Something Real
Iamdoechii Lyrics


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(2SC) mh, mh
Can we rock for a minute, yeah
Let it rock for a minute, yeah
Let it rock for a minute, yeah, ay
Yeah, ay, yeah, uh, yeah

Hey child, I've been missin' you for a while
You look so beat down, you've been out of town
Where is your playground?
I know I ain't been 'round in a minute
Seen that you ain't cried in a minute
One fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish
Truth is we've ain't dived in a minute, oh (talk to 'em)

Today could be the day
That I revive an old friend, uh
That could be the day
That I revive a new sense of freedom
Passion and completion
Don't you know that, uh

You got that something real
You got that something real
You got that something real
And I'm home, uh

You got that something real
You got that something real
You got that something real
And I'm home

Even when they off, lights off
Cameras on flash with the brights off for you
Lost, in the barbeque sauce
Did everything to be a big boss
But it cost, your loss
When it all falls down, is your fault
And you toast
Be-doo, be-doo, be-doo

Good news is, you are your influence
Something 'bout you is true is
What you choose to do with your light
It's so bright, it's so goddam invitin'
Your child is alive
Baby, won't you let it shine? Ooh

Today could be the day
That I revive an old friend, uh
That could be the day
That I revive a new sense of freedom
Passion and completion
Don't you know that

You got that something real (something real)
You got that something real (something real, yeah)
You got that something real
And I'm home (home, to-na-na-na-na)
(Talk to 'em, yeah) (let's try this)

You got that, uh yeah
You got that, you got that light
You got that, uh yeah
You got that, you got that light
You got that, yeah (got-got-got that light)
You got that, you got that light (got it)
You got that light, uh, can't stop my shine (got it)

You got that, ooh ah
Give me some, that ooh ay
You got that, ah aye
Give me some, that mh ay
You got that, ooh-ooh, ooh-ah, ooh ay (alright now)
You got that light (uh-huh), you got that light (uh-huh)
You got that shine, give me some of that

(Alright now)




(Yeah)
(Mh)

Overall Meaning

The song "Something Real" by Iamdoechii is about reconnecting with an old friend after a long time apart and recognizing that they still have something special and genuine. The lyrics suggest that the friend was going through a tough time, as they looked "beat down" and had been "out of town" for a while. The singer vows to revive their friendship and help them find a new sense of freedom, passion, and completion. The title of the song "Something Real" refers to the connection and authenticity that the singer feels with this friend, which they describe as "so bright" and "inviting."


The lyrics also touch on the idea of being true to oneself and one's own influence. The singer mentions that "something 'bout you is true" and encourages the friend to let their own light shine. The song implies that the friend may have been trying to be someone they're not ("everything to be a big boss"), which may have led to their struggle and eventual breakdown ("when it all falls down, is your fault"). However, the singer reminds them that they have "something real" and encourages them to embrace their true self.


Line by Line Meaning

(2SC) mh, mh
Introductory sounds expressing interest and readiness to engage in conversation or activity.


Can we rock for a minute, yeah
Asking if they can take a moment to engage in a fun and exciting activity.


Let it rock for a minute, yeah
Encouraging the continuation of the fun and exciting activity for a brief time.


Hey child, I've been missin' you for a while
Addressing a person affectionately and acknowledging their absence for some time.


You look so beat down, you've been out of town
Observing that the person looks down and has possibly been away for a while.


Where is your playground?
Asking where the person finds enjoyment and relaxation in their life.


I know I ain't been 'round in a minute
Admitting to not having been in touch or seen the person recently.


Seen that you ain't cried in a minute
Noticing that the person has been strong and not shown signs of being distraught recently.


One fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish
Referencing the famous Dr. Seuss book to express confusion and stress that has caused an inability to connect with the person previously.


Truth is we've ain't dived in a minute, oh (talk to 'em)
Acknowledging that a deeper connection or discussion has not happened in some time, and inviting the person to talk openly.


Today could be the day
Commenting on the potential of the present moment to be significant and impactful.


That I revive an old friend, uh
Suggesting that they can rekindle an old relationship or part of themselves that has been neglected.


That could be the day
Reiterating the importance and potential of the present moment.


That I revive a new sense of freedom
Identifying the possibility to experience newfound liberation and release from past struggles or limitations.


Passion and completion
Listing affirmations that support and invite the idea of personal progress and achievement.


Don't you know that, uh
Emphasizing and encouraging the importance of these affirmations.


You got that something real
Complimenting the person on possessing a genuine and authentic quality or trait.


And I'm home, uh
Describing the feeling of comfort or belonging that someone brings.


Even when they off, lights off
Acknowledging that even in difficult or dark times, the person still shines and stands out.


Cameras on flash with the brights off for you
Continuing to acknowledge the brightness and prominence of the person even in challenging circumstances.


Lost, in the barbeque sauce
Making light of a difficult situation or decision, referencing getting lost in the sauce or confusion.


Did everything to be a big boss
Admitting to having done all that was necessary or possible to achieve a certain level of success or power.


But it cost, your loss
Admitting that the pursuit of external success or validation has come at a personal cost or sacrifice.


When it all falls down, is your fault
Acknowledging the role of personal responsibility in the face of adversity or failure.


And you toast
Acknowledging the potential to overcome challenges and celebrate personal wins and accomplishments.


Good news is, you are your influence
Highlighting the power and responsibility that an individual has to shape their own life.


Something 'bout you is true is
Complimenting the person on their authenticity and genuineness.


What you choose to do with your light
Emphasizing the importance of using one's natural talents or qualities to make a positive impact on the world.


It's so bright, it's so goddam invitin'
Describing the person's impactful and compelling nature in a powerful way.


Your child is alive
Encouraging the person to embrace and nurture their inner child or sense of youthful fervor and curiosity.


Baby, won't you let it shine? Ooh
Inviting the person to express their inner light and embrace their true self.


You got that, uh yeah
Celebrating and affirming the person's natural talents and qualities.


You got that, you got that light
Repeating the refrain and compliment of the person's inner light.


You got that, yeah (got-got-got that light)
Affirming the strength and importance of possessing authenticity and genuineness.


You got that light, uh, can't stop my shine (got it)
Asserting that the person's inner light is so powerful that it can't be overshadowed by external forces.


Give me some, that ooh ay
Asking for more of the person's inner radiance and energy.


Give me some, that mh ay
Continuing to express the desire to experience the person's positive and compelling energy.


You got that, ooh-ooh, ooh-ah, ooh ay (alright now)
Celebrating and emphasizing the person's unique and powerful energy and qualities.


You got that shine, give me some of that
Expressing enthusiasm and desire to share in the person's positive and impactful nature.


(Alright now) (Yeah) (Mh)
Closing statements expressing general agreement, enthusiasm, and affirmative vibes.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Jaylah Hickmon

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