Taken
L.O Lyrics


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I wanna sleep here now and wake up in July
Wanna see you next to me uh when I lie
But the truth is we cannot be alright
La di da di da

Ain't nothing poetic when you are down
Metaphor shit! I'm coming for the crown
Drop down like bomb with no sound like Area 51's Bob Lazar
I'm the future car like a battle scar
I'm permanent like Eminem
You gonna see my cameo of Slim Shady so (Show) turn on the radio now
Feeling insane doubt with the pain
Ups and downs still switching no lane
Ignite like (pro)pane kill the main
Popping no Xans wearing no chains
Breaking the rules your mouth drools
Like ice pools with the negative Joules
Y'all fools to take me lightly I'm the beast with that pro tools
Don't matter how they gonna portrait you
I just rotate to another whole plataeu
Like you I ain't a statue all my main stay tune pay the due then they gonna bait you

I used to be no one till I put a dot between them os
We dream of having bread so we could end up having a toast
Mama suicidal so wanna see her in a ghost
I'm the one who put Baphomet through hell and made him a goat
Yea the dark times gave me the strength to break the dawn
And a fake friend's nothing but a sacrificial pawn
Lord knows that I ain't gon' put the city on the map
'Cause I rather make the world dance on my fucking lap
I been wide awake working many overnights
I know my body is the temple but I gotta build a castle for my life
Nobody show me love now the pleasure is mine
I don't got any to hide been putting my life on the line
I'll do anything for my peeps Liza Womack
This the calm before the storm this ain't even my comeback
Plus y'all haven't seen it all think before you claim the king
I'm just showing the tip of the iceberg that made titanic sink

I ain't no Terry Jeffers Son!
That's why I always fear love
Lying about myself today
I feel like I am an Edison
I'm feeling over now
Um um um um




Running in your mind now
Um um um um

Overall Meaning

The song "Taken" by L.O is a deep and introspective take on the artist's journey through life so far. The opening lyrics, "I wanna sleep here now and wake up in July, Wanna see you next to me uh when I lie" showcases the artist's longing for a simpler and more carefree time. However, he quickly admits that things cannot be alright in reality. The chorus, "La di da di da" is a resigned and almost sarcastic way of acknowledging that things may not always go as planned or expected in life. He then goes on to address his struggles with mental health and finding his true self.


In the second verse, L.O talks about overcoming the darker aspects of his life and how his struggles helped him find strength. "I used to be no one till I put a dot between them os," is a reference to the artist's name, which stands for "Life Observed." He also touches upon issues of suicide and loneliness, but ultimately, he decides to push through and build a better life for himself.


Overall, "Taken" is a powerful and honest track that speaks to the struggles that many people may face in their lives. It is a reminder to keep pushing forward, even when things seem hopeless.


Line by Line Meaning

I wanna sleep here now and wake up in July
I wish to stay in this moment, but time moves on without stopping.


Wanna see you next to me uh when I lie
I desire the presence of someone I love alongside me.


But the truth is we cannot be alright
Acknowledging that gaining true physical and emotional closeness is not possible.


La di da di da
Casual tune to ease the serious mood.


Ain't nothing poetic when you are down
When you're in a dark place, no pretty words can make you feel better.


Metaphor shit! I'm coming for the crown
I'm creating my own way with words, and determined to be the best at it.


Drop down like bomb with no sound like Area 51's Bob Lazar
I will impact the world without warning, like the legendary controversial figure Bob Lazar.


I'm the future car like a battle scar
My persona is unique, fresh, and comes with its own story of struggles.


I'm permanent like Eminem
I'm here to stay, and I will impact beyond my time.


You gonna see my cameo of Slim Shady so (Show) turn on the radio now
You'll hear a lot from me, and the legacy of Slim Shady will be part of it.


Feeling insane doubt with the pain
Suffering causes crippling self-doubt and instability.


Ups and downs still switching no lane
Life is unpredictable, and change is inevitable.


Ignite like (pro)pane kill the main
I will bring the energy and determination to take over and succeed.


Popping no Xans wearing no chains
I don't need drugs or materialism to feel invincible.


Breaking the rules your mouth drools
I'm a rebel and people can't help but be fascinated by me.


Like ice pools with the negative Joules
I have a cold side that attracts dark energy.


Y'all fools to take me lightly I'm the beast with that pro tools
Underestimating me is a big mistake, I'm skilled and powerful.


Don't matter how they gonna portrait you
What others say doesn't matter, as long as you're true to yourself.


I just rotate to another whole plateau
I'm not staying in one place, I'm exploring new heights every day.


Like you I ain't a statue all my main stay tune pay the due then they gonna bait you
I'm not stagnant, and will never let someone else control my narrative.


I used to be no one till I put a dot between them os
I was invisible, but now I take notice by standing out with intention.


We dream of having bread so we could end up having a toast
We aspire to achieve something, and are rewarded with celebration.


Mama suicidal so wanna see her in a ghost
My mother was in deep pain, and I wished she could find peace and move on.


I'm the one who put Baphomet through hell and made him a goat
I relate to the fallen angel Baphomet, and I carry his spirit.


Yea the dark times gave me the strength to break the dawn
My hardships gave me the fortitude to overcome, and start anew.


And a fake friend's nothing but a sacrificial pawn
Someone who is pretending to be a friend is ultimately serving their own purpose, and not worth your trust.


Lord knows that I ain't gon' put the city on the map
I'm not relying on my hometown to make a name for myself.


'Cause I rather make the world dance on my fucking lap
I want to take control and make an impact on a global level.


I been wide awake working many overnights
I've been putting in the time and effort to succeed, even when others are sleeping.


I know my body is the temple but I gotta build a castle for my life
I value self-care, but I also need to create a robust foundation for my future.


Nobody show me love now the pleasure is mine
I'm doing this for myself, and not waiting for anyone else's approval.


I don't got any to hide been putting my life on the line
I'm being authentic and honest, even if it comes with risk or vulnerability.


I'll do anything for my peeps Liza Womack
My loved ones mean everything to me, and I will protect and provide for them.


This the calm before the storm this ain't even my comeback
I'm just getting started, and bigger things are ahead.


Plus y'all haven't seen it all think before you claim the king
Don't assume I've shown everything yet, and don't crown me until I've proven myself.


I'm just showing the tip of the iceberg that made titanic sink
There's more to me than meets the eye, and I'm powerful enough to cause a stir.


I ain't no Terry Jeffers Son!
I'm not letting anyone else define me, even if they share my identity.


That's why I always fear love
I'm afraid of the vulnerability and power that comes with loving someone else.


Lying about myself today
I'm not being truthful with myself, and it's causing problems.


I feel like I am an Edison
I feel like a genius inventor, with great ideas and potential.


I'm feeling over now
I'm overwhelmed and don't know how to cope.


Um um um um
A filler sound to create an ambience of frustration or confusion.


Running in your mind now
My thoughts are racing and I can't escape them.




Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Leonard Nongthombam, Prem Rajak, Vyasananda Hamom

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@atashaemzz

Wild song but SO UNDERRATED!

@akt3037

I agree!

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