Summertime
Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World Lyrics
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God came through, now whatchu gon do
All praises due, all praise due
'Cause God came through, yea He came through
Top of the morning (mourning), I buried my past
Picture me rolling, my foot on the gas
Pause for a photo, not wearing a mask
Living my best life, glad that you asked
Enough so I can fly Air Drake on my rap tour (Raptor)
Wait just a second, I'm sounding so vain
Gotta stay grounded, forget bout the plane
Also the gluten, I go against the grain
Lord I don't wanna be Citizen Kane
See how my pride go before the fall
Think that I better call king Saul
No I'm not perfect like not at all
That's why I'm here at the wailing wall
Back in the city I got me an answer I'm praising His name like, yea, yea
Houston be having a problem whenever we rock it (rocket) like, yea, yea
Back in the city I got me an answer I'm praising His name like, yea, yea
Houston be having a problem whenever we rock it (rocket) like, yea, yea
God came through, now whatchu gon do
God came through, now whatchu gon do
All praises due, all praise due
'Cause God came through, yea He came through
I don't want pots in the kitchen, I'm cooking
Quarantine summer, ain't nobody booking
Really been out here, stop overlooking
Came with the verse and we go put the hook in, ugh
How can I pause what I'm doing when I wasn't born to fallen like autumn (Adam), ugh
Think what you want, but I came from the top, why would I stay at the bottom?
Kill off my character, bury the lead
All I was doing was taking a knee
Got my ami (Miami) and He up in the heat (Heat)
The same one you went and you lynched on a tree
This ain't the end of the story, a sequel is coming for all of the one's that be tuned
Paint up the town in a red that you like
I'm just saying I don't want to see you marooned
Back in the city I got me an answer I'm praising His name like, yea, yea
Houston be having a problem whenever we rock it (rocket) like, yea, yea
Back in the city I got me an answer I'm praising His name like, yea, yea
Houston be having a problem whenever we rock it (rocket) like, yea, yea
God came through, now whatchu gon do
God came through, now whatchu gon do
All praises due, all praise due
'Cause God came through, yea He came through
The lyrics of "Summertime" in Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World convey a sense of gratitude and celebration for the blessings that God has bestowed. The repetition of "God came through, now whatchu gon do" highlights the realization that God has intervened and provided, prompting the question of how one should respond. The lyrics express a sense of joy and thankfulness, acknowledging that all praises are due to God.
The song reflects on personal growth and overcoming past struggles. The line "Top of the morning (mourning), I buried my past" suggests a departure from past difficulties and embracing a new beginning. The lyrics also touch on themes of ambition and perseverance, with lines like "I ain't quitting till I make a mill or (Miller) more" and "Gotta stay grounded, forget bout the plane." The song encourages maintaining humility and integrity, as seen in the lines "Lord I don't wanna be Citizen Kane" and "See how my pride go before the fall."
The second half of the lyrics shift focus to social issues and a call for unity and justice. References to Houston and Miami highlight these issues, suggesting that problems arise when societal structures or attitudes suppress individuals or communities. The lyrics assert the need to speak out against injustice, as expressed in the lines "The same one you went and you lynched on a tree" and "I'm just saying I don't want to see you marooned."
Overall, "Summertime" resonates as a testament of gratitude, personal growth, and a call for justice and unity in society.
Line by Line Meaning
God came through, now whatchu gon do
The presence of God has manifested, what actions will you take in response to this?
