High
Lupe Fiasco feat. Simon Sayz Lyrics


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See this shit go 'round and 'round
Hope you get up to speed and you're alright
All I ever wanted was the dove view
And all the people that I love to stay high, high, elevated
All I wanna see my niggas sittin' on top
More than high, high, elevated
All I wanna see my niggas sittin' on top
High, more than high, high
High, high, high, high

It drops without, then without doubt I'm without drought
How else could I spit out 'bout
Spotted backs without alps
Rain delay
What's that I came to say?
Get it wet like Training Day
With no drain away, you with it yet
They ain't related
Lupe got him an H and K
Heckler, Kramer way
Rain delay
Aight, nigga, put the game away
You mean like rain delay?
She said, "If I pop it then you gotta pay me"
So I make it rain for the ladies
Off that, skiin' where my shooters can't walk at
Of course, we ball with hoes
In the club, I golf that
But ball back, games where it rains and they halt that
We gettin' cold, better salt that
In my brain, it is stormin'
When it rains, it is pourin'
Spit out 'bout, swat at bats
Commissioner Gordon, not a sportsman
Your reigns, not important
But I'm Jordan

High, more than high, high
See this shit go 'round and 'round
Hope you get up to speed and you're alright
All I ever wanted was to love you
And all the people that I love to stay high, high, elevated
All I wanna see my niggas sittin' on top
More than high, high, elevated
All I wanna see my niggas sittin' on top
High, more than high, high
High, high, high, high

Why I always gotta say it for you?
Why you be as quiet as a DP with an oral
Why on TV it's adorable?
And greedy it be horrible
Somethin' somethin' sword you
It's like sayin', look, Duval too tall
Or the cue ball is too small
I make two fall in the pool hall
And my new car a carpool
You all finna call
New farm, new balls, to fall
Get a new dog to approve all
High, more than high, high
Sweet
High, more than high, high
Sweet
High, more than high, high
Sweet
High, more than high, high
Sweet
Enough room for you niggas to eat, deep
That's a keeper homie, whole lot of square foot to sweep
I clean, trampoline, flow lift you off of your feet
Tell your king pass the throne or I'll kick you off of your seat
Like a drummer, I'll kick you off from your seat
Like a drum kit, kick you off with my feat





High, more than high, high

Overall Meaning

The song "High" by Lupe Fiasco feat. Simon Sayz talks about the desire to make it to the top and stay elevated. It starts with a line "See this shit go 'round and 'round, Hope you get up to speed and you're alright". This line speaks about the cycle of life and how it keeps going round and round, but one must keep up with the pace to stay afloat. The lyrics continue to talk about how all the rapper wanted was success and for his loved ones to stay high, which means to stay motivated and successful.
The second verse continues with some wordplay as the artist talks about how he is without a doubt and without drought, meaning he has plenty of talent and creativity to spread around. He then goes on to talk about how he wants to be with women the way a TV portrays it, cute and adorable, but in real life, it can be horrible, greedy, and sword-like. He then talks about how he makes his own way, even if it means making two balls fall into a pool hall or having a carpool in his new car.


Overall, the song "High" speaks about the struggles of trying to make it to the top, stay motivated, and keep those we care about elevated. It also touches on the need to be creative, have fun, and make our own way in life.


Line by Line Meaning

See this shit go 'round and 'round
Life is a constant cycle of ups and downs, hope you keep up and stay okay.


Hope you get up to speed and you're alright
I hope you catch up to the rhythm of life and find your way without any troubles.


All I ever wanted was the dove view
All I ever wanted was a peaceful and harmonious perspective on life.


And all the people that I love to stay high, high, elevated
I want all the people I care about to feel elated and happy, reaching greater heights.


All I wanna see my niggas sittin' on top
My ultimate desire is to see my friends and loved ones in a position of power and success.


More than high, high, elevated
I want them to be extremely successful, surpassing any expectations and limitations.


It drops without, then without doubt I'm without drought
Success comes to me naturally, without struggle or setback. I am never short on opportunities.


How else could I spit out 'bout
How else could I express my thoughts and feelings?


Spotted backs without alps
I see opportunities and possibilities even in unexpected or uncommon places.


Rain delay
Sometimes things don't happen as planned or expected, there are delays and setbacks.


What's that I came to say?
What is the message I am trying to convey?


Get it wet like Training Day
I am ready and willing to go all in, regardless of the risks or consequences, like the characters in the movie Training Day.


With no drain away, you with it yet
I am not backing down or giving up, are you still with me?


They ain't related
There is no connection or association between the different things or people I am talking about.


Lupe got him an H and K
I have acquired a gun made by the German manufacturer Heckler and Koch.


Heckler, Kramer way
I am using my gun in a way similar to the character Kramer from the TV show Seinfeld, who uses his everyday items in unexpected and creative ways.


Aight, nigga, put the game away
Okay, friend, let's stop playing games and get serious.


You mean like rain delay?
Are you talking about a delay or setback, like when it rains and games get postponed?


