We Live As Kings (WLAK) is a culture built around the hope of our redemption, "counting not the suffering of the present time worthy to be compared to the glory that will be revealed to us." Kings are not victims of circumstance. They rise above it, reign despite of it and reflect the image of the one true King throughout it; because they know their kingdom is not of this world, so their hope isn't either.
The WLAK album dropped March 5, 2013 on Collision Records featuring full artist roster and production by Swoope, Wit, Dirty Rice and more.
Arena
W.L.A.K. Lyrics
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But I can't wait to get there,
All I know is, I'm just going
I ran away from home last night, gone forever
I was running for my life
And I've heard the words of what I should be
Live, work, die, I am the orphan of the night
Take me down, I'm coming home, the road to ruins
Inside the pleasure dome
Take me down, I'm coming home, arena of pleasures
Where I belong
I'm in the eye of my rage,
Where no hurricane dies
I'm in the eye of my rage,
Where the hurricane lies
Oh, a storm's in my eyes
And like the beast that's in my soul,
I'm the restless child
Ah mama, I'm running for my life
I was sixteen going nowhere,
Will I see seventeen alive
And I was running from the nightmare
I stand at the promised land with fire in my eyes
I'm at the crossroad of my destiny and desire
Oh, God, what will I be
And my obsession is the gasoline to feed my fire
Oh it's burning in me
Don't waste the tears on my wasted years
Mama I'm outta here
The lyrics to W.L.A.K.'s song "Arena" speak of a search for purpose and belonging, as the singer feels out of place in the world and is on a constant journey towards finding a place to call home. The opening lines, "I don't know where I'm going, but I can't wait to get there, all I know is, I'm just going" demonstrate a wanderlust and yearning for exploration, even though the destination is unclear. The next few lines suggest a troubled past, with the singer running away from home and feeling like an "orphan of the night."
The chorus of the song, "Take me down, I'm coming home, the road to ruins, inside the pleasure dome, take me down, I'm coming home, arena of pleasures, where I belong" speaks to the singer's hopes of finding a sense of belonging and purpose, even if it is in a place that may be perceived as destructive or hedonistic. The lyrics "I'm in the eye of my rage, where no hurricane dies" suggest a determination and drive towards finding a place where the singer can exist fully, even in the midst of chaos and turmoil.
The song speaks to the human desire to find meaning and purpose in life, and the search for a place to belong. The lyrics are powerful and emotive, and the use of vivid imagery creates a tangible feeling of restlessness and yearning.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know where I'm going,
I have no idea what my future holds
But I can't wait to get there,
Despite the uncertainty, I am excited for what's to come
All I know is, I'm just going
All I can do is keep moving forward
I ran away from home last night, gone forever
I left my old life behind and will not be returning
I was running for my life
I was escaping danger and feared for my safety
And I've heard the words of what I should be
I have been told what society expects of me
Live, work, die, I am the orphan of the night
The expectations placed on me don't align with who I am
Take me down, I'm coming home, the road to ruins
I am returning to a place of destruction and chaos
Inside the pleasure dome
I am in a place of luxury and hedonism
Take me down, I'm coming home, arena of pleasures
I belong in this world of excess and indulgence
Where I belong
This is the environment where I feel most comfortable
I'm in the eye of my rage,
I am consumed by anger
Where no hurricane dies
This anger is constantly present and intense
I'm in the eye of my rage,
I am consumed by anger
Where the hurricane lies
My anger fuels the storm within me
Oh, a storm's in my eyes
My anger is evident in my gaze
And like the beast that's in my soul,
The anger within me is uncontrollable
I'm the restless child
I am constantly searching for something more
Ah mama, I'm running for my life
I am still trying to escape the danger that has haunted me
I was sixteen going nowhere,
I felt lost and directionless at a young age
Will I see seventeen alive
I was unsure if I would even survive to my next birthday
And I was running from the nightmare
I was trying to escape a terrifying reality
I stand at the promised land with fire in my eyes
I am excited for a brighter future and eager to make it happen
I'm at the crossroad of my destiny and desire
I must choose between what I am expected to do and what I truly want
Oh, God, what will I be
I am unsure what the future holds for me
And my obsession is the gasoline to feed my fire
My passion is what drives me forward
Oh it's burning in me
I am consumed by this passion
Don't waste the tears on my wasted years
Don't feel sorry for the time I've lost
Mama I'm outta here
I am leaving and moving on to the next chapter of my life
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Songtrust Ave
Written by: STEVE EDWARD DUREN
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XFESTO
Man havenβt heard this in a while.. getting back to my God.
Jessie Emanuel
Amen. Do it
Calvary Dominique
Man, I used to listen to this song on LOOP! Haven't thought about it in so long! Still so so BEAUTIFUL! Wish it were still on Spotify.
MZP Creations
Man unbelievable. Only 20k views. I'm here in 2022. This song is so amazing. He's literally preaching too. The choir in the background when it gets louder. One of my favorite songs ever. Well needed as well to have such a jam to help stay away from secular music
Steven Miller
Yes sirrr...ALL praise be to the ONE AND ONLY GOD JESUS CHRIST!!!
JESSEJAMES UFO
No love for Yahweh ?
Steven Miller
@JESSEJAMES UFO yes my brother I love yahweh our father has many names
Jessie Emanuel
I agree
chrispine nyirenda
2020 and forever ππ reminds me of when I was young
Jessie Emanuel
Same here. I was on fire when I first heard this