Lines:
Running in circles no end in sight
Streetlights flicker they’re losing their fight
Shadows stretch long they follow my name
The mirror’s cracked but I’m still the same

Words unsaid they hang in the air
Breath is heavy I’m gasping despair
Every mile feels like it’s twice as long
I’m chasing a ghost that’s already gone

Shadow steps shadow steps
Chasing me while I forget
Shadow steps shadow steps
Haunted by what’s not here yet

Concrete’s cold but my blood runs hot
Every corner I turn I’m caught
Fingers reach but they grab thin air
A voice whispers but no one’s there

Eyes wide open but the world’s gone blind
Searching for answers I’ll never find
The echoes scream and the silence roars
My mind’s a lock with a thousand doors

Fast fast faster I can’t slow down
The past keeps pulling I’m gonna drown
Lungs on fire heart’s out of tune
Running in circles beneath the moon



C-Line
© Lil Penguin

Shadow steps

Laid-back and groovy, “Wake Up” is a funky, low-key instrumental beat blending chill vibes with smooth rhythm. Perfect for lofi hip hop lovers, rap freestyling, chill background music, study sessions, or late-night creative flow.

With its dreamy funk groove and mellow bounce, this track sets the tone whether you’re relaxing, vibing, or searching for inspiration.

If you enjoy lofi beats, jazzy hip hop, chill funk, or instrumental rap soundscapes, you’ll love this one. Drop a comment and let me know your thoughts, and don't forget to follow for more beats on the way.

wake up

i’m steve. i started messing around with making beats back when covid hit, and over time i finally found a sound i’m proud enough to share. i used to be a software engineer caught up in the startup grind, but i burned myself out chasing that world. music became my way out — a way to slow down, explore my creative side, and actually feel free.

wake up

steve

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