At the age of two he moved with his mother to Atlanta, Georgia where she raised him until her sudden death at the age of thirty-five. Afterwards, he was taken in by his grandfather, who was an avid music fan. It was through this relationship that he was introduced to many legendary artists that made up his grandfather's record collection. As soon as he heard the soulful sounds of Sam Cooke and Al Green, The-Dream was hooked. In the third grade he began his musical venture by enrolling in introductory trumpet classes at Grove Park Elementary School. He continued playing the trumpet through high school and later learned to play the drums and guitar.
In junior high and high school his musical influences extended toward such artists such as Timbaland , Missy Elliott, Aaliyah and Tupac Shakur. His talents continued to naturally develop and eventually lead The-Dream to begin singing, rapping and song writing.
In addition, he is an accomplished artist and has created many paintings and sculptures, some of which have been shown at various art galleries throughout Atlanta.
In 2001, The-Dream was introduced to Laney Stewart of Redzone Entertainment. Although their first meeting wasn't very successful, things fared better the second time around and Laney pulled him into his camp. The two immediately collaborated to write for the multi-platinum group B2K.
In early 2003, The-Dream was signed by Laney Stewart to a new publishing deal with Morningside Trail through a joint venture with peer music. Since then he has continued writing for other artists including the newest single "Me Against The Music" for Britney Spears. The-Dream recently worked on Jive artist Nivea's forthcoming sophomore effort (April 2005) including the hit single "Okay" featuring Lil' Jon and Youngbloodz.
In 2006, The-Dream was brought in by Tricky Stewart of Redzone to collaborate with various artists including Bayje (Atlantic), Dear Jane & J.Holiday (Capitol), and Brit & Alex (Interscope).
To kick off the New Year, The-Dream began 2007 with major success. With the help of Tricky Stewart, " umbrella" was created and taken to several different labels with artists ranging from Britney Spears at Jive to Mary J. Blige and Akon. Yet, it was the genius of Karen Kwak that got the record into the hands of Def Jam Record's CEO, LA Reid. Def Jam flew The-Dream and Tricky to LA to record with Rihanna, where they also wrote "Breakin' Dishes," a song off Rihanna's latest release, Good Girl Gone Bad.
Despite his current success, The-Dream never stops dreaming. Look out for The-Dream's future collaborations with hot artists such as Timbaland, Justin Timberlake, Karina Pasian, Young Joc, Rihanna, Jay-Z, Jazzy Phae, Keke Palmer, Gia, Tricky Stewart, Don Vito, Wynter Gordon, Shontelle, and Lucy Walsh.
Fast Car
The-Dream Lyrics
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The way I love you baby
Yeah, oh yeah, yeah
Yeah, I love you, baby
Yeah, but you're just a little to
Baby, you just a little too sweet for me
Ah baby, I don't know if you got what I need
And I wanna love ya, baby
I wanna show you there's nobody like me
And I trust ya, baby
I need a bad girl, you just too good for me
I need a fast car (fast car)
Candy-coated red
Drive me all night and park it in my bed
I need a fast car (fast car)
I wanna see it zoom
Racetrack waiting in my bedroom
Show me the green light (ooh, ooh, ooh)
Show me the green light (ooh, ooh, ooh)
Show me the green light (ooh, ooh, ooh)
Show me the green light (ooh, ooh, ooh)
Baby, I hope you save a little piece for me
(Girl, I wanna get to know ya, I've got so much I could show ya)
And girl, call me when ya want me to pull you up to speed
(And girl, I really want to be your baby)
And I wanna love ya, sweet thing
I wanna show you there's nobody like me
And I trust ya, lady (oh yeah, oh yeah)
I need a bad girl and you're just too good for me, baby
I need a fast car (fast car)
Candy-coated red
Drive me all night and park it in my bed
I need a fast car (fast car)
I wanna see it zoom
Racetrack waiting in my bedroom
Show me the green light (ooh, ooh, ooh)
Show me the green light (ooh, ooh, ooh)
Show me the green light (ooh, ooh, ooh)
Show me the green light (ooh, ooh, ooh)
She's a pretty car, nice seats, cooler than my AC
Chrome wheels, perfect dash, racin' brakes, good on gas
She looks good when she's out on the road
But, I'm livin' fast and I'm trynna lose control
Is it with you, is it with you, is it with you?
Or someone else?
Is it with you, is it with you, is it with you?
Or someone else?
Is it with you, is it with you, is it with you?
Or someone else? (oh, oh, oh)
Is it with you, is it with you, is it with you?
