Formed in Dublin in the late 1990's, mrnorth have had quite an odyssey leading up to the release of their debut record Lifesize. The four-piece, made up of two brothers, a first cousin and a next door neighbor, started playing together when they were young teens. After making some noise on the Dublin scene, the boys left Ireland for Vicenza, Italy. The trip was supposed to last for 3 months, just long enough for a producer to put down some tracks for a record. Instead, the band became local favorites and toured all of Italy for the next two years. Then, the band met up with an American manager who brought them to New York City. With constant performances, mrnorth built up a great fan base in New York and eventually all over the Northeast. Next, the band caught the eye of several record executives. mrnorth scored a record deal and went into the studio with Jerry Harrison (Talking Heads, Live, No Doubt). The result was Lifesize, 12 moving tunes of epic proportions. Lifesize allows the listener to feel an enormous lift with each song from start to finish, just as it is delivered by mrnorth in the live performance. The record exhibits an incredible unity and tightness among its four members. Smith delivers the songs with one of the most powerful and original voices in music today and is often compared to Jeff Buckley, Thom Yorke and Freddie Mercury. Audiences are constantly blown away by the charismatic singer's vocals combined with his energetic performances. mrnorth broke out of the Northeast in 2003 with tours in the Southeast, Midwest, West Coast and Hawaii including support shows with Liz Phair, Puddle of Mudd, Sheryl Crow, Evanescence, Bruce Willis and 'Lollapalooza 2003. 2004 saw them taking part in Lollapalooza, Nashville Rivers, Camp Jeep and Music Fest as well as supporting The Who, Van Halen, Live and Brian Adams. The band have spent the last few months writing and recording the follow up to Lifesize.
Bring It On
Mr. North Lyrics
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We about to Bring it back y'all so just chill chill and relax
We about to bring it back Y'all we about to bring it back
We About to bring it back y'all so just Chill chill and relax
First off it's Mr.D3stiny question me Not destined to be on
Top blessing Hip hop never confessing what I'm not release the
Tension when I mention I rock on so many levels faced off with
Many devils made me a rebel had to take out several from my circle
Brokers deleting jokers full deck in My hand like I'm playing poker
I never provoke the smoke but I will bring the smoker deleting fake
Mc's with one pen stroker ah It's like a kung fu flick with a kick to your
Throat call that a footnote in my lyrical thesis I wrote like a book bruh
Been overlooked so never Shook though so you should know I never took
No for an answer yo go ahead and let the hook go, let the hook go
We about to bring it back y'all we About to bring it back
We about to Bring it back y'all so just chill chill and relax
We about to bring it back Y'all we about to bring it back
We About to bring it back y'all so just Chill chill and relax
Let's take this back before rap was an Act hyperbole and metaphors was
Used to bring the facts now we focus on stacks demoralizing our women
And queens just so we can make them racks ah when everyone is doing it it's
Time to bring the balance on back positivity will challenge that I'm on a whole
Different wave length you couldn't measure me my whole click stays lit we seeking
Treasures B, I found a lot walking pavements we free agents no Mental enslavement
To a system that will make you Famous but leave you vacant have you making payments
Sell your soul to Satan I'm blatant when I speak The truth awaken everybody seeking
Our view But only a few will see What we do but that's ok man cause we ain't through
We about to bring it back y'all we About to bring it back
We about to Bring it back y'all so just chill chill and relax
We about to bring it back Y'all we about to bring it back
We About to bring it back y'all so just Chill chill and relax
The lyrics to Mr. North's song "Bring It On" are a call to bring back the spirit of old school hip hop. He expresses his determination to stay true to his artistic vision, refusing to be held down by the expectations of the industry or the opinions of others. The song begins with an upbeat declaration that they are about to bring back the energy and passion of classic hip hop, urging listeners to relax and enjoy the ride. Mr. North identifies himself as Mr. Destiny, secure in his belief that he is destined to succeed in the industry. He asserts that he will never compromise his artistry or settle for mediocrity, climbing higher and higher, brushing off detractors as he goes.
