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.
Waiting for VVVVVV
Souleye Lyrics
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For your greatness
You can have it right now
It's right there waiting for you
It's was only one night
Yet it felt like a whole life
Scars left to help remind us of the change
Scuba dive with the sharks
Realize the fear then release it
You can see the after glow
Pack your clothes it's time to go
On till the lights out
Anybody ever been ready
To be living in a world where
The veils are pulled away
Can I get another minute?
I really want to listen
And get to know what you have to say
It's so clear and it's calm
Right before it is gone
Why are you waiting
For your greatness
You can have it right now
It's right there waiting for you
Consider it done
I am the son
Of a numb American
Can you really get it?
If you wanna karma drama
I'm a be the man that I want to be
Not born be
Do you hear the difference
I'm stronger than I've ever been
No longer a loner
Now that I know ya
I'm older taken flight up
Right past cloud nine
Stairway to the gate way
What a night that that was
Blast off remove the ceiling
You get the notion
Soaking in no smoking mirrors
I've got you coming
And going
And in we go
Moving on up in to that
World that we all know as light
In "Waiting for VVVVVV," Souleye explores the theme of seizing the present moment and embracing one's own greatness. The song starts with a question, asking why the listener is waiting for their greatness when it is already within their reach. It emphasizes the idea that greatness is not something to be achieved in the future, but rather something that can be experienced and embraced in the present moment.
The lyrics then delve into the concept of transformation and growth, represented by the metaphor of scars left behind to remind us of the changes we've gone through. Souleye expresses the need to confront and overcome fear, symbolized by the act of diving with sharks and letting go of inhibitions. The afterglow mentioned refers to the clarity and calmness that follow facing one's fears and moving forward.
The song also touches on the idea of living in an authentic and transparent world, where the veils are pulled away. Souleye expresses his desire to listen and understand others, seeking deeper connections and meaningful conversations. He asserts his strength and growth, claiming to be stronger than ever and no longer a loner.
Overall, "Waiting for VVVVVV" is a motivational anthem urging listeners to embrace their own greatness, live in the present, confront fears, and forge authentic connections with others.
Line by Line Meaning
Why are you waiting
What is the reason for your hesitation?
For your greatness
For achieving your full potential and success
You can have it right now
It is within your reach at this very moment
It's right there waiting for you
It is readily available and waiting for you to seize it
It's was only one night
Although it was a short period of time
Yet it felt like a whole life
It had a profound impact and seemed longer than it actually was
Scars left to help remind us of the change
Visible marks left as reminders of personal growth and transformation
Scuba dive with the sharks
Engaging in risky situations or facing fears head-on
Couple hammer heads
Encountering intimidating challenges or obstacles
Realize the fear then release it
Recognize and confront fear, and let it go
You can see the after glow
You can witness the positive effects and results
Pack your clothes it's time to go
Prepare yourself to embark on a new journey or chapter
On till the lights out
Persisting and giving your best effort until the end
Anybody ever been ready
Has anyone truly been fully prepared
To be living in a world where
To exist in a reality where
The veils are pulled away
All illusions and hidden truths are revealed
Can I get another minute?
May I please have a moment more?
I really want to listen
I have a genuine desire to actively hear and understand
And get to know what you have to say
To become familiar with the thoughts and perspectives you want to share
It's so clear and it's calm
It is immensely evident and peaceful
Right before it is gone
Just before it disappears or fades away
Consider it done
Regard it as accomplished or fulfilled
I am the son
I am the offspring
Of a numb American
Born to an emotionally detached citizen of the United States
Can you really get it?
Are you truly able to comprehend or grasp it?
If you wanna karma drama
If you desire to create unnecessary negative consequences
I'm a be the man that I want to be
I will become the person I aspire to become
Not born be
Not predetermined or limited by birth circumstances
Do you hear the difference
Can you perceive the distinction or change?
