Next Man Up
Rising from Ground Zero: Jack Dawkins' Next Man Up
Lyrics
Infected by my purpose, patient number zero
Expressing a strong connection to a personal mission, likening oneself to the origin of a challenge or situation.
I'm a certified word nerd, joyful ass weirdo
Identifying as someone deeply interested in words, exhibiting an unconventional and joyfully eccentric personality.
I got hooks so good, you can wear them on your ear lobe
Boasting about having exceptionally appealing musical hooks and suggesting their potential use as accessories.
You're early if you hear the song this is ground zero let's be clear though
Acknowledging that the song marks the starting point, emphasizing clarity about the creative process.
Intricate with my diction you might be rendered senseless
Showcasing intricacy in language, warning that the complexity may overwhelm or leave the audience without understanding.
Always taking action, gifted with my verbal tension
Constantly taking action, possessing a natural talent for creating tension through verbal expression.
I'm relentless, and I meant it, reinvented, flows are endless
Asserting persistence, sincerity, and continuous reinvention, claiming that their lyrical flows are limitless.
Unassuming stature but my appetite is tremendous
Despite a seemingly unremarkable exterior, expressing an insatiable appetite for success or accomplishment.
Broken ceiling, watch your step for that shattered glass
Warning of potential challenges or obstacles, specifically shattered glass, as a metaphor for the risks in pursuing ambitions.
Matter of fact, watch my ass climb this ladder fast
Confidently stating that the climb to success is happening rapidly, advising others to watch and learn.
Let my soul crack, take all of my swagger back
Willing to expose vulnerability (soul cracking) to reclaim lost confidence and charisma.
I'm coming for the top and there's no turning back
Determined to reach the top of their field and emphasizing the irreversible commitment to this goal.
I heard the word that you're looking for an EMCEE
Responding to rumors or requests for a skilled MC (Master of Ceremonies).
Performer on the corner who can make a crowd frenzied
Presenting oneself as a captivating street performer capable of energizing and exciting a crowd.
Once in a lifetime, show of the century
Claiming a rare and outstanding performance, declaring oneself as the highlight of the century.
Got good news for you folks, baby that's me.
Confidently stating that the exceptional performer is none other than the speaker.
Built this path on feeling, I left out all the logic
Building a career based on emotions and intuition, deliberately excluding rigid logic.
Kicked the ladder climb drug, I pissed out all the toxins
Rejecting a destructive lifestyle, cleansing oneself of negative influences and substances.
People in my life told me I was killing options
Recalling advice from others about limiting opportunities, realizing later that the speaker was nurturing potential.
Didn't know that I was nurturing this seed to blossom
Unaware of the positive influence on personal growth, unintentionally fostering development.
You can be angry I'm a be chipper
Remaining optimistic and cheerful, even in the face of potential resentment or anger from others.
Ambidextrous flow, I'm a real switch spitter
Describing a versatile flow, indicating the ability to switch styles effortlessly.
Murdered every beat, so they call me Jack the Ripper
Boasting about surpassing expectations in every musical beat, adopting the moniker "Jack the Ripper" for lyrical prowess.
Fly with the alphabet, X Y Zipper
Mastering the use of the alphabet, symbolically flying through language with ease.
Broken ceiling, watch your step for the shattered glass
Repeating the warning about potential dangers in the pursuit of success.
Matter of fact, watch my ass climb this ladder fast
Reiterating the swift progress and determination to climb the metaphorical ladder of success.
Let my soul crack take all of my swagger back
Repeating the willingness to expose vulnerability to regain confidence and charisma.
I'm coming for the top and there's no turning back
Reemphasizing the unwavering commitment to reaching the pinnacle of success.
Never backing down, I came here to conquer shit
Declaring a steadfast refusal to back down, expressing a strong desire to conquer challenges.
Whatever you're going to do, then I'm going to do the opposite
Asserting a contrarian approach, determined to do the opposite of others.
15 tattoos gotta canvas that's my second skin
Highlighting a significant number of tattoos as a form of self-expression and personal identity.
Deeper into self-love, I've been nice ever since
Delving deeper into self-love and emphasizing a positive transformation.
Shapeshifter, I was born to embrace change, lames
Identifying as a shapeshifter, someone naturally inclined to embrace change, criticizing those resistant to change as "lames."
Think you're winning but you stuck on the same game
Accusing others of being stuck in unproductive patterns despite thinking they are winning.
When you see me peak, just remember my namesake
Encouraging others to remember the speaker's influence and impact when witnessing personal success.
Master of none, Jack of all trades
Claiming versatility in skills but acknowledging a lack of mastery in any particular area.
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