A soulful house remix of the tune by Mathias Helbronn and it’s inclusion on numerous compilations, including Body and Soul, has made the tune a bonafide dance floor classic and solidified Monique’s place in underground music history. She went on to write and perform “Pure” with Naked Music’s Blue Six in 2000. This was the first of her solo recordings and was an international success in serious set rotation by the likes of Louie Vega. The UK releases “Don’t You Love Me” on Sir Piers’ Curious label in 2002 and “Go-Getter” with Matty Heilbronn championed by Papa Records in April 2004, let anyone who did not already know that this chick seriously knew what she was doing when it came to writing a song. Both hit No. 2 and No. 6 on DJ Mag’s Hype Chart.
In early 2003 she got a call from the legendary Timmy Regisford’s ClubShelter for a live PA. “They asked me how much I would charge them for the gig and I was like keep your money. I just want to have dinner with Timmy.” The Maestro has since been instrumental in making sure that Monique’s vocal and songwriting talent do not stay underground for much longer. Timmy is personally seeking publishing deals for Monique and banging her records every Saturday night in the NYC at his after-hours institution, “I think what gets my records recognized in the club scene is the fact that they are real songs! They’re not these forgettable insipid house tracks. They hold up anywhere. Not just on the dancefloor.” Her most recent releases include “Flight” on the Japanese act Studio Apartment’s 2004 album, World Line. A remix by Frankie Feliciano was released November 2004 by Hisa Ishioka’s Kingstreet label. Japanese nu-jazz wonder producer, Okada Taxi aka Kanoe has included Monique’s “Come and Live with Me” on his 2004 album “Wise Retrogression.” Her recent collaboration with House Music Award nominee, Quentin Harris, is certain to be a club anthem. “Your Can’t Have New York” will be released by Freddy Sanson’s Shelter Records in early 2005. “I write songs because I want to turn myself on the same way Sly and the Family Stone turned me on the first time I heard it. I’m not interested in making music people can ignore. What is the point of that?”
Deep in the Bottom
Monique Bingham Lyrics
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Everywhere I'm the same
I didn't know then
What I know now
Or is it just a game
Wohhh
It don't get deeper (Wohh mmm)
You better brace yourself
Cause you gonna need time
Wrap it in your mind
Cause it'll never be the same again
I don't need gold better find yourself
Go go kneel down
Go kiss that ground
Cause nothing is gonna real change (Hmm)
When shit go deep in the bottom
Deep in the bottom
You can't go deeper
Than the bottom
They get deep in the bottom (Aah)
Deep in the bottom
You can't go deeper
In the bottom
Of Africa (Whoo)
It don't get deeper (Wohh no he get mmm)
Can't get no deeper
Than the bottom
It's can't get no deeper often try
Go sing your song
Got things right
Everything is wrong
Everything is about to change
Come racing races out of breath
Go pace your step
Make a social life out of social death
Everything change
He said you'll look look
Look in the mirror and see
Look at you sister look at me
Are we really just the same
I said I'm black black
Black will be wear no creams
Africans be knowing who are be
And nothing's ever been the same
You better get
Deep in the bottom
Deep in the bottom
You can't get no deeper
Than the bottom
Hmm you got to get
Deep in the bottom
Deep in the bottom
You can't get no deeper
Than the bottom
Of Africa (Wohhh)
It don't get deeper (Wohh mmm)
It don't get deeper
I use to feel like
Everywhere I'm the same
I didn't know then
What I know now
Or is it just a game
Shit gets deep
Shit gets deep
Shit gets deep
Shit gets deep
Shit gets deep
Shit gets deep
Shit gets deep
Shit gets deep
Shit gets deep
Shit gets deep
Shit gets deep
"Deep in the Bottom" by Monique Bingham is a song that speaks about the depths of humanity and the inevitability of change. Through her lyrics, Bingham expresses how she once believed that life was repetitive and that nothing ever changed, but now she knows differently. At the same time, she realizes that change can be challenging, and the only way to navigate it is to accept and embrace it. She warns listeners to brace themselves because when things get deep, they get difficult, forcing one to confront reality head-on.
The lyrics use the metaphor of the bottom, both as a physical and metaphorical place. Bingham speaks of Africa, challenging us to look deeper into its immeasurable beauty, richness, and complexities. She says that it is impossible to go deeper than Africa's bottom, and so we must 'get deep' in it, learn, embrace, and cherish it. The lyrics emphasize the need to go beyond surface-level understanding and superficiality if we are to live fulfilling lives.
Overall, the song is a powerful message to encourage listeners to look deeper, explore a world beyond their present realities, and embrace change when it comes to find peace and fulfillment.
