On Top

Flume, T. Shirt

About On Top

"On Top" was released as the first single from Flume's debut studio album, Flume. It features the vocals from American rapper T. Shirt. The track reached its peak of number 57 in Australia on 4 March 2013 and was certified Gold.


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2012
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All that I want in this life is the chance to do my thing
All that I want in this life is the chance to do my thing
Yeah

I want the top
All my people right there at the back of the spot
I need the top
If you know me y'all now need to stop
I need the top
All my people there back of the spot, now don't be shy
Yeah

And you don't just wake up rich one day
This kind of life never just slip your way
I gave up taking care free trips to the Bay
Cali banned us 'cause I got a flip in LA

Paris bound 'cause a new video's on the way
No breaks for me, no vaca's for me
I advance admit it before I live it
Watch out, they don't finish

I want the top
All my people right there at the back of the spot
I need the top
If you know me y'all now need to stop
I need the top
All my people there back of the spot, now don't be shy
Yeah

Drinks on chill, got drinks on chill
Lights get dim and I think I will
I work so hard that I think I will
Yeah, I had a long week, bitch, how you think I feel?

History favors the bulldog
Roast something, make sure my story gets told
Make sure our story gets told
The night's forever young, it's us that gets old

All that I want in this life is the chance to do my thing
All that I want in this life is the chance to do my thing
Yeah

I want the top
All my people right there at the back of the spot
I need the top
If you know me y'all now need to stop
I need the top
All my people there back of the spot, now don't be shy
Yeah

I want the top top top top top
All my people right there at the back of the spot
I need the top top top top top
If you know me y'all now need to stop
I need the top top top top top
All my people there back of the spot, now don't be shy
Yeah
Yeah

I want the top top top top top
All my people right there at the back of the spot
I need the top top top top top
If you know me y'all now need to stop
I need the top top top top top
All my people there back of the spot, now don't be shy

I want the top top top top top
All my people right there at the back of the spot
I need the top top top top top
If you know me y'all now need to stop
I need the top top top top top
All my people there back of the spot, now don't be shy
Yeah
(I feel what you got for me world)
Yeah
What you got got got got

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Flume

A flume is a human-made channel for water in the form of an open declined gravity chute whose walls are raised above the surrounding terrain, in contrast to a trench or ditch. Flumes are not to be confused with aqueducts, which are built to transport water, rather than transporting materials using flowing water as a flume does. Flumes route water from a diversion dam or weir to a desired materiel collection location. Many flumes took the form of wooden troughs elevated on trestles, often following the natural contours of the land. Originating as a part of a mill race, they were later used in the transportation of logs in the logging industry, known as a log flume. They were also extensively used in hydraulic mining and working placer deposits for gold, tin an… more »

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Written by: George Stevens Tryfonos, Harley Edward Streten

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15 facts about this song

Artist Related
"On Top" is a song by Flume, an Australian electronic musician. His real name is Harley Edward Streten.
Album Details
The song was included in Flume's self-titled debut studio album released in 2012.
Track Location
"On Top" features as the first track from the debut album, giving listeners the initial impression of his musical style.
Artist Collaboration
The song features vocals by T.Shirt, an American rapper, also known as Shirt.
Chart Success
Following the release, "On Top" charted on various platforms in Australia, demonstrating Flume's early success.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics of "On Top" are related to self-confidence and success, matching with the upbeat theme of the song.
Critical Acclaim
The debut album which includes "On Top" received rave reviews and helped establish Flume as one of the leaders in the electronic music industry.
Recognition and Awards
Flume's debut album won the Best Dance Release at the ARIA Music Awards, recognizing the quality of songs like "On Top."
Music Video
A music video was released for "On Top," featuring a dynamic series of graphics augmenting the song's energetic feel.
Live Performances
"On Top" has become a fan-favorite during Flume's live performances, adding to its popularity among audiences.
Influence on Other Artists
Flume's innovative sound in songs like "On Top" has influenced other electronic musicians, shaping the future of the genre.
Sample Experimentation
Like many of Flume's tracks, "On Top" showcases the artist's use of sampling, an aspect of his work that has been widely praised.
Music Production
The unique beats and trippy sound effects in "On Top" exemplify Flume's electronic production skills that differentiate his work from other musicians.
Song Duration
The runtime of "On Top" is approximately 3 minutes and 52 seconds.
Streaming Success
The song has amassed millions of streams on music platforms like Spotify, Apple Music etc, testifying to its widespread popularity.

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