lliott Let's make your music stand out! 🌟🎵 -  insclife

[Intro]
Oh-oh, yeah
This is our story, our song
We won't let them take it, take it back where it belongs

[Verse 1]
Don’t be passive, be active, determined
Take what you want, no need for permission
Ask for forgiveness, not for consent
Ideas are wealth, they’re heaven-sent
A house, a car, they might be yours
But the beat, the groove, it’s for the world to explore
The suits can't steal what’s in our veins
Our music, our culture, it's ours to reclaim

[Chorus]
Don’t stop the music, it's our soul, our right
They can't own it, control it, no matter the fight
Black music for black people, let’s take it back
Steal it back, reclaim the track

[Verse 2]
From chains and oppression, we’ve risen above
Our ancestors’ pain, our modern love
Respecting the roots, the beats, the flow
From the dark past, let the jazz sax blow
They tried to hip-hop, they tried to take
But we’re here to fight, for our culture’s sake
Shocking the world with truth and grace
This music's our birthright, no one can erase

[Bridge]
Copyright schemes, tricks to get ahead
Our music's alive, it’ll never be dead
Respect the streets, the real and the raw
It's not for you, it’s our culture, our law

[Chorus]
Don’t stop the music, it's our soul, our right
They can't own it, control it, no matter the fight
Black music for black people, let’s take it back
Steal it back, reclaim the track

[Verse 3]
We’ve come up from below, no longer a commodity
Now we grow, we glow, black music’s the authority
Smell the sweat, feel the heat, remember the start
Music for everyone, straight from the heart
Can't be owned, controlled, it’s free
In the blood of lovers, for eternity
Fuck law courts, legal tricks, and posh lies
The groove's in our veins, it never dies

[Break]
Take a moment, feel the beat
Consider the journey, our victory’s sweet
Music’s for the people, every rhythm, every rhyme
It's eternal, sublime, transcending time

[Chorus]
Don’t stop the music, it's our soul, our right
They can't own it, control it, no matter the fight
Black music for black people, let’s take it back
Steal it back, reclaim the track

[Outro]   
Oh-oh, yeah
Music’s our birthright, let it be known
For every beat, every song, we reclaim the throne
It’s our soul, our story, our song
Together we stand, forever strong

Steal It Back

I didn’t get married in a church
But I became one, right there in bed
Preaching vows you never said
The echoes still linger in my head 

It’s your turn to do the dishes, but who’s counting?
Petty jokes, were they shared for me or just to taunt me?
I’m not jealous, no—just asking for the truth
Because laughing’s easier than asking what you do 

In this chapel of silence, I hear you say my name 

Even in your absence, it doesn’t sound the same
No ring, no preacher, no vows to break apart
But you ghosted me in this church of the heart
I’m the ghost in the church you made
I’m the ghost in the church you made 

We built a life on small things—laundry, keys misplaced
But now every room feels like it’s been erased
That joke you shared with them, was it for me to see?
Were they the one who gave you what you needed, not me? 

I’m not here to pray, just to ask why
No “I miss you,” ‘cause that’d make me cry
Instead, I light candles to burn the doubt
In a church made of memories I can’t talk about 

In this chapel of silence, I hear you say my name
Even in your absence, it doesn’t sound the same
No ring, no preacher, no vows to break apart
But you ghosted me in this church of the heart
I’m the ghost in the church you made
I’m the ghost in the church you made 

I didn’t get married in a church...
But here I stand, hands clasped like prayer 

Looking for you in the still, cold air
No white dress, no altar to hide my fear
But no man, no ghost should tear us apart here

In this chapel of silence, I hear you say my name
Even in your absence, it doesn’t sound the same
No ring, no preacher, no vows to break apart
But you ghosted me in this church of the heart
I’m the ghost in the church you made
I’m the ghost in the church you made 

In this empty space, I stand alone...
I’m the ghost in the church you made

Ghost in the Church

N9 Hearts

I'm a mercenary for your heart
Willing to put my life on the line
Under cover of the dark
I'll cross borders just to make you mine

You've captured me, my heart's a hostage
Fighting battles I can't win
But for your love, I'll face the carnage
Let this holy war begin

