London released his debut mixtape JAM! in 2008. In 2009 he collaborated with Machine Drum for his second mixtape This Charming Mixtape which brought London to a wider audience. In 2010 London released the mixtape I Want You which features covers of classic songs.
London's track Flying Overseas (featuring Devonté Hynes and Solange Knowles) enjoyed popularity with music bloggers in November 2010.
London found himself causing a stir with his performances at the 2011 Cannes Film Festival. The title of his debut album, Timez Are Weird These Days is a reference to the tidal wave of fame London found himself riding. (I Stand Alone Songfacts).
Most of London's music can be downloaded from his blog: http://theophiluslondon.wordpress.com/
Flying Overseas
Theophilus London Lyrics
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It's been along time, I'll be back again
The birds and the bees be attracting 'em
The pretty little flowers on the racks a'blend
Fulfilled with meaning, let's sip the Riesling
I'm thinking about white to match the season
Let's visit the gardens, the river the parks
I'll bring it to your eyes, delivered hearts
Do u remember me
Do u remember me
Ms. Hilary
Do u remember me
I'm going overseas
Come fly with me, I'll give you all
I'm going overseas
Come fly with me, I'll give you all
When I'm overseas your love just come over me
Attacking me viciously in a sweet way that's loving to me
Gifts and diamond rings,a car, that's nothing to me
You send a picture, a mail package, that's something to me
Have a cup of my tea
All the suckers should leave
Baby, I'm no sucker I'm free
Age is numbers to me
You send a picture, I send a picture that's comforting me
A star gets lonely at night
Only if moments are bright
We just can't get enough of us
This is our night
The moon is saying something to us
At all times bright
Her eyes said it all, lips are the softest
Let's go in the wind and get driven by the forces
Let's lay in the wind and get driven by the forces
Do u remember me
Do u remember me
Ms. Hilary
Do u remember me
I'm going overseas
Come fly with me, I'll give you all
I'm going overseas
Come fly with me, I'll give you all
I ache for you, this heart of mine
Don't be afraid to crack a smile my dear
Ohh she said to me what a tragedy
Live happily in life throughout the years
I ache for you, this heart of mine
Don't be afraid to crack a smile my dear
Ohh she said to me what a tragedy
Live happily in life throughout the years
The song Flying Overseas by Theophilus London is a romantic track that talks about his longing for love and companionship. London starts off by talking about a taxi ride he took that he compares to coming back to someone he loves after a long time. He then goes on to talk about how he is attracted to nature and takes his love interest to visit gardens, rivers, and parks. The entire experience is fulfilled with meaning, and they sip on Riesling to match the season. He asks his love interest, Ms. Hilary, if she remembers him and says he is going overseas and asks her to fly with him. The chorus is repeated twice, emphasizing the theme of longing for companionship.
In the next verse, Theophilus talks about how love overcomes distance as he gets attacked by his lover's sweet love even when he is overseas. He mentions that materialistic gifts don't matter to him and that he values pictures and mail packages she sends him. He talks about how he is no sucker and that he is free, and age does not matter to him. He also mentions how the moon is saying something to them, implying the deep connection they have. The song ends with Theophilus saying he aches for love and that his love interest should not be afraid to crack a smile and live happily.
Overall, the song is an ode to love and the emotions associated with it. Theophilus talks about longing, companionship, and the importance of simple things like pictures and mail packages in a long-distance relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Mr. Taxi Man
Addressing the taxi driver who he has not seen in a long time.
It's been a long time, I'll be back again
Acknowledging that it has been a significant amount of time since his last visit.
The birds and the bees be attracting 'em
The scenery attracts people and pleases the senses.
The pretty little flowers on the racks a'blend
The array of flowers on display are stunning to see.
Fulfilled with meaning, let's sip the Riesling
Taking a moment to enjoy some wine and reflect on the abundant meaning of life.
I'm thinking about white to match the season
Considering white as a color choice to complement the current season's aesthetic.
Let's visit the gardens, the river, the parks
Suggesting a visit to local natural attractions.
I'll bring it to your eyes, delivered hearts
He is confident that he can create an enjoyable experience and bring joy to the person he is with.
Do u remember me
Asking if the person being addressed remembers him.
Ms. Hilary
Addressing someone named Hilary.
I'm going overseas
Announcing his intention to travel overseas.
Come fly with me, I'll give you all
Offering to bring the addressed person with him on his travels and provide them with all they could need.
