Don't Talk To Me
Navigating Life's Shifts: Cadence Weapon's Anthem of Transformation
Lyrics
When I'm on
Expressing readiness or being in a state of action or presence.
Niggas 'bout to see the type of shit I'm on
Anticipating that people will witness the kind of lifestyle or activities being pursued.
Got phones in my face when I sing my song
Noticing attention, possibly scrutiny, when performing and sharing personal music.
Gotta know when to say that it's been too long
Understanding the importance of recognizing when a situation has persisted for too long.
First came through, now everything different
Highlighting the significant changes since the initial appearance or introduction.
Back then I had a shot, now a nigga had to pivot
Having to adapt or change course after missing an opportunity in the past.
Don't you fools start blocking me
Warning against hindrance or interference from others.
Ain't making moves, don't talk to me
Declaring a preference for interaction only with those actively making progress.
This ain't back in the days now
Emphasizing the departure from past times, embracing a new direction or lifestyle.
Used to go another way now I'm on another wave now
Shifting to a different mindset or approach compared to earlier experiences.
When the first album came out
Reflecting on the impact of the first music release.
Saw me in the videos, used to think a nigga strange now
Observing a change in perception from others after gaining visibility.
Now I got my own lane now
Establishing an independent and unique path in the industry.
Used to stay in Edmo 'til a nigga took a plane out
Relocating from Edmonton and experiencing a transformative journey.
Still got love but I had to make my way out
Maintaining love for the past but needing to move forward.
Signing on the dotted line, I couldn't really break out
Describing a contractual commitment that posed challenges to break free from.
That is when I moved into the 6
Transitioning to living in Toronto.
Showed up and I wasn't on the list
Facing exclusion initially upon arriving in a new place.
No endorsements, no sponsorships
Not enjoying support or sponsorships early in the career.
I ain't even have a pot to piss
Expressing a humble beginning without resources.
Then it started really making sense
Recognizing the situation and making a strategic decision.
Had to flip it, had to make a switch
Adapting and changing direction for better prospects.
Realizing that I had a gift
Realizing and acknowledging one's inherent talent.
Couldn't let it drift
Committing to nurturing and preserving the talent.
They think they gonna fake it 'til they get through
Commenting on the common skepticism and resistance faced when pursuing personal goals.
They really gonna hate it when you do you
-They think they gonna make it so you can't take control
-They wanna break, they hope it breaks you
-They think they gonna fake it 'til they get through
-They really gonna hate it when you do you
-They think they gonna make it so you can't take control
-They wanna break, they hope it breaks you too
-When I'm on
Reiterating the preference for meaningful actions and progress over idle talk.
Niggas bout to see the type of shit I'm on
-Got phones in my face when I sing my song
-Gotta know when to say that it's been too long
-First came through, now everything different
-Back then I had a shot now a nigga had to pivot
-Don't you fools start blocking me
-Ain't making moves, don't talk to me
-So I'm back in the mix now
Detailing a return to a more active and productive lifestyle.
Lost a little dead weight, made a few good friends now
-Yeah, I got my own shit now
-Used to split the whole pie,'til I couldn't pay rent, wow
-Now I'm tryna get rich now
-Flipping on the rhythm like a nigga did a dismount
-Montreal, left the city with a boss bitch now
-No more messing with the women in the Mile End now
-Had to hustle, had to make a shift
Recalling past challenges and the decision to take risks and make positive changes.
I was humble, waiting on the bench
-No more stumbles, no more getting tripped
-Wasn't scared, I had to take some risks
-I just wanna make a couple hits
Expressing a desire to create successful music despite challenges and criticism.
I ain't really wanted none of this
-Women jocking, niggas talking shit
-Make me wanna flip
-They think they gonna fake it 'til they get through
Repeating the theme of facing skepticism and negativity while staying true to oneself.
They really gonna hate it when you do you
-They think they gonna make it so you can't take control
-They wanna break, they hope it breaks you
-They think they gonna fake it 'til they get through
-They really gonna hate it when you do you
-They think they gonna make it so you can't take control
-They wanna break, they hope it breaks you too
-When I'm on
Echoing the earlier sentiments about maintaining focus on personal progress.
Niggas bout to see the type of shit I'm on
-Got phones in my face when I sing my song
-Gotta know when to say that it's been too long
-First came through, now everything different
-Back then I had a shot now a nigga had to pivot
-Don't you fools start blocking me
-Ain't making moves, don't talk to me
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