tight rope
Janelle Monae Lyrics

Another day (adabadee, nigga)
Just another day, living my life

I take your pain away
I am here to help alleviate any struggles or hardships you may be experiencing

Some people talk about ya like they know all about ya
People like to gossip and spread rumors about others

When you get down they doubt ya
When you are at your lowest, people may lose faith in you

And when you tip it on the scene, yeah they talkin' bout it
When you make a splashy entrance, people take notice and start talking

Cause they can't tip on the scene
Others are envious because they are not the center of attention

They just talk about it, t-t-t-talk bout it
They only talk about things but don't take actions to achieve their goals

When you get elevated
When you achieve new heights in life

They love it or they hate it
People can react positively or negatively to your success

You dance up on them haters
You triumph over your critics

Keep getting funky on the scene
Continue to be bold and original

While they jumpin' round ya
While they try to copy you

They trying to take all of your dreams
They want to steal your success and joy

But you can't allow it
But you should never let them bring you down or take away your dreams

Cause baby whether you're high or low
Whether you are at the peak or at the bottom

You gotta tip on the tightrope (tip, tip on it)
You must keep moving forward, no matter the challenges

See I'm not walkin' on it
I am not just walking, I am dancing and having fun

Or tryin to run around it
I am not taking any shortcuts

This ain't no acrobatics
This is not a difficult feat, it's just a matter of balancing

You either follow or you lead, yeah
You can either follow others or take the lead

Keep on blaming the machine, yeah
Some people blame technology or other external factors for their failures

I can't complain about it
I can't make excuses for my own struggles

I gotta keep my balance
I have to remain focused and steady

And just keep dancin on it
And keep moving forward with joy and confidence

Yeah you know about it
You are familiar with this feeling and experience

Like a star on the screen
Like a celebrity or a movie star

Then baby whether I'm high or low
No matter what my state of mind or success

You gotta tip on the tightrope (tip, tip on it)
I must keep moving forward, no matter the obstacles

You gotta keep your balance
I must stay focused and not let myself fall

Or you fall into the gap
If I lose my balance or focus, I will fail and fall

Cause I'm cautious with the strap
I am careful and vigilant when wielding my power

Do damage to your cabbage that
I can cause harm to your head or your interests

A doctor cannot patch
Your wounds or injuries are beyond repair

Why you don't want no friction
You don't want to create any conflicts or tension

Come on
Let's go

I tip on alligators and little rattlesnakers
I am fearless and can handle anything that comes my way

But I'm another flavor
I am unique and original

Something like a terminator
I am unstoppable and relentless

Ain't no equivocating
I don't hesitate or doubt myself

I fight for what I believe
I stand up for my convictions and values

Some callin' me a sinner
Some people criticize me for my beliefs and actions

Some callin' me a winner
Others praise me for my success and achievements

I'm callin' you to dinner
I am inviting you to join me and share my success

And you know exactly what I mean
You understand my message and my goals

You can rock or you can leave
You can either support me or walk away

N-n-now whether I'm high or low
No matter what my state of mind or success

I'm gonna tip on the tightrope
I will keep moving forward and striving for success

You can't get too high
You should not become overly confident or arrogant

I said you can't get too low
You should not become too discouraged or depressed

Cause you get too high
Because if you do become too confident or arrogant

No, you'll surely be low
You will eventually fall and fail

Now shut up, yeah
Stop talking and start acting

Yeah, now put some voodoo on it
Add some magic and power to your actions

Ladies and gentlemen, the funkiest horn section in Metropolis
Introducing the most incredible brass performers in the city

Do you mind?
Is it okay with you?

If I play the ukulele
If I play this small guitar-like instrument

Just like a little lady
In a delicate and charming manner