'The light' and 'Talk to me' were released as an advance of 'Cloak', his full length debut out on June 3rd, 2016.
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A Tribe Called Government
Jordan Rakei Lyrics
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I'm not your stereotype
No I'm not like that
I just want my life back
Shout it like a stereo
I'm not your stereotype
No I'm not like that
I just want my life back
See the government and me
And my fantasy's free
We'd spend all our money
On a fantasy tree
Then we'd chop it and we'd chip it
Then we'd turn it to pulp
Then we'd press it and we'd print it
just to give us our wealth
And the government and me
And my fantasy's free
We'd spend all our money
On a fantasy tree
Then we'd chop it and we'd chip it
Then we'd turn it to pulp
Then we'd press it and we'd print it
just to give us our wealth
See the government and me
And my fantasy's free
We'd spend all our money
On a fantasy tree
Then we'd chop it and we'd chip it
Then we'd turn it to pulp
Then we'd press it and we'd print it
just to give us our wealth
And the government and me
And my fantasy's free
We'd spend all our money
On a fantasy tree
Then we'd chop it and we'd chip it
Then we'd turn it to pulp
Then we'd press it and we'd print it
just to give us our wealth
Shout it like a stereo
I'm not your stereotype
No I'm not like that
I just want my life back
Shout it like a stereo
I'm not your stereotype
No I'm not like that
I just want my life back
A master
Keep the mystery
I could be an actor
Through the misery
I could be your Yoda
Teach you wizardry
I could teach you yoga
Though not literally
And I hope
got that inventory
Could be the teacher
To infinity
To infinity
The lyrics of Jordan Rakei's "A Tribe Called Government" speak of a desire to escape the labels and stereotypes that other people impose on us. The repetition of the phrase "I'm not your stereotype" is a rejection of the limitations that such labels can impose on us. The desire for autonomy is further emphasized with the proclamation "I just want my life back."
The concept of a "fantasy tree" is an interesting one, as it symbolizes the desire for something that exists only in our imagination. The repeated use of the phrase "And the government and me" could be viewed as a commentary on the role that governmental systems play in shaping our perceptions of what is possible or valuable. The idea that we can turn our fantasy into reality through the act of creation, of "pressing it and printing it," speaks to the power of our own agency as individuals.
The lines "I could be your Yoda / Teach you wizardry / I could teach you yoga / Though not literally" speak to the idea that we all have something to offer in terms of knowledge or expertise. By rejecting stereotypes and embracing our individuality, we can break down the barriers that prevent us from connecting with others and sharing our unique insights and experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Shout it like a stereo
Announce it loudly and clearly
I'm not your stereotype
I don't conform to established norms
No I'm not like that
I don't adhere to set standards or expectations
I just want my life back
I desire to regain control of my life
See the government and me
The relationship between government and me
And my fantasy's free
My dreams and desires are limitless
We'd spend all our money
We will invest all our resources
On a fantasy tree
On an imaginary source of wealth
Then we'd chop it and we'd chip it
Then we would break it down
Then we'd turn it to pulp
We would convert it to a useful form
Then we'd press it and we'd print it
We would convert it to paper currency
just to give us our wealth
This serves as the source of our riches
A master
An expert
Keep the mystery
Maintain an air of secrecy
I could be an actor
I could pretend to be someone else
Through the misery
Despite difficulties and pain
I could be your Yoda
I could be your mentor
Teach you wizardry
Teach you magic and trickery
I could teach you yoga
I could instruct you in yoga
Though not literally
Not in the strict sense of the term
And I hope
I aspire to
got that inventory
Sufficient resources at my disposal
Could be the teacher
I could serve as an instructor
To infinity
Endless possibilities and opportunities for growth
Contributed by Ethan N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
WnderBoy
Lyrics
Shout it like a stereo
I'm not your stereotype
No I'm not like that
I just want my life back
Shout it like a stereo
I'm not your stereotype
No I'm not like that
I just want my life back
See the government and me
And my fantasy's free
We'd spend all our money
On a fantasy tree
Then we'd chop it and we'd chip it
Then we'd turn it to pulp
Then we'd press it and we'd print it
just to give us our wealth
And the government and me
And my fantasy's free
We'd spend all our money
On a fantasy tree
Then we'd chop it and we'd chip it
Then we'd turn it to pulp
Then we'd press it and we'd print it
just to give us our wealth
See the government and me
And my fantasy's free
We'd spend all our money
On a fantasy tree
Then we'd chop it and we'd chip it
Then we'd turn it to pulp
Then we'd press it and we'd print it
just to give us our wealth
And the government and me
And my fantasy's free
We'd spend all our money
On a fantasy tree
Then we'd chop it and we'd chip it
Then we'd turn it to pulp
Then we'd press it and we'd print it
just to give us our wealth
Shout it like a stereo
I'm not your stereotype
No I'm not like that
I just want my life back
Shout it like a stereo
I'm not your stereotype
No I'm not like that
I just want my life back
A master
Keep the mystery
I could be an actor
Through the misery
I could be your Yoda
Teach you wizardry
I could teach you yoga
Though not literally
And I hope
got that inventory
Could be the teacher
To infinity
To infinity
SunflwerSpirit
I swear this music is too much for other people capacity. I don’t mind holding this gem to myself 💛
Ended-the-fed
Naw, share
Emilio Irving
I think you are being pretty arrogant
Everette Wingfield
Share to the Masses
Mia Sherles
This is one of those songs you don't want to end. I got it on the repeat!
WacoDraco
Thanks for showing him support! Jordan deserves it
Alex Chaplianka
I listened to it once then lost the name...Then it accidentally hit my playlist again! Can't stop listening ever since..
Florie-Christine Bondoumbou
Why hasn't this guy blown up already? This is amazing!
WacoDraco
Glad you like it! 😊
WnderBoy
Lyrics
Shout it like a stereo
I'm not your stereotype
No I'm not like that
I just want my life back
Shout it like a stereo
I'm not your stereotype
No I'm not like that
I just want my life back
See the government and me
And my fantasy's free
We'd spend all our money
On a fantasy tree
Then we'd chop it and we'd chip it
Then we'd turn it to pulp
Then we'd press it and we'd print it
just to give us our wealth
And the government and me
And my fantasy's free
We'd spend all our money
On a fantasy tree
Then we'd chop it and we'd chip it
Then we'd turn it to pulp
Then we'd press it and we'd print it
just to give us our wealth
See the government and me
And my fantasy's free
We'd spend all our money
On a fantasy tree
Then we'd chop it and we'd chip it
Then we'd turn it to pulp
Then we'd press it and we'd print it
just to give us our wealth
And the government and me
And my fantasy's free
We'd spend all our money
On a fantasy tree
Then we'd chop it and we'd chip it
Then we'd turn it to pulp
Then we'd press it and we'd print it
just to give us our wealth
Shout it like a stereo
I'm not your stereotype
No I'm not like that
I just want my life back
Shout it like a stereo
I'm not your stereotype
No I'm not like that
I just want my life back
A master
Keep the mystery
I could be an actor
Through the misery
I could be your Yoda
Teach you wizardry
I could teach you yoga
Though not literally
And I hope
got that inventory
Could be the teacher
To infinity
To infinity