Written, produced and engineered by themselves, their debut album was released in 2007, receiving glowing reviews and earning a spot on Get Out's top 10 local albums. Later that year, they were named Best Rock Band of Phoenix (Phoenix New Times). Their single In The Music reached No. 9 on South Africa's influential TuksFM top 40.
Currently recording their second album, Kongos is releasing a single a month -- the first two have been: It's a Good Life and Come With Me Now.
"It's rare to be in on the ground floor of something that doesn't sound like anything else you might've heard before ..." (Phoenix New Times)
"Kongos sounds like no other band, not just in the Valley, but in the whole of mainstream rock music ..." (Get Out)
"Kongos are bound to make it big. Their songs are radio-ready and they have a frickin' kickin' accordion!" (Music-Critic.com)
Sites: Kongos.com (official)
I Want It Free
Kongos Lyrics
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We are all one of a kind
But times up, so don't get up
You're too late to be the first in line
Put your hands up, if you round up
Out of ten we're at least a nine
But times up and I fucked up
Twelve of me for less than a dime
Hey now, get up and get it, before it's too
Late now, get up and get it, you don't have to
Wait now, you can have it all if you just
Say, I want it now, I want it free
Hands up, get on up
Don't you wanna know what's on my mind?
But times up, so don't get up
I was sure I was one of a kind
Put your hands up, I give up
I was looking for a place to hide
But times up and I fucked up
Now I'm staring at the great divide
Hey now, get up and get it, before it's too
Late now, get up and get it, you don't have to
Wait now, you can have it all if you just
Say, I want it now, I want it free
I had a dream the other night
Where I could see my name in lights
But every time I get close it starts to fade away
From Tokyo to Bogota
All the girls say aha
And I'd be lying if I told you I could walk away
I had a dream the other night
Where I could see my name in lights
But every time I get close it starts to fade away
From Shanghai to Omaha
All the girls say aha
And you'd be lying if you told me you could walk away
I had a dream the other night
Where I could see my name in lights
But every time I get close it starts to fade away
From Tokyo to Bogota
All the girls say aha
And I'd be lying if I told you I could walk away
Hey now, get up and get it, before it's too
Late now, get up and get it, you don't have to
Wait now, you can have it all if you just
Say, I want it now, I want it free
You can have it all if you just
Say, I want it now, I want it free
The lyrics of KONGOS's song I Want It Free seem to be about the urgency and the desire to obtain something that is very important to the singer. He encourages listeners to put their hands up, get up, and strive for what they want because time is running out. He also mentions feeling like he is one of a kind, but later realizes that time has run out and he has made mistakes.
The singer then describes a dream where he sees his name in lights, indicating that he wants to be famous and successful. However, every time he gets close, things start to fade away. He mentions different cities from around the world where all the girls say "aha," possibly insinuating that success and fame would bring worldwide recognition and admiration. In the end, he emphasizes the importance of declaring what one wants, saying "I want it now, I want it free."
Overall, the song seems to be about the need to seize opportunities and work hard to attain one's desires before it's too late. The dream sequence could also represent the disillusionment that comes with pursuing fame and how it can be difficult to maintain.
Line by Line Meaning
Hands up, get on up
Get ready for something big and exciting.
We are all one of a kind
We are all unique in our own way.
But times up, so don't get up
It's too late to act on something, so don't bother.
You're too late to be the first in line
You missed the opportunity to be the first one to get something.
Put your hands up, if you round up
If we average out our abilities, we are still above average.
Out of ten we're at least a nine
On a scale of one to ten, we are at least a nine.
But times up and I fucked up
It's too late, and I made a mistake.
Twelve of me for less than a dime
I'm not worth much, and there are plenty of people who can replace me.
Hey now, get up and get it, before it's too
Take action quickly before it's too late.
Late now, get up and get it, you don't have to
Even if it's late, you can still try to get it.
Wait now, you can have it all if you just
You can have everything if you only say that you want it.
Say, I want it now, I want it free
Express that you want something, and you want it without any cost.
Don't you wanna know what's on my mind?
Do you want to know what I'm thinking?
I was sure I was one of a kind
I was confident that I was unique.
Put your hands up, I give up
I surrender.
I was looking for a place to hide
I was trying to escape from something.
Now I'm staring at the great divide
Now I'm faced with a huge problem that I'm unsure how to solve.
I had a dream the other night
I had a vision of something in my mind while sleeping.
Where I could see my name in lights
Where I imagined myself achieving fame and recognition.
But every time I get close it starts to fade away
Every time I get close to achieving my dream, it slips away.
From Tokyo to Bogota
From Tokyo, Japan to Bogota, Columbia.
All the girls say aha
Everyone is excited and enthusiastic.
And I'd be lying if I told you I could walk away
I can't simply walk away from my dreams and aspirations.
You can have it all if you just
If you express that you want something enough, you can have it all.
Say, I want it now, I want it free
Claim and demand everything you want for free.
Writer(s): John Joseph Kongos, Jesse Dean Kongos
Contributed by Michael Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
danielkleymam
This band deserves so much more
Nichole Coffey
I'm loving it! Kongos have such a unique sound and vibe!
YURAN1UM
This song has unique style and I love it! Keep going guys, things you are doing are breathtaking!
Azelethros_OG
I love the Kongos, such unique rhythm and beat
Apollo Kong73
Самый великий коллектив нашего времени,я очень надеюсь что услышу их в живую!!!
vanpepper _
YOUR AMAZING AT MAKING THESE LYRIC VIDEOS FOR KONGOS!!..KEEP IT UP!
Nick Christoforou
This infectious song should be the next single from 'Egomaniac'. The bridge at 1:27 leading to the chorus is amazing!
Abdullah Al Obaidi
The beat drop at 0:09 is INCREDIBLEEEEEEEE
Michael Berry
Love it Love it Love it <3 You boys sure do ROCK!
Pinkamena Polska
one of my favourite songs from kongos <3 I love it