(1) A rapper from th… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least six artists using the name Sway:
(1) A rapper from the United Kingdom
(2) A shoegaze band from the United States
(3) A musician from Norway
(4) An indie rock band from Czech Republic
(5) A Dutch pop group
(6) A Japanese rapper
(7) A shoegaze band from Costa Rica
1.) Derek Andrew Safo (born 5 September 1982) is a English hip hop artist of Ghanaian origins, who uses the stage names Sway DaSafo or simply Sway; he is also a full-time producer, establishing DCypha Productions. According to the Still Speedin Songfacts he is the cousin of former Arsenal Ghanian international footballer Quincy Owusu-Abeyie and grime MC Lethal Bizzle.
Sway was born to a Muslim father and to a Christian mother. Sway attended Redlands Primary School where he spent most of his
time experimenting with music, rewriting the lyrics of his favorite artists. He attended Highgate Wood Secondary School in North London where he spent his spare time using the school equipment for musical production. Producing tracks for local artists,
he was told to use his personality to write songs by adding his humor with his lyrical talent. At the age of 16. Sway had a place in the grand final
of an open mic session at Dingwalls in London. He lost to Chester P of Task Force while Sway was a member of Tottenham-based hip hop trio Phynix Crew. Sway produced many solo singles despite being in a rap group and his first break was under the name 'Sway DaSafo' on the track "On My Own" which reached the A-list of BBC Radio 1Xtra when the station was launched.In 2003, Sway started to pursue a solo career in the British music scene. He was invited by his cousin, DJ Ink, to feature on some of his drum and bass tracks and he became a member of the group Fifth Element.[1] In 2004, Sway established DCypha Productions to enable him to release his mixtapes and debut solo album, This Is My Demo. At DCypha, Sway produces his beats and songs alongside his long-time friend Bigz.
Sway launched his solo career upon the disbanding of his group One by releasing two independent mixtapes, called This Is My Promo Volumes 1 and 2. They were underground successes, and his debut LP This Is My Demo was released on 6 February 2006. Its second single, "Little Derek", headed
in at #38 on the UK national charts. His song "Hype Boys" is used in the video game Need for Speed: Carbon, and the song "Flo Fashion" is used in the video game FIFA Street 2.
Following the release and critical acclaim of his debut album, Sway started recording his second album which he had been planning from the This Is My Promo mixtape series. In the run up to the album's release, Sway featured on numerous songs and signed to Akon's Konvict Muzik record label in 2007, becoming the only UK artist to be signed to the label. Sway released the One for the
Journey EP on May 14, 2007 on his DCypha Productions label which featured an appearance from Chamillionaire on a Part 2 version of "Up Your Speed". Following this, Sway released two mixtapes: The Dotted Lines and The Signature mixtape. The Dotted Lines mixtape was released in early 2008 and announced the recording of his second album. It was released to coincide
with the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations, which was hosted in Ghana and to which the song "Black Stars", a remix of "Black Boys" by Bashy, is dedicated.In December 2009, Sway announced that he was working on a new mixtape, and unveiling two tracks in the process:
"Payback" and "The Watcher". Sway then released a download-only single on iTunes named "Everyday Valentine" to coincide withValentine's Day in 2010. He offered those who were able to provide evidence for purchasing the single the opportunity to receive his mixtape prior to its release for free. The mixtape was due to be released on February 14, 2010, however this was pushed back due to continued work by Akon on the final song. The mixtape was released on February 26, 2010 from his website, to the public for free. It has been described online as 'better than most people's albums' and will feature Akon, Styles P, Kardinal Offishall, Giggs, Bigz and Mr Hudson. The Mixtape has been a smash hit online, boasting over 10,000 downloads in 10 days, both with the fans, other artists and critics and was reviewed by British Newspaper Metro who picked up on Sway's "trademark sharp
humor and quirky observations" going on to say that Sway "will reign over British rap sooner rather than later." His reputation rose from underground to mainstream after coming into the public eye by winning a MOBO award in September 2005 for Best Hip Hop Act, defeating heavyweight hip hop artists 50 Cent
and The Game to collect the award. He was also nominated for the second year running in the Best Hip Hop category and Best UK Male for the MOBO awards held at the end of September 2006[3] and in September 2008 for Best UK Male.[4] In July 2006, Sway's album This Is My Demo was nominated for the 2006 Mercury Music Prize but the award was won by the Arctic Monkeys at the ceremony on September 6.[5] In 2008, Sway was nominated for two awards at the Urban Music Awards. In November 2006, Sway won a BET Hip-Hop Award for "Best UK Hip-Hop Act", beating Blak Twang, Plan B, Dizzee Rascal and Kano. By being nominated and winning the BET for "BEST UK Hip-Hop Act", Sway appeared in a video showing himself in a cipher with Saigon, Remy Ma, and Rhymefest free-styling on a rooftop in New York. The freestyle was featured on The Dotted Lines mixtape.
2.) Sway is a shoegaze group founded in Ventura, California, United Sates in 1999. The band was founded by Andrew Saks and also included Amber Carlson, Seth Eubanks, and Vince Alatorre; however, the other members have since left the band, and Saks is now the sole member.
Sway has released several albums, including 2000's self-titled Sway, 2003's The Millia Pink and Green EP, 2006's Winter Heart EP, and 2011's This Was Tomorrow. Saks is currently writing material for a 2013 release on Saint Marie Records.
3.) Sway was the artist name of Norwegian artist Espen Lind when he released his first album “Mmm…
Prepare To Be Swayed” in 1995.
4.) Sway is also Czech indie band.
