Alive
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Yeah
Skepta
Boy Betterknow
N-Dubz

I never have a dream when I go to sleep at night
My dream begins when I walk outside
Now I'm on stage and I feel like I'm looking through Michael Jacksons eyes

Stories, rumours and accusations
So I gotta stay self conscious of my hand gestures
Before they call me a Mason or say that I'm working with Satan
But even a blind man could see
I would never sell my soul for the P
When you're looking at Skepta, you're looking at grime
So the only thing I gotta stay true to is me
I don't need a helping hand
Stand up tall, I'm my own man
Find me on the tallest building in the country singing as loud as I can

I-I feel so alive, so alive
(S-K-E-P-T-A)
Got my two feet on the ground
But it feels like I'm in the sky
It's time to enjoy the sun
'Cause we made it through the rain
Put your hands up in the sky
Like you're tryna touch a plane
I-I feel so alive, so alive

(Boy Better Know oh-oh, yeah)

Shit what have I done
Raa, everyone singing along to my bars man
Went triple platinum, see me I'm trying to do what Elvis done
And the stage is way too big for me
Labels never thought this guy from the ghetto could make all these girls sing for me
Nana, nana, nana, na ee
I got a big NANA chain hanging down to my navel
Tell the bartender "take a fat bottle of champagne to Polydor's table"
Big men acting like school kids
Say there gonna run up on me with a full clip
So I pull down the two flaps on my hat
'Cause I didn't want to hear that bullshit

I-I feel so alive, so alive
(D-A-Double P-to-the-Z)
Got my two feet on the ground
But it feels like I'm in the sky
It's time to enjoy the sun
'Cause we made it through the rain
Put your hands up in the sky
Like you're tryna touch a plane
I-I feel so alive, so alive (nana, nana, nana, na ee)

It's time to get dark, blacker than Cilla
Fazer aka 6 figure nigga
Man said I got robbed for my chain
Until I put a picture on Skepta's twitter
When I go to the Gucci store I dress rags
Security think that I ain't gonna buy shit
Then I pull out my card, swipe it, bowl out with 20 bags
If I like them, cop them
Fuck the hater, can't stop them
Mc's wanna diss N-Dubz, but they can't get a top twenty let alone a top ten
So if it weren't for the fans
I woulda had a haters blood on my hands
I'm a mastermind behind the keyboard
So I'm a carry on stacking up these grands

I-I feel so alive, so alive
(D-A-Double P-to-the-Z)
Got my two feet on the ground
But it feels like I'm in the sky
It's time to enjoy the sun
'Cause we made it through the rain
Put your hands up in the sky

Like you're tryna touch a plane
I feel so alive, so alive (nana, nana, nana, na ee)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Alive" by Skepta, N-Dubz, and Boy Better Know showcase their success and determination to continue with their music career despite the challenges they face. The first verse of the song talks about rumors and false accusations that come with fame, and how Skepta needs to be aware of his actions to remain true to himself. He emphasizes that he will never sell out or compromise his integrity for success. Skepta talks candidly about his rise to fame, describing how he feels when he performs on stage and how it is a dream come true for him.

The chorus repeats the phrase "I feel so alive" showing their excitement and appreciation for what they have achieved. They acknowledge that their journey has been a long one, and they have had to overcome obstacles to reach where they are now. The second verse of the song talks about the excesses of fame, and how Skepta feels responsible for handling his success. He boasts about his accomplishments and how he has proven the doubters wrong.

Overall, "Alive" is an anthem for anyone who has overcome obstacles and achieved success against all odds. It is a testament to the power of resilience, determination, and hard work. The song speaks to the struggles of urban youth who are often stereotyped and overlooked, and emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and never compromising on one's principles.

Line by Line Meaning

I never have a dream when I go to sleep at night
I do not dream of success while asleep, only when I am awake

My dream begins when I walk outside
Success is found outside, not inside

Now I'm on stage and I feel like I'm looking through Michael Jackson's eyes
Being on stage is like being Michael Jackson, but with my own style

Stories, rumours, and accusations
Negative attention is inevitable, and I must be mindful of it

So I gotta stay self conscious of my hand gestures
I must be cautious of my body language to avoid negative rumors

Before they call me a Mason or say that I'm working with Satan
I must avoid being accused of being part of secret societies

But even a blind man could see
My authenticity is not difficult to recognize

I would never sell my soul for the P
I will never compromise my values for success

When you're looking at Skepta, you're looking at grime
My identity is tied to the grime genre of music

So the only thing I gotta stay true to is me
I must stay true to myself and my roots

I don't need a helping hand
I am independent and self-sufficient

Stand up tall, I'm my own man
I am confident and self-assured in who I am

Find me on the tallest building in the country singing as loud as I can
I am unafraid to stand out and be heard

I feel so alive, so alive
I am energized and fulfilled

Got my two feet on the ground
I am grounded and secure

But it feels like I'm in the sky
I feel uplifted and exalted

It's time to enjoy the sun
It is time to enjoy my success

Cause we made it through the rain
We have overcome adversity to get here

Put your hands up in the sky
Celebrate our hard work and success

Like you're tryna touch a plane
Reach for even greater heights

Shit what have I done
Reflection on the weight of success

Raa, everyone singing along to my bars man
My music is resonating with people

Went triple platinum, see me I'm trying to do what Elvis done
I am striving for legendary status

And the stage is way too big for me
The enormity of success can be intimidating

Labels never thought this guy from the ghetto could make all these girls sing for me
Breaking out of my background and expectations

Nana, nana, nana, na ee
Phrase used in celebration of success

I got a big NANA chain hanging down to my navel
I have an expensive piece of jewelry

Tell the bartender 'take a fat bottle of champagne to Polydor's table'
Celebratory gesture for my record label

Big men acting like school kids
Immature behavior from grown adults

Say they're gonna run up on me with a full clip
Threats of violence and harm

So I pull down the two flaps on my hat
Action taken to avoid confrontation

Cause I didn't want to hear that bullshit
Avoiding negativity and drama

It's time to get dark, blacker than Cilla
Moving on to more serious or intense subject matter

Fazer aka 6 figure nigga
Introduction of another artist

Man said I got robbed for my chain
Rumors and accusations of theft

Until I put a picture on Skepta's twitter
Proof provided to eliminate rumor

When I go to the Gucci store I dress rags
Appearance is not reflective of wealth or success

Security think that I ain't gonna buy shit
Stereotyping based on appearance

Then I pull out my card, swipe it, bowl out with 20 bags
Proof of ability to afford luxury items

If I like them, cop them
If I want something, I will buy it

Fuck the hater, can't stop them
Ignoring negativity and moving forward

MCs wanna diss N-Dubz, but they can't get a top twenty let alone a top ten
Challenging other artists to match our success

So if it weren't for the fans
Acknowledging the role of supporters in my success

I woulda had a haters blood on my hands
Negative reactions from opponents are not worth engaging in

I'm a mastermind behind the keyboard
Ability to create and innovate through technology

So I'm a carry on stacking up these grands
Continuing to accumulate wealth and success

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DINO CONTOSTAVLOS, JOSEPH ADENUGA, RICHARD RAWSON, TULA CONTOSTAVLOS

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