Influenced at a young age by the likes of Andre 3000, Lil Wayne, and Lupe Fiasco, maderanged first began to explore his musical acumen at age 13 by producing instrumentals. He quickly transitioned into a vocal role as one half of duo ‘Misfits 1&2’, formed with close friend and early collaborator PhD. Upon moving to the East Coast at age 18, maderanged doubled down on his dedication to his craft, performing freestyles and unreleased singles at small venues.
Hopscotch
maderanged Lyrics
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Where did you learn how to fly?
And I dreamt that I was the sun
And you were made of wax
Just get home safe, okay?
Snowfall in your face
Hopscotch in the rain
Young, dumb, hard to say
I won't integrate
Who thought that love would die
Snowfall in your face
Hopscotch in the rain
I seen another side
Young, dumb, hard to say
I won't integrate
Who thought that love would die (uhhhh)
Ahhh-ahhh-ahoooo
Ahhaahh-ahhaahh-ahoooo
Ahhh-ahhh-oooo
Who thought that love would die
Uhhhhhh
Hold on young fella
Cleaning your nose up
Who thought that love would diе
I live whеre the world don't seem real
I live where the sun don't shine, and the trees don't grow
And your face don't smile, and December don't snow
And the birds don't fly, and the kids don't grow
And the fish get seasick
I live where the stars ain't bright, and the ships don't float
And I stay all night
Don't go making homes out of stepping stones
Drive slow, these roads get bumpy
Calpurnia had a dream about Caesar
My rib wasn't mine to begin with
I threw up on your dashboard leather
And woke up to the darkest scene
I guess all my dreams were a fever
Snowfall in your face
Hopscotch in the rain
I seen another side
Young, dumb, hard to say
I won't integrate
Who thought that love would die
Snowfall in your face
Hopscotch in the rain
I seen another side
Young, dumb, hard to say
I won't integrate
Who thought that love would die (uhhhh)
Ahhh-ahhh-ahoooo
Ahhaahh-ahhaahh-ahoooo
Ahhh-ahhh-oooo
Who thought that love would die
The lyrics of "Hopscotch" by maderanged convey a sense of wonder and confusion in a relationship. The song begins with the singer expressing their astonishment at meeting someone unlike anyone they have ever encountered before, questioning where this person learned to fly. This could symbolize their partner's ability to transcend boundaries and soar to new heights in their relationship.
The following lines, "And I dreamt that I was the sun, And you were made of wax, Just get home safe, okay?" suggest that the singer sees themselves as a powerful force while perceiving their partner as vulnerable yet precious. They express concern for their loved one's well-being and emphasize the importance of their safe return, indicating a deep level of care and affection.
The repetition of the phrase "Snowfall in your face, Hopscotch in the rain" creates a juxtaposition between opposing elements, signifying the unpredictability and ups and downs of their relationship. It implies that they have experienced both moments of beauty (snowfall) and challenges (rain) together. The line "I seen another side, Young, dumb, hard to say, I won't integrate" suggests that they have witnessed a different side to their partner, perhaps revealing aspects of their personality that are youthful and uncertain. The singer also affirms their unwillingness to conform or merge their identity completely with their partner's.
The subsequent lines, "Who thought that love would die, Ahhh-ahhh-ahoooo, Ahhaahh-ahhaahh-ahoooo, Ahhh-ahhh-oooo, Who thought that love would die," express a sense of disbelief and questioning about the fragility of love. It's as if the singer is pondering who could have imagined that love could come to an end.
In the final paragraph, the singer describes a desolate and surreal landscape where nothing seems real or vibrant. This imagery portrays a state of emotional emptiness and disillusionment. The mention of Calpurnia dreaming about Caesar, along with references to personal experiences involving sickness and darkness, suggests a connection to classical literature and a sense of personal turmoil. The lyrics convey a feeling of loss and disillusionment, with the singer realizing that their dreams have been merely fleeting illusions.
Overall, "Hopscotch" explores themes of wonder, vulnerability, uncertainty in a relationship, and the eventual disillusionment that can occur within the realm of love. The song offers a contemplative reflection on the complexities of human connection and the transient nature of emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
I've never met anyone like you before
You are truly unique and unlike anyone else I have ever encountered
Where did you learn how to fly?
I'm amazed by your ability to soar and defy gravity
And I dreamt that I was the sun
In my dream, I embodied the radiant and powerful energy of the sun
And you were made of wax
And you, in contrast, were delicate and easily molded like wax
Just get home safe, okay?
Please take care and ensure your safe return home
Snowfall in your face
The beauty of snow falling gently onto your face
Hopscotch in the rain
Playing hopscotch joyfully while the rain pours down around us
I seen another side
I have witnessed a different aspect or facet of your character
Young, dumb, hard to say
We were young and perhaps naive, making it difficult to fully articulate our experiences
I won't integrate
I refuse to conform or assimilate into societal expectations
Who thought that love would die
Who could have anticipated that love would wither and fade away
Ahhh-ahhh-ahoooo
Expressing a sense of longing or yearning
Ahhaahh-ahhaahh-ahoooo
Further expressing the depth of longing and desire
Ahhh-ahhh-oooo
An exclamation of surprise or disbelief
Who thought that love would die
Once again expressing astonishment at the death of love
Uhhhhhh
An interjection to convey a mix of emotions or uncertainty
Hold on young fella
Keep strong and persevere, my young companion
Cleaning your nose up
Taking care of yourself and attending to personal matters
Who thought that love would die
Continuing to reflect on the unexpected demise of love
I live where the world don't seem real
I reside in a place where reality appears distorted or surreal
I live where the sun don't shine, and the trees don't grow
In my world, there is darkness and barrenness, devoid of warmth and life
And your face don't smile, and December don't snow
Your expression lacks joy, and even the winter month of December lacks its magical snowfall
And the birds don't fly, and the kids don't grow
Birds do not take flight, and children do not experience growth or progress in this desolate place
And the fish get seasick
Even the fish suffer from motion sickness in this peculiar world
I live where the stars ain't bright, and the ships don't float
Stars do not shine brightly, and ships do not sail in the sky or on the water here
And I stay all night
I remain awake throughout the night, unable to find rest or solace
Don't go making homes out of stepping stones
Do not build permanent foundations or settle for temporary solutions
Drive slow, these roads get bumpy
Proceed cautiously, as the path ahead may be filled with obstacles and challenges
Calpurnia had a dream about Caesar
Referencing a dream, potentially involving betrayal or treachery, like Calpurnia's premonition in Shakespeare's play Julius Caesar
My rib wasn't mine to begin with
A metaphorical statement suggesting that someone else had control or ownership over a significant part of my being
I threw up on your dashboard leather
A vivid image of a messy and unpleasant situation involving vomiting on expensive car upholstery
And woke up to the darkest scene
Emerging from a state of unconsciousness into a bleak and foreboding environment
I guess all my dreams were a fever
Realizing that all the aspirations and desires I held were mere illusions or delusions
Ahhh-ahhh-ahoooo
An emotional cry or outpouring
Ahhaahh-ahhaahh-ahoooo
A sustained expression of intense emotions or longing
Ahhh-ahhh-oooo
An exclamation highlighting surprise or disbelief
Who thought that love would die
Reiterating the astonishment surrounding the death of love
Writer(s): Kidus Yonas Kebede
Contributed by Nora S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.