Keep On
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Late night, wake up
I'm sick, I'm stuck
You're here, so near
Your dream my fear
Your love, my loss
Your dime my cost
My fate, your hands
My life, your brand

Living my life in spite of you
This is the best that I can do
Nothing left for me to prove
I give it all to you

Nothing's what we made it
And we're living like we hate it
I have given all I can
But I can't anymore
Freedom, I can taste it
And the truth, I need to face it
I've always been dedicated
But I can't anymore

Girl you know our love is kinda crazy
And no matter what you're still my lady
Oh
I know you're fienin up here weekly lately
Ah boy you'll find a stretch, you'll never leave me
Oh

When you woke me up and you give me the sweetest wind up
Take someone to loving, if you be young to time uh
Yea, I figured why I was so blind now
Even though your hurt was under surface and me ignored your signs girl

Limbered and teared up, can't leave me like this
Just give me a chance for me to right this
Girl I know you live my love despite this
Cannot let you go, I got to fight for this

Nothing's what we made it
And we're living like we hate it
I have given all I can
But I can't anymore
Freedom, I can taste it
And the truth, I need to face it
I've always been dedicated
But I can't anymore

It's not right 'cause you're saying this
I wasn't born to serve you
I was born to love

Your house, your rules
Keep calm, keep cool
Tip toe, steer clear
Your mask, I wear
Your wants, my needs
Loaded, good deeds
Your frown, my smile
You're up, I'm down

Living my life in spite of you
This is the best that I can do
Nothing left for me to prove
I give it all to you

Nothing's what we made it
And we're living like we hate it
I have given all I can
But I can't anymore
Freedom, I can taste it
And the truth, I need to face it
I've always been dedicated
But I can't anymore

Anymore

Baby, and you get the reason
Baby, and you get the reason




Baby, and you get the reason
Never let it sit so long mandita

Overall Meaning

In the first stanza, the lyrics portray a tumultuous relationship where the singer feels trapped and unwell. They express fear and loss, as well as a sense of being controlled or manipulated by their partner. The lyrics suggest that the singer's life and fate are in the hands of their significant other, symbolized by "Your fate, your hands, my life, your brand."


The chorus reflects a sense of resignation and exhaustion. The singer acknowledges that they have done everything they could but can no longer give any more effort or prove themselves. They yearn for freedom and acknowledge the need to face the truth of their situation, implying that they have been dedicated to the relationship but reach a breaking point.


The second stanza introduces a different perspective, likely from the partner's point of view. They acknowledge the intensity of their love and the difficulties they have been facing. Despite the challenges, the partner reassures their commitment and the belief that the relationship can be salvaged if given another chance. It suggests a desire to make amends and fight for the love they share.


The bridge section speaks directly to the partner, challenging their control and asserting their own desires and autonomy. The lyrics highlight the power dynamics within the relationship, emphasizing the partner's dominance with phrases like "Your house, your rules" and "Your wants, my needs." The singer expresses a sense of compliance and putting on a facade, symbolized by wearing the partner's mask and forcing a smile despite their own inner turmoil.


The repetition of the chorus reinforces the singer's exhaustion and resolve to no longer continue in this unfulfilling relationship. The lyrics suggest that they have finally realized that the relationship is not what they have made it out to be and they have been living in discontent. They have given their all but cannot continue anymore. The repeated phrase "Anymore" emphasizes their finality and determination to move on.


The outro section repeats the phrase "Baby, and you get the reason" several times, possibly implying that the partner finally understands or acknowledges the singer's reasons for wanting to end the relationship. The final line, "Never let it sit so long mandita," could be a call to not let the issues or conflicts linger or go unresolved for too long, suggesting that communication and understanding are vital in maintaining a healthy relationship.


