In June of 2015, nobigdyl. released an EP, entitled Summer Camp Sessions, which was met with similar success, and, shortly thereafter, he earned a finalist position in Funk Volume’s Don’t Funk Up Our Beats contest with fellow rapper Mogli the Iceburg. He has been featured on Derek Minor’s award-winning album Empire and has opened for various artists including Canon, B. Cooper, and Derek Minor. nobigdyl. is preparing to release his debut album, Canopy, on February 3, 2017.
ORION
nobigdyl. Lyrics
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La la la la la
All my people, push back evil that′s on sight
We gon' fight, we gon′ rage against the dying of the light
I'm a giant, I feel like Goliath, but I'm righteous
Know we gon′ make it, we don′t need a psychic
So, if you gonna riot, do it right
Shining like Orion, see the light now
If you gonna riot, do it right now, do it right
Ain′t it true that all we need is love
I'm solar powered, I don′t need a plug
Standing up ain't no lean in my cup
But I still feel depression creeping up
I′m in a dark place, it kinda feel like space
I need more light for it to penetrate
I need more life, I kinda feel like Drake
I been in more fights than men in MMA
Many faces showed me plenty hate
But I been given grace that I can demonstrate
Yeah, I'm straight, and I fix my face when I pen my fate
Loneliness can happen in a very crowded room
Especially when they know who you are but do not know you
I seen many smiling faces that feel miserable inside
And I admit I been that guy at times I'm pitiful too
Shout to XXX I know that life has brought you stress
I really mean it if I could I′d send an SMS
Anyway, I know a way to send an SOS
I put my message in my songs and pray that you are blessed
All my people, push back evil that′s on sight
We gon' fight, we gon′ rage against the dying of the light
I'm a giant, I feel like Goliath, but I′m righteous
Know we gon' make it, we don′t need a psychic
So, if you gonna riot, do it right
They can't keep you silent, well alright
Shining like Orion, see the light now
If you gonna riot, do it right now, do it right
Shining my light, little light
If you gonna fight, get it right
All of your problems, minimize
They will be solved in the dead of night
I wear all black like a Mennonite
I been this way since like Nick at Nite
All of my pain got legitimized
The son of David epitomized
What it means to be loved
They don't care about us
They disparaging us
Nancy Kerrigan us
But my advocate He ain′t havin′ it
Put all time in my blood
On my axis I spun
In the path of the sun
All my people, push back evil that's on sight
We gon′ fight, we gon' rage against the dying of the light
I′m a giant, I feel like Goliath, but I'm righteous
Know we gon′ make it, we don't need a psychic
So, if you gonna riot, do it right
They can't keep you silent, well alright
Shining like Orion, see the light now
If you gonna riot, do it right now, do it right
Lighting up the night time
Imma let my light shine
That′s how we do on my side
That′s how we do on my side
Lighting up the night time
Imma let my light shine
That's how we do on my side
That′s how we do on my side
Lighting up the night time
Imma let my light shine
That's how we do on my side
That′s how we do on my side
Lighting up the night time
Imma let my light shine
That's how we do on my side
That′s how we do on my side
God and His Word all through scripture
They're compared to the sun
As soon as the sun gets out of the the centre of the solar system
Everything crashes
Everything goes chaotic
God is light and there is absolutely no darkness in him
The light shines in the darkness
And yet the darkness did not overcome it
The lyrics of nobigdyl.'s song "Orion" are an exploration of the human experience of emotions and how people can use their inner strength to resist forces that try to bring them down. The song is an anthem for those who feel lost or overwhelmed, encouraging them to remain steadfast in their quest for personal freedom and self-expression. The track begins with an empowering message for people to push back against anything that tries to hold them back. The singer invokes the metaphor of Goliath to paint himself as a giant fighting for a righteous cause but with an element of doubt. However, the belief in oneself and the strength to fight back are more critical than foretelling the future. He encourages anyone who will stage a riot to do it correctly; to make a difference, to tell your story.
The second verse of the song speaks about depression and loneliness. That even in a crowded room full of people, one can still feel lonely. The artist acknowledges how depression can cloud one's thoughts and emphasizes the need for light and life that can penetrate the darkness. Through this song, nobigdyl. addresses how mental health issues and societal pressure can lead people to feel isolated and disconnected. He emphasizes the power of music to uplift and comfort the listener.
The chorus brings the message home, reminding people that if they want to fight, do it right. They should never be silent, shine like the constellation Orion, and never give up fighting against the darkness. Finally, the song transcends just the mental or social health discourse, addressing God's omnipresence and how He provides us with eternal light.
