Take Over
Jay-Z & Midimarc Lyrics
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I shouldn't question
'cause it's all clear to everyone to mention
What is up and what is going down
And how the world keeps spinning
Round and round
How my actions have consequences
How the good and bad deny my senses
All these walls make me blind
BR BR break the wall
Time to fall down
And see the truth of it all
You act like a doll you can see me fall
Call for attention at all
BR break the wall
Time to fall down
Into the rabbit hole
Act like a doll
You can see me fall
You can see me fall
Take over
Who's gonna sell and make succes?
Take over
They wanna take over
Me
They wanna take over
Me
Afraid you take over
My dream
I think I know
I shouldn't question
I don't wanna go without my heart
I'm not your robot
BR BR break the wall
Time to fall
Act like a doll
You can see me fall
Who's gonna sell?
Wow
Afraid you take over
Me
They wanna take over
Me
Afraid you take over
Break the wall break the wall
Did I run away from myself?
Why did I run away from myself?
It's me who has ruined my love and health
I've lied
You've distorted my dreams
Breaking walls I've let you kill my own believe
Break the wall
Time to fall down (Play)
Into the rabbit hole
You acting like a doll
You can see me fall
You can see me fall
They wanna take over
Me
Take over
Won't won't won't let you
Take over
My
Dream
The lyrics of "Take Over" by Jay-Z & Midimarc explore themes of self-awareness, the consequences of one's actions, and the fear of losing control. The opening lines "I think I know, I shouldn't question, 'cause it's all clear to everyone to mention" suggest a hesitancy to reflect on one's own thoughts and decisions, possibly due to a fear of the truth. The lyrics acknowledge that the world keeps spinning regardless, emphasizing the importance of understanding the impact our actions have on ourselves and others.
The chorus phrases "Take over, they wanna take over me" reveal a sense of vulnerability and the fear of being manipulated or controlled. The use of the term "doll" implies a lack of agency or autonomy, as if the singer feels like a pawn in someone else's plan. The repetition of "break the wall" signifies a desire to break free from this influence and regain control over one's own life.
The lyrics also touch on the concept of success and the pressure to conform to societal expectations. The line "Who's gonna sell and make success?" suggests a concern about the idea of selling out and compromising one's own dreams and values for the sake of attainment. The lyrics convey a fear of losing oneself and becoming a puppet to external forces, expressed through the repetition of "take over."
The verse "Did I run away from myself? Why did I run away from myself?" showcases introspection and self-blame. The singer acknowledges personal responsibility for ruining their own love and health. This realization comes with a sense of regret for allowing someone else to distort their dreams and break down their beliefs. Ultimately, the lyrics convey a plea to regain control and assert one's own identity and dreams, stating "Won't won't won't let you take over my dream."
In conclusion, the lyrics of "Take Over" delve into the conflicting emotions of self-doubt, fear, and the yearning for independence and control. The song encourages self-reflection, acknowledging the consequences of actions, and emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself despite external pressures.
Line by Line Meaning
I think I know
I understand the situation
I shouldn't question
I shouldn't doubt or be uncertain
'cause it's all clear to everyone to mention
because everyone can see and talk about it clearly
What is up and what is going down
what is happening and changing
And how the world keeps spinning
and how the world continues to move forward
Round and round
in a cyclical pattern
How my actions have consequences
how my choices have results
How the good and bad deny my senses
how positive and negative experiences affect my perception
How could I be if you take my mind
how would I exist if you control my thoughts
All these walls make me blind
these barriers prevent me from seeing clearly
BR BR break the wall
break down the barriers
Time to fall down
time to face the truth
And see the truth of it all
and understand the reality
You act like a doll you can see me fall
you treat me like a toy, witnessing my downfall
Call for attention at all
constantly seeking attention
Into the rabbit hole
into a confusing and complex situation
You can see me fall
you can witness my failure
Who's gonna sell and make success?
who will achieve great things and gain wealth?
They wanna take over
they want to gain control
Me
over me
Afraid you take over
fearful that you will seize control
My dream
my aspirations and goals
I don't wanna go without my heart
I don't want to live a life without passion
I'm not your robot
I'm not a machine under your command
Did I run away from myself?
Did I avoid facing my true self?
Why did I run away from myself?
Why did I avoid confronting my true self?
It's me who has ruined my love and health
I am the one who has destroyed my relationships and well-being
I've lied
I have deceived
You've distorted my dreams
you manipulated and twisted my aspirations
Breaking walls I've let you kill my own belief
by breaking down barriers, I allowed you to destroy my own faith
Won't won't won't let you
I won't allow you
Take over
to control and dominate
My
over my
Dream
aspirations and goals
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