Takudzwa Victoria Rosa Maidza, known by her stage name Tkay Maidza is an Au… Read Full Bio ↴Takudzwa Victoria Rosa Maidza, known by her stage name Tkay Maidza is an Australian singer and rapper, born in Zimbabwe in 1996. Her father is an industrial chemist and her mother is a metallurgist. In 2001, her family moved to Australia when she was five years old. They lived in Perth and Kalgoorlie in Western Australia and in Whyalla in South Australia before relocating to Adelaide in 2010. She released her debut album "Tkay" on October 28, 2016.

Ghost
Tkay Maidza Lyrics

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If you wanna go there, give me some time
If you wanna know whether is it your life
They′re heading for me, they don't know the true from the lie
They′re heading for me, they don't know the true from the lie

Anyone follow wanna see me go
Side by side they sit and bow
I keep it tight like a virgin show

When they see me fly one virgin ports
Tim to the country when enter dough
Wanna shame in us, I will fold it, ah
Just been a minute I'm calling shots
I only pass checks, you passing shots
Plus you pass gimme I said flux
Here to act up, no empire love
What an empire is I′m costing clouds
Could have been uprising states and clubs
5422 catch me bad, in the crimson 4 by 4 I did
Time goes for you too catch me
I′m in but you won't know where that is

If you wanna go there, give me some time
If you wanna know whether is it your life
They′re heading for me, they don't know the true from the lie
They′re heading for me, they don't know the true from the lie

I don′t shake 'cause they don't wanna show it′s weak
They often make believe
They don′t have a decent fee
Mix vibes when they deface me
Displace me, I'm treading on a tip daily
It′s day to day basis, criminal they put me out don't remember faces
Got a live they hear and I hit it
Got the right to be here so I take it
Move back I don′t do that, that's a wrong lane??? now I don′t play
Who's that they don't make no diff
True steps where the hoops that
I run that new kicks with a spand outfit
I work hard as I play no quit
Mind chop but it′s in your bucks
Give time and the truth will hit

If you wanna go there, give me some time
If you wanna know whether is it your life
They′re heading for me, they don't know the true from the lie
They′re heading for me, they don't know the true from the lie
If you won′t give it, give it, give it
If you won't give it, give it time tonight
Don′t say you will, don't say you will
Don't say you will, don′t say you will
If you won′t give it, give it, give it
If you won't give it, give it time tonight
Don′t say you will, don't say you will
Don′t say you will, don't say you will

No one expect you keep on playing
No one expect you keep on playing
No one expect you keep on playing
What is your he keep on playing
Thought that right on a decent day
Been on site but a decent place

No one expect you keep on playing
No one expect you keep on playing
No one expect you keep on playing
What is your he keep on playing
Thought that right on a decent day
Been on site but a decent place

So tell me what you want
They whisper they won′t show too
'Cause this could be???
Seem fine but they don't see lairs on

So tell me what you want
They whisper they won′t show too
′Cause this could be???
Seem fine but they don't see lairs on

If you wanna go there, give me some time
If you wanna know whether is it your life
They′re heading for me, they don't know the true from the lie
They′re heading for me, they don't know the true from the lie.

If you wanna go there, give me some time
If you wanna know whether is it your life

They′re heading for me, they don't know the true from the lie
They're heading for me, they don′t know the true from the lie.

Overall Meaning

The song "Ghost" by Tkay Maidza is a haunting and enigmatic piece about the struggle to maintain one's sanity and sense of self in a world that seems to be constantly pushing back against the individual. The lyrics are cryptic and fragmented, but seem to suggest a narrative of someone who is being pursued by unknown forces that are seeking to silence them or control their thoughts and actions. The repeated refrain of "If you wanna go there, give me some time" suggests a sense of defiance and resistance, as if the singer is determined to fight back against these hostile forces, even if it means taking a stand alone.

Throughout the song, there are references to themes of power, control, and manipulation. The lines "They're heading for me, they don't know the true from the lie" and "They don't have a decent fee / Mix vibes when they deface me" suggest a struggle against unseen forces that are using tactics of misinformation and psychological manipulation to try and control the singer. Meanwhile, lines like "I keep it tight like a virgin show" and "Got the right to be here so I take it" suggest a sense of empowerment and autonomy, as if the singer is determined to take control of their own life and destiny, even in the face of overwhelming opposition.

