from Weston, Florida who has had a meteoric rise in the music industry. In January of 2011 the
multi-talented musician who taught himself to play the drums and guitar at a young age, put out
a few homemade music videos on YouTube which immediately created a buzz and attracted the
attention of music business insiders who began to guide Jake on his journey.
Ever since Jake Miller began posting his original songs on YouTube a few years ago, the 21-year-old Miami-born pop artist has been building a virtual army of fans. His millions of social media community followers call themselves the Millertary and come to his concerts wearing camouflage and greasepaint under their eyes. They are devoted to Miller’s irresistible musical blend of pop and hip-hop, combined with the positive messages in his songs.
Miller has independently released two EP’s: 2012’s Spotlight and 2013’s The Road Less Traveled, which debuted at No. 1 on the iTunes Hip-Hop chart. His full-length album, 2013’s Us Against Them, sold over 33,000 copies and peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard Rap chart. One of MTV’s 2014 “Ones to Watch” artists, Miller has shared stages with Mac Miller, Flo Rida, Sean Kingston, Asher Roth, Jason Derulo, Cody Simpson, Austin Mahone, and Sammy Adams at various radio festivals, including Y-100’s Jingle Ball and the Calle Ocho Festival in Miami, where he performed for a crowd of more than 200,000 screaming fans. He also sold out a 43-city House of Blues Tour before a major record deal, driven primarily by his incredible social-networking presence.
Now Miller is set to extend his reach even further, having signed to Warner Bros. Records, and will release his new single “First Flight Home” on July 5th. Produced by Danish songwriter-producer Cutfather (The Wanted), the track is an irresistible calling card for Miller, who credits Eminem, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, and Drake as inspirations. Hailing from the South Florida community of Weston, Miller began rapping when he was 17, but began to take it more seriously a year later when his YouTube videos caught the attention of local news and radio stations. This led to his first-ever live performance — a plum slot opening for Snoop Dogg in 2011.
Having built the Millertary on his own, Miller is looking forward to seeing what he can achieve with the support of Warner Bros. Records behind him. “It’s obviously a dream come true,” he says. “The night that I signed my record deal we released a video with my family and friends in it, popping champagne and celebrating, it was the greatest night of my life.”
Ghost
Jake Miller Lyrics
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I guess I’m not the only one
This one’s for the kids that walk around with their hoodies up
No one to talk to and and on the verge of givin’ up
Same shit, different day, nothing seems to work out
Headphones on, always tryin’ to tune the world out
And this one’s for the kids that get picked last
Why not? I bet no one would even notice
‘Cause no one really cares when you’re down, feeling hopeless
And this one’s for the kids that at lunch sit slone
So embarassed you pretendin’ that you’re on the phone
But then you realize that it doesn’t really help
‘Cause ain’t nobody on the line, you’re just talking to yourself
And it stinks, right?! Yeah, I know
Sometimes it feels like you’re on your own
Trust me, you were not the only one, life has only just begun
Just remember that you’re not alone
I’m just a ghost, oh-hoo (yeah)
They’re staring right at me, (right at me)
Looking right pass me, (right pass me)
I’m just a ghost oh-hoo (yeah)
Who do I turn to (Who do I turn to)
When I feel see-through? (yeah, see-through, yeah)
I’m just a ghost, but I’m not the only one,
I guess I’m not the only one
Like you feel invisible, but I can see you
You’re callin’ out, nobody’s answering, but I can hear you
They don’t like me, they don’t get me, they don’t feel my pain
But there’s a million people out there who relate to you or feel the same
Yeah, so just smile and you’ll be alright
When you’re feeling like a ghost blowing through the air
Remember stars still shine in the darkest nights
Even when you can’t see ‘em, they’re always there
Yeah, so keep your eyes up to the sky
We’re all in this together, we gonna make it if we try
It’s hard when you’re feeling like you’re lost and forgotten
And you got no one around to dry your tears, when you cry
And it stinks, right?! Yeah, I know
Sometimes it feels like you’re on your own
Trust me, you were not the only one, life has only just begun
Just remember that you’re not alone
I’m just a ghost, oh-hoo (yeah)
They’re staring right at me, (right at me)
Looking right pass me, (right pass me)
I’m just a ghost oh-hoo (yeah)
Who do I turn to (Who do I turn to)
When I feel see-through? (yeah, see-through, yeah)
So tonight, I’ma fly up to the sky and let the whole world see me
And if you’re feeling how I’m feeling you should come along with me
It’s the last time you’ll ever look pass me again
I’m not a ghost, I’m more alive than I’ve ever been
I’m let the whole world see me
And if you’re feeling how I’m feeling you should come along with me
It’s the last time you’ll ever look pass me again
I’m not a ghost, I’m more alive than I’ve ever been
I’m just a ghost, oh-hoo
They’re staring right at me,
Looking right pass me,
I’m just a ghost oh-hoo
Who do I turn to (yeah)
When I feel see-through? (come on)
I’m just a ghost, oh-hoo (yeah)
They’re staring right at me, (right at me)
Looking right pass me, (right pass me)
I’m just a ghost (you’re not a ghost)
Who do I turn to (so keep your head up)
When I feel see-through? (and one day the whole world’s gonna see you, yeah)
I’m just a ghost, but I’m not the only one,
I guess I’m not the only one
The song "Ghost" by Jake Miller is a heartfelt message to anyone who has ever felt invisible or forgotten. The lyrics begins with the idea that the singer is a ghost, but then he realizes that he's not the only one feeling this way. The song is intended to give hope to those who feel disconnected from the world and let them know that they're not alone.
