Lyrically Provoked
91 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsThought provoking insights driven by song lyrics, pop culture and literature delivered in an off the cuff manner. As life often imitates art, James Philip brings a unique perspective based on real life that is inspired from music lyrics, spoken word and media. Every song means something different to someone else. James dives deep into life experiences to share his perspective, line by line.
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Episodes
Leave Me Alone (Tech N9ne)
February 25, 2020 14:15 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBIn this episode I cover Tech N9ne's track, Leave Me Alone. I talk about getting negative people out of your life, how people will stay in your life while plotting your downfall along with those people that always ask for advice then take none of it.
Thou Shall (Royce da 5'9")
February 21, 2020 18:31 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBIn this episode I cover Royce da 5'9"'s track, Thou Shall. I talk about growing up tough with thicker skin in this crazy world, how those that should support you often don't and how influencers are often not what you think they are. I add additional notes on becoming a master as you get older and why honing your craft is imperative if you want to be great.
Cocaine Music (Jadakiss)
February 21, 2020 18:31 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBIn this episode I cover the track Cocaine Music by Jadakiss. I talk about providing for yourself and your family vs doing what you love or have a passion for. I also talk about deep loyalty and how you should have respect even for those you don't know.
I'm Coming Home (ICP)
February 20, 2020 16:32 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBIn this episode I cover ICP's track, I'm Coming Home. I talk about picking yourself up out of the gutter, your life may be bad but others have it much worse, why hanging out on the street is so fun vs real life and I reminisce about the days of only putting andollar or two in the gas tank.
That's What I Get (Nine Inch Nails)
February 18, 2020 21:42 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBIn this episode I cover the Nine Inch Nails Track, That's What I Get. I talk about how some women crush and ruin men, how people are naive and gullible to their own demise and some things mean everything to someone but not so much to you.
Wanksta (50 Cent)
February 16, 2020 15:16 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBIn this episode I cover 50 Cent's track, Wanksta. I talk about fake ass people, why you need to respect your time, how people don't want you around when you outshine them and how people are always talking about the things they are going to do but never do.
Just Stop (Disturbed)
February 13, 2020 21:58 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBIn this episode I cover Disturbed's track, Just Stop. I talk about how people are always making comments on your life and how you should live, how you can't grow anything in the shade and how people will nit pick about everything you do as if they are oh so perfect themselves.
It's Been Awhile
February 10, 2020 22:39 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBIn this episode I cover Staind's track, It's Been Awhile. I talk about the highest highs and lowest lows of life, how we some how always screw things up, making bad decisions for the wrong people and how many parents did the best they could and you need to just figure the rest out.
It's Been Awhile (Staind)
February 10, 2020 22:39 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBIn this episode I cover Staind's track, It's Been Awhile. I talk about the highest highs and lowest lows of life, how we some how always screw things up, making bad decisions for the wrong people and how many parents did the best they could and you need to just figure the rest out.
Supremacy Of Self
February 07, 2020 13:57 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBIn this episode I cover Hatebreed's track, Supremacy of Self. I talk about how you are your own worse enemy, how some people go through hell and makes them broken and why you need to work on your mind, body and spirit.
Supremacy Of Self (Hatebreed)
February 07, 2020 13:57 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBIn this episode I cover Hatebreed's track, Supremacy of Self. I talk about how you are your own worse enemy, how some people go through hell and makes them broken and why you need to work on your mind, body and spirit.
The Rain (DMX)
February 04, 2020 16:05 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBIn this episode I cover the DMX track, The Rain. I speak about being who you are, not being fake and just being true. Other topics cover how everyday things catch up to you and how you just can't talk to some people.
The Rain
February 04, 2020 16:05 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBIn this episode I cover the DMX track, The Rain. I speak about being who you are, not being fake and just being true. Other topics cover how everyday things catch up to you and how you just can't talk to some people.
