Beach Chair
Jay-Z feat. Chris Martin Lyrics

Life is but a dream to me, I don't wanna wake up
Life feels like a dream and I don't want to wake up and face reality.

30 odd years been 'bout havin' my cake up
My life for the past 30 years has been about accumulating wealth and success.

So I'm 'bout my paper, 24/7, 365, 366 in a leap year
I am always focused on making money and hustling, every day of the year, even leap years.

I don't know why we here, since we gotta be here
I don't know the meaning of life, but since we are here, we need to make the most of it.

Life is but a beach chair (chair, chair chair)
Life is temporary, like a chair on a beach, and we need to enjoy it while it lasts.

Went from havin' shabby clothes to crossin' over Abbey Road
I went from being poor and having bad clothes to achieving major success, like crossing over Abbey Road in the UK.

Hear my angel singin' to me (are you happy, Hov?)
I hear my inner voice asking if I'm happy with my life.

I just hope I'm hearin' right, karma's got me fearin' like
I hope I'm interpreting my inner voice right, as I am afraid of any negative consequences from my actions.

Kalik are you prayin' for me? (for me)
I wonder if my deceased friend Kalik is praying for my well-being.

See I got demons in my past so I got daughters on the way
I have made mistakes in my past and I hope my daughters will help me redeem myself.

If the prophecy's correct then the child shall have to pay
If predictions about the future are true, then my child will have to face the consequences of my actions.

For the sins of her father so I barter my tomorrows
I am trying to make amends for my past mistakes by sacrificing my future for my daughters.

Against my yesterdays and hope that she'll be okay
I am hoping that my daughter will have a better life than I did, even if it means sacrificing my own happiness.

And when I'm no longer here to shade her face from the glare
When I am gone, I will not be there to protect my daughter from life's challenges.

I give up my share of Carol's daughter and a new beach chair
I am willing to give up my ownership in a business and material possessions, like a new beach chair, to ensure my daughter's success.

Life is just a dream and I wanna wake up, wake up
Life feels like a dream, and I want to either face reality or leave it altogether

Life is just a dream and I wanna leave
Life feels like a dream, and I want to leave it altogether

Life is but a dream to me, gunshots sing to these
Life feels like a dream, even when gunshots are a common occurrence around me.

Other guys but lullabies don't mean a thing to me
While other people may find comfort in relaxing music, my life is too busy for lullabies.

I'm not afraid of dyin', I'm afraid of not tryin'
I am not scared of dying, but I fear not taking chances and trying new things.

Every day, hit every wave like I'm Hawaiian
I approach every day with the energy and fearlessness of a skilled surfer riding a big wave.

I don't surf the net, no I never been on MySpace
I don't waste my time on social media or unnecessary internet surfing.

Too busy lettin' my voice vibrate
I am focused on using my voice to make an impact and leave a mark on the world.

Carvin' out my space, in this world of fly girls
I am creating my own identity and carving out a space for myself in a world full of attractive women and competition.

Cutthroats and diamond cut ropes I twirls
I am surrounded by dangerous and ruthless people, but I am skilled at handling them and showing off my wealth.

Benzes 'round corners where the sun don't shine
I drive my fancy cars into areas that may not be safe or well-lit.

I let the wheels give a glimpse of hope and one's grind
I show off my material possessions to inspire others and demonstrate the rewards of hard work.

Son said "Hov, how you get so fly?"
My son asked how I became so cool and successful.

I said "From not bein' afraid to fall out the sky"
I became successful by taking risks and not being afraid to fail.

My physical's a shell so when I say farewell
My body is just a temporary shell, and when I die, I will leave behind my physical form.

My soul'll find and even higher plane to dwell
My spiritual self will move on to a higher level of existence after death.

So fly you shall, so have no fear
You will soar and succeed, so don't be afraid of anything.

Just know that life is but a beach chair (chair, chair)
Remember that life is temporary, like a chair on a beach, so make the most of it.

Life is but a dream, can't mimic my life
Life is like a dream, and my unique experiences can't be duplicated by anyone else.

I'm the thinnest cut slice in a cut, the winner's cup
I am the best of the best and the ultimate winner in my field.

Well winter's rough enough to interrupt life
Life can be challenging and disruptive, especially during the harsh winter season.

That's why I'm both saint and sinner, nice
I have both good and bad qualities, and I try to be kind and compassionate despite my flaws.

This is Jay everyday, no compromise
I am true to myself and my values every day, without making any compromises.

No compass comes wit' this life, just eyes
We are not given a roadmap for life, only our own intuition and perspective to guide us.

So to map it out you must look inside
To find your path in life, you must look within yourself and trust your instincts.

Sure books can guide you but your heart defines you
Books can offer guidance, but ultimately it is our own hearts that determine who we truly are.

Chica, the corazon is what brought us home
My love for you is what drew us together and brought us home.

The great shape like Heidi Klum mighty gone, I am on
I may not have the same physical shape as a supermodel like Heidi Klum, but I am still at the top of my game.

Permanent vaca', life is but a beach chair
I am living a life of permanent vacation, enjoying the good times while they last.

Song's like a Hallmark card until you reach here
This song may sound poetic and sentimental, but its message becomes more meaningful when you experience life's challenges.

So 'til she's here, and she's declared
Until my daughter is born and named my heir,

The heir, I will prepare
I will prepare my daughter for a life of success and happiness.

A blueprint for you to print, a map for you to get back
I will provide a plan and guidance for my daughter to follow in order to achieve her goals.

A guide for your eyes so you won't lose scent
I will offer advice and strategies to keep my daughter on track and focused on her dreams.

I make it stink for you think I ink these verses
I write powerful and meaningful lyrics to provoke thought and inspire my audience.

Full of prose so you won't get conned out of two cents
My lyrics are filled with wisdom and insight so that you won't be misled or fooled by anyone.

My last will and testament I leave my heir
In my will, I will provide for my daughter and leave my legacy to her.

My share of Roc-A-Fella Records and a shiny new beach chair
I will pass on my ownership in a successful record label and a new beach chair to my daughter.