Inverse is as real as it gets. Through son… Read Full Bio ↴1) Inverse from US - hip hop
Inverse is as real as it gets. Through songs that are upbeat, emotional, bracing and oftentimes lighthearted accounts of their true life experiences, the two California-bred rappers share distinct similarities and differences that form the basis and balance for their music. Rapping under their given names, emcees Toby (of Inverse) and Tunji appear extremely different on the surface - one white, one black; one from a Jewish household, the other raised Muslim; one raised in Los Angeles, the other in the bay area by Nigerian parents. What they share is a passion for music that transcends any labels. With their honest brand of soulful, straightforward hip hop, the group is part of a newly emerging generation of artists born in the '80s, raised by hip hop in the '90s, and poised to help revitalize the culture in the 2000s.
Formed in early 2001, the group cut early demos and songs with Swedish producers Soul Supreme (KRS-One, Big Daddy Kane, Pete Rock) and K-Laz while still in their teens, leading to internet acclaim and video airplay on MTV Europe (for “The Reason,” chosen as the single from K-Laz’s album The Soulsnatcher). The group spent the next few years playing shows all over California and forming alliances with rising hip hop artists QN5 Music (Tonedeff, CunninLynguists, Pack FM, Extended Famm, etc.), Brother Ali, Little Brother and Trek Life. Choosing to hone their mic and songwriting skills before officially releasing any music, the group recorded and shelved several songs before preparing their first project So Far, a collection of old and new songs and collaborations with close friends that introduces Tunji and Toby to the world. Not to be confused with their forthcoming debut album, the group describes So Far as “a look at who we are, what we’re about, and what we’ve been working on - 14 original songs, some old, some new, all Inverse.”
Readying their debut album Long Day's Journey for a 2008 release, Inverse draws on influences as far-reaching as OutKast, Michael Jackson, Nina Simone, Atmosphere and The Beatles, but most importantly from themselves and the world around them. Executive produced by A Piece Of Strange Music (the production duo of Deacon The Villain and Kno), the album will feature collaborations with Brother Ali, CunninLynguists, 9th Wonder, M-Phazes and more. The music is refreshingly honest, soulful and raw, anchored by poignant, personal rhymes and catchy melodies. Tunji and Toby rap truthfully about happiness, pain and everything in between, sounding only like themselves. Though only just getting started, Inverse stands poised to help usher in the next phase of hip hop music – just make sure you remember the name.
2) Inverse from Czech republic - metalcore
This band from Ostrava mixes influences from metal and hardcore genres and tries not to be "just another metalcore band".
3) inVerse is an underground rock band formed in Saint-Petersburg, Russia in 2005. When sticking to genres, inVerse’ sound may be tentatively described as “conceptual post-punk, dream-pop and post-hardcore-tinged music” although this definition is only based on the number of influences, which are mostly from the 80’s and 90’s. It does not entirely cover what can be heard both on the live performances and on the band's 2012 debut album 'A Record'.
Within the existence period the four boys have passed a long way starting from amateur indie-pop that used to sound a lot like twee (mostly due to the band members’ ineptitude for playing musical instruments at that time). Fortunately, it had not taken them so long to start doing something much more serious since the new guitar player joined the band and changed inVerse’ direction into a darker one. Later on, the experiments with the new songs’ structures as well as extended gigging experience forced the emergence of a really thoughtful sound, yet being well-combined with earnest and personal lyrics.
