His widely embraced and critically acclaimed 2007 debut, "manifestations," earned him high praise and a good number of top albums of the year honors and mentions. The Star Tribune, named manifestations as one of the top 5 albums of 2007, and asks โ"What's a rapper from Ghana who's as smart as Talib Kweli and as funky as Kanye West doing in Minnesota?โ He has that rare accessible yet uncompromising sound to his music with the ability to effortlessly mold his transnational experience into amazing songs โ classic sounding songs with skillful and literate lyrics over African inspired rhythms and melodies.
Unapologetically African, M.anifest brings a refreshing new perspective and sound to Hip-Hop music. In simple ways, he delivers profound thought and represents the plethora of narratives of the continent very skillfully. Armed with an amazing live show, a powerful wordplay, and a forward-thinking sense of music, M.anifest is poised to make memorable music for a long time.
Walk Away
M.anifest Lyrics
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And it's not that found somebody to take the place of you
But it's just a fear within me when you touch my hand
And a fear that shakes my body and I don't understand
So I'm leaving
This time I played it smart
I'm gonna walk away from love
You're clinging to me tighter (tighter), then you have before
But you know it's gonna take everything to stop me walking out that door
See your arms that you've got around me
Will let me go someday
So I'd rather leave them holding on than pushing me away
So I'm leaving
This time I played it smart
I'm gonna walk away from love
Before love breaks my heart
I'm gonna walk away from love
I'm gonna walk away from love
The lyrics to M.anifest's song "Walk Away" are both melancholic and introspective, as the artist reflects on the confusing emotions that come with leaving a loving relationship. The first verse reveals the singer's internal struggle, as they confess to still loving their partner but feeling a sense of fear and unease when physical contact is made. The second verse speaks to the difficulty of leaving someone who is holding onto them tightly, but ultimately the singer decides it's better to leave before the relationship can break their heart.
One interpretation of these lyrics is that the singer is grappling with a fear of intimacy or vulnerability that has the potential to derail their relationship. They may feel overwhelmed by the emotions that come with being close to someone and worry that this will ultimately lead to heartbreak. By walking away, they are protecting themselves from the pain that would inevitably come with a deeper commitment.
Overall, the song is a poignant exploration of the complicated emotions that can arise in a relationship and the difficult decision to walk away from love in order to avoid getting hurt.
Line by Line Meaning
It's not that I don't love you, you know how much I do
I have a deep love for you, and this decision to leave is not a result of a lack of affection.
And it's not that I found somebody to take the place of you
I have not found another person to replace you in my life.
But it's just a fear within me when you touch my hand
I experience a deep fear when we have physical contact.
And a fear that shakes my body and I don't understand
This fear causes physical sensations that are difficult for me to comprehend.
So I'm leaving
As a result of this fear, I have decided to end our relationship.
This time I played it smart
I am making a wise decision by ending the relationship before it causes more harm.
I'm gonna walk away from love
I am choosing to walk away from romantic love altogether.
Before love breaks my heart
I am concerned that if I continue with this relationship, it will cause emotional pain and heartbreak.
You're clinging to me tighter (tighter), then you have before
You are holding onto me more tightly than ever before.
But you know it's gonna take everything to stop me walking out that door
Despite your attempts to hold onto me, I am determined to leave.
See your arms that you've got around me
I notice the way you are holding onto me.
Will let me go someday
I know that eventually, you will have to let go of me.
So I'd rather leave them holding on than pushing me away
It is easier for me to leave you while you are still holding onto me than to have to push you away.
I'm gonna walk away from love
Again, I am choosing to walk away from romantic love altogether.
I'm gonna walk away from love
This line is repeated to emphasize the decision to leave love behind.
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHARLES KIPPS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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2024, anyone here?
@denvilleklockner
Still listening to this in 2023..who else is???... Timeless stuff
@laurenjaminet3163
Love M.anifest's music! I am an American and a fan of African music and M.anifest is by far one of my favorites!
@lastremnanthour5118
He is the Godmc
@awaliddrisu4870
Yes he great and he schooling in America.
@duworaneal1164
Thank u
@williamothacitizen8763
Content, substance, metaphors, cadence, multies, flow, bars 100 % on point yet only 178k views? ๐ people's love for useless music is the reason why a masterpiece like this doesn't get the recognition it deserves.
@justicesakyi9229
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