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Artist: Kanye West
Track: Flashing Lights

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Flashing lights (lights, lights)
Flashing lights (lights, lights)
Flashing lights (lights, lights)
Flashing lights (lights, lights)

She don't believe in shootin' stars
But she believe in shoes and cars
Wood floors in the new apartment
Couture from the store's department
You more like "love to start shit"
I'm more of the trips to Florida
Order the hors d'oeuvres, views of the water
Straight from a page of your favorite author
And the weather so breezy
Man, why can't life always be this easy?
She in the mirror dancing so sleazy
I get a call like, "Where are you Yeezy?"
And try to hit you with the ol-wu-wopte
'Til I got flashed by the paparazzi ('razzi)
Damn, these niggas got me
I hate these niggas more than the Nazi

As I recall, I know you love to show off (off)
But I never thought that you would take it this far (far)
What do I know? Flashing lights (lights, lights)
What do I know? Flashing (know) lights (lights, lights)

I know it's been a while, sweetheart
We hardly talk, I was doing my thing
I know I was foul, baby
Ay, babe lately you been all on my brain (brain)
And if somebody would've told me a month ago
Fronting, though, yo, I wouldn't wanna know
If somebody would've told me a year ago
It'll go, get this difficult (difficult)
Feeling like Katrina with no FEMA
Like Martin with no Gina
Like a flight with no Visa
First class with the seat back I still see ya
In my past, you on the other side of the glass
Of my memory's museum
I'm just saying, hey, Mona Lisa
Come home you know you can't Rome without Caesar

As I recall, I know you love to show off (off)
But I never thought that you would take it this far (far)
What do I know? Flashing lights (lights, lights)
What do I know? Flashing (know) lights (lights, lights)

As you recall, you know I love to show off (off)
But you never thought that I would take it this far (far)
What do you know? Flashing lights (lights, lights)
What do you know? Flashing (know) lights (lights, lights)

Flashing lights (lights, lights)
Flashing lights (lights, lights, lights)

