Superstar Punani
Rising Beyond Shadows: Unveiling the Superstar Journey
Lyrics
So tell me if you really want to be a superstar
Asking if the listener truly desires to become a superstar.
But fiesta on the mike and will surely take you far
Expressing that showcasing skills on the microphone will lead to success.
You made that drop on the 24 tracks
Acknowledging the completion of a recording with 24 tracks.
We mix it all down then we put on wax
Describing the process of mixing and putting the music on wax.
Beginning is hyped when you playin in the bars
Highlighting the excitement at the beginning when performing in bars.
A bottomless pit where you make loose and far
Metaphorically describing the music industry as a bottomless pit for partying.
Take away your privacy and take your guitar
Warning about the loss of privacy and possessions in the pursuit of fame.
Then take your woman and impound your car
Emphasizing the potential sacrifices, including relationships and belongings.
My beginning of wisdom I won't take you too far
Cautioning that initial wisdom might not lead too far in the pursuit of success.
First you gotta sell your soul to be a superstar
Stating that selling one's soul is a prerequisite for becoming a superstar.
Baby if you got it forget about that
Encouraging to focus on talents rather than worrying about money.
Your money don't concern you that's a natural fact
Asserting that wealth should not be a primary concern.
Shut up your mouth before you get knocked down
Advising to be cautious in speech to avoid negative consequences.
We're gonna listen to your voice upon the speaker box
Expressing the intention to showcase the artist's voice through speakers.
First you get a manager but what does he do
Questioning the role of a manager and admitting a lack of understanding.
I'll be the first to tell you baby that I don't have a clue
Acknowledging confusion about the purpose of a manager.
We're gunna make a phony image for the MTV
Discussing the creation of a fake image for MTV.
Hear it on the radio say damn that's me
Anticipating recognition when the music is played on the radio.
Whenever I get over on a 3 piece hog
Reflecting on success with an attractive partner (3 piece hog).
Jesus and her mom are gonna break your arm
Warning of potential consequences from religious figures.
Put your ass in the john to be a superstar
Suggesting the need to endure challenges in the pursuit of stardom.
I realize sometimes I feel old design
Expressing awareness of feeling outdated or out of place at times.
Oh your reknown position and you just can't hide
Acknowledging a recognized position that cannot be concealed.
Ruff ruff ruff ruff ruff ruff
Repetition of "ruff" suggesting a rough, tough, or challenging journey.
All over the world you gotta take that trip
Describing the global journey one must take in the pursuit of fame.
And then you never thought you'd see the day you'd act like this
Surprise at the unexpected behavior the journey may bring.
Your rep is getting bigger than a B-52
Noting the expansion of one's reputation internationally.
And then it goes around the world before it gets back to you
Highlighting the rapid spread of information about the artist.
Hey our love has started can you believe
Expressing amazement at the start of a love journey.
Before your eyes this shit just come back to me
Reflecting on the return of past experiences and relationships.
Oh my God I take a rest on the side
Expressing the need for a break or pause in the journey.
So long so long so long so long I'll see ya
Saying farewell, indicating a departure or break from the scene.
Oh my God if I'd a let my own
Reflecting on a personal decision or realization.
I'd take it turn around and place it home
Reaffirming a commitment and bringing it back home.
I realize sometimes I feel old design
Reiteration of feeling outdated or out of place.
Oh your renowned position and you just can't hide
Repeating acknowledgment of a recognized position that can't be hidden.
Whoa it's the position
Expressing the weight or importance of the recognized position.
I just can't hide
Repeating the inability to hide from the recognized position.
Bo
A vocal expression, possibly indicating a musical break or transition.
Whatcha want whatcha need
Asking about desires and needs.
Give it a bunch of mine and you just can't miss
Encouraging to give a lot of effort, ensuring success.
Your love feels like this
Describing the intense and fulfilling nature of love.
Some people love get your shit like this
Observing that some people express love in a specific way.
Well if you love wad up your love punani punani
Concluding with a playful reference to love using the term "punani."
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