Lie
Kronik Lyrics
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She said. I'm in trouble deep
She said. the more I play I get weaker
She didn't want her dear son be a guitar player
She didn't know her crazy son can't live without power
You gonna die
I want that's why
Cry, stupid cry
Bye. I say Goodbye
In Kronik's song "Lie," the singer reflects on an exchange with their mother about their passion for music. The lyrics suggest that the singer's mother disapproves of their pursuit of music, stating that it is "not good for [their] health" and that they are "in trouble deep." The mother also worries that playing music is causing the singer to become weaker. Despite this, the singer insists that they cannot live without the power that comes with being a musician.
The chorus of the song is a bit ominous, with the repeated phrase "You gonna die/I want that's why/Fly, then I'll just fly/Cry, stupid cry/Bye. I say Goodbye." The singer seems to be acknowledging that pursuing a career in music can be difficult and dangerous, but they are willing to take the risk because they are so passionate about it.
This song touches on a common theme in music - the struggle between pursuing one's passion and listening to the advice of others who may not understand that passion. It's clear that the singer's mother cares about them and wants them to be healthy and safe, but they cannot suppress the desire to play music.
Line by Line Meaning
Mama said. this music is not good for my health
My mother thinks that listening to this music is dangerous for my well-being.
She said. I'm in trouble deep
She complained that I am in serious trouble due to my obsession with music.
She said. the more I play I get weaker
My mother thinks that playing music makes me physically weaker.
She didn't want her dear son be a guitar player
My mother didn't want me to pursue music as a career choice in spite of my passion for it.
She didn't know her crazy son can't live without power
My mother was unaware of how important music was to me, and how it fueled my passion.
You gonna die
The song suggests that if you don't take risks and live life fully, you might as well be dead.
I want that's why
The desire to live life boldly and fully is what motivates me to keep pushing forward.
Fly, then I'll just fly
I will soar high and live my best life, no matter how hard the journey may be.
Cry, stupid cry
Don't dwell on failure or setbacks, but instead work towards the future and push through the tough times.
Bye. I say Goodbye
The song ends with a final goodbye, moving on from past hindrances and doing what it takes to truly live life without lingering doubts or regrets.
Contributed by Bentley P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.