Uno cemented himself as a pillar of the rap scene in 2015, taking the underground by storm with the release of his No More Thotties mixtape and songs like "Parkin' Lot Pimpin'," "Giuseppe Swag," and "WHAT." Uno would respond to the craving for new music held by his fans for two years by releasing his debut studio mixtape Live.Shyne.Die in late 2017.
A desire for musical experimentation led to his mid-2018 EP Limbus. The series' second installment would release in December of that same year. This trend of experimentation would continue itself with the release of Uno's Deadication remix project in mid-2019.
Uno delivered Deadication II: Lost Files in early 2020, a mixtape containing vaulted songs dating back to 2017. In mid-2020, Uno released his highly-anticipated debut studio album, 8, which included popular tracks "Das Him," "Night Mode," and "Can't Go."
At the beginning of 2021, Uno would release his sophomore studio album, Unoverse, a 10-track LP that would mark his first independent release since his 2017 EP Sorry for the Wait. The project featured standout cuts "Taco Bell" and "Opp Pack." ~ Alexander L. & Hamed T.
Where Were U
UNOTHEACTIVIST Lyrics
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Phew (Screw you, firemane)
Phew phew, phew
Where were you? Where were you? (Where?)
Where were you? (Where?)
Where the fuck was you (Yeah, ah)
Where was you at? I was in them feels
Where were you? Where were you? (Where?)
I got tired of waitin' on that love (Where?)
Got impatient, took them drugs (Where?)
Where was you? Used to hang like a parachute
(Where?) now you look so perishable
(Where?)
Tryna act like I'm embarassin' you (Where?)
Green at the top like carrots do
At the top with the green like the carrot do
(Where?)
Don't talk to be me, bitch, keep the cute
(Where?)
When you talk your green, better keep it mute
On the Sensu bean, it's time to reboot
(Sex on the bean)
I'm thinkin' it's time to rebuke (Where?)
I'm textin' my hoes like
"It's time to regroup" (Where?)
I trapped out the Tesla
Go gat through the roof (Where?)
Where was you? You was nowhere around
I kick shit down like a way around
I'm a lost kid just tryna find my way around
All this guilt be weighing me down
Where were you? Where were you? (Where?)
Where were you? (Where?)
Where the fuck was you (Yeah, ah)
Where was you at? I was in them feels
(Where?)
Where were you? Where were you? (Where?)
I got tired of waitin' on that love (Where?)
Got impatient, took them drugs (Where?)
R-E-V-E-N-G-E, everybody wanna be so elite
Nobody wan' be RIP, me and my buddy in GLE
(O oh)
I'm on dirt, but I'm keepin' it clean
Fit real nice but I'm keepin' it mean
(O oh)
Ass on my letter, her booty is so soft
I snuck in the club with
My youngin' and beans (Yeah)
Tell 'em I'm feelin' like Sosa, no Cozart
Lean in my soda, my cup wanna throw up
I'm tryna be sober, I'm stuck in a dream
(Oh) she a leftover, she think that I love
Her, but she it is a cover
In love with codeine try to be humble
I'm poppin' but she in love with the Celine
Where were you? Where were you? (Where?)
Where were you? (Where?)
Where the fuck was you (Yeah, ah)
Where was you at? I was in them feels
(Where?)
Where were you? Where were you? (Where?)
I got tired of waitin' on that love (Where?)
Got impatient, took them drugs (Where?)
Where were you? Where were you? (Where?)
Where were you? (Where?)
Where was you when I was down
With no way to begin? (Oh)
Where was you at? I was in them feels
(Where?)
Where were you? Where were you? (Where?)
I got tired of waitin' on that love (Where?)
Got impatient, took them drugs (Where?)
The lyrics to UnoTheActivist's song "Where Were U" touch on themes of betrayal, longing, impatience, and self-medication.
The opening lines of "Where were you? Where were you?" express a sense of frustration and questioning towards someone who was absent during a difficult time. This person is being called out for their absence with the use of explicit language. The repeated refrain emphasizes the lingering feelings of being let down.