She said, 'If I pop it then you gotta pay me'
She said, 'If I show you a good time or do something for you, you have to compensate me financially.'


So I make it rain for the ladies
So I am spending a lot of money on the women, showering them with gifts and attention.


Off that, skiin' where my shooters can't walk at
I am moving on from that, going to places or doing things that are not accessible or favorable to my enemies or rivals.


Of course, we ball with hoes
Of course, we are hanging out with beautiful women and having a good time.


In the club, I golf that
I am dominating or excelling in the club scene or environment.


But ball back, games where it rains and they halt that
But let's go back to sports and competition, where some people get discouraged or give up when it rains or things get tough.


We gettin' cold, better salt that
We are becoming more serious and ruthless, sharpening our skills and strategies to beat the competition.


In my brain, it is stormin'
In my mind, there are many complex and intense thoughts and emotions, like a storm.


When it rains, it is pourin'
When things start going wrong, they tend to continue or escalate.


Spit out 'bout, swat at bats
I am expressing myself and swatting away any obstacles or distractions.


Commissioner Gordon, not a sportsman
I am more like a skilled and dedicated policeman or detective, not just an athlete or competitor.


Your reigns, not important
Your claim to power or authority is not relevant or significant to me.


But I'm Jordan
But I am a legendary and dominant figure, like Michael Jordan in basketball.


Why I always gotta say it for you?
Why do I always have to speak up or take responsibility for you?


Why you be as quiet as a DP with an oral
Why are you so silent and passive, like a director of photography during a scene with no dialogue?


Why on TV it's adorable?
Why is it cute or appealing when people act a certain way on TV, but not in real life?


And greedy it be horrible
And when people act selfish or greedy, it is terrible or ugly.


Somethin' somethin' sword you
Something, something, maybe a sword or a weapon, is threatening or affecting you.


It's like sayin', look, Duval too tall
It is like pointing out the obvious or irrelevant, like saying, 'Look, Duval is too tall.'


Or the cue ball is too small
Or like complaining about the size or weight of a cue ball while playing pool.


I make two fall in the pool hall
I am skilled or lucky enough to beat two opponents in a game of pool.


And my new car a carpool
And my new car is big enough to fit many people, like a carpool.


You all finna call
You all are going to call and invite your friends or associates.


New farm, new balls, to fall
I am starting fresh with new opportunities or resources, and there will be new challenges or risks to overcome.


Get a new dog to approve all
I am getting a new dog to help me, and to make sure everything is vetted or checked properly.


Sweet
A casual or emphatic expression of approval or agreement.


Enough room for you niggas to eat, deep
There is plenty of space, food, and opportunities for everyone, so dig in and enjoy.


That's a keeper homie, whole lot of square foot to sweep
That is a valuable or useful item, my friend, and there is a lot of work or responsibility to take care of it.


I clean, trampoline, flow lift you off of your feet
I am cleaning or organizing things, and my skills or music can elevate you or make you feel great.


Tell your king pass the throne or I'll kick you off of your seat
Tell your leader or boss to step down and make room for me, or I will forcefully remove you from your position or influence.


Like a drummer, I'll kick you off from your seat
Like a drummer who sets the rhythm and pace, I will remove or replace you as necessary to achieve my goals.


Like a drum kit, kick you off with my feat
Like a drum set that produces powerful and rhythmic sounds, I will defeat or overpower you with my skills and determination.


High, more than high, high
A repeated expression of excitement, ambition, or elation, implying a desire to reach greater heights or accomplish great things.




Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management
Written by: Wasalu Muhammad Jaco, Simon Peter Morel

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Comments from YouTube:

Letlhogonolo Letlhake

Different kind of feel,like the diversity and creative spin around this type beat,Lupe never fails to delivers on the lyricism#DROGAS light-best lyricist in the 🌏

Enheritance

one of my fav songs. I love the diversity on this album and different sounds. <3

Down Load

my fav song on new album!! that beat break down is super funky.

Stephen Lewis

love this song. perfect mix of my fav music genres; Electronic vibes & Hip-Hop.
The beat is DOPE!

Donzell Carter

My second favorite song on the album. Such amazing wordplay.

Frank Martin Jr

This is the greatest interlude I've ever heard

Ricky Nelson

One of my favorite songs on the album. I want this as an instrumental!

Ash-Rain

I'm into rope skipping and this song is the killer. I love it! Fast changes in pace are amazing and then it slows down. Just amazing for this sport. I love the album. It sorta grew to me as I didn't like it the first time I played it (some songs where cool but some where a whole lot of different to the Lupe I knew). However, it's one of those albums that grows really strong on second+ play. I'm listening to it everyday now and loving it so far. shout out: I love what you're doing Lupe! I'am also amazed by your ability to re-invent yourself. You've got some strong shit going on. Keep it up! Greetz from Germany.

Gabriel Pescado

This album underrated AF

AGFROMDA I.E

No. It's Lupe Fiasco's worst album.

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