Line by Line Meaning

Late night, wake up
After a long night, I awaken


I'm sick, I'm stuck
I feel ill and trapped


You're here, so near
You're present, in close proximity


Your dream my fear
Your aspirations bring me anxiety


Your love, my loss
Your affection results in my detriment


Your dime my cost
The price I pay for your attention


My fate, your hands
The direction of my life is in your control


My life, your brand
You have defined my existence


Living my life in spite of you
Continuing to live independently despite your influence


This is the best that I can do
I am giving my all


Nothing left for me to prove
There is nothing more I need to demonstrate


I give it all to you
I dedicate everything to you


Nothing's what we made it
Our relationship is empty


And we're living like we hate it
We are living in resentment


I have given all I can
I have exhausted all my efforts


But I can't anymore
I am unable to continue


Freedom, I can taste it
I can sense the taste of freedom


And the truth, I need to face it
I must confront the truth


I've always been dedicated
I have always been committed


But I can't anymore
But I am no longer able to


Girl you know our love is kinda crazy
You are aware that our love is unconventional


And no matter what you're still my lady
Regardless of the circumstances, you are still my partner


I know you're fienin up here weekly lately
I recognize your desire for attention recently


Ah boy, you'll find a stretch, you'll never leave me
You will always find a reason to stay with me


When you woke me up and you give me the sweetest wind up
When you woke me up and filled me with joy


Take someone to loving, if you be young to time uh
Experience the joy of finding love while you're still young


Yea, I figured why I was so blind now
Yes, I finally understand why I couldn't see clearly before


Even though your hurt was under surface and me ignored your signs girl
Despite your hidden pain, I ignored the signs you showed me


Limbered and teared up, can't leave me like this
Emotionally vulnerable and tearing up, please don't leave me in this state


Just give me a chance for me to right this
Just allow me the opportunity to fix this


Girl I know you live my love despite this
I know you still love me despite everything


Cannot let you go, I got to fight for this
I can't let you go, I have to fight for our relationship


Your house, your rules
I must abide by your rules in your domain


Keep calm, keep cool
Remain composed and collected


Tip toe, steer clear
Be cautious and avoid conflicts


Your mask, I wear
I adopt your persona


Your wants, my needs
What you desire becomes my necessities


Loaded, good deeds
Performing acts of kindness for you


Your frown, my smile
Your unhappiness brings me joy


You're up, I'm down
When you're happy, I feel low


Anymore
No longer


Baby, and you get the reason
Darling, you understand the rationale


Never let it sit so long mandita
Never let it stagnate for too long, my dear




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: THOMAS WESLEY PENTZ, ORVILLE BURRELL, DIANA E P GORDON

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@user-bg7lk4sr1x

Steve, you wanted to know if anyone else had anything happen at Turnagain Arm Alaska.
I went to Alaska in 2016.
We were staying on the Army Base and our friends took us to on a site seeing tour one day from Anchorage to Whittier and back.
We stopped at a pullover/ hiking trail just past Turnagain Arm because I am a photographer and wanted to go for a short hike up the trail.
The trail was steep, my friend was in the Army and very fit so he ran up the trail🙄
I am a flatlander from Florida was out of breath after walking up a half mile or so,lol.
The trail followed a creek so I walked over to the creek to get some good shots of a small waterfall.
I noticed that the forest was dead quiet and remember thinking, thats wierd.
All of a sudden I heard a loud crack like a tree snapping into.
I thought it was my friend trying to scare me but I have spent many hrs alone in the woods and do not get scared.
Welllll, just after that sound, I got the strangest gut feeling to get the hell out of there🤔
So much for not getting scared.
I hurried back down the trail, got into the car.
My friend came running back down the trail and said he thought he heard a bear.
I was really freaked out because I had never felt that feeling before.
I never said a word and later just chalked it up to me being from FL and yes I do have a fear of running into a Griz .
I never really thought about that again until hearing you read the emails from that area.
I never saw anything but, now after finding your Channel I think I know what it was.



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You read my story today. Sorry about the punctuation. I was reliving it all while writing it and hearing you read it!
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