Pink Siifu, born Livingston Matthews and based in Los Angeles, has made mus… Read Full Bio ↴Pink Siifu, born Livingston Matthews and based in Los Angeles, has made music under many other names, most prominently Iiye. Matthews’ music weaves a web between various pillars of neo-soul, and sun-dried California hip-hop but at the center, there is a comprehensible Siifu. His persona is fully fleshed out: an earnest poet dependent on prayer but too shy to scan as self-serious, speaking his thoughts through the voices of others and disguising his own in crooked, glinting bars.

manic
pink siifu Lyrics

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But you been telling this nigga ya whole life
What you believe?

But that′s you right?
That make you better than everybody

Sometimes the pictures be in your face
Some pictures say more than what you think

Some people even count them as words

Fly-talk
You see the circle??
Yea, yea

I don't know how to explain
Yea
It′s-
It's kinda-
You know??

Ain't no offense
It′s just, it′s something-
It's practice

You recognize??
You might respond, quicker next time
You know what I′m saying?
It won't be as many of us

Yea

You know, I might say that God
It′s just cause and effect
You might not need it right now
But you know what it is??
Shuffle them bitches again
Know when the game starting then

Just keep on, just keep on
Consistancy, manic, however society society may categorize it
Find your own pace
Tortoise win the race, right??
You feel me??

Yea

Overall Meaning

In Pink Siifu's song "Manic," the lyrics explore the concept of self-discovery and finding one's own pace in life. The first few lines refer to telling someone your beliefs and how that makes you different and better than everyone else. However, the following lines suggest that sometimes pictures can say more than words, implying that perhaps there are things that cannot be articulated or captured simply through talking alone. The term "fly-talk" is then introduced, which suggests a certain level of coolness or confidence in one's demeanor.

The lyrics then delve into the idea of recognizing and responding to certain cues or signs, indicating an awareness of one's surroundings and the importance of timing. The reference to God and cause and effect suggests a belief in the interconnectedness of things and the idea that everything happens for a reason, even if we do not always realize it in the moment. The concept of consistency is emphasized, with the line "just keep on" suggesting a perseverance and dedication to one's goals, despite any societal categorization or label that may be applied.

Overall, the lyrics of "Manic" seem to be about finding one's own path in life and staying true to oneself, even in the face of challenges or obstacles. The theme of self-discovery and growth is woven throughout the song, with an emphasis on the importance of listening to one's intuition, recognizing opportunities, and staying focused on the bigger picture.

Line by Line Meaning

But you been telling this nigga ya whole life
Have you been sharing your innermost thoughts and beliefs with someone?

What you believe?
Are you confident in your beliefs?

But that′s you right?
But that's who you are, isn't it?

That make you better than everybody
Does that make you superior to others?

Sometimes the pictures be in your face
Sometimes images can convey more meaning than we think they do

Some pictures say more than what you think
Some pictures can have a deeper meaning than what is apparent at first glance.

Some people even count them as words
Some individuals view images as being as impactful as spoken or written words.

Fly-talk
Slang for spitting knowledge

You see the circle??
Do you notice the patterns or cycles of life?

Yea, yea
Acknowledgement or agreement

I don't know how to explain
I'm unsure of how to articulate this

Yea
Acknowledgement or agreement

It′s- It's kinda- You know??
I'm struggling to find the right words to express myself, you understand what I'm getting at?

Ain't no offense It′s just, it′s something- It's practice
I'm not trying to offend you, it's just that we need to keep practicing and improving.

You recognize??
Do you see what I mean?

You might respond, quicker next time You know what I′m saying?
You'll be able to respond more promptly next time, do you understand the point I'm trying to make?

It won't be as many of us
There won't be as many people involved

You know, I might say that God It′s just cause and effect You might not need it right now But you know what it is??
Some refer to God in terms of cause and effect. Even if you may not need that concept right now, you acknowledge it's existence, right?

Shuffle them bitches again Know when the game starting then
Let's change things up and be ready for when the competition begins.

Just keep on, just keep on Consistancy, manic, however society society may categorize it Find your own pace Tortoise win the race, right?? You feel me??
Stay persistent and focused, regardless of what society labels it as. Find your own rhythm and keep moving forward. Remember the story of the tortoise and the hare, slower but consistent wins the race, right? Do you understand where I'm coming from?

Yea
Acknowledgement or agreement

Writer(s): Livingston Matthews

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