His debut album, Gang Signs & Prayer, was released on 24 February 2017, and was the first grime album to reach number one on the UK Albums Chart and won British Album of the Year at the 2018 Brit Awards. In 2019, Stormzy achieved his first UK number-one single with "Vossi Bop" and his headline appearance at the 2019 Glastonbury Festival was widely praised; he wore a Union Jack stab vest designed by Banksy, in light of the rise in knife crime in London. His second album, Heavy Is the Head, was released on 13 December 2019. On 22 September 2022, Stormzy released the single "Mel Made Me Do It" accompanied by an 11-minute music video featuring popular artists, actors and sports figures such as Usain Bolt and Josรฉ Mourinho. He returned to social media on 12 October 2022 to announce his third album This Is What I Mean, which was recorded on Osea Island in England. It was released on 25 November 2022. The first single to be released was titled "Hide & Seek" on 14 October 2022.
Michael Ebenezer Kwadjo Omari Owuo Jr. was born on 26 July 1993 in Croydon, London. His mother is Ghanaian, his father was a taxi driver and he is a cousin of rapper Nadia Rose. He grew up in South Norwood, London, with his mother, brother, and two sisters. Stormzy did not come from a particularly musical household, although he liked music. He attended Stanley Tech South Norwood. He began rapping at the age of 11 and would clash with older rappers at his local youth club.
Need You
Stormzy Lyrics
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No doubt and I suppose
I need your lovin', all physical
Oh, why do I get it wrong?
I fall for you, I can't help
Fallin' for you wasn't part of my plan
You couldn't understand, no
I call your phone, I hang up
(Oh, baby, oh, baby)
I can't explain it, I don't mean to roll your dice
Out of sight, not out of mind
I can't resist, couldn't find a perfect six
Girl, you make it hard to hide
Hide, that I need you, baby
(Hide, that I need you, baby)
Hide, that I need you, baby
I heard the news about the guy you're datin'
You see my new girl, she's firebabeing
You don't care much and I ain't hatin'
You said you need time, but I ain't waitin'
The ball's in your court, aight, I fall short
Said we'd be friends, it's all talk
I know all your flaws, I know your four walls
You know my-, mm-mm, 'cause girl, it's all yours
I'm bein' silly, but you know that I had you for life
I get you any bag you like, come on, it's light
Hopin' that you're bumpin' into me when you're plannin' your night
I'm just glad you're alright
Mad how I move when you chat to me rude
When we shoutin' on the phone, I come back, sendin' food
But the catch twenty-two is that I'm a catch too
You could never be my opp, but if I ever catch you, then it's-
I can't explain it, I don't mean to roll your dice
Out of sight, not out of mind (out of sight, not out of mind)
I can't resist, couldn't find a perfect six
Girl, you make it hard to hide
Hide, that I need you, baby
(Hide, that I need you)
Hide, that I need you, baby (hide, that I need you)
(I need you, babe)
The song "Need You" by Stormzy is about the singer's desire for the physical and emotional attention of a person he is falling for. He is struggling with his feelings for this person and is confused by his own emotions. He opens the song by saying that he needs this person physically and then goes on to express how he falls for them despite his own plans. He struggles to understand why he gets it wrong, but he continues to fall for this person.
The second verse shifts to the other person, where the singer hears about the guy they are dating and talks about his new girlfriend. Despite this, he cannot help but want to be with this person, and he confesses to knowing all their flaws and their four walls. He admits to hoping to bump into this person and shows that he will always be there for them.
The chorus repeats the message of the song, that the singer cannot resist this person and how hard it is to hide his feelings. He wants to hide that he needs this person but cannot seem to do so.
Overall, the song expresses the internal struggle and desire of the singer due to his emotions towards this person.
Line by Line Meaning
Visible
I am here and present.
No doubt and I suppose
For sure and tentatively at the same time.
I need your lovin', all physical
I desire your physical presence and affection.
