Josh began singing at age five. In fact his first original song was performed for his younger sister's kindergarden graduation. His professional acting career began at age nine, landing a recurring role on the NBC’s hit series “Friday Night Lights. Josh played Darius Merriweather along Kyle Chandler, Connie Britton, Taylor Kitsch, and Jurnee Smollett. He also garnered rave reviews for starring as “Pistol” in Debbie Allen’s production of “Twist an American Musical”, in Los Angeles.
In order to keep his music career on the fast track, Josh Levi began training vocally and working on music covers and original music with the production duo, the Invaders. He permanently relocated to Los Angeles in 2013, immediately demanding the attention of some of L.A.'s top producers and songwriters.
Recently Josh starred in a feature film, "The Next Dance." He worked alongside Jonathan "Lil J" McDaniels (recording artist, Thats so Raven) , Cindy Herron (enVouge), Sabrina Brian (Cheetah Girls), and Brandon Smith (Sonny with a Chance, So Random, Let it Shine). He also competed in season 3 of the reality television competiton, X Factor. Talent show judge extrodinaire, Simon Cowell, stated "we might just be looking at the next big star." Finishing his run on the X Factor with rave reviews, Josh continues to pursue his career with a newfound fanbase, LeviNation, and hopes to be the triple threat star his fans expect him to be.
EGO
Josh Levi Lyrics
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While I'm across the room
I want you guessin'
If I even looked at you
The moment you walked in
I had to play it cool
'Cause I knew right away
I had some work to do
I'm inside of your thoughts
When you sleep and you talk
That's why I know too much
And you don't know enough
Hold the cards that I got
Hold them close to my heart
'Cause when I fall in love
I be like, "Hey, yo, what's up?"
Of course I want you, won't hear it from me though
I'm not other people, messin' with your ego, ego
Now I got you hooked on that placebo
You can't tell what's real, messin' with your ego, ego
I know you love the chase
I know you hate to wait
I'm such a Libra babe
I need to balance things
I let them get out the way
Those niggas in your face
I'll match your energy
That's why you check for me
I'm inside of your thoughts
When you sleep and you talk
That's why I know too much
And you don't know enough
Hold the cards that I got
Hold them close to my heart
'Cause when I fall in love
I be like "Hey, yo, what's up?"
Of course I want you, won't hear it from me though
I'm not other people, messin' with your ego, ego
Now I got you hooked on that placebo
You can't tell what's real, messin' with your ego, ego
(Ego)
Messin' with your
(Ego)
Messin' with your
(Ego)
Messin' with your ego, ego
(Ego)
Messin' with your
(Ego)
Messin' with your
(Ego)
Messin' with your ego, ego
Got a big ego
A big ego
Got a huge ego (oh)
Big ego
In the song "EGO" by Josh Levi, the lyrics explore the dynamic between two individuals who are attracted to each other but choose to play it cool. The singer of the song wants the other person to wonder and guess if they even noticed them when they walked into the room. From the very beginning, the singer acknowledges that they have work to do in order to capture the attention and interest of the other person.
The lyrics suggest that the singer is quite observant and knowledgeable about the other person. They claim to be inside their thoughts and know more about them than the other person realizes. This gives the singer a sense of power and control over the situation. Additionally, the singer understands the other person's desire for a chase, but offers to match their energy and be there for them.
The chorus emphasizes the singer's desire for the other person, but they choose not to explicitly express it. They do not want to be like "other people" messing with their ego but instead exert a subtle influence, almost like a placebo effect. The singer uses their understanding and manipulation of the other person's ego as a way to create intrigue and keep them hooked.
Overall, "EGO" explores the mysterious, captivating nature of attraction and the power dynamics at play when two individuals are interested in each other.
