Jennings began singing at a young age in a Toledo church choir. He later joined a group called The Dotsons with two of his cousins and his older brother, Jay. The group separated in the early 1990s, and Jennings rediscovered music and started a music program at an Ohio prison where he was serving a ten-year sentence on an arson-related charge. He has cited Erykah Badu's 1997 album Baduizm as one of the reasons for his rediscovery. Jennings was released from prison in December 2002 and started to pursue a solo career in music. In January 2003, he performed in Harlem at the Showtime at The Apollo. The same year, he also independently released his first EP, What Is Love. To further pursue his career, Jennings moved to New York City where he performed at rapper Nelly's concert at Radio City Music Hall, at an NAACP convention where he performed an original song called "Thank God for the NAACP", and at the Cafeteria in Chelsea, Manhattan during the blackout on August 14. He signed with Columbia Records and released his debut album Lyfe 268-192 (268-192 was his inmate number) in August 2004. His first single was Stick Up Kid, which didn't see much sucess until after the album was released. The album featured his hit single "Must Be Nice". Jennings' second album The Phoenix was released in August 2006. The first single, "S.E.X.", feautures Jennings' protégé, singer LaLa Brown.
Winner
Lyfe Jennings Lyrics
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Everybody loves a winner
Losers only get to lose
Everybody loves a winner
It makes us feel like were winners too
Everybody loves a winner
The lights, the kisses, the hugs
Everybody loves a winner
Youre okay with the rest now
You can feel the rush of the moment all in your chest now
Youre tryin' to catch your breath now
Youre the best now
And it feels so damn good
This is what you've been waiting on
All the sacrifice and then all the pain is finally paying off
Its much more than you ever thought
Youre a king for a day, youre a king for day
Lets go
Turn up the lights in this place
We wanna see your face
[Chorus]
Everybody loves a winner
Losers only get to lose
Everybody loves a winner
It makes us feel like were winners too
Everybody loves a winner
The lights, the kisses, the hugs
Everybody loves a winner
A winner, a winner
This is history now
Youre officially living the life that everybody dreams now
And finally youre so proud
You can breathe now and it feels so damn good
Its like you work your whole life
Giving up everything in exchange for this one night
But this isn't just one night
Its the one night we made it, the one night we waited for
Turn up the lights in this place
We wanna see your face
[Chorus]
Everybody loves a winner
Losers only get to lose
Everybody loves a winner
It makes us feel like were winners too
Everybody loves a winner
The lights, the kisses, the hugs
Everybody loves a winner
A winner, a winner
So turn up the lights in this place
We wanna see your face
A winner, a winner
A winner, youre a winner
A winner, a winner
The song “Winner” by Lyfe Jennings is about the feeling of accomplishment and recognition that comes with being successful. The chorus reiterates that everyone loves a winner and that it makes us feel like winners too. The song talks about the rush of the moment - the feeling of being on top after all the sacrifice and pain has finally paid off.
Lyfe Jennings sings about how it feels to be living the dream that everybody else dreams of. When you work your whole life and give up everything just to achieve this moment, it becomes so significant that it feels like winning means more than it appears. It's about being proud and finally being able to breathe after reaching the goal.
The song is an ode to all those who have worked hard and accomplished their goals. It celebrates every moment of success and emphasizes the fact that everyone loves and admires a winner.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody loves a winner
Winning is universally respected and admired.
Losers only get to lose
Those who fail are often ignored because losing is perceived as undesirable.
It makes us feel like we're winners too
When someone wins, it gives others a sense of victory and a feeling of being part of something bigger than themselves.
The lights, the kisses, the hugs
The fanfare of victory, including congratulations and celebrations, is unmatched.
You're okay with the rest now
You are doing well compared to others, and you can relax in the moment.
You can feel the rush of the moment all in your chest now
You can physically sense the excitement and emotion of this thrilling moment.
You're tryin' to catch your breath now
You've exerted yourself, and now you need to recover.
You're the best now
You have achieved something great and can call yourself the best in this particular arena.
And it feels so damn good
This sense of triumph is overwhelming and incredibly satisfying.
This is what you've been waiting on
This moment of triumph is the goal you have worked towards for so long.
All the sacrifice and then all the pain is finally paying off
The long process of hard work and sacrifice has finally resulted in this big win.
You're a king for a day, you're a king for day
You get to experience the feeling of being on top for a short time, like a king or queen.
Turn up the lights in this place
The moment of victory and the winner's face should be seen and celebrated.
This is history now
This win is significant and will be remembered for a long time.
You're officially living the life that everybody dreams now
This victory represents the idealized life that many people strive for and dream about.
And finally you're so proud
The sense of pride from this win is unmatched and a great feeling.
You can breathe now and it feels so damn good
The relief of winning and the anxiety and tension leading up to it is gone, and it feels amazing.
It's like you work your whole life
The effort and hard work put into achieving this win is likened to a lifetime's worth of effort.
Giving up everything in exchange for this one night
The sacrifice and dedication shown for this one victory are immense and significant.
But this isn't just one night
This win has long-lasting effects and will be remembered for a long time.
It's the one night we made it, the one night we waited for
This victory is the culmination of a long wait and process, and it is meant to be celebrated and savored.
A winner, a winner
The chorus emphasizes the significance and admiration for winning.
A winner, you're a winner
The individual who has won is recognized and celebrated as a winner.
A winner, a winner
The chorus repeats the idea that winning is the ultimate achievement.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: LASHAUNDA CARR, LYFE JENNINGS
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