The stylistic range of left-field pop artist Kali Uchis is reflected in the variety of her collaborators – an extensive genre-crossing list that includes Tyler, the Creator, Gorillaz, Daniel Caesar, Juanes, and BadBadNotGood. A singer, songwriter, and producer, as well as a video director, Uchis truly arrived on her own with the self-released Por Vida (2015), an EP that led to a deal with Virgin EMI. By the time Uchis released her lively debut full-length, the Top Five Billboard R&B/hip-hop hit Isolation (2018), she had already been nominated for Grammy awards through her featured appearances on Daniel Caesar's "Get You" and Juanes' "El Ratico."
Kali Uchis experienced the majority of her upbringing in Virginia and also spent time in her parents' native Colombia. As a teenager growing up in Alexandria, just south of Washington, D.C., she learned to play piano and saxophone and also developed a deep interest in visual arts. Her recorded debut was made in 2012 with the self-released mixtape Drunken Babble. Within three years, she had several singles to her credit, including "Know What I Want" and "Lottery," typically promoted with videos she directed, as well as collaborations with Snoop Dogg, GoldLink, Tyler, the Creator, and Major Lazer. Following the 2015 independent release of Por Vida, a free digital-download EP with tracks produced by Diplo, Kaytranada, and Tyler, Uchis started releasing her material through major-label Virgin EMI. A DJ Dahi-tweaked version of Por Vida's "Ridin Round," issued that November after a move to Los Angeles, was the artist's first single for the major label. "Only Girl," a relaxed Kaytranada production featuring Vince Staples and the Internet's Steve Lacy, followed in April 2016. She was also featured that year on Daniel Caesar's "Get You."
Throughout 2017, Uchis added to her discography of featured appearances via tracks by Juanes, Gorillaz, Tyler, Bootsy Collins, and Miguel, and she previewed her debut album with the singles "Tyrant" (featuring Jorja Smith) and "Nuestro Planeta" (featuring Reykon). By the end of the year, "Get You" had been nominated for a Grammy in the category of Best R&B Performance, and Juanes' "El Ratico" made Uchis a Latin Grammy nominee when it was up for Record of the Year. January 2018 saw the release of the BadBadNotGood-produced single "After the Storm" (featuring Tyler and Bootsy). Uchis released her debut album, Isolation, three months later. It debuted at number 32 on the Billboard 200 and entered the R&B/hip-hop chart at number four.
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Gotta Get Up
Kali Uchis Lyrics
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But you're much better in my dreams
The clock is counting down
Alarms says "wake up, now"
I wanna spend the day in bed
But I gotta get up, gotta get up
Gotta get up
Gotta get up, gotta get up
Gotta get up
Gotta get up and get me something real
Get me something real
The lyrics of Kali Uchis's Gotta Get Up depict the struggle we all face every day when our minds and bodies crave rest and comfort, but the demands of work or life inevitably pull us out of our slumber. The song portrays the conflict between the desire to stay in bed and the urgency of taking action to achieve meaningful goals. The opening lines reflect the singer's weariness of sleeping in, suggesting that they are feeling unproductive and uninspired as a result. However, the second line suggests that the singer finds more satisfaction in their dreams - perhaps they have a vision of what they want to achieve, but they struggle to translate that into reality. The ticking of the clock and the sound of the alarm build a sense of pressure and anxiety, highlighting the importance of making the most of every moment.
The chorus repeats "gotta get up" several times, emphasizing that motivation and determination are crucial in achieving success. The line "get me something real" suggests that the singer is searching for authenticity and fulfilment in their life, rather than simply going through the motions. This idea is reinforced by the use of the word "real" - it suggests that there is something insincere or unsatisfactory about the singer's current situation, and that they are striving for something more genuine or substantial. Overall, the song encourages listeners to pursue their goals with passion and dedication, even when it feels like a struggle to get started.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm getting tired of sleeping in
I'm starting to feel restless and unproductive from sleeping too much
But you're much better in my dreams
I enjoy the thought of the perfect version of you in my mind, rather than the reality of you
The clock is counting down
Time is passing by quickly and I feel pressured to take action
Alarms says "wake up, now"
My alarm is reminding me that I have responsibilities to attend to
I wanna spend the day in bed
I desire to stay in my comfortable and safe space to avoid confronting the challenges of everyday life
But I gotta get up, gotta get up
Despite my desires, I know I need to be proactive and start my day
Gotta get up
I need to get moving and take action
Gotta get up and get me something
I have a desire to achieve or acquire something meaningful
Gotta get up, gotta get up
I need to keep pushing myself forward and not succumb to laziness
Gotta get up
I must start taking steps towards my goals
Gotta get up and get me something real
I want to pursue something genuine and meaningful in my life, rather than settling for something superficial
Get me something real
I am seeking authentic experiences and relationships that provide substance and fulfillment
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Dave Richmond, Harold Fisher, Harry Rabinowitz, Jeff Gitty, Josh Crocker, Karly Marina Loaiza, Martin Kershaw
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I'm getting tired of sleeping in
But you're much better in my dreams
The clock is counting down
Alarm says: Wake up, now
I wanna spend the day in bed
But I gotta get up
Gotta get up, gotta get up
Gotta get up and get me something
Gotta get up, gotta get up, gotta get up
Gotta get up and get me something real
Get me something real
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50 year old guy right here. And I cant stop pressing repeat. Music will never die.
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Fook Yeah Man! Happy New Years Brother! Much love from Los Angeles! <3
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girl i was getting tired of manually hitting replay on the original version, you're a lifesaver thanks !!!!!!