Lights, lights, lights, lights
Lights, lights, lights, lights
Lights, lights, lights, lights
Lights, lights, lights, lights
Lights, lights, lights, lights
Full Lyrics and Meaning
Genius Meanings
Kanye West (Ft. Dwele) – Flashing Lights
In “Flashing Lights”, Kanye is found reminiscing about a flighty, capricious ex-girlfriend he can’t stop thinking about. Similar to “Homecoming”, Kanye uses this girl as a
Kanye West (Ft. Charlie Wilson) – Flashing Lights 2
[Chorus: Kanye West & Charlie Wilson] / Hey, everybody, tonight's the night / I've been waiting my whole life / Who would have known what it was like? / Running from these flashing
Kanye West – Street Lights
One of the most emotionally distressing tracks off an already depression-focused album is “Street Lights.” Kanye iterates the repetitiveness of life and its petty affairs, and
Kanye West – Flashing Lights 2 (Good Ass Job)
[Intro] / Hey everybody tonight's the night / I've been waiting for my whole life / Who would've known what it was like / Running from those flashing lights / Hey everybody tonight
Kanye West – All of the Lights
“All of the Lights” is the 4th single from Kanye West’s 5th studio album, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. The song is about Kanye’s qualms living as a celebrity with personal
Kanye West – Flashing Lights (Live from VH1 Storytellers)
[Intro] / Let’s go, let’s go, let’s / [Verse 1: Kanye West] / She don't believe in shootin' stars / But she believe in shoes and cars / Wood floors in the new apartment / Couture
Kanye West (Ft. Dwele & R. Kelly) – Flashing Lights (Remix)
[Intro: R. Kelly] / The rulers... / Rulers of the world... / Uh / Every hood, stand up / Every street, stand up / And be accountable / Yeah, come on... / [Intro 2: R. Kelly
Kanye West – I Wonder
Revered among fans, “I Wonder” is an emotional anthem that deals with the theme of finding one’s dreams. This song is largely inspired by U2’s “City of Blinding Lights,” which the
Colin Munroe – I Want Those Flashing Lights
Colin Munroe creates his own version of Kanye West’s “Flashing Lights” from his side of the spectrum, in which he sees the money and the fame as a positive, as opposed to Kanye
Mick Boogie – Flashing Lights (Mick Boogie Mix)
[Intro: Kanye West] / And that's where you're wrong / And now for our feature presentation / Yo, what's up? This is Kanye West and you're checking out / Mick Boogie, Terry Urban
Kanye West (Ft. Clipse & Dwele) – Flashing Lights (Clipse Remix)
[Intro] / We got the remix / It's another hot exclusive from the dominators / [Hook: Connie Mitchell + Dwele] / Flashing lights, lights / Flashing lights, lights / Flashing lights
Kanye West – Flashing Lights (HL:DR & Todd Helder Remix)
[Intro: Connie Mitchell] / Flashing lights (Lights, lights) / Flashing lights (Lights, lights) / Flashing lights (Lights, lights) / Flashing lights (Lights, lights) / [Verse 1
Travis Scott (Ft. Daron Eubanks) – Lights (Love Sick)
This is the song that caught T.I. and Kanye West’s attention. This song must be very dear to Travis today, since he is currently signed to Kanye’s label, G.O.O.D. music. This song
Kanye West – Pinocchio Story
On “Pinocchio Story,” Kanye takes a turn for the worse as he tears himself apart for his mistakes in this haunting song. He blames himself for his mother’s death and attacks his
Lorde – Flashing Lights
Flashing lights / Flashing lights / Flashing lights / Flashing lights / As I recall, I know you love to show off / But I never thought that you would take it this far / What do I
Teedra Moses (Ft. J-Black) – Flashing Lights
[Verse 1: Teedra Moses and J-Black] / I had a love / But he ran away / Tried everything I could / But I could not make him stay (flashing lights, caught up in the light) / I guess
Jeezy (Ft. Kanye West) – Put On
“Put On” sees Jeezy and Kanye West discussing various ways they put on for their cities; Atlanta and Chicago, respectively. Jeezy’s two 12 bar verses include several food
The Graduates – No Introductions (Flashing Lights)
“No Introductions” serves as the introduction track to the debut mixtape of The Graduates, entitled The Graduates EP. Sampling Kanye West’s classic track “Flashing Lights,” Travis
Kanye West (Ft. The-Dream & Young Thug) – Highlights
“Highlights” is a celebration of Kanye’s career and accomplishments. He reflects on 21 Grammy wins and promises fans he’s only going to make more “highlights” in the future. This
Jon Connor – Flashing Lights
This is Jon Connor’s remix of KanYe West and Dwele’s track off Graduation, Flashing Lights. Connor is struggling with fame and how his close ones react to it. His friends and
Stromae & Kanye West – Alors on danse
[Intro: Kanye West & Stromae] / Throw your hands in the sky right now / Alors on / Alors on / Throw your hands in the sky right now / It's going down / [Verse 1: Kanye West
G-Eazy (Ft. John Michael Rouchell) – Downtown Love
Inspired by Kanye West’s “Flashing Lights”, Downtown Love is the story of a waspy girl based off Edie Sedgwick in Soho, New York, that is in love with the party life but has
Dermot Kennedy – Lover/Flashing Lights (BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge)