Turn The Page (Metallica)
January 31, 2020 23:14 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBIn this episode I talk about Metallica's cover song Turn The Page. I discuss destination addiction and why running away doesn't result in happiness, how sometimes you get stuck doing things you don't want to do and going where you're celebrated and not just tolerated.
Turn The Page
January 31, 2020 23:14 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBIn this episode I talk about Metallica's cover song Turn The Page. I discuss destination addiction and why running away doesn't result in happiness, how sometimes you get stuck doing things you don't want to do and going where you're celebrated and not just tolerated.
Counterfeit
January 30, 2020 17:08 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBIn this episode I cover Limp Bizkit's record, Counterfeit. Topics range from fake people and social media, how posers suck and how you do yourself a disservice by not being who you are.
Counterfeit ( Limp Bizkit)
January 30, 2020 17:08 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBIn this episode I cover Limp Bizkit's record, Counterfeit. Topics range from fake people and social media, how posers suck and how you do yourself a disservice by not being who you are.
Blue on Black (Kenny Wayne Shepherd)
January 26, 2020 14:08 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBIn this episode I cover Kenny Wayne Shepherds track, Blue on Black. Insights cover those that push people away and those run away from people that treated them poorly. I also cover the topic of how wrong can't be undone and why "I'm sorries" are bullshit.
Slipped Away
January 26, 2020 14:08 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MBIn this episode I cover Kenny Wayne Shepherds track, Blue on Black. Insights cover those that push people away and those run away from people that treated them poorly. I also cover the topic of how wrong can't be undone and why "I'm sorries" are bullshit.
Hey Lover (LL Cool J)
January 23, 2020 16:01 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBIn this episode I cover LL Cool J's track, Hey Lover. I speak about the concept of having a lover vs. having a friend with benefits or getting into a long term relationship along with how people lie in wait so they can make a move on someone that is \ was in a relationship.
Hey Lover
January 23, 2020 16:01 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBIn this episode I cover LL Cool J's track, Hey Lover. I speak about the concept of having a lover vs. having a friend with benefits or getting into a long term relationship along with how people lie in wait so they can make a move on someone that is \ was in a relationship.
Public Service Announcement
January 21, 2020 22:50 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBIn this episode I cover JAY-Z's track, Public Service Announcement. I talk about getting caught up in friends and co-workers drama, that there are two sides to every story, everyone does dirt so don't listen to the people that act immaculate and you find out what you're made of when your back is against the wall.
Public Service Announcement (JAY-Z)
January 21, 2020 22:50 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBIn this episode I cover JAY-Z's track, Public Service Announcement. I talk about getting caught up in friends and co-workers drama, that there are two sides to every story, everyone does dirt so don't listen to the people that act immaculate and you find out what you're made of when your back is against the wall.
East 1999 (Bone Thugs-n-Harmony)
January 19, 2020 14:45 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBIn this episode I cover a song from one of my favorite groups, Bone Thugs-n-Harmony, track, East 1999. I talk about why you should be about the money, how running out of money later in life sucks and why you need to focus on creating more and more income.
No Nobility in Struggle
January 19, 2020 14:45 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBIn this episode I cover a song from one of my favorite groups, Bone Thugs-n-Harmony, track, East 1999. I talk about why you should be about the money, how running out of money later in life sucks and why you need to focus on creating more and more income.
Cost Of Success
January 17, 2020 00:02 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBIn this episode I cover Cypress Hills, Rock Superstar. Insights that come to mind surround not understanding how much work is involved to achieve high goals, how it's hard to be good at something let alone great and how you may lose part of yourself while you're chasing your goal.
Rock Superstar (Cypress Hill)
January 17, 2020 00:02 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBIn this episode I cover Cypress Hills, Rock Superstar. Insights that come to mind surround not understanding how much work is involved to achieve high goals, how it's hard to be good at something let alone great and how you may lose part of yourself while you're chasing your goal.
