Meltdown
Stroma Feat. Lorde Pusha T Q-Tip & HAIM Lyrics
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Life is like a costume party
Just cover the floors in Cavalli
Let's hide the hurt in a molly
We're all tryna be somebody else
You can't hide your tears in wealth
When your heart knows you hate yourself
Just the way that the card's been dealt
Cover up all that is passed
Drop an olive in your glass
Putting on a disguise
It's an ocular vice
Everyone on the run
Fifty feet all on the gas
Take him out, take him out
Gonna take him out
We're the only theory they can't prove
And we don't have anything to lose
In my eyes, in my ears, bring might
Love is only figured once in life
Tell the crowd, search the town
Can we make it out right now
It's a full meltdown
Try to break her spirit so it shouldn't be surprisin'
We're here with no fear and gave her uprising
Gonna blend in with the bullies and the bureaucrats
Arrows pierce like lightning, choppers sound like thunder clap
Never will you stand, we gon' lay you down
Dominant and dapper kids comin' in to take the town
Try to restrain us, even though you trained us
We're better than you are, now we're gonna make you feed us
Cover up all that is passed
Drop an olive in your glass
Putting on a disguise
It's an ocular vice
Everyone on the run
Fifty feet all on the gas
Take him out, take him out
Gonna take him out
We're all lookin' for status
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Can't pretend we're not plastic
When these poker faces take practice
Who to trust? Who to love?
Who to run from? Who to hug?
Set fire to a government of thugs
Respect only comes from the money or your blood
We're out of sight, shadows of light
They're closing in and I know where we're goin'
But I don't know who I'll be
In my eyes, in my ears, bring might
Love is only figured once in life
Tell the crowd, search the town
Can we make it out right now
It's a full meltdown
(I can hear, and see a ghost)
Was it meant to be?
(In my mind, I know)
'Cause I can't see
(And if you keep acting up)
I can't see
(I'm your undertow)
The lyrics in Stroma Feat. Lorde Pusha T Q-Tip & HAIM's song Meltdown convey a sense of desperation, confusion, and rebellion in the face of an oppressive world where people are forced to wear masks and hide their true selves. The opening lines suggest that life is like a "costume party" where people pretend to be someone they're not, and the way to hide the pain of this facade is with drugs like "molly." However, the people in this song know that they can't escape the pain forever. The lyrics hint at feelings of self-hatred and a sense of helplessness in the face of an unfair system, where the cards are already dealt against them.
The song shifts to a narrative about a revolt or an uprising against the powers that be. The lines "Try to break her spirit so it shouldn't be surprisin' / We're here with no fear and gave her uprising" convey a sense of solidarity among the oppressed, and a spirit of resistance against the bullies and bureaucrats who have tried to control them. The chorus emphasizes the importance of living in the moment and trying to make something happen right now, even if it leads to a "meltdown." The repetition of the phrase "take him out" at the end of each verse suggests a sense of aggression and a desire to take down those who have oppressed them.
Overall, the lyrics in "Meltdown" paint a picture of a world in crisis, where people are struggling to find their true identity, and have to fight against the powers that be to create a better future for themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Life is like a costume party
Life is a temporary and fictional experience where people put on masks and assume different roles
Just cover the floors in Cavalli
Put on a lavish and pretentious display
Let's hide the hurt in a molly
Numbs the pain and sorrow with a drug
We're all tryna be somebody else
Everyone tries to emulate and impersonate someone else
You can't hide your tears in wealth
No amount of money can conceal emotional pain
When your heart knows you hate yourself
Even if you have everything, it's useless if you still hate yourself
It's all pain we felt
Life is full of hardships and challenges
Just the way that the card's been dealt
Life isn't fair, it's just a matter of luck
Cover up all that is passed
Conceal all the things you regret or that haunt you
Drop an olive in your glass
Indulge in luxury even though you might be drowning in regret
Putting on a disguise
Wearing a mask or pretending to be someone else
It's an ocular vice
A bad habit of deceiving oneself or others
Everyone on the run
Everyone is in a hurry and running away from something
Fifty feet all on the gas
Driving recklessly with intense speed
Take him out, take him out
Eliminating the competition
We're the only theory they can't prove
We're an enigma or a mystery they can't understand or control
And we don't have anything to lose
We're willing to take risks since we have nothing to lose
In my eyes, in my ears, bring might
Empower me with your positive energy and influence
Love is only figured once in life
Love is a unique and rare experience in one's lifetime
Tell the crowd, search the town
Spread the word and look for help or resources
Can we make it out right now
Can we leave this situation and move on to something better
It's a full meltdown
A total and chaotic breakdown
Try to break her spirit so it shouldn't be surprisin'
If you try to demoralize and defeat someone, you shouldn't be surprised if they resist or retaliate
We're here with no fear and gave her uprising
We're brave and rebellious, and we're not afraid to fight back
Gonna blend in with the bullies and the bureaucrats
We'll try to fit in and use the same tactics as those in power to achieve our goals
Arrows pierce like lightning, choppers sound like thunder clap
We'll use swift, powerful, and ruthless means to strike back
Never will you stand, we gon' lay you down
We'll defeat and humiliate our enemies
Dominant and dapper kids comin' in to take the town
We're cool, confident, and ready to take control
Try to restrain us, even though you trained us
Even though you taught us, we'll still resist your control and influence
We're better than you are, now we're gonna make you feed us
We're superior to you, and now we'll take what's rightfully ours
We're all lookin' for status
Everyone is seeking a higher social standing or reputation
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We're accepting free luxury items or favors to gain status
Can't pretend we're not plastic
We can't deny being superficial, insincere, or phony, to some degree
When these poker faces take practice
We're perfecting our ability to hide our true emotions or motives
Who to trust? Who to love?