[Verse 1] / We could leave the Christmas lights up 'til January / This is our place, we make the rules / And there's a dazzling haze, a mysterious way about you, dear / Have I
Beyoncé (Ft. JAY-Z & Kanye West) – Drunk in Love (Remix)
“Drunk in Love Remix” is a remix of Beyoncé and her husband Jay Z’s very subliminal sex infused hit song “Drunk In Love.” The remix features an entirely new verse provided by
Apple Music – Kanye West Essentials
1. Kanye West- Nah Nah Nah / 2. Kanye West- All Falls Down (feat. Syleena Johnson) / 3. Kanye West- Power / 4. JAY-Z & Kanye West- Niggas in Paris / 5. Kanye West- Can't Tell Me
Rick Ross – Flashing Lights
[Intro] / You told lies, I told lies / I made mistakes, you made mistakes / But it is the love, Am I alone? / I apologize, you can put it all on me girl / [Verse 1] / My feelings
Didi J (Ft. Drummxnd & Jeff Davis (Drummer)) – Flashing Lights
[Intro: Didi J & Drummxnd] / Flashing lights (Ahah) / Didi J / What we doin'? / Flashing lights (Yeah) / Flashing lights (They know the vibes) / Flashing lights (Whoa) / Flashing
Kanye West – Stronger
The biggest hit and second single from Kanye’s third studio album, Graduation, “Stronger” samples French electronic music duo Daft Punk’s “Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger,” which
Kanye West – Flashing Lights Samples
See all of “Flashing Lights” by Kanye West’s samples
G Herbo (Ft. Jeremih) – Flashbacks
[Intro] / Grandma honey's made of humming / She'll keep humming in her sleep / Hum for brother dear, hum for me / Hum for love, hum for peace / [Verse 1: G Herbo] / I remember
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SongMeanings Interpretations
Kanye West - Flashing Lights (feat. Dwele) Lyrics
“I'm just saying, hey Mona Lisa Come home you know you can't Rome without Caesar” This line is saying you cannot have Rome without its ruler, Julius Caesar.
Kanye West - All of the Lights Lyrics
In this way, I think that lights, for Kanye, are metaphorical for an illumination of a specific moment, the way that a camera flash illuminates and captures a ...
Lorde - Flashing Lights (Kanye West cover) Lyrics
Log in now to tell us what you think this song means. Don't have an account? Create an account with SongMeanings to post comments, submit lyrics, and more. It's ...
Colin Munroe - (I Want Those) Flashing Lights Lyrics
why no comments yet i love this song but its not better than the original because kanye west did his thing on that song. ... Flashing Lights lyrics. Why not add ...
Kanye West - Pinocchio Story Lyrics
... flashing lights. Do you think I sacrifice, a real life. For all the fame, and ... It's super easy, we promise! Artists - K · Kanye West · 808s & Heartbreak ...
Kanye West - Street Lights Lyrics
this is freakishly the most beautiful song i've heard this year. I think if you handed this to someone and didn't tell them it was Kanye West they'd be ...
Kanye West - Runaway Lyrics
He just cannot be content with "true" love, without living with some sort of temptation. For some reason, this song takes me back to "Flashing Lights".
Kanye West - Alors On Danse (feat. Kanye West) Lyrics
... Flashing lights, the stress of life. It's way too much to handle in one night ... Kanye West) song meanings. Add Your Thoughts. 1 Comment. sort form. All Comment ...
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SongTell Meaning
Meaning of "Flashing Lights (Live from VH1 Storytellers)" by Kanye West
"Flashing Lights (Live from VH1 Storytellers)" by Kanye West delves into the complexities of fame, relationships, and personal growth. The song explores Ka...
Meaning of "Flashing Lights" by Kanye West (Ft. Dwele)
The song "Flashing Lights" by Kanye West (Ft. Dwele) is an exploration of the idea of fame. In the song, Kanye reflects on how fame and wealth has changed ...
Meaning of "Flashing Lights (Kanye West Cover)" by Thaliya
The song "Flashing Lights (Kanye West Cover)" by Thaliya is a French-language cover of the original song by Kanye West, with modified lyrics that tell the ...
Meaning of "Flashing Lights 2 (Good Ass Job)" by Kanye West
"Flashing Lights 2 (Good Ass Job)" by Kanye West reflects on the struggle and consequences of fame and the desire for success. The song delves into the exp...
Meaning of "Flashing Lights (Remix)" by Kanye West (Ft. Dwele & R. Kelly)
"Flashing Lights (Remix)" by Kanye West (ft. Dwele & R. Kelly) explores themes of fame, love, and personal growth. The song delves into the experiences and...
Meaning of "Flashing Lights 2" by Kanye West (Ft. Charlie Wilson)
"Flashing Lights 2" by Kanye West (featuring Charlie Wilson) explores themes of fame, the pursuit of success, and the effects it has on relationships and p...
Meaning of "Brothers" by Kanye West (Ft. Charlie Wilson)
The song "Brothers" by Kanye West explores the theme of brotherhood and the importance of maintaining strong relationships. The lyrics emphasize a deep bon...
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Genius Albums
Graduation by Kanye West
Graduation is the third studio album from Chicago rapper Kanye West. The album was inspired by stadium tours, indie rock and house-music and was a huge departure from the sound Ye