1. Sean Daley, Slug, Atmosphere:
Minneapolis, Minnesota isn`t exactly the ideal spot to try and maintain a career in hip hop, but somehow, Slug has managed to do just that. Slug has seen many overcast days on his way to underground hip hop stardom. After 20 years of rhyming, this rapologist has no problem tapping into his ether. He hasn't forgotten that a new MC is born every night, and to maintain his position as a Midwest heavyweight, he must be ready for the verbal fight club at any moment. Grazing through woeful pastures of intelligence with Slug is like having a conversation with Einstein and Shakespeare mixed with street corner linguistics.
2. Liam Gibbs:
A popular Psychedelic-Trance producer as well as co-founder and operator of South African label Nexus Media whose music usually takes a darker twist to mainstream full-on psy. His debut album "Lose Your Shell" was released in 2004, followed in 2005 by a collaborative project known as Pitch Hikers, featuring fellow South-African producer and friend Shift (Chris Hoy), which drew much applause within the psy community. 2006 saw a second solo Slug album, called "Elemental", with his most popular album to date "Hardwired" being released in 2008.
3. Slug (Los Angeles):
Los Angeles, California-based band Slug formed when the members met working at the radio station KXLU. Active in the mid-90's, Slug released three albums: Swingers (on their own Magnatone label), The Out Sound (PCP) & The Three Man Themes (PCP).
4. Slug (Chicago):
Slug is an up and coming Trance/Breakbeat producer from outside Chicago.
5. Slug (Shetland Isles):
Slug is a House DJ from the Shetland Isles, releasing many unofficial remix Cds and collaborating with many other Shetland DJ's
6. Slug (UK)
Slug is a singer-songwriter/guitarist from the UK and is best known for his acoustic work which is reminiscent of artists like Bright Eyes in it's beauty. Has released little work officially, but is very active on the live scene in the North Staffordshire area.
7. SLUG (Brazil)
Thrash-metal band, 17 years old and 5 recorded CDs. www.slug.com.br
8. SLUG (UK)
Sunderland musician Ian Black, aided and abetted by Field Music's Peter and David Brewis and Andrew Lowther. Thus far the track Cockeyed Rabbit Wrapped In Plastic has been released to radio and UK live dates announced.
The Ocean
SLuG Lyrics
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Tap tap tap lick the globe against the moon
For the next tune we'll let the camera zoom into the bedroom
The more she raises her voice, the less I really hear
The more she leaves the house, the less I spend on beer
All thoughts are clear,
Chain smoker box of ???
Got to shed this excess gear before we cross this bridge
We can get some land and make a plan
Woman and man
But your only twenty something are you ready to change?
You've accomplished plenty running
Are you tired? Are you hungry?
Up to no good, but down to try to hard
And to depart and sever the old ways of gauging the weather
And when they ask if you treat me right
I have to lie and yes if i'm to answer the question
Here I dance again in front of the mirror, solitair
Wondering where you are, what's the time, why am I losing all my hair?
If I could hook half as good as you looked
I'd trade in my head phones and my notebook
For all the time you took up to shine
Shook up my align-ment, hooked up to silence
Cause these footsteps is my steps
Sample: "Just Get out and don't come back again"
Slug: And don't come again
(2x)
[Verse 2 : Slug]
Ok enter mommy's little socia path
Hoping I have the sober cells left
To taste the smoke on her breathe
Chosen my steps
Prepare to pour a ear fill
Trying to drive her soul
Keep your hands on the steering wheel!
One at nine the other at three
Won't ever find another like she
I call it thief because she took it
Put the key in the hole and started upsetting cruise control
BAM! Hit a tree, my fault I wasn't looking
Distracted, but ain't no body acting surprised
Mapping out a plan to put me back in her eyes
She laid her hand on her thighs
Damn near went blind
And spread my wings to fly and clear my mind,
And usually i'm at top of the game
Atleast I used to be
This is new to me
I can't explain what you do to me,
Moving me, seducing me, inducing me, reducing me down
To figuer or not how I can go about improving me,
Soon we'll see
This whole world will see this
Superhero features
But girl is the weakness
Speaking of the mirror trying to gather my reflection,
Sold my sense of direction for some affection
Now i'm straining, striving, trying to see the ocean
I'm riding, driving, I'm trying to make it to the ocean
Lifting up every shell and holding it up to my ear
I'm trying to hear the ocean, I got to feel the ocean (2x)
[Verse 3: Slug]
Deep within I swim a river of lust,
Beginners luck
Rising tide inges the crust
Hunger, feed my need to free my seed
I cry, I bleed, I fly, I flee
I tried to be everything to each partner I find
But the bottom line is rain always starts in the mind
So I climb inside the rhyme
And riddle the growth of the stome
And sip and swallow the aura
Hit it closer to home
It's a quarter 'til two,
I'm still waiting anxious
Got to surface, the tools, the motivation to paint this,
don't know which colors to use, detail is not my game
So now I'm through differentiating heaven and pain
I'm just another straight cat trying to rest my tail
Prepared to go to war and scared to check the mail
She's a bird with crippled wings
Intrigued by the simple things (it's too simple, your too simple)
You could take the bone out the chicken
But you can't take my girls out to lunch without me thinking
Probably somethings up
If you can't take it with you then fuck it I ain't goin?