Overall, "Ghost" is a powerful and evocative song that captures the struggle of trying to stay true to oneself in a world that seems determined to thwart individuality and control the thoughts and behaviors of its citizens.

Line by Line Meaning

If you wanna go there, give me some time
If you want to explore this topic/relationship, I need some space to prepare myself emotionally and mentally

If you wanna know whether is it your life
If you want to understand if this is the right path for you

They're heading for me, they don't know the true from the lie
People are coming after me without knowing what's real and what's not

Anyone follow wanna see me go
Anyone's watching and waiting for me to mess up

Side by side they sit and bow
Everyone's in it together, waiting for my downfall

I keep it tight like a virgin show
I'm careful and in control of my situation, like a well-rehearsed virgin show (referring to a theatrical production with inexperienced cast members)

When they see me fly one virgin ports
When I succeed, everyone will be surprised and shocked like they've never experienced it before

Tim to the country when enter dough
Moving to the countryside when finances allow it

Wanna shame in us, I will fold it, ah
If anyone tries to shame me, I will just move on and ignore it

Just been a minute I'm calling shots
I'm in control of my own life and decisions

I only pass checks, you passing shots
I only focus on achieving success, while others are busy criticizing

Plus you pass gimme I said flux
You ask me for favours, but I'm not interested

Here to act up, no empire love
I'm here to make my own way and not be part of anyone else's empire

What an empire is I'm costing clouds
I'm unaware of what an empire truly is (possibly sarcastic), but I'm living my life to the fullest

Could have been uprising states and clubs
I could have taken a different path, but I chose this one

5422 catch me bad, in the crimson 4 by 4 I did
Referencing a car model and location, unclear meaning

Time goes for you too catch me
Everyone's time is limited and eventually you'll catch up to me

I'm in but you won't know where that is
I'm in the game, but my location and position are unknown

I don't shake 'cause they don't wanna show it's weak
I'm not afraid to face challenges, while others try to hide their weaknesses

They often make believe
They pretend and act as if everything is alright

They don't have a decent fee
They're not worth what they claim to be

Mix vibes when they deface me
They send mixed signals and criticize me behind my back

Displace me, I'm treading on a tip daily
They try to push me out, but I'm always on my toes ready to adapt

It's day to day basis, criminal they put me out don't remember faces
Every day is a new struggle, and those who try to harm me will not be able to hide behind their anonymity

Got a live they hear and I hit it
I have a life and I'm enjoying it to the fullest

Got the right to be here so I take it
I have the right to exist and be successful, and I will take advantage of it

Move back I don't do that, that's a wrong lane??? now I don't play
I don't step back or take a different path, that's just not who I am

Who's that they don't make no diff
I don't care who's trying to bring me down, it won't make a difference to me

True steps where the hoops that
True success is achieved through hard work and dedication

I run that new kicks with a spand outfit
I'm staying stylish, even when I'm casually dressed

I work hard as I play no quit
I work hard and I never give up, even when it gets tough

Mind chop but it's in your bucks
I'm mentally tough and resilient, and it shows in my success

Give time and the truth will hit
If you're patient, the true nature of things will reveal itself (referring to both positive and negative aspects)

If you won't give it, give it, give it
If you're unwilling to open up

If you won't give it, give it time tonight
If you're not willing to open up right now, give it time and try again later

Don't say you will, don't say you will
Don't make promises you're not willing to keep

If you won't give it, give it, give it
If you're unwilling to open up

If you won't give it, give it time tonight
If you're not willing to open up right now, give it time and try again later

Don't say you will, don't say you will
Don't make promises you're not willing to keep

No one expect you keep on playing
No one expects you to keep going and pushing yourself

What is your he keep on playing
What motivates you to keep going despite the challenges?

Thought that right on a decent day
When everything seems to be going well and life is good

Been on site but a decent place
Been to many different locations, but still searching for the right place

So tell me what you want
Express your desires and intentions

They whisper they won't show too
They talk behind my back, but won't confront me directly

'Cause this could be???
Unclear meaning

Seem fine but they don't see lairs on
Everything may seem okay on the surface, but there are lies and deceit lurking beneath

Writer(s): Jessica Higgs, Takudzwa Maidza, Harrison Rodrigues, Christopher Emerson

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