Flashing Lights
kanye feat. dwele Lyrics

Flashing lights, lights
The repetition of these words sets the tone for the song and emphasizes the theme of a glamorous, high-profile lifestyle.

She don't believe in shootin' stars
The person being referenced doesn't believe in the mystical or spiritual, but believes in material possessions like shoes and cars.

But she believe in shoes and cars
The person being referenced values material possessions, specifically designer clothing and luxury automobiles.

Wood floors in the new apartment
The artist has upgraded their living situation by moving to a new apartment with high-end features.

Couture from the store's department
The person being referenced wears designer clothing purchased from department stores.

You more like L'eau de Stardee shit
The person being addressed is seen as insignificant and lowbrow compared to the luxurious lifestyle enjoyed by the singer.

I'm more of the, trips to Florida
The singer views travel to warm and sunny locations as a key aspect of their lifestyle.

Order the h'orderves, views of the Water
The artist enjoys fine dining and beautiful waterfront scenery.

Straight from the page of your favorite author
The artist references literary works to indicate their refined taste and cultural knowledge.

And the weather so breezy
The weather is perfect and enjoyable.

Man why can't life always be this easy
The singer appreciates the good life and wishes it could always be effortless and carefree.

She in the mirror dancing so sleazy
The person referenced is seen as performing lewd or provocative movements while looking at themselves in the mirror.

I get a call like where are you Yeezy
Someone contacts Kanye, likely a romantic partner, seeking to know his whereabouts.

Try to hit you with a 'Oeur de Whopee'
The person contacting Kanye attempts to impress him with their knowledge of high-end French perfume.

Till I get flashed by the paparazzi
Kanye is suddenly photographed by the paparazzi, disrupting the conversation and adding to his annoyance with them.

Damn, these niggas got me
Kanye expresses frustration with paparazzi and perhaps other people in general who are trying to interfere with his life.

I hate these niggas more than the Nazi
Kanye compares his disdain for paparazzi and other interfering individuals to the extreme hatred felt towards Nazis during wartime.

As I recall, I know you love to show off
Kanye reflects on the tendencies of his romantic partner to enjoy drawing attention to themselves and displaying their wealth and status.

But I never thought that you would take it this far
Kanye is surprised by the extent to which his partner has gone to display their extravagance and status.

What do I know? Flashing lights, lights
Kanye admits he may not be fully aware of the extent of his partner's tendencies to show off their wealth and status.

I know it's been a while
Kanye acknowledges that he and his partner have not spoken in some time.

Sweetheart, we hardly talk, I was doing my thing
Kanye explains that he was busy with his own affairs and not neglecting his partner intentionally.

I know I was foul bay-bay
Kanye takes responsibility for his past actions that may have hurt his partner.

A-bay lately you been all on my brain
Kanye has been thinking frequently of his partner lately.

And if somebody would've told me a month ago
Kanye is reflecting on the changes and uncertainties of his relationship with his partner.

Fronting though, yo I wouldn't wanna know
Kanye asserts that he would rather live in ignorance than deal with the harsh realities of his relationship ending.

If somebody would've told me a year ago
Kanye acknowledges that even a year ago, he would not have expected the changes that have occurred in his relationship.

It'd go, get this difficult
Kanye predicts that things will become more challenging in his relationship.

Feeling like Katrina with no fema
Kanye compares his emotional struggles in the relationship to the devastation and lack of support in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

Like Martin with no Gina
Kanye references the popular TV show Martin, in which Gina was the female lead character and a love interest for Martin. Without her, the show would not have been as successful or enjoyable to watch.

Like a flight with no visa
Kanye compares his relationship struggles to the difficulty of traveling without proper documentation or permission.

First class with the seat back I still see ya
Even in a luxurious setting like first class on a plane, Kanye can't stop thinking about his partner.

In my past, you on the other side of the glass
Kanye reflects on the times he and his partner shared, now feeling distant and separated like they are on opposite sides of a glass panel in a museum.

Of my memory's museum
Kanye invokes the image of a museum to emphasize the significance of his memories with his partner.

I'm just saying, Hey Mona Lisa
Kanye references the famous painting by Leonardo da Vinci to address his partner in a flattering way, implying that she is just as timeless and valuable as the artwork.

Come home you know you can't Rome without Caesar
Kanye points out that his partner needs him as a partner and a leader, like Caesar was in ancient Rome.

As you recall, you know I love to show off
Kanye reminds his partner of his own tendency to show off his wealth and status.

But you never thought that I would take it this far
Kanye recognizes that this tendency might surprise his partner or cause her discomfort.

What do you know? Flashing lights, lights
Kanye acknowledges that his partner may have insights and knowledge about the situation that he doesn't have.

Lights, lights, lights, lights
The repetition of this phrase at the end of the song emphasizes the theme of bright, showy lights and reinforces the glamorous lifestyle described throughout the song.