I'm Ready
Tricky feat. Francesca Belmonte Lyrics
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Ok, I'm ready
Ok, I'm ready
[Tricky & Francesca:]
Ok, I'm ready, concentrate my mind state heavy
I do a tour and invade like I'm at war no prisoners
What they seeking asylum for
Manufactured and you sound the same
Your voice is not choice and your beats are lame
Round and round we all must go until we die
Round and round we all must go until we die
There's no freedom and we have none
For the reasons you can choose one
Through the seasons yeah we still try
Don't be worried you can feel fine
Don't you hurry they conceal time
They're too greedy you won't get none
They can steal it take your left lung
There's no freedom and you get none
Round and round we all must go until we die
Round and round we all must go until we die
Round and round we all must go until we die
Round and round we all must go until we die
The song "I'm Ready" by Tricky feat. Francesca Belmonte has a rather urgent and pensive feel to it, so much that it starts off with Tricky repeatedly declaring "Ok, I'm ready" as if psyching himself up for the task ahead. The lyrics that follow touch upon some thought-provoking themes such as the lack of freedom and individuality in modern society, and the pressures to conform and stay "contained". Tricky goes on to talk about his touring experiences, likening them to a war where no prisoners are taken, and questions the motives behind seeking asylum when freedom is an illusion that none of us truly have. All of these thoughts are conveyed with a sense of urgency and restlessness, as if time is running out and everyone must make the most of what they have while they can.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Round and round we all must go until we die" several times, hinting at the cyclical and inevitable nature of life, and perhaps suggesting that people are trapped in a never-ending cycle of conformity and lack of freedom. The second verse sees Francesca Belmonte taking over, singing about the struggles of trying to be true to oneself and maintaining one's sanity in a world where greed and selfishness are prevalent. She urges listeners not to be worried and to feel fine, while acknowledging that time is a commodity that is often seized by those who want to control and manipulate others.
Overall, "I'm Ready" is a song that challenges listeners to think more deeply about the nature of freedom, choice, and individuality in a world where conformity and containment seem to be the norm. It is a bold and timely message that combines Tricky's distinctive voice with Belmonte's ethereal and haunting vocals, resulting in a powerful and thought-provoking track.
Line by Line Meaning
Ok, I'm ready
I am mentally prepared and focused
Ok, I'm ready, concentrate my mind state heavy
I am fully prepared to heavily concentrate my mental state
I do a tour and invade like I'm at war no prisoners
During my tours, I perform with an intense and aggressive manner
What they seeking asylum for
Questioning the reasons for seeking refuge or sanctuary
I been insane and I've been contained
I have experienced moments of insanity and confinement
Manufactured and you sound the same
Artificially created, lacking originality or individuality
Your voice is not choice and your beats are lame
Your voice is not impressive and your beats are unappealing
Round and round we all must go until we die
We are all subject to the inevitability of death
There's no freedom and we have none
We do not have true freedom
For the reasons you can choose one
There are multiple reasons for this lack of freedom
Through the seasons yeah we still try
Despite the passing of time, we still strive for freedom
Don't be worried you can feel fine
There is no need to fret, you can feel calm and content
Don't you hurry they conceal time
Time is obscured and should not be rushed
They're too greedy you won't get none
Others are too selfish to share their resources with you
They can steal it take your left lung
Others can take away what is vital to your being without your consent
There's no freedom and you get none
Your personal freedom is restricted
Round and round we all must go until we die
Death is an inescapable part of life
Round and round we all must go until we die
Our lives follow a cyclical pattern, inevitably ending in death
Round and round we all must go until we die
Our existence is a continuous cycle leading to our eventual demise
Round and round we all must go until we die
Life is a non-stop cycle that eventually leads to our end
Contributed by Layla W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@papanovembermusic
Wow, music from an established artist that speaks for itself and doesn't disapoint, second time this month.
@JollyMidnight
I love the "Round and round we all must go until we die" part
Nice song
@watchmenbackup
Epic song man love the beats
@nosaurian
notice how he doesn't use any swear words or improper themes ? also, musically I think it's the best song off that album
@roxidaaa
Best track on the album :)
@feliciabosie4717
Awesome concepts this Tricky
@garik-gr
Badass
@nikironcs5131
még mindig nem találtam Nála jobbat:!
@alinazaranska9135
very interesting
@tooawake5319
2017!