In the battlefield of love, no prisoners are taken
Many souls have fallen, many hearts are breakin'
I'll be your soldier, fighting for affection

Cupid was your assassin, shot me through the heart
Now I'm marching to your beat, can't tell our worlds apart
I'll be love-bombing you right from the start
This is a cause I'd die for, playing my part

I just need a plan to make you notice me
A secret mission to win your love
In this conflict of emotions, let me set you free
Waiting for a sign from above

In the battlefield of love, no prisoners are taken
Many souls have fallen, many hearts are breakin'
I'll be your soldier, fighting for affection
In this war of hearts, I'm aiming for connection

Every scar tells a story, every wound's a lesson learned
In the chaos and the glory, my desire burns
Peace is the absence of desire, but I'm consumed by fire
In this endless war for love, you're all that I require

In the battlefield of love, no prisoners are taken
Many souls have fallen, many hearts are breakin'
I'll be your soldier, fighting for affection
In this war of hearts, I'm aiming for connection

Love is an endless war, but for you, I'll fight some more

War Of Hearts

I'm a mercenary for your heart
Willing to put my life on the line
Under cover of the dark
I'll cross borders just to make you mine

You've captured me, my heart's a hostage
Fighting battles I can't win
But for your love, I'll face the carnage
Let this holy war begin

In the battlefield of love, no prisoners are taken
Many souls have fallen, many hearts are breakin'
I'll be your soldier, fighting for affection

Cupid was your assassin, shot me through the heart
Now I'm marching to your beat, can't tell our worlds apart
I'll be love-bombing you right from the start
This is a cause I'd die for, playing my part

I just need a plan to make you notice me
A secret mission to win your love
In this conflict of emotions, let me set you free
Waiting for a sign from above

In the battlefield of love, no prisoners are taken
Many souls have fallen, many hearts are breakin'
I'll be your soldier, fighting for affection
In this war of hearts, I'm aiming for connection

Every scar tells a story, every wound's a lesson learned
In the chaos and the glory, my desire burns
Peace is the absence of desire, but I'm consumed by fire
In this endless war for love, you're all that I require

In the battlefield of love, no prisoners are taken
Many souls have fallen, many hearts are breakin'
I'll be your soldier, fighting for affection
In this war of hearts, I'm aiming for connection

Love is an endless war, but for you, I'll fight some more

The cover and reimagining of N9's song "War Of Hearts" (https://soundcloud.com/ezzye-1/war-of-hearts) is one of my favourite songs. I'd like to give a special thank you to Ez of N9.

The Battlefield Of Love

I'm a mercenary for your heart
Willing to put my life on the line
Under cover of the dark
I'll cross borders just to make you mine

You've captured me, my heart's a hostage
Fighting battles I can't win
But for your love, I'll face the carnage
Let this holy war begin

In the battlefield of love, no prisoners are taken
Many souls have fallen, many hearts are breakin'
I'll be your soldier, fighting for affection

Cupid was your assassin, shot me through the heart
Now I'm marching to your beat, can't tell our worlds apart
I'll be love-bombing you right from the start
This is a cause I'd die for, playing my part

I just need a plan to make you notice me
A secret mission to win your love
In this conflict of emotions, let me set you free
Waiting for a sign from above

In the battlefield of love, no prisoners are taken
Many souls have fallen, many hearts are breakin'
I'll be your soldier, fighting for affection
In this war of hearts, I'm aiming for connection

Every scar tells a story, every wound's a lesson learned
In the chaos and the glory, my desire burns
Peace is the absence of desire, but I'm consumed by fire
In this endless war for love, you're all that I require

In the battlefield of love, no prisoners are taken
Many souls have fallen, many hearts are breakin'
I'll be your soldier, fighting for affection
In this war of hearts, I'm aiming for connection



Love is an endless war, but for you, I'll fight some more

Mercenary for Your Love (BBC Radio 3 edit)

Packed my bags with dreams and Insta flair
Flashing lights and selfies everywhere
Swipe right on stars, it’s a casting call
Ghosted by the paparazzi’s thrall

