Heaven Only Knows
k-os
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Turn this up Turn this up Uh huh No beat Uh huh No no no beat Uh huh uh huh [Chorus:] Heaven only knows Uh uh Cause I don't understand Understand Won't you tell me please Tell me please What's the master plan Master plan Spent so many days Many days Sitting on a cloud Sitting on a cloud Heaven only knows Only God knows So I'll just move the crowd Yo tell 'em Tell 'em Now Now Now I break out my physical shell And excel past the so called body Used to go to the party But now I sit and chill with the pen and the pad Dropping ill philosophical science Me and my dad we talk about life And how it started How we departed from lights path And probable right math The task at hand is making people understand that we're not who we think we are Within this land of lost the cost of souls could be so high People be getting high wondering why we die But it's all planned To get your fear take the hand We keep on returning because the lessons need learning Concerning the fact I sing and I rap I hold this mic contact Critics can step back and analyze I energize with cosmic rays of days There ain't no ??? ??? of the sun [Chorus] Yo Riddle me this Riddle me this Like this Melodical prodigal flows Hypnotical blows to brain pieces Telekinesis When I reach this pinnacle cynical clinical Microphone autobots waiting on lotto spots Trying to rock But yo they can't understand There's only one plan The time is at hand In the year two zero one one The people of the sun return to free the righteous children Now!, I know you want to be on top of the world Giving a diamond and pearl to your girl watching your jacuzi swirl Seems like material lust We need to look up to the heavens for imperial trust Me!, it's kinda hard when you rhyme sometimes Everybody wants to scrutinize Redefine who you are But every person is a star So let your light shine far And praise God [Chorus] If you feel this Sing it with me like Sing it with me like Sing it with me like La la la lala lala I'll just move the crowd for now Gotta move the crowd Gotta move the crowd Gotta move the crowd La la la lala lala I'll just move the crowd for now Somebody told me They said uh If you free them They will start revolution and Babylon cannot defeat them (right and they don't want that and they don't want that and they don't want that) If you free them They will start revolution and Babylon cannot defeat them (mind revolution mind revolution) And so uh uh My sister sage And my girl graf You know the time The shadow thorn And s love And ??? gel The figure four And uh The rascals And uh And Kardinal And uh My mom and dad And uh My brother a And uh My brother J Uh huh The t dot [go Toronto woo!] Uh huh The van city Uh huh The whole world Uh huh You get love Uh huh
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Written by: KEVIN BRERETON, ERNIE ISLEY, MARVIN ISLEY, O'KELLY ISLEY, RONALD ISLEY, RUDOLPH ISLEY, CHRISTOPHER JASPER, CHRISTOPHER H JASPER
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Song Origins"Heaven Only Knows" by k-os is a genre-blending single from his album "Joyful Rebellion." The song weaves together elements of hip hop, soul, funk, and rock.
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Lyrics MeaningThe song reflects k-os’ view of himself as a prophet of music, with the lyrics speaking to his struggle to fit into the mainstream music industry while remaining faithful to his own unique style.
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Album SuccessThe album "Joyful Rebellion" was a commercial success in Canada and won two Juno Awards in 2005 for "Single of the Year" and "Rap Recording of the Year."
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Music VideoThe music video for "Heaven Only Knows" is avant-garde and includes symbolism tied to k-os' struggle with the music industry.
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Canadian Artistk-os, or Kevin Brereton, is a Canadian musician, rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. Despite having an international fan base, k-os has patently Canadian origins and often interweaves social commentary about Canada's urban and musical subcultures into his songs and videos.
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Crossover SuccessDespite its genre-blending style, "Heaven Only Knows" was widely accepted by fans of different genres, showcasing k-os' crossover appeal.
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Multiple VersionsTwo different versions of "Heaven Only Knows," exist. The original, found on the album "Joyful Rebellion," and a remix which was released as a bonus track on the album.
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Song FeaturesThe song features a catchy beat and k-os's versatile vocals, ranging from rap verses to a soulful, melodic chorus. It's known for its energetic rap verse, distinctive guitar riff, and its memorable chorus.
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Personal BeliefThe song reflects k-os' belief in spirituality and its importance in the music world. He is well-known for including spiritual and philosophical themes in his work.
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Unique Sampling"Heaven Only Knows" includes a sampling of the 1970s band The Brothers Johnson's track "Tomorrow." The use of this sample ties in with k-os' reputation for creatively blending old and new sounds.
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