In a 2008 recording manifesto, Rosales notes influences from Schoenberg to Eno, however it’s the electronic pop of 50s British producer Joe Meek that is most recognizable in the hurried pop gems of ‘Wonder Wheel I.’ It may seem oxymoronic to speak of lo-fi music being
progressive, but there’s a continual inventiveness beneath the heavy echo and distortion of the 12 very different songs on ‘Wonder Wheel I’ that either exemplify genres when Rosales works within them, or that otherwise begin to carve out what can only be described as new ones. But underscoring this unique sound is a strong pop sensibility that brings a familiarity and warmth that perhaps marks Rosales out from the burgeoning scene from which he’s emerged.
Although barely in his 20s Rosales is already a seasoned and charismatic performer and has recently moved from a performance that put his solo vocals and tape effects front and center, to a slightly more expansive performance establishing a band for a fuller live effect. He is
making his first solo trip to the UK this June 2010 as apart of an Upset the Rhythm in order to promote his 7” single, the loose high-tempo synth groove-driven “Crimes” which is an excellent introduction to the Rosales cosmology. That track also kicks off the journey that is ‘Wonder Wheel I.’
Purple
Paul A. Rosales Lyrics
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It's Paul Wall, come on
Purple pint, that's Gucci rap
Driving slow, black on black
Backwood lit, windows cracked
Dime in my lap with her hair pulled back
And a hand full of diamonds all on my wrist
World full of haters, very few real
So I open my mind and stack up my chips
Lollipop grind, whole lotta licks
From paper planes to a house made of bricks
Big ol' cold cup with codeine mix
So I'm so throwed and I'm still gettin' lit
And everything is purple, baby
I said, everything is purple (swag)
Everything is purple (swag, swag, swag)
I said, everything is purple (swag)
Everything is purple (swag, swag, swag)
Trill OG and I rep the South
Nigga, I rep the streets and I rep the hood
And I'm grippin' grain, grippin' stains
And I'm flippin' mane so it's pretty good
I'm holdin' wood with diamonds on it
Hittin' the block and I'm grindin' on it
With a big ol' chain and a big ol' piece
'Cause when I'm in these streets I be shinin', homie
Haters better get they ass behind me, homie
'Cause I'm in the front and I'm takin' charge
And when I'm done, I have 'em homie run
And they be hard to find like they's El Debarge
And my swag is large, extra large
I can barely fit it up in this room
But don't sweat the size and don't be surprised
When your bitch reminds that I'm the shit to swoon
I lick the blunt and I pass the 'dro
Spit my game and I smash your hoe
But no, I ain't trick, it's no passin' dough
Then I hop up in this slab and I mash it, bro
I got a passion for this Southern flow
This that purple life and we thuggin', bro
These haters might not really understand it
But that's all good 'cause we love it though
This PAT, that's where I'm from
That's what I rep and that's how it go
I roll with rocks so get up off the jock
From New York to PA, this that purple flow
It's that swag
I said, everything is purple (swag)
Everything is purple (swag, swag, swag)
I said, everything is purple (swag)
Everything is purple (swag, swag, swag)
Purple swag, purple swag, I'm in the zone, I'm getting throwed
That purple swag, purple swag, that purple smoke up in my clothes
That big booty, juicy fruity, yellow bone, I wanna bone
I'm getting dome, I took her out, dick in her mouth, she getting on
I'm flexing steel, I'm flexing still, I'm sitting high, I'm tipping slow
I'm Texas trill, Texas trill, but in NY we spit it slow
I got these boppas going crazy, they see me comin'
Robitussin, quit discussin', A$AP, tell these niggas somethin'
I said, everything is purple (swag)
Everything is purple (swag, swag, swag)
I said, everything is purple (swag)
Everything is purple (swag, swag, swag)
Haha yeah
Check, one, two, what it do?
Run it
Fo's spinnin' like the shit under my wave cap
Just rock it like a nigga named A$AP
Fast money man, I get mine ASAP
Always stacking and I'm paid, that's ASAP
Wood grippin', candy drippin'
Four in my 20, I'm candy sippin'
Fill my prescription, I'm leanin', hoe
Nightmare cup, I'm dreamin', hoe
Trill nigga like Chad and Bun B
Crocodile seats insides, I'm Dundee
Slow that down, Screw, Watts or Ron C
I'm getting rap money but I used to run D
MC, rep, run it
Frank Cyser shit, any beat get punished
Y'all got problems, I get money
So my neck, fist, wrist always look sunny
I stay fresh, y'all niggas look bummy
Cold with the flow, so I ball like Tommy
Martin, I keep a yellow bone like Gina
Thick like Serena, my pockets on Venus, nigga
(Swag) Everything is purple (swag)
Everything is purple (swag, swag, swag)
I said, everything is purple (swag)
Everything is purple (swag, swag, swag)
The lyrics to Paul A. Rosales's song Purple are a poetic expression of the desire to bring joy and happiness to someone. The singer admits that they never meant to cause any harm or pain to this person, but only wanted to see them smiling and laughing. The recurring theme of "purple rain" is a metaphorical reference to a perfect moment or a time of perfect harmony, when everything is in balance and all worries and troubles disappear.
The lyrics go on to explain that the singer never wanted to be a "weekend lover" but instead desired to be a good friend to this person. Unfortunately, this relationship ended for reasons unknown, and the singer seems to be expressing regret for what might have been. The final verse is a call for change and a plea for people to embrace new ideas and opportunities. The singer offers to guide the listener to the "purple rain" - a symbol of hope and renewal.
Overall, the lyrics to Purple are a beautiful and heartfelt tribute to the desire for happiness, friendship, and change. The repeated use of the phrase "purple rain" gives the song a mystical and dreamlike quality, encouraging the listener to imagine a world where everything is perfect and all is right with the world.
Line by Line Meaning
I never meant to cause you any sorrow
I didn't intend to bring any sadness into your life
I never meant to cause you any pain
I didn't intend to hurt you in any way
I only wanted to one time see you laughing
I just wanted to see you happy and laughing, at least once
I only wanted to see you laughing in the purple rain
I hoped to see you happy and laughing under the magical purple rain
Purple rain purple rain
The captivating effect of this mysterious purple rain
I never wanted to be your weekend lover
I didn't just want a casual fling with you for weekends only
I only wanted to be some kind of friend
I just wanted to be your friend, nothing more
Baby I could never steal you from another
I knew I couldn't take you away from someone else
It's such a shame our friendship had to end
It's sad that our friendship had to come to an end
I only wanted to see you underneath the purple rain
I only wished to see you happy and free under the mystical purple rain
Honey I know, I know times are changing
I understand that times are changing, things are not the same as before
It's time we all reach out for something new
It's time for all of us to search for something fresh and different
That means you to
And that includes you too
You say you want a leader
You say you need someone to lead and guide you
But you can't seem to make up your mind
But you're having trouble deciding who that leader should be
I think you better clos it
I think you should give it a rest
And let me guid you to the purple rain
And let me steer you towards the intriguing and alluring purple rain
If you know waht I'm singing about up here
If you understand what I'm saying up here, in my heart
C'mon raise your hand
Show me that you're with me, let me know you feel it too
I only want to see you
I just want to see you happy and content
Only want to see you
The only thing I want is to see you happy
In the purple rain
Laughing, smiling and celebrating under the spell of the purple rain
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Tyshaun Holloway, Rakim Mayers
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