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Leaving La La Land

Stepping Out the Delusions

By Denelsia WalkerPublished 2 years ago 4 min read
Leaving La - La Land: Shattering the Delusions Artwork

Song Structure:

- Rap Intro (30 seconds): Male and Female rappers trade lines, setting the tone for the song

- Verse 1 (Female): Welcome to La La Land, navigating love's illusions

- Chorus (Both): Leaving La La Land, stepping out of fantasy, facing reality

- Verse 2 (Male): Dating as negotiation, knowing your worth

- Chorus (Both): Leaving La La Land, stepping out of fantasy, facing reality

- Bridge (Female): Empowerment, African American women standing strong

- Verse 3 (Male): Men respecting what they pay, knowing your worth

- Chorus (Both): Leaving La La Land, stepping out of fantasy, facing reality

- Outro (Both): Ladies, fasten your seatbelts, leaving La La Land

Music Production:

- Upbeat tempo (100-110 BPM)

- Blend of R&B, reggae, and pop elements

- Prominent bassline, reggae-inspired percussion, and R&B-style drums

- Reggae-infused guitar riffs or synths, pop-style hooks and harmonies

- Island-inspired sound effects (steel drums, congas)

Music Video:

- Narrative-driven video with a storyline

- Performance-based video with the artists singing and rapping

- Conceptual video with abstract representations of the lyrics

- Mix of all the above

Instruments:

- Each instrument gets a 10-second self-feature

Title : Shattering La La Land: Stepping Out the Delusions

Rap Intro (30 seconds)

Male Rapper (15 seconds)

Yo, listen up, let me share a tale,

About a land where love's a fragile sail,

La La Land, where dreams collide,

But reality checks, and the truth can't hide,

Numbers don't lie, statistics tell the story,

Of a game where hearts are the glory,

Female Rapper (15 seconds)

But we ain't no pawns, we're the ones in control,

Our worth ain't defined by a man's goal,

We're queens, we reign, we hold the power,

No more games, no more hours,

We demand respect, we demand truth,

No more La La Land, we're breaking through!

Verse 1: (Female)

Welcome to La La Land, where dreams collide

Navigating love’s illusions, it’s a wild ride

Is it love or a transaction? Let’s uncover the disguise

Statistics paint a picture, open your eyes

Chorus: (Both)

Leaving La La Land, stepping out of fantasy

In the real world, we face our reality

It's not just love, it's give and take, understand

Check the numbers, leave La La Land

Verse 2: (Male)

Dating isn’t hard, it's a negotiation, you see

He’s looking for one thing, while you want to be free

He’ll invest his time or cash, but there's always a cost

In this game of hearts, what will be lost?

Chorus: (Both)

Leaving La La Land, stepping out of fantasy

In the real world, we face our reality. It's not just love, it's give and take, understand

Check the numbers, leave La La Land

Bridge: (Female)

Your skin is chocolate, you hold a special hue

African American women, the truth is tough but true

We’re not the preference, but we stand strong

Coins over games, we know where we belong

Verse 3: (Male)

Men like to play, but respect what they pay

Provider or trick, it’s the same at the end of the day

Know your worth, set your standards high

Leave La La Land, watch your spirit fly

Chorus: (Both)

Leaving La La Land, stepping out of fantasy

In the real world, we face our reality

It's not just love, it's give and take, understand

Check the numbers, leave La La Land

Outro: (Both)

Ladies, fasten your seatbelts, it’s a bumpy flight

Through dreams and delusions, we find our light

Set your rules, demand respect, take a stand

We’re leaving behind La La Land

An upbeat, energetic vibe with a blend of R&B, reggae, and pop elements.

A song that blends an amazing fusion of the likes of Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Koffee, with a dash of pop sensibilities.

Music Video:

Global appeal, incorporating both literal and abstract representations of the lyrics. You want to showcase the message of empowerment, self-worth, and facing reality in a way that resonates with people from different cultures and backgrounds.

Visually stunning and symbolic elements that reflect the lyrics and message.

1. Literal representations: Show people from different walks of life navigating love, relationships, and self-discovery.

2. Abstract representations: Use metaphors, allegories, and surreal scenes to convey the emotions and themes.

Use these ideas:

- Showcase people breaking free from chains or glass ceilings, symbolizing empowerment and self-worth.

- Depict individuals looking at their reflections, then shattering the glass or mirror, representing facing reality and self-acceptance.

- Use vibrant colors and patterns to represent the beauty of diversity and global cultures.

- Incorporate natural elements like water, fire, or earth to symbolize transformation and growth.

Recap:

- Has a rap intro with a male and female rapper trading lines

- Features a female vocalist on Verse 1 and a male vocalist on Verse 2

- Incorporates a blend of R&B, reggae, and pop elements

- Has an upbeat tempo and prominent bassline

- Includes island-inspired sound effects and instruments

For the music video, you want to:

- Showcase a narrative-driven storyline with a global appeal

- Incorporate both literal and abstract representations of the lyrics

- Use visually stunning and symbolic elements to reflect the message of empowerment, self-worth, and facing reality

- Represent diversity and inclusivity by featuring people from different cultures, religions, LGBTQIA+, disabled, and different income backgrounds

- Use vibrant colors, patterns, and natural elements to symbolize transformation and growth

Ballad

About the Creator

Denelsia Walker

Poet, Author, Musician, & Adult Enter Model. My Brand is HOEZBWINNING via Amazon Merch on Demand. Plus am an Amazon Influencer. Founder of Delcia Secrets Contoured LLC custom-made lingerie. Creator of International Poetry Whore FB Group.

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