Her first release was the 1988 12-inch single "Hype According to Ms. Melodie", which, like most of her records, was produced by KRS-One. While they began recording her debut album, Ms. Melodie and the rest of BDP appeared in the Keenen Ivory Wayans film I'm Gonna Git You Sucka. Her only album, Diva, would be released the following year by Jive/RCA Records and was largely produced by KRS-One, with contributions from Sam Sever and the Awesome 2's DJ Teddy Tedd. The single "Wake Up, Wake Up" reached the top-20 of the Billboard Hot Rap Singles chart; the music video to its follow-up single "Live on Stage" was a hit on video stations. Melodie is also the older sister of fellow former BDP member Harmony. Melodie has not been heard from since.
Wake Up Wake Up!
Ms. Melodie Lyrics
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Collapse to my knees, these shadows they breathe
Guardians looking over me
This pressure on my back, it just always knows where I'm at
Left-right, left-right, red light, red light
Paranoid as fuck, that's how I've been like
Did I really do it, or was it just a dream?
Set the house on fire, but no one came after me
If the Earth is round, why do I feel so flat?
If I screamed right now, would there be anyone to notice that?
Wake up globetards, wake up
Wake up globetards, wake up
In "Wake Up Wake Up!" by Ms. Melodie, the lyrics delve into feelings of exhaustion, restlessness, and paranoia. The opening line, "Tired as fuck, cannot sleep, always on the look for that missing piece," portrays a sense of weariness and a constant search for something that seems elusive. The next lines, "Collapse to my knees, these shadows they breathe, Guardians looking over me," suggest a feeling of vulnerability, as if the singer is overwhelmed and seeking protection or guidance.
The line "This pressure on my back, it just always knows where I'm at" hints at a burden or responsibility that the singer cannot escape, as if it follows them relentlessly. The repetition of "left-right, left-right, red light, red light" adds to the sense of unease and a constant state of alertness or anxiety. The phrase "Paranoid as fuck, that's how I've been like" describes a heightened level of fear and suspicion, indicating that the singer is constantly questioning their actions and their surroundings.
The following lines introduce confusion and uncertainty, with the lyricist questioning their own actions and wondering if they were real or just a dream: "Did I really do it, or was it just a dream? Set the house on fire, but no one came after me." This suggests a sense of detachment from reality and perhaps a desire for consequences or acknowledgement.
The second verse takes a slightly different direction, posing a rhetorical question: "If the Earth is round, why do I feel so flat?" This line could be interpreted metaphorically, expressing a sensation of emptiness or lacking a sense of purpose despite the vastness of the world. The following line, "If I screamed right now, would there be anyone to notice that?" further emphasizes a feeling of isolation or insignificance.
The repetition of "Wake up globetards, wake up" serves as a provocative call to the listeners, urging them to awaken or become aware of their surroundings. The term "globetards" can be seen as a play on words, perhaps meant to challenge conventional thinking or belief systems.
Line by Line Meaning
Tired as fuck, cannot sleep, always on the look for that missing piece
Feeling exhausted and restless, constantly searching for something that feels incomplete
Collapse to my knees, these shadows they breathe
Feeling overwhelmed and vulnerable, as if even the shadows have a presence
Guardians looking over me
Feeling protected and watched over by unseen forces
This pressure on my back, it just always knows where I'm at
Experiencing constant pressure and the feeling of being watched
Left-right, left-right, red light, red light
Feeling trapped and stuck in a repetitive cycle
Paranoid as fuck, that's how I've been like
Experiencing extreme paranoia and constant fear
Did I really do it, or was it just a dream?
Questioning one's own actions and wondering if they were real or imagined
Set the house on fire, but no one came after me
Feeling isolated and ignored, even in times of crisis
After me, after me
Feeling a sense of abandonment and the absence of support
If the Earth is round, why do I feel so flat?
Questioning the disconnect between the external world and one's own personal emotions
If I screamed right now, would there be anyone to notice that?
Feeling unheard and invisible, wondering if anyone would pay attention
Wake up globetards, wake up
Urging those who deny the truth or remain oblivious to wake up and see the reality
Wake up globetards, wake up
Reiterating the call for those who are ignorant or closed-minded to awaken and acknowledge the truth
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Juuso Kylvö
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