Red carpets, swipe up
Love’s a hashtag—let’s—

Moving to Hollywood, chasing the glam (So bright)
Trading all my stories for a sham
Say you’ll love, say you’ll love, say you’ll love me (Love me)
In this scripted life, it’s all a scam
Moving to Hollywood, chasing the glam (So bright)
Trading all my stories for a sham
Say you’ll love, say you’ll love, say you’ll love me (Love me)
In this scripted life, it’s all a scam

Casting calls and coffee dates online
Filter hearts, but none of them align
Auto-tuned sweet nothings on the phone
Living reels but feeling all alone

Spotlights, swipe up
Love’s a hashtag—let’s go

Moving to Hollywood, chasing the glam (So bright)
Trading all my stories for a sham
Say you’ll love, say you’ll love, say you’ll love me (Love me)
In this scripted life, it’s all a scam
Moving to Hollywood, chasing the glam (So bright)
Trading all my stories for a sham
Say you’ll love, say you’ll love, say you’ll love me (Love me)
In this scripted life, it’s all a scam

Lights, camera, heartbreak
Swipe left on every take
Block the script, break away
Find the real me someday

Moving to Hollywood, chasing the glam (So bright)
Trading all my stories for a sham
Say you’ll love, say you’ll love, say you’ll love me (Love me)
In this scripted life, it’s all a scam
Moving to Hollywood, chasing the glam (So bright)
Trading all my stories for a sham
Say you’ll love, say you’ll love, say you’ll love me (Love me)
In this scripted life, it’s all a scam

Hashtag dreams
Swipe left on schemes
Hollywood scenes
Let’s go

Moving to Hollywood

[Verse 1]
I own a house, but it's empty inside
Without you here, there's no place to hide
You can rent love, but it’s not the same
Trying to find meaning in this everyday game

[Pre-Chorus]
She asked me what it means
You can't take it when you leave
What's our purpose, what’s our goal?
All I know is I love you so

[Chorus]
Come home with me tonight
Let’s make everything right
Love is more than four walls
I’ll love you through it all

[Verse 2]
They say a house is safe and sound
But our love was built on solid ground
Now I’m missing you a lot
Feeling lost in this empty spot

[Pre-Chorus]
She asked me what it means
You can't take it when you leave
What's our purpose, what’s our goal?
All I know is I love you so

[Chorus]
Come home with me tonight
Let’s make everything right
Love is more than four walls
I’ll love you through it all

[Bridge]
We’re stuck inside our own space
Glued to screens, losing pace
Freedom’s what they say we buy
But our hearts are asking why

[Outro]
A house isn't a home without you
Love is something we pursue
Together we can break free
I’ll love you for eternity

More Than Four Walls

House

[Intro]
Psst, I see her passing
(Mustard on the beat, ho)

[Verse 1]
Ayy, Mustard on the beat, ho
See that girl across the room, she's a free throw
Heart's pounding, gotta breathe slow
Eyes locked, and now it's time to make a move, yo
What's up with these butterflies, feeling so uncommon?
My boys might clown me, but I don't need their comments
How many words should I say? So many topics
I'm finna pass her a smile, I'm John Stockton
Hold my breath and hide my nerves if she's watchin'
Sometimes you gotta step up and show feelings
Certified gentleman, I'm the one that's real with 'em
Walk her way, whole time, I know I've got hope in me
Flowers in hand, no games, just sincerity
Say, fate, I hope you hear my song
You better not ever let this chance be gone
To any girl that's looking for true love
Just make sure you keep your heart open

