Light It Up feat. Nyla
Major Lazer/Nyla Lyrics
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Stand up like a solider, baby
Yeah, I know you're built like that
Gun it like a holster, baby
Show dem say you're wicked like that
We live where the war is raging
Hoping that the bridge won't cave in
Tonight we let it all go free
Gimme the ting and make me rock inna di dance
Gimme the ting and make me rock inna di dance
Mash it up, hot step inna di dance
Gimme the ting and make me rock, rock, rock, rock
Gimme the ting and make me rock inna di dance
Gimme the ting and make me rock inna di dance
Mash it up, hot step inna di dance
Gimme the ting and make me
Light it up
Light it up
Light it up
(Li-li, light it up)
Show them you're flames to the fire
It's written like your name on a flyer
They wanna tame your desire
But you light it up, now your aim getting higher
I dey wait for messiah
But until that day I'ma rise up high
I put my light in the air
I wanna see everywhere
One by one, let me see you
Two by two for the sequel
Three by three for my people
I know say I'm bound to be next like my neighbor, ye
One by one, let me see you (put your lighters up)
Two by two for the sequel (lighters up)
Three by three for my people
One, two, three, everybody go
Light it up
Light it up, light it up
Light it up
(Light it up)
One by one, let me see you
Two by two for the sequel
Three by three for my people
I know say I'm bound to be next like my neighbor, ye
One by one, let me see you (eh)
Two by two for the sequel (put your lighters up)
Three by three for my people (lighters up)
Set it ablaze
(Light it up)
Set it ablaze like a candle wick
Hotter, hotter, hotter, hotter
Yeah, light it up
In the song Light It Up by Major Lazer, the artist encourages the listeners to stand up and be strong, like soldiers. The singer acknowledges the strength and tenacity of the listeners, telling them not to weaken when faced with difficult situations. The song speaks to the struggles of chasing one's dreams and the hope that everything will work out in the end. The singer tells the listeners to let go of any fears they may have and embrace their freedom.
The song is also about taking control of one's life and living fully in the moment. The singer tells the listeners to give him the thing, possibly referring to a substance or a mindset that will help them fully embrace their freedom. He then tells them to rock in his Benz, which may symbolize living life to the fullest and enjoying the finer things.
The chorus repeats "set it ablaze like a candle we lit, hotter" which represents the idea of starting small and building up to something greater. This lyric encourages the listeners to light a fire within themselves, and not let it die out. The use of the metaphor of a candle is interesting, as a candle is a small flame that can easily be put out, yet it can also be used to light a much larger flame.
Overall, the song encourages the listeners to embrace their inner strength and freedom, and not let anything hold them back. It speaks to the universal struggle of pursuing one's dreams, and the need to keep pushing forward in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Stand up like a soldier baby
Be strong and resilient like a soldier.
Yeah, I know you're built like that
I know you have the strength to handle anything.
Gun it like a holster babe
Be confident and go for it like a gun is in your holster.
Shouldn't see you weaken like that
I don't want to see you give in and weaken.
Whenever the war is raging
When life is difficult and challenging.
Chasing our crazy dreams
Trying to achieve our ambitious goals.
Hoping that the bridge won't cave in
Wishing that things won't fall apart or break down.
Tonight we'll let it all go free
Tonight we'll release all our worries and have fun.
Gimme the thing and let me rock in my Benz
Give me whatever I need to feel good and drive in my luxury car.
Mash it up and step in my Benz
Mix and blend things up and get into my car.
Set it ablaze like a candle we lit, hotter
Make it intensely exciting and passionate like a burning candle.
Fire like a soldier baby
Be brave and fearless like a soldier in battle.
No retreating when I treat that
I don't back down when I face a challenge.
Never make them hold ya baby
Don't let anyone hold you back or restrain you.
Hot like a fever when I take shots
I am passionate and energetic when I take actions.
Light it up, yeah light it up
Ignite and spark it up with enthusiasm.
Light it up, light it up
Brighten and enliven the mood and atmosphere.
(Light it up, mash it up)
Make it exciting and energetic (mix it up).
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Thomas Wesley Pentz, Phillip Fender, David Malcom, Phillip Meckseper, Sidney Swift, Nailah T. Thorbourne
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@swagatasreehaldar2265
My childhood favorite song...listening to it after 6yrs. Still makes me feel like to dance ❤
@juanmenocal9866
Your comment made me feel old, I really enjoyed this song in the clubs😎👌🏻
@SusanCollins15
Mi canción favorita del álbum, sin duda. God bless you, Major Lazer!
@majestrobeat5336
Esa es la original??? Osea luego vino la otra version la otra me gusta mas
@aut0botsrollout
I am still madly in love with this version. The one that the radio plays is really not all that bad, but I cannot currently listen to the remix anymore, as this version has taken over my eardrums lol.
@wolfgirl4360
Same
@humey2090
I’m so glad I remembered this all of a sudden. I used to love this version when it came out! Can’t believe it’s already been so long since then.
@natalielopez6780
The original and the remix are both great in their own ways, I don't see why people feel the need to compare the two when they're not similar at all...
@mo-te6uy
yeah pretty much
if this version was the remix people would still say the remix is better lol
@octopantics4537
Exactly!