Man I Used to Be

k-os

About Man I Used to Be

"Man I Used to Be" is a song by Canadian alternative rapper k-os It was released in January 2005 as the third single from his 2004 album Joyful Rebellion.


Year:
2004
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[Chorus:Repeat x2]
I tried it, I couldn't find it
Now I just want to get back to me
Awe baby, hoo hoo
Back into the man I used to be

Things that I said I wouldn't do, I did 'em
Secrets below the service of truth I hid 'em
This mankind is past, but can he erase
The tears of a million years is human race
Of animals, that taught to walk upright
Then slave all day and fall in a trance at night
Flowing the planet, trying to find missing links
Like the men we used to be and always suppose to think
Mysteries, maybe not
It's getting hot, we better configure the plot, but
I hold a pen with the grip so tight
That' a squeeze the ink out'ta the page, and write a song for the people
Came up from the underground, now I write above on a hovercraft sound
This microphone, like an an amphetamine
Keeping me clean, speaking in dreams
So nature can intervene, just for a scene

[Chorus]

I walk the long path alone, my feet hurt
Lost some friends along the way, I did dirt
I went to church, I tried everything
From leaving my body, to watching the birds sing
For hours, so I could feel heavenly powers
Had been across the universe and inside of flowers
But what is it worth, I'm still just a man on the earth
Rappers are acting like man tan
Can I be candid, I can't stand it
Rap bandit, got Kheaven acting frantic
I want to swing my sword decapitate
But what is a man if he acts like an ape
So I sit back, planning my great escape
Load up my EPS and peruse my record crate
The man I used to be, I can only see by looking beyond me
So what is reality, I don't know

[Chorus]

[Outro]
Oops, wrong song, stop it stop it
You know what
I woke up in the morning
I took a trip to the corner store
That's when I heard my calling
But I'd never heard the voice of truth before
So I kept on walking
Pretended I didn't see
Walked by a window and my reflection said to me
You could try all the same
But you'll never know this mystery
There's no pile on your plane
So you're not the man you used to be
Try all the game, but you'll never know this mystery
When your pile has no plane
Said you're the man you used to be seen
Holla and ya holla, you folla you fall
Ya holler and ya holla, you folla you fall
Ya holler and ya holla, you folla you fall
Ya holler and ya holla, you folla you fall
Ya holler and ya holla, you folla you fall
Ya holler and ya holla, you folla you fall
Yo, microphones get ripped holding us back
K dash rocking it out, rocking the cold style
Making it up, go along singing my song
Woke up, in the early morn didn't know what was going on
Whatever, I don't really know
Flows like an immaculate goat what up, whatever

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k-os

Kevin Brereton (born February 20, 1972), better known by his stage name k-os ( /ˈkeɪ.ɒs/; read as chaos), is a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter and record producer. His given name may also be cited as Kheaven, a spelling he later adopted. more »

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Written by: Kevin Deron Brereton

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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12 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Man I Used to Be" is commonly classified under Alternative Hip Hop and Reggae Fusion, fully illustrating the eclectic mix of musical styles that K-os is well known for.
Album Information
The song is from K-os' third studio album, "Joyful Rebellion," which was released in 2004.
Chart Performance
"Man I Used to Be" peaked at number 15 on the Canadian Singles Chart, demonstrating its commercial success.
Music Video
The music video for the song showcases several stylistic influences, from classic hip hop elements to a surreal journey involving a protagonist who confronts his past.
Lyrics and Meaning
The song candidly discusses K-os' experiences with fame and how it has changed him, expressing a longing for the man he used to be prior to his brush with celebrity status.
Critical Reception
The song was well-received by critics, with praises directed at its poignant lyrics and genre-crossing musical style.
Award Nominations
"Man I Used to Be" was nominated for Single of the Year at the Juno Awards, cementing its cultural relevance in Canadian music.
Cultural Impact
The song, which grapples with personality changes and past selves, resonated strongly with listeners, and continues to be one of K-os' most recognized tracks.
Production Fact
This song was produced by Canadian producers Greg O'Shea and K-os himself.
Inspirational Source
K-os has stated that he drew inspiration for the song’s lyrics and music from artists like The Beatles, Lauryn Hill, and Jamiroquai.
Live Deck Performances
K-os has often performed this song live using turntables, reinforcing his reputation as a visually exciting performer.
Distinctive Aspect
Unlike most songs from the hip-hop genre, "Man I Used to Be" features a melancholic, reflective tone rather than a boastful or confrontational one. This introspective quality has been appreciated by both fans and critics.

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