1. MIKE (born Michael Jo… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists using this name:
1. MIKE (born Michael Jordan Bonema on October 13th, 1998) is a rapper originally from New Jersey but currently based out of New York City. He usually drops his projects on either of the solstices (June 21st or December 21st) each year.
2. MIKE is a punk rock band from Stockholm, Sweden.
MIKE started in January 2006 by Joel, Fredrik, Viktor and Jesper. The four guys from the southern part of Stockholm/Sweden had all played in different bands for years. Back in 1996 Viktor started a band called No Division with a friend. Jesper joined the band in 2000 (then called Pronoid), where they both played for five years. Joel played in the band Dechas, who released an EP on DayGlo Records in 2000 and an album on Shutdown Records in Australia in 2002. Fredrik had been playing in the band In Memory Of Me and in different bands before that. Jesper and Joel played together from time to time for a while and they both love punk rock, and when Jesper quit Pronoid they started talking about playing punk together. They talked to their old friends Viktor and Fredrik and started jamming some of Jespers songs and the result is what today is known as the band MIKE. After about a year our good friend Fredrik decided to quit the band to play with a reggae band from Uppsala. We then tried out two drummers but decided to pick one of Joel's old friends, Totte. He'd earlier been the drummer in bands like Milk bar, Devoured, Songea and Simpleton. Experience and routine was a fact. He'd actually only been in the band for about a week when he performed his first show with MIKE, and a week after that we went into the studio to record a couple of songs.
3. "mike" is an electro artist from Utrecht, Holland.
He has released one full album so far called "GALAXY" which was released in 2009, followed by the release of the SCARS single in 2010. mike then began to prepare a new album but that didn't go too well since school and a lot of personal and private issues came into the way. The album will soon be finished, sources say.
4. Mike is an Indonesian Idol season 2 Winner.
5. Mike is a greek pop-dance singer, known for his collaboration with the popular band REC with the song "Ase me na s'agapo"/"Say you love me tonight". Hi debut single is called "Love me like you say".
Armour
Mike Lyrics
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Young boy, deep mind, slow thinker, each time
These lines reach my inner purpose, need mines
These niggas weak, I peep through they frail skin
Busy getting hell bent, standing in the pale wind
Holding up myself since, stumble off the L, piss
Crumble when that fog hit, early in the morning
Cook work, dodge class, took purse, got back
Know that I see, I been watching
Getting the cold off my conscience
MIKE get the dope off at Tompkins
Tim, that's my brother, I got him
I had some run-ins with karma
I took some blows to the armour
Nigga who farming your food
I'm winning, I'm charging for loot
Look for heart in the truth
I promise it start in the booth
Money, the fame, or yourself
But trust me it's harder to choose
Trust me
The lyrics to Mike's song "Armour" are a reflection of his personal struggle with overcoming obstacles in his life. The song portrays his determination to succeed despite facing challenges and setbacks. He describes himself as a "young boy with a deep mind and slow thinker," indicating that he may have felt out of place or misunderstood. He sees through the weakness of others and strives to stay focused on his own goals.
Mike alludes to his difficult upbringing by referencing stumbling off the L train, crumpling in the foggy morning, and dodging class. He acknowledges the negative experiences he has been through and the mistakes he has made. However, he also acknowledges that he has learned from these experiences and they have made him stronger. He has taken blows to his "armour," but he remains determined to keep moving forward.
The song concludes with Mike emphasizing the importance of staying true to yourself and finding heart in the truth. He suggests that success can come from many sources, including money, fame, and personal growth. However, he recognizes that this choice is not an easy one to make. Overall, the lyrics to "Armour" serve as a powerful message of perseverance and self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
Young boy, deep mind, slow thinker, each time
Despite being young and perceived as slow, I possess a deep mind that constantly seeks its purpose.
These lines reach my inner purpose, need mines
These lyrics hold immense meaning to me and speak to my deepest desires and needs.
These niggas weak, I peep through they frail skin
I see through the façade of those who act tough but are truly weak and vulnerable.
Busy getting hell bent, standing in the pale wind
Others are too caught up in their own negativity and are stuck in a place of stagnation and emptiness.
Holding up myself since, stumble off the L, piss
Despite the challenges I face, I continue to persevere and hold myself up.
Crumble when that fog hit, early in the morning
There are times when I feel lost or uncertain, especially in the morning when my mind is cloudy.
Foot first, eye last, books burn, time pass
I prioritize action over observation and knowledge, sometimes at the expense of my own mental growth.
Cook work, dodge class, took purse, got back
I have engaged in some illicit activities in the past, but have learned from my mistakes and am back on the right path.
Know that I see, I been watching
I am highly observant and perceptive.
Getting the cold off my conscience
I am trying to clear my conscience and remove any negative emotions.
MIKE get the dope off at Tompkins
I sell drugs at Tompkins Square Park.
Tim, that's my brother, I got him
I have a close relationship with my friend and ally, Tim.
I had some run-ins with karma
I have experienced some negative consequences as a result of my actions.
I took some blows to the armour
I have endured some tough situations that have tested and strengthened my emotional resilience.
Nigga who farming your food
I urge people to consider where their food comes from and the workers who cultivate it.
I'm winning, I'm charging for loot
I am successful and am earning money.
Look for heart in the truth
The truth lies in what is genuine and heartfelt.
I promise it start in the booth
The process of creating music is where my truth and sincerity shines.
Money, the fame, or yourself
When faced with important decisions, it is difficult to choose between personal gain and staying true to oneself.
But trust me it's harder to choose
It can be difficult to make the right choices in life, especially when external influences are involved.
Writer(s): Michael Jordan Bonema
Contributed by Caden I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.