Glitches
The Roots Lyrics


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[Chorus]
You live, you die
And spend the years in between asking the question
Why you've been through what you been
You lose, you win
You even pay for other sins
But you most always adore the skin you are in
[Black Thought]
I woke up and it was pouring down rain
I put my head on, it really wasn't no thing
One of them days I was feeling immune to the pain
Threw on, Alice Coltrane, smoked and sang

And wrote this flame compused to the rhythm of the droplets
And went whispering simliar to gossip
The kick slapping at the window glass
Slow down the globe so it don't spin too fast

Because, I been running like a river since
The age of my early innocence
It just made me ambitious
My grams used to tell me "Man listen,

If you can't burn, don't step into the kitchen"
You muscle your turn, the laws of the land viscious
We gotta stick to the plan, which is
Pursuing true riches, whether we trade stock or wash dishes

Throughout setbacks and few glitches
The Big Picture's the focus, fuckin being hopeless
Or helpless, we not selfish so we wrote this
Give it to ya, make you feel good
Know what I'm talkin about? C'mon

[Chorus]

[Black Thought]
Yo from the parquet floors to the fifty foot ceiling
I pull the heavy black curtain back, now revealing
The sun beneath the velvet, and like it was mine

No one elses, embracing the beams yo, I felt it
And stood there, feeling it, getting charged
Turn me loose upon the streets, a young poet at large
Out in the world, up against tremendous odds

Some'll let it break em and throw in they cards
But my squad remain focus when we goin for ours
And we don't, do it for chains or do it for cars
And we don't, do it for lames or do it for broads

And we don't, do it for fame, we do it because
It's for the young black gifted mind
Living the story of the most twisted kind
Turbulent times swirled around they dome like a turban

It gets disturbing, feelin alone in the urban
But maintain ya grip for just a little bit
I'd tell you it's all good but that's bullshit
Let's just try to feel good, yeah...know what I'm talkin bout

[Amel Larrieux]
A spirit knows we're meant to blow
A [unknown] rose by the seat of your soul




You past it all and seeds your soul
Are destined to grow even after you go

Overall Meaning

The song "Glitches" by The Roots featuring Amel Larrieux is a track that explores the themes of life, questioning the struggles and challenges that we face, and how we embrace our identity along the way. The chorus sets the tone, highlighting how we live, die, and everything in between, questioning why we have to go through certain experiences. Despite the hardships, we must continue to appreciate who we are and the skin we're in. Black Thought's verse delves deeper into this concept, sharing how he found solace in music on a rainy day. He reflects on his journey from a young age and how his ambition drove him to pursue true riches, not just material wealth, but a richness of experience and self-discovery. He acknowledges that setbacks happen, but the focus should always be on the big picture, staying optimistic and not getting lost in hopelessness.


Amel Larrieux's chorus brings a sense of spirituality to the song, reminding us that our souls are meant to bloom and grow, even after we're gone. It's a reflective and contemplative track that invites the listener to think about their own journey and how they can appreciate their identity, despite the difficulties that come their way. The song ends with the phrase "let's just try to feel good," emphasizing the importance of finding joy and happiness amidst the challenges of life.


Line by Line Meaning

You live, you die
Life begins at birth and ends at death


And spend the years in between asking the question
Questioning the reason for one's existence


Why you've been through what you've been
Asking why certain life experiences have occurred


You lose, you win
Knowing that life is filled with both victories and losses


You even pay for other sins
Sometimes paying the price for someone else's wrongdoing


But you most always adore the skin you are in
Embracing and loving oneself, regardless of physical appearance


I woke up and it was pouring down rain
Starting the day with an unfavorable event


I put my head on, it really wasn't no thing
Reacting calmly and positively to the situation


Threw on, Alice Coltrane, smoked and sang
Using music and relaxation methods to cope with stress


The kick slapping at the window glass
The sound of raindrops hitting the window


Slow down the globe so it don't spin too fast
Staying grounded and not letting life pass by too quickly


If you can't burn, don't step into the kitchen
Only attempt something if you feel confident and capable


Throughout setbacks and few glitches
Experiencing obstacles and minor issues along the way


The Big Picture's the focus, fuckin being hopeless
Keeping the long-term goal in mind and not giving up hope


I pull(ed) the heavy black curtain back, now revealing
Moving past obstacles and gaining a new perspective


Out in the world, up against tremendous odds
Facing and overcoming challenges in the face of adversity


But my squad remain focus when we goin for ours
Staying determined and focused on achieving goals


And we don't, do it for chains or do it for cars
Not pursuing materialistic possessions or fame


It's for the young black gifted mind
The pursuit of bettering oneself and one's community


A spirit knows we're meant to blow
Feeling a sense of destiny or purpose


You past it all and seeds your soul
Growing and evolving beyond past experiences


Are destined to grow even after you go
The potential for growth and change extends beyond one's lifetime




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: AMEL LARRIEUX, GUESLEY LARRIEUX, SCOTT STORCH, SCOTT SPENCER STORCH, AHMIR K THOMPSON, TARIK TROTTER

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Comments from YouTube:

Lateshia Childs

One of my favorite SDTK in my CD collection

aurelius rule

Super real live Music 🎶 for the Urban peace to Black thought 💭 & Amel Larriex

Pyro Dutch

The Roots plus Amel!## classic

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Good song

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