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The White Noise Supremacists ( Brooklyn/Freetown/Lagos/Berlin ) is Iféoluwa Babalola. Her music marries the mind and the heart.
Meant to Be
The White Noise Supremacists Lyrics
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There is nothing that can be done
There is nothing, there is no one
There is nothing
There is nothing that can be done
There is nothing, there is no one
Times won′t ever change
People always stay the same
It's funny how we′re always unaware
It's funny how we always say we care
Yet see things that aren't there
But I don′t see those ghosts, I′m not scared
And I won't make that choice, I′m not prepared
I don't hear your voice, I′m not scared
Nor prepared
Prepared to answer
I'd find a way
Oh, if it were meant to be, I′d stay
I'd find a way
No, I'm not mad
Yes, I am tired
But I′m not that sad
It′s different, this time
And no, I'm not blind
My hands are not tied
I′m free, I've realized
Sacrificed it all
For what I know feels right
You lit a fire under me
And it burns bright
Oh no, you lit a fire under me
And it burns tonight
I′d find a way
Oh, if it were meant to be, I'd stay
I′d find a way
If it were meant to be, I'd stay
The lyrics to "Meant To Be" by The White Noise Supremacists convey a sense of resignation and acceptance of the futility of certain aspects of life. The repetition of the lines "There is nothing, there is no one" emphasizes a feeling of hopelessness and a belief that there are certain situations or circumstances that cannot be changed or influenced. The lines "We waste it all, we hate it all, times won't ever change, people always stay the same" speaks to a sense of disillusionment with the human condition and a recognition that despite our efforts, things often remain stagnant.
The song also explores the theme of self-awareness and the tendency to overlook things that are right in front of us. The line "It's funny how we're always unaware, it's funny how we always say we care, yet see things that aren't there" suggests a disconnect between our actions and our perception of reality. The singer asserts their own refusal to be influenced by these illusions, stating "I don't see those ghosts, I'm not scared."
However, the chorus offers a glimmer of hope and determination. The repeated line "I'd find a way, if it were meant to be, I'd stay" suggests that despite the acceptance of certain limitations, the singer still believes in finding a way forward, if the circumstances align with what is meant to be.
Overall, "Meant To Be" explores themes of resignation, self-awareness, and the constant struggle to find meaning and purpose in a world that often feels futile.
Line by Line Meaning
There is nothing
There is a sense of emptiness or lack of purpose
There is nothing that can be done
There is a feeling of helplessness or inability to change the situation
There is nothing, there is no one
There is a sense of loneliness or absence of support
We waste it all, we hate it all
We squander opportunities and harbor negativity
Times won't ever change
The circumstances or situations remain stagnant
People always stay the same
People tend to remain unchanged or unresponsive
It's funny how we're always unaware
It is ironic how we lack self-awareness
It's funny how we always say we care
It is ironic how we profess concern or affection
Yet see things that aren't there
Yet perceive nonexistent or imaginary things
But I don't see those ghosts, I'm not scared
I refuse to be influenced by my fears or imagined threats
And I won't make that choice, I'm not prepared
I am unwilling to make a certain decision as I am unready
I don't hear your voice, I'm not scared
I am unaffected by your words or influence
Nor prepared
Neither am I ready or equipped to handle it
Prepared to answer
Prepared to respond or address the situation
I'd find a way
I would discover a solution or path forward
Oh, if it were meant to be, I'd stay
If it aligns with destiny or purpose, I would remain
No, I'm not mad
No, I am not angry
Yes, I am tired
Yes, I am weary or fatigued
But I'm not that sad
However, I am not deeply sorrowful or depressed
It's different, this time
This situation has a distinct or unique quality to it
And no, I'm not blind
And no, I am not ignorant or oblivious
My hands are not tied
I am not restrained or limited in my actions
I'm free, I've realized
I have come to the realization that I am liberated or unrestricted
Sacrificed it all
I have given up everything
For what I know feels right
In pursuit of what I deeply believe is correct or true
You lit a fire under me
You ignited a passion or motivation within me
And it burns bright
And it blazes with intensity or fervor
Oh no, you lit a fire under me
Oh no, you have sparked a strong drive or determination within me
And it burns tonight
And it continues to flourish or thrive at this very moment
If it were meant to be, I'd stay
If it aligns with destiny or purpose, I would remain
Writer(s): Iféoluwa Babalola
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