There was a kid. A kid born in Los Angeles, then shipped off 3,000 miles aw… Read Full Bio ↴There was a kid. A kid born in Los Angeles, then shipped off 3,000 miles away to a small village in Papua New Guinea, a 3rd world country. That kid was raised by his mother and grandmother in a small village. A village where houses stand on wooden posts, and the roofs are made of coconut leaves. Personal gardens are made throughout the woods, while farming and fishing are everyday ways of life. In that village, the kid immersed himself into music. His grandmother taught him how to speak Suau, their native language, by teaching him popular religious hymns that were translated from English. The kid's love for music stemmed from there, and at just age 7 he started playing the guitar. That kid used those instruments to entertain his entire village. The village realized the world needed to hear this extremely talented kid. They had no choice but to send him to the place where he'd have the most opportunity; the United States. He learned American culture and fell in love with hip hop. He started rapping. Then making beats. That kid became Prote-J.

Since, Prote-J has taken a perfectionist mindset to master his craft of creating music. His first release, the free album "Good Hip Hop Meets Radio" (completely written and produced by Prote-J) put his career on fast forward. In only a few months, it had been downloaded over 15,000 times. He has been heard on mainstream radio throughout the east coast and college radio all over the country. He has been seen on MTV.com, DJBooth.net, and a ton of the internet's most popular music blogs and sites. He has shared the stage with hip hop legends like Busta Rhymes, and also with other promising up-and-comers like Laws and Freddie Gibbs.

Prote-J's unprecedented talent as a lyricist, producer, and songwriter has him on track to become music's next major superstar.

So Sick
Prote-J Lyrics

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To the beat y'all

So, so sick (TM)
To the beat y'all (So, so sick)

Oh me? My name is L
First of all you a banger, straight up and down
I'm seein' minks on your hangers

I know your momma told you don't talk to strangers
That leads to dangerous situations, but I can't be patient
You need communication, appreciation
Respect for your style instead of talkin all wild
One smile, you're daydreamin of walkin the aisle
In the waterbed, rollin around in a money pile
Baby my format is not to be a doormat
But I still pull your chair out at the table and all that
Touch your back softly, whatever it cost me
Time money or energy, you will remember me

Gotta change my answering machine, now that I'm alone
'Cause right now it says that we, can't come to the phone
And I know it makes no sense, 'cause you walked out the door
But it's the only way I hear your voice, anymore
(It's ridiculous) It's been months, and for some reason I just
(Can't get over us) And I'm stronger than this
(Enough is enough) No more walkin 'round with my head down
I'm so over bein' blue, cryin' over you; and

I'm so sick of love songs, so tired of tears
So done with wishin', you were still here
Said I'm so sick of love songs, so sad and slow
So why can't I turn off the radio?

Gotta fix that calender I have, that's marked July 15th
Because since there's no more you, there's no more anniversary
I'm so fed up with my thoughts of you, and your memory
And how every song reminds me of what used to be, that's the reason

I'm so sick of love songs, so tired of tears
So done with wishin', you were still here
Said I'm so sick of love songs, so sad and slow
So why can't I turn off the radio?

(Leave me alone) Leave me alone
(Stupid love songs) Don't make me think about her smile
Or having my first child
I'm lettin go, turnin' off the radio

I'mma keep you equipped in all of the best whips
Pay attention to detail, even your lipstick
Give compliments when your pedicure switch
When we on the mattress, you won't care if I'm rich
I'll love you deeply, whisper sweetly
Even when you critique me, you can still reach me
Beats me why you sweeter than a peach be
One bite's enough sugar for the whole night
You'll be aight, you rollin with the Elvis of rap
C'mon, move your pelvis and throw it back
I know it's forward and it sounds a little blunt
But love money respect, whatever, pick what you want

That's the reason

I'm so sick of love songs, so tired of tears
So done with wishin', you were still here
Said I'm so sick of love songs, so sad and slow
So why can't I turn off the radio?

Said

I'm so sick of love songs, so tired of tears
So done with wishin', you were still here
Said I'm so sick of love songs, so sad and slow
So why can't I turn off the radio?

And

I'm so sick of love songs, so tired of tears
So done with wishin', you were still here
Said I'm so sick of love songs, so sad and slow
So why can't I turn off the radio?

Why can't I turn off the radio?
Why can't I turn off the radio?

Overall Meaning

Prote-J's song "So Sick" is a romantic hip-hop track that explores the themes of love, heartbreak, and moving on. The first verse is a smooth introduction to the song's story, with the singer (L) expressing his admiration for the person he's addressing. L praises their style, wanting to show appreciation and respect for it, instead of talking "all wild." He wants to spoil them and leave a lasting impression, making them remember him. The second verse shifts the focus, with the singer feeling consumed by thoughts of a past love. They can't bear listening to love songs or the sound of their ex's voice, as it only brings back painful memories.