Or someone else? (oh, oh, oh)
I need a fast car (fast car)
Candy-coated red
Drive me all night and park it in my bed
I need a fast car (fast car)
I wanna see it zoom
Racetrack waiting in my bedroom
Show me the green light
(Ooh, ooh, ooh) (waiting in my bedroom)
Show me the green light
(Ooh, ooh, ooh) (waiting in my bedroom)
Show me the green light
(Ooh, ooh, ooh) (yeah, yeah)
Show me the green light
(Ooh, ooh, ooh) (yeah, yeah)
If you're sittin' on them 24s
I wanna see you make it go
Round and round and up and down
I said, if you're sittin' on them 24s
I wanna see you drop it low
Round and round and up and down
Fast car (yezzir)
I need a fast car (uh, yezzir)
I need fast car (uh, oh, yezzir) (Radio Killa)
I need fast car (uh, oh, yezzir)
I need a fast car (fast car)
Candy-coated red
Drive me all night and park it in my bed
I need a fast car (fast car)
I wanna see it zoom
Racetrack waiting in my bedroom
Show me the green light (ooh, ooh, ooh)
Show me the green light (ooh, ooh, ooh)
Show me the green light (uh, uh)
Show me the green light (uh, uh, oh yeah)
In The-Dream's song "Fast Car," the singer confesses his love for his partner and acknowledges that she is kind and sweet but not quite what he is looking for in a romantic partner. The singer wants a "bad girl" and admits that his partner is "just too good" for him. The chorus focuses on his desire for a "fast car" and compares the thrill of the car to the thrill he seeks in a relationship. He wants to be with someone who can match his fast-paced lifestyle and who can handle his need for speed. The repeated "show me the green light" implies that the singer is ready to move forward and find the relationship he desires.
The song's lyrics also contain a sense of competition, as the singer talks about racetracks waiting in his bedroom and wanting to "lose control." He wants a partner who can keep up with him and his lifestyle. The line "she looks good when she's out on the road, but I'm living fast and trying to lose control" suggests that the singer is not satisfied with surface-level beauty and wants a deeper connection with someone who can match his intensity.
Overall, "Fast Car" is a song about seeking excitement and adventure in life and relationships. The singer is looking for someone who can match his pace and desires, and he sees his need for a "fast car" as a metaphor for finding the right person.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh
Expression of excitement
The way I love you baby
Expressing love for someone
Yeah, oh yeah, yeah
Confirming agreement
Yeah, I love you, baby
Reiterating love for someone
Yeah, but you're just a little too
Acknowledging a conflict or issue
Baby, you just a little too sweet for me
You're too nice for me
Ah baby, I don't know if you got what I need
Expressing doubt about compatibility
And I wanna love ya, baby
Expressing love for someone
I wanna show you there's nobody like me
Wanting to prove worth or value
And I trust ya, baby
Expressing trust for someone
I need a bad girl, you just too good for me
Desiring someone with an edge or attitude
I need a fast car (fast car)
Desiring speed or excitement in a partner
Candy-coated red
Describing a desirable quality or appearance
Drive me all night and park it in my bed
Desiring intimacy and excitement
I wanna see it zoom
Expressing desire for a thrilling experience
Racetrack waiting in my bedroom
Describing a desire for excitement and adventure
Show me the green light (ooh, ooh, ooh)
Expressing eagerness or impatience
Baby, I hope you save a little piece for me
Expressing hope for a future with someone
(Girl, I wanna get to know ya, I've got so much I could show ya)
Expressing desire to build a deeper relationship
And girl, call me when ya want me to pull you up to speed
Offering to help someone grow or change
(And girl, I really want to be your baby)
Expressing a desire for closeness and commitment
I wanna love ya, sweet thing
Expressing love and affection
I trust ya, lady (oh yeah, oh yeah)
Expressing trust and respect
I need a bad girl and you're just too good for me, baby
Desiring someone with an edge or attitude
She's a pretty car, nice seats, cooler than my AC
Describing someone with desirable qualities or characteristics
Chrome wheels, perfect dash, racin' brakes, good on gas
Describing attractive or desirable features
She looks good when she's out on the road
Describing attractiveness in a certain context
But, I'm livin' fast and I'm trynna lose control
Describing a desire for excitement and adventure
Is it with you, is it with you, is it with you?
Questioning compatibility or connection
Or someone else?
Questioning alternative options
(oh, oh, oh)
Repeating a line for emphasis
If you're sittin' on them 24s
Describing a specific context or situation
I wanna see you make it go
Expressing a desire for excitement and movement
Round and round and up and down
Describing a specific motion or action
Fast car (yezzir)
Reiterating desire for speed and excitement
(Radio Killa)
Repeating artist name or tag
Show me the green light (ooh, ooh, ooh)
Expressing eagerness or impatience
(yeah, yeah)
Affirming agreement
(uh, uh)
Expressing anticipation or excitement
(uh, oh, yezzir)
Expressing excitement or agreement
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Carlos Mckinney, Terius Nash
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