I have to admit, confronting the subject matter has made me less inclined to return to this after a few listens, but it would be perfect as an album track. Production is indeed very nice though
― rob, Wednesday, 18 August 2021 15:46 (two years ago) link
The subject matter made me think of French rap classic "Laisse pas traîner ton fils" (don't let your son hang around) by NTM that address the parents of the youth that find their education in the violent streets (classic theme also found in films like La Haine), and which has lyrics like
Is this what you want for your son?Is this how you want him to grow up?I have no advice to give, but if you don't want him to slipLook at him, when he talks to you, listen to himDon't let him look elsewhere for the love that should be in your eyes
Lika Iké is a bit the version for daughters - makes sense
― Nabozo, Thursday, 19 August 2021 08:53 (two years ago) link
Yeah "subject matter" was maybe too encompassing; it's just the few lines about the predator uncle combined with the bit about adult men leering at young girls (where the title comes from). It's not graphic or anything either, might have just been feeling sensitive last time I listened?
Honestly, it's a testament to her talent. I can listen to a dozen songs about murdering people with guns and not feel bothered, whereas she has me feeling a little upset after a single couplet
― rob, Thursday, 19 August 2021 11:28 (two years ago) link