Line by Line Meaning
I use to feel like
In the past, I felt like
Everywhere I'm the same
No matter where I go, I felt like I was the same
I didn't know then
In the past, I was not aware
What I know now
Currently, I am more informed
Or is it just a game
I am not sure if it is serious or just a game
It don't get deeper (Wohh mmm)
The situation cannot get any deeper or more complex
You better brace yourself
Prepare yourself because
Cause you gonna need time
You will need time to deal with the situation
Wrap it in your mind
Mentally prepare yourself for it
Cause it'll never be the same again
The situation will change permanently
I don't need gold better find yourself
I don't need material things; you need to discover who you are
Go go kneel down
Humble yourself
Go kiss that ground
Respect where you come from
Cause nothing is gonna real change (Hmm)
Nothing will really change until you change your perspective
When shit go deep in the bottom
When a situation gets too intense
Deep in the bottom
At the lowest point
You can't go deeper
It cannot possibly get any worse
Than the bottom
Than it already is
They get deep in the bottom (Aah)
Situations indeed can get overwhelming and unbearable
Of Africa (Whoo)
Referencing the struggles faced by Africans
Can't get no deeper
It cannot possibly get any worse
It's can't get no deeper often try
Despite how bad it already is, it might still get worse
Go sing your song
Share your message
Got things right
Get your head in order
Everything is wrong
Everything seems to be going wrong
Everything is about to change
A change is imminent
Come racing races out of breath
Try to keep up with the changes taking place quickly
Go pace your step
Take your time and pace yourself
Make a social life out of social death
Find joy in seemingly hopeless situations
Everything change
Things will never be the same
He said you'll look look
Someone said, you will see
Look in the mirror and see
Reflect on yourself
Look at you sister look at me
Reflect on ourselves collectively
Are we really just the same
Are we truly alike
I said I'm black black
I identify as black
Black will be wear no creams
Being black is not a surface level phenomenon
Africans be knowing who are be
Africans are aware of their identity
And nothing's ever been the same
Things have been different since coming to this realization
You better get
You should strive to
It don't get deeper (Wohh mmm)
The situation cannot get any deeper or more complex
Shit gets deep
Situations can become overwhelming
Lyrics © JELLYBEAN MUSIC GROUP, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: NKOSINATHI INNOCENT MAPHUMULO, MONIQUE ANN MARIE BINGHAM
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@bestbeatsever2853
I use to feel like
Everywhere I'm the same
I didn't know then
What I know now
Or is it just a game
Wohhh...
It don't get deeper
Wohh... Mmm...
It don't get deeper
Hmm...
You better brace yourself
Cause you gonna need time
Wrap it in your mind
Cause it'll never be the same again
Wohh...
I don't need gold
Better find yourself
Go, go kneel down
Go kiss that ground
Cause nothing is gonna real change
Hmm...
When sh*t go deep in the bottom
Deep in the bottom
You can't go deeper
Than the bottom (of Africa)
They get deep in the bottom (aah)
Deep in the bottom
You can't go deeper
Wohhh...
It don't get deeper
Wohh... Mmm...
Can't get no deeper
Than the bottom
It's can't get no deeper
They often try
Go sing your song
Got things right
Everything's is wrong
Everything is about to change
Come…
@giorgigabisonia2501
Deep In The Bottom Lyrics
I use to feel like
Everywhere I'm the same
I didn't know then
What I know now
Or is it just a game
Wohhh...
It don't get deeper
Wohh... Mmm...
It don't get deeper
Hmm...
You better brace yourself
Cause you gonna need time
Wrap it in your mind
Cause it'll never be the same again
Wohh...
I don't need gold
Better find yourself
Go, go kneel down
Go kiss that ground
Cause nothing is gonna real change
Hmm...
When sh*t go deep in the bottom
Deep in the bottom
You can't go deeper
Than the bottom (of Africa)
They get deep in the bottom (aah)
Deep in the bottom
You can't go deeper
Wohhh...
It don't get deeper
Wohh... Mmm...
Can't get no deeper
Than the bottom
It's can't get no deeper
They often try
go sing your song
Got things right
Everything's is wrong
Everything is about to change
Come racing races out of breath
Go pace your step
Make a social life out of social death
Everything change
He said you'll look, look
Look in the mirror and see
Look at you, sister look at me
Are we really just the same?
I said I'm black, black
Black will be wear no creams
Africans be knowing who are be
And nothing's ever been the same
You better get.
Deep in the bottom, deep in the bottom
You can't get no deeper than the bottom
Hmm... You got to get
Deep in the bottom, deep in the bottom
You can't get no deeper than the bottom (of Africa)
Wohhh...
It don't get deeper
Wohh... Mmm...
@elsamarisaamadekanje1431
Sisters Brothers someon in 2024🎉🎉🎉❤? From Portugal ❤🎉
@kresivarivkah612
Ciao from NYC..Besos.. 😘
@belovedoraclespeaks
I see you 🙂
@itsmemk13
portugal <3
@TheTsexy1
I was feeling monique today. Take to my love 🎶🎵
@allab33
My teacher at the gym introduced me to this track, and both Black Coffee and Monique Bingham. He's been stricken with brain cancer and is dying. This track is how I want to remember him.
@adriennewoodfork273
Fair Salutes ! The teacher passed on a great memory form form for you both to forever share . Please and blessings to you both
@Mzwambedu
Prayers 🙏 up
@raniekexaviers8000
❤❤❤
@tapsirusaccoh67
My sympathy to you my dear