Labrinth made his debut appearance on the UK Singles Chart in March 2010, when his collaboration with English rapper Tinie Tempah, "Pass Out", reached number one. Since then, songs Labrinth released have entered the chart 18 times as of 2020, as well as 5 times on the Billboard Hot 100.
Labrinth has released two solo albums: Electronic Earth in April 2012, and Imagination & the Misfit Kid in November 2019. In 2018, Labrinth formed the supergroup LSD with Australian singer-songwriter Sia and American DJ and producer Diplo. They released their self-titled debut album the following year. Labrinth has also collaborated with a number of artists as a singer, songwriter, and producer including Beyoncé, Kanye West, The Weeknd, Nicki Minaj, Ed Sheeran and Noah Cyrus.
He composed the score for HBO drama series Euphoria, for which he was nominated for two Primetime Emmy Awards, winning one, and The Lion King - Live action's soundtrack, Spirit, with Beyoncé and Ilya Salmanzadeh, achieving nominations at Grammy, Golden Globe, Critics' Choice and winning a NAACP Image Awards.
Only Way Is Up
Labrinth Lyrics
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Laying at the bottom of the pit, you and I
Remembering when we were queens and kings, and emperors
Now they're wondering how the fuck we both made it out alive
But you know the stones don't, they don't bleed (bleed)
And you know the zombies, they don't breathe (breathe)
And you know that you and me are concrete ('crete)
So what can they take from us
When we're already living on ground-zero
Right below basement
Where the only way is up, you know
The only way is up
The only way is up, oh-oh, oh-oh
The only way is up
When you hit rock bottom
The only way is up
From a broken heart
We'll scratch our way back to the surface
Standing on top of the world soon enough
We're gonna come with guns blazing, rocket launcher
Put all the heartbreakers to shame and we'll light 'em up
'Cause you know the stones don't, don't bleed (bleed)
And know the zombies, they don't need breathe (breathe)
And you know that you and me are concrete (-'rete)
Nothing else that we need
So what can they take from us?
When we're already living on ground-zero
Right below basement, whoa
Where the only way is up, you know
The only way is up
The only way is up, oh-oh, oh
The only way is up
When you hit rock bottom
The only way is up
From a broken heart
The lyrics of Labrinth's song "Only Way Is Up" depict a journey from a place of despair and rock bottom to a place of empowerment and resilience. The first verse sets the scene of being at the bottom of a pit, symbolizing a deep sense of hopelessness. The line "Remembering when we were queens and kings, and emperors" suggests a time when they felt powerful and in control, but they have since fallen from that grace. Despite their hardships, they have managed to survive and persevere, leaving others wondering how they have managed to do so.
The chorus emphasizes the idea that nothing can break them because they have already experienced the lowest point possible. The lines "So what can they take from us? When we're already living on ground-zero" and "Where the only way is up" signify a sense of defiance and determination to rise above their circumstances. They believe that they have nothing left to lose and everything to gain, and they are ready to fight their way back to the top. They refuse to be held back by the heartbreak and setbacks they have faced, instead using them as motivation to push forward.
The second verse reaffirms their strength and resilience. They are confident that they will eventually rise to the surface and reclaim their place in the world. The lines "We're gonna come with guns blazing, rocket launcher" metaphorically represent their determination to overcome any obstacles and to exceed expectations. They intend to prove all the doubters wrong and to leave those who have hurt them behind.
Overall, "Only Way Is Up" is a song about finding the strength and motivation to rise above adversity, using past hardships as a catalyst for personal growth and empowerment.
Line by Line Meaning
There is no earth left here to dig
We have exhausted all possibilities and reached a point of emptiness and hopelessness.
Laying at the bottom of the pit, you and I
We find ourselves in a deep and difficult situation, together.
Remembering when we were queens and kings, and emperors
Reflecting on a time when we felt powerful, important, and in control.
Now they're wondering how the fuck we both made it out alive
Others are amazed that we managed to survive and overcome all the challenges.
