Lyrics
Uh, ok
Expression of agreement or acknowledgment.
We all got skeletons in our closet from a shady past
Acknowledging everyone has a troubled past hidden away.
Made me brag about my Mercedes, Jag
Boasting about luxury cars and the consequences of fast driving.
Going fast, made me crash
Speeding led to a crash.
My ex keeps fuckin' up my car with her crazy ass
Ex-partner damaging the car in a fit of rage.
Lately, sad
Currently feeling sad.
Reminisce the times, please take me back
Nostalgic longing for past times.
Aimin' for the top, I'm on target like a Brady pass
Determined to succeed, referencing quarterback Tom Brady.
Did a show for 80 cash, and threw it in my lady bag
Performed for a small amount of money and shared it with a lady.
That was fuckin' Easy Money Sniper on my KD swag
Reference to a basketball player (KD) and his style.
Thought about quitin', I'm a Warrior, can't take a jab
Considering quitting but resolves to persevere.
Whoever said shit was easy forever was lied
Rejecting the notion that success is easy and eternal.
I mesmerize, how simple decisions can jeopardize
Astonishment at how simple decisions can have serious consequences.
When Martin Luther cheated and stared in Coretta's eyes
Referencing Martin Luther King Jr.'s infidelity and its impact.
This is lyrical exercise, told my idols to step aside
Declaring a commitment to surpassing idols in skill.
My momma said I'm buggin', no need for the pesticide
Dismisses concerns about being bugged, likening it to pesticide.
Was waitin' tables, gave customers extra fries
Previous experience in a humble job with a humorous touch.
Maya Angelou with accounts, I just let it rise
Comparing oneself to Maya Angelou in financial ascent.
And hopefully my words never die
Expressing hope that his words will endure.
Wintertime and it's rainin'
Setting the scene of wintertime and rain.
Well shit, I don't be complainin'
Not complaining despite challenging circumstances.
Summer's cold, shit is dangerous
Reflecting on the danger and changes in cold summers.
Man, I can feel the changes
Awareness of personal transformation.
Uh, try to take a walk up in my shoes
Encouraging empathy by imagining walking in the speaker's shoes.
A nigga rappin' like I really got somethin' to prove
Asserting the genuine struggle in the lyrics.
'Cause motherfucker I do
Confident declaration that there's something to prove.
I climb hills, nigga was sleepin' on Nyquil
Overcoming obstacles, using Nyquil metaphorically.
Paint a picture, vivid dog, on everything my life's real
Creating a vivid picture of real-life experiences.
Was just in college, strugglin' to get a nice meal
Struggling in college, highlighting a difficult past.
Made it out the gutter, then that's all because of my skill
Attributes success to personal skill and effort.
All because the glory nigga, let me tell my story
Linking glory to the speaker's personal narrative.
I am not that nigga with potential, I am not a warrior
Rejecting labels of potential or warrior, emphasizing uniqueness.
I was lost like Dory, but I'm finally found
Reference to the character Dory, finding oneself after being lost.
Was addicted to this Xans to calm anxiety down
Battling anxiety with substance abuse.
And I never would admit because society clowns
Acknowledging reluctance to admit vulnerability.
Any nigga with a problem, they can't quiet me now, nigga
Asserting resistance to those who criticize or oppose.
Wintertime and it's rainin'
Reiteration of the wintertime theme and acceptance.
Well shit, I don't be complainin'
Maintaining a positive outlook despite challenges.
Summer's cold, shit is dangerous
Highlighting the danger and changes in cold summers.
Man, I can feel the changes
Reiteration of personal transformation and awareness.
Know where you come from, it's easy to get where you're going
Emphasizing the importance of knowing one's roots for success.
Yeah
Expression of agreement or acknowledgment.
Just keep digging 'til you find out
Encouraging persistence and continuous effort in reaching goals.
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