What I Mean
Modjo
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What I mean, what I am What I feel about the meaning of my life What I need, what I feel What I like to say and what I lie about What I can't get, choose to it I get out of my mind The world's just up my feelings And I just can't even cry I should rare my way back home right now ('Cause I gave her everything I got) I can't stand the way she broke my heart ('Cause I gave her) All my dreams, all my hopes Are the things I love and that I use to know God, I pray every day But I feel so empty since you went away What I can't get, choose to it I get out of my mind The world's just up my feelings And I just can't even cry I should rare my way back home right now (Because I gave her everything I got) I can't stand the way she broke my heart (Because I gave her) What I can't get, choose to it I get out of my mind The world's just up my feelings And I just can't even cry This moon will last forever Or maybe till I die So why keep holding on Until I get another time I should rare my way back home right now (I'm gonna give her everything I got) I can't stand the way she broke my heart (No I can't stand the way you broke my heart) I should rare my way back home right now ('Cause I gave her everything I got) I can't stand the way she broke my heart I should rare my way back home right now I can't stand the way she broke my heart
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Written by: ROMAIN TRANCHART, YANN DESTAGNOL
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"What I Mean" by Modjo is an electronic music track. It falls under the sub-genre of house music, specifically French house.
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Album Information"What I Mean" is part of Modjo's self-titled debut album, "Modjo," which was released in 2001.
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Band FormationModjo is a French house musical duo consisting of producer Romain Tranchart and vocalist Yann Destagnol. They formed in 1998 and are best known for their hit song "Lady (Hear Me Tonight)."
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Music VideoThe music video for "What I Mean" was directed by François Nemeta and featured underwater cinematography. The underwater scenes contribute to the chilled, sensual vibe of the tune.
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Unreleased VariantsThere is an unreleased, more soulful version of "What I Mean," known as the "Mood II Swing Remix."
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Lyrics and ThemesThe lyrics of "What I Mean" revolve around love and desire, filled with sensual and romantic overtones.
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Critical ReceptionThis track is considered a lesser-known gem in their discography by some critics due to its smooth melodies and the sultry vocals of Yann Destagnol.
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Band SplitModjo disbanded in 2002, just a year after the release of "What I Mean." Both members pursued individual projects but reconnected in 2011 to release previously unpublished songs and remixes.
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Sampled MusicSimilar to many other French house tracks, "What I Mean" heavily relies on samples, showcasing Modjo's deftness in crafting a unique sound.
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Song RecognitionEven though "What I Mean" wasn't as successful as their hit "Lady (Hear Me Tonight)," it retains a cult following, particularly among the electronic and French house music enthusiasts.
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