Reyez started singing at a young age. Inspired by her father's talent for playing acoustic guitar, and singing Colombian boleros, Jessie was destined to be a creative herself. It came naturally to Jessie, as she began writing lyrics and adopting her father's talents for the guitar. But before Reyez became serious about music, she was a committed student, and studied hip-hop dance from junior high into high school. However, after a traumatic breakup with her first serious boyfriend when she was 17, Jessie poured her heartache back into music. Reyez was then introduced to Chicago-based hip-hop artist King Louie. Soon, Reyez was approached to share her songwriting and vocal talents with such notables as Calvin Harris, Babyface, Chance the Rapper. Reyez was focused on building an audience for her own work however, and in April 2017, she released a seven-song EP, 'Kiddo', which includes tracks "Figures" and "Gatekeeper". Reyez followed EP with standalone "Phone Calls" and "Cotton Candy".
In March 2018, Reyez released a reprised version of "Figures" which was performed live alongside fellow Toronto-based artist Daniel Caesar at the Juno Awards. She recieved Breakthrough Artist of the Year, dedicating the win to Canadian artists.
Reyez, currently touring with singer-songwriter Halsey in North America, commemorated her recent success with a new single: "Apple Juice".
Saint Nobody
Jessie Reyez Lyrics
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I've been told that that's a little strange, yeah
But I guess I've always been a little strange
'Nother reason why I work like a motherfucker
I talk to god every single day
Devils need Jesus more than someone with a halo
Walk around with warpaint on my face
'Nother reason why I work like a motherfucker
If tomorrow doesn't come, I got my guns loaded
For the fight, I'll take an eye out, take it high
If my days are almost done and I'm the one going
I'll be alright, I'll be alright, well no-
Nobody's gonna say I didn't give it all (ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya)
Tiptoeing on the cliffs I think its worth the fall (ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya)
If I get there and my tank's on E, then I'll be OK
Destinations like it's about the journey anyway
Nobody's gonna say I didn't give it all (ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya)
I think about dying every day (he said)
Fuck a 9 to 5 I'm 8 to faint (yeah)
Since somebody's got it worse I don't complain
Another reason why I work like a motherfucker
If tomorrow doesn't come, I got my guns loaded
For the fight, I'll take an eye out, take it high
If my days are almost done and I'm the one going
I'll be alright, I'll be alright 'cause
Nobody's gonna say I didn't give it all (ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya)
Tiptoeing on the cliffs, I think its worth the fall (ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya)
If I get there and my tank's on E, then I'll be OK
Destinations like it's about the journey anyway
Nobody's gonna say I didn't give it all (ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya)
My daddy came from nothing, so I gotta make this something
Worth the nights that he stayed up fighting
My momma came from nothing, so I gotta make this something
Worth the nights that she stayed up crying
I could bet it all on me
I could bet it all on me
I could bet it all on me
Have some heart and
Work like a motherfucker
Work like a motherfucker
Nobody's gonna say I didn't give it all (ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya)
Tiptoeing on the cliffs, I think its worth the fall (ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya)
Bendito es el fruto de tu vientre, Jesús
Santa María, Madre de Dios
Ruega por nosotros, pecadores
Ahora y en la hora de nuestra muerte
Amén
The song "Saint Nobody" by Jessie Reyez is about the artist's struggle with mortality and the pressure she feels to accomplish great things before her time is up. She has thoughts of dying every day, which she acknowledges as strange, but she maintains that she has always been a little strange. Reyez is a hard worker, and this is partly because of her peculiarities. She talks to God every day, which suggests that she needs his guidance and comfort to face her fears of death. She believes that the devil needs Jesus more than someone with a halo, which means that even the purest individuals are not immune to temptations and negative thoughts.
The song also highlights the importance of hard work and determination. The artist emphasizes that she works like a motherfucker because she wants to make something of herself. She mentions that her father and mother both came from nothing and had to fight hard to make something of themselves. Reyez views her hard work as a tribute to her parents' struggles and sacrifices. She acknowledges that even if her journey does not lead her to her desired destination, it is still worth pursuing with all her might. In the end, she is confident that nobody will say she did not give it all.
Overall, "Saint Nobody" is a powerful song that speaks to the universal human fear of death and the need to find purpose and meaning in life. It also highlights the importance of hard work and determination in achieving one's goals.
