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Boss Clock Me Style
The Hempolics Lyrics
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In my new home
Makes me stay under
Under the midnight scope
You keep me talking
I'll find no time
Just to retrace my thoughts
I can rewrite, say...
Boss clock my style
What am i to do?
Boss clock my style
What am i to do, to do, to do?
Just like a thirsty tree
Hungry for water
You still want change
I cannot offer
I like the lotus child
Easy and free
Is there some water?
Some here for me?
Boss clock my style
What am i to do?
Boss clock my style
What am i to do?
Boss clock my style
What am i to do, to do, to do?
Think it's the change in my age
Taking me over the way
I might talk to you
Think it's the minimum wage
Taking me down
I don't know what you want from me
All i can see is that...
Boss clock my style
What am i to do?
Boss clock my style
What am i to do?
Boss clock my style
What am i to do?
Boss clock my style
What am i to do, to do, to do?
The Hempolics' "Boss Clock Me Style" is a reggae-inspired song that explores the themes of urban life, social pressures, and the struggle to maintain one's identity in a fast-paced environment. The opening lyrics "I like the concrete jungle, in my new home, makes me stay under, under the midnight scope" imply that the singer is living in a city, and though they enjoy the hustle and bustle, they feel as though they are always being watched and evaluated.
The first verse goes on to describe how the singer feels pressured to keep up with the conversation and the demands of their environment, so much so that they don't have time to reflect on their thoughts. The line "Just like a thirsty tree, hungry for water, you still want change, I cannot offer" seems to suggest that the singer is being pressured to change themselves to fit in with their surroundings, but they are not willing to give up their own identity.
The chorus, "Boss clock my style, what am I to do?" repeats throughout the song and refers to the idea of being judged by others and feeling as though you are constantly being evaluated. The lyrics "think it's the change in my age, taking me over the way, I might talk to you, think it's the minimum wage, taking me down, I don't know what you want from me, all I can see is that" suggest that the pressures to conform may be related to socio-economic factors, such as the singer's age or income level.
Overall, "Boss Clock Me Style" is a song that speaks to the challenges of modern life and the struggle to maintain one's sense of self in the face of societal pressure.
Line by Line Meaning
I like the concrete jungle
I enjoy living in the bustling city
In my new home
Since moving to this new place
Makes me stay under
Keeps me hidden away
Under the midnight scope
During the nighttime hours
You keep me talking
You distract me with conversation
I'll find no time
I won't have enough time
Just to retrace my thoughts
To revisit and rethink my ideas
I can rewrite, say...
I can express myself differently
Boss clock my style
You're scrutinizing my way of doing things
What am i to do?
What action should I take?
Just like a thirsty tree
Similar to a parched plant
Hungry for water
In need of hydration
You still want change
You desire something different
I cannot offer
I'm unable to provide that
I like the lotus child
I admire a carefree and peaceful existence
Easy and free
Uncomplicated and unburdened
Is there some water?
Is there refreshment available?
Some here for me?
Are there any for me?
Think it's the change in my age
I suspect it's due to getting older
Taking me over the way
Influencing my behavior
I might talk to you
I could potentially communicate with you
Think it's the minimum wage
I believe it's because of my low pay
Taking me down
Bringing me to a lower state
I don't know what you want from me
I'm unsure of your intentions
All i can see is that...
All I perceive is that...
Contributed by Keira K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@lurenz8862
I love Nubyia. Such lovely voice and so beautiful
@victoroladuja2416
Old school 70βs/80βs dub stylee.πππ
@wendyhowe8976
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@arkystarch
π₯π₯π₯ Lovely
@hooprageous
What a voice!!! β€οΈπππππ
@Ruffnecknarwhal
Such good vibes and beautifull voice, instant love π Let's share dis to the world guys
@tf8391
The album is amazing....got a pre release....cant stop playing it.....
@thecatfordstudios-catfordf1699
Fantastic stuff. Sweet. Pass The Dutchie for this generation
@tf8391
Another quality tune...roll on the album
@scythian3
Just heard it on BBC R6 Mary Anne Hobbs show :)