I?ll just sit here for now and dream about the ocean
Carouselic ???? contagious carnival of carnage,
Wearing a name tag that says artist
Holding the harness, controlling the motive
Floating the waves
Looking for that ocean
Now i'm straining, striving, trying to see the ocean
I'm riding, driving, I'm trying to make it to the ocean
Lifting up every shell and holding it up to my ear
I'm trying to hear the ocean, I got to feel the ocean (2x)
Sample: "Just Get out and don't come back again"
Slug: And don't come again
(6x)
The song "The Ocean" by SLuG is a reflection on a relationship that is struggling. The lyrics capture the singer's gradual loss of interest in his partner and his increasing insecurities about aging and his lack of direction in life. The chorus of the song repeated at intervals throughout the verses sees him yearning to see, hear and feel the ocean, metaphorically representing a desire for peace, clarity and a new beginning. The opening lines describe a tapping of the earth against the moon, which creates the next tune, hinting that a cycle of dissatisfaction is repeating itself. The singer suggests that the more his partner speaks up, the less he is able to hear - suggesting his selective listening has caused a lack of communication between the two. He also implies that she nags him and that his response is to drink more beer as a form of escapism. He acknowledges that he needs to change and shed the old ways of measuring his life's accomplishments. The second verse sees the singer driving with his partner and getting into an accident caused by his distraction with her. The incident challenges him to focus on what he truly wants in life, but he remains uncertain about his path forwards. The final verse sees the singer acknowledging his shortcomings in his relationship and his art. He recognizes that he has not yet found his way to the metaphorical ocean, but he has to keep striving and searching.
Line by Line Meaning
Tap tap tap lick the globe against the moon
Making some small and purposeless actions while observing the vastness and beauty of the universe.
For the next tune we'll let the camera zoom into the bedroom
Planning to move on to a new song and showcase a more intimate aspect of life.
The more she raises her voice, the less I really hear
Ongoing arguments are hindering communication and understanding.
The more she leaves the house, the less I spend on beer
Less alcohol consumption when the partner is not around.
All thoughts are clear, Chain smoker box of ???
Being in a clear frame of mind while indulging in an unhealthy habit.
Got to shed this excess gear before we cross this bridge
Need to let go of baggage before moving on to a new chapter.
If we make it to the opposite side of where we stand
Hoping to overcome challenges and reach a better situation.
We can get some land and make a plan, Woman and man
Thinking about a future with a partner, building something together.
But your only twenty something are you ready to change?
Asking if the partner is mature enough to commit and settle down.
You've accomplished plenty running
Recognizing the partner's achievements and independence.
Are you tired? Are you hungry? Up to no good, but down to try to hard
Asking about the partner's motivations, desires, and willingness to put effort into the relationship.
And to depart and sever the old ways of gauging the weather
Moving away from unreliable, superstitious methods to understand the world and one's life.
And when they ask if you treat me right, I have to lie and yes if i'm to answer the question
Feeling uncomfortable and dishonest when outsiders inquire about the quality of the relationship.
Here I dance again in front of the mirror, solitair, Wondering where you are, what's the time, why am I losing all my hair?
Feeling lonely and insecure while waiting for the partner, dealing with aging and changing appearance.
If I could hook half as good as you looked
Acknowledging the partner's attractiveness and wishing for similar social skills.
I'd trade in my head phones and my notebook
Being willing to give up hobbies and habits for the sake of the relationship.
For all the time you took up to shine, Shook up my align-ment, hooked up to silence
Giving credit to the partner for making positive changes and bringing internal peace.
Now i'm straining, striving, trying to see the ocean
Putting effort and focus into a metaphorical pursuit of something vast and meaningful.
Deep within I swim a river of lust, Beginners luck, Rising tide inges the crust, Hunger, feed my need to free my seed
Having intense desires and drives as a human being but struggling to control them.
But the bottom line is rain always starts in the mind
Recognizing that moods and emotions begin with one's own thoughts and perceptions.
She's a bird with crippled wings Intrigued by the simple things (it's too simple, your too simple)
Describing the partner as someone who is fascinated by basic pleasures but also underestimating her own complexity and potential.
Carouselic ???? contagious carnival of carnage, Wearing a name tag that says artist Holding the harness, controlling the motive Floating the waves Looking for that ocean
Using obscure and imaginative language to describe the rollercoaster of being an artist and trying to find one's true purpose.
Sample: "Just Get out and don't come back again" Slug: And don't come again (6x)
Repeating a harsh line from a sample, which symbolizes the frustration and finality of a failed relationship.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: PER ANDREASSON
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Joshua Boyd
Dope!!!!
JakeyBaby14
nice find.. thanks for the upload
stokelycalm
@irongiant20012001 this is the remix track to his original "the ocean" track produced by the opus...u can find it on his bandcamp page...google the opus of the opus bandcamp