Famed for his largely improvised shows, that see Jamie constructing his tracks live, voicing and layering right in front of your eyes, effortlessly whipping them out of the air and forging them into clanking electro riffs and deathprod funk grooves.
Likened to Sly Stone, Prince and Little Richard, he is Britain's voice of soul for the new era.
Jamie is/was half of the Super_collider project. He has also helped write and produce on the albums of Mocky, who in return drums in his live band.
Do Yourself a Faver
Jamie Lidell Lyrics
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To me it just don′t mean anything
Not gon' let you be the winner
Not without a fight
Just think about, now
Well, well, well
Every little thing that you do tryna play with me
Every little thing that you do to
Try to get into my life
Ain't gonna work, no way
No, never
See the way that you′ve been quipping
The way you always handle my
I know it′s dark 'cause it′s how I used to be
That's how I used to be
The kind of emptiness you feel
Don′t come from me now, don't come from me
Every little thing that you do tryna play with me
But you know you better do yourself a favor (do yourself a favor)
Every little thing that you do to
Try to get into my life
Ain′t gonna work, no way
No, never
Every little thing that you do tryna play with me
But you know you better do yourself a favor (do yourself a favor)
Every little thing that you do to
Try to get into my life
Ain't gonna work, no way
No, never
Won't please beat me I know
Beat me please the meaning
Let me be the peace without the day job
We all need somebody some to... Really needs you
Cause it′s not gonna be me, oh no
Every little thing that you do tryna play with me
But you know you better do yourself a favor (do yourself a favor)
Every little thing that you do to
Try to get into my life
Ain′t gonna work, no way
No, never
Every little thing that you do tryna play with me
But you know you better do yourself a favor (do yourself a favor)
Every little thing that you do to
Try to get into my life
Ain't gonna work, no way
No, never
(Do yourself a favor)
The song "Do Yourself a Favour" by Jamie Lidell is about being aware of one's value and standing up for oneself. The lyrics suggest that someone is trying to manipulate or play games with the singer, perhaps to get into their life or gain control over them in some way. The singer refuses to be the victim and warns the other person that it is in their best interest to "do yourself a favor" and stop their manipulations because it won't work.
The first verse sets up the conflict, with the singer acknowledging that the other person may have flaws but, ultimately, it doesn't matter to them. The second verse suggests that the other person is trying to play mind games with the singer but they're not falling for it. The chorus repeats the idea that the other person needs to stop their efforts because they won't succeed. The bridge is a bit cryptic, with phrases like "beat me please the meaning" and "let me be the peace without the day job," but it seems to be commenting on the desire to find peace and meaning in life without being subjected to manipulation or control by others.
Overall, the song is a message of empowerment and self-respect, telling the listener to stand up for themselves and not be controlled by others. It's a strong statement against those who would use tactics like manipulation or mind games to get what they want.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe you’re a sinner, maybe you’re all right
Your character is indifferent to me and doesn't hold any weight in my thoughts and feelings.
To me it just don't mean anything
Your actions and intentions do not matter to me.
Not gon' let you be the winner
I will not let you come out on top in this situation.
Not without a fight
I will put up a challenge and resist your attempts to win.
Every little thing that you do tryna play with me
All of your attempts to manipulate and deceive me are noticed.
But you know you better do yourself a favor (do yourself a favor)
It is in your best interest to stop trying to play games with me.
To try to get into my life
Your desire to enter and influence my life is futile.
Ain't gonna work, no way
Your attempts will not succeed.
See the way that you've been quipping
I am aware of your subtle and snarky comments towards me.
The way you always handle my
Your approach to and treatment of me is not appreciated.
I know it's dark 'cause it's how I used to be
I understand your negative behavior because I used to exhibit similar qualities.
The kind of emptiness you feel
The feeling of emptiness inside you is not caused by me.
Don't come from me now, don't come from me
Your emptiness is not my responsibility to fill.
Won't please beat me I know
I refuse to be beaten or defeated by you.
Beat me please the meaning
If you want to try and defeat me, it will not change anything or affect me negatively.
Let me be the peace without the day job
I want to live a peaceful life without the added stress of dealing with your negativity.
We all need somebody some to... Really needs you
Everyone needs someone in their life to depend on and care for them.
Cause it's not gonna be me, oh no
However, I will not be that person for you.
(Do yourself a favor)
Repeated reminder to stop attempting to manipulate or deceive me.
Writer(s): Lebarton Brian Manuel, Lidderdale Jamie Alexander, Rowland James Matthew, Stanley Justin
Contributed by Alaina M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Do yourself a Favour..
Never let this go out of style!!
spainishgirl
Alrrrrrrrrrright .... Mr. Lidell:))!!