Coastin'
Zion I K. Flay Lyrics
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You can fight or run away
I have no struggle
Relax watch me float away
I'm coastin'
I'm coastin' on a dream
I'm coastin'
This one's for you and me
Not to set trip but my car jets west
As I drift over cliff
The sunset yes
It's me and myself
I needed a rest
The windows down breathin' deep in my chest
I used to feel hopeless
Now I feel so rare
Seats lean back
Can't see my chair
See my eyes reflect in the sky
I feel so divine givin' thanks I'm alive
'Cause we came a long way since our days in the A
Sleepless nights was tryna get right
Now I just glide
Wind in my sails
I toast to the ocean
She balance my scales
West coastin'
Got the breeze at my left
Believe in me black
When life do you wack
Stay focused
True indeed it's a fact
When those hard times come love will bring you right back
When life brings trouble
You can fight or run away
I have no struggle
Relax watch me float away
I'm coastin'
I'm coastin' on a dream
I'm coastin'
This one's for you and me
Now some pop bottles, some chase models
As if it's all live, primetime, the Apollo
Mighty big pill too many can't swallow
The pain got 'em trippin' off things feelin' hollow
Weight in my brain
Spittin' my slang
'Cause I don't wanna I don't wanna go insane
I'm forward on my mission now I'm deep in the game
Got my speakers on blast while I'm switching the lanes
Stay low-pro kinfolk
Started out at Kinko's
Ten years later out to Vegas on a G4
The seats bucket when we puff puff pass
Passports in my luggage got my beats on smash
Attitude of a winner that's some VMA
So we feel like its summer anywhere that I lay
Ay, it's C.A. To the day that we out
Stay strong through the struggle that's what life is about
When life brings trouble
You can fight or run away
I have no struggle
Relax watch me float away
I'm coastin'
I'm coastin' on a dream
I'm coastin'
This one's for you and me
La la la lada
La la la lada
La la la lada
La dee da
La la la lada
La la la lada
La la la lada
La dee da
The lyrics to Zion I K. Flay's song "Coastin'" are about finding peace during challenging situations. The first verse emphasizes that life can either be fought or fled from when trouble arises, but the artist chooses to relax and let go instead. He is floating away on a dream and wants to share that feeling with others. The second verse describes the artist driving westward, drifting over cliffs and watching the sunset as he finds rest and reflection. The windows are down, and he breathes deep in his chest, feeling divine and grateful for being alive. The chorus repeats the message of coasting through life's challenges with ease, and the final verse encourages listeners to stay strong and maintain a positive attitude through the struggles of life.
Overall, the song's theme is about letting go of stress and anxiety and finding peace in the present moment while acknowledging the struggles that we all face in life. It's a reminder to slow down and enjoy life's simple pleasures while also pursuing our dreams and goals. The lyrics use vivid imagery and metaphors to convey the message, such as the idea of "coasting" and the feeling of floating away on a dream. The use of a driving metaphor also emphasizes the importance of movement and momentum in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
When life brings trouble
Life can be tough sometimes
You can fight or run away
You can either face your problems or avoid them
I have no struggle
I am free from worries or problems right now
Relax watch me float away
I am relaxed and enjoying life, just drifting along without a care
I'm coastin'
I am taking things easy, not stressing about anything
I'm coastin' on a dream
I am living the life I have dreamed of
This one's for you and me
I am enjoying life with everyone who shares my experience
Not to set trip but my car jets west
I am not trying to show off, but I am heading west in my car
As I drift over cliff
I am driving along a scenic route, enjoying the view
The sunset yes
The sunset looks beautiful
It's me and myself
I am alone and enjoying my own company
I needed a rest
I needed a break from my busy life
The windows down breathin' deep in my chest
I am taking deep breaths of fresh air through the open car windows
I used to feel hopeless
I used to feel like there was no hope for my life
Now I feel so rare
Now I feel special and unique
