Mike Posner is an American singer, songwriter, and producer. He has collaborated with such artists as Kid Cudi, Wale, Big Sean, Bun B, One Be Lo, Eric Holljes, and 3OH!3. He worked with Don Cannon and DJ Benzi on his first mixtape, "A Matter of Time," which was released in early 2009. In early 2009, he hired manager Daniel Weisman of Elitaste, Inc, who also manages Wale.
In July 2009, Posner signed a major label deal with J Records (RCA/Sony).
Posner's second mixtape, "One Foot Out The Door" was released on October 27, 2009.
The web series accompanying this mixtape, also titled "One Foot Out The Door," first aired on September 30, and ran every other week through December 2009.
He performed on national television for the first time on the TV show Last Call with Carson Daly on Tuesday, October 27, 2009.
In 2015-16, his comeback single "I Took a Pill in Ibiza" charted in the Top 10 in dozens of countries. In 2021, Posner's 2010 single "Please Don't Go" went viral on TikTok, where where users would wear a scarf and glasses and drive in a car.
Come Home
Mike Posner Lyrics
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No, no, no, no
No, no
No, no, no, no
No, no
No, no, no, no
No, no
No, no, no, no
Life's crazy
My parents worry 'bout me
'Cause I didn't talk to nobody, just made beats
And now I get paid by the syllable
Gotta thank 'em though I know it can be difficult
As I tip-toe in and out of zip codes
All on the mission to love, that's what I live for
I got big dreams, ma, I got big goals
You seen my old ones now because I live those
You've gotta admit ma
I told you I was gonna get in to Duke
And I did, ma
I told you I would get signed and I did, ma
Look at this, ma, look at this, ma
No, no
No, no, no, no
No, no
No, no, no, no
All my friends feel trapped and afraid
I close my eyes and try to imagine a way
To wash all my old patterns away
I had to stop smokin' 'cause it scattered my brain
"Fuck bitches," it's what my favorite rappers would say
I'd say there's something beautiful after the pain
After the pain, this can't be real
Turn out the ladder to fame
Is a hamster wheel
When we played the Palace my parents were first row
That's a feeling that I don't even have words for
I did my song, went backstage, and drank a Henny bottle
Picked up my phone and then I started texting any model
I used to put a target on every cute face
And keep plan B-Pills in my suitcase
"That's gross, time to grow," that's what Ronny said
Man, Wille just called, "Dawg, Ronny's dead"
I'm tryna stumble to truer view
I'm noticing that sky is a bluer hue
It's time to get to work, that's what doers do
I'm looking in the mirror, like "Who are you?"
The song "Come Home" by Mike Posner explores the personal journey and self-reflection of the artist. The opening lines of repeated "No, no" serve as a repetitive mantra, perhaps symbolizing a refusal to conform to societal expectations or limitations. Posner then acknowledges his unconventional path in life, with his parents expressing concerns about his choices. He mentions his passion for making beats and getting paid for his craft, acknowledging the difficulty his parents may have had in understanding his unconventional career path.
Posner expresses his ambition and determination to achieve his dreams, mentioning his previous accomplishments like getting into Duke and signing a record deal. However, he also highlights the struggles and temptations that come with fame, referencing his friends feeling trapped and his own past habits of smoking and seeking validation through casual relationships. Here, he contrasts the messages he used to consume from his favorite rappers with the realization that there is something more meaningful beyond superficial pleasures. He recognizes that the pursuit of fame can be like a hamster wheel, perpetuating an endless cycle of shallow experiences.
In the latter part of the song, Posner reflects on a pivotal moment when he performed at the Palace and his parents were in the front row. The indescribable feeling of seeing his parents witness his success is contrasted with the superficial activities of partying and pursuing temporary pleasures backstage. The somber revelation of his friend Ronny's death serves as a wake-up call, causing Posner to question his own identity and purpose. It prompts him to embark on a journey of self-discovery, where he notices the beauty in the world around him and acknowledges the need to focus on meaningful work.
Overall, "Come Home" is a introspective song that explores the tension between chasing fame and finding true fulfillment. It delves into the personal struggles, triumphs, and self-reflection of an artist on a journey of self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
No, no
Expressing a strong refusal or denial
No, no, no, no
Repeatedly emphasizing the refusal or denial
Life's crazy
Life is unpredictable and chaotic
My parents worry 'bout me
My parents are concerned about my well-being
'Cause I didn't talk to nobody, just made beats
Because I secluded myself and focused on creating music
And now I get paid by the syllable
I earn money based on the number of syllables in my songs
Gotta thank 'em though I know it can be difficult
I am grateful to my parents despite the challenges I face
As I tip-toe in and out of zip codes
I constantly travel to different locations
All on the mission to love, that's what I live for
My purpose in life is to spread love and positivity
I got big dreams, ma, I got big goals
I have ambitious aspirations and objectives
You seen my old ones now because I live those
You witnessed my previous dreams come true
You've gotta admit ma
You must acknowledge, mom
I told you I was gonna get in to Duke
I promised you I would get accepted into Duke University
And I did, ma
And I indeed accomplished it, mom
I told you I would get signed and I did, ma
I assured you I would secure a record deal and I did, mom
Look at this, ma, look at this, ma
Just observe, mom, look at my success
All my friends feel trapped and afraid
My friends all experience feelings of being confined and fearful
I close my eyes and try to imagine a way
I visualize and attempt to envision a solution
To wash all my old patterns away
To remove and cleanse myself from my previous habits
I had to stop smokin' 'cause it scattered my brain
I had to quit smoking because it negatively affected my mental clarity
"Fuck bitches," it's what my favorite rappers would say
My favorite rappers used to promote a disrespectful attitude towards women
I'd say there's something beautiful after the pain
I believe there is something positive and meaningful that follows hardships
After the pain, this can't be real
After enduring suffering, it is hard to believe in the reality of success
Turn out the ladder to fame
The path to fame is actually a repetitive and unfulfilling cycle
Is a hamster wheel
It is like running on a wheel without making real progress
When we played the Palace my parents were first row
During a performance at the Palace, my parents had front row seats
That's a feeling that I don't even have words for
The overwhelming emotions experienced in that moment cannot be described
I did my song, went backstage, and drank a Henny bottle
After performing, I went backstage to celebrate with a bottle of Hennessy
Picked up my phone and then I started texting any model
I indulged in superficial relationships, messaging various attractive individuals
I used to put a target on every cute face
I used to objectify and pursue every attractive person I encountered
And keep plan B-Pills in my suitcase
I carried emergency contraception in case of unintended consequences
"That's gross, time to grow," that's what Ronny said
"That behavior is disgusting, it's time to mature," Ronny advised
Man, Wille just called, "Dawg, Ronny's dead"
Wille informed me with sadness that Ronny has passed away
I'm tryna stumble to truer view
I am trying to find my way towards a more authentic perspective
I'm noticing that sky is a bluer hue
I am realizing that the sky appears brighter and more vibrant
It's time to get to work, that's what doers do
It is time to take action and fulfill my responsibilities, as achievers do
I'm looking in the mirror, like "Who are you?"
I am introspectively questioning my own identity and purpose
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Written by: Mike Posner
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