I'm stronger than I've ever been
I possess more strength and resilience than before
No longer a loner
No more feeling alone or isolated
Now that I know ya
Now that I am acquainted with you
I'm older taken flight up
Having matured, I am now soaring upwards
Right past cloud nine
Beyond a state of extreme happiness or elation
Stairway to the gate way
Ascending towards the entrance or path to enlightenment
What a night that that was
What an extraordinary and memorable night it was
Blast off remove the ceiling
Launch off and break free from self-imposed limitations
You get the notion
You start to understand or realize the concept
Soaking in no smoking mirrors
Immersing oneself in authenticity without any illusions or deceptions
I've got you coming
I have your attention and interest
And going
And departing or leaving
And in we go
And together we proceed
Moving on up in to that
Progressing towards that
World that we all know as light
Realm or reality characterized by wisdom and illumination
Lyrics © DistroKid, SIMPLIFY RECORDINGS
Written by: MARIO JOHN TREADWAY, STEPHAN JACOB SEBAG
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Noxedwin Tepes
If I could be somebody else,
I would be Terry Cavanagh!
Making the games like Don't Look and VVVVVV
and everyone play them in awe.
The awesomeness of graphics isn't really it.
No, the gameplay and story is what makes it fit.
And everyone is playing in the evil, evil rooms.
But no-one ever sadface or glooms.
Or do dey?
(grit teeth) Yeah, Terry is a monster. I think we all know that.
The levels that he did makes you wanna call him twat!
And making Things the Hard Way, I really don't like that!
The joke's on me, it's silly, I'm feeling like a prat.
Anyway, the thing is fun, I think you all agree,
that if you're waiting for something good, you are waiting for VVVVVV!
Noxedwin Tepes
If I could be somebody else,
I would be Terry Cavanagh!
Making the games like Don't Look and VVVVVV
and everyone play them in awe.
The awesomeness of graphics isn't really it.
No, the gameplay and story is what makes it fit.
And everyone is playing in the evil, evil rooms.
But no-one ever sadface or glooms.
Or do dey?
(grit teeth) Yeah, Terry is a monster. I think we all know that.
The levels that he did makes you wanna call him twat!
And making Things the Hard Way, I really don't like that!
The joke's on me, it's silly, I'm feeling like a prat.
Anyway, the thing is fun, I think you all agree,
that if you're waiting for something good, you are waiting for VVVVVV!
gbilo24
Thank you!
Unspecified Multicellular Organism
Noxedwin Tepes
You just gave me VVVVVVietnam flashbacks
Noxedwin Tepes
+ZombifiedDuder
Possibly. But there is a gauntlet called 'Doing Things the Hard Way' (named after the room you start in; also called 'Veni, Vidi, Vici', named for the sequence of rooms involved afterwards), which is infamous for being, well, hard.
This way sounds like it would make more sense, at least to me. I think I hear a "s" sound before "the hard way".
But I mean, that's just what I deduced. I'm not bothered enough to look up actual lyrics to a joke song.
ZombifiedDuder
I always thought it was "and makes me think the hard way, I really don't like that!"
I could be wrong, though.
When it's the
Thanks
Davi SDF
I kinda miss this game, yes, i can buy it easily in steam, but i miss the times VVVVVV was kinda popular, it never was as much as minecraft or fortnite, but i think it really deserves some more love, it's a very cute (and hard) game, that conquered my heart with the retro style, the simple story and the awesome soundtrack.
I hope you have a good day, i don't know who you are, but let's not forget this game!
Sir KDuck
I played VVVVVV a couple of months ago and I don't think it was really that hard, but maybe thats because i play alot of 2d platformers
Tommy Hoffmann
Quote from the readme that comes with the soundtrack:
"The bonus song "Waiting for VVVVVV" (loosely based on Stephen Lynch's "super hero") is a joke between me, Deceased Crab, and Terry Cavanagh. It's not featured in the game in any way (doesn't even start with P, to indicate this), but I thought it'd be fun to include anyway. It's me singing with my guitalele into a cheap noisy microphone, and is totally unprocessed except for normalization. I don't claim to be a great singer or a good gitaleleist, but if the song puts a smile on your face then my goal was accomplished! :)"
Zejoant
i love the song its amazing =)