Line by Line Meaning
I want you wonderin', while I'm across the room
I want you to be curious and intrigued about me even when I'm far away
I want you guessin', if I even looked at you
I want you to question and speculate if I have paid attention to you
The moment you walked in, I had to play it cool
As soon as you entered, I had to act calm and collected
'Cause I knew right away, I had some work to do
Because I realized immediately that I had to put in effort and make things happen
I'm inside of your thoughts, when you sleep and you talk
I am constantly on your mind, even when you're sleeping or talking
That's why I know too much, and you don't know enough
That's why I have more knowledge and understanding about us, while you lack certain information
Hold the cards that I got, hold them close to my heart
I keep the secrets and advantages I possess close to my chest
'Cause when I fall in love, I be like, 'Hey, yo, what's up?'
Because when I develop feelings for someone, I casually express it without making a big deal
Of course I want you, won't hear it from me though
Obviously, I desire you, but I won't explicitly state it
I'm not other people, messin' with your ego, ego
I am different from others who toy with your self-importance and self-image
Now I got you hooked on that placebo
Now I have captured your attention and made you believe in something false
You can't tell what's real, messin' with your ego, ego
You are unable to distinguish between reality and the manipulation of your ego
I know you love the chase
I understand that you enjoy the excitement of pursuing someone
I know you hate to wait
I am aware that you dislike waiting for things
I'm such a Libra babe, I need to balance things
As a Libra, my nature is to seek balance and harmony in relationships
I let them get out the way, those niggas in your face
I allow the other guys who try to grab your attention to fade into the background
I'll match your energy, that's why you check for me
I will reciprocate your level of enthusiasm and that's why you gravitate towards me
(Ego) Messin' with your (Ego) Messin' with your ego, ego
Playing with your ego, causing it to be disturbed and manipulated
Got a big ego, a big ego
I have a significant and inflated sense of self-importance
Got a huge ego
My ego is exceptionally large
Big ego
A prominent sense of self-worth
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Tone, Anthony Jones, Josh Levi, Trey Campbell
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Snackme
Here's the same song but from the woman's perspective. Would love to get a duet on this song, cause its great.
[Verse 1]
I see you watchin' me
From all across the room
I feel you wonderin'
If I notice you too
The moment I walked in
You tried to play it cool
But I could tell right then
You had something to prove
[Pre-Chorus]
You're inside of my mind
When I dream and I sigh
That's why I know a lot
But I won't show it all
I'll keep the cards I hold
Hidden close to my soul
'Cause when I fall in love
I'll be like, "Hey, there you go"
[Chorus]
Of course I want you, won't say it out loud though
I'm not like others, playin' with your ego, ego
Know you're addicted to this placebo
You can't tell what's real, playin' with your ego, ego
[Verse 2]
I know you love the game
I know you can't resist
I'm such a Scorpio, babe
I crave that intense twist
I let them fall behind
Those girls who try to chase
Our chemistry's so strong
That's why you're drawn to me
[Pre-Chorus]
You're inside of my mind
When I dream and I sigh
That's why I know a lot
But I won't show it all
I'll keep the cards I hold
Hidden close to my soul
'Cause when I fall in love
I'll be like, "Hey, there you go"
[Chorus]
Of course I want you, won't say it out loud though
I'm not like others, playin' with your ego, ego
Know you're addicted to this placebo
You can't tell what's real, playin' with your ego, ego
[Bridge]
(Ego)
Playin' with your
(Ego)
Playin' with your
(Ego)
Playin' with your ego, ego
(Ego)
Playin' with your
(Ego)
Playin' with your ego, ego
[Outro]
I've got a strong ego
A strong ego
I've got this fierce ego (Oh)
Strong ego
Josh Levi
"EGO" OUT NOW! 🖤
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HaveMercy
I love you and your music so much!! Your such a huge inspiration to me and I hope you continue to do what you do! Hope to see you one your soon❤
Hendrick
Went hard on this 1.🔥
brendha
father is fathering 😭
Jess W.
Great song I’m about to get it now 🎧❤️🔥
Braxtin Dennis
@Josh Levi Oh, my God, Josh, you did an amazing job as Turning Red's Aaron Z.!
Usher’s Wife 🌸
Josh Levi never disappoints 😮💨
Bruna Melo
ikr, this one is banger as usual ❤
Jess W.
So true!
Timome R. Evelyn
Never ever!