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Alternative last.fm page for SPb band: https://www.last.fm/music/In+Verse
Rise and Shine
Inverse Lyrics
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Makes me want to raise my fist and say
Let's rise and shine
It's time to face the world
There's something about a day like this that
Makes me want to raise my fist and say
Let's rise and shine
It's time to face the world
If I died tonight, I'mma keep living through words I've used
Standing out in the rain singing the curbside blues
See I'm a street smart rapper with a nerd's IQ
Just staring down at the world giving my bird's eye view
This life's short so I'm taking it one day a time
Then I relive it through the stories that I say in my rhymes
Stay in my grind
And I'm praying to find
A way to design the colors that display in my mind onto the song's canvas
I'm trying to write out all my wrong answers
And beat the odds cause they say that I ain't have strong chances
Success always starts with a dream but
The closer that it gets it's like the farther it seems
Growing up I never cared about the stars on the screen
And never fell for the marketing schemes targeting teens
I'm a free spirit, experienced life and breathe lyrics
My momma taught her son to be fearless
And I'm laid back because the west is my home
I got these bill collectors calling me and texting my phone
I left them alone, decided they were stressing my dome
I knew it all when i was younger and so much less when I'm grown alone
A lost angel in the city of dreams
It ain't as pretty as it seems on the video screens
It's hideous things, but still I got the sun in my face, running in place
But we gonna make it one of these days because
There's something about a day like this that
Makes me want to raise my fist and say
Let's rise and shine
It's time to face the world
There's something about a day like this that
Makes me want to raise my fist and say
Let's rise and shine
It's time to face the world
Tomorrow is not what it used to be
And although forgotten, the youth I see walk in my shoes
Opportunity knock and soon to be lost when obstacles move in between
If all I got is the shoes on my feet
I refuse to be part of the cycle
And although my parents won't view it as me
Truth is I see more of them features creeping through as we speak
Trying to grow as an artist and a man
When your life is in the music and it all begins to blend
It's a give and take, of all the more I can
That's always been a part that's so hard to understand
I know some day, I want to be a dad
But the thought of fatherhood makes you got to get a grasp on your life
And any problems that you had
Can't wander when the kid is there, walking in your path
Trying to find some peace in myself
And at the same time maybe reach someone else
At the least I can speak what I felt
In the moment knowing that I leave nothing held back
If I was blessed with a second turn
I search for what direction works and step with purpose
Wouldn't stress against a worry
Being less I hurry I guess it's a lesson learned
There's something about a day like this that
Makes me want to raise my fist and say
Let's rise and shine
It's time to face the world
There's something about a day like this that
Makes me want to raise my fist and say
Let's rise and shine
It's time to face the world
By: @willianfrancas
The lyrics to Inverse's song Rise and Shine are about the power of a new day and the determination to face whatever may come. The chorus repeats the phrase "let's rise and shine, it's time to face the world" which serves as a call to action, encouraging listeners to be proactive and start their day with a positive attitude. The song shows the importance of being present in the moment and taking life one day at a time.
The verses focus on self-reflection and personal growth. The first verse talks about living on through words and using music as a way to tell stories about life experiences. The second verse is about striving for success despite challenges and obstacles. The lyrics touch on themes of motivation, self-belief, and taking control of your own destiny.
The song as a whole sends a message of hope and resilience. It acknowledges the difficulties of life while emphasizing the importance of staying optimistic and striving for personal success.