When I'm overseas your love just come over me
Feeling loved and supported when the addressed person is thinking of him while he is overseas.
Attacking me viciously in a sweet way that's loving to me
The addressed person expresses their love and affection for him deeply and intensely.
Gifts and diamond rings, a car, that's nothing to me
Material possessions hold little importance to him compared to emotional connections.
You send a picture, a mail package, that's something to me
Communicating the value of small gestures of love and thoughtfulness.
Have a cup of my tea
Offering a gesture of hospitality and kindness by sharing a cup of tea.
All the suckers should leave
Implying that those who do not understand real love should leave them alone.
Baby, I'm no sucker I'm free
Declaring that he understands real love and is not bound by societal pressures or expectations.
Age is numbers to me
Age holds little importance compared to other things in his life.
A star gets lonely at night
Highlighting the loneliness that can come with fame and success.
Only if moments are bright
Finding comfort in joyful moments with others despite the challenging aspects of fame.
We just can't get enough of us
Enjoying the company and emotional connection between them.
This is our night
Claiming the night as their own and creating a memorable moment together.
The moon is saying something to us
Finding significance and meaning in the natural beauty and phenomena around them.
At all times bright
Not allowing any darkness or negativity to dampen their happiness.
Her eyes said it all, lips are the softest
Finding beauty and emotional expression in the addressed person's eyes and lips.
Let's go in the wind and get driven by the forces
Suggesting a carefree and spontaneous moment of enjoyment together.
I ache for you, this heart of mine
Feeling a deep sense of longing and affection for the addressed person.
Don't be afraid to crack a smile my dear
Encouraging the person to let their guards down and enjoy the moment together.
Ohh she said to me what a tragedy
Expressing sadness or despair in the woman's tone of voice or body language.
Live happily in life throughout the years
Finalizing the song with a positive message, urging listeners to find happiness and fulfillment in life.
Contributed by Matthew I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Pera Peric
Mr. Taxi Man
It's been along time, I'll be back again
The birds and the bees be attracting 'em
The pretty little flowers on the racks a'blend
Fulfilled with meaning, let's sip the Riesling
I'm thinking about white to match the season
Let's visit the gardens, the river the parks
I'll bring it to your eyes, delivered hearts
Do u remember me
Do u remember me
Ms. Hilary
Do u remember me
I'm going overseas
Come fly with me, I'll give you all
I'm going overseas
Come fly with me, I'll give you all
When I'm overseas your love just come over me
Attacking me viciously in a sweet way that's loving to me
Gifts and diamond rings, a car, that's nothing to me
You send a picture, a mail package, that's something to me
Have a cup of my tea
All the suckers should leave
Baby, I'm no sucker I'm free
Age is numbers to me
You send a picture, I send a picture that's comforting me
A star gets lonely at night
Only if moments are bright
We just can't get enough of us
This is our night
The moon is saying something to us
At all times bright
Her eyes said it all, lips are the softest
Let's go in the wind and get driven by the forces
Let's lay in the wind and get driven by the forces
Do u remember me
Do u remember me
Ms. Hilary
Do u remember me
I'm going overseas
Come fly with me, I'll give you all
I'm going overseas
Come fly with me, I'll give you all
I ache for you, this heart of mine
Don't be afraid to crack a smile my dear
Ohh she said to me what a tragedy
Live happily in life throughout the years
I ache for you, this heart of mine
Don't be afraid to crack a smile my dear
Ohh she said to me what a tragedy
Live happily in life throughout the years
Jöl Mais
people don't realise how influential this man was on modern day trends. not just in music, but in fashion. no one was making 90's and 80's themed mixes in the early 2010's like Theo was. absolutely legendary.
Raw Honesty
People were already doing throwback sounds in early 2010s it was just underground so none of you mainstream heads knew about it.
glenn ross
He's associated with Solange Knowles and now he's (Allegedly)missing.👽
Marsha Grant
Last seen @ Skid Row in LA?!!…Noooo!🥲
Isht Lutz
@Marsha Grant they found him.
Marsha Grant
Found!, Awesomeness!❤️
ChefKellyy
This song should be way bigger, in my opinion this is a timeless song
Jordan Barnett
fell in love with this song 10 years ago, was shocked to see how low the views were.
Ron B.
I concur.
Gonzalo Rubio
2019 and this song aged very well, like a fine wine.