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Die For You - EP

by Tafari Anthony

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kenni1981 I love this album because each song is a strong contender for a single, not only that but each song gives you a different emotion, i almost cried when i heard maybe when we get older and i love Die For You, i highly recommend this as a purchase and will be playing to all my friends Favorite track: Maybe When We Get Older.
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1.
I could be all yours baby But you don’t see You could be happy all the time But you don’t want me I could be your forever But you’d rather make believe You know that I’d love you baby For eternity [CHORUS] But you see right through me You see right through me You don’t see more than what’s standing right in front of me So I’ll keep on screaming I’ll keep believing Until you see I’ve had this crush on you And I’ve been wanting you for so long And if you wanted to I could be your one If you could see me You’d see how I look at you You’re perfection to the core But would you believe? [CHORUS] But you see right through me You see right through me You don’t see more than what’s standing right in front of me So I’ll keep on screaming I’ll keep believing Until you see All of me… [BRIDGE] You’ve been crying & weeping for so long And I’ve been hoping that you get what you deserve, baby And I’ve been holding out for something so strong Tell me that it’s not all in vain Tell me that it’s not all in vain Tell me that it’s not all in vain [CHORUS] (x2) But you see right through me You see right through me You don’t see more than what’s standing right in front of me So I’ll keep on screaming I’ll keep believing Until you see All of me…
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When the golden child does something you can’t approve When the golden child fucks up, don’t know what to do Always had it easy, but nothing is easy You must’ve known that we would hit this rough patch When the golden child does something you won’t approve You hang your head in shame like you have something to lose Hide from the world what we all see is the truth Disbelieve & say “There must be something wrong with you!” [CHORUS] When the golden child When the golden child When the golden child goes wild When the golden child comes home to a dark place The one that used to bring the light now brings disgrace When the golden child is at a loss for words You scream & yell like that’ll help you to be heard [CHORUS] (x2) When the golden child When the golden child When the golden child goes wild When the golden child decides to live his truth You question it & everything he ever do When the golden child tells you what you always feared Ears get covered, eyes water, rage sets in, black outs begin When the golden child has nothing left to give He sits weak in the corner hoping for something to give When the golden child realizes this is the end He picks himself up, forges ahead & finds love within [CHORUS] When the golden child When the golden child When the golden child goes wild When the golden child stops giving a shit He will find self love & all it brings with it When the golden child embarks on the world He will see that he is accepted just being him [CHORUS] (x2) When the golden child When the golden child When the golden child goes wild
3.
Know Better 04:33
[CHORUS] I don’t know why I do this to myself Do this to myself When I know better I don’t know why I do this to myself Do this to myself When I know better I still laid down in your bed expecting something different I let you strip off my clothes in the name of experience I just went with the flow in hopes of commitment Not in the form of gold but in companionship Thought the music would unite us but it blurred my vision We faked love to “the black messiah” [CHORUS] I don’t know why I do this to myself Do this to myself When I know better I don’t know why I do this to myself Do this to myself When I know better In the name of honesty you say I’m not something you require But your face said something different as you were breathing deeper I just went with the flow in hopes of commitment Not in the form of gold but in companionship Thought the music would unite us but it blurred my vision I should’ve known but goddamn you lured me [CHORUS] I don’t know why I do this to myself Do this to myself When I know better I don’t know why I do this to myself Do this to myself When I know better [bridge](x2) There is this darkness inside of me Oh I just want it to leave There is this darkness inside of me Let me be, let me be [CHORUS] (x2) I don’t know why I do this to myself Do this to myself When I know better I don’t know why I do this to myself Do this to myself When I know better There is this darkness inside of me Oh I just want it to leave
4.
Take her out to lunch if you want Why should I care? You claim it’s not me you want But we can fuck when she’s not there So afraid what everyone will think So you give her what you wanna give me, baby Lost in a world of despair Why should I care? [CHORUS] I don’t love you I don’t love you anyway We just fuck That’s okay You won’t go there You won’t go there anyway So we just fuck… Call it a day, yeah Take her ass out to dinner baby… See if I walk down that way Hide your face when you see me Shame the truth might surface You better Look in my eyes next time you touch me Maybe then you’ll see the light You ain’t nothing more than sex to me So don’t even try to disguise [CHORUS] I don’t love you I don’t love you anyway We just fuck that’s okay You won’t go there You won’t go there anyway So we just fuck… Call it a day call it a day ‘cause I don’t love you I don’t love you anyway So we just fuck Call it a day, ‘cause You won’t, you won’t go there anyway So we just fuck call it a day, yeah... Call it day Call it a spade Call it a trade Call it dismay Call it getting laid Call it anything Call it anything, yeah... That’s okay…
5.
I’m not gonna lay down & die for you I’m not gonna take that chance on you ‘Cause you when snapback & hold my neck You’re gonna tell me I’m not worth it So I’m gonna lay down & die for you ‘Cause I’ve got too much here to live for Everybody got their phones high up in the air So go ‘head & act a fool if you dare [CHORUS] I’m not gonna lay down & die for you i’m not gonna lay down & die I’m not gonna lay down & die for you i’m not gonna lay down & die Talk your shit if you need to But you ain’t gonna get me to follow suit You can say I don’t value life if you want But you know very well that I’m strong enough So I’m not gonna lay down & die for you I’m not gonna take this threat too seriously, no Everybody got their social up in the clouds So watch yourself before you get exposed now [CHORUS] I’m not gonna lay down & die for you i’m not gonna lay down & die I’m not gonna lay down & die for you, yeah i’m not gonna lay down & die I’m not gonna lay down & die for you No, no No, I’m not gonna lay down & die for you i’m not gonna lay down & die for you i’m not gonna lay down & die for you
6.
Don’t know where I should go now I’ve given everything Everything I know how Foolish for your vacant heart I should’ve known better Than to try to out smart it Not tryna throw around blame to change your position Can’t make you want the same things that I do It’s not enough reason [CHORUS] Maybe when we get older You’ll realize I had so much to offer If you just opened your eyes Maybe with a little time You’ll see You could’ve had it all with me Can’t break away from what’s inside my head You keep telling me no, I keep pushing for yes If I love you like I say I do Then I should be able to let you go [CHORUS] Maybe when we get older You’ll realize I had so much to offer If you just opened your eyes Maybe with a little time You’ll see You could’ve had it all with me [BRIDGE] How can I stand the pain Of letting you walk away When I feel this way That’s what makes this so hard ‘Cause now I know I have to love you from afar [CHORUS] Maybe when we get older You’ll realize I had so much to offer If you just opened your eyes Maybe with a little time You’ll see You could’ve had it all You could’ve had it all You could’ve had it all with me You.. you could’ve had it all with me...

