Warriors
M.I.A. - www.musicasparabaixar.org Lyrics
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I tick tick tick I collected my ticks
Top dog even though I didn’t speak no English
Guess I got grit 'cause I suffer for my shit
Guess I came from the sticks and moved to the bricks
You can’t fix this 'cause I’m in the same mix
Guess I’m in the air you can smell me like Vicks
It’s my last wish
One snare one kick oh look at this
I freak in minds like
Giddy up giddy up giddy up
Come take a ride
Light the city up city up city up
You’ve got me fired up
Sound boy got me back up
I keep my head downbeat it up beat it up beat it up
M.i.a
Warriors in the dance
Warriors in the dance
Gangsters bangers were puttin' 'em in a trance
Put them in a trance
Om
We’re putting em in a trance
Warriors in a dance
W-w-w-warriors in a dance
W-w-w-warriors in a dance
Warriors in a dance
W-w-w-warriors in a dance
W-w-w-warriors in a dance
I tick tick tick I collected my ticks
Top dog even though I didn’t speak no English
Guess I got grit 'cause I suffer for my shit
Guess I came from the sticks and moved to the bricks
You can’t fix this 'cause I’m in the same mix
Guess I’m in the air you can smell me like Vicks
This chicks bringing back this
It’s my last wish
One snare one kick oh look at this
M.I.A.
Warriors in the dance
Warriors in the dance
Gangsters bangers were puttin 'em in a trance
Put them in a trance
Om
We're putting them in a trance
Warriors in the dance
Warriors in the dance
Om
M.I.A. murda middle finger
Fuck 'em other bitches that try to be my ringer
This time I come as singer
Next time ill come as pain
I ain't talking money
But I can make it rain
Bitches try to get me with
Their witches on cocaine
Snitches turn to dust
And I wash em down the drain
Vitamins for your brain
Protein for your weight gain
Warriors in the dance
This is how we train!
In "Warriors" by M.I.A., the artist talks about her rise to fame, saying she collected her ticks through hard work and perseverance. Coming from a small town to making it in the big city, she seemingly had grit and determination, struggling for her art. She uses the imagery of smelling like Vicks, an ointment used for cold relief, as if to suggest she is always present and has a distinct odor, one of determination and resilience. M.I.A. speaks about being a warrior in the dance, bringing people under her spell, putting them in a trance with her music. She declares herself a singer, not just someone trying to imitate her work, and her potential for a long career seems limitless. The lyrics are infectious and thoroughly modern, depicting the life of an independent artist fighting for her place in a cutthroat industry.
The song's chorus describes the power that M.I.A.'s music holds over her audience, turning them into warriors in the dance. The lyrics speak about the trance-like state the music can create and how the artists themselves hold this power over the crowd. M.I.A. interestingly uses the phrase "putting em in a trance" multiple times in the song, highlighting the hold that music can have over the listener. "Warriors" is also unique in that M.I.A. collaborates with different producers for each track, creating a unique sound and diversity throughout the album. Moreover, the song inspired the popular "Harlem Shake" dance, which gained worldwide fame in 2013. Additionally, the song's music video features a collaboration with Director Spike Jonze, who directed movies such as Her, Where the Wild Things Are and the music video for Fatboy Slim's "Weapon of Choice." The video also depicts a chaotic and surreal image of young Londoners dancing on a deserted street. This song also featured on the soundtrack of the film Slumdog Millionaire, which won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2009.
Chords: The chords for this song are not available as it is an electronic production with heavy sampling instead of one particular instrument playing the melody.
Line by Line Meaning
I tick tick tick I collected my ticks
I've been keeping track of my accomplishments and achievements over time.
Top dog even though I didn't speak no English
I was successful and in charge despite not knowing the dominant language in my community.
Guess I got grit 'cause I suffer for my shit
I have perseverance and strength because I have experienced hardships and challenges.
Guess I came from the sticks and moved to the bricks
I grew up in a rural area and then moved to the urban city.
You can’t fix this 'cause I’m in the same mix
My situation cannot be changed because I am part of the same struggle as everyone else.
Guess I’m in the air you can smell me like Vicks
I am present and noticeable, like the strong scent of Vicks vapor rub.
This chicks bringing back this, It’s my last wish
I am bringing back my music and this is my last wish or desire before I die.
One snare one kick oh look at this
Music can be created with just a simple drum beat, as shown here.
I freak in minds like, Giddy up giddy up giddy up
My music and art can have a strong impact on people's thoughts and emotions, like a ride that makes them feel excited and energized.
Come take a ride, Light the city up city up city up
Let's go on a journey and illuminate the city with our passion and energy.
You've got me fired up, Sound boy got me back up
I am motivated and inspired by the music and the DJ who is playing it.
I keep my head down, beat it up beat it up beat it up
I stay focused and work hard, putting all my energy into making music.
Warriors in the dance, Gangsters bangers were puttin' 'em in a trance
The people dancing are like warriors, and the music is so powerful that it puts them in a hypnotic state.
We’re putting em in a trance, Warriors in a dance
Our music and performance are captivating and entrancing the audience.
W-w-w-warriors in a dance, W-w-w-warriors in a dance
The warriors in the dance are so intense that it warrants repeating.
M.I.A. murda middle finger, Fuck 'em other bitches that try to be my ringer
I am showing defiance and aggression towards those who try to copy or imitate me.
This time I come as singer, Next time ill come as pain
I am warning others that I have versatility and that I can hurt them if I need to.
I ain't talking money, But I can make it rain
I am not discussing wealth, but I have the ability to have a powerful influence and impact.
Bitches try to get me with, Their witches on cocaine
Others may try to undermine me with their drug-fueled witchcraft or manipulation.
Snitches turn to dust, And I wash em down the drain
Those who betray me or are disloyal will be punished and forgotten.
Vitamins for your brain, Protein for your weight gain
My music and art can nourish and benefit your mind and body.
This is how we train!
This is the way we work hard and improve ourselves to become the best we can be.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, IMAGEM MUSIC INC
Written by: CHAUNCEY A. HOLLIS, MATHANGI ARULPRAGASAM
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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