In 1998, Mos Def and Talib Kweli released the album "Mos Def & Talib Kweli are Black Star". The LP featured several Hi-Tek beats, and marked the critical breakthrough of all three artists involved.
In 2000, the now-classic debut LP "Train of Thought" hit the stores. The 20 track album featured, among others, De La Soul, Kool G Rap and Xzibit, and received much critical acclaim. It is a very soulful, jazzy and intelligent album, combining a wide variety of lyrical topics, moods and beats.
Following "Train of Thought", both Talib Kweli and Hi-Tek moved on to successful solo-careers. The second Reflection Eternal album, Revolutions per Minute, was released on May 18, 2010.
Touch You
Reflection Eternal Lyrics
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Talib kweli, dj hi tek, reflection eternal
We make the music that change your life
'Bout to touch you just right
All night we gonna to shine the light
'Bout to touch you just right
We make the music that change your life
All night we gonna to shine the light
'Bout to touch you just right
Piakhan floating on the mighty clouds of joy
Building a future, yo, for my baby boy (uh huh)
I moved form the hood yet the shit still in me
And your opinion is nothing to me
I have plenty like bein' out of prison
With a roof over my dome
And possessing the gift such as sparking the microphone
Accumulate the provolone makin' it happen with talib
A nattian cat we got em' snappin' roberta flackin' the track and
Killin' em softly with out flossin'
But yet the shine is glossy and
The run the lyrical train through your brain shit
Strategy pain, I'm on some clubber lane shit
With the iron, ain't no use in you trying "I ain't lyin'"
Through your ears mesmerize em'
It's about time we started risin'
Once again replace bullets with words, try to make it fun again
We make the music that change your life
'Bout to touch you just right
All night we gonna to shine the light
'Bout to touch you just right
We make the music that change your life
'Bout to touch you just right
All night we gonna to shine the light
'Bout to touch you just right
If the put my life on the screen then its got to be the imax
I live large stroke your mind, till you reach climax
Terrorist hijack on hi tek fly tracks front don't try that
My niggas got my back, you gotta relax, ease back
What's that all about with the feedback?
All up in my mouth we don't need that
Enjoy life open up a tree sack
Take a trip past thought no passport just leave that
The asphalt is the place to be at
Where the people fire burn so bright you can see that believe that
It ain't light music (no)
We make the right music (true)
Keep it tight music (yes)
Affirmin' life music (come on)
We make the music that change your life
'Bout to touch you just right
All night we gonna to shine the light
'Bout to touch you just right
We make the music that change your life
'Bout to touch you just right
All night we gonna to shine the light
'Bout to touch you just right
It's like girls got the bass all up in they hips
My favorite part on the face is the shape of the lips
Yeah I wanna touch you there (right there)
Your mind is my concubine, when I deliver shivers up your spine
Wordsy and that's your soul like the bread and wine
My brain is embedded with rhyme, that's ahead of they time
I rock the better design
You cats ain't got the touch
You all suck, like getting head from a dime
I run up in em and, touch them with the rhythm and
Clutch em' if they tremblin'
It's a rush like adrenaline, at a point break the joint shake
When you play this (yeah), your crew is haters when they come
Through with the newest latest (like that)
Reflection eternal
Shine light bright like the day till the sky turn purple
And the moon arrive, reflection through the night
That touch you just right
With the rhythm, the rhythm, god bless the rhythm
It's the rhythm, rhythm; yes ya'll the rhythm
Shorty on the dance floor giving me rhythm
Hi tek make ya'll nod ya'll neck to the rhythm
And
We make the music that change your life
'Bout to touch you just right
All night we gonna to shine the light
'Bout to touch you just right
We make the music that change your life
'Bout to touch you just right
All night we gonna to shine the light
'Bout to touch you just right
The song "Touch You" by Reflection Eternal (a collaboration between Talib Kweli and DJ Hi-Tek) is a tribute to the power of music. The lyrics speak of the duo's ability to create music that can change people's lives and touch them in profound ways. The opening lines of the song reference Rick James, a legendary musician, and suggest that the duo is carrying on a tradition of making music that has a lasting impact on listeners.
The verses of the song are filled with metaphors and wordplay, but the central message is clear: music has the power to transform, to heal, and to elevate. Kweli raps about his own personal journey, from growing up in the hood to building a better life for himself and his family. He also touches on the social issues that inspire him to write, such as the need to replace bullets with words and make the world a more peaceful place.
The chorus of the song is catchy and uplifting, urging listeners to let the music wash over them and "touch" them in a positive way. The song ends with a call to dance and celebrate life, highlighting the joyful and communal aspects of music.
