While attending Clark Atlanta University, Brik.Liam’s creativity intensified as his matriculation was filled with both struggle and inspiration. This increased creativity placed him in high demand to perform in various events and venues. Intentionally focusing on creative growth Brik started the #cre8daily movement, where the goal is to inspire others to continue to create until their creativity creates new spaces and opportunities for them to occupy.
In March 2012 Brik.Liam released his freshman project CobyMeetsWord: Acoustic Heart. The mixtape was recorded with fellow indie artist, producer,and writer Douglas Whatley. With no specific goal in mind other than to #crea8, the project reached over 3,000 downloads within the first two weeks of its release. After returning to Houston, in the winter of 2013 Brik was inspired to change his stage name from Jacoby to Brik.Liam. Brik (brick) simply being a creative synonym for his favorite color, red; and Liam being a nickname for his last name, Williams.
Brik’s sophomore project debuted in March of 2014 #MLN, Mr. Liam’s Neighborhood. Collaborating with his friend, a fellow artist and songwriter Kori James, they paired up to show Brik’s growth and more importantly help others be inspired to grow. With Mr. Liam’s Neighborhood, Brik also showed his visual artistry, adding individual artwork to each song on the project, helping to make it an authentic music and visual experience.
Brik.Liam is currently working on the release of third indie release. He plans to continue to cre8, find inspiration, and be the inspiration.
Brik is a creative director and partner at www.thecre8tivecollective.com A creative consulting firm specializing in graphic and web design.
Jungle
brik.liam Lyrics
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It's taken time to build back my strength
Cause i was livin' on the words
Unfulfillin verbs
That i began starving to death
Ive even been left to drown
More times than i can count
And no one ever thought to think
If we could swim, so we sink...
Thanks to who, no rescue
It's a jungle out there
Where everyone wants to care
But front like they don't
Want love but they won't
Love in return...
(It's a rumble in the jungle)
We all can identify
Theres a space needing to be occupied
Talking bout more than your average appetite
But a diet that edifies... me
So tell me why we on some food chain
When we all want the same thing
Don't play and don't sway
But please pray and hydrate
If you ain't ready, you need to wait
I beg you, be safe
It's a jungle out there
Where everyone wants to care
But front like they don't
Want love but they won't
Love in return...
(It's a rumble in the jungle)
It's those lions tigers and bears
They just don't, they never play fair
But what do you expect from this wildlife
It just ain't right
And it cuts like knife
The lyrics of brik.liam's song Jungle explore the emotional complexity of relationships and the challenges of finding true love. The opening verses describe the pain and frustration that comes from feeling unfulfilled in a relationship, and the difficulty of rebuilding trust and strength after being let down or left behind. The metaphor of drowning in a sea of unfulfilled expectations and empty promises has a powerful visual impact, highlighting the isolation and vulnerability that can accompany our search for love.
These lyrical themes are further developed in the chorus of the song, which contrasts the desire for love and connection with the "jungle" of social posturing and insincerity that often makes it difficult to find real connection. The repetition of the phrase "It's a jungle out there" emphasizes the chaotic and confusing nature of the social landscape, with everyone wanting to care but finding it hard to be genuine and open with one another.
Overall, this song is a powerful commentary on the search for love, and the challenges that can arise when we try to find meaning and connection in a world that can be chaotic, unfair, and unforgiving.
Line by Line Meaning
I may be ready to try again
I am considering opening myself up to love once more, despite past hurts and wounds.
It's taken time to build back my strength
I needed to take some time to heal and become strong enough to consider a new relationship.
Cause i was livin' on the words
In the past, I relied solely on words and promises, but they turned out to be hollow and unsatisfying.
Unfulfillin verbs
Those words and promises lacked substance and were ultimately disappointing.
That i began starving to death
I became emotionally depleted and unhappy due to these unfulfilling relationships.
Ive even been left to drown
I have been abandoned in relationships and felt like I was slowly drowning emotionally.
More times than I can count
The frequency with which I was left feeling abandoned and adrift is overwhelming.
So many fish in the sea
There are many potential partners out there.
And no one ever thought to think
Despite the abundance of potential partners, none of them considered whether or not I needed rescuing from emotional hardship.
If we could swim, so we sink...
We are all capable of love and connection, but we often end up alone and struggling.
Thanks to who, no rescue
Without anyone to rescue us from emotional hardship, we are left struggling alone.
It's a jungle out there
The world of dating and relationships is chaotic and unpredictable.
Where everyone wants to care
Despite the chaos, most people seek connection and love.
But front like they don't
However, many individuals put up a facade of aloofness or indifference, even if they desire connection.
Want love but they won't
These individuals want love, but they may be unwilling or unable to reciprocate.
Love in return...
Despite wanting love, many individuals are afraid of being vulnerable or may not be emotionally capable of reciprocating love.
(It's a rumble in the jungle)
The world of dating is full of conflict and competition.
We all can identify
Many of us understand the struggles and challenges of navigating love and relationships.
Theres a space needing to be occupied
There is a longing or desire in all of us that needs to be fulfilled by connection and love.
Talking bout more than your average appetite
This longing goes beyond just physical desire or sexual attraction.
But a diet that edifies... me
True love and connection provides emotional fulfillment and nourishment.
So tell me why we on some food chain
We should not view each other as commodities, with some individuals seen as more desirable or valuable than others.
When we all want the same thing
Ultimately, all of us want connection and love in our lives.
Don't play and don't sway
We need to be honest and true in our pursuit of love and connection.
But please pray and hydrate
We need to take care of ourselves and approach relationships with a healthy mindset.
If you ain't ready, you need to wait
We should not rush into relationships if we are not emotionally prepared for them.
I beg you, be safe
We should prioritize our safety and well-being in any relationship.
It's those lions tigers and bears
The world of dating can be dangerous and unpredictable, with many challenges and obstacles to overcome.
They just don't, they never play fair
Relationships are often fraught with inconsistency and instability, making it difficult to navigate them successfully.
But what do you expect from this wildlife
It is not surprising that navigating relationships is difficult, given the unpredictable nature of human emotion and behavior.
It just ain't right
Despite the challenges, it is not acceptable for people to be dishonest or disrespectful in their pursuit of love and connection.
And it cuts like knife
These disappointments and difficulties can be painful and leave lasting emotional scars.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Jacoby Williams
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