The Bird
i-sHiNe Lyrics
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Hip hop, there's so many things you can say about it, you feel me?
Like, on the real like, hip hop is just, beautiful
Hip hop is life
[Verse 1]
From the first time I saw you, infatuation
Pulled to the side to provide conversation
Any old fool knew that you was a jewel
Ghetto to ghetto, your influence settled
More hardcore than r&b but not metal
Blacker than the kettle, you made me feel mellow
Introduction to my life, I said "hello"
Meet me in a minute 'cause I gotta finish school
Some of my homies, they never finished puffin' woo's
Stayin' up late, always studying the tapes
The world watched you fall in love, I guess fate had a,
Grip on my mind state, I wanna rhyme, wait
I fell in line, getting signed at the wrong gates
And so my heart braced at first for real
But I would still be lovin' you 'cause deep is what I feel
I got a bird's eye view
I be wit'chu, I be there wit'chu
I be wit'chu, I be there wit'chu
2x
She's the one I always count on, one that wouldn't leave me
One that's in the city always written in graffiti
One that keeps me company, when I'm all alone
She's my heart, my mind, my spirit and my bones
She's the only one I know that would go across the globe
Meet me in a foreign land, treat me like I'm home
Everything I own, give to her, she deserves it
Treats me like a king, every syllable is perfect
Searched through the earth for a reason just to be here
And since I met her every moment's like a leap year
Baby you can sleep here, you can stay with me
Anywhere you go, know I'm probably gon' be
Full of energy, and you never acting tired
You're everything I need, when I prayed, God supplied
You my chonky fire, blessings you provide
Always in my life 'til the day that I die
In i-sHiNe's song, "The Bird," he reflects on his love for hip-hop and how it has influenced his life. The lines "Hip hop, there's so many things you can say about it, you feel me? Like, on the real like, hip hop is just, beautiful. Hip hop is life" express his deep admiration for the genre. The rest of the song tells a story of how he came to love hip-hop.
The first verse talks about his first encounter with hip-hop and how he became infatuated with it. The second verse is an ode to hip-hop, personifying it as a woman who has always been there for him and who he admires and appreciates. The chorus, "I got a bird's eye view, I be wit'chu" repeats throughout the song, emphasizing the idea that hip-hop is always with him and that he has a unique perspective on it.
Overall, "The Bird" is a catchy and heartfelt love letter to hip-hop. i-sHiNe captures the essence of the genre as a force that brings people together and provides a sense of belonging and purpose in life.
Line by Line Meaning
From the first time I saw you, infatuation
Since I first discovered hip hop, I have been intensely drawn to it
Pulled to the side to provide conversation
Hip hop has the power to engage people in conversation and inspire deep discussions
Wild reputation but you were so cool
Despite its reputation for being rebellious and controversial, hip hop is a truly cool and influential genre
Any old fool knew that you was a jewel
Even those who don't understand or appreciate hip hop can still recognize its value and brilliance
Ghetto to ghetto, your influence settled
Hip hop has spread its influence across different communities and has had a profound impact on them
More hardcore than r&b but not metal
Hip hop is a genre that is raw and gritty, but not as intense as heavy metal music
Blacker than the kettle, you made me feel mellow
Despite its darker themes and subject matter, hip hop can often have a calming and soothing effect
Introduction to my life, I said "hello"
Discovering hip hop was a transformative experience for me
Meet me in a minute 'cause I gotta finish school
Despite my love for hip hop, I still had responsibilities like finishing school
Some of my homies, they never finished puffin' woo's
Not everyone who was into hip hop stayed on the right path and lived a positive life
Stayin' up late, always studying the tapes
I dedicated myself to learning about the history and culture of hip hop by studying old recordings and videos
The world watched you fall in love, I guess fate had a, Grip on my mind state, I wanna rhyme, wait
Seeing how much the world loved hip hop made me realize that I wanted to be a part of it
I fell in line, getting signed at the wrong gates
I pursued a music career and signed with a label, but later realized that it wasn't the right choice for me
And so my heart braced at first for real
When I faced challenges and struggled in the music industry, it felt like my heart was being tested
But I would still be lovin' you 'cause deep is what I feel
Despite everything, my love for hip hop remains strong and genuine
She's the one I always count on, one that wouldn't leave me
Hip hop has been a constant presence in my life and has never abandoned me
One that's in the city always written in graffiti
Hip hop culture is often associated with street art and graffiti
One that keeps me company, when I'm all alone
Hip hop has provided me with comfort and companionship during difficult times
She's my heart, my mind, my spirit and my bones
Hip hop is deeply ingrained in every aspect of my being
She's the only one I know that would go across the globe
Hip hop has become a global phenomenon and has brought people together from all over the world
Meet me in a foreign land, treat me like I'm home
No matter where I go, hip hop feels like home
Everything I own, give to her, she deserves it
Hip hop has given me so much that I would be willing to sacrifice everything for it
Treats me like a king, every syllable is perfect
Hip hop inspires me and makes me feel like a powerful and influential person
Searched through the earth for a reason just to be here
Discovering hip hop has given me a sense of purpose and belonging in the world
And since I met her every moment's like a leap year
Hip hop has transformed my life in such a profound and significant way that every moment feels like a milestone
Baby you can sleep here, you can stay with me
Hip hop has become such an important part of my life that it feels like a close friend or family member
Anywhere you go, know I'm probably gon' be
No matter where I am, hip hop will always be a part of me
Full of energy, and you never acting tired
Hip hop is a genre that is always evolving and pushing boundaries, and it never seems to run out of energy or creativity
You're everything I need, when I prayed, God supplied
Hip hop has filled a void in my life and has given me a sense of fulfillment that I had been searching for
You my chonky fire, blessings you provide
Hip hop is like a beacon of hope and positivity in my life
Always in my life 'til the day that I die
Hip hop has become such an integral part of my identity that it will always be with me, even after I die
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: STEPHEN GAINES, ANTHONY W ANDERSON
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