The lyrics continue to explore the singer's emotional state and their coping mechanisms. They mention being in a vulnerable place and seeking solace in drugs. The mention of impatience suggests that waiting for love or support became too difficult, leading them to rely on substances to fill that void.
The following verses introduce a shift in tone, with the focus turning towards the singer's image and how others perceive them. The line "Used to hang like a parachute, now you look so perishable" suggests that the dynamics in their relationships have changed, and the subject of the song is now trying to distance themselves from the singer. The mention of green and carrots could symbolize envy and wealth, implying that the singer's success or reputation is causing tension in their relationships.
There is a mention of communication issues, with the line "Don't talk to me, bitch, keep it cute." This suggests that the singer is tired of insincere conversations, especially when money is involved. They feel the need to keep others quiet about their financial situation.
The lyrics then shift to using language that references anime. The mention of "Sensu bean" and "reboot" could allude to the idea of starting fresh or finding a way to heal from past hurts. The line "I trapped out the Tesla, go gat through the roof" could imply a sense of rebellion or pushing boundaries, as well as a desire to escape unsupportive environments.
The chorus is repeated again, questioning where the absent person was when the singer needed them the most. They express feelings of being let down and resorting to drugs as a result.
The outro expands on the theme of betrayal or lack of support. The lyrics mention feeling lost and without a starting point. The question "Where was you at?" is repeated, emphasizing the feeling of abandonment. The use of drugs again is mentioned as a way to cope with the pain and disappointment.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of frustration, longing, and unresolved emotions. The song explores themes of betrayal, the inability to find support from others, and the resulting reliance on self-medication. It reflects the singer's journey towards processing and coming to terms with these experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Where were you? Where were you? (Where?)
I'm questioning your absence and wondering where you were when I needed you, emphasizing the uncertainty and frustration.
Where the fuck was you (Yeah, ah)
I'm expressing anger and disbelief at your absence in a more explicit and aggressive manner.
Where was you at? I was in them feels (Where?)
I'm questioning your location, while also informing you that I was going through intense emotions at that time.
I got tired of waitin' on that love (Where?)
I grew weary of waiting for your love and support, indicating impatience and a desire for action.
Got impatient, took them drugs (Where?)
I couldn't handle the waiting any longer, so I resorted to using drugs to cope with my emotions.
Where was you? Used to hang like a parachute (Where?)
I'm asking where you were when we used to be close and rely on each other, comparing our past relationship to the support provided by a parachute.
Now you look so perishable (Where?)
You appear fragile and temporary now, contrasting with our previous strong bond.
Tryna act like I'm embarrassin' you (Where?)
You're attempting to make me feel ashamed or awkward, questioning why you're treating me this way.
Green at the top like carrots do
Referring to having success and wealth, with 'green' symbolizing money, similar to how carrots have green leaves at the top.
At the top with the green like the carrot do (Where?)
I'm emphasizing my position of success and wealth, comparing it to the image of a carrot on the top with green foliage.
Don't talk to be me, bitch, keep the cute (Where?)
I'm asserting that I don't want you to talk to me anymore, using derogatory language to express my frustration, and suggesting that you should remain silent.
When you talk your green, better keep it mute
If you're boasting about your wealth or success, it's best for you to stay quiet and not mention it to me.
On the Sensu bean, it's time to reboot (Sex on the bean)
Referring to the Sensu Bean, a fictional item from Dragon Ball Z that heals fatigue, I'm suggesting that it's time for us to start fresh and renew our relationship.
I'm thinkin' it's time to rebuke (Where?)
I'm considering rejecting or dismissing you completely, indicating that I believe it's necessary for our well-being.
I'm textin' my hoes like 'It's time to regroup' (Where?)
I'm reaching out to my romantic interests, informing them that it's time for us to come together and strategize.
I trapped out the Tesla, go gat through the roof (Where?)
