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)
Take It from Me
Kongos Lyrics
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I woke up, don't recognize the bed
Took me a minute to clear my head
I try recalling, but the blanks won't fill
Camera was rolling, but I forgot the film
(Take it from me)
Any minute you will cross that line
(Take it from me)
You never think about the price that you pay
It got a mind of its own and it say
(Take it from me)
Its got a mind of its own and it say
(Take it from me)
Its got a mind of its own and it say
(Take it from me)
Nothing can stop me
Nothing holds me back
Think you can slow me down?
Knock me off my track?
Nothing can stop me
Nothing holds me back
Think you could slow me down?
There ain't no turning back
It don't take much for the beast to bolt
A split second too late to bring it to a halt
You're hypnotized, your feet follow your shoes
It's kinda like, a cigarette smokin' you
(Take it from me)
When you start it's just a matter of time
Any minute you will cross that line
(Take it from me)
You never think about the price that you pay
(Take it from me)
It got a mind of its own and it say
(Take it from me)
Its got a mind of its own and it say
Nothing can stop me
Nothing holds me back
Think you could slow me down?
Knock me off my track
Nothing can stop me
Nothing holds me back
Think you could slow me down?
There ain't no turning back
Take it from me
Its got a mind of its own and it say
Nothing can stop me
Nothing holds me back
Think you could slow me down?
There ain't no turning back
Take it from me
Take it from me
The lyrics of Kongos's song "Take It from Me" speak about the uncontrollable nature of one's actions once they start. The first verse describes a feeling of confusion and disorientation, as if the singer has woken up in an unfamiliar place and can't remember what happened. The second verse then describes how once the "beast" inside is unleashed, it is difficult to stop. The singer uses the metaphor of a cigarette smoking you to convey the idea that once you start, it is hard to resist.
The chorus repeats phrases like "Nothing can stop me" and "It's got a mind of its own and it say" to emphasize how the singer feels powerless against their own impulses. The phrase "Take it from me" could be interpreted as the singer's warning to others to learn from their mistakes and not let their own impulses control them. Overall, the song seems to be a cautionary tale about the dangers of letting one's impulses take over.
Line by Line Meaning
It got a mind of its own and it say
My impulses are taking over and I can't control them.
I woke up, don't recognize the bed
I'm lost and don't know where I'm headed.
Took me a minute to clear my head
It's hard to keep a clear mind and make sound decisions.
I try recalling, but the blanks won't fill
I can't remember important details that could help me make better choices.
Camera was rolling, but I forgot the film
I missed out on important moments because I wasn't present and aware.
(Take it from me)
When you start it's just a matter of time
Any minute you will cross that line
Once you start down a certain path, it's only a matter of time before you go too far.
(Take it from me)
You never think about the price that you pay
We don't consider the consequences of our actions.
Nothing can stop me
Nothing holds me back
I feel unstoppable and invincible.
Think you can slow me down?
Knock me off my track?
No one can deter me from my chosen course.
It don't take much for the beast to bolt
A split second too late to bring it to a halt
Once my impulses take over, it's hard to stop them in time to prevent negative outcomes.
You're hypnotized, your feet follow your shoes
It's kinda like, a cigarette smokin' you
Our impulses can be so strong that we become like robots, following them without thought or question.
Take it from me
Its got a mind of its own and it say
Believe me when I say that my impulses are in control.
Think you could slow me down?
There ain't no turning back
I'm committed to my path and nothing can change that.
Take it from me
Listen to my experience and the lessons I've learned.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JESSE DEAN KONGOS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
KONGOS / Tokoloshe Records
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Half my lifes story, I should write a book! Can't hear this and sit still!
Carme De La Fuente
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Christine Elliot
Me too love ya Kongos
OPTİMUS PRİME
Whery good niceeeee
Yann Varin
Thank you all Band Team for this tribal vibes > Super powerful !!
Walk off the Earth
Love this song. Love this video. Love this band. That is all.
Sebastien Jean
Love you
Marisa Morrison
Me too I love them
Cassandra Collins
Love this song. Love this video. Love this band. Love you, too!