She is also the vocal part on Little Jackie, a project she does together with Adam Pallin.
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Springtime
Imani Coppola Lyrics
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You should be happy for your hips
You should be happy for your tits
But it ain't payin the rent
Nah, it ain't paying the rent
Where'd you learn how to walk?
Must've been in the dead of winter in New York City
Only somebody whose got no heat can act so sweet
Come on over, I'll fix you something to eat
Springtime, New York City
Livin' is easy, lovin' is free
It's springtime, New York
New York City, fuckin' New York
It's springtime, New York City
Livin' is easy, lovin' is free
It's springtime, New York
New York City, fuckin' New York
You can feed an army with your eyes
You can break a brick wall with your thighs
You can start a fire with your strut
You can break a neck with your butt
But, but it ain't paying the rent
Nah, ain't paying the rent
Woman, you better sit your ass down
When you're every guys bedtime lullaby, you better skip town
Gotta get a better pair of shoes for all that runnin' around
You better drive your winter ways back into the ground
Let's go pick up your soul at the lost and found
Springtime, New York City
Livin' is easy, lovin' is free
It's springtime, New York
New York City, fuckin' New York
It's springtime, New York City
Livin' is easy, lovin' is free
It's springtime, New York
New York City, fuckin' New York
Springtime, New York City
Livin' is easy, lovin' is free
It's springtime, New York
New York City, fuckin' New York
It's springtime, New York City
Livin' is easy, lovin' is free
It's springtime, New York
New York City
It's springtime, New York City
Livin' is easy, lovin' is free
It's springtime, New York
New York City, fuckin' New York
It's springtime
And you ain't got a dime
It ain't paying the rent, nah
Try a little harder, 'cause you're barely alive
Word of advice: get a job, biatch
The lyrics to Imani Coppola's song Springtime describe the struggles of a woman living in New York City who is relying on her physical appearance to make ends meet. She is told to be happy for her lips, hips, and tits, but acknowledges that it is not enough to pay the rent. The singer questions where the woman learned how to walk, suggesting it may have been in the dead of winter when she had no other way to stay warm. Despite her struggles, the woman is depicted as sweet and pretty, and the singer offers to fix her something to eat.
The chorus repeats the idea that living and loving is easy in springtime in New York City, but it is clear that this is not the case for the woman. She is still struggling to survive and relying on her physical appearance to make a living. The second verse describes the woman's abilities in graphic terms, suggesting that they could be used for more lucrative endeavors than simply paying the rent, but again, it is clear that she is barely surviving. The final verse offers a word of advice to the woman to get a job and try harder to improve her situation.
Overall, the lyrics of Springtime in 2-3 long paragraphs depict a woman who is struggling to survive in New York City by relying on her physical appearance. The singer acknowledges her struggles while also acknowledging her sweet and pretty nature. The repeated chorus provides a contrast to the struggles of the woman but also suggests that living and loving is not easy for everyone in New York City, particularly those who are struggling to make ends meet.
Line by Line Meaning
You should be happy for your lips
Be proud of your beauty, including your lips
You should be happy for your hips
Be proud of your curves and body shape
You should be happy for your tits
Be proud of your breasts
But it ain't payin the rent
Your looks won't pay the bills
Where'd you learn how to walk?
Your grace and beauty are stunning
Must've been in the dead of winter in New York City
You learned how to walk with elegance and poise in cold, harsh conditions
Only some honey who's got no money can look so pretty
Your poverty forces you to appear alluring to make ends meet
Only somebody whose got no heat can act so sweet
You act sweet to mask the reality of living without heat
Come on over, I'll fix you something to eat
Come to me, and I'll offer you a warm meal
Springtime, New York City
It's Springtime in New York City
Livin' is easy, lovin' is free
Life is simple and love doesn't cost anything
New York City, fuckin' New York
New York City is intense and passionate
You can feed an army with your eyes
Your eyes are captivating and can arouse anyone
You can break a brick wall with your thighs
Your thighs are strong enough to break down a brick wall
You can start a fire with your strut
Your walk can spark someone's interest
You can break a neck with your butt
Your butt is powerful enough to break someone's neck
Woman, you better sit your ass down
You should calm down and relax
When you're every guys bedtime lullaby, you better skip town
If you're seducing everyone, you should leave and start fresh
Gotta get a better pair of shoes for all that runnin' around
You need better shoes to handle all the time spent on the go
You better drive your winter ways back into the ground
Leave behind the cold and dark winter days
Let's go pick up your soul at the lost and found
Let's find your spirit and bring it back to life
It ain't paying the rent, nah
Your current situation won't cover your expenses
Try a little harder, 'cause you're barely alive
Put in more effort, or you'll continue to suffer
Word of advice: get a job, biatch
Advice to take control of your life and start working
Contributed by Grayson C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jaydia Simmons
She puts me in the mind of a hippie Macy Gray. The voice and wild hair coupled with the refreshing and at the same time raw in-your-face candidness. Music has been so dead and depressing lately that I refused to turn it on. Imani makes me want to turn it on and crank it up! I'm glad "Little Jackie" brought her to the light, before that I had never heard of her.
Sandra Jovic
Jaydia Simmons now that was a COMMENT! Right on, sis'. I agree, soooo much.
Fernando Cordeiro
I haven't heard of Imani after "Chupacabra"...but it seems she's in good shape.
Sandra Jovic
LOVE IMANI, LITTLE JACKIE and any music that is amazing!
Stabitha
OMG I remember seeing this when it aired on TV. Interesting to see how she evolved from the the kooky persona of Chupacabra era
PETEYIRISH
Excellent!
rudy gerdeman
love
arloted
the intro sounds a lot like the beginning of drain sth - I wish
Hannah Chorlton
the opening sounds like an oasis opening
Sandra Jovic
Hannah Chorlton OMG enough with the oasis comparison again, which even if we agreed with u, who cares.