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Higher Brothers - Rap, Chinese Hip-Hop

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[Intro: MaSiWei & DZ] Ayy, yuh 16 hours is a long time is a long time, is a long time, long time, long time, is a long time Sixteen hours is a long flight Is a long time, is a long time, is a long time Cookin' Soul [Chorus: MaSiWei] I been in the game for a long time Sixteen hours that's a long flight You rob me you rob from the wrong guy She date me at the wrong time Yeah, hold on Sixteen hours that's a long flight You rob me you rob from the wrong guy She date me at the wrong time [Refrain: DZknow & MaSiWei] We don't see nothing wrong Over here James Mao 我的錢包也很胖 BBW where you from [MaSiWei] 我不是烏鴉哥也不是耀洋哥 Ladies follow my lead She take my breath She body like 黃金比例 考驗著我的體力 [Verse 1: MaSiWei & DZknow] No Name Studio B 度過了無數個 long night You still play toy we got hits boy I just do my thing that's so nice [DZknow] My purple hair like lean in the cup 讓所有night club放剛出爐的歌 當冰塊掉進一杯可口的可樂 簡單暴力anything垂手可得 Oh don't tell my mom (my ma) I bought her a car Gotta whole lotta guap I can't get enough (yuh) Don't tell my mom I bought her a car Gotta whole lotta guap (skrr) I can't get enough [Chorus] I been in the game for a long time Sixteen hours that's a long flight You rob me you rob from the wrong guy She dated me at the wrong time Yeah, hold on Sixteen hours that's a long flight You rob me you rob from the wrong guy She date me at the wrong time [Verse 2: Melo] Five star rap star race car we are strangers Speaking Chinese eating white cheese Hitting type beats 旅行再一次 Don't worry about me Overseas 都在talking about me Talking about my ice talking about my vibe Talking about my music You wanna fuck with me I wanna twice [Psy.P] 任何事都沒問題 能用錢 解決掉的事情 都不叫問題 紅眼病 嫉妒心沒人情才是你的問題 I have dream fast cars sunshine下的比基尼 每天good morning 都在這個場景 California海邊有我不能說的秘密 I fucking my girl I look like a psycho She too loud my neighbor叫來了5-0 [Melo] Take off my shoes take off my clothes Take off my everything 只為了填飽我肚子 [Psy.P] Who I am Higher brothers wear ice chains 你的feel誰在乎 鑰匙裝背帶褲 他們排隊只為看我們show [Bridge: DZknow] Shout out to my man headache Shout out to the no name studio Yeah Shout out to everybody Woah (woah, woah) [Chorus] I been in the game for a long time Sixteen hours that's a long flight You rob me you rob from the wrong guy She dated me at the wrong time Yeah, hold on Sixteen hours that's a long flight You rob me you rob from the wrong guy She date me at the wrong time [Refrain: DZknow & MaSiWei] We don't see nothing wrong Over here James Mao 我的錢包也很胖 BBW where you from [MaSiWei] 我不是烏鴉哥也不是耀洋哥 Ladies follow my lead She take my breath She body like 黃金比例 考驗著我的體力

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Meaning of "16 Hours" by Higher Brothers

The lyrics of "16 Hours" paint a picture of artists who have put in serious time and effort to reach their current status. The repeated phrase "Sixteen hours that's a long flight" isn't just about travel; it's a metaphor for the extensive dedication and grind required to succeed in the music industry. This dedication is contrasted with potential pitfalls, like being robbed or a relationship starting "at the wrong time," suggesting that their success has created new challenges and complexities. The central tension lies in the assertion of their hard-earned position and the dismissal of external threats or negative influences. Lines like "You rob me you rob from the wrong guy" and "She date me at the wrong time" project an image of resilience and self-assuredness, implying that those who try to take advantage or interfere are miscalculating the artists' strength and established presence. The refrain "We don't see nothing wrong" reinforces this attitude, a defiant stance against any perceived criticism or opposition. A key element of the song's craft is the juxtaposition of aspirational imagery with a grounded, almost boastful, reality. The lyrics mention "No Name Studio B" and "long night" to highlight their humble beginnings, contrasting with current success like "whole lotta guap" and "five star rap star." This blend of past struggle and present luxury, along with vivid descriptions like "My purple hair like lean in the cup" and "California sea, I have secrets I can't tell," creates a rich, if somewhat opaque, narrative of their journey and lifestyle. Ultimately, the effectiveness of these lyrics stems from their confident swagger and the implicit narrative of overcoming obstacles. The repetition of the "16 hours" motif anchors the song in a tangible representation of time invested, making the subsequent declarations of success and resilience feel earned. It's this blend of hard work, present affluence, and a dismissive attitude towards detractors that defines the song's impact.

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Credits

Writers
  • Cookin Soul
  • KnowKnow
  • Melo (CHN)
  • Psy.P
  • 马思唯 (MaSiWei)