Los Angeles-born, overtly-Armenian rapper R-Mean is bringing word of his mo… Read Full Bio ↴Los Angeles-born, overtly-Armenian rapper R-Mean is bringing word of his mountainous ancestral republic to one of our biggest cultural expressions of all : hip-hop. In early 2014 R-Mean is dropping his most ambitious album to date, 7 Deadly Sins, on Pentagon Records; and the first single, a hometown anthem, "Lost Angels" features non-other than multi-platinum artist The Game. A sleek, raw black and white video, Directed by Alex Kodo, helps take us inside R-Mean's version of Los Angeles, from Downtown to Little Armenia and back. Transcending traditional contemporary hip-hop, this clip is filled with innovative scenes that portray everyday living in Los Angeles. With a stylish hook and chorus that is sure to keep you on your feet, “Lost Angels” is an anthem for the next generation of hip-hop go-getters.

R-Mean’s lyrical prowess and melodious flow has amounted to national recognition, famous friends and critical acclaim. He has been featured as the opening act for Nas, as well as Bone Thugs N’ Harmony. His numerous appearances include MTV’s “Rapfix” with Mobb Deep, freestyling on the legendary (the world famous)“Wake Up Show” on Power 106 and Shade 45, Los Angeles, and numerous appearances on “Sway in the Morning” on Shade45.

As the first rapper of Armenian descent to achieve his level of international and national acclaim, R-Mean is heading towards the ranks of his fellow Armenian icons System Of A Down and Kim Kardashian. His multi-cultural background and extensive fan base has afforded him multiple opportunities to perform around the world including Canada, Europe, and all over the United States. Through his diverse upbringing, always staying true to real Hip-Hop, R-Mean breaks international barriers through his music like no other artist. With a flow reminiscent of Nas and Eminem, and his life experience sets him far apart from other artists in his genre.

Energy
R-Mean Lyrics

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I need your energy
I need your energy
This world is killing me
Light it up (light it up, light it up, light it up, light it up)
If you feelin' me, I feel
Light it up (light it up, light it up, light it up, light it up)
If you feelin' me, I feel
Light it up (light it up, light it up, light it up, light it up)

If you feelin' me, I feel
Light it up (light it up, light it up, light it up, light it up)
If you feelin' me, I feel
I need your energy (energy)

Hot life (hot life), hot life (hot life)
Hot tie (hot tie), don't drown (don't drown)
Big breath (big breath), taste stale (taste stale), stay cool (stay cool)
When I'm down (when I'm down), dead vibe (dead vibe)
That's right (that's right), on top (on top)
That height (that height), I fly (I fly), skydive (skydive)
High-five (high-five), we won't die (we won't die)
See hope (see hope), see drive (see drive), see why (see why)
In my eyes (in my eyes), win big (win big), win life (win life)
Take off (take off), bye bye (bye bye)
No slip (no slip), black ice (black ice)
Big shooter (big shooter), lit fly (lit fly)
Don't stop (don't stop), must try (must try)
Energy (energy), that's why (that's why)
I'm doing the most
In the middle of the road or runnin' the globe
I'm fightin' for doors to give everything back what they owe
So close (so close), don't fold (don't fold)
Live bright (live bright), live bold (live bold)
Kick back (kick back), get close (get close)
Light it up, light it up for yours

I need your energy
I need your energy
This world is killing me
Light it up (light it up, light it up, light it up, light it up)
If you feelin' me, I feel
Light it up (light it up, light it up, light it up, light it up)
If you feelin' me, I feel
Light it up (light it up, light it up, light it up, light it up)
If you feelin' me, I feel
Light it up (light it up, light it up, light it up, light it up)
If you feelin' me, I feel
I need your energy

This what they want (want), this what they need, this what we on (on)
Took it worldwide and brung it back home, turn it on (energy)
Never been scared (scared)
Always prepared, taking you there (there)
You need to be here, hands in the air, yeah, yeah (energy)
Bossed up (bossed up), flossed up, fly like a saucer, live in the moment (moment)
Get it, get it, own it (own it)
Live it, breathe it, zone it (zone it)
No time to waste (waste)
No time to slow down when we out on the chase (chase)
Don't be pumping your brakes (brakes)
When you come up from nothin', you do what it takes (takes)
Dodging these gunshots man, still gotta stay focused
Ain't no sleep, stay woken, gotta keep your eyes open
When all of my energy gone (gone)
Don't leave me out on my own (own)
Don't leave me all on my own
Light it up, light it up, light it up, light it up

I need your energy
I need your energy
This world is killing me
Light it up (light it up, light it up, light it up, light it up)
If you feelin' me, I feel
Light it up (light it up, light it up, light it up, light it up)
If you feelin' me, I feel
Light it up (light it up, light it up, light it up, light it up)
If you feelin' me, I feel
Light it up (light it up, light it up, light it up, light it up)
If you feelin' me, I feel
I need your energy

You love me (love me) especially, I feel

Different every time, you keep me (keep me) on my feet (on my feet), I feel
Heavenly excited 'bout

Overall Meaning

In "Energy," R-Mean is expressing his need for positive and inspiring energy from those around him. He feels that the world is taking a toll on him and needs the support of those who are on his side. He asks for their energy and says to light it up if they are feeling the same way he does. R-Mean admits he is doing the most, that he is fighting for doors to give everything back what they owe. He wants people to come together and bring the energy to get them through the tough times. R-Mean also talks about his determination to make it in the industry, to work hard and not to give up when things get tough.

The theme of the song is centered around the need for positive energy from others. R-Mean seems to be going through a challenging period, but he has a supportive circle that he can rely on. The light it up concept is highly creative, and it seems to represent a call to action for his fans to activate their energy to help him cope with his struggles. The overall message is that people must stick together, feel empathetic towards each other, share positive energy and take charge of their lives.

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jill H Scott, Justin Scott, Keith Pelzer, Marcella Araica, Nate Hills, Rico Love

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