My Flowers
Tkay Maidza Lyrics


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Why is it hard to lie, but easy for me to bite?
I don't want nobody to save me
I got me, I got me
I am too young to die, I'm feeling too old to cry
I don't think that you can save me
I got me, I got me

These are my flowers, these are my flowers
These are my flowers, these are my flowers
My petals fly, they can fly, they can fly
But they can fall if I don't take my time
These are my flowers (yeah)
These are my flowers (yeah)
These are my flowers (yeah)
These are my flowers (yeah)
My petals fly, they can fly, they can fly (fly)
But they can fall if I don't take my time (yeah)

Flying up, pretty, pretty, pretty bird
Tryin' to get how the city work
But it ain't easy for pretty bird (ayy)
All they didn't say (say)
Only when something is really worth it (really, though)

I get my rhythm, but I lose sight long
Terminal building a vision right strong
I seen it work, not being rehearsed
But I got things to deal with first
I have some days when I be feeling low
I gotta look at it and be persistent
Sometimes they're askin' me what this is for
I gotta ask about what they believe in, 'cause

These are my flowers, these are my flowers
These are my flowers, these are my flowers
My petals fly, they can fly, they can fly
But they can fall if I don't take my time
These are my flowers (yeah)
These are my flowers (yeah)
These are my flowers (yeah)
These are my flowers (yeah)
My petals fly, they can fly, they can fly (fly)
But they can fall if I don't take my time (yeah)

Miss independent, miss automatic ('matic)
Tkay been on it, not problematic ('matic)
Gettin' a fifth and they all been static (static)
Another opinion painting the ceiling (yeah)
Another internal battle I'm killing, dealing with

Feeling sick at the world, from the top, from the flick of your wrist
Under the radar opportunist
I go stealth-mode, throw my cell phone
Sharper elbows, now they smell smoke
Feel their neck choke

These are my flowers I harvest up to the world
Some of my flowers grow, some of my flowers fold
Fast with the bullet hole inside the shell
You probably dancing and find a pole

There she goes, flower child so underestimated (yeah)
So I'm not complacent (yeah)
My family's sacrifice so all I got ain't going wasted
I'll try my best and hope that I can make it
The plan to see so I can do what has been done for me 'cause

These are my flowers, these are my flowers
These are my flowers, these are my flowers
My petals fly, they can fly, they can fly
But they can fall if I don't take my time
These are my flowers (yeah), these are my flowers (yeah)
These are my flowers (yeah), these are my flowers (yeah)
My petals fly, they can fly, they can fly (fly)
But they can fall if I don't take my time (yeah)

(These are my flowers)
They take all the pain, it suffer us
(These are my flowers)
And they just need some time, time, time
(These are my flowers)
They take all the pain, it suffer us




(These are my flowers)
And they just need some time, time, time

Overall Meaning

The song "My Flowers" by Tkay Maidza is about self-resilience and persistence. The lyrics reflect the artist's ability to rely on herself when facing challenges, without relying on external sources, such as other people. In the first verse, the artist expresses the difficulty of lying and how easy it is for her to bite. She refuses to allow anyone to save her as she is too young to die but too old to cry. The repetition of the phrase "I got me, I got me" emphasizes the independence of the artist's character. The chorus, "these are my flowers," reflects the artist's ability to nurture and take ownership of her growth and personal journey. She acknowledges that her petals can fly, but she must take her time, or they can fall, highlighting her commitment to taking her time to achieve her goals.


The second verse of the song starts with the phrase "Flying up, pretty, pretty, pretty bird / Tryin' to get how the city work / But it ain't easy for pretty bird." This lyric metaphorically represents how the artist flies high, trying to navigate through life's trials and tribulations in the city but still faces difficulties. She recites the idea of having to work hard and spend time perfecting her craft to achieve success while recognizing that it is not easy. The repetition of "These are my flowers" throughout the track reflects the artist's unwavering sense of ownership and individualism.


Line by Line Meaning

Why is it hard to lie, but easy for me to bite?
It's easier for me to speak the truth, even if it may hurt someone, than to hold back and be dishonest.


I don't want nobody to save me
I am capable of handling my own life and don't need anyone to come to my rescue.


I got me, I got me
I have confidence in myself and believe that I can take care of myself.


I am too young to die, I'm feeling too old to cry
I feel like I have lived a lot, even though I am still young, and have experienced enough to not have to cry about things anymore.


I don't think that you can save me
Even if someone tried to help me, I believe that I can take care of myself and don't need saving.


These are my flowers, these are my flowers...
I am proud of my accomplishments, represented here by my flowers, and recognize that it takes time and care to maintain them.


My petals fly, they can fly, they can fly
My accomplishments can be celebrated and admired, but they remain fragile and easily damaged.


But they can fall if I don't take my time (yeah)
If I'm not careful and don't give my accomplishments the time and attention they deserve, they can be lost or damaged.


Flying up, pretty, pretty, pretty bird
I want to soar high and achieve great things, like a bird flying in the sky.


Tryin' to get how the city work
I am trying to navigate the complexities of city life and make my way in the world.


But it ain't easy for pretty bird (ayy)
Although I may seem like I have it all together and look pretty, achieving my goals and making a name for myself is not easy.


All they didn't say (say)
There may be people who doubt or underestimate me, but their opinions don't matter to me.


Only when something is really worth it (really, though)
I only consider someone's opinion if I feel like they have something valuable to offer and it's worth my time and energy to listen to them.


Feelin' sick at the world, from the top, from the flick of your wrist
Sometimes the world and the people in it can make me feel overwhelmed and sick, even from simple actions or gestures.


Under the radar opportunist
I am always on the lookout for opportunities to advance and succeed, even if it means going unnoticed or behind the scenes.


I go stealth-mode, throw my cell phone
I sometimes need to disconnect from the world and go into 'stealth-mode' to focus on myself and my goals.


Sharper elbows, now they smell smoke
I am willing to be competitive and assertive when necessary, and my success may make others uncomfortable or envious.


There she goes, flower child so underestimated (yeah)
People may underestimate me because I am young, but I am strong and capable.


So I'm not complacent (yeah)
I am constantly pushing myself to do better and achieve more, and won't settle for mediocrity.


My family's sacrifice so all I got ain't going wasted
My family has made sacrifices to support me, and I want to make sure that I make the most of my opportunities and live up to their expectations.


I'll try my best and hope that I can make it
I may not know exactly what the future holds, but I am determined to do my best and achieve my goals.


They take all the pain, it suffer us
My accomplishments, represented by my flowers, may have required hard work and sacrifice, but they are worth it in the end.


And they just need some time, time, time
I need to be patient and continue to nurture and care for my accomplishments, because they will continue to grow and thrive over time.




Writer(s): Takudzwa Maidza, Dan Farber

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