Frampton is well known for his notoriously gritty and rough instrumentals and raw, politically charged lyrics, especially around Brexit and Theresa May’s tenure as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. His stage name originates from his childhood nickname - Frampton had a speech impediment which caused him to speak slowly and with a drawl. Originally known as Slow Ty, he changed it to slowthai when he released his first single in 2016.
Missing
slowthai Lyrics
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Stories high
High telling stories in story time
Same routine getting boring, why?
You do the same thing then you compromise
Moral compass always points wrong
Like I'm on the North Pole tryna make it home
When in Rome only drugs condone
Who am I? What I stand for?
Tell myself you need to be a man more
Man up where ya hand carve loss from pampers
Sandwich short of a picnic
Run through your packed lunch
Life in a bin bag, quickly get wrapped up
Treated like a rodent
Fall in or just decomposing
No opinions, no emotions
Falling, thinking I've been missing
No one's calling, no one ever listens
Only falling away, I'm missing
Miss falling, why you missing?
Thinking I've been missing
No one's calling, no one ever listens
Only falling away, I'm missing
Miss falling, tell me where you missing?
Only enemy is between your eyes
Telegraphy, they can't read your mind
Therapy and they tell you lies
They only want more, you ain't got no pies
Why you chatting like a snake, you bite
Vampires come and take a pint
Tight rope and I walk the line
On the line, sitting tall
While you lost your spine
Spineless, got a crooked by the neck
The scruff gets rough just a scuff on the leg
He's sensing a bump on the head
Hand me a P, why you bump me instead?
Trust in me, you're my best friend
I don't know if you're alive or dead
Fine line define my strengths
How far will you go if it's not arm's length
Falling, thinking I've been missing
No one's calling, no one ever listens
Only falling away, I'm missing
Miss falling, why you missing?
Thinking I've been missing
No one's calling, no one ever listens
Only falling away, I'm missing
Miss falling
The song "Missing" by slowthai, Tyron Frampton, and Michalis “MsM” Michael's talks about feeling lost and disconnected from the world. The first verse talks about the monotony of life, where doing the same thing every day leads to boredom and compromises. The moral compass always points in the wrong direction, like being lost at the North Pole. The second verse talks about the isolation and loneliness one can feel, where no one calls or listens. The only enemy is oneself, as it is difficult for people to read the mind and therapy may not always be helpful.
The chorus emphasizes the feeling of missing something, where the singer is falling and missing something that could make them feel complete. The repetition of the words "missing" and "falling" reflects the sense of despair and helplessness. The bridge talks about the need for trust and defines personal boundaries. It is important to know how far someone is willing to go and when to draw the line.
Overall, the song is a poignant reflection on the human experience and our constant struggle to find meaning and connection in a world that can be cold and indifferent.
Line by Line Meaning
Balcony
Starting on a high point.
Stories high
Standing on a balcony, high above the ground.
High telling stories in story time
Feeling like you're above everyone else and telling your own stories.
Same routine getting boring, why?
Getting tired of your ordinary life and questioning why it's not more exciting.
You do the same thing then you compromise
Feeling like you're stuck in a rut and settling for less than you want.
Moral compass always points wrong
Feeling lost and uncertain about what's right and wrong.
Like I'm on the North Pole tryna make it home
Feeling like you're in a completely foreign place, trying to find your way back to where you belong.
When in Rome only drugs condone
Feeling like drugs are the only way to fit in or cope with life's challenges.
'Cause real men cry and thugs go home
Recognizing that vulnerability and emotions are strength, while violence and aggression are weakness.
Who am I? What I stand for?
Questioning your identity and values.
Tell myself you need to be a man more
Feeling like you need to be stronger or more confident in your actions.
Man up where ya hand carve loss from pampers
Taking responsibility for your failures and learning from them, without making excuses.
Sandwich short of a picnic
Feeling like you're lacking something important or not quite right in the head.
Run through your packed lunch
Going through your possessions or resources too quickly or carelessly.
Life in a bin bag, quickly get wrapped up
Feeling like your life is disposable, like trash that can be easily disposed of or forgotten.
Treated like a rodent
Feeling dehumanized or like a pest that people want to get rid of.
Fall in or just decomposing
Either conforming to societal expectations or losing your identity altogether.
No opinions, no emotions
Feeling like you can't express yourself or have valid thoughts and feelings.
Falling, thinking I've been missing
Feeling like you're falling behind or not living up to your potential.
No one's calling, no one ever listens
Feeling unheard and invisible.
Only falling away, I'm missing
Feeling like you're drifting away from your goals and dreams.
Miss falling, why you missing?
Wondering why you miss the feeling of falling, when it's actually scary and uncomfortable.
Only enemy is between your eyes
Realizing that your biggest obstacle is your own mind and negative self-talk.
Telegraphy, they can't read your mind
Feeling like you can't communicate your thoughts and feelings clearly or effectively.
Therapy and they tell you lies
Feeling disillusioned with therapy or mental health professionals who don't seem to help or understand you.
They only want more, you ain't got no pies
Feeling like others are only interested in what they can get from you, not who you are as a person.
Why you chatting like a snake, you bite
Feeling like someone is being deceptive or untrustworthy.
Vampires come and take a pint
Feeling drained by others who take from you without giving anything back.
Tight rope and I walk the line
Feeling like you're walking a fine line between success and failure, or between two opposing views or values.
On the line, sitting tall
Feeling confident and in control, even though you're in a precarious situation.
While you lost your spine
Feeling like someone else is weak or indecisive, compared to your own strength and determination.
Spineless, got a crooked by the neck
Feeling like you're surrounded by weak or dishonest people who can't be trusted.
The scruff gets rough just a scuff on the leg
Getting through tough situations with only minor injuries or setbacks.
He's sensing a bump on the head
Feeling like someone else is trying to harm or betray you.
Hand me a P, why you bump me instead?
Asking why someone would try to bring you down instead of supporting you or working together with you.
Trust in me, you're my best friend
Feeling loyal to someone and believing in their trustworthiness.
I don't know if you're alive or dead
Feeling uncertain about someone's well-being or presence in your life.
Fine line define my strengths
Recognizing that the line between your greatest strengths and weaknesses is a thin one.
How far will you go if it's not arm's length
Questioning how much you're willing to endure or sacrifice for someone else, if they're not physically close to you.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Isaac Holman, Kwes Darko, Laurie Vincent, Tyrone Frampton
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