Boppin'
Ephemeral Insights: Ghost in the Tapes Unravels Life's Layers
Lyrics
The liquor grows older
The quality of the alcohol improves over time.
Sometimes she shines, while giving me the cold shoulder
At times, the person (possibly a significant other) appears radiant, but also exhibits indifference or aloofness.
Probably give her time
Patience may be required to understand or connect with the person mentioned in line 2.
London in the wintertime
Refers to a location (London) during the winter season.
The sky is alright
The sky's condition is acceptable or satisfactory.
Sunsets and crescents while I'm cookin' more rhymes
Engaged in creating more rhymes with references to celestial bodies like sunsets and crescents.
No need for faceguard
No need for protection; facing challenges boldly.
Comin' at you at the speed of a race car
The speaker is approaching swiftly, likened to the speed of a race car.
I never waste bars, I'm all green since sixteen
The speaker has been proficient in producing quality rhymes since the age of sixteen and maintains consistency.
Straight from the dentist my teeth hurt but I spit clean
Despite dental discomfort, the speaker's rhymes are still articulate and well-crafted.
Knuckles and brains bringing scuffles and pain
The combination of physical and intellectual prowess leads to conflicts and challenges.
Remember how rap was about hustles and gain
Reflecting on a past era of rap focused on ambition and success.
Now it's straight
The current state of rap is described as direct or unfiltered.
From Holloway to the hall of fame
From a specific location (Holloway) to achieving widespread recognition and success in the music industry.
Every rapper's boneless now built on hollow frames
Contemporary rappers lack substance or depth, symbolized by being "boneless" and built on superficial foundations.
Ghosts need the limelight
Ghosts (possibly referring to the artists) desire attention and recognition.
Ghosts seize the timing & always get their rhymes right
Ghosts excel in timing and consistently deliver well-crafted rhymes.
Ghost sees the potential in your eyes
Ghosts perceive the potential or talent in others' eyes.
The truth it symbolizes
The truth is represented or conveyed through symbolism.
None of that verse rehearsed a million times
The verse is authentic and hasn't been practiced excessively.
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