completed when you bruise up
Abusive, I love the use of you
Nomad why'd I come back home, back
To a goon a ghost I'm
Gazing through a hole, oh, no more
Nomad why'd I come back home, back
To a goon a ghost I'm
Gazing through a hole, oh, no more
I hate it that I hurt you just for fun
It tasted like the perfect medicine
'Cause I'm elated over burns
Stomach turns, sneaky snickers for her
I didn't mean to take you for a spin
But I just need an angel by my hip
'Cause I'm completed when you bruise up
Abusive, I love the use of you
The lyrics to Gus Dapperton's song Nomadicon delve into the singer's inner turmoil surrounding his personal relationships. The opening lines suggest that he is aware of his own carelessness and tendency towards obsessing over himself, despite lacking rest. He also acknowledges that those closest to him may not fully understand him or his actions. The chorus reveals his self-destructive tendencies, as he confesses to hurting those he cares about for his own pleasure. He compares the feeling to the perfect medicine, indicating that he may be addicted to causing pain.
In the second verse, he seems to address someone specifically, accusing them of lying and attempting to manipulate him. He acknowledges the snare they set for him but ultimately decides to move on from the situation. The chorus repeats with the same self-destructive tendencies revealed. The outro is repeated twice, with the singer questioning why he returned home and expressing a feeling of being trapped and "gazing through a hole."
Overall, the lyrics to Nomadicon paint a picture of a person struggling with their own demons and engaging in unhealthy behaviors in their relationships. It seems the singer is aware of the damage he is causing but cannot help himself. The song conveys a sense of confusion and aimlessness, with the title suggesting a feeling of drifting without a home.
Line by Line Meaning
A look at best for carelessness is strenuous to sell
It's difficult to convince others that carelessness is a desirable trait
Of lacking rest but I can't stop obsessing with myself
Even though I'm tired, I can't help but focus on my own problems
When I come back you think that I've been solo for a spell
After taking some time to myself, you assume I've been alone for a while
Oh you don't know me so well
Actually, you don't really know me that well
I hate it that I hurt you just for fun
I feel guilty for causing you pain without a valid reason
It tasted like the perfect medicine
But at the same time, hurting you made me feel better in some twisted way
'Cause I'm elated over burns
Seeing the physical or emotional pain I caused you makes me feel happy
Stomach turns, sneaky snickers for her
It makes my stomach ache, but at the same time, I find it amusing
I didn't mean to take you for a spin
I didn't intend to lead you on or manipulate you
But I just need an angel by my hip
I'm trying to find someone to make me feel better
'Cause I'm completed when you bruise up
But it seems like I only find satisfaction when I see the effects of my actions on you
Abusive, I love the use of you
I recognize that my behavior is abusive, but I still can't help but use you to feel better about myself
Your eyes are deep for I can see a snare right where I stood
Your eyes reveal that you're trying to trap me somehow
Privacy is kind to me I care just like a crook
I value my privacy, even though I know I'm not always honest or trustworthy
You lie to me and hide in hopes this ride would get me hooked
You try to deceive me, hoping that I'll become dependent on you
But I already decided
But I've made up my mind and won't be easily manipulated
Nomad why'd I come back home, back
I'm wondering why I even bothered coming back
To a goon a ghost I'm
To someone who's not really there or a part of my life
Gazing through a hole, oh, no more
But now I can see things more clearly
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Brendan Patrick Rice
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