Jungle Boogie
Tumi Lyrics
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Put your feet up in the passenger seat
I be chief driver to african dreams
Vintage Impalas run in the street
You might see violence when the lions feed
Keep quiet while inside the safari jeep
Snap your pics and ask me things
I'll tell you one plus one equals
Fat cat shit big five attractions
You don't even gotta leave your house for the action
So! introducing the new improved
Nigguh I'll coon for you in a gucci suit
ass backwards upside down like bat shit
well adjusted jackets
Double breasted standards
Punctuated with a verse and stanza
Til the Goddamn King of jungle
Advances
And he's so no nonsense
Think about a Ichabod Crane
And the Horseman
Head first off with it
They stay walking still
So the torso also get divorced innit?
But he livid cuz he living needing Heimlich Maneuver
Undo all the untruths lie different
Thats side two of a vinyl that's not spinning
Haiku got the right to transmit it
So I too get spectacular ad libbing
Nice sentence,
Do more than Mandela's
With anthemic street flows like Venice
In italics I tell it, by letters
When the dynamic vibe get 'em
It's magnetic
Sold to the gentlemen in the nice leathers
Who stroll through the valley looking for adventure
Old as ancestors
Taught through coded hand gestures
Bad mannered intransigents
Bon voyage capitan
We've arrived where life began
In "Jungle Boogie," Tumi takes us on a tour of the African continent, giving us a glimpse of the beauty that lies within it as well as the harsh realities that still exist. The song opens with a note of optimism, with Tumi encouraging listeners to put their feet up and enjoy the ride, with him as the driver leading them to their dreams. He paints a picture of vintage Impalas running through the streets, creating a sense of nostalgia.
However, the illusion of tranquility is soon shattered as he warns of potential violence, asking listeners to keep quiet while inside the safari jeep. Tumi uses the metaphor of the lion feeding to depict the reality of human conflict and the danger it presents. He then goes on to criticize capitalism, using the imagery of 'fat cat shit' to highlight the reality of economic inequality. Tumi tackles the issue of armchair activism, with people experiencing the thrill of the African landscape from the comfort of their homes.
In the second verse, Tumi introduces the 'King of the Jungle,' who's no nonsense and reminiscent of Ichabod Crane and the Horseman. The vivid imagery used in the lyrics creates a sense of chaos and disorder, culminating in the assertion that truth needs to be uncovered. Tumi reflects on the African traditions passed down through generations, the lessons taught through coded hand gestures, creating a sense of connection to the past. The song ends on a hopeful note, with Tumi celebrating the journey back home where life began.
Line by Line Meaning
Welcome to the land of the free
Welcome to Africa where nature is wild and free
Put your feet up in the passenger seat
Relax in the back seat of the safari jeep
I be chief driver to african dreams
I will be your guide to fulfill your African safari dreams
Vintage Impalas run in the street
Old cars roam the streets of Africa
You might see violence when the lions feed
You may witness violent scenes when lions hunt for their prey
Keep quiet while inside the safari jeep
Do not make noise when inside the safari jeep to avoid disturbing the wildlife
Snap your pics and ask me things
Take photos and ask me any questions you may have about Africa
I'll tell you one plus one equals capitalist
I will teach you about capitalism in Africa
Fat cat shit big five attractions
Rich people enjoy attractions like the 'Big Five' wildlife
You don't even gotta leave your house for the action
You can enjoy the African safari experience without leaving your home
So! introducing the new improved
Introducing the new and improved African safari experience
Nigguh I'll coon for you in a gucci suit
I will entertain you like a minstrel in fancy clothes
ass backwards upside down like bat shit
Everything is upside down and confusing like bat droppings
well adjusted jackets
Well-dressed people in suits
Double breasted standards
Formal dress code with double-breasted suits
Punctuated with a verse and stanza
Rhyming lines and stanzas complete the poetic expression
Til the Goddamn King of jungle
Until the mighty king of the jungle appears
Advances
Makes his grand entrance
And he's so no nonsense
The king of the jungle is not joking around
Think about a Ichabod Crane
A reference to a fictional character who faced a dangerous situation
And the Horseman
Another reference to the same fictional character
Head first off with it
Dive straight into it
They stay walking still
The king of the jungle walks slowly and steadily
So the torso also get divorced innit?
The force of the lion's attack can separate the torso from the body
But he livid cuz he living needing Heimlich Maneuver
The lion may choke on its prey and need help to breathe
Undo all the untruths lie different
Change your perspective to reveal the truth behind the falsehoods
Thats side two of a vinyl that's not spinning
That's the other side of an unused vinyl record
Haiku got the right to transmit it
Haiku poetry has the ability to convey truth
So I too get spectacular ad libbing
I also have impressive improvisational skills
Nice sentence,
Good job with the words
Do more than Mandela's
Do something greater than Nelson Mandela did
With anthemic street flows like Venice
With powerful and inspiring rhythms like those heard on the streets of Venice
In italics I tell it, by letters
Using italicized letters, I passionately express my message
When the dynamic vibe get 'em
When the energetic rhythm captures them
It's magnetic
It's irresistible
Sold to the gentlemen in the nice leathers
The well-dressed men are captivated by the music
Who stroll through the valley looking for adventure
The men wander through the valley seeking new experiences
Old as ancestors
As old as our forefathers
Taught through coded hand gestures
Passed down through secret hand motions
Bad mannered intransigents
Rude and stubborn people
Bon voyage capitan
Goodbye, captain
We've arrived where life began
We have reached the birthplace of humanity
Contributed by Eli V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@groke5897
That beat and flow is insane.
@jakonrad161
the flow is tight!
@fefefeferi8018
énorme !!! ce morceau est énorme !!! l'album magic !!! un régal !!!
@margomarlaine3132
Awesome!
@SeaBearDream
awesome flow !
@menthosonthegoghst
Salute!
@solenne6109
du grand Chinese Man comme toujours !!
@teenapayne6481
nasty beat
@ismaellandero5461
I really love dance with this song
@emmyluv4281
I love it