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Music has always been an essential component of life for LORD TOPH. At a very early age he was introduced to different genres of music, from various artists spanning over several decades. With both of his parents being big music enthusiasts, music was constantly being played throughout his household growing up. “When my brothers and I were little kids, a typical day might begin with Tchaikovsky’s “Swan Lake,” and go from Leadbelly to Burt Bacharach or Aretha Franklin in the early afternoon. Vicki Carr or Dean Martin might be crooning by the evening time. There was no telling what you might hear towards the end of the night… It could be anything from Engelbert Humperdinck to Jimi Hendrix!” LORD TOPH recalls; but this was typical in the earlier years of his recollection.
With the money saved from their allowance, it wasn’t long before his older brothers were able to collect 45s and LPs of their own to begin their own record collections, which of course, only expanded the appreciation for music in his household.
Being the youngest of four siblings (all boys), LORD TOPH became somewhat of a “music sponge” growing up. “I took in whatever was being played around me,” he adds. “One of my brothers might be listening to the Isley Brothers, while Spirogyra, Frampton or Elton John might be getting played by my other two brothers. It wasn’t hard for me to realize that music was going to play a big part in my life.”
LORD TOPH’s passion for music grew quickly in his primary years. He and his brothers would often come up with their own musical routines to perform for their parents on weekends. While these activities were merely amusement for his brothers, they would become something he would look forward to doing on a more frequent basis.
Paying close attention to the dance, movement, and vocal style of such artists like Michael Jackson, Sam Cooke, or Elvis Presley, LORD TOPH would often mimic these artists, and later combine their moves to begin developing his own style. His mother was an accomplished vocalist, who had experienced little stints at performing on a small scale, but had tucked away that dream in order to raise her four sons. She often sang with the church choir to continue her love for singing. Having taken notice to her youngest son’s strong interest in music and becoming a performer, she began encouraging his talent and coaching him on how to breathe and use his voice as a singer. It wasn’t long before the young LORD TOPH had gone from performing with his brothers for his mother and father, to performing by himself for relatives, neighbors and visiting guests during the summer. He mainly performed songs by Al Green; songs like “Love & Happiness,” “Call me,” “You Ought To Be With Me,” and “Let’s Stay Together.” His Al Green repertoire was occasionally infused with a song or two from Sam Cooke, Elvis Presley or Marvin Gaye.
He began earning tips each time he got to perform, which is how he began earning his summer allowances; an added incentive. These introductory performances not only helped build his confidence, and develop his talent, but they also established his desire and determination to become a performer.
LORD TOPH is an artist, composer, producer, and author. He is the CEO & Executive Producer of Monté CrisToph Multimedia and the creator and founding partner of StarField Stories, a children’s literature publishing company. LORD TOPH is also the founder of the art style, “Empathicism.” His theory and style has been summarized and published by World Wide Art Books, where he has been recognized and praised as an international contemporary master of fine art. LORD TOPH has written several books, and is soon to release his lyrics in four volumes of book publication through the literary branch of Monté CrisToph. Each volume will be accompanied by drafts, candid pictures, and notes for songs.
LORD TOPH has produced several songs for artists that have been part of the Monté CrisToph Music roster. He has written and composed for Folk Acoustic artist, Damen Samuel, Adult Contemporary artists Ebony Anne Isaac and Kyle Whitney, Hip Hop artist, SnowFlake Black, the Classic Blues/Rock act, The Tony Mazza Project, and several other independent artists. LORD TOPH’s newest album is entitled, “Articles in the Cellar.” With this album, LORD TOPH branches beyond his Gothic sound, and pays tribute to his musical roots in this new collection of music. Growing up in the South and being deeply influenced by the sound of Delta Blues, Classic Rock and Soul, he creatively finds a way to infuse these essential genres of music to create a sound all his own.
