1) A Canadian musician … Read Full Bio ↴There are two acts under the name Ian Kelly:
1) A Canadian musician from Montreal, Quebec.
2) An American rapper from Oakland, CA, signed to producer 9th Wonder's Jamla imprint. He released his debut project Champian in 2018, followed by Kellz is Dead in January 2021.
Snow
Ian Kelly Lyrics
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I know I come to you like a virus, spreading your sins making you so sad
I came over last night to cease your fears you thought your actions made me so damn
As I was climbing up the frozen stairs I thought if you we're there I'd be so glad
And all the people in the streets are blind they cannot see that you're one of a kind
And even though you sometimes irritate we need to learn how to appreciate
I won't live for spring, I won't wait to sing
The snow won't get me down
Even though you complain that winter's long
By the end of December you're gone
And when the warmth of summer's not at rest
You cannot tolerate its hot caress
When my baby's sitting in the cold
With her red cheeks and her kisses I stole
I thank God for the white coat on the trees
You need to learn to love your enemies
No, it won't get me down
The song "Snow" by Ian Kelly is about a person who feels guilty for their sins and seeks comfort from someone they’ve hurt. The person acknowledges that their father won't always be there to fix their mistakes and that they themselves have brought sadness to the person they’re reaching out to. They come over to make amends and express their appreciation towards the person they've wronged. They also discuss how the people around them are blind to their actions and qualities, but despite the person’s irritating habits, they need to learn to appreciate them.
The chorus of the song emphasizes that snow won't get them down- even though the coldness of winter and the reminders of their sinful actions can be difficult to bear. The person realizes that their sins have brought them to where they are, but they won’t let the guilt hold them back. They won’t wait for spring to start living again, and they won't let the snow get them down.
Overall, the song is about accepting one's mistakes and taking ownership of the consequences, both good and bad, that come with them. It’s about finding comfort in others, forgiving oneself, and choosing to move forward without being weighed down by past mistakes.
Line by Line Meaning
Daddy isn't always there to save your skin when you did something bad
I acknowledge that sometimes one needs to face the consequences of their actions, without expecting someone else to save them from it.
I know I come to you like a virus, spreading your sins making you so sad
I understand that my actions might influence yours adversely, and even though I am fully aware of this, I still come to you and transfer some of your sins on me, leaving you feeling sad.
I came over last night to cease your fears you thought your actions made me so damn
I visited you last night to help you overcome your fears and show you that your actions did not make me feel as terrible as you thought they did.
As I was climbing up the frozen stairs I thought if you we're there I'd be so glad
While going towards you, amidst the cold and harsh weather, I contemplated how nice it would be if you were right there with me.
And all the people in the streets are blind they cannot see that you're one of a kind
I realize that not everyone acknowledges or understands how unique you are, and how truly remarkable your qualities make you.
And even though you sometimes irritate we need to learn how to appreciate
Although sometimes your behavior might seem vexing or bothersome, we should learn how to value and recognize the good things about each other.
And this has brought us here, but the snow won't get me down
Despite the struggles and trials that we faced, I refuse to allow the snow, which represents the difficulties in life, bring me down.
I won't live for spring, I won't wait to sing
I won't merely live for the prosperous and comfortable times, but I'll keep on singing no matter whatever the circumstances are.
Even though you complain that winter's long, By the end of December you're gone
You grumble about how prolonged the winter season is, but eventually, you get over it as December ends.
And when the warmth of summer's not at rest, You cannot tolerate its hot caress
You find it hard to cope when the warm and balmy weather of summer becomes unbearable and oppressive.
When my baby's sitting in the cold, With her red cheeks and her kisses I stole, I thank God for the white coat on the trees
As I sit with my partner in the cold, her frozen cheeks glowing red, I realize how grateful I am for the white coat of snow that covers the trees, an emblem of the beauty of nature even in the harshest of climates.
You need to learn to love your enemies
It is important to love and understand even those who might not seem like our friends, as such understanding leads to the appreciation of their viewpoint and opinions.
No, it won't get me down
Despite the harsh qualities of the season, the snow will not dampen my spirits or bring me to a point of sadness or despair.
Lyrics © White Turtle Publishing, Évangeline/APEM
Written by: Ian Kelly Couture
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