I sold drugs out of a Tesla vehicle, making significant profits, highlighting my involvement in illegal activities and success in the hustle.
You was nowhere around
You were completely absent and unavailable to me, indicating your lack of support or presence during difficult times.
I kick shit down like a way around
I'm resilient and determined, overcoming obstacles and finding alternative paths to achieve my goals.
I'm a lost kid just tryna find my way around
I feel lost and aimless, trying to navigate through life and find my purpose and direction.
All this guilt be weighing me down
I carry a heavy burden of guilt and remorse, feeling overwhelmed and weighed down by my past actions and mistakes.
R-E-V-E-N-G-E, everybody wanna be so elite
I spell out the word 'revenge' to emphasize the desire for retaliation, highlighting how everyone desires to be superior and exceptional.
Nobody wan' be RIP, me and my buddy in GLE (O oh)
No one wants to be dead or in a rest in peace state, but my friend and I are in our high-end luxury car (Mercedes-Benz GLE) enjoying ourselves.
I'm on dirt, but I'm keepin' it clean
Despite being involved in illegal activities or having a rough background, I maintain a polished and respectable image.
Fit real nice but I'm keepin' it mean (O oh)
I may dress well and present myself in an appealing manner, but deep down, I maintain a tough and formidable attitude.
Ass on my letter, her booty is so soft
I have an explicit and sexual encounter with someone, appreciating their soft and attractive buttocks.
I snuck in the club with my youngin' and beans (Yeah)
I entered the club discreetly with my younger companion and a bag of drugs, indicating my involvement in unlawful activities.
Tell 'em I'm feelin' like Sosa, no Cozart
I compare myself to Chief Keef (Sosa) without his alter ego Cozart, suggesting that I feel powerful and influential in my own right.
Lean in my soda, my cup wanna throw up
I mix lean (codeine) with soda, causing my cup to overflow, symbolizing excessive drug use and a strong intoxication effect.
I'm tryna be sober, I'm stuck in a dream
Despite my desire to be sober and clear-headed, I find myself trapped in a haze or illusionary state, possibly due to drug use.
She a leftover, she think that I love her
Referring to a woman as a disposable or insignificant leftover from a previous relationship or encounter, while she mistakenly believes I have strong feelings for her.
But she it is a cover, in love with codeine
Her belief in our connection is merely a facade, as my true love and attachment is directed towards codeine (a type of drug).
Try to be humble, I'm poppin' but she in love with the Celine
I attempt to remain modest or down-to-earth, but she becomes infatuated with the expensive fashion brand Celine, symbolizing her materialistic nature.
Where was you when I was down with no way to begin? (Oh)
I'm questioning your absence during my lowest moments, when I felt lost and had no idea how to start or improve my situation.
Where was you at? I was in them feels (Where?)
I'm reiterating my curiosity about your whereabouts, while also emphasizing that I was experiencing intense emotions during that time.
I got tired of waitin' on that love (Where?)
I grew weary of waiting for your love and support, indicating impatience and a longing for affection.
Got impatient, took them drugs (Where?)
Unable to bear the waiting any longer, I resorted to using drugs as a coping mechanism and to fulfill my desires.
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DatBoi Rell
Uno really deserve his flowers, shi so crazy how he put out shit better than most of the people who big in the industry🤦🏾♂️‼️
Jesus Man
@Jxlen 0 how many times he gonna tell em
Jxlen 0
He never gonna be mainstream cus he not selling out 😂
kid mizu
@JEICE612 True but he still kinda underground like, i only know a few people personally that listen to him same with Uno
JEICE612
Same w Lucki, but Lucki finally up now
shyne
uno the best modern musician to me
saliiCzar
Unoverse 3 and Limbo 3 really mastered rage/trap i can see uno retiring and cementing himself in the genre with what he’s left behind
luv
Ngl this song ass he cementing himself in the hall of dirt
PRINCE LEVI
My two favorite
DKAR Music
@Brewers Pilots just wait till lsd2 come out next year 😮💨