Finally...earlier this year, with incentive from long time friends T-Roy Medlin and Jimmy Bower, K.LLOYD ventured to Norfolk, VA & New Orleans, LA to begin recording these songs for an upcoming release on Neurot Recordings. His purpose with music has been renewed and recreated in Blues/Acoustic music which is far from sounding like his earlier Buzzov-en days.
Touring will be sparse and these recordings may not see the light until later in 2008 but regardless, K.LLOYD is back.......
Mama Said
K. Lloyd Lyrics
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Workin' 9 to 5 and paying bills on yo own
Think you know it all about the world but you don't
Then I left and I realized that she was right all along
'Cause i been thinking bout the days I used to play with friends
But nowadays ain't nobody round when the favors end
And nowadays ain't nobody round when you need a favor
Went from MySpace Top 10s to complete strangers
This life shit came at us quick,
You wanna cop them Louboutins but you behind on your rent
You wanna ride around the city, flex and show off your Benz
But they don't know your APR is almost 20%
All they know is that you "got it" and they wish it was them
But all that shit is pretend
And all this shit is intense
But I been counting all my blessings
Turnin' losses to wins
I let go and I let God
Repeat the process again
That's what my mama said
Mama Said
The lyrics of K. Lloyd's song "Mama Said" highlight the wisdom and advice imparted by the singer's mother. The song reflects on the transition from childhood to adulthood and the realization that the lessons taught by his mother hold true. The opening lines suggest that Mama always cautioned against rushing to grow up and take on adult responsibilities. Instead, she emphasized the importance of working a regular job and managing one's own financial obligations. The singer, in his youth, thought he knew everything about the world but soon discovered that his mother's guidance was accurate.
As the song progresses, the singer reminisces about the carefree days of playing with friends. However, he laments how today, people are only present when they need something, disappearing when the favors end. The lines "Went from MySpace Top 10s to complete strangers" illustrate the changing dynamics of relationships in the age of social media. The song suggests that the materialistic desires and pressures of life can cause a strain on personal relationships. The singer acknowledges the temptation to show off material possessions and project an image of success, even if the reality is different.
Despite these challenges, the song ultimately conveys a sense of gratitude and resilience. The singer counts his blessings and learns to let go, entrusting his journey to a higher power. He emphasizes the cyclical nature of life, turning losses into wins and repeating the process.
Line by Line Meaning
Mama used to tell me don't you rush to get grown
My mother always advised me not to be in a hurry to become an adult.
Workin' 9 to 5 and paying bills on yo own
Having a job and taking care of your own financial responsibilities.
Think you know it all about the world but you don't
Believing that you have complete understanding of the world when in reality, you don't.
Then I left and I realized that she was right all along
After I ventured out on my own, I came to understand that she was correct from the beginning.
'Cause i been thinking bout the days I used to play with friends
Reflecting on the times when I used to have fun with my friends.
But nowadays ain't nobody round when the favors end
But now, nobody is present when I no longer have something to offer.
And nowadays ain't nobody round when you need a favor
Currently, there is no one around when you require assistance.
Went from MySpace Top 10s to complete strangers
Transitioned from being popular on MySpace to being unknown to most people.
But really, who could blame us
However, it's understandable why we ended up in this situation.
This life shit came at us quick
Life's challenges and responsibilities arrived unexpectedly and rapidly.
You wanna cop them Louboutins but you behind on your rent
You desire to purchase extravagant items but you are late on your rent payment.
You wanna ride around the city, flex and show off your Benz
You yearn to drive around town, flaunting your expensive car.
But they don't know your APR is almost 20%
However, they are unaware that your annual percentage rate is nearly 20%.
All they know is that you 'got it' and they wish it was them
All they perceive is how successful you appear, and they envy your situation.
But all that shit is pretend
But all of that is just an illusion.
And all this shit is intense
And all of these circumstances are incredibly overwhelming.
But I been counting all my blessings
However, I have been recognizing and appreciating the good things in my life.
Turnin' losses to wins
Transforming setbacks into victories.
I let go and I let God
I release control and let God take charge.
Repeat the process again
Going through the same cycle once more.
That's what my mama said
That is the advice my mother gave me.
Mama Said
My mother's words of wisdom.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Benjamin Agbabi, Kiana Knight
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