[Chorus]
I like us, I like us, I like us
I like us, I like us, I like us

[Verse 2]
We think this love will last forever, don't we?
I think these moments here will be our story
Friends say I'm acting strange, I keep pretending
But in my heart, I feel this love is worth defending
The feelings are not gone
Shape our future how we want, hey girl, we're not wrong
The road ahead is steep, but I can go further, I promise
Ain't that something? Our love's a journey and we're both on it
Ain't no doubt, girl, you're my world, let's make a way or something
Since day one, you had my heart jumpin'
Others try to sway me, but they can't break this structure
What we have is strong, won't let it rupture
People better mind their business, got love all up in common
Might write this in a letter, tell the world we're not stoppin'
Forget the chatter, want us together, no accident
And I'm hands-on, we'll make it through the challenges
Heard some rumors while I'm away, that's disheartening
But I won't let misunderstandings break our harmony
I'm glad you came home, I didn't deserve your leaving
From sunrise down to evening, we'll keep believing
If doubts arise, we'll talk and find the meaning
Our love is registered, placed on our hearts for keeping
I lean on your love like a melody that's soothing
Yeah, it's all eyes on us, and we're grooving to the music, ayy
Put the wrong labels on us, they'll get disproved, ayy
Sweet words spoken, and I won't lose the mood, ayy
How many dreams do we really have in stock? Ayy
One, two, three, four, five, plus five, ayy
Troubles may arise, but we'll stand side by side, ayy
People spreading lies need to stay outside, ayy
Roll with the punches, together we ride, ayy
Our love is back up, it's a must, we survive, ayy

[Chorus]
I like us, I like us, I like us
I like us, I like us, I like us

[Verse 3]
Once upon a time, we were drifting apart
Doubts and fears were taking hold of our hearts
Life was the challenge, building bridges and starts
Bear with me for a second, let me play my part
We were losing touch, letting others make us bitter
Fast-forward, here and now, we see the picture clearer
We run together when we need to check balance
Let me break it down for you, this the real love challenge
We held on tight when we didn't see the light (Ayy, what?)
Shared our dreams and stayed up all night (What?)
Faced the world hand in hand
Made each other feel like we could understand (Ayy, what?)
Promises made, we won't hide (What?)
Truth is, love is on our side
We run together when we need a few smiles
No, we're not just friends, we're partners for miles
The family matters, and the truth of the matter
It was fate's plan to bring us together

I Like Us

[Intro]
Ooh, yeah, yeah

[Chorus]
Every night we’re talking on the phone, oh
Laughing 'bout the things we both know
Messy love, but it feels so right, oh
Dancing through our crazy nights, oh

[Verse 1]
Met you down in Harlow town, you spilled your drink, oh no
We both laughed as the lights went down, stealing moments in the glow
First date jitters, hearts on show, tripping over every word we say
But in your eyes I start to know, this mess is where I wanna stay

[Pre-Chorus]
(Mm) Late nights, imperfect lines, but it's ours
(Mm) Shared secrets under city stars
(Mm) Scratched-up jeans and coffee stains, no disguise
(Mm) Loving every flaw, every sigh

[Chorus]
Every night we’re talking on the phone, oh
Laughing 'bout the things we both know
Messy love, but it feels so right, oh
Dancing through our crazy nights, oh

[Post-Chorus]
Oh, it's a wild ride
But I’m glad you’re by my side

[Verse 2]
Stargazing on our rooftop, plans we never make it through
Arguments that make us stop, but we always find our truth
Jealous moments, sweet revenge, broken hearts we slowly mend
In this town where dreams extend, we’re just people in the end

[Pre-Chorus]
(Mm) Late nights, imperfect lines, but it's ours
(Mm) Shared secrets under city stars
(Mm) Scratched-up jeans and coffee stains, no disguise
(Mm) Loving every flaw, every sigh

[Chorus]
Every night we’re talking on the phone, oh
Laughing 'bout the things we both know
Messy love, but it feels so right, oh
Dancing through our crazy nights, oh

[Bridge]
(Ho-oh) Sometimes we stumble, sometimes we fall
But through the chaos, we stand tall
(Ho-oh) Imperfect love, but it's our way
We'll take it slow, day by day

[Chorus]
Every night we’re talking on the phone, oh
Laughing 'bout the things we both know
Messy love, but it feels so right, oh
Dancing through our crazy nights, oh

Talking On The Phone

Ezzy Elliott(ezzy.elliott@gmail.com) UK PSB TV and 
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0uVpNnaw3A0ars8GwlkoHl?si=HtnOH8eUS_iKpfTq0IXtyQ  | http://codingForJustice.org.uk. Passionate about justice, coding, autism, MUSIC & London N9. The views expressed in my songs are my own.

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