Cold World
Navigating the Cold World: Decatur Redd's Street Wisdom
Lyrics
IT'S TIME TO WORK-LET ME WORK
Expresses readiness and determination to engage in work or a task.
It's a cold world-cold world-cold world
Repetition emphasizes the harshness and challenging nature of the world being described as "cold."
It's a cold world-cold world-cold world
-Sometimes it make you wonder what we doing here
Raises existential questions about the purpose of life and actions in a challenging environment.
Real in the field-gotta get it how you live
Emphasizes the need to be authentic and practical in one's approach to life, especially in difficult circumstances.
Can't be looking for Love cause it might get you killed
Advises against seeking love, suggesting it can be dangerous and potentially lethal in a harsh environment.
It's a cold world-cold world-cold world
Reiteration of the cold and unforgiving nature of the world being navigated.
Either you in or you aint- don't get in to get Rank
Emphasizes the importance of commitment and warns against opportunistic behavior for personal gain.
Dont pretend if you can't- it all begin with that bank
Highlights the significance of authenticity, especially in financial matters.
everybody know that the streets cold-get a lil doe get a lil more
Acknowledges the harsh reality of the streets and the need to accumulate wealth.
Sale a weed sale a lil blow-when it's all done send em out the door
Describes engaging in illicit activities for financial gain, with a focus on transactions.
When you see a that you don't know-better treat him like an infiltrater
Advises caution and suspicion towards unknown individuals, treating them as potential threats.
If he aint a crooked cop-then he might be a hater
Warns about potential haters or enemies, suggesting they may come in various forms.
See a hater-kill a hater on sight
Advocates a proactive approach to dealing with haters, promoting self-defense.
Wolves in a mask-thats that I don't like
Describes individuals wearing masks as something undesirable or suspicious.
No beginner-strap tucked off in my denim
Indicates experience and preparedness, with a concealed weapon for self-defense.
Put the uzi to the head of a loser-if you wanna be a winner
Encourages taking decisive actions, even if it involves confronting and eliminating losers.
Better treat the streets like a blind date
Uses a metaphor suggesting caution and careful consideration in navigating the streets.
If you respect the game crime pays
Recognizes the financial rewards of engaging in illicit activities but emphasizes the risks involved.
Gotta get your feet wet in the game-
Advises getting involved in the streets gradually and gaining authority to establish a reputation.
gotta be a boss just to get a name
Emphasizes the need for leadership qualities to earn respect and recognition.
Take a lil bruise take a lil pain-put a lil gloss to the wood grain
Suggests enduring hardships and beautifying the consequences, possibly related to street life.
Stay sucker free can't be a lame-get big doe no lil change
Encourages maintaining a strong, authentic presence and accumulating substantial wealth.
Can't get high on your own supply-
Warns against consuming one's own illicit products and emphasizes the importance of financial accumulation.
gotta stack it up can't make it rain
Encourages saving and investing, rather than reckless spending.
Really mind over matter-stay focused til them doors open
Stresses the importance of mental resilience and focus until opportunities arise.
Do or Die-Married to the game tho them hoping
Expresses commitment to the street life, even in the face of challenges and external expectations.
Everybody wanna be a trap star
Comments on the allure of the street life, especially the desire for recognition as a successful figure.
When you know the streets what you need a map for
Questions the necessity of street knowledge when navigating life's challenges.
Got extra-FEDS at the door no pressure
Highlights the increased scrutiny and potential danger with law enforcement involvement.
Bullies in your front yard-extra clips on the dresser
Describes a tense situation with potential threats, emphasizing preparedness.
Its a cold game-living life with your code name
Reiterates the harsh and unforgiving nature of the street life being described as a "cold game."
Behind the wheel-trying to keep it in the road mane
Uses driving as a metaphor for navigating the challenges of life while trying to stay on course.
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