DIY or Die
DIY or Die: A Rebellion Against Corporate Soundscapes
Lyrics
I sing in houses and you sing for corporate
The singer emphasizes their preference for performing in intimate settings (houses) compared to the other person who performs for corporate audiences.
I sing in houses and you sing for corporate
-I know that one of us sucks
The singer acknowledges a difference in skill or appeal between them and the other person, expressing a subjective judgment.
I can say and do what I want
The singer asserts their freedom to express themselves without restrictions, possibly contrasting with the perceived constraints of mainstream or commercial music.
DIY or die to me
DIY (Do It Yourself) or die is presented as a personal philosophy, suggesting a commitment to independent, self-driven artistic expression.
Change the way you live your life
An encouragement to change one's lifestyle, possibly advocating for a shift towards a more independent and authentic way of living.
I sing with reverb and you sing with autotune
Contrast in the singer's use of reverb and the other person's use of autotune, with a dislike for the latter's singing style expressed.
I don't like the way you sing
-You just wanna be king
The other person is portrayed as desiring fame and power (to be king) while the singer simply wants to express themselves through singing.
And I wanna sing
The singer's desire to sing is reiterated, emphasizing the passion for the act of singing itself.
Change the way you sing your song
A call for a change in the way the other person approaches their music, possibly urging them to focus on authenticity and meaningful expression rather than seeking popularity (clout).
You sing for a lot of clout and I sing for a lot of doubt
-Somehow we're all the same
-You just sing for fame
-And I sing to reclaim
-Change the way you sing your song
-And you said that you wouldn't sell out
Repetition of the idea that the other person claimed not to "sell out" but is engaged in pay-to-play practices for both name and fame, suggesting hypocrisy or a departure from their stated principles.
Pay to play for your name
-And you said that you wouldn't sell out
-Pay to play or your fame
-And you said that you wouldn't sell out
-Pay to play for your name
-And you said that you wouldn't sell out
-Pay to play for your fame
-I sing in houses and you sing for corporate
Reiteration of the singer's preference for intimate performances and the assertion of their freedom to express themselves without constraints.
I know that one of us sucks
-I can say and do what I want
-DIY to me
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