Cloud 9
Lyrikal Lyrics


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Oh lawd ah high
Celebrating life
I know the limit is the sky
And ah know that I ain't living twice

That's why ah living for tonight
On cloud nine
That's why ah living for tonight
On cloud nine
Live it all could end tonight
On cloud nine
That' why ah living for tonight
On cloud nine

And you might see me stumbling
But once my heart still pumping
Ah must wine up on something (must wine up on something)
And this vibes eh have no ceiling
Is exactly how ah feeling
And I doh care who watching
Cause ah done high already
Feel I could fly already
Hand up in the sky already
Ah ready ah ready
Oh lawd ah high
Celebrating life and when ah wake up in the morning
Don't tell me bout last night
And if you take a picture
Doh tag me on no site
Ah cah predict the future so I taking this full flight

That's why ah living for tonight
On cloud nine
That's why ah living for tonight
On cloud nine
Live it all could end tonight
On cloud nine
That's why ah living for tonight
On cloud nine

And every single season
This is the perfect reason
Ah living so ah fetin
And is soca what ah bleeding
Inside my veins it streaming
So you cyah see me stopping
Cause ah done high already
Feel ah could fly already
Hand up in the sky already
Ah ready ah ready
Oh lawd ah high
Celebrating life and when ah wake up in the morning
Don't tell me bout last night
And if you take a picture
Don't tag me on no site
Ah can't predict the future
So ah taking this full flight

That's why ah living for tonight
On cloud nine
That's why ah living for tonight
On cloud nine
Live it all could end tonight
On cloud nine
That's why ah living for tonight
On cloud nine

We love we life so we celebrate
We don't have no time to hate
We is the fetin heavyweight
Fetin now we don't want to wait
Energy done elevate
So let we demonstrate
Drinks in we head and every fete we dey
Cause we done high already
Feel ah could fly already
Hand up in the sky already
Ah ready ah ready
Oh lawd ah high
Celebrating life and when ah waking up in the morning
Don't tell me bout last night
And if you take a picture
Doh tag me on no site
Ah cyah predict the future
So ah taking this full flight

That's why ah living for tonight
On cloud nine
That's why ah living for tonight
On cloud nine
Live it all could end tonight
On cloud nine
That's why ah living for tonight
On cloud nine

Oh lawd ah high
Celebrating life I know the limit is the sky




And ah know that I ain't living twice
That's why ah living for tonight.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Lyrikal's "Cloud 9" exude a carefree spirit that celebrates life and living in the moment. The 'Cloud 9' in the song's title seems to refer to a state of mind that is high on life, rather than a literal place in the sky. The song starts with the artist proclaiming his happiness, and celebrating life to the fullest. The lyrics emphasize the transient nature of life and the importance of living in the moment rather than worrying about the future. The repetition of the phrase 'living for tonight, on cloud nine' underscores the song's central message of embracing the present, enjoying oneself, and leaving the worries behind.


The chorus of the song talks about not caring about what others think and being unafraid to celebrate life. The song's upbeat tempo and catchy beats make it a crowd favorite in fetes and parties. The lyrics point out that no one can predict the future, so it's imperative to seize the moment and take that proverbial 'full flight.' The song's verses explicitly mention dancing, drinking, and enjoying the carnival scene. Although the song is rooted in Soca music, its universal message and the celebratory tone make it accessible to listeners worldwide.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh lawd ah high
Feeling uplifted and ecstatic


Celebrating life
Enjoying and savoring the joys of existence


I know the limit is the sky
Feeling limitless potential and opportunity


And ah know that I ain't living twice
Appreciating the fragility of life and wanting to make the most of it


That's why ah living for tonight
Emphasizing the importance of living in the moment


On cloud nine
Feeling elated and joyful


Live it all could end tonight
Knowing that tomorrow is not promised and one should make the most of the present


And you might see me stumbling
Acknowledging that they may not be perfect or have everything together


But once my heart still pumping
Feeling alive and grateful for every heartbeat and breath


Ah must wine up on something (must wine up on something)
Wanting to dance and enjoy themselves, no matter the circumstance


And this vibes eh have no ceiling
Feeling the energy and excitement of the moment, unrestricted by anything


Is exactly how ah feeling
Feeling genuine and authentic in their emotions


And I doh care who watching
Not being concerned with others' opinions or judgments


Cause ah done high already
Feeling fulfilled and content with the present moment


Feel I could fly already
Feeling free, weightless and empowered


Hand up in the sky already
Raising their hands in victory and celebration


Ah ready ah ready
Feeling prepared and enthusiastic for whatever comes next


Don't tell me bout last night
Preferring to focus on the present and future rather than dwell on the past


And if you take a picture
Acknowledging that others may document their experience


Doh tag me on no site
Preferring privacy and not wanting to be tagged on social media


Ah cah predict the future so I taking this full flight
Not knowing what the future holds, but embracing the present and living fully


And every single season
Enjoying each moment, regardless of the time or place


This is the perfect reason
Finding joy and purpose in the present moment


Ah living so ah fetin
Living life to the fullest by dancing and partying


And is soca what ah bleeding
Feeling deeply connected to the music and energy of soca


Inside my veins it streaming
Feeling the energy and spirit of soca throughout their whole being


So you cyah see me stopping
Not letting anyone or anything get in the way of their enjoyment


Cause ah done high already
Feeling fulfilled and content with the present moment


Energy done elevate
Feeling their energy and excitement building


So let we demonstrate
Showing others how to celebrate and enjoy life


Drinks in we head and every fete we dey
Drinking and partying at every party, celebrating life to the fullest


We love we life so we celebrate
Loving their life and finding reasons to celebrate


We don't have no time to hate
Preferring to focus on positivity rather than negativity


We is the fetin heavyweight
Being known for their love of partying


Fetin now we don't want to wait
Wanting to enjoy and celebrate life in the present moment


Oh lawd ah high
Feeling uplifted and ecstatic


Celebrating life and when ah wake up in the morning
Savoring every moment of life, even after the party has ended


Don't tell me bout last night
Preferring to focus on the present and future rather than dwell on the past


And if you take a picture
Acknowledging that others may document their experience


Doh tag me on no site
Preferring privacy and not wanting to be tagged on social media


Ah cyah predict the future
Not knowing what the future holds


So ah taking this full flight
Embracing the present moment and living life to the fullest




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@cynthialee8338

I'm hispanic but I have grown to love SOCA over the years and prefer to hear this over Latin Music anytime. There is something about SOCA music, you feel alive. It's like an energy that goes threw your body and you connect with the rhythm and everything and everyone else around you. 

@DJTrinivibes4U

next step is for you to book a ticket for Trinidad and Tobago Carnival. FULL EPIC EXPERIENCE

@phoenixjb3

Or even Jamaica in our Soca Season!! We have a whole party series!! OMG u will LOVE IT!!! I would love to go to Trinidad too!! heard its simply SPECTACULAR

@DJTrinivibes4U

Jabari Wellington u are welcome to visit. U will have a ball. Been to JA carnival. It was nice

@mrksbrnd91

Agreed! I'm a mix breed of Guyanese and Jamaican and me and my family  LOVE soca. I really want to go to Trinidad. Its too late for 2015, but 2016 I'm going! Definitely want to visit Jamaica and Canada carnivals as well.

@DJTrinivibes4U

Marks Bernard it's never too late unless it's Ash Wednesday

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@halloweenpropsuk

Soca is seriously the happiest music around 😋🌴🌞

@redpoison1552

to get the best in the world will cell mw7998607jenaeroach

@mclenalex

So true.

@mclenalex

So true.

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