Dial Tone
ramz Lyrics
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All you're gettin' is a dial tone, yeah
Any time you call, I can't pick up the phone, no
I'm out here makin' milestones, yeah
Don't we look good? Don't we look good?
All you're gettin' is a dial tone, yeah
Any time you call, I can't pick up the phone, no
Don't we look good now? Don't we look good, good, good?
Any problems, we ain't fallin' out
Any problems and I'm stickin' 'round (Stickin' 'round)
I know we can't even get through it now
I used to show you that I was real (I did)
Everybody think they know you now (Know you now)
But nobody know you as well as I do (No way)
Be careful of the people you choose (Be careful)
Tell me...
How can I wait for your, wait for your
Wait for your love?
When all you did is change on me, play on me
I shoulda known from the start
All you're gettin' is a dial tone, yeah
Any time you call, I can't pick up the phone, no
I'm out here makin' milestones, yeah
Don't we look good? Don't we look good?
All you're gettin' is a dial tone, yeah (Dial tone, yeah)
Any time you call, I can't pick up the phone, no
I'm out here makin' milestones, yeah (Yeah)
Don't we look good now? Don't we look good, good, good?
You want money (Money), you want love (You want love)
You complain 'til you're gettin' what you want (What you want)
You want kisses (You want kisses), you want hugs (And you want hugs)
You aren't missin' that, but...
How can I wait for your, wait for your
Wait for your love?
When all you did is change on me, play on me
I shoulda known from the start
All you're gettin' is a dial tone, yeah
Any time you call, I can't pick up the phone, no
I'm out here makin' milestones,
Yeah (I'm out here makin' milestones, yeah)
Don't we look good? Don't we look good?
All you're gettin' is a dial tone, yeah
Any time you call, I can't pick up the phone, no
I'm out here makin' milestones, yeah
Don't we look good now? Don't we look good?
All you're gettin' is a dial tone, yeah (Dial tone, yeah)
Any time you call, I can't pick up the phone, no
I'm out here makin' milestones, yeah
Don't we look good now? Don't we look good?
I be in my brain, I be, I be in my brain
I be in my brain
Good, good, good
I be in my brain, I be, I be in my brain
I be in my brain
Don't we look good, good, good?
I be in my brain, I be, I be in my brain
I be in my brain
Dial tone, yeah
I be in my brain, I be, I be in my brain
Don't we look good now? Don't we look good?
All you're gettin' is a ...
The lyrics in Ramz's "Dial Tone" speak to his growth and success as an artist, and the way that success has affected his relationships. He acknowledges that while he may not be as available to some people as he used to be, he is making progress and achieving important milestones in his career. The repeated refrain of "All you're getting is a dial tone" emphasizes that he can't always pick up the phone when people call, but it also suggests that he is moving beyond the past and leaving certain relationships behind. Ramz urges people to be careful who they choose to surround themselves with, and to consider the potential impact of those choices.
The song also explores the idea of waiting for love, and the hurt that can come when the love one is waiting for doesn't materialize or changes. Ramz questions how he can wait for someone who has changed and played with him, when all he gets is a dial tone from them. He points out that some people will ask for money, love, kisses and hugs, but will still not be satisfied. In the end, he emphasizes that he is content being in his own head (or "in my brain"), and that he is focused on his success.
Overall, "Dial Tone" seems to be about Ramz's evolution as an artist and a person. He's moving on from certain people and aspects of his past, but he's also aware that success comes with its own complications and sacrifices.
Line by Line Meaning
Cool, yeah I wrote this
Ramz declares that he is the mastermind behind the song.
All you're gettin' is a dial tone, yeah
Ramz is intentionally not answering any calls from the person he is singing about.
Any time you call, I can't pick up the phone, no
Ramz reiterates that he is not available to speak on the phone.
I'm out here makin' milestones, yeah
Ramz indicates that he is focusing on achieving success in his career.
Don't we look good? Don't we look good?
Ramz is proud of his accomplishments and appearance.
Any problems, we ain't fallin' out
Ramz promises to remain loyal to the person despite any issues they may face.
Any problems and I'm stickin' 'round (Stickin' 'round)
Ramz is emphasizing his commitment to the person in contrast to their unfaithfulness.
I know we can't even get through it now
Ramz acknowledges that their relationship is broken beyond repair.
I used to show you that I was real (I did)
Ramz conveys that he was unequivocally honest and true to the person.
Everybody think they know you now (Know you now)
Ramz notes that the person's public image is different from who they truly are.
But nobody know you as well as I do (No way)
Ramz asserts that he understands the person better than anyone else.
Be careful of the people you choose (Be careful)
Ramz advises the person to be cautious when selecting their social circle.
Tell me...
Ramz invites the person to share their thoughts and feelings with him.
How can I wait for your, wait for your
Wait for your love?
Ramz questions why he would wait for the person's love considering their actions.
When all you did is change on me, play on me
I shoulda known from the start
Ramz is reminded of the person's deceitfulness and regrets trusting them.
You want money (Money), you want love (You want love)
You complain 'til you're gettin' what you want (What you want)
You want kisses (You want kisses), you want hugs (And you want hugs)
You aren't missin' that, but...
Ramz accuses the person of being materialistic and manipulative.
All you're gettin' is a dial tone, yeah
Ramz emphasizes that the person's calls will continue to go unanswered.
I'm out here makin' milestones,
Ramz repeats his focus on accomplishing his goals.
Don't we look good? Don't we look good?
Ramz remains confident and proud of his achievements with or without the person.
I be in my brain, I be, I be in my brain
Ramz is stuck in his own thoughts and introspection.
Dial tone, yeah
Ramz reiterates that the person will only receive a dial tone.
Don't we look good now? Don't we look good?
Ramz reiterates his self-assuredness and satisfaction in his current state.
All you're gettin' is a dial tone, yeah (Dial tone, yeah)
Any time you call, I can't pick up the phone, no
Ramz repeats that he has no interest in speaking to the person.
I be in my brain, I be, I be in my brain
Ramz reiterates his preoccupation with his own thoughts.
Don't we look good, good, good?
Ramz remains proud and satisfied with himself.
Writer(s): Joacim Bo Persson, Sebastian Arman, Ramone Ralin Rochester
Contributed by Isaac F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.