Seats lean back
I am reclining in my comfortable car seats
Can't see my chair
I am so relaxed that I can't even see the car seat beneath me
See my eyes reflect in the sky
As I look up at the sky, I can see my own reflection in my eyes
I feel so divine givin' thanks I'm alive
I feel wonderful and grateful to be alive
'Cause we came a long way since our days in the A
We have come a long way since our early struggles in Atlanta
Sleepless nights was tryna get right
We used to have sleepless nights while trying to improve our lives
Now I just glide
Now I am effortlessly moving through life
Wind in my sails
I feel like the wind is propelling me forward in my life's journey
I toast to the ocean
I raise a toast to the vastness and beauty of the ocean
She balance my scales
The ocean brings balance to my life
West coastin'
I am enjoying the laid-back lifestyle of the West Coast
Got the breeze at my left
I am driving along with the cool breeze blowing in from my left
Believe in me black
Have faith in me, my friend
When life do you wack
When life hits you hard
Stay focused
Keep your eyes on the prize
True indeed it's a fact
It is absolutely true
When those hard times come love will bring you right back
Love will help you through difficult times and bring you back to a better place
Now some pop bottles, some chase models
Some people celebrate life with expensive drinks and chasing after models
As if it's all live, primetime, the Apollo
They act like they're on a big stage, like a live show at the Apollo Theater
Mighty big pill too many can't swallow
They are taking on too much and can't handle it all
The pain got 'em trippin' off things feelin' hollow
They are trying to cope with their pain by distracting themselves with empty things
Weight in my brain
I have a heavy burden on my mind
Spittin' my slang
I am expressing myself in my own unique way
'Cause I don't wanna I don't wanna go insane
Because I want to keep my sanity
I'm forward on my mission now I'm deep in the game
I am fully committed to my mission in life and deeply involved in achieving it
Got my speakers on blast while I'm switching the lanes
I am listening to my music loudly while changing lanes on the highway
Stay low-pro kinfolk
Stay low-key, my family and friends
Started out at Kinko's
I started small and worked my way up from a copy center job
Ten years later out to Vegas on a G4
Now, ten years later, I am flying to Las Vegas on a private jet
The seats bucket when we puff puff pass
We are getting high and passing the joint around in our reclined seats
Passports in my luggage got my beats on smash
My passport is in my bag and my music is blasting
Attitude of a winner that's some VMA
I have the confidence of a winner, like someone who has won a Video Music Award
So we feel like its summer anywhere that I lay
We feel like it's always sunny and happy wherever we go
Ay, it's C.A. To the day that we out
Hey, we're in California until the day we leave this world
Stay strong through the struggle that's what life is about
We must remain strong even when life gets tough because that's what it's all about
La la la lada
Random nonsensical refrain
La dee da
Another random nonsensical refrain
Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANTHONY ANDERSON, KRISTINE FLAHERTY, STEPHEN GAINES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@anthonytruman
RIP Zumbi. I will continue playing your music forever. Thank you for spreading positive energy through your music and lyrics it always helped me feel better β€
@AnotherDimension01
I just saw him at an amazing bbq concert, so fuckin sad!
@townbizz2361
Same here bruh bruh, my daughter loves this song bcuz I always play it.
@samuelarevalo4861
Third rock from space will continue to bring forth your words and message long live zumbi!π₯Ίπ₯Ί
@nurturedroots
How did he die? I had no idea π he is in Zion , why do the good go so early π
@fariin2174
@@nurturedroots covid if I remember correctly
@DJ-gy2wm
Had to revisit this one. RIP Zumbi
@ImmaRealGuy
RIP ZUMBI you will be missed forever. thank you for this music , it helped me when my heart was hurting
@lukehuber4522
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@YaTaqwa14
I remember listening to this song, before I spiraled into really deep depression... and now that I'm finally recovering this song fills me up with so many happy memories that I feel more than alive. I love this song.