A native of Reading, England, Lewis first became interested in music in his teens and played in several bands before he started experimenting with remixing tracks. Influenced by the introspective pop of Bon Iver and James Blake, as well as the club-ready hip-hop of artists like Common, Timbaland, and the Neptunes, Lewis began posting his own evocative, moody tracks online. He quickly built a loyal following, and eventually nabbed a residency DJ'ing at London's Chibuku Club.
In 2014, his remix of Jessie Ware's song "You & I (Forever)" caught the attention of Ware's label, PMR Records, who then signed him. A year later, he released his debut EP, Shivers. In 2016, Lewis delivered his sophomore EP, Yours, which included the track "Holding Back," featuring Gallant. Lewis' 2017 output consisted of the Toulouse-aided single "Times We Had" and the solo track "Smart Aleck Kill." He returned in January 2018 with "Aura," a bright yet low-key track featuring vocalist J Warner. The song appeared on the disco-influenced Dusk, which kicked off a trilogy of club-centric EPs slated to appear under the combined full-length album title of Dusk, Dark, Dawn. Meanwhile, he continued releasing singles including 2019's "Blue" and the Clairo collaboration "Throwaway." ~ Matt Collar
Flames
SG Lewis Lyrics
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I know you don't like it, mm
You're against the grain
That's how I like it, mm
First degree, you'll follow me
And I can't hide it, mm
You scorch the sky and tear it down
You light a match in me, mm
I'm going down in flames and you're feeding the fire
Each word you breathe
Call me insane, I'm in love with your games
Oh, I hear your name with the song of the fire
Where else would I be?
I'm letting it burn, burn, burn
Letting it burn, burn, burn
(Let it burn, burn, burn, burn)
(Let it burn, burn, burn)
Drew your shape in ash
I ain't held you, I'm all about you
I'm always coming back
Getting close to your heat
You lit a match in me
I'm going down in flames and you're feeding the fire
Each word you breathe
Call me insane, I'm in love with your games
Oh, I hear your name with the song of the fire
Where else would I be?
I'm letting it burn, burn, burn
Letting it burn, burn, burn
(Let it burn, burn, burn, burn)
(Let it burn, burn, burn)
(Let it burn, burn, burn, burn)
(Let it burn, burn, burn)
The lyrics to SG Lewis feat. Ruel's song Flames describe a passionate and intense kind of love that is all-consuming and irresistible. The first lines suggest that the object of the singer's affection may be hesitant or resistant to their advances but this only makes them more alluring. The use of the metaphor of "blowing smoke" suggests that there may be some kind of deception or untruth at play, but the singer is willing to overlook it because they are so attracted to this person.
As the chorus repeats, the singer becomes increasingly consumed by the fire that their lover has ignited within them. They are "going down in flames" but seem to revel in the experience, like a moth drawn to a flame. The line "call me insane, I'm in love with your games" suggests that this love is both exhilarating and unpredictable, with a touch of danger.
The imagery in the second verse is particularly vivid, with the idea of the lover drawing their shape in ash suggesting a kind of transience or impermanence, while the singer remains devoted and always returns to them. The repeated refrain of "let it burn, burn, burn" encapsulates the sense that this love is all-encompassing and unstoppable, even if it ultimately proves destructive.
Line by Line Meaning
Blow the smoke away
Push away the clouds of doubt
I know you don't like it, mm
I can tell you're not a fan
You're against the grain
You go against the norm
That's how I like it, mm
But I'm into it
First degree, you'll follow me
You're with me all the way
And I can't hide it, mm
I can't conceal my feelings
You scorch the sky and tear it down
You light up my world
You light a match in me, mm
You ignite my passion
I'm going down in flames and you're feeding the fire
I'm willing to take risks for you and you fuel the flames
Each word you breathe
Everything you say
Call me insane, I'm in love with your games
Maybe it's crazy, but I love the way you play
Oh, I hear your name with the song of the fire
I can hear your name in the heat of the moment
Where else would I be?
I wouldn't want to be anywhere else
I'm letting it burn, burn, burn
I'll let this passion continue to grow
Drew your shape in ash
Drew your outline using burnt embers
I ain't held you, I'm all about you
I haven't held you yet, but I'm fully committed to you
I'm always coming back
I can't stay away
Getting close to your heat
I'm getting closer to you
Letting it burn, burn, burn
Giving in to the fire
(Let it burn, burn, burn, burn)
(Let it burn, burn, burn)
(Let it burn, burn, burn, burn)
(Let it burn, burn, burn)
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Alexander Oriet, David Anthony Phelan, Samuel George Lewis, Sophie Frances Cooke
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Lyrics:
[Verse 1]
Blow the smoke away
I know you don't like it, mm
You're against the grain
That's how I like it, mm
First degree, you'll follow me
And I can't hide it, mm
You scorch the sky and tear it down
You lit a match in me, mm
[Chorus]
I'm going down in flames and you're feeding the fire
Each word you breathe
Call me insane, I'm in love with your games
Oh, I hear your name in the song of the fire
Where else would I be?
I'm letting it burn, burn, burn
Letting it burn, burn, burn
[Post-Chorus]
Burn, burn, burn, burn
Burn, burn, burn
[Verse 2]
Drew your shape in ash
I inhale you, I'm all about you
I'm always coming back
Getting close to your heat
You lit a match in me
[Chorus]
I'm going down in flames and you're feeding the fire
Each word you breathe
Call me insane, I'm in love with your games
Oh, I hear your name in the song of the fire
Where else would I be?
I'm letting it burn, burn, burn
Letting it burn, burn, burn
[Post-Chorus]
Burn, burn
Burn, burn, burn
Burn, burn, burn, burn
Burn, burn, burn
@sweetcreature7602
person who will marry Ruel will win the life totally
@lilybeanie
What about sg lewis?
@graciesmith9483
obviously me;)
@liya2487
@@graciesmith9483 1v1 me , the winner takes Ruel jk
@sofiyabondar2180
Let the Hunger Games BEGIN!!!
@liya2487
@@sofiyabondar2180 I'm ready, just waiting for them to warm up
@kodabawls
k but don't touch him like that again thanks
(edit: yucky i it was a joke a made a year ago pls.. i wanna delete but like it has so many likes so nah)
@velveteencherrytart6335
dakota emily THANK YOU like im so uncomfy
@kodabawls
@@velveteencherrytart6335 ikkk its like "please just get off him"
@nayyaraliska5152
Ikr