New Day
JAY Z & Канье Уэст Lyrics

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Yeah, uh (sun in the sky, you know how I feel)
me and the RZA connect (breeze driftin' on by)
Yeah, me and the RZA connect (breeze driftin' on by)
(It's a new life for me, for me, for me, for me)
(Ooh, ooh, and I'm feelin' good)

Yeah uh, and I'll never let my son have an ego
He'll be nice to everyone, wherever we go

I mean, I might even make 'em be Republican
So everybody know he love white people
And I'll never let 'em leave his college girlfriend
And get caught up with the groupies in the whirlwind
And I'll never let 'em ever hit the telethon
I mean even if people dyin' and the world ends
See, I just want him to have an easy life, not like Yeezy life
Just want him to be someone people like
Don't want him to be hated, all the time, judged
Don't be like your daddy that would never budge
And I'll never let him ever hit a strip club
I learned the hard way, that ain't the place to get love
And I'll never let his mom move to L.A.
Knowin' she couldn't take the pressure, now we all pray

(Sun in the sky, you know how I feel)
(Breeze driftin' on by, breeze driftin' on by)
(It's a new life for me) me and the RZA connect
(For me, for me) me and the RZA connect (ooh, ooh)
(And I'm feelin' good)

Sorry junior, I already ruined ya
'Cause you ain't even alive, paparazzi pursuin' ya
Sins of a father make yo' life ten times harder
I just wanna take ya to a barber
Bondin' on charters, all the shit that I never did
Teach ya good values, so you cherish it
Took me twenty six years to find my path
My only job is cuttin' the time in half
So at thirteen we'll have our first drink together
Black bar mitzvahs, mazel tov, mogul talk
Look a man dead in his eyes
So he know you talk truth when you speak it, give your word, keep it
And if the day comes I only see him on the weekend
I just pray we was in love on the night that we conceived him
Promise to never leave him even if his mama tweakin'
Cause my dad left me and I promise never repeat him
Never repeat him, never repeat him

(Sun in the sky, you know how I feel)
(Breeze driftin' on by, you know how I feel)
(Breeze driftin' on by, you know how I feel)

(It's a new life for me yeah)
(It's a new life for me)
(Ooh, ooh, and I'm feelin' good)

(Sun in the sky, you know how I feel)
(Breeze driftin' on by, you know how I feel)
(Breeze driftin' on by, you know how I feel)
(It's a new life for me)
(It's a new dawn, it's a new day)
(It's a new life for me)

(Ooh, ooh, and I'm feelin')
(Birds flyin' high, you know how I feel)

Overall Meaning

In the song "New Day" by JAY Z and Kanye West, the lyrics delve deep into the struggles and desires that come with fatherhood. The opening lines set a tone of optimism and renewal, symbolized by the sun in the sky and the gentle breeze drifting by. The connection between the artists, JAY Z and RZA, signifies a new beginning and a fresh start in life.

As the lyrics progress, JAY Z expresses his aspirations for his son, emphasizing the importance of humility and kindness. He vows to guide his son to be respectful and compassionate towards everyone, regardless of their background. There's a poignant moment when he reflects on the pitfalls of fame and influence, mentioning his own experiences and the lessons he's learned along the way. He wants his son to lead an easier life, free from the hardships and burdens he faced.

The notion of legacy and responsibility is palpable in the verse where JAY Z acknowledges the impact his own actions may have on his son, even before his son is born. The weight of past mistakes and the desire to provide a better future for his child are evident in his words. He envisions creating lasting memories with his son, imparting valuable lessons and instilling strong moral values.

The closing lines of the song emphasize the father's hopes for a new beginning, a fresh start for his son. JAY Z reflects on his own journey and the struggles he faced, determined to break the cycle of abandonment and disappointment that he experienced. The song concludes with a sense of hope and optimism, symbolized by the new day dawning and the feeling of renewal and positivity in the air. Overall, "New Day" is a heartfelt reflection on fatherhood, legacy, and the profound impact of parental guidance on a child's life.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Leslie Bricusse, Anthony Newley, Robert Diggs, Mike Dean, Kanye West, Shawn Carter

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