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".
Concrète
Mike Lyrics
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You grinding for your piece of the pie as long as time stretch
Do I keep or divide, I ain't decide yet
A diamond put a gleam in your eye, you getting blinded
Pretty deep in the plot, a lot to digest
That grabba be what keeping me hot and prolly light head
My patna said don't speak on the opps, we rather digress
Or fighting with them demons a lot, we stand besides them
Promise that I'll keep it alive, whatever mom meant
Sorry if I'm being obnoxious or kinda complex
Not too much speaking to God, I be inside stressed
Ain't fly, I kept my feet on the block and watched the flock left
My pride in completing the job, I gotta drop next
That time I spent fiending for props, when it's the process
I don't be on the sides, I'm in the contest
Writin' what I seen, no facades, don't need a concept
I don't cheese for the bribe, I pree the nonsense
Wild, to believe in the guy, they needed context
Spiraling, stink of demise I had to find depth
Dry with no means to decline but just a mic check
Uh, I ain't got no means to decline, not in my prime yet
These niggas want a piece of the pie, can't get a slice kid
Know that mama be in the skies like the comet
Lil mama think she sweeter than pie, can't get a slice, kid
Yeah, I had tears in my eyes, I didn't cry since
These niggas know I'm bleeding for mine, dying for nonsense
Niggas wanna creep in the lime, you ain't blind yet
Surprised that I'm speaking in times, niggas is dying
The dark where the reaper reside, I'm getting fried with
I'm not who you think would abide Allah aligned with
I'm gone, when you sing, I'ma cry, you know how I get
I'm not Philippines but I'm fly, you know how Eyedress
The crease really be on my mind, you know when I stress
My brother really needed his mom, the love was timeless
Life gotta be a lil slime, the things that I get
Runnin' through the pain it's a'ight, ain't really cry yet
Really hard to sleep, so I'm fried, alone when I wept
These bitches wanna be on the side, I wasn't hiding 'em
They know I can't sleep unless I'm high, I'm tryna die lit
They know when I peep they ain't sly, they can't hide shit
Ride with the team 'til I die, I got my mindset
Looking at the gleam in the sky I ain't blind yet
Niggas want a piece of the pie, can't get a slice, kid
Uh, I ain't got no means to decline, what MIKE said
I ain't got no means to decline
The lyrics to MIKE King Carter's song "Concrète" express the ups and downs of life and the constant struggle to succeed. The artist reflects on the challenges of deciding whether to share or divide his success and the temptation to be blinded by material wealth. He acknowledges that life can be complex and difficult to navigate, with many obstacles and losses along the way. Despite these hardships, MIKE remains committed to keeping his dreams alive and honoring his mother's wishes.
The lyrics also touch on MIKE's introspective nature and his inner battles. He admits to grappling with inner demons and dealing with stress and emotional strain. MIKE finds solace in his art, using music as an outlet to express his observations and experiences authentically. He chooses not to conform to societal expectations or chase material rewards, emphasizing the importance of staying true to oneself and focusing on the creative process.
MIKE also addresses the challenges and vulnerabilities he faces in relationships. He comments on the betrayal and deceit he has encountered, cautioning against trusting blindly. Despite the pain, he remains resilient and unwilling to compromise his values. MIKE's loyalty lies with his team and his artistic vision, and he embraces the inevitable struggles that come with pursuing his dreams. He ends with a reminder that he is still in his prime, determined to overcome any obstacles that come his way.
Line by Line Meaning
It be peaks and declines, you know how life get
Life has its ups and downs, and you understand this well.
You grinding for your piece of the pie as long as time stretch
You're working hard to achieve your goals as long as time allows.
Do I keep or divide, I ain't decide yet
I haven't made up my mind whether I should keep something to myself or share it.
A diamond put a gleam in your eye, you getting blinded
When you see a diamond, it captivates you to the point of temporary blindness.
Pretty deep in the plot, a lot to digest
Intricately involved in the situation, there is a lot to comprehend.
That grabba be what keeping me hot and prolly light head
Smoking marijuana keeps me in an elevated state and probably makes me feel light-headed.
My patna said don't speak on the opps, we rather digress
My friend advised against talking about our rivals; it's better to change the subject.
Or fighting with them demons a lot, we stand besides them
Instead of battling our inner demons, we often end up accepting and standing alongside them.
Fried, grieving them losses and that surprise death
Emotionally overwhelmed and mourning unexpected deaths.