Line by Line Meaning
I think about dying every day
I have thoughts of dying often
I've been told that that's a little strange, yeah
People say it's not normal to have such thoughts
But I guess I've always been a little strange
I've always known I differ from what people call normal
'Nother reason why I work like a motherfucker
That's another motivation that makes me work hard
I talk to god every single day
I have a habit of communicating with God every day
Devils need Jesus more than someone with a halo
People who seem perfect are not necessarily better than those who seem bad
Walk around with warpaint on my face
I act tough and scary to protect myself
If tomorrow doesn't come, I got my guns loaded
If I don't live to see another day, I'm always prepared for the worst
For the fight, I'll take an eye out, take it high
I'll take on any challenge, even if it means I might get hurt
If my days are almost done and I'm the one going
If my life is about to end and I'm the one dying
I'll be alright, I'll be alright, well no-
I'll be fine except for the fact that I'm dying
Nobody's gonna say I didn't give it all (ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya)
I know I've given everything I have
Tiptoeing on the cliffs I think its worth the fall (ya, ya, ya, ya, ya, ya)
Even though taking risks can be dangerous, I believe they're worth it
If I get there and my tank's on E, then I'll be OK
Even if I run out of energy or resources, I'll do fine
Destinations like it's about the journey anyway
The journey is just as important as the destination
Fuck a 9 to 5 I'm 8 to faint (yeah)
I work much harder than most people, from early until late
Since somebody's got it worse I don't complain
I don't complain because there are other people who have it worse
My daddy came from nothing, so I gotta make this something
My father had nothing, so it's my duty to achieve success
Worth the nights that he stayed up fighting
Worth the efforts and struggles he went through to provide for me
My momma came from nothing, so I gotta make this something
My mother was poor, and I'm responsible for making our situation better
Worth the nights that she stayed up crying
Worth the pain and suffering she went through for me to have a better life
I could bet it all on me
I have confidence in myself
Have some heart and Work like a motherfucker
Work hard with determination and passion
Bendito es el fruto de tu vientre, Jesús
Blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus
Santa María, Madre de Dios
Saint Mary, Mother of God
Ruega por nosotros, pecadores
Pray for us, sinners
Ahora y en la hora de nuestra muerte
Now and at the hour of our death
Amén
Amen
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jessica Reyes, Timothy Suby
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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LYRICS
I think about dying every day
I been told that that's a little strange, yeah
But I guess I've always been a little strange
Another reason why I work like a motherfucker
I talk to God every single day
Devils need Jesus more than someone with a halo
Walk around with war paint on my face
Another reason why I work like a motherfucker
If tomorrow doesn't come I got my guns loaded
For the fight I'll it, I, I'll take it high
If my days are almost done and I'm the one going
I'll be alright, I'll be alright
'Cause nobody's gonna say I didn't give it all
Tiptoeing on the cliffs, I think it's worth the fall
If I get there in my tanks on evening I'll be okay
Destination's like it's about the journey anyway
Nobody's gonna say I didn't give it all
I think about dying every day, he said
Fuck a 9 to 5, I'm 8 to fate, yeah
Since somebody's got it worse I don't complain
Another reason why I work like a motherfucker
If tomorrow doesn't come I got my guns loaded
For the fight I'll it, I, I'll take it high
If my days are almost done and I'm the one going
I'll be alright, I'll be alright
'Cause nobody's gonna say I didn't give it all
Tiptoeing on the cliffs, I think it's worth the fall
If I get there in my tanks on evening I'll be okay
Destination's like it's about the journey anyway
Nobody's gonna say I didn't give it all
My daddy came form nothing so I gotta make
Just something worth the nights
That he stayed up fightin'
My momma came from nothing so I gotta make
Just something worth the nights
That she stayed up cryin'
I could bet it all on me
I could bet it all on me
I could bet it all on me
I could bet it all on me
[?]
(Work like a motherfucker)
(Work like a motherfucker)
Nobody's gonna say I didn't give it all
Tiptoeing on the cliffs, I think it's worth the fall...
@tramainens
This woman is h u r t i n g. She has the vulnerability of SZA, the rawness of Sia, and talent all of her own. Good God.
@tramainens
@@pearl7406 but I only compared them in vulnerability, not their whole artistry?
@kissmyassets9477
Amen!
@dompakawx
https://youtu.be/u_QXbZW5vxw
@snipinmonsta
Not even close to sia not even close
@sahrha9814
I totally hear Sia too. And you're right... I totally feel her. Hope she makes it anyway
@saraimurphy738
When she said "Devils need Jesus more than someone with a halo" I felt that and it is my new life motto
@khyreimorgan2216
When she said "I think about dying everyday" i felt that
@isjicris1994
Dont think that. Your life is beautiful and you were born to be happy
@ChrisPPotatoIDC
Edgy