Suicide
Life's Tapestry Unraveled: French Montana's Poignant Reflections
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Sometimes I look at my son, then I picture my father
Sometimes, the speaker reflects on his own role as a father by envisioning his relationship with his son and drawing parallels to his father's experience.
When he looked at his son, he understood his story
The speaker suggests that, like his father did with him, he comprehends and relates to his own son's life and experiences.
I can stand on the strip, flip ten million zips
The speaker contemplates engaging in illegal activities, possibly drug-related, on the street, with the potential to handle a large quantity.
Or I can parlay with puff and make it 10 million flip
Alternatively, the speaker considers a more legitimate business deal with Puff Daddy that could yield a substantial profit.
I been a boss and you know it, make a mill and I blow it
The speaker asserts his status as a boss, noting a tendency to quickly spend a million dollars after earning it.
I had a dream I would sell and in July it was snowin'
Recalling a dream, the speaker mentions selling, possibly drugs, and experiencing unusual weather conditions in July.
When they caught me a bird, momma, pray for my blessin's
The speaker's mother prays for his well-being as he faces legal trouble related to a crime involving a significant quantity of drugs ("bird").
Niggas f**k with my nerves, talk faster than questions
The speaker expresses frustration with people who gossip and spread rumors faster than they can answer questions.
First spray was the ball, worse spray was the verdict
Refers to a significant drug deal, with the first attempt being successful and the second resulting in abandonment of a large amount of drugs ("mill").
Fit that mill and deserted, thought the block was deserted
The speaker believed the area was empty but later found it crowded, leading to the abandonment of the drugs.
Talkin' 500 murders, about 100 I knew I'm
Claims of being associated with a high number of murders, though only recognizing a smaller fraction personally.
Talkin' 500 casings, about 400 that blew
Refers to the discharge of a significant number of bullets, with some hitting their targets ("blew").
Ye lost it all in the debt, but you been grindin' it longest
The speaker acknowledges financial losses but emphasizes resilience and continuous effort in the face of adversity.
I mean you bought off the bar, but got no money for lawyer
Despite spending on luxurious items, the speaker lacks funds for legal representation ("lawyer").
That suicide!
The term "suicide" is introduced, possibly symbolizing a sense of hopelessness or risky behavior.
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Repetition of "suicide" reinforces the theme, suggesting a recurring or pervasive feeling of despair or danger.
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