You may not expect one of the most compelling new voices in hip hop to wiel… Read Full Bio ↴You may not expect one of the most compelling new voices in hip hop to wield dual psychology and sociology degrees from Stanford University or find inspiration in the buttoned-up world of indie rock, but for K.Flay, defying expectations is simply part of the game.

Kristine Flaherty grew up outside of Chicago, devouring her father's classic rock records and staying up late dancing to Parliament-Funkadelic in the living room. It was this same musical open-mindedness that would later spark her artistic development. She found her musical voice in college, fusing the eclectic power of the Bay Area hip hop scene with her own unique presence, inspired by strong, independent female artists ranging from Missy Elliott and Lauryn Hill to Fiona Apple and Liz Phair.

On stage, K.Flay is a one-woman whirlwind: whether she’s creating beats, singing, rapping or playing guitar, her wit and acerbic charm shine through. Her talents have led her to share the stage with artists including Snoop Dogg, Ludacris, and 3OH!3, where she quickly won over audiences who hadn’t seen anything quite like her before. Further setting her apart from the pack, she serves as her own producer in the studio, methodically infusing her hip hop swagger with a dose of sonic exploration.

With one mixtape (the genre-hopping MASHed Potatoes) already available online, K.Flay is spending the rest of 2010 recording in San Francisco and touring with Passion Pit in October and 3oh!3 in November.

Saved
k.flay Lyrics

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Burdens go down and them Hands go up
Blessings kept falling I ran it up
All Glory to Christ who was man enough
To stand firm in the faith look death in the face
So I Praise til I got nothing Left
It’s his grace Now I’m saved from my sins
Works of the flesh lead to death
But I’m saved

Sorry lil shawty, No time for the games
Motives be wicked please back up
Every time you don’t get it your way you start making this face getting ready to act up
I should’ve peeped, That you making me weak
Middle the night, You would call just to creep
Talking that talk that you know that I like When Spirit be willing but that flesh it be weak
And I was doing so good on streak
Ain’t entertained you a couple weeks
Know I was killing, that flesh I was illin
You all in yo feelings
Im catching some sleep
Putting in work ma, You know you persistent
Each and every way you know got to get it
But I’m rocking with the faith I’m committed the God Man sacrificed, is now risen
Now I know that alot may not like it
It’s his blood on the cross made me righteous
Made in his image and likeness
In love with his love it’s the nicest
I got me a taste of that gospel
For his fame I be hittin that throttle
Can’t even cap I be good of his peace it’s a feast, So I put down the bottle
Burdens go down and them Hands go up
Blessings kept falling I ran it up
All Glory to Christ who was man enough
To stand firm in the faith and look death in the face
So I Praise til I got nothing Left
It’s his grace Now I’m saved from my sins
Works of the flesh lead to death
But I’m saved
Bond paid I was stuck in that prison
Ears open take a second and listen
We was deep running round in them trenches
God came just to pay us a visit
Life change now we getting to business
Christ Gang, so we is out on a mission
Eternal life that’s the hope and the vision
Offers up, just please take it, it don’t miss it
Cant kick Ya boy Out the booth,
Know I be flowing to much, word in me let it loose, giving them truth
It's like I be knowing to much
In Christ there’s the gift of salvation,
We wait for his comeback with patience
Practice the fruits of Galatians
Look at the book of Galatians
Burdens go down and them Hands go up
Blessings kept falling I ran it up
All Glory to Christ
Who was man enough
To stand firm in the faith and look death in the face
So I Praise til I got nothing Left
It’s his grace Now I’m saved from my sins
Works of the flesh lead to death
But I’m saved
Aye
Burdens go down and them Hands go up
Blessings kept falling I ran it up
All Glory to Christ
Who was man enough
To stand firm in the faith and look death in the face
So I Praise til I got nothing Left
It’s his grace Now I’m saved from my sins

Works of the flesh lead to death
But I’m saved

Overall Meaning

The first verse of the song "Saved" by K.Flay seems to be a playful conversation between two friends, Brian and Dave, about the ridiculousness of penny loafers. They both agree that sticking two cents worth in girly shoes is absurd. However, Dave suggests that at least quarters can be used to make a phone call. This conversation can be interpreted as a metaphor for the way we make choices in life. We often make decisions without realizing the consequences, and sometimes those decisions may seem absurd or pointless. But when we look back, we understand that each choice we made brought us to where we are.

In the chorus, K.Flay sings about a victory lap and assembling the "B." It's unclear what exactly "B" refers to, but it could be interpreted as a metaphor for a goal or a dream. The matchbox tires spinning out on the welcome mat could represent the obstacles that one may face on their way to achieving their dreams. The firemen who can't put out the rug burn could be a metaphor for the people who try to stand in our way, but ultimately can't stop us.

The second verse talks about cutting your hair short and walking through an airport while singing "good vibrations." The airport could represent the journey towards achieving one's dreams, and cutting your hair short could represent shedding your old self and taking on a new persona. Singing "good vibrations" could represent the positive energy that is needed to stay motivated and focused on achieving the goal. Overall, the song "Saved" is about the journey towards achieving a goal, the obstacles and challenges faced, and the determination needed to stay focused.

Line by Line Meaning

Well Brian and me well,
Brian and I share the same opinion

We both agree that,
We both agree that

That penny loafers are absurd,
Penny loafers do not make sense

Cause I don't know why on earth,
Because I do not understand why

You would take your two cents worth,
You would insert valuable things

And stick them in your girly shoes,
Into shoes that are considered feminine

And Dave replied well after all,
Dave responded with

Why not at least use quarters,
Why not use more valuable things?

So then you can make a phone call,
Then you can use them to make a call

Its finally time, time for our victory lap,
It's time for our triumphant celebration

Assemble the B, just one left turn,
Get ready to leave, take a left turn