Coin Flip
Journey Through Bull City: BLAQ GENIUS Reflects on Struggle and Triumph
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I'm from a town where hammers ring
I come from a town where there's a lot of violence.
Turf wars and drug stings
There are conflicts over territory and police operations related to drugs.
Bull City more specific The Key
Specifically from Bull City, also known as Durham, North Carolina.
Coming up life resembled that of Tyrone Hill
My upbringing resembled the tough life of Tyrone Hill.
Nah, It wasn't pretty for P
Life wasn't easy for me.
Ducking strays help a git elude the block with ease
Avoiding danger helped me navigate the neighborhood smoothly.
So they gave me a little scratch, couple degrees
Received some education and achievements.
By His grace, made it out couple scrapes, good health, but I can't
Grateful for making it through challenges but wary of losing my true self in pursuit of wealth.
lose myself on the road to the wealth so yeah
Emphasizing the importance of maintaining personal identity on the journey to success.
Moved to the hills my meals is guaranteed
Moved to a better place where basic needs are assured.
Still remember supping on saltines and potted meat
Reflecting on humble beginnings with simple meals.
Favor peace over pulling the trigger
Prefer peace over resorting to violence.
Run with cats that show you them hands like they just flipped the river
Surrounded by friends who are skilled in handling situations peacefully.
Love the Lord start the day on my knees
Expressing a devotion to spirituality, starting the day with prayer.
Leave mass hop in the V and bump T.I.P
Attending religious service and then listening to T.I.P (possibly T.I. - the rapper).
Thank My God for growth don't get me wrong
Grateful for personal growth but feeling a sense of displacement.
But I often find me searching for the place I belong it's like
Expressing a struggle to find a sense of belonging.
I gotta wake up
A call to wake up and address issues.
Before we break up
Before relationships or situations deteriorate.
I just can't lose my lovin' veins
Emphasizing the importance of preserving love and compassion.
Seems like yesterday
Reflecting on the passage of time.
yet so far away
Memories seem recent yet distant.
My head to the sky
Aiming high and staying determined, even in challenging circumstances.
Do or die Bed Stuy
Referencing the Bed Stuy neighborhood in Brooklyn, New York, known for its challenges.
Always wanted more
Always aspiring for more despite challenges.
That's the cross I bore
Acknowledging the burdens and difficulties carried.
Every odd was against me
Faced adversity, but prevailed against the odds.
Played my cards just fine
Played life's challenges skillfully.
Flipped that board into a dime so yeah
Transformed adversity into success.
(Flipped that board into a dime so yeah)
Reiterating the triumph over challenges.
Travel the world spreading love through my voice
Traveled globally, using music to spread positivity.
Think back on all them haters not feeling your boy
Reflecting on past encounters with detractors.
Gaze upon the Windy City skyline
Contemplating the Chicago skyline, perhaps symbolizing overcoming adversity.
See the flames that stole it all back in 99
Recalling a tragic event in Chicago in 1999 (possibly a personal or societal reference).
Need love to relieve the pain
Emphasizing the need for love to heal pain.
Situations change, my heart remains the same
Adapting to changing circumstances while maintaining a constant heart.
(Thank My God for growth don't me wrong)
Reiterating gratitude for personal growth.
But I often find me searching for the place I belong it's like
Continuing the struggle to find a sense of belonging.
(But I often find me searching for the place I belong it's like)
Repeating the theme of searching for one's place.
I gotta wake up
Reiterating the need to wake up and address issues.
Before we break up
Preventing the deterioration of relationships or situations.
I just can't lose my lovin' veins
Stressing the importance of preserving love and compassion.
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