Line by Line Meaning
All my people, push back evil that’s on sight
Encourages listeners to stand up against evil and fight for what’s right.
We gon' fight, we gon' rage against the dying of the light
Inspires listeners to keep fighting, even in the darkest of times.
I'm a giant, I feel like Goliath, but I'm righteous
Despite feeling large and powerful, the rapper remains humble and righteous.
Know we gon' make it, we don't need a psychic
The rapper is confident in their abilities and doesn’t rely on outside help to succeed.
So, if you gonna riot, do it right
Encourages peaceful protesting and standing up for what one believes in.
They can't keep you silent, well alright
No one has the power to silence or suppress one's voice.
Shining like Orion, see the light now
Metaphor for shining brightly and being a guiding light for others.
If you gonna riot, do it right now, do it right
Reiterates that peaceful protesting is the right method for creating change.
Ain't it true that all we need is love
Affirms that love is the most important thing in life.
I'm solar powered, I don't need a plug
Metaphor for the rapper being self-reliant and not needing external validation or support to function.
Standing up ain't no lean in my cup
The rapper stands tall and doesn’t let anyone bring them down.
But I still feel depression creeping up
Despite their strength, the rapper struggles with their mental health.
I'm in a dark place, it kinda feel like space
The darker and emptier parts of the universe are a metaphor for the rapper’s mental state.
I need more light for it to penetrate
The rapper needs more positivity and love to overcome their depression and pain.
I need more life, I kinda feel like Drake
Drake is a famous rapper who often explores themes of pain and loss in his music.
I been in more fights than men in MMA
The rapper has had a difficult life, full of struggles and challenges.
Many faces showed me plenty hate
The rapper has faced a lot of negativity and criticism from others.
But I been given grace that I can demonstrate
Despite the hate, the rapper has been given the gift of grace and strives to be a positive example for others.
Loneliness can happen in a very crowded room
Metaphor for feeling isolated and disconnected from others, even in a social setting.
Especially when they know who you are but do not know you
Even if people recognize the rapper, they may not truly understand or know them as a person.
I seen many smiling faces that feel miserable inside
People often hide their struggles behind a happy facade.
And I admit I been that guy at times I'm pitiful too
The rapper has also struggled with putting on a brave face and hiding their true feelings.
Shout to XXX I know that life has brought you stress
The rapper pays tribute to XXXTentacion, a rapper who faced many struggles before his tragic death.
I really mean it if I could I'd send an SMS
The rapper wishes they could reach out and support those who are struggling, even if they can't physically be there for them.
Anyway, I know a way to send an SOS
The rapper shares their own way of reaching out to others through their music.
I put my message in my songs and pray that you are blessed
The rapper hopes that their music can inspire and uplift their listeners.
Lighting up the night time
Metaphor for spreading positivity and being a guiding light for others.
Imma let my light shine
The rapper will continue to be their authentic self and spread positivity through their music.
That's how we do on my side
Hat-tip to the rapper's community and support system.
God and His Word all through scripture, They're compared to the sun
In many religious texts, God is equated with the sun or light, representing goodness and hope.
As soon as the sun gets out of the the centre of the solar system, Everything crashes, Everything goes chaotic
Metaphor for what happens when we lose sight of the goodness and positivity represented by the sun and God.
God is light and there is absolutely no darkness in him
Within God, there is no negativity or evil.
The light shines in the darkness, And yet the darkness did not overcome it
Even in the darkest of times, there is still hope and positivity to be found and spread.
Writer(s): Derek Johnson, Anthony Alexander, Anthony Cruz, Dylan Phillips
Contributed by Gabriel K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
xavier brown
GOD lead me to this guy I been hocked ever since I heard pressure thank you lord and thank you to you for making the music
A frican native
"As soon as the sun gets out of the center of the SOLAR system, everything crashes, everything goes chaotic"...God is light!!!
Alberto Guzman
Here from the beginning! Dyl, you are going to blow up son! Canopy and Solar go hand in hand like Adam and Eve! Thank you for your music. You Are Inspirational!
Donsmoove1217
If you're gonna riot it do it right✊🏿
Julianna
favorite song by Dyl. <3 Praise the Lord! Let the light shine! 🔥
A frican native
"Shout to XXX, I know that life has brought you stress. I really mean it, If I could I'd send an sms. Anyway, I know a way to send an sos; I put my message in my songs and pray that you are blessed" ...RIP X
Bendew
A frican native This was made 4 days before his death too
Victor Quintana
Love your lyrical expression
Miguel Guzman
This was a vibe 😊👍I love message👍👍
Team Johnson
LOVE THIS SONG!!!!!!!!😍😍😍😍