Williams has published four books of poetry: "The Seventh Octave", "S/he", ",said the shotgun to the head." and "The Dead Emcee Scrolls"; and released six albums: Amethyst Rock Star, the self titled Saul Williams, The Inevitable Rise and Liberation Of Niggy Tardust, Volcanic Sunlight, MartyrLoserKing and most recently, Encrypted & Vulnerable.
WTF
Saul Williams Lyrics
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You can't think of me as you did in the beginning
By the time you hear this song you've gone wrong
Caught in the labyrinths of time in your mind
Unlearn, unwind but not to worry
There is no hurry, come unto me says she
You have been muted, computed
But I'm a living vessel of the one
Of the moon, of the sun
Hey, you ain't as dead as you seem what the fuck?
Hey, but you keep living your lies
Hey, your life's a bore but you dream
Bring yourself to be yourself tonight
I see evidence in how you hold your head
And I see evidence in how you say what's said
I see it in your eyes
That you've been hypnotized
You've been polluted, uprooted by time
You have been muted, computed
But I'm a living vessel of the one
Of the moon, of the sun
Hey, you ain't as dead as you seem what the fuck?
Hey, but you keep living your lies
Hey, your life's a bore but you dream
Bring yourself to be yourself tonight
Bring yourself to be yourself
Hey, you ain't as dead as you seem what the fuck?
Hey, but you keep living your lies
Hey, your life's a bore but you dream
Bring yourself to be yourself tonight
Bring yourself to be yourself
Bring yourself to be yourself
Bring yourself to be yourself
Bring yourself to be yourself
Bring yourself to be yourself
Bring yourself to be yourself
Bring yourself to be yourself
Bring yourself to be yourself
The lyrics to Saul Williams's song "WTF" are a layered commentary on the human experience and the effects of time on our lives. The first line, "I'm fighting every war at once and I'm winning," suggests a sense of endurance and perseverance in the face of adversity. The next line, "You can't think of me as you did in the beginning," suggests a change or evolution in the singer's identity or perspective.
The following lines seem to address the listener directly, urging them to unlearn and unwind from the constructs of time and society. The repetition of "Hey, you ain't as dead as you seem what the fuck?" suggests a stark contrast between who the listener is now and who they could be if they break free from their current constraints. The call to "Bring yourself to be yourself tonight" is a rallying cry to shed the false layers of identity and societal norms and embrace one's true self.
The repeated refrain of being "polluted, uprooted by time" and "muted, computed" speaks to the ways in which time and societal expectations can oppress and silence individuals. But the singer declares themselves to be a "living vessel of the one / Of the moon, of the sun," suggesting a connection to a higher power or universal truth that transcends time and societal norms. Overall, the lyrics of "WTF" urge listeners to break free from societal constraints and embrace their true selves.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm fighting every war at once and I'm winning
I am facing every battle that comes my way, and I am coming out on top.
You can't think of me as you did in the beginning
You cannot judge me the same way you did when we first met because I have evolved and grown.
By the time you hear this song you've gone wrong
By the time you listen to these lyrics, you may have lost your way in life.
Caught in the labyrinths of time in your mind
You may feel trapped in the past or the future, unable to escape the complexities of time in your thoughts.
Unlearn, unwind but not to worry
Relax and let go of what you think you know, but do not stress over the process.
There is no hurry, come unto me says she
Take your time and let your intuition guide you towards your true self.
You've been polluted, uprooted by time
Time has contaminated you and disrupted your sense of self.
You have been muted, computed
You have been silenced and reduced to a machine-like existence by societal norms.
But I'm a living vessel of the one
I am a living embodiment of the universe's energy and consciousness.
Of the moon, of the sun
I possess the power and wisdom of both the romantic and the passionate, the yin and the yang.
Hey, you ain't as dead as you seem what the fuck?
You may feel unfulfilled, but do not give up because there is still hope for you yet.
Hey, but you keep living your lies
You continue to deceive yourself by living a life that does not align with your true self.
Hey, your life's a bore but you dream
Your life may be dull, but you hold onto the hope of living a more fulfilling future.
Bring yourself to be yourself tonight
Let go of your inhibitions and be yourself fully in the present moment.
I see evidence in how you hold your head
I can discern clues about your state of mind based on how you carry yourself.
And I see evidence in how you say what's said
I can tell a lot about you from the way you choose to express yourself.
I see it in your eyes
Your eyes reveal your innermost thoughts and emotions to me.
That you've been hypnotized
You have been put under a spell of societal expectations that have influenced your thoughts and actions.
Bring yourself to be yourself
Allow yourself to be who you truly are, without fear or inhibition.
Bring yourself to be yourself
Be yourself without reservation or pretense.
Bring yourself to be yourself
Let go of societal expectations and be true to yourself in every moment.
Bring yourself to be yourself
Embrace your individuality and express yourself authentically.
Bring yourself to be yourself
Be genuine and true to yourself in every situation and circumstance.
Bring yourself to be yourself
Allow your true nature and personality to come forth and shine.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CHRIS DAVIS, TRENT REZNOR, SAUL WILLIAMS
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