Palmer was born in Toronto, Canada. Growing up, Palmer lived in both the Lawrence Heights and Jane and Finch neighborhoods in Toronto. In order to keep him out of trouble, his parents transferred him to a Catholic school. As young as age 11, Palmer began writing poetry and turning those poems into raps. He began recording and rapping under the name Raheem by age 14. Palmer counts Pharrell and Andre 3000 among his early influences.
Poison
Jahkoy Lyrics
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No one else will do
I'll keep it 100
If you believe in me
Like I believe in you
Then we can make sweet loving
They gon' hate it 'cause we making love
Got all these things I wanna do to ya
And I'ma make sure that I get 'em done
'Cause you got me open
Just like a token, girl
I drank the potion
I took a shot
And it's just the motion
I'll take your love for what it's worth
Got me feeling like there's heaven on earth
Staring you down girl, where you been?
The illest girl, I'll say it again
You tell me that you're only getting older
Baby I don't wanna hold you back
You act like I didn't get to know ya
Where you been, where you be at
I know all that
Everything is on the hour like the military
And If I want it then I got it, I get on it like it's missionary
Plus I'm looking at the right one
And you're all I see, just a young visionary
Taste the love that we make
Trace the steps that we take
Work so hard for one break
Girl come lay where I lay
You know me, where I stay
We roll up and roll out
You and I the new bound
I go down, you go down
Yea, girl you know I want you bad
They gon' hate it 'cause we making love
Like a special kind of 1 of 1
Got all these things I wanna do to ya
And I'ma make sure that I get 'em done
'Cause you got me open
Just like a token, girl
I drank the potion
I took a shot
And it's just the motion
I'll take your love for what it's worth
Got me feeling like there's heaven on earth, yeah
Staring you down girl, where you been?
The illest girl, I'll say it again
Wanna hit that spot and make it feel right baby
Wanna get you hot then put you on ice baby
'Cause you got me open
Just like a token, girl
I drank the potion
I took a shot
And it's just the motion
I'll take your love for what it's worth
Got me feeling like there's heaven on earth
Staring you down girl, where you been?
The illest girl, I'll say it again
In "Poison" by Jahkoy, the singer expresses his desire for his lover to reciprocate his deep feelings. He makes it clear that he only wants her and no one else will do. He promises to be honest with her and keep it real if she believes in him like he believes in her, and together they can create something beautiful through their love-making. The singer acknowledges that there may be those who disapprove of their love, but he doesn't let that stop him from wanting to explore their connection. He has a list of things he wants to do to her and he's not going to stop until he's done them all.
The chorus repeats the idea that the girl has a hold on him, like a "token" or a charm. He's consumed by her love potion, to the point where taking a shot feels like just a motion. The singer has found an incredible sense of happiness and fulfillment in their relationship, feeling like he's living in heaven on earth. He admires the girl's strength and perseverance, knowing that she's been through a lot in life but he doesn't want to hold her back. He wants to build a future with her and enjoy all the moments they share together, both physically and emotionally.
Line by Line Meaning
I need it from you
I need to have a special relationship with you.
No one else will do
I don't want a relationship with anyone else.
I'll keep it 100
I'll be honest with you.
If you believe in me
If you trust me.
Like I believe in you
Like I trust you.
Then we can make sweet loving
Then we can have a close and intimate relationship.
They gon' hate it 'cause we making love
Other people may criticize our relationship because of how close and intimate we are.
Like a special kind of 1 of 1
Our relationship is very unique and special.
Got all these things I wanna do to ya
I have many desires and plans for our relationship.
And I'ma make sure that I get 'em done
I am determined to fulfill those desires and plans.
'Cause you got me open
I am vulnerable and deeply connected to you.
Just like a token, girl
I am yours to keep and hold onto.
I drank the potion
I have fallen under your spell.
I took a shot
I took a risk in our relationship.
And it's just the motion
Our relationship is driven by strong emotions and feelings.
I'll take your love for what it's worth
I value your love and affection, no matter what it may be.
Got me feeling like there's heaven on earth
Being with you makes me feel unbelievably happy and content.
Staring you down girl, where you been?
Looking deeply into your eyes, wondering about your past and experiences.
The illest girl, I'll say it again
You are the most remarkable and amazing girl I have ever met.
Wanna hit that spot and make it feel right baby
I want to satisfy you in every way possible.
Wanna get you hot then put you on ice baby
I want to excite you and also cool you down.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: CHRISTOPHER SEAN PATRICK VIDAURE
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