But you know the stones don't, they don't bleed
Despite the hardships, we remain strong and resilient, unaffected by the pain.
And you know the zombies, they don't breathe
Just like lifeless zombies, we refuse to let our adversities consume us or hinder our progress.
And you know that you and me are concrete
Together, we are unbreakable and solid, capable of withstanding anything that comes our way.
Nothing else that we need
We have each other, and that's all we require to keep pushing forward.
So what can they take from us
Even if others try to bring us down or take away our possessions, it won't diminish our spirit or determination.
When we're already living on ground-zero
We have hit rock bottom and have nothing left to lose, making us fearless and ready for change.
Right below basement
We are at the lowest point, just beneath even the foundation.
Where the only way is up, you know
Despite the challenges, our only path forward is upwards, towards improvement and success.
When you hit rock bottom
In moments of extreme despair or heartbreak, when we have nothing more to lose.
From a broken heart
When our emotional pain is at its peak, it motivates us to rise above and rebuild ourselves.
We'll scratch our way back to the surface
Through determination and resilience, we will fight our way back to a place of clarity and happiness.
Standing on top of the world soon enough
In due time, we will regain our confidence and achieve great success.
We're gonna come with guns blazing, rocket launcher
We will approach our goals with full force, using all our strength and power.
Put all the heartbreakers to shame and we'll light 'em up
We will prove those who caused us pain wrong and show them our resilience and triumph.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Timothy McKenzie
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@rOrO_00
LYRICS
There is no earth left here to dig
Laying at the bottom of the pit, you and I
Remembering when we were queens and kings, and emperors
Now they're wondering how the fuck we both made it out alive
But you know the stones don'tâthey don't bleed (Bleed)
And you know the zombies. They don't breathe (Breathe)
And you know that you and me are concrete (âCrete)
Nothing else that we need
So what can they take from us
When we're already living on ground-zero
Right below basement
Where the only way is up. You know
The only way is up
The only way is up, oh-oh, oh-oh
The only way is up
When you hit rock bottom
The only way is up
From a broken heart
We'll scratch our way back to the surface
Standing on top of the world soon enough
We're gonna come with guns blazing, rocket launcher
Put all the heartbreakers to shame and we'll light them up
'Cause you know the stones don'tâdon't bleed (Bleed)
And you know the zombies. They don't need breathe (Breathe)
And you know that you and me are concrete (âCrete)
Nothing else that we need
So what can they take from us?
When we're already living on ground-zero
Right below basement, whoa
Where the only way is up. You know
The only way is up
The only way is up, oh-oh, oh
The only way is up
When you hit rock bottom
The only way is up
From a broken heart
@igorhph
[Verso 1]
NĂŁo hĂĄ mais terra aqui para cavar
Deitado no fundo do [?]
Lembrando quando Ă©ramos rainhas e reis e imperadores
Agora eles estĂŁo se perguntando como diabos nĂłs dois conseguimos sair vivos
[Pré- Refrão]
Mas vocĂȘ sabe que as pedras nĂŁo, elas nĂŁo sangram (Bleed)
E vocĂȘ conhece os zumbis, elas nĂŁo respiram (Breathe)
E vocĂȘ sabe que vocĂȘ e eu somos concretos (âCreta)
Nada mais que nĂłs precisa
[RefrĂŁo]
EntĂŁo o que eles podem tirar de nĂłs?
Quando jĂĄ estamos vivendo no ponto zero
Logo abaixo do porĂŁo
Onde o Ășnico caminho Ă© para cima, vocĂȘ sabe
O Ășnico caminho Ă© para cima
O Ășnico caminho Ă© para cima, oh-oh, oh-oh
O Ășnico caminho Ă© para cima
Quando vocĂȘ atinge o fundo do poço
O Ășnico caminho Ă© para cima
De um coração partido
[Verso 2]
Vamos abrir nosso caminho de volta Ă superfĂcie
Estando no topo do mundo em breve
Nós vamos chegar com armas em punho, lançador de foguetes
Envergonhar todos os destruidores de coraçÔes e vamos acendĂȘ-los
vocĂȘ pode gostar tambĂ©m
[Pré-refrão]
Porque vocĂȘ sabe que as pedras nĂŁo, nĂŁo sangram (Sangram)
E vocĂȘ conhece os zumbis, eles nĂŁo precisam respirar (Respire)
E vocĂȘ sabe que vocĂȘ e eu somos concretos (âCreta)
Nada mais que precisamos
[RefrĂŁo]
EntĂŁo, o que eles podem tirar de nĂłs?
