On The Road
Kyprios Lyrics
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Bowling for Columbine all of my hate fall
Combine the mind of the mad and the sick
The magic marker, mark of the beast,the greed of the rich
I gotta piece of mind a need a bigger piece of the bitch
I hit you off and then I'm gone as I recede in the mix
The heat is the fix, my speed a hundred and six
On the highway steerin' wheel beatin' my fists
Magician with the vision
I got the sleeve with the tricks
Give a heathen a kiss
and don't miss
Jack Kerouac "On The Road" reason for this
(Chorus)
I'm on the road (x4)
Vancouver to New York
Rock Steady reunion on the road in a Ford
Prevail had a show, Heather had the ride
I had to go I taught Day how to drive
Winnipeg for the night then we made a right at the border
Dropped down to Dakota
Had a soda in Minnesota
Met a fine waitress, I probably should've wrote her
(Chorus)
Hit Chicago, man that city was tight
Cooped up to long Prev and I had a fight
Out on Michigan Av. on mission for ass
Missin' our minds man that shit never last
The city of wind had us all blown away
To think about it was kinda hard to go away
Head east to D.C
Hit a record shop, stop and take it easy
Then to Philly city of brotherly love
Liberty bell, celebrity mugs
Jill Scott, Allen I and the Roots
If the streets could speak man I think they'd tell the truth
New Jersey turnpike at last man, through
Manhattan how'd this happen?
Map in my hand a case of beer
The city was a monument I knew I'd love it there
I'm off the road, I'm off the road, I'm off your map,I'm off the road
In Kyprios's song "On The Road," he uses vivid imagery to recount his travels across the United States, from Vancouver to New York. He tells a story of hedonism, meeting new people, and the thrill of the open road. He raps about engaging in activities such as using drugs, drinking alcohol, and seeking out sexual encounters, often in pursuit of his "itch." However, he also references Jack Kerouac's "On the Road," indicating that this trip is not just about satisfying carnal desires, but also about seeking out new experiences and connections.
Throughout the song, Kyprios raps about speeding down the highway, switching lanes, and beating his fists on the steering wheel. He emphasizes the excitement and energy of being on the road, as well as the feeling of being completely immersed in the moment. However, the song also carries a sense of transience and impermanence. Kyprios describes meeting interesting people and having memorable experiences, but he is also aware that these encounters may be fleeting and that he will eventually have to move on.
Overall, "On the Road" tells the story of a journey that is both exhilarating and bittersweet. Kyprios paints a picture of a life lived on the edge, with all of the ups and downs that come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Speed ball, eight ball, ballin after eight y'all
Rapidly moving forward, disregarding consequences, living recklessly
Bowling for Columbine all of my hate fall
Reflecting on societal problems and feeling frustrated
Combine the mind of the mad and the sick
Mental instability and vulnerability
The magic marker, mark of the beast, the greed of the rich
Symbolic representation of power and corruption
I gotta piece of mind a need a bigger piece of the bitch
Desiring more control and success
I hit you off and then I'm gone as I recede in the mix
Making a quick impact and then disappearing
The heat is the fix, my speed a hundred and six
Driving fast to feel the thrill and escape problems
On the highway steerin' wheel beatin' my fists
Coping with anger and frustration through driving
I feed the itch switch lanes when I'm feeling the switch
Satisfying the craving for adrenaline and changing direction
Magician with the vision
Having foresight and creativity
I got the sleeve with the tricks
Having hidden talents and abilities
Give a heathen a kiss and don't miss
Spreading positivity and love
Jack Kerouac 'On The Road' reason for this
Influenced by the classic novel to embark on a journey of self-discovery
I'm on the road (x4)
Emphasizing the theme of constant movement
Vancouver to New York
Listing the beginning and end destinations of the trip
Rock Steady reunion on the road in a Ford
Meeting up with old friends and traveling in a car
Prevail had a show, Heather had the ride
Attending a concert and relying on a friend for transportation
I had to go I taught Day how to drive
Taking charge and teaching a friend new skills
Winnipeg for the night then we made a right at the border
Stopping temporarily and then changing direction
Dropped down to Dakota, had a soda in Minnesota
Experiencing new places and enjoying simple pleasures
Met a fine waitress, I probably should've wrote her
Making a romantic connection and feeling a sense of regret
Hit Chicago, man that city was tight
Arriving at a bustling and exciting city
Cooped up too long Prev and I had a fight
Feeling frustrated and taking it out on a friend
Out on Michigan Av. on mission for ass
Looking for a romantic encounter in a specific location
Missin' our minds man that shit never last
Experiencing temporary pleasure and realizing it won't last
The city of wind had us all blown away
Being impressed and overwhelmed by the energy of the city
To think about it was kinda hard to go away
Feeling conflicted about leaving a place that was enjoyable
Head east to D.C, hit a record shop, stop and take it easy
Visiting the nation's capital and taking a break to relax
Then to Philly city of brotherly love
Traveling to a city known for its sense of community
Liberty bell, celebrity mugs, Jill Scott, Allen I and the Roots
Listing sights and people encountered during the trip
If the streets could speak man I think they'd tell the truth
Feeling a sense of honesty and authenticity in urban areas
New Jersey turnpike at last man, through
Driving through a famous, busy highway
Manhattan how'd this happen?
Expressing disbelief and amazement at reaching a famous city
Map in my hand a case of beer
Preparing for exploration and enjoyment
The city was a monument I knew I'd love it there
Feeling a deep connection and admiration for the city
I'm off the road, I'm off the road, I'm off your map, I'm off the road
Ending the journey but feeling the lasting effects of it
Contributed by Nora S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.