His recent writing and production credits include Duke Dumont, Rudimental, Gorgon City, DEVolution, Misha B, Little Mix, A*M*E and remixes for Duran Duran, Olly Murs, Tinie Tempah, Mutya Keisha Siobhan and more.
The Rhythm
MNEK Lyrics
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Then I don't know what I would be
Think I just might lose my mind
If I let the rhythm get to me
It will take all of me
I'll lose track of space and time
Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, fever pitch
Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, flick the switch
And you'll ignite an eternal flame
If I let the rhythm get to me
Then I don't know what I would be
Think I just might lose my mind
If I let the rhythm get to me
It will take all of me
So I cannot go this time
(This time)
Break it down like this
(Oh)
(Oh)
If I let the rhythm get to me (oh)
If I let the rhythm get to me (oh)
If I let the rhythm get to me
Then I don't know what I would be
Think I just might lose my mind
And when it takes over me
It starts emotionally
I lose myself in flashing light
Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, no escape
It seems to be everywhere I go
Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, it's my fate
It's like you want to lose control
If I let the rhythm get to me (oh)
If I let the rhythm get to me (oh)
If I let the rhythm get to me, oh
It's the sweetest sensation
That I have ever known
If he's a beast, I need saving
The feeling only grows
So I know what I need whenever I hear that beat
It's a whirlwind, it's so sublime
But if I let the rhythm get to me
I have no clue what I'll be
Baby, I think I'll lose my mind
(Lose my mind)
If I let the rhythm get to me (oh)
If I let the rhythm get to me (oh) (yeah, yeah)
If I let the rhythm get to me (oh) (let this rhythm)
If I let the rhythm get to me (oh) (yeah, yeah)
If I let the rhythm get to me
In MNEK's song "The Rhythm," the singer expresses the power that music has over him. He fears losing control and losing himself in the rhythm. He believes that the rhythm could take over him completely and make him unrecognizable, like he would lose his mind if he lets it take over. MNEK sings about how the rhythm is a sweet sensation that he has ever known, and it's like he wants to lose control, but at the same time, he fears the consequences of doing so.
The chorus repeats the line, "If I let the rhythm get to me, then I don't know what I would be," which emphasizes the idea that music has the ability to transform a person's identity entirely. It's a warning and an invitation at the same time. MNEK admits that he wants to lose himself in the beat, but he's afraid of the potential consequences that come with it.
The second verse presents the rhythm as an inescapable force. MNEK says that it seems to be everywhere he goes, and like fate, it will keep coming back to him. He describes the rhythm as a whirlwind, and he knows what he needs whenever he hears that beat. He's drawn to the rhythm, but at the same time, he understands how dangerous it can be if he lets it go too far.
In summary, "The Rhythm" by MNEK is a song that showcases the singer's conflicting emotions towards music, particularly the rhythm. He acknowledges that the rhythm is an irresistible force that he wants to lose himself in, but at the same time, he fears the potential consequences that come with losing control.
Line by Line Meaning
If I let the rhythm get to me
If I allow myself to get lost in the beat
Then I don't know what I would be
I'm not sure of what I would become
Think I just might lose my mind
I fear that the rhythm will drive me crazy
It will take all of me
It will consume me entirely
I'll lose track of space and time
I'll be disoriented and lose track of time and place
Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, fever pitch
The high intensity of the rhythm
Just like a shot running through my veins
The rhythm is like a drug that pumps through my body
Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, flick the switch
Turn up the music, amplify the beat
And you'll ignite an eternal flame
The energy from the rhythm creates a lasting euphoria
So I cannot go this time
I must resist the urge to let the rhythm take over me
Break it down like this
Simplify the sound and concentrate on the beat
If I let the rhythm get to me (oh)
If I let myself get lost in the beat
Then I don't know what I would be
I would become someone unfamiliar to myself
And when it takes over me
The rhythm consumes me entirely
It starts emotionally
It evokes strong, visceral feelings
I lose myself in flashing light
The visual and audio experience overwhelms me
Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, no escape
The rhythm is inescapable
It seems to be everywhere I go
The beat permeates all spaces
It's like you want to lose control
The rhythm compels me to let go and surrender control
It's the sweetest sensation
The feeling of the rhythm is incredibly pleasurable
That I have ever known
It's the most enjoyable feeling I've experienced
If he's a beast, I need saving
It's so intense that I need help to resist succumbing to it
The feeling only grows
The longer I let myself feel the rhythm, the stronger it becomes
So I know what I need whenever I hear that beat
I'm aware of the danger of getting lost in the rhythm
It's a whirlwind, it's so sublime
The experience of the rhythm is dizzying and amazing
But if I let the rhythm get to me
But if I let myself succumb to the rhythm
I have no clue what I'll be
I don't know what I would become
Baby, I think I'll lose my mind
I'm afraid the rhythm will drive me insane
Let this rhythm
Allow the beat to take over
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Kersha Rebecca Bailey, Uzoechi Osisioma Emenike
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Wesley Baker
I don't think Mnek cares about blowing up or becoming famous, he just loves making music.
That's why he's so good.
He does deserve to be huge though.
Deanna
Okay, are we not going to talk about THIS DUDES VOCALS? They are so beautiful, it reminds me of 90s soul singers.
Sarah
yass girl I agree 100%
john 1:12
yes I fell hard for his vocals
uwuben
RIGHT?! I WAS WONDERING WHY NO ONE IS GOING CRAZY OVER HIS VOCALS
Michael Björk
Listen to Adamski/Seal's song Killer. The vocals sounds very similar.
Liamf
He’s voice is beautiful
Perry Phillips
Still play this beautiful song almost everyday! Simply put, thank you for a wave of emotion
Victor Kirima
One of the most gifted Male vocalists we have!
Abubakar Buwe
When the beat drops, I get this urge to dance