Shallow
M.I.D.O.R. Lyrics
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Sometimes I wonder why you don't miss me
What happen to growing older until we fifty, I know that I can be shallow
Was hoping you'd be here when I'm done fighting this battle
Tryna find my way out, I miss my niggas, everybody didn't take the safe route
He couldn't recognize his brother, bro had took a face shot
Big bro got life inside that cell, I pray that nigga break out
My brother lost his best friend 'cause that nigga came outI seen my bro get put to rest, his partner fucked his bitch
I'll never trust a hoe again, I rather trust a stick
Everybody say they gangster 'til a nigga hit
He don't really know his brother, money make 'em switch
I been tryna get my funds up
Nigga wanna beef, but he ain't got his guns up
And I ain't tryna be your man, I just wanna fuck
Why he keep showing his hand, he running out of luck, nigga stuck
Run it up, we shake these niggas down, and catch 'em when they bluff
Boy don't even work for first place, he cool with runner-up
Never looked at none my niggas bitches like I wanted her
People tried to play me in my face, but now I'm switching up
Got so many options, cut her off, and now I switched to her
Feel like Giannis, tryna get my niggas bigger bucks
I'm not extra, I don't care for doing different stuff
She let him take her out the game, now I ain't feeling her
Sometimes I wonder why you don't miss me
What happen to growing older until we fifty, I know that I can be shallow
Was hoping you'd be here when I'm done fighting this battle
Tryna find my way out, I miss my niggas, everybody didn't take the safe route
He couldn't recognize his brother, bro had took a face shot
Big bro got life inside that cell, I pray that nigga break out
My brother lost his best friend 'cause that nigga came out
My brother lost his best friend, and it killed him
Don't think I'll ever find Ciara, last name ain't Wilson
Buy whatever now, man I use to be rocking Gildan
All black on, got me looking like a Pilgrim
All black on, take me back, I use to steal some
Knowing when I call my nigga Stunna, bet he will come
My city full of bunch of young boys , they gon' drill some
Sometimes I wonder why you don't miss me
What happen to growing older until we fifty, I know that I can be shallow
Was hoping you'd be here when I'm done fighting this battle
Tryna find my way out, I miss my niggas, everybody didn't take the safe route
He couldn't recognize his brother, bro had took a face shot
Big bro got life inside that cell, I pray that nigga break out
My brother lost his best friend 'cause that nigga came out
M.I.D.O.R.'s song "Shallow" is a powerful commentary on the pitfalls of living a life without authenticity. The lyrics depict a person who is desperately clinging to a shallow facade, hiding their flaws behind a smile and a clenched jaw, and lying to themselves and others about who they really are. The singer sees through this facade, recognizing that this person is "a sad little soul" who will never be able to find true happiness and fulfillment until they can embrace their true identity. Throughout the song, the singer talks about the importance of being honest with oneself and others, and the freedom that comes with being true to who you really are.
The stark contrast between the two characters in the song reinforces the message that living authentically is the key to true happiness. While one character is shallow and unfulfilled, the singer speaks openly and honestly to themselves, finding strength in vulnerability and self-awareness. The line "If you don't know who you are, you're never gonna get that far" drives the point home, highlighting that pretending to be someone you're not will only lead to disappointment in the long run.
Overall, "Shallow" is a powerful and thought-provoking song that encourages listeners to be true to themselves and embrace their authenticity. It is a reminder that living a life without honesty and vulnerability is like living on the surface, never truly experiencing the depth and richness of life.
Line by Line Meaning
You came here to lie
You came to deceive and misrepresent the truth
It's all you know
Lying is the only thing you are familiar with
It's a desperate cry to feed your low ego
Your lies are an attempt to boost your self-esteem
So drink up and smile and clench your jaw
You try to hide your insincerity behind a charismatic facade
Transparent denial
Your dishonesty is easily seen through
Like lips curled upward hide your flaws
Your fake smile fails to conceal your imperfections
Now aren't you a sad little soul? (Aren't you a sad little soul?)
Your pathetic behavior is worthy of pity
Wouldn't you love to be whole?
Don't you want to become a complete and honest person?
If you don't know who you are, you are never gonna get that far
Your lack of self-awareness will impede your progress
I talk to myself
I reflect on my actions and thoughts
It's all I know
Self-reflection is my primary method of self-improvement
It's how I sort out the mess that is my own ego
Self-reflection helps me to organize and manage my thoughts and emotions
It gets fragile and worn much like your own
My ego is vulnerable and susceptible to damage, just like yours
But if you hide from that fact
If you ignore this truth about your ego,
You fake the life you could have known
You will lead an inauthentic life that could have been different
Oh yeah, you wanna free yourself?
Do you really want to be liberated?
Then say what you feel and give a fuck less
Speak your true thoughts and emotions without caring about others' opinions
The color of honesty suits you best
Being honest and authentic is the best form of self-expression for you
You weathered the worst of it all
You have overcome the worst hardships and struggles of life
Now they're gonna find your way home
Now you can finally find your true path in life
If you don't know who you are, you're never gonna get that far
Without self-awareness, you will never reach your full potential
Who you are, you're never gonna get that far
Your identity is integral to your success and growth
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Tariq Roberts
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