Human
Ben Goldberg, known by his stage name Token, grew up north of Boston, MA. A… Read Full Bio ↴Ben Goldberg, known by his stage name Token, grew up north of Boston, MA. At a young age Ben was introduced to hip-hop and by the age of 6, began writing down his thoughts and emotions from events in his life and expressing himself through poetry. At the age of 10, Ben began putting melody to these lyrics and recording these poems as raps. What had started out as an outlet of expression soon became his passion. Rather than hanging out with friends as most kids his age were doing, Ben stayed at home continuously perfecting his craft and developing his artistry under his now known stage name "Token".

Token began cultivating his fanbase at age 14 after releasing simple videos online of him rapping. By age 16, Token had won multiple online rap contests and has amassed over a million views on his YouTube page. Along with his growing social following online, he began performing all around New England, establishing his live show amongst some known artists. Two of his videos, one of which was made when he was only 14, went viral on Facebook accumulating a total of 6 million views. Fresh off his 17th birthday, Token released a new video that went viral on YouTube and hit a milestone of 500k views in only 3 days and has since passed one million. Having garnered quite a dedicated following, Token has received many celebrity co signs including the likes of T-Pain, Fred Durst (of Limp Bizkit), Platinum Producer Clinton Sparks, RA The Rugged Man and Hollywood star and Boston's own Mark Wahlberg who recently pronounced Token his "new favorite rapper"

In 2016 Token released his debut mixtape "Eraser Shavings"

In 2018 Token released his debut album "Between Somewhere"

Human
Token Lyrics


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I try not to live my life in sin
My time is my castle, I'm the king

But, still I believe in freedom
'cause there's a rhyme to every reason

I'm only Human
I'm just a man
(I'm just a man)
I'm only Human
I do the best I can

I've got a restless heart & soul
My mind is too curious too hold

But, I need the space around me
thou' I need the love to surround me

I'm only Human
I'm just a man
(I'm just a man)
I'm only Human
I do the best I can

I do need the space around me
thou' I need the love to surround me

I'm only Human
I'm just a man
(I'm just a man)
I'm only Human
try to understand
try to understand
try to understand
I'm only....




I do the best I can
(I'm just a man)

Overall Meaning

Token's song "Human" is a vulnerable and introspective piece that delves into the complexities of human nature. In the first verse, Token states that he tries not to live his life in sin, emphasizing his desire to live a life with good intentions. He refers to time as his castle, and himself as the king, implying that he understands the value of time and strives to control his life in a positive way. However, despite his efforts, he acknowledges that he's only human and susceptible to making mistakes. The chorus powerfully reiterates this message, as Token admits that he's just a man trying his best.


Throughout the second verse of the song, Token explores the duality in his personality. He has a restless heart and soul, highlighting his desire for adventure and exploration. Simultaneously, he notes that he needs the love and support of others to thrive, demonstrating his understanding of his own emotional needs. The chorus repeats, emphasizing that while he may have complex desires and needs, he's still only human.


Line by Line Meaning

I try not to live my life in sin
I do my best to live a righteous life, free from immoral behavior or wrongdoing.


My time is my castle, I'm the king
I value my time immensely and believe that I am in control of how I use it.


But, still I believe in freedom
Despite my strong beliefs, I understand and respect that everyone has the right to their own opinions and choices.


'cause there's a rhyme to every reason
I trust that there is meaning and purpose behind every decision and event, even when it is not clear at the time.


I'm only Human
I acknowledge that I am not perfect and am bound to make mistakes.


I'm just a man
I am a human being with flaws, limitations, and imperfections like any other.


I do the best I can
I put forth my best effort in everything I do, knowing that is all I can do.


I've got a restless heart & soul
I have a strong desire for adventure, exploration, and new experiences, both internally and externally.


My mind is too curious to hold
My mind is constantly seeking knowledge, understanding, and deeper insights, sometimes to the point of overwhelm or distraction.


But, I need the space around me
I require time and space to be alone with my thoughts, feelings, and creativity, without external distraction or interruption.


thou' I need the love to surround me
However, I also crave meaningful connections and love from others, as it is essential to my emotional and spiritual wellbeing.


try to understand
I hope that others can empathize with my struggles, limitations, and humanity, and not judge me too harshly.




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ROBERTVANJOVI

Originally formed in Stockholm in 1990, the band split, and didn't release Drummer Patrik Johansson would end up with Malmsteen for one album "Unleash The Fury". Token played intelligent hard rock, with some nice keys, and the occasional modern influence. Band Members : HB Andersson Vocals (1) Johan Sjoberg Guitars Niklas Holmkvist Bass Mikael Rosengren Keyboards Pontus Ageryd Drums (1) Mattias Ahlen Vocals (2) Patrik Johansson Drums (2)

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