The second half of the song delves deeper into the issues facing the rap industry. Mr. North points out the trend of rappers focusing solely on making money and fame, often at the expense of women and marginalized communities. He advocates for balance and positivity, arguing that it is time to bring back the true values of hip hop. He recognizes the power of words and their potential to inspire and connect people, urging listeners to awaken to the truth and heed his message.
Overall, "Bring It On" is a testament to Mr. North's purpose and passion as an artist. He calls on listeners to embrace the spirit of classic hip hop, to seek truth and positivity, and to never compromise their beliefs, even in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
We about to bring it back y'all we About to bring it back
We are going to revive the true essence of hip hop
We about to Bring it back y'all so just chill chill and relax
Don't stress, we got this. Just chill and enjoy the ride
First off it's Mr.D3stiny question me Not destined to be on
Don't doubt my credibility, I was meant to dominate this industry
Top blessing Hip hop never confessing what I'm not release the
I show gratitude for my talent and never compromise my true self
Tension when I mention I rock on so many levels faced off with
My abilities surpass your expectations and I've overcome numerous obstacles
Many devils made me a rebel had to take out several from my circle
I've faced many challenges and cut off negative company to stay true to myself
Cause I will never settle for mediocre I want stocks like power
I aspire to be great and achieve financial success
Brokers deleting jokers full deck in My hand like I'm playing poker
I have complete control over my career and won't let anyone bring me down
I never provoke the smoke but I will bring the smoker deleting fake
I don't start drama, but I'm not afraid to address fake rappers
Mc’s with one pen stroker ah It's like a kung fu flick with a kick to your
My lyrical prowess can take out any opponent with ease
Throat call that a footnote in my lyrical thesis I wrote like a book bruh
I leave my mark in the game with every song and represent my art in a unique way
Been overlooked so never Shook though so you should know I never took
I've faced rejection but still maintain my confidence and never give up
No for an answer yo go ahead and let the hook go, let the hook go
Don't let negativity stop you. Keep pushing and let the chorus lift you up
Let's take this back before rap was an Act hyperbole and metaphors was
We need to go back to the roots of hip hop when lyrics really meant something
Used to bring the facts now we focus on stacks demoralizing our women
Nowadays, rap is more about making money and objectifying women rather than social commentary
And queens just so we can make them racks ah when everyone is doing it it's
When everyone is hopping on a trend, we need to question its true value and come up with something original
Time to bring the balance on back positivity will challenge that I'm on a whole
We need to balance out the negative messages in rap with more positive and meaningful lyrics
Different wave length you couldn't measure me my whole click stays lit we seeking
My style is unique and can't be replicated. My team is always on top and we strive for greatness
Treasures B, I found a lot walking pavements we free agents no Mental enslavement
I've found valuable experiences just by walking the streets. We are independent thinkers and refuse to conform to societal norms
To a system that will make you Famous but leave you vacant have you making payments
The music industry can give you fame but also strip away your genuineness and force you to compromise yourself
Sell your soul to Satan I'm blatant when I speak The truth awaken everybody seeking
Some rappers will do anything to make it big, but I won't sell my soul. I speak my truth and hope to inspire others to do the same
Our view But only a few will see What we do but that's ok man cause we ain't through
Our message may not reach everyone, but we will keep pushing forward and making music that is true to ourselves
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Carlos Gonzalez
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jamesholzapfel6842
Way underrated band!
@Stanjara
Timeless watch channel brought me here.
@joachimguntzel4306
Just came around from TTWC and discovered this great song. It nearly brings me to tears... it´s wonderful... Thank you, Mrnorth!
@knightwhite99
This video brought me to tears... moving... very emotional...
@its22dm1
Great version of this ... amazing, I remember this 20 years ago .. such memories ...
@chindit9749
what have i missed.... brilliant
@stevekuca2597
Fantastic song , and a moving video . i wish you guys were still touring .
@Mpayne1472
I really want to see mrnorth live
@hockey3444
Great tune...This dude is so talented . I would love to have this band play in my backyard at one of my party's. Problem is i am in Bolton Ont. and this dude is touring the world and "livin the dream" DON'T STOP BELIEVING BROTHER
@junebug5644
If you don't get goose bumps from this music...the incredible voice....and the athletes in the video....... sorry to tell you but you are dead..