The first verse describes the experiences of kids who feel isolated and out of place. They wear their hoodies up and avoid socializing, feeling hopeless and invisible. The second verse continues the theme, acknowledging that sometimes it feels like nobody cares or understands your struggles. But the chorus provides the message of hope that things will get better and that you are not alone, no matter how lost or forgotten you may feel.
Overall, "Ghost" is a poignant and moving song that speaks to the emotions of so many individuals who struggle with feeling invisible or forgotten. It's a powerful reminder to keep your head up, stay strong, and know that you are not alone.
Line by Line Meaning
I’m just a ghost, but I’m not the only one,
I feel invisible and insignificant, but I know there are others who also feel the same way
This one’s for the kids that walk around with their hoodies up
This song is dedicated to those who are constantly misunderstood and judged based on their appearance
No one to talk to and on the verge of givin’ up
People who are struggling with loneliness and hopelessness, and are close to giving up on life
Headphones on, always tryin’ to tune the world out
Using music as a way to ignore the negativity and cruelty of the world
Why not? I bet no one would even notice
Feeling so invisible and unimportant that even skipping gym class won't make a difference
And this one’s for the kids that at lunch sit slone
Those who sit alone at lunch due to a lack of friends or social anxiety
But then you realize that it doesn’t really help
Realizing that pretending to be on the phone to avoid judgement and loneliness only makes things worse
Sometimes it feels like you’re on your own
Feeling isolated and as if no one understands or cares about you
Just remember that you’re not alone
Despite feeling invisible and forgotten, there are others who understand and are going through similar struggles
Like you feel invisible, but I can see you
Acknowledging that even though someone may feel unnoticed or ignored, they are still visible and valuable
We’re all in this together, we gonna make it if we try
Encouraging unity and determination to overcome obstacles together as a community
And you got no one around to dry your tears, when you cry
Feeling alone and unsupported in a time of emotional distress
So tonight, I’ma fly up to the sky and let the whole world see me
Choosing to be confident and visible despite feeling invisible and unnoticed before
It’s the last time you’ll ever look pass me again
This will be the last time someone will ignore or overlook a person's worth and significance
I’m not a ghost, I’m more alive than I’ve ever been
Recognizing one's worth and value as a human being, and shedding the feeling of being invisible and insignificant
Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC , Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHAZ WILLIAM MISHAN, DAVID ANTHONY DELAZYN, JAKE HARRIS MILLER, JEREMY RANDOLPH THURBER, NIKKI FLORES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
mynte
It makes me so sad to see how many can actually relate to this, including me. Nobody should ever feel like this, and I'm so sorry for the people who do, cause I know how it is, I know how you feel, and I know how much it hurts.
I've been suffering from depression for 3 years now, social anxiety for most of my life, starting to think I'm getting anorexic, and sleeping disorder for 2 years now.
Since I was a kid, I've been treated like shit, my dad would drag me out to the barn and lock me inside cause I wouldn't eat anything at dinner, he did not care if anyone saw, cause no one tried to help me. I was only 5.
At the same age, and up to when I was about 12, my mom would hit me, punch me, slap me, even choke me.. No one did anything about it.
All my friends, they left me. Leaving me behind and backstab me. Talking shit about me. Now, I only have one friend. I feel like it's enough, I don't need more friends than one. The person who understands me, the person who understands how much I'm hurting.
And for my parents.. Again, they did all that, and now they don't even care about my feelings, only my future. I don't even remember the last time they had asked me 'How are you' or 'Are you okay' If it wasn't because they saw me crying.
I've had so many suicidal thoughts. I actually had once tried to search through the whole house for sleeping pills so I could get an overdose. I've been so close to giving up on my life, cause everything negative just came to me all at once.
I felt like my world was crashing down on me.
Guys, none of you are alone. We all know how it feels. Never doubt that. And I know alot of people have had an even harder time than me, I know. My sister, her childhood is much worse.
Stay strong. Don't give up.
Kaity Yasmin
scary how I can relate so much to this song...
Jayden 356
Me too but I’m glad I ain’t alone
Brook Light
,
Austin Martin
Ready to end it all
Arrow Brooks
Same.
Ayanna Streeter
your amazing just remember that
Deathbars
(Don't judge). I almost cried listening to this on how much I relate
(Oh my god this comment is so old anyway hey kids hope you make it thru jr high, adulthood is much less exciting)
Alvin Jamir
@Melvin Thaddeus definitely, I've been watching on instaflixxer for months myself :)
Melvin Thaddeus
dont know if you guys cares but if you are bored like me atm you can stream pretty much all the new movies and series on instaflixxer. Have been binge watching with my gf during the lockdown xD
Stupidharaa
@Deathbars but you seem cool-