Early on, Jesse carved out an independent direction for himself in the rock genre, very different from the world music style developed by his father. He strived to express himself in the most authentic way possible and understood the importance of being able to perform live. He experimented with a number of different instruments - which included saxophone, clarinet, drums and piano – until he settled and focused mainly on guitar. By seventeen, songwriting was his chief musical focus and it was in this period and the years to follow that he honed his writing skills and put together the songs recorded on the first album.
The single "Today" which was released on radio in mid August 2008 debuted at number one on the Highveld Homebrew Chart, a considerable feat for a debut artist with a debut single and an historical first for Homebrew. The album "When I Wake Up" is due for national release on 1 October.
Let It Burn
Jesse Clegg Lyrics
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There's one place left we can take this
We've got time
Time to break the rules
Time to play the fool
All our lives
Trying to play it cool
Trying to play it cool
Can't deny it
We were sipping on this love like free tequila
We were dancing when this world was standing still
And you said this fire made you a believer
So baby, if you love it let it burn
Let it burn
Let it burn
So baby, if you love it let burn
I know deep wounds need stitches
But you're putting up walls instead of bridges
We've got time
Time to break the rules
Time to play the fool
All our lives
Petrified
Trying to play it cool
Trying to play it cool
Can't deny it
We were sipping on this love like free tequila
We were dancing when this world was standing still
And you said this fire made you a believer
So baby, if you love it let it burn
Let it burn
Let it burn
So baby, if you love it let burn
Don't leave me hanging, I'm calling
Forget what your friends say, I'm all in
This ain't every day, this ain't often
This happened like an explosion
Head first straight into the ocean
Hate to admit that I'm falling
We were sipping on this love like free tequila
We were dancing when this world was standing still
And you said this fire made you a believer
So baby, if you love it let it burn
Let it burn
Let it burn
So baby, if you love it let burn
The song "Let It Burn" by Jesse Clegg is about taking risks in love and letting go of fears and doubts in order to fully embrace a relationship. The lyrics ask what's holding the singer back from fully committing to this person they care about. There's a sense that they know they have something special, but they're afraid to let go and fully embrace it. Despite this fear, they also acknowledge that they have time to break the rules and play the fool, which suggests a need to let go of conventions and societal expectations to pursue what truly makes them happy.
The singer compares their love to sipping on free tequila and dancing when the world is standing still. This creates a sense of carefree euphoria and a feeling that the relationship is a source of happiness and liberation. They also mention that the fire of this love made the other person a believer, which implies that the relationship has the potential to be transformative and life-changing.
The chorus repeats the line "So baby, if you love it let it burn", which can be interpreted as a call to fully embrace the relationship and let it develop without fear holding them back. Instead of putting up walls, the singer urges the other person to build bridges and take risks in the relationship. In the end, it's a plea for the other person to reciprocate their commitment to the relationship and to take a chance on love.
Line by Line Meaning
What's holding you back lately?
Asking what's been keeping the person from moving forward in their life
There's one place left we can take this
Implying that there's still room to fix things between them
We've got time
Pointing out that there's no need to rush
Time to break the rules
Suggesting the idea of exploring new possibilities and taking risks
Time to play the fool
Urging to let go of inhibitions and not take oneself too seriously
All our lives
Emphasizing the importance of living life to the fullest
Petrified
Admitting that they're scared
Trying to play it cool
Masking their fears and insecurities with a façade of confidence
Can't deny it
Coming to terms with their true feelings
We were sipping on this love like free tequila
Comparing their relationship to something enjoyable and thrilling
We were dancing when this world was standing still
Implying that their love transcends all external distractions
And you said this fire made you a believer
Referring to the moment when the person became convinced of their love
So baby, if you love it let it burn
Encouraging the person to let their love flourish and not suppress it
Let it burn
Repeating the line to emphasize the message
I know deep wounds need stitches
Admitting that healing takes time and effort
But you're putting up walls instead of bridges
Pointing out that the person is creating barriers instead of connections
Don't leave me hanging, I'm calling
Asserting their desire to continue the relationship
Forget what your friends say, I'm all in
Disregarding peer pressure and expressing their commitment
This ain't every day, this ain't often
Acknowledging that their love is unique and special
This happened like an explosion
Describing the intensity of their emotions
Head first straight into the ocean
Metaphorically diving into the unknown
Hate to admit that I'm falling
Admitting vulnerability and acknowledging their feelings
So baby, if you love it let it burn
Reiterating the idea of not holding back on their love
Let it burn
Restating the refrain to emphasize the point
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid, Downtown Music Publishing
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@melliesoftheart7595
Such a cool song.... Daddy would be proud.... proudly South African ✌🏼🇿🇦
@sampielouw
He sure would✊🏾💜
@declanbergh7806
I saw you again for college I was in the corner of the stairs
@leratoinnocent9675
This guy is something else. The father gave birth to himself. I love him.🇿🇦🔥🔥❤❤
@Hashtag25_
Heard it at Miss SA show. Fell in love
@nomasomibafana8860
High Rolling same !
@Phushprada1
South Africans are so proud of you 👍, just as daddy would be... keep your focus, you are talented!!! Great song!!! 💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽
@tumelonoko6213
Deserves to be a FIFA song🔥🔥
@safariibudgettravelcompany7297
Just love the honesty and meaning behind the song... Talent of note, and an artist of note
@alistairkasabiankotzee6439
When I hear this song I think of Zozibini Tunzi 👑 #MissSouthAfrica #MissUniverse