All praises due, all praise due
We should give all the credit and recognition to God for what He has done
'Cause God came through, yea He came through
This emphasizes that God has indeed fulfilled His promises and intervened
Top of the morning (mourning), I buried my past
I have risen above my past struggles and have left them behind
Picture me rolling, my foot on the gas
Imagine me confidently moving forward with great energy and momentum
Pause for a photo, not wearing a mask
Taking a moment to capture real authenticity and vulnerability, without pretending to be someone else
Living my best life, glad that you asked
I am truly enjoying and embracing the best version of myself, thank you for acknowledging it
I ain't quitting (Quentin), till I make a mill or (Miller) more
I won't give up until I achieve significant success and financial abundance
Enough so I can fly Air Drake on my rap tour (Raptor)
I desire to attain enough wealth to afford luxurious experiences, like touring in a private plane
Wait just a second, I'm sounding so vain
Hold on for a moment, I realize I may be coming across as conceited
Gotta stay grounded, forget bout the plane
I need to remain humble and focused, putting aside thoughts of materialistic pursuits
Also the gluten, I go against the grain
Not only do I challenge conventional expectations, but I also reject societal norms and limitations
Lord I don't wanna be Citizen Kane
I don't desire to become consumed by wealth and power, losing my true purpose in life
See how my pride go before the fall
I recognize how my arrogance can lead to my own downfall
Think that I better call king Saul
I should seek guidance and counsel from wise individuals, like King Saul in biblical stories
No I'm not perfect like not at all
I acknowledge that I have flaws and imperfections, just like everyone else
That's why I'm here at the wailing wall
Because of my shortcomings, I find myself seeking solace and support at a symbolic location of prayer and reflection
Back in the city I got me an answer I'm praising His name like, yea, yea
After returning to the city, I have found a solution or revelation, and I am expressing my gratitude and adoration to God
Houston be having a problem whenever we rock it (rocket) like, yea, yea
Whenever we bring our energy and talents to Houston, we create a stir or excitement, just like a rocket taking off
I don't want pots in the kitchen, I'm cooking
I don't want to be passive or limited, I want to take charge and create something extraordinary
Quarantine summer, ain't nobody booking
During this period of isolation and restrictions, there are no opportunities or events to participate in
Really been out here, stop overlooking
I have truly been active and present, and it's time for others to recognize and appreciate it
Came with the verse and we go put the hook in, ugh
I arrived with powerful words and now we will insert a catchy chorus or section to make it even more impactful
How can I pause what I'm doing when I wasn't born to fallen like autumn (Adam), ugh
I shouldn't halt my progress or ambitions because I was not destined to repeat the mistakes of our first ancestors (Adam and Eve)
Think what you want, but I came from the top, why would I stay at the bottom?
Opinions may vary, but I originated from a position of advantage or privilege, so why should I settle for mediocrity?
Kill off my character, bury the lead
I am eliminating any negative aspects of my personality or reputation, putting them to rest
All I was doing was taking a knee
I was merely expressing my protest or respect by kneeling, not causing harm or disruption
Got my ami (Miami) and He up in the heat (Heat)
I have my friends in Miami, and together we are operating under intense pressure and competition
The same one you went and you lynched on a tree
Referring to Jesus Christ, who was unjustly crucified, highlighting the hypocrisy and violence of those who persecuted him
This ain't the end of the story, a sequel is coming for all of the one's that be tuned
The narrative continues beyond this point, and there will be a follow-up or next chapter for all those who are paying attention
Paint up the town in a red that you like
Let's bring vibrant and exciting changes to our community, in a way that resonates with your preferences
I'm just saying I don't want to see you marooned
I am expressing a desire for your well-being, hoping that you do not feel isolated or stranded
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Timothy Ndongndeh, Zaire Sealy
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@crappybucket
I peeled off my face, I tore up my room
I read my own rights and I filled them with glue
I turned the commercial into a creepshow
I peeped at the gods with their bodies all day-glo
It's summertime
And it's that time
To strut and strum
I'm gonna strut strut strut
I'm gonna
I'm combing my braids, I'm sneezing my brain
Drinking shampoo and I'm tasting my grave
I'm wearing myself inside out
And I'm wearing my welcome inside out
It's summertime
And it's that time
To strut my stuff
Woo
People getting touchy when I touch my thighs
And take a vacation under friendly skies
With my peacock heart, I want to grunt and groan
Cut and paste all I've ever known
It's summertime
And it's that time
To strut and strum
I'm gonna strut my stuff
Oh oh oh oh oh
With my peacock hands and my tangerine skulls
And my grizzly bear face and my voice from Target
Summertime
Gonna strut my stuff
I'm gonna strut strut
Going backwards in time
With my questionable eyes
And I'm drinking my grave
And I stood on my face
@aprilblenk
If they were a real band I'd pay to see them live
@Salocinist
Yeah. I know they're supposed to be kind of trashy but Threshold is so freaking catchy
@janeshapiro2395
aprilblenk well all the music for Sex Bob Omb was written by Beck so that might have something to do with it
@hollowman7168
aprilblenk yeah there waay better live
@Alto_C
You should see them live they're much better live
@Alto_C
@rocket grunt well thats the thing the fictional ones are just better
@thewhatness
I love how Sex Bob-omb lyrics are the perfect cross section of nonsensical and catchy as hell.
@IronDBZ
That's literally Beck's appeal
@surike
Nirvana
@notlineeydupppz43
its beck. what did you expect