We're struggling to find authentic and trustworthy relationships
Who to run from? Who to hug?
We're unsure who deserves our loyalty and who to avoid
Set fire to a government of thugs
Overthrow or destroy an oppressive or corrupt government
Respect only comes from the money or your blood
In our society, respect is only earned through wealth or family background
We're out of sight, shadows of light
We're hidden and mysterious but still shine with potential or power
They're closing in and I know where we're goin'
We know where we're heading, but we're constantly under threat
But I don't know who I'll be
Uncertain of our future identity or what we'll become
Was it meant to be?
Is our fate predetermined, or do we have free will?
'Cause I can't see
We're blind to the future or the outcome of our actions
And if you keep acting up
If you continue to misbehave or rebel
I can't see
I won't have any control or knowledge of the consequences
I'm your undertow
I'm your unseen or underlying force, pulling you in a certain direction
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALANA HAIM, DANIELLE HAIM, ELLA MARIJA LANI YELICH-O'CONNOR, ESTE HAIM, JOEL LITTLE, KAMAL IBN JOHN FAREED, PAUL VAN HAVER, TERRENCE THORNTON
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"Meltdown" by Stromae vs. Lorde featuring Pusha T. + Q.-Tip & HAIM.
Lorde meet King Push
Life is like a costume party
Just cover the floors in Cavalli
Let's hide the hurt in a molly
We're all tryna be somebody else
You can't hide your tears in wealth
When your heart knows you hate yourself
It's all pain we felt
Just the way that the card's been dealt
Cover up all that is passed
Drop an olive in your glass
Putting on a disguise
It's an ocular vice
Everyone on the run
Fifty feet all on the gas
Take him out, take him out
Gonna take him out
We're the only theory they can't prove
And we don't have anything to lose
In my eyes, in my ears, bring might
Love is only figured once in life
Tell the crowd, search the town
Can we make it out right now
It's a full meltdown
Try to break her spirit so it shouldn't be surprisin'
We're here with no fear and gave her uprising
Gonna blend in with the bullies and the bureaucrats
Arrows pierce like lightning, choppers sound like thunder clap
Never will you stand, we gon' lay you down
Dominant and dapper kids comin' in to take the town
Try to restrain us, even though you trained us
We're better than you are, now we're gonna make you feed us
Cover up all that is passed
Drop an olive in your glass
Putting on a disguise
It's an ocular vice
Everyone on the run
Fifty feet all on the gas
Take him out, take him out
Gonna take him out
We're all lookin' for status
Cristal sent over on gratis
Can't pretend we're not plastic
When these poker faces take practice
Who to trust? Who to love?
Who to run from? Who to hug?
Set fire to a government of thugs
Respect only comes from the money or your blood
We're out of sight, shadows of light
They're closing in and I know where we're goin'
But I don't know who I'll be
In my eyes, in my ears, bring might
Love is only figured once in life
Tell the crowd, search the town
Can we make it out right now
It's a full meltdown
Was it meant to be?
(In my mind, I know)
'Cause I can't see
(And if you keep acting up)
I can't see
(I'm your undertow)
@phodilus2141
LORDE AND STROMAE PRODUCE A WHOLE ALBUM TOGETHER 🙏🏼
@ab-finance6647
Pusha - Daytona AOTY.
Lorde x Kanye and Stromae x Kanye are phenomenal too.
Only HAIM sucks here.
@tatofb3
Which one
@raiks7372
@@ab-finance6647 the song wouldnt be complete without haim's background vocals and harmonies, they also made two of the best albums of the decade. theyre all great artists stop being a douche
@abdulazizal-sulaiman5228
@@raiks7372 what are the albums
@supergughi24
I'm here for Stromae
@isabelavieirateixeira7344
sameeee
@supergughi24
:)
@user-ni5pk3hg9s
+supergughi24 m2 of course
@lobocompacto6600
Whooaa!! :D