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LORD TOPH Lyrics
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And yov always seem to come
Yov're wild and wrily
Bvt my hvnger's left vndone
What am I saying
What am I doing
How do I solve this
Oh I feel rvined
I'm hvngry
'Cause when yov're gone
I need yov
Like my finger needs yov too
Like my finger needs yov too
Yovr hands are tovching
When yov're alone what shovld yov do
Don't think yov don't feel me
'Cavse I'm deep inside of yov
I'm yovr finger when yov're cold
I'm yovr finger when yov moan
I'm yovr finger when I'm sold
I'm yovr finger when yov're old
I'm yovr finger
Finger
What am I saying
What am I doing
When yov're alone why
Shovld yov feel rvined
I'm yovr finger when yov're cold
I'm yovr finger when yov moan
I'm yovr finger
Finger
What am I saying
What are yov doing
Why don't yov open yovr eyes and rvin
All those fantasies yov've had
Let that finger be the last
Thing yov need
Yov need me
Not yovr finger
Not yovr finger
Yov need me
And my finger
My finger
The song "Finger" by LORD TOPH is a provocative and deep track that explores themes of desire, intimacy, and addiction. The lyrics are cryptic and metaphorical, using the image of a finger to represent the singer's intense longing for their lover. The opening lines, "My finger beckons yov / And yov always seem to come" immediately set the tone for the song. The finger is a symbol of the singer's desire for their lover, and it seems that this desire is reciprocated as their lover always seems to respond.
The chorus of the song is particularly compelling, as the singer sings, "Like my finger needs yov too / Like my finger needs yov too." The repetition of this line emphasizes the power dynamic between the two characters. Although the finger is inanimate and seemingly subservient to the lover's desires, the singer implies that it, too, has a will of its own and needs the lover in return. This creates a complex dynamic of mutual dependence that is both intoxicating and dangerous.
Throughout the song, the singer seems to struggle with their addiction to their lover and their need for something more fulfilling. They ask themselves, "What am I saying / What am I doing / How do I solve this / Oh, I feel ruined." These lines suggest that the singer is aware that their relationship with their lover is unhealthy and unsustainable, but they feel trapped and unable to escape. The final lines of the song, "Yov need me / And my finger / My finger" suggest that the singer believes that true intimacy and fulfillment can only be found through a relationship that is based on mutual love and respect, rather than addiction and dependence.
Overall, "Finger" is a powerful and thought-provoking song that uses metaphor and symbolism to explore complex themes of desire, addiction, and intimacy. It is a song that rewards repeated listening and careful interpretation as each line is filled with multiple layers of meaning.
Line by Line Meaning
My finger beckons yov
I beckon you with my finger
And yov always seem to come
You always come to me
Yov're wild and wrily
You're unpredictable and untamed
Bvt my hvnger's left vndone
My hunger is left unsatisfied
What am I saying
I'm questioning myself
What am I doing
I'm questioning my actions
How do I solve this
I'm seeking a solution
Oh I feel rvined
I feel ruined and helpless
'Cavse when yov're gone
Because when you're gone
I'm hvngry
I'm hungry for your presence
'Cause when yov're gone
Because when you're gone
I need yov
I need you in my life
Like my finger needs yov too
Just like how my finger needs you too
Yovr hands are tovching
Your hands are touching
When yov're alone what shovld yov do
When you're alone, what should you do?
Don't think yov don't feel me
Don't think you don't feel my presence
'Cavse I'm deep inside of yov
Because I'm a part of you
I'm yovr finger when yov're cold
I'm like your finger when you're feeling cold
I'm yovr finger when yov moan
I'm like your finger when you moan
I'm yovr finger when I'm sold
I'm like your finger when you're sold on something
I'm yovr finger when yov're old
I'm like your finger even when you're old
I'm yovr finger
I'm a part of you
What am I saying
I'm questioning myself
What am I doing
I'm questioning my actions
When yov're alone why
When you're alone
Shovld yov feel rvined
Should you feel ruined and helpless
I'm yovr finger when yov're cold
I'm like your finger when you're feeling cold
I'm yovr finger when yov moan
I'm like your finger when you moan
I'm yovr finger
I'm a part of you
What am I saying
I'm questioning myself
What are yov doing
I'm questioning your actions
Why don't yov open yovr eyes and rvin
Why don't you open your eyes and realize
All those fantasies yov've had
All those fantasies you've had in your mind
Let that finger be the last
Let go of that finger as the last resort
Thing yov need
The last thing that you need
Yov need me
You need me in your life
Not yovr finger
Not just your finger
Not yovr finger
Not just your finger
Yov need me
You need me in your life
And my finger
And my finger, as a part of me
Contributed by Joshua J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.