Joell will release his street album called "The Brick (Bodega Chronicles)" April 24 on Koch Records. The album was recorded while Joell was trying to get signed and going through some tough times personally. Even though he is signed to Aftermath Entertainment, Dr.Dre allowed him to release the street album on Koch Records. The Brick will feature productions from DJ Premier, Showbiz, The Alchemist, Domingo, Ho Chi from Killahertz Productions, Lil' Fame of M.O.P., Novel, and Moss, among others. Guest spots will include Big Daddy Kane, Styles P, Big Noyd, M.O.P, Akon, Immortal Technique, Grafh, Ras Kass, Stimuli, and Novel.
He is currently part of the hip-hop supergroup Slaughterhouse
Lifeline
Joell Ortiz Lyrics
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VERSE 1:
She makes me smile, she makes me better
She makes me wanna be better, that's different altogether
She make me check my ego at the door
She make me look at things differently, I got tendencies to view life through the lens of my history but
she tells me she let the past be a memory
And don't worry about the future, cause right now is the energy and...
I love her for that, she my life partner
My investment consultant, I watch my wife barter
deals like it's nothing, til they cut it like a nice barber
I juts be sitting there buggin, like a fly swatter
How I get so lucky? She makes me laugh
We spend so much time together, feel like I wasted half
Running round chasing this ass looking for Stacey Dash
I was clueless but Cupid is known to aim and blast .. Blaow!
HOOK:
In this lifetime, I've been afraid
No one would stay
But you're my lifeline
My twin flame, one in the same
Nothing is the same
VERSE 2:
She makes me whole, she makes the old
Me stay right where he's at my baby gave me goals
But fuck what she do for me,
There's nothing I won't don't for her because she's easily
2 or 3 times designed much more beautifully
Than any women I've encountered in my life truthfully
I catch myself staring at my beauty while she sleep
Then glance at her booty and turn beauty and the beast
Her pops won't like that, but let me make this clear
Ya daughters in good hands, all state of affairs
But yea, back to my baby and her baby hairs
Sideburns like wide turns on I 80 yea
She the one for me, it's more than fun for me
Shorty bred different I mean, you know.. wonderfully
I comfortably dropped down to scuff the knee (come to me)
Cause This a lifetime bid, not no 1 to 3 Yaowa
HOOK:
In this lifetime, I've been afraid
No one would stay
But you're my lifeline
My twin flame, one in the same
Nothing is the same
In the first verse of "Lifeline," Joell Ortiz expresses his admiration for his partner and how she positively impacts his life. He acknowledges that she brings out the best in him and encourages him to be a better person. He mentions that she helps him let go of his ego and teaches him to focus on the present moment rather than dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. Ortiz appreciates her perspective and the energy she brings into their relationship. He refers to her as his life partner, comparing her to an investment consultant who helps him navigate life's challenges. He marvels at her ability to handle difficult situations effortlessly while he watches in awe. Ortiz also reflects on how lucky he is to have her, and he emphasizes the joy and laughter she brings into his life. He acknowledges that he used to chase superficial things but now realizes the value of a deep, meaningful connection. He metaphorically compares himself to Cupid's target, implying that he was oblivious to love until he found his partner.
In the second verse, Ortiz highlights how his partner completes him and inspires him to be a better version of himself. He emphasizes that the things she does for him are overshadowed by the love and care he has for her. He praises her beauty and acknowledges that she surpasses any woman he has ever encountered. Ortiz lovingly describes how he admires her while she sleeps, appreciating not just her physical beauty but also her inner qualities. He humorously mentions her sideburns, noting a physical characteristic that he finds endearing. Ortiz asserts that he will take care of her and that she is in good hands. He playfully mentions dropping down to scuff his knee, indicating his readiness to commit and endure the challenges that may arise in their relationship. Ortiz concludes the verse by expressing that their bond is not just temporary but a lifelong commitment.
In the chorus, Ortiz reflects on his past fears of not finding someone who would stay with him. However, he reassures himself that his partner is his lifeline, his twin flame, and someone who brings significant change into his life. He emphasizes that everything has transformed since she entered his life, leaving behind those fears of abandonment.
Overall, "Lifeline" describes the profound impact Ortiz's partner has on his life, from teaching him valuable lessons about living in the present to being his source of happiness and inspiration. He appreciates her beauty, inner and outer, and assures her and himself that he is committed to making their relationship last a lifetime.
Line by Line Meaning
She makes me smile, she makes me better
Her presence brings joy and improvement in my life
She makes me wanna be better, that's different altogether
She inspires me to strive for personal growth, which is a unique and significant change
She make me check my ego at the door
She helps me set aside my pride and arrogance
She's much more than I could ever ask for I mean what a score..
She exceeds all my expectations, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have her
She make me look at things differently, I got tendencies to view life through the lens of my history but she tells me she let the past be a memory
She encourages me to adopt a new perspective, as I tend to be influenced by my past experiences, but she reminds me to leave the past behind
And don't worry about the future, cause right now is the energy and...
She advises me not to be consumed by thoughts of the future, as the present moment holds the most vital energy
I love her for that, she my life partner
I deeply appreciate her for these qualities, and she is not just my romantic partner but also my companion in life
My investment consultant, I watch my wife barter
She is like my financial advisor, astutely negotiating deals and managing our resources
deals like it's nothing, til they cut it like a nice barber
She handles business transactions with ease, but sometimes unexpected obstacles arise
I juts be sitting there buggin, like a fly swatter
I get perplexed and concerned while witnessing such situations
How I get so lucky? She makes me laugh
I feel incredibly fortunate and grateful to have her, as she brings laughter into my life
We spend so much time together, feel like I wasted half
We have such meaningful moments together that it feels like I have missed out on the earlier part of my life
Running round chasing this ass looking for Stacey Dash
I used to pursue superficial relationships, looking for physical attractiveness like Stacey Dash
I was clueless but Cupid is known to aim and blast.. Blaow!
I lacked understanding of true love, but Cupid unexpectedly struck me with his arrow, changing everything
She makes me whole, she makes the old
She completes me, bringing out the best version of myself
Me stay right where he's at my baby gave me goals
She motivates me to stay at my current level, as she provided me with aspirations and ambitions
But fuck what she do for me, There's nothing I won't don't for her because she's easily
Regardless of what she does for me, I am willing to do anything for her because she is remarkable
2 or 3 times designed much more beautifully
She possesses a beauty that surpasses any other woman I have encountered
Than any women I've encountered in my life truthfully
She stands out from all the women I have come across, being truly exceptional
I catch myself staring at my beauty while she sleep
I find myself unable to look away from her beauty as she peacefully rests
Then glance at her booty and turn beauty and the beast
But then I look at her rear end and playfully switch between perceiving her as beautiful and humorous
Her pops won't like that, but let me make this clear
Her father may disapprove, but I want to clarify something
Ya daughters in good hands, all state of affairs
Her daughter is being taken care of, and everything is under control
But yea, back to my baby and her baby hairs
Anyway, let's go back to talking about my significant other and her delicate hair
Sideburns like wide turns on I 80 yea
Her sideburns resemble the curving turns on the I-80 highway
She the one for me, it's more than fun for me
She is the perfect match for me, and our relationship goes beyond mere enjoyment
Shorty bred different I mean, you know.. wonderfully
She is unique, special, and truly marvelous
I comfortably dropped down to scuff the knee (come to me)
I willingly lower myself to her level, figuratively scuffing my knee, because I want her to come closer to me
Cause This a lifetime bid, not no 1 to 3 Yaowa
Because our commitment is for a lifetime, not just a short-term sentence
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: EJ Green
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