Promise that I'll keep it alive, whatever mom meant
I vow to preserve the memory and significance of my mother, whatever it may be.
Sorry if I'm being obnoxious or kinda complex
Apologies if I come across as irritating or somewhat difficult to understand.
Not too much speaking to God, I be inside stressed
I don't communicate with God frequently, as I am often overwhelmed by internal distress.
Ain't fly, I kept my feet on the block and watched the flock left
I wasn't indulging in luxurious or extravagant behavior; instead, I stayed grounded and observed others leave.
My pride in completing the job, I gotta drop next
I take pride in finishing my tasks and now I need to release my next project.
That time I spent fiending for props, when it's the process
The period I wasted craving recognition instead of focusing on the journey.
I don't be on the sides, I'm in the contest
I'm actively involved in the competition, not just observing from the sidelines.
Writin' what I seen, no facades, don't need a concept
I write about my experiences without any pretense, no need for elaborate themes.
I don't cheese for the bribe, I pree the nonsense
I don't smile or act artificially happy for a reward; I see through the meaningless distractions.
Wild, to believe in the guy, they needed context
It's remarkable that they required additional information or circumstances to trust in the person.
Spiraling, stink of demise I had to find depth
Descending into a chaotic state, the scent of destruction overwhelmed me, so I had to search for inner meaning.
Dry with no means to decline but just a mic check
Feeling empty and unable to refuse, all that's left is to test the microphone.
Uh, I ain't got no means to decline, not in my prime yet
Well, I don't have the ability to refuse, as I am still not at my best.
These niggas want a piece of the pie, can't get a slice kid
These individuals desire a share of the success, but they can't obtain any recognition.
Know that mama be in the skies like the comet
Be aware that my mother is watching over from above like a comet.
Lil mama think she sweeter than pie, can't get a slice, kid
This girl believes she is incredibly attractive, but she can't get any attention or affection.
Yeah, I had tears in my eyes, I didn't cry since
Yes, my eyes were wet with tears, but I haven't truly cried in a long time.
These niggas know I'm bleeding for mine, dying for nonsense
These individuals are aware that I am suffering for what is rightfully mine, even though it's for trivial matters.
Niggas wanna creep in the lime, you ain't blind yet
Individuals want to gain popularity and attention, and you should already see their true intentions.
Surprised that I'm speaking in times, niggas is dying
It's unexpected that I'm addressing current issues, while others are losing their lives.
The dark where the reaper reside, I'm getting fried with
The place where death looms, I'm getting high to cope with it.
I'm not who you think would abide Allah aligned with
I'm not the person you would expect to conform, even though I follow Allah's teachings.
I'm gone, when you sing, I'ma cry, you know how I get
I vanish emotionally when you sing, as it brings me to tears; you're aware of how I react.
I'm not Philippines but I'm fly, you know how Eyedress
I'm not from the Philippines, but I have a stylish and fashionable demeanor like Eyedress.
The crease really be on my mind, you know when I stress
The worries and concerns occupy my thoughts, and you can tell when I'm under pressure.
My brother really needed his mom, the love was timeless
My brother truly longed for the presence of our mother; their love was eternal.
Life gotta be a lil slime, the things that I get
Life can be slightly deceitful, based on the things I acquire.
Runnin' through the pain it's a'ight, ain't really cry yet
Even though I'm enduring pain, I'll keep moving forward; I haven't truly cried.
Really hard to sleep, so I'm fried, alone when I wept
It's incredibly difficult to fall asleep, so I resort to getting high, remaining alone as I shed tears.
These bitches wanna be on the side, I wasn't hiding 'em
These women desire to be involved with me, and I wasn't concealing their presence.
They know I can't sleep unless I'm high, I'm tryna die lit
They are aware that I can only sleep when I'm intoxicated, as I'm chasing a thrilling lifestyle.
They know when I peep they ain't sly, they can't hide shit
They know that I can see through their illusions; they can't conceal anything from me.
Ride with the team 'til I die, I got my mindset
I will remain loyal to my crew until I die, I have firmly made up my mind.
Looking at the gleam in the sky I ain't blind yet
Observing the shining light in the sky, I am fully aware and not blinded.
Niggas want a piece of the pie, can't get a slice, kid
People desire a share of the success, but they cannot obtain any recognition.
Uh, I ain't got no means to decline, what MIKE said
Well, I don't have the ability to refuse, as is stated by MIKE.
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: Michael Seander
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