Oh, why do I get it wrong?
I am struggling with understanding how to build and resume a relationship with you.
I fall for you, I can't help
I have developed an emotional attachment for you that is beyond my control.
Fallin' for you wasn't part of my plan
I did not expect to develop feelings for you.
You couldn't understand, no
You cannot comprehend the depth of my feelings for you.
I call your phone, I hang up
I am struggling to talk to you and express my feelings.
(Oh, baby, oh, baby)
An expression of endearment.
I can't explain it, I don't mean to roll your dice
I cannot articulate my emotions or intentions, and I am not trying to manipulate you.
Out of sight, not out of mind
Though we are not physically together, you are still on my mind.
I can't resist, couldn't find a perfect six
I cannot resist your charms, even though you are not perfect.
Girl, you make it hard to hide
You make it impossible to conceal my feelings for you.
Hide, that I need you, baby
I am trying to keep my feelings for you a secret.
(Hide, that I need you, baby)
I am trying not to reveal how much I need you.
I heard the news about the guy you're datin'
I am aware you are in a relationship with someone else.
You see my new girl, she's firebabeing
I am trying to make you jealous with my new girlfriend.
You don't care much and I ain't hatin'
I do not blame you for not showing interest in me anymore.
You said you need time, but I ain't waitin'
Even though you asked for time, I am not willing to wait around for you.
The ball's in your court, aight, I falls short
You have the power in this situation, and I am not in control.
Said we'd be friends, it's all talk
Our talk of remaining friends is insincere.
I know all your flaws, I know your four walls
I am familiar with all your faults and intimate details of your personal space.
You know my-, mm-mm, 'cause girl, it's all yours
You know my history because I am open to you and willing to commit to you.
I'm bein' silly, but you know that I had you for life
I might be foolish, but I believed you were my future forever.
I get you any bag you like, come on, it's light
I can get you any material possession you wish for, and it won't be a burden to me.
Hopin' that you're bumpin' into me when you're plannin' your night
I am hoping we can coincidentally meet when you are making plans.
I'm just glad you're alright
I am happy you are doing well, even though we might not be close anymore.
Mad how I move when you chat to me rude
I sometimes overreact when you are mean or short with me.
When we shoutin' on the phone, I come back, sendin' food
When we argue on the phone, I respond by buying or preparing food to make it up to you.
But the catch twenty-two is that I'm a catch too
The irony is that I am an excellent partner as well.
You could never be my opp, but if I ever catch you, then it's-
You could never be my enemy, but if you betray me, then it's over.
Hide, that I need you, baby
I am still trying to hide my feelings for you.
(Hide, that I need you)
I am still trying to conceal how much I need you.
Hide, that I need you, baby (hide, that I need you)
I am still trying to keep my need for you a secret.
(I need you, babe)
Even after everything, I still need you.
Lyrics ยฉ Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Dion Creswell Wardle, Julian Nicco-Annan, Michael Chigozie Alagwu, Michael Ebenazer Kwadjo Omari Owuo Junior, Richard Isong Olowaranti Mbuk Isong, Simon Tendai Senyange
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@amARI589
Imagine a whole Stormzy album with this vibe, featuring a bag of artists. Im hear for it.๐๐ฟ๐๐ฟ๐๐ฟ
@E.P.7131
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Youโre both cooking continue.๐๐พ๐๐พ I am hear for it.
@jd32k
yes
@afrobabetj
Yes!!!
@empirestudiozm7164
this is in a album
@ReformedAngel
This guy is an inspiration for people of all ages lyrically and physically. He does so much for kids that have nothing but a rubbish upbringing. More rappers should take note and follow suit! ๐ฏ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ
@ApoloTheKinyelaMusic
Here You go ๐๐พ https://youtu.be/ycvljo4Cijg
@danielletemple4364
Gu shag him then ๐๐ dick lips
@katewilcox176
He is the best. Beautiful inside and out.