Shadows
Tinie Tempah Feat. Bipolar Sunshine Lyrics
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But I see your angel, don't act young and wasteful
Come to the garden and let your guard down
Come to your senses it will all be clear
Yeah, yeah (ah)
I tell these stunners I'm stone cold and Austin Powers
Too busy working, all my niggas talking about power
When the money goes and friendships turn sour
Still rapping with soul 'cause I never sold mine
For the whole time did it without a co-sign
They can't approach their shit the way I approach mine
Dumi knew that he stumbled on a gold mine
They think you bust and it's all roses and daffodils
I could have moved off ends, but I'm in Hackney still
I could have S-curled my hair, my hair is nappy still
I showed you the most how to make the most out of crappy deal
Opened doors everybody getting signed now
I'm having dinner with greatest of all times now
I never do it off of the top, still gotta write it down
Ask the hackers, all the bars is on my iCloud
Still fresher than Brooke Beckham and Ash Ketchum
Took my 'ghini back to Plumstead and back to Peckham
Today's beef then tomorrow you're friends
Rappers follow you, unfollow you, then follow you again
Don't let no writers in my ghost sound borrow no pen
I tell him a man his face I got a problem with him, straight
Uh, I can take your girl in woven sandals
And turn her to Naomi Campbell
Horror stories, I'm so weary of divorce
I might move to North Korea because my career is headed north
You ain't see us in the wagon then I swear it was the Porsche
Take my niggas to LA where this ain't against the law
I ain't scared of no lawsuit, word to my tailor
I didn't even ask Calvin when he took us out to Vegas
They wanna see us down, they don't want see us up
And when Harry cuts his hair, whole world going nuts
You are more than able, of cutting through that cable
But I see your angel, don't act young and wasteful
Come to the garden and let your guard down
Come to your senses it will all be clear
I just wanna be the light you wanna see
The star in your eyes, the glimmer in the shadow
I just wanna (I just wanna be) be the light you wanna see (the light you wanna see)
The star in your eyes, the glimmer in the shadow
Let me roll with you and I'll find
Let me roll with you, all the pieces in your grand design
In the song "Shadows," Tinie Tempah featuring Bipolar Sunshine urges a person to let their guard down and trust in themselves. The opening lines, "You are more than able, of cutting through the cable, But I see your angel, don't act young and wasteful," suggests that the person is capable of overcoming any obstacle, but should not waste their potential by acting recklessly. Tinie Tempah wants the person to come to the garden and be in touch with their senses, indicating that making rational decisions can lead to clarity. The song serves as Tinie Tempah's reminder to himself to stay true to who he is and his roots while navigating the music industry. He describes the struggles that come with his success and the importance of loyalty and keeping his promise to himself.
In the lyrics of "Shadows," Tinie Tempah references his commitment to musical integrity by saying he "still raps with soul" and refuses to sell his artistry. He also highlights his beginnings in Hackney and his commitment to staying true to himself, even when facing challenges. However, he is still able to show off his success, such as having dinners with the "greatest of all times" and owning a Lamborghini, but never forgetting his roots. The song also has a message of the power of loyalty and friendship, even when faced with financial instability.
Line by Line Meaning
You are more than able, of cutting through the cable
You have the capability to free yourself from the things that hold you back.
But I see your angel, don't act young and wasteful
I see the good in you, don't let your youth and inexperience lead to recklessness.
Come to the garden and let your guard down
Come to a peaceful place and allow yourself to be vulnerable.
Come to your senses it will all be clear
If you allow yourself to see things clearly, you will understand what you need to do.
I just wanna be the light you wanna see
I want to be someone who inspires you and gives you hope.
The star in your eyes, the glimmer in the shadow
I want to be the one that shines in your life, even when things are dark and uncertain.
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ADIO MARCHANT, LOVY LONGOMBA, PATRICK OKOGWU, RECELLA DE GUIA, TERREL PARHAM
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LOTNS
"Still rapping with soul cos i never sold mine" easily my best line from this song
Sam Higo
I got sorta like avelino vibes with that line was fucking sick
LOTNS
MATE! YES!
M L
That line stood out straight away for me.
Big up Tinie. ๐๐ฝ
coolow100x
The beat on this is insane & Tinie's verse is crazy
Winnie Silpah
One of my favourites from this album ๐คค how come it doesn't have more views? Tis a masterpiece ๐คฏ๐ฅ๐
IN-TRESTIN Network
It is a masterpiece, this definitely went over a lot of heads
jasonjay81
My fav on the album!! Tinie is a legend hands down!!๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐๐ฟ๐๐ฟ๐๐ฟ
Laura Dove
Tinie's verse was amazing