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"Die For You", is a raw proclamation of empowerment through defiance, conflict and heartbreak. The title track is an addictive battle-cry against injustice and privilege. The record is loaded with killer baselines, hot guitar riffs, and driving percussion that fuse the excitement of rock with the cool groove of R&B. The exception, "Maybe When We Get Older", relies on a solo piano to compliment Tafari's passionate and inspiring voice. This track was recently recognized by Canada's Walk of Fame, earning Tafari a spot in the Emerging Artist Program 2015. "Die For You" is one part rock anthem, one part break-up song, and one part pop hook blended together with talent and conviction to create lively and compelling music.

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released June 3, 2016

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: TAFARI ANTHONY
PRODUCED BY: TAFARI ANTHONY & JON MYCHAL
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All vocals & Vocal Arrangements:
Tafari Anthony
Recorded, Engineered, & Mixed by:
Jon Mychal at The Sonic Spa, Toronto, ON
Cover & Back Photography:
Donny Anderson & Tafari Anthony
Inside Photography:
Shawn Oakes & Tafari Anthony
Art Direction & Design:
Tafari Anthony
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© 2016 TAFARI ANTHONY. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction,
copying, & rental of this recording is prohibited by law. Made in Canada.
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Made possible with the generous support of the ONTARIO ARTS COUNCIL

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Tafari Anthony Toronto, Ontario

Tafari Anthony (tah-far-eye) is a JUNO nominated Toronto-based pop singer-songwriter & producer. He has written & produced for many artists including Tanika Charles, Drag Race icons Priyanka & Katya, & The Fretless (Feat. Nuela Charles). Tafari has self-released three EPs including The Way You See Me (2020) which was nominated for Adult Contemporary Album of The Year at the 2022 JUNO Awards. ... more

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