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/
Take And Look
Theophilus London Lyrics
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Let me out and do positive
All I want is to dance, electric lights
Let me see your body
I want to swim also, honey
I'm like a [?] after a [?]
Let me hear, send a fare, but not under the palm tree
Ramabama
Ramabama
Ramabama
Ramabama
All I want is to rock your jolly hips
I do, it's still erotic
I do, it's still erotic
(Let's cruise and look around)
The lyrics to Theophilus London's song "Take And Look" are relatively simple, but they still contain an underlying message. At the surface level, the song seems to be about a person's desire to experience life (i.e., living like a breath) and enjoy things that bring about positivity (i.e., dancing and electric lights). The person is seeking to see and understand the world (i.e., "let me see your body"), and they are also seeking adventure (i.e., wanting to swim).
The line "I'm like a [?] after a [?]" is somewhat unclear, as it's difficult to make out the exact words being sung. However, this line may be referring to the feeling of being lost or uncertain in life. Perhaps the person is seeking guidance or direction, as indicated by the "send a fare" reference.
The repeated chant of "Ramabama" adds to the song's dream-like quality, as if the person is in a trance or meditative state. It could also be interpreted as a nonsensical phrase meant to evoke a feeling or mood. Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of wanderlust and the desire to explore and experience life to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
I want to live like a breath to you
I want to be so close to you that I'm like the air you breathe
Let me out and do positive
Let me out of my own head and spread positivity with you
All I want is to dance, electric lights
All I want to do is dance with you under the bright, electric lights
Let me see your body
Show me your true self, don't hide anything
I want to swim also, honey
I want to experience everything with you, honey
I'm like a [?] after a [?]
I'm like a lost child wandering aimlessly
Let me hear, send a fare, but not under the palm tree
Let me hear your voice and pay for your transportation, but let's not do it under the palm tree where everyone can see us
They may have lost it
Others may think we're crazy or have lost our minds
Ramabama
This is a nonsensical word used for emphasis or rhythm
All I want is to rock your jolly hips
All I want is to make you happy and dance with you
I do, it's still erotic
Even if it's something as innocent as dancing, it's still sensual and exciting
(Let's cruise and look around)
Let's take a drive and explore the world
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Adam Gerrit Pavao, Andrew Wotman, Martin Dupont, Mike Moore, Theophilus Musa II London
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