Offaiah's debut track Trouble became a favourite of BBC Radio 1 DJs Artist page: Danny Howard & Annie Mac, and in 2020 he signed a deal with Defected Records.
Play It By Ear
OFFAIAH Lyrics
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(Play it by ear)
(Play it by ear)
Been drifting for so long
Don't ask me what I do miss
Just look what they have done
Don't wanna hear all of this
We'll trip on eruptions, the best of occurrences
Keep me cool, I need a light, oh yeah
Like a summer breeze in my hair
Why do you romanticize? Oh yeah
This could fly or end up nowhere
I clutch you right there
Not longing for your stars
Hopes ain't high but hey
You still might steal this heart
Yeah, let's play it by ear for now, babe
Yeah, let's play it by ear for now, babe
(Play it by ear)
(Play it by ear)
Don't tell me you need me
I'll just believe it's a lie
You test us, your job to
Skip beat just as we improvise
If you plan too crazy
Then I might just roll my eyes
For labels, no hurry
It's like we're too good and running wild
Let's get undressed in the dark, oh yeah
Maybe we'll wake up in sun rays
And if not, we might just part, oh yeah
Why surprised, were we just the same?
I clutch you right there
Not longing for your stars
Hopes ain't high but hey
You still might steal this heart
Yeah, let's play it by ear for now, babe
Yeah, let's play it by ear for now, babe
I clutch you right there
Not longing for your stars
Hopes ain't high but hey
You still might steal this heart
Yeah, let's play it by ear for now, babe
Yeah, let's play it by ear for now, babe
(Play it by ear)
(Play it by ear)
I clutch you right there
Not longing for your stars
Hopes ain't high but hey
You still might steal this heart
Yeah, let's play it by ear for now, babe
Yeah, let's play it by ear for now, babe
The lyrics of "Play It By Ear" by OFFAIAH convey a sense of uncertainty and a willingness to embrace the unknown in a romantic relationship. The singer has been drifting for a long time, experiencing a lack of direction and purpose. They acknowledge that past relationships have been filled with freedom, lies, and broken promises. Despite this, they express a desire to move forward and not dwell on the past.
The phrase "play it by ear" suggests a spontaneous and adaptable approach to love. The singer doesn't want to set high expectations, but they are open to the possibility of their heart being stolen. They express a desire to take things as they come, without forcing or rushing anything.
The lyrics also touch on themes of self-confidence and independence. The singer asserts that they don't need someone to tell them they are needed; they choose to believe it's a lie. They highlight the importance of improvisation and going with the flow in a relationship, rather than sticking to a rigid plan or timeline. Overall, the song encourages embracing the present moment and allowing for the unexpected in matters of the heart.
Line by Line Meaning
Play it by ear
We will approach the situation spontaneously and without a concrete plan
Been drifting for so long
I have been wandering aimlessly for a considerable amount of time
Don't ask me what I do miss
Please refrain from inquiring about my desires or regrets
Got all of your freedom, lies and empty promises
I am burdened by your deceitful and unfulfilled commitments
Just look what they have done
Take a moment to observe the negative consequences of their actions
Don't wanna hear all of this
I am not interested in listening to all of these negative remarks
We'll trip on eruptions, the best of occurrences
Despite unforeseen obstacles, we will navigate through them and view them as opportunities
Keep me cool, I need a light, oh yeah
Please provide me with comfort and guidance in this situation
Like a summer breeze in my hair
Similar to the refreshing feeling of a gentle summer wind brushing against my hair
Why do you romanticize? Oh yeah
Why do you idealize or embellish things unrealistically?
This could fly or end up nowhere
The outcome of this situation is uncertain and could lead to success or failure
I clutch you right there
I hold onto you tightly and securely in this moment
Not longing for your stars
I do not yearn for your fame or achievements
Hopes ain't high but hey
My expectations are not very high, but still...
You still might steal this heart
There is a possibility that you could capture my affection
Don't tell me you need me
Please do not claim that you require my presence or support
I'll just believe it's a lie
I will simply consider it to be a falsehood
You test us, your job to
You challenge us deliberately, as if it were your responsibility
Skip beat just as we improvise
We will deviate from the expected rhythm as we adapt and respond spontaneously
If you plan too crazy
If your intentions are excessively absurd or unrealistic
Then I might just roll my eyes
In that case, I might respond with annoyance or disbelief
For labels, no hurry
There is no rush to define or categorize our relationship
It's like we're too good and running wild
We have a strong connection and are enjoying our freedom
Let's get undressed in the dark, oh yeah
Let's reveal our vulnerabilities and true selves without pretense or judgment
Maybe we'll wake up in sun rays
Perhaps we will experience happiness or enlightenment in the future
And if not, we might just part, oh yeah
If our paths diverge, we may simply go our separate ways
Why surprised, were we just the same?
Why are you astonished? Weren't we identical or similar?
Yeah, let's play it by ear for now, babe
Yes, let's continue to approach things spontaneously and without a fixed plan, for the moment, my dear
Writer(s): Michael Anthony Woods, Fabian Faupel, Adam Parker
Contributed by Leo R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Tincho Sur
Been drifting for so long
Don't ask me what I do miss
Got all of your freedom, lies and empty promises
Just look what they have done
Don't wanna hear all of this
We'll trip on eruptions, the best of occurrences
Keep me cool, I need a light, oh yeah
Like a summer breeze in my hair
Why do you romanticize? Oh yeah
This could fly or end up nowhere
I clutch you right there
Not longing for your stars
Hopes ain't high but hey
You still might steal this heart
Yeah, let's play it by ear for now, babe
Yeah, let's play it by ear for now, babe
Don't tell me you need me
I'll just believe it's a lie
You test us, your job to
Skip beat just as we improvise
If you plan too crazy
Then I might just roll my eyes
For labels, no hurry
It's like we're too good and running wild
Let's get undressed in the dark, oh yeah
Maybe we'll wake up in sun rays
And if not, we might just part, oh yeah
Why surprised, were we just the same?
I clutch you right there
Not longing for your stars
Hopes ain't high but hey
You still might steal this heart
Yeah, let's play it by ear for now, babe
Yeah, let's play it by ear for now, babe
I clutch you right there
Not longing for your stars
Hopes ain't high but hey
You still might steal this heart
Yeah, let's play it by ear for now, babe
Yeah, let's play it by ear for now, babe
I clutch you right there
Not longing for your stars
Hopes ain't high but hey
You still might steal this heart
Yeah, let's play it by ear for now, babe
Yeah, let's play it by ear for now, babe
effigy
This track is the bomb! Beautifully sweet and clubby at the same time. Hits you in the feels. πππ
brbr28
Too bad we can't hear it in a club, at least in my part of the world :(
Felix Pj
@brbr28 1
Aurineide Evangelista
@brbr28 pz@8
Neil Kewenvoyouma
Your tracks always have that unique and special vocals that I love .
Dazshark Gettem
Having the knack for finding the unique is the key to success
Claudio Thay
Meu, que track essa. Uma das melhores que ouvi esse ano! House Music Forever!!!!
Edu Oscar
Foi a mesma coisa que pensei hahaha
Robot 303
Youtube suggested this too me and I can't get enough of it. It's catchy and made me dance around the house on a Saturday morning. Lifted my spirits out of the gutter. Gave me goosebumps.
r_tek
Same