Random

Lady Sovereign

About Random

"Random" is the first CD single from UK hip hop artist Lady Sovereign, following the release of her 12" vinyl single "Ch Ching (Cheque 1 2)" in 2004. It was her second and last single for Casual Records in 2005. The single was Lady Sovereign's first to make the UK top 75, peaking at #73 there and spending one week within the top 75. After the single release, she was signed by Def Jam Recordings and this single is considered to be her breakthrough into the mainstream market. "Random" was featured on an episode of The O. C. aired on April 27, 2006, playing in the background during the senior prom in Season 3, Episode 23 - "The Party Favor" and was featured as a track on Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition Remix. A remix of this song was played on the "Jamalot" episode of CSI: NY. The first rapped line in the song references the hit song "Tipsy" by J-Kwon. 


Year:
2006
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Everybody in the club getting tipsy 
Oh f*ck that, just whine like a gypsy 
Can't see straight, like I only got one eye (pop) 
Your bottle open oh my 
Let's, get started 
Move ya arms 'round like fucked up karate 
Ooh shit, my word plays nasty 
Ooh shit, don't put it past me 
Move titch get out the, way 
Ah, nun of that I'm here to stay 
Flow lazy, pick the pace up when I flow less hazy 
Jlo's got a batty 
Well you can't see mine cause I wear my trousers baggy 
Anyways, yeah, let's commence

[Chorus]
Everybody get random 
All gyal them, all man them 
Everybody get random 
Jus' do something random 
Everybody get random 
All gyal them all man them 
Sovereign get random!
Jus' do something random 

Smokin' kills and so do my lyrics, 
If you're poppin' pills then trash in a-with-it 
Cause I got the skills , 
And I'm over the limit 
Dishin' lyrics like meals every second every 
Minute 
Ding! Dong! Special Delivery (hello) 
Biggest midgit in the game, can't get rid of me 
Give me just a minute and I'll be your facility, 
My words hurt you jus' like loosin' ya virginity, 
Well, I'm right there
Na' I'll tell a lie 'cause I'm 
Right there, 
Right here 
Na' right here, 
Now get off your chair! I mean Chair 
Some English mc's get it twisted 
Start saying cookies, instead of biscuits ! 

Anyways yeah lets , commence 

[Chorus: x2]

1, 2 S.O.V is comin' for you, 
3, 4 better lock your door 
5, 6 cause I'm full of tricks., 
So everybody come and vibe with the little titch 
Switch, hush 

[Chorus]

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Lady Sovereign

Louise Amanda Harman (born 19 December 1985), better known by the stage name Lady Sovereign, is an English rapper and grime artist. She is noted for her professional success in performing styles of music generally dominated by males. In 2010, she appeared on the seventh series of the reality show Celebrity Big Brother, being the third housemate to be evicted from the house. more »

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Written by: DANNY HARRISON, LOUISE AMANDA HARMAN, GABRIEL OLEGAVICH, ARTHUR JAMES GORDAN SMITH

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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11 facts about this song

Genre
"Random" by Lady Sovereign is classified under the genre of Grime music, which is a subgenre of electronic music that originated from the pirate radios of East London in the early 2000s.
Album
This song is from Lady Sovereign's debut album titled "Public Warning," which was released in 2006.
Chart Performance
Though the song didn't achieve mainstream chart success, it's widely praised among fans and critics for its eclectic mix of beats and Sovereign's unique vocal style.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "Random" are a reflection of Lady Sovereign's life growing up in a council estate in North London, talking about mundane but unique experiences using a rapid, catchphrase-heavy style of rapping.
Music Video
The music video for the song was directed by Brian Beletic, a renowned video and film director, featuring a surreal world that synchs the randomness of the lyrics with visual storytelling.
Live Performances
Lady Sovereign typically performs "Random" at her concerts and her unique energy and rapid fire delivery is a highlight of her live shows.
Cultural Impact
As one of the earliest international grime hits, "Random" played a significant role in introducing this distinctly British genre to audiences around the globe.
Recognition
"Random" was listed as one of the best songs of 2005 by publications like 'The Guardian' and 'Pitchfork', further affirming its critical success.
Remixes
There are several remixes of "Random", such as the Menta Remix and the Ghislain Poirier Remix; these variations offer different takes on the song while retaining the energy and vibe of the original track.
Artistic Style
Known for her distinctive London accent, quick-witted lyricism and rebellious personality, Lady Sovereign's raw talent is highlighted in the song "Random". It helped establish her as not just a grime artist, but a cultural spokesperson for the British urban youth.
Music Sampling
Lady Sovereign's "Random" samples elements from The Cure's song, "Close to Me," merging alternative rock with grime to create an unorthodox yet captivating sound.

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