1. Los… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two artists who go by the alias 'Souleye'.
1. Los Angeles based Hip Hop artist. Souleye has been touted as “hip hop’s medicine man,” “America’s new leading edge voice,” and “a modern day hip hop warrior.”
2. Swedish video game music composer Magnus Pålsson . He is known for composing chiptune-like soundtracks for games such as VVVVVV and Garden Gnome Carnage.
Paying Dues
Souleye Lyrics
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Everything in my life, every answer /
I heard there calling us back / "when"
I heard them laughing /
Adding up the lump sum living in a kingdom /
Watching my kid grow slowly as I dance /
In the twilight of night with my wife by my right /
What a righteous feeling time for the healing /
I'm thinking of the whole world spinning around /
Counter clockwise lives /
Watch out for the rip curl we keep faith in this hard world /
You got a vision, set a goal you have to keep on going /
Stick to a plan, find routine now that path is chosen /
Throughout our lives where going to climb /
Until we finally make it/ 2x
Keep climbing I guess that's what they said /
It's up hill for the rest of our lives /
Since we left our beds / Walking up to the stairs /
Ready to face this / stare at the infinite light in the spaces /
In-between here and now / The holy circuit /
See them smirking five dollars at the circus /
We all bounded by blood in our bones /
Have a vision in our hearts some write them in poems /
You got a vision, set a goal you have to keep on going /
Stick to a plan, find routine now that path is chosen /
Throughout our lives where going to climb /
Until we finally make it/ 2x
Who did the choosing depends on who's shoes you're in /
We're on the ride of our life, so let's begin /
As the revolution comes to an end /
We feel the change /
And all those times we've spent with our friends /
They tend to blend / In a mixing pot of such and such /
Who said it wasn't what it was I know you saw it /
We all alive in this concrete forest /
So many different people don't be upset /
If I forget your name its bigger then that anyway /
I'm talking Gigantic and you and I are only one /
Little huge tiny piece to the whole meaning /
You got a vision, set a goal you have to keep on going /
Stick to a plan, find routine now that path is chosen /
Throughout our lives where going to climb /
Until we finally make it/ 2x
The song Paying Dues by Souleye expresses gratitude for everything he has, acknowledging that he has been given all the answers in his life. He references a call to return to something, perhaps a higher purpose, while also noting the laughter of those who may not understand his mission. Souleye reflects on the blessings in his life, including watching his child grow and dancing with his wife. The concept of time for healing is also explored in the lyrics. Souleye then shifts to encouraging his audience to continue pursuing their visions and goals, emphasizing the need for routine and determination on the path towards success. He acknowledges that everyone has their own journey, with different experiences and perspectives, but ultimately we are all connected and part of a bigger meaning.
Line by Line Meaning
Thank you for giving me all that I have /
Expressing gratitude for everything in life and every answer received.
Everything in my life, every answer /
Acknowledging the abundance of blessings in life, including access to answers.
I heard there calling us back / "when"
Hearing the call to return to something that was left behind.
I heard them laughing /
Noticing others' amusement, possibly at one's expense.
Adding up the lump sum living in a kingdom /
Calculating the expenses of living in a wealthy, privileged world.
Watching my kid grow slowly as I dance /
Observing a child's gradual development while also enjoying the present moment.
In the twilight of night with my wife by my right /
Experiencing a fulfilling sense of partnership and affection with a spouse.
What a righteous feeling time for the healing /
Feeling moral vindication and a need for emotional recovery.
And as I write this down /
Describing the act of writing down one's thoughts and feelings.
I'm thinking of the whole world spinning around /
Contemplating the enormity and complexity of the world.
Counter clockwise lives /
Taking note of lives that go against the norm or societal expectations.
Watch out for the rip curl we keep faith in this hard world /
Being cautious and maintaining hope despite living in a challenging world.
You got a vision, set a goal you have to keep on going /
Recognizing the importance of having a vision and tirelessly pursuing it.
Stick to a plan, find routine now that path is chosen /
Stressing the need to commit to a plan and develop a consistent routine to achieve success.
Throughout our lives where going to climb /
Acknowledging the lifelong pursuit of growth and progress.
Until we finally make it/ 2x
Believing in eventual success through perseverance.
Keep climbing I guess that's what they said /
Recalling advice to persist despite the uphill battle of life.
It's up hill for the rest of our lives /
Acknowledging the ongoing difficulties of life.
Since we left our beds / Walking up to the stairs /
Metaphorically describing the journey of life as a climb up a staircase.
Ready to face this / stare at the infinite light in the spaces /
Readying oneself to confront the unknown and explore the mysteries of life.
In-between here and now / The holy circuit /
Describing the connection between past and present, and the spiritual nature of existence.
See them smirking five dollars at the circus /
Observing people's amusement at things that may not hold significance in the larger scheme of things.
We all bounded by blood in our bones /
Emphasizing the shared humanity in every individual.
Have a vision in our hearts some write them in poems /
Acknowledging the universal human desire for purpose and meaning in life, and the various ways people express this desire.
Who did the choosing depends on who's shoes you're in /
Acknowledging the role of perspective and context in shaping one's experiences and understanding of life.
We're on the ride of our life, so let's begin /
Embracing the journey of life and the opportunities that it brings.
As the revolution comes to an end / We feel the change /
Acknowledging changes in society and the impact they have on individuals.
And all those times we've spent with our friends / They tend to blend /
Noting that memories become conflated over time, but still hold significance.
In a mixing pot of such and such / Who said it wasn't what it was I know you saw it /
Commenting on the melting pot of experiences that make up one's life, and the truth of those experiences being undeniable.
We all alive in this concrete forest /
Reflecting on the collective experience of life in a modern, impersonal society.
So many different people don't be upset / If I forget your name its bigger then that anyway /
Noting that individual identities may fade away in the grand scheme of things, and focusing on the bigger picture.
I'm talking Gigantic and you and I are only one / Little huge tiny piece to the whole meaning /
Acknowledging the vastness and complexity of the universe, and the relative smallness of individual lives.
Contributed by Tristan E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.