I AM
ROCK MAFIA feat WYCLEF/TOKIO HOTEL/DAVID CORREY Lyrics
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That stayed with me in the hood, do or die
Refugee camp
Yeah, this one goes out to my almond joy
My banana that never split
The one that stuck with me
I thought I'd hit up in sing sing
Who would have ever thought that we'd be doing our thing
I know I did a little cheating
But once I got caught
I send you a parcel of roses
You sent them back and told me go to hell
But girl you know that, you take me as I am
Even though my fam don't understand
Why I put that rock up on your hand
That's cos you take me as I am (take me as I am)
You take me as I am (yeah, I'm a take you as you are)
Even when my girls can't understand
I choose you as my man
But you take me as I am, my, my man
You're my girl (my man)
You're my girl (my man)
You're my lady (my man)
You're my baby
When I was rocking jelly and had a little belly
Who woulda ever thought, you'd think I was sexy
I say it with an attitude, I admit I came off rude
But still you love me, I know I get on your nerves sometimes
And I don't know why you take me as I am
Even when my girls can't understand
I choose you as my man (my man, yeah)
Cause you take me as I am (take me as I am)
You take me as I am, girl I'm a take you as you are
Even though my fam don't understand (they can't understand no, no, no, no)
Why I put that rock up on your hand (girl)
That's cause you take me as I am
You're my girl (you're my man)
You're my girl (you're my man)
You're my lady (you're my baby)
You're my baby (my honey)
You're the ocean that breathes that I feel when I'm blowing my trees alone
You're the sun that shines when the darkness strikes at night
You're the love of my life, you're my girl, you're my wife
You're mine, and I'm yours, you take me as I am
Wait a minute
Can't believe you take me as I am, am, am, no, oh
Even when they don't understand why you love me
I choose you as my man
Cause you take me as I am (take me as I am)
You take me as I am, girl I'm a take you as you are
Even though my fam don't understand
My people on the block, they don't understand, no, no
Why I put that rock up on your hand
Cause I take you as you are, you're a star
You're my girl (my man)
You're my girl (you're my man)
You're my lady (you're my baby)
You're my baby (my honey)
The song "I Am" by Rock Mafia featuring Wyclef/Tokio Hotel/David Correy is an ode to the person that has been with you through thick and thin, the one that has stuck with you through all the ups and downs. The lyrics talk about a relationship that has been tested but has come out stronger, with the two partners accepting each other for who they are, flaws and all. The rapper gives a shoutout to his partner by referring to her as his "vanilla ice-cream chocolate pudding pie," his "almond joy," and his "banana that never split."
The lyrics also address the challenges that the couple has faced, such as the rapper's infidelity, which resulted in him sending a parcel of roses that were rejected. However, despite everything, his partner loves him for who he is and accepts him with open arms. The song talks about how they have found true love in each other, and nothing else matters as long as they have each other.
Overall, the song "I Am" is an ode to true love, where partners accept each other for who they are, flaws, and all. It is a celebration of a relationship that has been tested but has come out stronger because of the unwavering love that the partners have for each other.
Line by Line Meaning
I wanna send this one out to my vanilla ice-cream chocolate pudding pie
This song is dedicated to someone special who was with me during tough times in my past.
That stayed with me in the hood, do or die
This person remained with me through thick and thin, even in dangerous situations.
Refugee camp
This line refers to the artist's background as a refugee and highlights the challenges he faced before making it big.
Yeah, this one goes out to my almond joy
The song extends appreciation towards another special person, comparing them to the Almond Joy chocolate candy.
My banana that never split
This line reflects how the person the song is dedicated to remained loyal even during uncertain times.
The one that stuck with me
This line reaffirms the loyalty of the person the song is dedicated to.
Before I had the bling bling
This line acknowledges that the artist had a humble background and did not have material wealth or social status.
I thought I'd hit up in sing sing
The artist had a troubled past and expected to end up in prison.
Who would have ever thought that we'd be doing our thing
Despite the artist's past, they have achieved success and are now creating music with their special person.
I know I did a little cheating
The artist admits to making mistakes in the past.
But once I got caught
The artist acknowledges that they were held accountable for their actions.
I send you a parcel of roses
The artist is trying to make amends for their mistake and expressing their love and appreciation for the person they hurt.
You sent them back and told me go to hell
Despite the artist's attempt to make amends, the person they hurt rejected their apology and was angry with them.
But girl you know that, you take me as I am
The person the song is dedicated to accepts the artist for who they are, despite their past mistakes.
Even though my fam don't understand
The artist's family may not approve of their relationship with the person the song is dedicated to.
Why I put that rock up on your hand
The artist has chosen to marry the person they love, and this line refers to the engagement ring.
You take me as I am (take me as I am)
The person the song is dedicated to accepts the artist for who they are, despite their past mistakes.
Even when my girls can't understand
The artist's female friends may not approve of their relationship with the person the song is dedicated to.
I choose you as my man
The artist has chosen to commit to their relationship with the person the song is dedicated to.
You're my girl (my man)
The person the song is dedicated to is the artist's partner and loved one.
You're my lady (my man)
Once again, this line emphasizes that the person the song is dedicated to is the artist's loved one and partner.
You're the ocean that breathes that I feel when I'm blowing my trees alone
This line is a metaphor, referring to the person the song is dedicated to as a calming presence in the artist's life.
You're the sun that shines when the darkness strikes at night
Another metaphor, this line refers to the person the song is dedicated to as a source of light and hope in difficult times.
You're the love of my life, you're my girl, you're my wife
This line emphasizes the importance of the person the song is dedicated to in the artist's life, highlighting their commitment to the relationship.
You're mine, and I'm yours, you take me as I am
This line reiterates the artist's commitment and love for the person the song is dedicated to and emphasizes that the person accepts them for who they are.
Can't believe you take me as I am, am, am, no, oh
The artist is expressing surprise that the person the song is dedicated to accepts them for who they are, despite their past mistakes and flaws.
Even when they don't understand why you love me
Other people may not understand the relationship and why the person the song is dedicated to loves the artist.
My people on the block, they don't understand, no, no
This line further emphasizes that the artist's community may not approve of their relationship.
Cause I take you as you are, you're a star
The artist accepts the person the song is dedicated to for who they are, celebrating their qualities and unique characteristics.
You're my baby (my honey)
Once again, this line emphasizes the importance of the person the song is dedicated to in the artist's life and the love they share.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jerry Duplessis, Sharissa Dawes, Wyclef Jean
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