Lyrics
Ya best come correct! Step correct! 818 on the map psychological mad trap
Asserting the need for being prepared and showing respect in a certain area (818), referencing psychological entrapment
Step to a fool and I'll bet he's got a gat
Implying that encountering someone unprepared might lead to a violent situation ("gat" referring to a gun)
Paranoia principle has got us strippin' so
Referring to a widespread feeling of distrust and suspicion, causing people to remove protective layers metaphorically
Three dot lifestyle has got us running hell of miles
Describing a fast-paced, hectic lifestyle where people are constantly on the move due to dangerous circumstances
It's all that we know, it's all that we do, seen and done
Highlighting a limited and cyclical existence, where violence and its consequences are the only familiar experiences
So many homicides we thinking it's right fool
Observing a desensitization to extreme violence to the extent that it seems normal or justified
My brothers down to slay me daily cyco sickness within us, damn it's getting rough
Expressing the internal struggle within individuals, acknowledging the presence of inner turmoil and aggression
I will survive! I will survive y'all! I must survive! Life on the line I said keep on breathing!
Declaring a commitment to survival despite the intense challenges faced, emphasizing the importance of perseverance ("keep on breathing")
'Ya best come correct! What's up dog?
Reiterating the importance of being prepared and alert in a dangerous environment
Don't numb yourself because this is a hell, wicked one!
Advising against using substances to numb oneself from the harsh reality of the situation, acknowledging the environment as hellish
Wicked one out for self, not only in L.A., but it's jumping off worldwide
Acknowledging that the issues presented are not confined to a specific area (L.A.) but are prevalent globally
From L.A. to Belfast to genocide at "wayside"
Referencing global conflict and violence, pointing out specific instances such as Belfast and other places ("wayside")
And if killing my brother means survival then I'll take this bullet with all of the love of my soul
Expressing a willingness to sacrifice oneself for the survival of others, even if it means being harmed
You can call me a punk but I ain't givin' up, solid givin' my life see!
Refusing to give up despite being labeled negatively ("punk"), showing a firm commitment to giving one's life for a cause
Whatever the cost may be? Juice, Coke, Yeska, Heroin, Doses
Listing various addictive substances, possibly referencing the lengths individuals might go to cope with the environment
Making fools-snap now I got to live around that!
Highlighting the necessity of adapting and living despite the challenging circumstances
I will survive! I will survive y'all! I must survive!
Reiterating the determination to survive despite overwhelming challenges faced
Life on the line I said keep on breathing!
Re-emphasizing the importance of continuing to live despite the difficult circumstances ("keep on breathing")
The worst kind of man kills his brother! God help us!
Condemning the ultimate act of violence, stating the worst form of human behavior is killing one's own kin
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