Paper Tiger (Dry Kill Logic)
January 12, 2020 16:51 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBIn this episode I cover Dry Kill Logics track, Paper Tiger. My insights dig into saying the things that should be said although some people just can't. I also end on the note of not playing games, screw the 2 day rule, just call them right?
Paper Tiger
January 12, 2020 16:51 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBIn this episode I cover Dry Kill Logics track, Paper Tiger. My insights dig into saying the things that should be said although some people just can't. I also end on the note of not playing games, screw the 2 day rule, just call them right?
Never Settle
January 09, 2020 14:13 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this episode I cover the Jeezy track, Never Settle. Insights include attracting different people as you get older, why sometimes people set the bar too high and dealing with haters as they are an endless source of energy and motivation.
Never Settle (Jeezy)
January 09, 2020 14:13 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this episode I cover the Jeezy track, Never Settle. Insights include attracting different people as you get older, why sometimes people set the bar too high and dealing with haters as they are an endless source of energy and motivation.
Relationship Blues
January 01, 2020 17:23 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBIn this episode I cover a listeners request for Elton John's, I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues. This song sparks thoughts of needing to be independent while being together, giving people space along with an ending thought about how insecurities lead to relationship disasters especially with social media.
I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues (Elton John)
January 01, 2020 17:23 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBIn this episode I cover a listeners request for Elton John's, I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues. This song sparks thoughts of needing to be independent while being together, giving people space along with an ending thought about how insecurities lead to relationship disasters especially with social media.
Lying From You (Linkin Park)
December 30, 2019 23:15 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBEver feel like you have to be someone you're not? In this episode I cover lyrics from the Linkin Park song, Lying From You. From having to be a different person in life at work, home and in relationships, I cover the hardships of not being able to be yourself.
Who are you?
December 30, 2019 23:15 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBEver feel like you have to be someone you're not? In this episode I cover lyrics from the Linkin Park song, Lying From You. From having to be a different person in life at work, home and in relationships, I cover the hardships of not being able to be yourself.
Big Shit Poppin' (T.I.)
December 26, 2019 21:54 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBAfter losing a couple family members this year, this episode is a reminder to myself to stop talking about things and just do them. I cover T.I.'s track "Big Sh!t Poppin" and focus on the hook of "do it do it do it what you waitin' for?" and relate it to life and how we are always saying how busy we are. In reality, most people aren't that busy and with how life is fleeting, it is time to go do things and stop slowly waiting for life to pass us by. Bonus feature I also cover the topic of tak...
Whatcha Waiting For?
December 26, 2019 21:54 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBAfter losing a couple family members this year, this episode is a reminder to myself to stop talking about things and just do them. I cover T.I.'s track "Big Sh!t Poppin" and focus on the hook of "do it do it do it what you waitin' for?" and relate it to life and how we are always saying how busy we are. In reality, most people aren't that busy and with how life is fleeting, it is time to go do things and stop slowly waiting for life to pass us by. Bonus feature I also cover the topic of tak...
Fortunate Son (Creedence Clearwater Revival)
December 20, 2019 00:20 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MBIn this episode I am inspired by Creedence Clearwater Revival's song, Fortunate Son. Insights are driven from my upbringing in a working class family noting some of the struggles that social class endures.
Wasn't A Millionaires Son
December 20, 2019 00:20 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MBIn this episode I am inspired by Creedence Clearwater Revival's song, Fortunate Son. Insights are driven from my upbringing in a working class family noting some of the struggles that social class endures.
Narcissistic Cannibal (Korn)
December 16, 2019 16:15 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBIn this episode I talk about the lyrics from the Korn song Narcissistic Cannibal. I share my insights about life in your 20’s and into your 50’s including the daily struggle to find happiness and reinventing your life.
Do you hate the life you made?
December 16, 2019 16:15 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBIn this episode I talk about the lyrics from the Korn song Narcissistic Cannibal “Sometimes I hate the life I made.” I share my insights about life in your 20’s and into your 50’s including the daily struggle to find happiness and reinventing your life.