Quando jĂĄ estamos vivendo no ponto zero
Logo abaixo do porĂŁo, woah
Onde o Ășnico caminho Ă© para cima, vocĂȘ sabe
O Ășnico caminho Ă© para cima
O Ășnico caminho Ă© para cima, oh-oh, oh
O Ășnico caminho Ă© para cima
Quando vocĂȘ atinge o fundo do poço
O Ășnico caminho Ă© para cima
De um coração partido
@anishbiswas7770
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There is no earth left here to dig
Laying at the bottom of the pit, you and I
Remembering when we were queens and kings, and emperors
Now they're wondering how the fuck we both made it out alive
But you know the stones don't, they don't bleed (bleed)
And you know the zombies, they don't breathe (breathe)
And you know that you and me are concrete ('crete)
Nothing else that we need
So what can they take from us
When we're already living on ground-zero
Right below basement
Where the only way is up, you know
The only way is up
The only way is up, oh-oh, oh-oh
The only way is up
When you hit rock bottom
The only way is up
From a broken heart
We'll scratch our way back to the surface
Standing on top of the world soon enough
We're gonna come with guns blazing, rocket launcher
Put all the heartbreakers to shame and we'll light 'em up
'Cause you know the stones don't, don't bleed (bleed)
And know the zombies, they don't need breathe (breathe)
And you know that you and me are concrete (-'rete)
Nothing else that we need
So what can they take from us?
When we're already living on ground-zero
Right below basement, whoa
Where the only way is up, you know
The only way is up
The only way is up, oh-oh, oh
The only way is up
When you hit rock bottom
The only way is up
From a broken heart
@allpowers450
this song and album is a feeling
@thelittlebean8734
I can already hear this in a movie... â€
@rOrO_00
LYRICS
There is no earth left here to dig
Laying at the bottom of the pit, you and I
Remembering when we were queens and kings, and emperors
Now they're wondering how the fuck we both made it out alive
But you know the stones don'tâthey don't bleed (Bleed)
And you know the zombies. They don't breathe (Breathe)
And you know that you and me are concrete (âCrete)
Nothing else that we need
So what can they take from us
When we're already living on ground-zero
Right below basement
Where the only way is up. You know
The only way is up
The only way is up, oh-oh, oh-oh
The only way is up
When you hit rock bottom
The only way is up
From a broken heart
We'll scratch our way back to the surface
Standing on top of the world soon enough
We're gonna come with guns blazing, rocket launcher
Put all the heartbreakers to shame and we'll light them up
'Cause you know the stones don'tâdon't bleed (Bleed)
And you know the zombies. They don't need breathe (Breathe)
And you know that you and me are concrete (âCrete)
Nothing else that we need
So what can they take from us?
When we're already living on ground-zero
Right below basement, whoa
Where the only way is up. You know
The only way is up
The only way is up, oh-oh, oh
The only way is up
When you hit rock bottom
The only way is up
From a broken heart
@pasleywilliams8751
The BEST male vocalist I've heard in a long time.. a raspy voice!! Amazing voice..duet with Mariah Carey!!!â€â€â€
@orhansumen
I can't handle how good this is
@milcav.e2493
labrinth your music is really worth appreciating đ«đ„
@wheniwasolder021
oh labrinth your music is so dope
@khanyampupa3665
Definitely adding this one to my favorite songs.â€ïžâ€ïž
@hajnalkaszirom234
I love the mood of the song...and the feeling it evokes.â€â€â€đ
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@selasun4
His voice soothes my soul â€