5.) A Ducth group, with influences of swing, Motown and Big Band with a modern twist. Netherlands, X Factor 2011, Single 'Stop And Stare'
6.) Sway is a Japanese rapper, actor, and model. https://twitter.com/sway_official
7.) Sway is a shoegaze band from San José, Costa Rica formed in 2017 by Kevyn Quiros. The band has been through several lineups that have included musicians from bands such as Dylan Thomas. andThe Hills.
Love You Better
Sway Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Do you really love me, or am I, just a friend
Tell me when u need me in ya life
Tell me when u need me by ya side
I know ya nigga never do you right
So let a nigga come and do you right
Do you really love can u even love
Why u always gotta hate everything I love
And when I make make money Im a buy a dub
So I can burn brain cells and forget ya name
And Ion even wan play cuz I know the game
And ion even wan try imma fail again
But How I know ya whole life and uon know my name
Do you really LOVE me, or is it, just pretend
Do you really love me, or am I, just a friend
Tell me what's been really going on
I can feel when sum going wrong
Tell me what's been really going on
I got a feeling sum going wrong
Do you really love can you even love
Only when u gettin sum then u say u love
Baby ion really care if you been around
Cuz yea i got the same past we the future now
Yea u from a small place but u big in town
But After everything i hurd ion know you now
If it ever go down
Are u gon let me down
I just gotta know now
Do u love me now
Do you really LOVE me, or is it, just pretend
Do you really love me, or am I, just a friend
Tell me what's been really going on
I can feel when sum going wrong
Tell me what's been really going on
I got a feeling sum going wrong
Do you really love can you even love
It's been a long long time since u last loved
Call me lil wayne imma teach you how to love
And Imma carry all ya pain in the name of love
If it ever go down imma always be around
Cuz im here for you
Say if it go down are u gon stand ground
Do I mean that much to you
Do you really LOVE me, or is it, just pretend
Do you really love me, or am I, just a friend
Tell me what's been really going on
I can feel when sum going wrong
Tell me what's been really going on
I got a feeling sum going wrong
The lyrics of the song We Love You by Sway Ft. Lupe Fiasco explores the theme of love and the singer's uncertainty about his relationship. The song starts with the singer questioning the sincerity of his partner's love for him. He wonders whether she really loves him or it's just pretend. He continues to express his doubt by asking if she loves him or if he is just a friend. Moving on, he insists that she asks him to be a part of her life when she needs him because he knows that her current partner does not treat her the way she deserves. He believes that he can do a better job at loving her, and he should be the one taking care of her needs.
The lyrics continue to show the singer's self-doubt and insecurity. He questions why his partner hates everything he loves, and he admits that he only wants to make money to forget about her. He knows that he will fail at trying to win her over, and he is unsure whether or not she truly knows him despite him being aware of her whole life. The singer also reveals that his partner only loves him when she is receiving something in return.
Towards the end of the song, the singer expresses his commitment to his partner. He promises to carry her pain and always be there when she needs him. He asks her if she would stand by him if things ever go down between them. The song ends with the singer questioning his partner's love for him once again.
Overall, the lyrics of We Love You present a complex and honest exploration of love and the emotions that come with it. The singer is vulnerable and unsure but remains committed to his relationship despite his doubts.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you really love me, or is it, just pretend
Are your feelings for me genuine or are you pretending?
Do you really love me, or am I, just a friend
Are we just friends or is there something more between us?
Tell me when u need me in ya life
Communicate with me when you feel the need for me in your life.
Tell me when u need me by ya side
Let me know when you need someone by your side.
I know ya nigga never do you right
I understand that your guy does not treat you right.
So let a nigga come and do you right
So, let me come and treat you right.
Do you really love can u even love
Are you even capable of love and do you truly love me?
Why u always gotta hate everything I love
Why do you have to dislike everything that I like?
I only wanna make money cuz a bitch a dub
I want to make money because 20 dollars is not enough.
And when I make make money Im a buy a dub
And when I earn enough, I'll spend some on smoking marijuana.
So I can burn brain cells and forget ya name
I'll smoke a lot of weed and forget about you.
And Ion even wan play cuz I know the game
I don't even want to play because I know how the game goes.
And ion even wan try imma fail again
I don't even want to try because I am afraid of failing again.
But How I know ya whole life and uon know my name
I know everything about you and yet you don't even know my name.
Tell me what's been really going on
Please be honest and tell me what's really happening.
I can feel when sum going wrong
I have a sense that something is not right.
Do you really love can you even love
Do you have the ability to love and is your love for me genuine?
Only when u gettin sum then u say u love
You only express love when you receive some benefit.
Baby ion really care if you been around
I don't really care if you have been present in my life.
Cuz yea i got the same past we the future now
Because I have a similar past, we can both move forward in the future.
Yea u from a small place but u big in town
Even though you come from a small place, you have a great presence in the town.
But After everything i hurd ion know you now
But after everything I've heard, I don't really know who you are now.
If it ever go down
In case of trouble or danger,
Are u gon let me down
Will you disappoint me?
I just gotta know now
I need to know for sure.
Do u love me now
Do you love me at present?
It's been a long long time since u last loved
It's been a long time since you last had feelings of love.
Call me lil wayne imma teach you how to love
Compares himself to Lil Wayne and says he will teach her how to love.
And Imma carry all ya pain in the name of love
And he will take all her pain in the name of love.
If it ever go down imma always be around
If anything goes wrong, he will always be by her side.
Cuz im here for you
Because he is always there for her.
Say if it go down are u gon stand ground
If things go wrong, will she stay strong and stand her ground?
Do I mean that much to you
Is he important to her to that extent?
Tell me what's been really going on
He asks her again to be honest and tell him what's really happening.
I got a feeling sum going wrong
He feels that something is going wrong.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: baby sway
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Zachary Miller
on Fall
Those are obviously the wrong lyrics for Fall.