The chorus repeats the title phrase "So Sick" four times, each time with a different negative emotion (tired of tears, done with wishing, sad and slow). The chorus represents the singer's frustration with their situation, wanting to move on from the past but struggling to do so. The third verse returns to the romantic theme, with the singer expressing their deep love and devotion to the person they're addressing. L wants to provide everything they need, from the best whips to sweet compliments, proving their commitment and affection for them.

Overall, "So Sick" is a heartfelt and relatable song that captures the ups and downs of love and heartbreak. The contrast between the romantic verses and the frustrated chorus highlights the conflicting emotions that come with a painful breakup.

Line by Line Meaning

To the beat y'all
Let's start the song by getting everyone in the mood to dance

So, so sick (TM)
I am extremely tired of feeling heartbroken

Oh me? My name is L
I am introducing myself to a woman I am interested in

First of all you a banger, straight up and down I'm seein' minks on your hangers I know your momma told you don't talk to strangers That leads to dangerous situations, but I can't be patient You need communication, appreciation Respect for your style instead of talkin all wild One smile, you're daydreamin of walkin the aisle In the waterbed, rollin around in a money pile Baby my format is not to be a doormat But I still pull your chair out at the table and all that Touch your back softly, whatever it cost me Time money or energy, you will remember me
I find you very attractive and I am interested in getting to know you. Your style is impressive and I think you should be respected for it. I am not interested in just a short-term fling, but rather something more meaningful and long-lasting. I am willing to put in the effort to make you feel special and remembered. I want to be clear that I am not a pushover, but I am also not interested in being aggressive or unkind towards you. I want to be your partner and treat you with the love and respect you deserve.

Gotta change my answering machine, now that I'm alone 'Cause right now it says that we, can't come to the phone And I know it makes no sense, 'cause you walked out the door But it's the only way I hear your voice, anymore (It's ridiculous) It's been months, and for some reason I just (Can't get over us) And I'm stronger than this (Enough is enough) No more walkin 'round with my head down I'm so over bein' blue, cryin' over you;
I am trying to move on from our relationship, but it is difficult. I am changing my answering machine message because hearing your voice reminds me of what we used to have. It has been months since we broke up, but I am still struggling to get over you. I am strong enough to recognize that I need to stop dwelling on our past and start moving forward. I am tired of feeling sad and heartbroken over losing you.

I'm so sick of love songs, so tired of tears So done with wishin', you were still here Said I'm so sick of love songs, so sad and slow So why can't I turn off the radio?
I am tired of hearing love songs because they remind me of our failed relationship. I am exhausted from crying and wishing that things had turned out differently between us. I cannot understand why I am unable to stop listening to the radio even though the songs make me feel worse.

Gotta fix that calender I have, that's marked July 15th Because since there's no more you, there's no more anniversary I'm so fed up with my thoughts of you, and your memory And how every song reminds me of what used to be, that's the reason
I need to make changes to the special days marked on my calendar because they no longer have any meaning without you. I am frustrated with how often you invade my thoughts and how every song seems to be about you. I am ready to move on from our relationship and stop dwelling on what we used to have.

Leave me alone (Stupid love songs) Don't make me think about her smile Or having my first child I'm lettin go, turnin' off the radio
I am asking for space and for reminders of you to stop. Love songs only remind me of what I have lost and it hurts too much to keep listening. I am ready to let go and move on from our failed relationship.

I'mma keep you equipped in all of the best whips Pay attention to detail, even your lipstick Give compliments when your pedicure switch When we on the mattress, you won't care if I'm rich I'll love you deeply, whisper sweetly Even when you critique me, you can still reach me Beats me why you sweeter than a peach be One bite's enough sugar for the whole night You'll be aight, you rollin with the Elvis of rap C'mon, move your pelvis and throw it back I know it's forward and it sounds a little blunt But love money respect, whatever, pick what you want
I will take care of you and make sure you have everything you need to be happy. I will pay attention to the small details in your life, even if it means noticing your choice of lipstick or giving compliments about your pedicure. Money is not what matters in our relationship - I will love you deeply no matter what. Even when you give me constructive criticism, I will still listen and respect your thoughts. I can't explain why, but you are so sweet to me and even just being with you is enough to make me feel happy. I am confident in my abilities and want to move forward in our relationship together, respecting each other's desires and wishes.

Said I'm so sick of love songs, so tired of tears So done with wishin', you were still here Said I'm so sick of love songs, so sad and slow So why can't I turn off the radio?
I am repeating my frustrations with love songs and how they make me feel sad and heartbroken. I am tired of wishing you were still with me and I cannot understand why I cannot stop listening to the radio even though these songs make me feel worse.

Why can't I turn off the radio? Why can't I turn off the radio?
I am expressing my confusion and frustration with my inability to stop listening to love songs even though they make me feel worse about my failed relationship with you.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Steve Porcaro, Mikkel Eriksen, John Bettis, Samuel Barnes, Jean Olivier, James Smith, Tor Erik Hermansen, Shaffer Smith

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