Need 4 Speed
Life in the Fast Lane: Navigating Struggles and Triumphs
Lyrics
I been outside juggin daily can't nobody tell me shit
Expressing independence and confidence, asserting that personal experiences outweigh others' opinions.
Pouring aces for my aces, I get High and reminisce
Referencing drug use ("pouring aces") for relaxation and reflection on past experiences.
Bro got life before his started, he been locked up since a jit
Describing a friend's unfortunate life circumstances, having been in legal trouble since childhood ("jit").
Don't lose your life before it start up, don't get caught up in this shit
Warning against engaging in risky behavior that could lead to serious consequences.
I been trappin doing whatever I have to, Foe been making rent
Engaged in illegal activities to make ends meet, highlighting the challenges faced by the artist's associate ("Foe").
Bro been scammin crackin shit, might get my feet a little bit wet
Describing involvement in fraudulent activities cautiously, anticipating potential consequences.
Through the mud I work my muscle, make a dollar out them cents
Overcoming challenges and making money from difficult situations, turning cents into dollars.
You aint from the place I come from so to you that don't make sense
Emphasizing the cultural and geographical differences, making it difficult for others to understand their experiences.
Drinking mud, and swimming through it
Indulging in drug use, possibly to cope with the harsh realities of life.
Tryna be One with the trenches
Aspiring to connect with and understand the struggles of the streets ("the trenches").
Tryna feed folks up the road, hope he don't think I'm tryna ditch him
Expressing loyalty to friends and family, avoiding misunderstandings with fellow associates.
Been a worker and a runner, But I never sat the benches
Highlighting a history of both hard work and engagement in illegal activities, never sitting on the sidelines.
I been in that car, a stolen gun, and gas in my possession
Recalling involvement in criminal activities with stolen goods and weapons.
I still pour wockhardt in A&W, I rarely do the sprite
Preference for a specific brand of cough syrup in a soft drink, a common reference in hip-hop culture.
Don't fuck with Fanta but I pour the Quagen in it taste alright
Indicating a preference for a particular drug mixture in a soft drink and finding it acceptable in taste.
Shit hurt my soul I can't even lie, I miss my dogs try not to cry
Expressing deep emotional pain and the struggle to cope with the loss of close friends.
I Get stupid high, still wake up in the night I'm thinking why
Acknowledging drug use to cope with emotional pain, leading to introspective thoughts at night.
Certain emotions, when I feel them I see red I be on demon time
Describing intense emotions, possibly anger or aggression, and acknowledging a darker mindset ("demon time").
Realest convos through securus, had to read it three times
Recalling meaningful conversations through a prison communication system ("securus").
Might crack a square up off that bar, And what
Possibly referring to drug use and its effects on behavior ("crack a square").
Sneak and geek a high
Engaging in drug-induced behaviors and altered mental states.
All these thoughts, running through my head I clutch a Glock while drivin
Expressing a need for self-protection while navigating through life's challenges.
I bought her BELLAMI, Just to pull it out, That shit be getting me
Symbolic reference to providing a luxury gift to a significant other.
I fuck up her lashes with out even trying, she like you stressing me
Causing unintentional harm to a partner, possibly due to personal stress or emotional turmoil.
Blood just hit my phone like whats the move, Let's get some extra cheese
Receiving communication from associates about making plans, possibly involving illegal activities.
I put thousands in the pen, y'all little niggas ain't real as me
Asserting financial success and authenticity compared to others.
I been out here paper chasin can't nobody tell me shit out here
Expressing determination in pursuing financial goals, disregarding others' opinions.
On my toes from early morning to late at night don broke my feet out here
Describing physical exhaustion from hard work and dedication to financial success.
Cautious when I'm out in traffic know I play them review mirrors
Being cautious and aware of potential threats while navigating through life.
Swerving in and out of lanes - Playin need for speed out here
Engaging in risky and fast-paced behavior, drawing a parallel to the video game "Need for Speed."
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