Overall, "Touch You" is a powerful testament to the transformative power of music, and a reminder of the role that artists can play in inspiring and uplifting their audiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh what's up everybody this is rick james
Opening line introducing the performers
We make the music that change your life
Claiming that their music has the power to change people's lives
'Bout to touch you just right
Expressing confidence in their ability to connect with listeners in a meaningful way
All night we gonna to shine the light
Promising to provide a positive, uplifting experience for their audience
Piakhan floating on the mighty clouds of joy
Reference to the artist Piakhan, conveying a sense of joy and positivity
Building a future, yo, for my baby boy (uh huh)
Reflecting on the importance of creating a better future for the next generation
I moved form the hood yet the shit still in me
Acknowledging that even though he has moved out of the neighborhood, his experiences and identity still influence him
And your opinion is nothing to me
Asserting that he is not concerned with the opinions of others
I have plenty like bein' out of prison
Drawing a comparison between the feeling of being out of jail and the sense of freedom he gets from making music
With a roof over my dome
Grateful for having a place to live
And possessing the gift such as sparking the microphone
Acknowledging his talent for creating music and performing
Accumulate the provolone makin' it happen with talib
Working with Talib Kweli to create successful music
A nattian cat we got em' snappin' roberta flackin' the track and
Another reference to working together with Talib Kweli and creating engaging music
Killin' em softly with out flossin'
Creating great music without being boastful or showy
But yet the shine is glossy and
Despite being humble, they still create high-quality music
The run the lyrical train through your brain shit
Creating an image of their music taking over the listener's thoughts and emotions
Strategy pain, I'm on some clubber lane shit
Using strategic techniques to create impactful music, with a reference to the character Clubber Lang from the Rocky movies
With the iron, ain't no use in you trying "I ain't lyin'
Asserting his dominance as an artist and warning other rappers not to try to challenge him
Through your ears mesmerize em'
Creating a hypnotic effect with their music
It's about time we started risin'
Expressing a desire to elevate their careers and impact on the music industry
Once again replace bullets with words, try to make it fun again
Advocating for a shift away from violent lyrics and a return to more enjoyable, uplifting music
If the put my life on the screen then its got to be the imax
Asserting that his life is larger than life and would need to be portrayed on the biggest screen possible
I live large stroke your mind, till you reach climax
Creating a vivid image of the power of their music to stimulate the listener's emotions and thoughts
Terrorist hijack on hi tek fly tracks front don't try that
A reference to DJ Hi Tek having control of the beats, conveying a sense of power and control
My niggas got my back, you gotta relax, ease back
Acknowleging the support of his friends and encouraging others to relax and enjoy the music
What's that all about with the feedback?
Questioning the purpose of negative feedback and criticism
All up in my mouth we don't need that
Pushing back against unnecessary critiques and opinions
Enjoy life open up a tree sack
Advocating for relaxation and the enjoyment of life's pleasures, such as smoking marijuana
Take a trip past thought no passport just leave that
Escaping into a world of imagination, without the need for real-world restrictions like passports
The asphalt is the place to be at
Emphasizing the appeal of urban environments for creating and enjoying music
Where the people fire burn so bright you can see that believe that
Describing the energy and passion of the people who enjoy their music
It ain't light music (no)
Acknowledging that their music is serious and impactful
We make the right music (true)
Asserting that their music is high-quality and has value
Keep it tight music (yes)
Emphasizing the importance of precision and quality in their work
Affirmin' life music (come on)
Creating music that celebrates and affirms the value of living
It's like girls got the bass all up in they hips
Using a simile to describe how their music is physical and affects the listener's body
My favorite part on the face is the shape of the lips
Sharing a personal opinion about physical features
Yeah I wanna touch you there (right there)
Expressing a desire to connect with the listener through their music
Your mind is my concubine, when I deliver shivers up your spine
Creating a vivid image of the emotional connection between artist and listener
Wordsy and that's your soul like the bread and wine
Using a metaphor to convey the importance of their lyrics to the listener's emotional experience
My brain is embedded with rhyme, that's ahead of they time
Expressing confidence that their music is innovative and forward-thinking
I rock the better design
Stating that their music is high-quality and well-crafted
You cats ain't got the touch
Asserting that other rappers do not have the same level of connection with their listeners
You all suck, like getting head from a dime
Using a crude metaphor to insult other rappers
I run up in em and, touch them with the rhythm and
Creating an image of seizing control of the music and connecting with the audience
Clutch em' if they tremblin'
Offering support to listeners who are emotionally moved by their music
It's a rush like adrenaline, at a point break the joint shake
Describing the intense emotional experience of their music, with a reference to the movie Point Break
When you play this (yeah), your crew is haters when they come
Anticipating criticism from people who are not open to their style of music
Through with the newest latest (like that)
Creating innovative and exciting music that is ahead of its time
Reflection eternal
The name of the duo
Shine light bright like the day till the sky turn purple
Creating a vivid image of the intensity and brightness of their music
And the moon arrive, reflection through the night
Describing their ability to create music that matches the changing atmosphere of the day and night cycle
With the rhythm, the rhythm, god bless the rhythm
Acknowledging the importance of rhythm to their music
It's the rhythm, rhythm; yes ya'll the rhythm
Emphasizing the significance of rhythm to the song
Shorty on the dance floor giving me rhythm
Describing the connection between the music and the body's movement
Hi tek make ya'll nod ya'll neck to the rhythm
Emphasizing the power of DJ Hi Tek's beats to compel movement and enjoyment
and
Conjunctive word signifying the end of the song
Lyrics © JELLYBEAN MUSIC GROUP, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: DAVE NATHANIEL WEST, DAVID SANFORD, TALIB KWELI GREENE, TONY LOUIS COTTRELL
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