Somethin'
Rising Above: Bobby Real's Journey Through Struggles
Lyrics
So bad, it's so bad
Expressing a negative feeling or situation, emphasizing its intensity.
Hey
Informal greeting or acknowledgment.
It's Bob
Identification of the speaker, "Bob."
How ya doing
Casual inquiry about the listener's well-being.
Let's Go
Expression of enthusiasm or encouragement to start something.
Yeah yeah yeah, yeah
Repetition for emphasis or rhythm.
I've been
Introduction to the speaker's recent activities or state of mind.
Trying to do a little something something
Expressing an attempt to undertake a small, unspecified action.
'Cause when I'm doing nothing
Linking inactivity with a sense of worthlessness or emptiness.
I feel like nothing
Highlighting the impact of doing nothing on the speaker's self-esteem.
But I'm not
Contradicting the feeling of being nothing, asserting self-worth.
I've been
Reiteration of the speaker's attempt to take action.
Trying to do a little something something
Similar to line 8, expressing the desire for personal progress.
'Cause when I'm doing nothing
Repeating the impact of inactivity on self-perception.
I feel like nothing, yo
Emphasizing that despite feeling like nothing, the speaker is not.
But I'm not
Reaffirmation of self-worth and determination.
Nothing
Stating that nothing will hinder the speaker's progress.
Is gonna hold me back 'cause I'm running
Expressing determination to keep moving forward despite challenges.
As long as the beat is bumping
Linking persistence with the presence of a lively beat.
Then I'm gonna show you something
Commitment to showcasing something impressive when the beat is lively.
That's hot and fresh
Describing the anticipated result as exciting and new.
I gotta put myself to the test
Expressing the need to challenge oneself and overcome obstacles.
When I get all these things off my chest
Referencing the speaker's desire to share personal feelings and struggles.
And try to be the best that I can be 'cause
Expressing the goal of being the best version of oneself.
That's what they'd like to see
Emphasizing the desire to meet others' expectations.
Feel like that's my destiny
Feeling destined to pursue a certain path.
Just showing you the best in me
Displaying the best qualities to others.
The recipe to success
Referring to the elements required for achieving success.
No time to rest, so
Stating the absence of time for relaxation.
I've been going through the ups and downs
Describing a period of experiencing both highs and lows.
But something's telling me to get this out
Feeling an inner urge to express oneself.
Most of my life I haven't been too loud
Reflecting on a history of not being vocal.
But I think I'm gonna try it out right now 'cause
Expressing a decision to break the silence and speak out.
I've been
Reiteration of the speaker's attempt to take action.
Trying to do a little something something
Similar to line 8 and 13, expressing the desire for personal progress.
'Cause when I'm doing nothing
Repeating the impact of inactivity on self-perception.
I feel like nothing
Emphasizing that despite feeling like nothing, the speaker is not.
But I'm not
Reaffirmation of self-worth and determination.
I've been
Reiteration of the speaker's attempt to take action.
Trying to do a little something something, whoo
Expressing excitement or intensity while taking action.
'Cause when I'm doing nothing, ah
Repeating the impact of inactivity on self-perception.
I feel like nothing
Emphasizing that despite feeling like nothing, the speaker is not.
But I'm not
Reaffirmation of self-worth and determination.
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