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Whitey is an ongoing solo project by N.J. Whitey. He is a hard character to pin down- his genre-twisting songs swing wildly between styles, and his dismissive attitude towards the music industry means there are few shows, and even fewer interviews. He has to date had no major record deal, but has still released over 30 records under a variety of names. Yet without any significant industry investment his distinctive sounds have broken through to mainstream daytime radio in the U.S and elsewhere, and for four straight years his music has been a fixture from rock clubs to fashion runways, from movie soundtracks to television, computer games to skate films. From Japan to Iceland, Moscow to Hollywood. From Breaking Bad to the Sopranos to Grand Theft Auto. Gradually this cult U.K. artist has built a strange home in the shadowy ground between high fashion and mainstream entertainment, between pop radio and what little is left of the underground. An outsider who relishes this status, and celebrates this outsider ethos in his work.
He's lived in a variety of places, but you could say he finished growing up in Coventry, UK. He now lives in Los Angeles. He sings, programs, plays guitar, keys, bass and drums but has no formal qualifications and is totally self taught. His live shows are haphazard- some are an uplifting rhythmic experience, whilst some occur in deliberately darkened rooms and are hedonistic affairs drenched with chaotic walls of feedback and electronic noise. Others may swing from ferocious rock moments to gentle simple melodies played on tiny bells, acoustic guitars and toy instruments. There have been gigs with everyone from New Order to Iggy Pop, Soulwax to Peaches to the Undertones. He's as comfortable playing a sweaty NYC rock club as an Ibizan dance megaclub, and is one of the few artists regularly invited to play both.
Don't Forget Yourself
Whitey Lyrics
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Like I didn′t care?
Why did I make a statement?
-I had no statement.
Why did I turn my back
Like I didn't care?
Why did I make a problem?
When you′re on top of it all.
On top of it all
Is further to fall.
One wrong step
-And you're 50 steps behind.
Look behind.
Some people are halfway made
There's something wrong.
Some people are kind of strange
- There′s something missing.
Why did I turn my back
Like I didn′t care?
Why did I make a problem?
- I had no problem.
When you're on top of it all.
On top of it all
Is further to fall.
One wrong step
-And you′re 50 steps behind.
Look behind.
And don't forget to check behind you...
Who′s one step behind you now?
In the lyrics of "Don't Forget Yourself" by Whitey, the singer seems to be reflecting on past actions and decisions, questioning why they acted in certain ways that seemed indifferent or disconnected. The repetition of "Why did I cut & run like I didn't care?" and "Why did I turn my back like I didn't care?" suggests a sense of regret or confusion about their behavior. The mention of making a statement or problem without actually having one implies a sense of insincerity or misunderstanding in their actions.
The lyrics then delve into the idea of being on top of it all, possibly referring to a position of success or power. However, the singer highlights the vulnerability that comes with being at the top, emphasizing that with one wrong step, you can quickly find yourself far behind. This notion of a fall from grace or losing one's standing is a common theme in the music industry and could also be seen as a metaphor for life in general.
The lines "Some people are halfway made, there's something wrong. Some people are kind of strange, there's something missing" suggest a contemplation on human nature and the complexity of personalities. The singer seems to be grappling with the idea of authenticity and integrity, questioning why they turned their back or created problems when there was no real issue to begin with. This introspection adds depth to the lyrics and invites listeners to reflect on their own actions and motivations.
The final lines of the song, urging the listener to "look behind" and not forget to check who is one step behind them, introduce a sense of caution and awareness. The imagery of being followed or watched suggests a sense of paranoia or insecurity, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and being mindful of one's surroundings. Overall, "Don't Forget Yourself" by Whitey delves into themes of self-reflection, regret, and the consequences of our actions, urging listeners to be mindful of their choices and interactions with others.
Line by Line Meaning
Why did I cut & run Like I didn't care?
Why did I leave abruptly as if I didn't care?
Why did I make a statement?
I didn't have anything to say.
Why did I turn my back Like I didn't care?
Why did I ignore the situation as if it didn't matter?
Why did I make a problem?
I didn't have any issues to address.
When you're on top of it all.
When you're successful and in control.
On top of it all Is further to fall.
Being at the top means there is a long way to fall if something goes wrong.
One wrong step
Making one mistake
And you're 50 steps behind.
Will set you back significantly.
Look behind.
Be cautious and aware of what's behind you.
Some people are halfway made There's something wrong.
Some people are incomplete or misguided.
Some people are kind of strange
There's something unusual about certain people.
There's something missing.
There is a void or something lacking.
And don't forget to check behind you...
Always remember to look back and assess the situation.
Who's one step behind you now?
Who is following in your footsteps or lagging behind you?
Writer(s): Nathan Joseph Wonnacott
Contributed by Alyssa J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@VampKiller
lyrics:
Why did I cut & run
Like I didn't care?
Why did I make a statement?
-I had no statement.
Why did I turn my back
Like you were not there?
Why did I make a problem?
- I had no problem.
Don't forget yourself
When you're on top of it all.
On top of it all
Is further to fall.
One wrong step
-and you're 50 steps behind.
Look behind.
Some people are halfway made
There's something wrong.
Some people are kind of strange
- there's something missing.
Why did I turn my back
Like you were not there?
Why did I make a problem?
- I had no problem.
Don't forget yourself
When you're on top of it all.
On top of it all
Is further to fall.
One wrong step
-and you're 50 steps behind.
Look behind.
Don't forget yourself
And don't forget to check behind you...
Who's one step behind you now?
@profesionalshitposter675
lyrics:
Why did I cut & run
Like I didn't care?
Why did I make a statement?
-I had no statement.
Why did I turn my back
Like you were not there?
Why did I make a problem?
- I had no problem.
Don't forget yourself
When you're on top of it all.
On top of it all
Is further to fall.
One wrong step
-and you're 50 steps behind.
Look behind.
Some people are halfway made
There's something wrong.
Some people are kind of strange
- there's something missing.
Why did I turn my back
Like you were not there?
Why did I make a problem?
- I had no problem.
Don't forget yourself
When you're on top of it all.
On top of it all
Is further to fall.
One wrong step
-and you're 50 steps behind.
Look behind.
Don't forget yourself
And don't forget to check behind you...
Who's one step behind you now?
@_hanz73
the most underrated artist
@AstriaTheFox372
I found out about this music through astro soup but now I listen to his songs every night when I go to sleep. It's just such soothing music and for some reason just puts me at ease
@alyx9191
Most underrated whitey song by far
@bingbonk7125
Great message you can take this song seriously and I use it to calm down and unwind
@tracyduncan2497
I love you're music keep it up we all love you
@malaychoudhary6811
Damn,this sounds toooooo goood
@oddisire
i love your music so much.. please tell me your working on more, i miss your stuff so much.
@lexilex72
Very wholesome
@alfonsomartinez6408
Love it
@hoodbug7925
Almost 6.66k subs for spooky season!