Line by Line Meaning
There's something about a day like this that
There's a special feeling that comes with days like today that
Makes me want to raise my fist and say
It inspires me to fight and declare
Let's rise and shine
Let's wake up and be ready to face the day
It's time to face the world
It's time to confront whatever the world has in store for us
If I died tonight, I'mma keep living through words I've used
Even if I passed away, my legacy will live on through my music
Standing out in the rain singing the curbside blues
I'm not afraid to express myself and my struggles publicly
See I'm a street smart rapper with a nerd's IQ
I have street knowledge but also intellectual depth
Just staring down at the world giving my bird's eye view
I have a unique perspective on life and like to observe from above
This life's short so I'm taking it one day a time
I'm living life in the moment and not taking anything for granted
Then I relive it through the stories that I say in my rhymes
I use my experiences to tell stories in my music
Stay in my grind
I'm focused on working towards my goals
And I'm praying to find
I hope to discover
A way to design the colors that display in my mind onto the song's canvas
I want to translate my creative vision into my music
I'm trying to write out all my wrong answers
I want to learn from my mistakes and grow
And beat the odds cause they say that I ain't have strong chances
I want to succeed despite the challenges and doubters
Growing up I never cared about the stars on the screen
Fame and popularity never mattered to me as a child
And never fell for the marketing schemes targeting teens
I was never fooled by marketing ploys aimed at young people
I'm a free spirit, experienced life and breathe lyrics
I'm an independent person who has lived life and uses my experiences in my music
My momma taught her son to be fearless
My mother instilled bravery in me when I was young
And I'm laid back because the west is my home
I'm relaxed and comfortable because I'm from the west
I got these bill collectors calling me and texting my phone
I'm dealing with financial struggles and debt
I left them alone, decided they were stressing my dome
I chose to ignore them because they were causing me too much stress
I knew it all when i was younger and so much less when I'm grown alone
As a young person, I thought I knew everything, but as I've matured, I realize I know very little
A lost angel in the city of dreams
I feel out of place and uncertain in the place where people come to pursue their dreams
It ain't as pretty as it seems on the video screens
The reality of the city is not as glamorous as it appears in media
It's hideous things, but still I got the sun in my face, running in place
Even though there are negative aspects to the city, I'm still moving forward with positivity
But we gonna make it one of these days because
I have faith that we will eventually succeed
Tomorrow is not what it used to be
The future is uncertain and constantly changing
And although forgotten, the youth I see walk in my shoes
I see myself in the younger generation and remember what it was like to be young
Opportunity knock and soon to be lost when obstacles move in between
Opportunities can be easily lost when obstacles arise
If all I got is the shoes on my feet
Even if I have nothing else, I still have my determination and desire to succeed
I refuse to be part of the cycle
I don't want to be stuck in the same cycle of failure and despair
And although my parents won't view it as me
Even if my parents don't agree with me
Truth is I see more of them features creeping through as we speak
I see more of my parents' qualities in myself as I grow older
Trying to grow as an artist and a man
I'm striving to improve both my professional and personal life
When your life is in the music and it all begins to blend
When music is such a big part of your life, it can be hard to separate it from your personal life
It's a give and take, of all the more I can
Career success requires both taking opportunities and giving back to the industry
That's always been a part that's so hard to understand
The balance between giving and taking is difficult to grasp
I know some day, I want to be a dad
One day, I hope to become a father
But the thought of fatherhood makes you got to get a grasp on your life
The thought of being a role model for a child forces you to take control of your life
And any problems that you had
And resolve any personal issues
Can't wander when the kid is there, walking in your path
You can't be lost when you have someone looking up to you
Trying to find some peace in myself
I'm searching for inner peace and clarity
And at the same time maybe reach someone else
And hopefully inspire others with my music
At the least I can speak what I felt
At the very least, I can express my emotions through my music
In the moment knowing that I leave nothing held back
I give my all in my music and hold nothing back
If I was blessed with a second turn
If I were given a second chance
I search for what direction works and step with purpose
I would find the right path and move forward determinedly
Wouldn't stress against a worry
I wouldn't stress about any worries or obstacles
Being less I hurry I guess it's a lesson learned
I would slow down and learn from my past mistakes
Contributed by Alyssa N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Taylor Horan
Solid beat... still as fresh as it was five+ years ago
forthosewholovemusic
This song is amazing! Has a good feel to it!
Chantay M
So glad I went through my favorites playlist and reminiscing. I appreciate music like this.
Ps whoever is the young lady doing the beautiful ad-libs, you have a gift.
2dope4ya1970
Very nice! Chill vibe... Big up!
kcwill913
finally.. happy, positive rap. finally
robdAK
great stuff
iZurdoh
Toby you the man
Toby Ganger
thanks!
Elevated Forces
Positive Hip Hop? I'm down with that:)
Taylor Horan
Basketball beat?? Nice!!