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/
Lisa
Theophilus London Lyrics
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Just might be the one
Helped me see the light opened up my mi-ind
And made me whole the fire in me
Drives me overboard i'm lost in here
Take me far and wild take me to the sea-ea
And bring me home home
Hey Lisa I wanna tell you everything
Hey Lisa been hanging by the telephone
Oh Lisa, my Lisa said I want cha body
Said I need, your body
Said I want cha body right now
Said I want cha body i need, your body
I want cha body right now
You take my hand hold me make me your o-own
And drain my pain (um um) inspire the young
And all who believe-eve
That time will change-ange (oh oh)
Ti-ti-time again
I'm going to catch the city (ay ay)
Before the morning light (ay ay)
Ti-ti-time again
I'll meet you in the city (oh oh)
And look you in your eyes
And tell you (hey) baby!
Hey Lisa why don't chu come over
(why don't you come over)
Hey Ashley I wanna tell you everything
(I'll tell you all)
Hey Lisa hanging by the telephone
(handing by the phone)
Oh Lisa (hey Lisa) , my Lisa (say Lisa)
Said I want cha body
Said I need, your (oh oh) body
Said I (my lisa) want cha body right now
Said I (my lisa) want cha body (right now)
I need (oh oh) , your body
I want (my lisa) cha body right now
So hey Lisa, keep hanging by your phone girl
(fading out) keep hanging by your phone girl
The lyrics to Theophilus London's song "Lisa" tell a story of longing and desire for a person named Lisa. The singer expresses a deep connection and belief that Lisa might be the one for them. Lisa is portrayed as someone who has helped the singer see the light, opened up their mind, and made them feel complete. The fire within them is driven to the point of being lost, but they want Lisa to take them on an adventure, to the sea, and bring them back home. The chorus repeats the name Lisa, emphasizing the urgency and intensity of the singer's desire for her body. They want her, they need her, and they want her body right now. The second verse talks about how Lisa has the power to make the singer feel owned, drain their pain, and inspire others who believe that time can bring change. They promise to catch the city before the morning light and meet Lisa there, looking into her eyes and expressing their desire for her.
Line by Line Meaning
Time II believe-eve that you-u
I have come to believe that you might be the one.
Just might be the one
You could possibly be the person I've been searching for.
Helped me see the light opened up my mi-ind
You have enlightened me and opened my mind to new possibilities.
And made me whole the fire in me
You completed me and ignited a passionate fire within me.
Drives me overboard i'm lost in here
My intense feelings for you overwhelm me and I feel lost in love.
Take me far and wild take me to the sea-ea
Take me on an adventurous journey, away from reality, to a place of freedom and tranquility.
And bring me home home
Ultimately, I want to return to the comfort and familiarity of home with you.
Hey Lisa why don't you come ov-er
I would love for you, Lisa, to visit me.
Hey Lisa I wanna tell you everything
There are so many things I want to share and confess to you, Lisa.
Hey Lisa been hanging by the telephone
I've been anxiously waiting for your call, Lisa.
Oh Lisa, my Lisa said I want cha body
Oh Lisa, my dear Lisa, I desire your physical presence and intimacy.
Said I need, your body
I yearn for the connection and closeness of your body.
Said I want cha body right now
I feel a strong desire to be physically intimate with you in this very moment.
You take my hand hold me make me your o-own
When you hold my hand, it feels like you're claiming me, making me exclusively yours.
And drain my pain (um um) inspire the young
You have the power to alleviate my emotional pain and inspire the younger generation.
And all who believe-eve
Not only me but anyone who believes in you and your influence.
That time will change-ange (oh oh)
We have faith that time will bring about transformation and improvement.
Ti-ti-time again
Once more, in the passage of time.
I'm going to catch the city (ay ay)
I will seize and conquer the city.
Before the morning light (ay ay)
I will do so before the break of dawn.
Ti-ti-time again
Again, in the passing of time.
I'll meet you in the city (oh oh)
I will rendezvous with you in the city.
And look you in your eyes
I will gaze into your eyes.
And tell you (hey) baby!
And, with affection, I will express my feelings to you, my dear!
Hey Lisa why don't chu come over
Hey Lisa, why don't you come over to my place?
(why don't you come over)
I'm inviting you warmly to visit me.
Hey Ashley I wanna tell you everything
Hey Ashley, there is a lot I want to confide in you.
(I'll tell you all)
I am ready to share every detail with you.
Hey Lisa hanging by the telephone
Hey Lisa, I've been waiting anxiously by the phone for your call.
(handing by the phone)
I've been eagerly anticipating your communication.
Oh Lisa (hey Lisa) , my Lisa (say Lisa)
Oh Lisa, my beloved Lisa, I address you affectionately.
Said I want cha body
I desire your physical presence and intimacy.
Said I need, your (oh oh) body
I require the connection and closeness of your body.
Said I (my lisa) want cha body right now
I am expressing my strong desire to be physically intimate with you, Lisa, at this very moment.
Said I (my lisa) want cha body (right now)
I'm emphasizing my desire for your body, Lisa, urgently and immediately.
I need (oh oh) , your body
I yearn for your body, craving the physical connection between us.
I want (my lisa) cha body right now
I intensely desire your body, Lisa, with a sense of urgency.
So hey Lisa, keep hanging by your phone girl
Hey Lisa, continue to patiently wait by your phone, dear.
(fading out) keep hanging by your phone girl
As the song fades out, it suggests to keep waiting for that anticipated call, Lisa.
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identity crisis
IM ADDICTED TO THIS SONG JFC PUT THIS BACK ON SPOTIFY
Treshaun McKnight
RIGHT
LitQueen3
this track makes me think of cudi's "jamie." very different, but they're both amazing songs
identity crisis
2020 i’m still here listening to this 🥺
KSUBI KAYY
We’ll be back, every now and again
Brielle Santiago
same 🥺
Alan Amari
Put this shit back on Spotify Ffs
MassiniMonster
Good track!
identity crisis
HELLO IM STILL WAITING PUT THIS BACK ON SPOITIFY OR AT LEAST SOUNDCLOUD
Issiaka johnson
2021 I'm still here...