Soul
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光の速さで駆け抜ける衝動は
何を犠牲にしても叶えたい強さの覚悟

(No fear) 一度きりの
(Trust you) この瞬間に
賭けてみろ自分を信じて

時には運だって必要と言うのなら

宿命の旋律も引き寄せてみせよう

走れ今をまだ終われない
辿り着きたい場所があるから
その先へと進め
涙さえも強く胸に抱きしめ
そこから始まるストーリー
果てしなく続く
Winning the soul

目指した景色は前にしかない that's all
本当の情熱とは貫き通す意味の証

(Shout out) ありきたりの
(Fight on) プロセスなんて
壊すんだ自分を示せ

儚い現実に嘆いた言葉は
想いを宿して一歩踏み出した

鳴り止まない胸の奥で待ちわびた鼓動
届かなくても笑われても進め
握りしめた悔しさの残像は
ゴールへ導くストーリー
その足止めるな
Winning the soul

追い続けた答えが心惑わしたとしても
助走つけて飛び出すのさ
今がその時だ

掴め今を変えたいなら
描いた夢を未来に掲げ
恐れないで挑め

走れ今をまだ終われない
辿り着きたい場所があるから
その先へと進め
涙さえも強く胸に抱きしめ
そこから始まるストーリー
果てしなく続く
Winning the soul

Woh, woh, woh

Overall Meaning

The song "Soul" by b is a powerful anthem that speaks to the importance of embracing one's true self and allowing it to shine through despite the challenges of life. The chorus repeats the phrase "just let your soul glow" which is a reference to the famous line from the 1988 movie "Coming to America." The song is a mix of soulful instrumentals and contemporary rap lyrics that give voice to the struggles faced by people of color, particularly black people, in a society that seeks to suppress their brilliance.

The lyrics begin with the lines "Beautiful, sexy, easy as 1, 2, 3. Just let your soul glow, just let it shine through" which set the tone for a celebration of individuality and the beauty of self-expression. The reference to welcoming the band, Sexual Chocolate, is also a nod to the movie "Coming to America." The lyrics then move into a commentary on the hurt and pain experienced by black people, particularly the way that hurt people can hurt others. The lines "Modern programs from the projects, it's a project to stop your progress. To keep you obsessed with fancy objects, to crack your third eye it's a process" speak to the systemic oppression that seeks to keep black people from succeeding.

The addition of references to deceased artists like Mac Miller and Nipsey Hussle in the final chorus adds a somber note to the song, reminding listeners of the deadly consequences of social and political systems that perpetuate oppression. Overall, the song "Soul" is a powerful meditation on the challenges of living as a person of color in America, and the importance of staying true to oneself in the face of adversity.

Line by Line Meaning

Beautiful, sexy, easy as 1, 2, 3 (ah hoo!)
Being beautiful, sexy, and effortless is as simple as counting 1, 2, 3. It's easy.

Just let your soul glow, just let it shine through
Express yourself and let your true self shine through in all that you do.

I want you to put your hands together and welcome to the stage Big round of applause (oh so silky smooth)
Applaud and welcome the performer to the stage with enthusiasm for their silky smooth performance.

Just let it shine through (for good, for good)
Continue to let your true self shine through all challenges and hardships, for the greater good.

Just let your soul glow (good and terrible, thank you)
Despite the good and bad times, you should always let your soul glow and shine through all situations. Thank you.

Let it shine, let it, let it shine Let it shine, let it, let it shine, yeah Let it shine, let it, let it shine Which one of y'all gone shine, let it, let it shine
Allow your true self to shine through at all times, and encourage others to do the same. Which one of us will let their true self shine through?

I'd like to give a big round of applause, to my band Sexual Chocolate, Sexual Chocolate, Sexual Chocolate (sex, sex Sexual Chocolate) (Sex, sex) my band, Sexual Chocolate, Sexual Chocolate, Sexual Chocolate (sex, sex Sexual Chocolate)
Applaud and praise the band, Sexual Chocolate, for their amazing performance.

Niggas be hurt for life, hoes be hurt for life, niggas be hurt She don't dyke for real, she just hate niggas for life Hurt, people hurt people, can't you see, (she's your queen-to-be) Modern programs from the projects, it's a project to stop your progress To keep you obsessed with fancy objects, to crack your third eye it's a process It's a hot mess out here for a melanated nigga I stay meditating nigga (they see the nigga, run away)
People can be hurt by past experiences for a long time, but it's important to recognize that hurt people hurt other people. One should see the potential in someone rather than judging them. Modern society can make it hard for those from the projects to progress and instead encourages an obsession with materialistic objects. It's difficult to live in the world as a person with dark skin, but focusing on meditation can help to keep a clear path forward.

Melanin is all in here and I feel it all in my skin, in my bones In my body, in my pineal, in my third eye Oh, it's melanin in the sky
Melanin is an important aspect of our being, felt in our skin and bones, throughout the body, mind, and spirit. It's even present in the skies above us.

Yeah, damn homie, I invoke the dead homies on the other side To bring this shit back alive, back alive Back alive No one really die You sound hurt, all you do is complain You the face of the "Niggas ain't shit" campaign Seven circuits in your brain you addicted to pain Addicted to the chemicals that get released in your veins Just let your soul glow
The artist invokes the spirits of those who have passed on to bring back the energy and passion to life. No one truly dies, they live on in spirit. The person speaking sounds like they are in pain and addicted to negative feelings, but it's important to let your soul glow and live life to the fullest.

While you're in a clappin' mood, clap, clap, clappin', clappin' mood Clap, clappin', clap, clap, clappin' mood While you're in a clappin' mood, clap, clap, clappin', clappin' If you feel it in your, soul make it clap (clap, clappin') All my ladies, all my ladies make it clap While you're in a clappin' mood Make it clap, clap, clappin' clappin' If you feel it in your soul make it clap All my ladies, all my ladies make it clap Clap, clap, clappin' mood Let it, let it I want you to put your hands together And welcome to the stage Big round of applause (RIP), big round of applause Big round of applause for all the homies that ain't here right now Big round of applause for all the souls on the other side Rip Mac Miller, RIP Nipsey Hussle (RIP) Let it, let it (RIP) let it, let it, let it (that boy's good) Let it, let it (RIP) let it, let it, let it (good and terrible) Let it, let it (RIP) let it, let it, let it (Brother Bobby hear me now) Let it, let it (RIP) let it, let it, let it Let it, let it (RIP) let it, let it, let it
Encourage positive energy and expression, such as clapping and cheering, especially for those who have passed away. Give tribute to those who are no longer with us, such as Mac Miller and Nipsey Hussle. Let people express themselves and celebrate life, even in the face of loss.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Makoto Miyazaki

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