Heart Sings
Embracing Life's Rhythm: Homeboy Sandman's 'Heart Sings' Revels in Patience and Self-DiscoveryLyrics
There's no rush
Emphasizes the absence of urgency or pressure.
Don't sweat the hold up
Advises not to worry about delays or obstacles.
I'll take the whole month, if I want
Expresses the freedom to take time as needed.
Who knows how long
Reflects uncertainty about the duration of a situation.
"At onces" not once from now on
Rejects the idea of immediacy, opting for a gradual approach.
Go at my own pace
Stresses the importance of moving at one's own speed.
Have patience ladies and hombres
Encourages both men and women to be patient.
All praises due
Acknowledges and gives credit where it is due.
Book of life, skim pages through
Metaphorically refers to examining one's life experiences.
Chapter one
Introduces the idea of a journey, starting from the beginning.
I rep just because and have just begun
Expresses loyalty and dedication from the outset.
Think under the gun
Suggests thinking and acting decisively, especially under pressure.
Everything under the sun
Encompasses a wide range of experiences and challenges.
So what's up?
Indicates engagement in a meaningful activity.
I'm getting into something, don't interrupt
Requests not to be disturbed during a significant pursuit.
Powerful stuff
Describes the depth and impact of the current endeavor.
Suckers are awful stuck
Criticizes those who are stubborn or stagnant.
On hook
Refers to being caught or obsessed with something.
And such if I ain't touching I don't look
States a preference for only engaging with what is relevant.
If it ain't sunny I don't spaz
Links emotional reactions to the weather or external conditions.
If it ain't funny I don't laugh
Connects laughter to genuine amusement.
Saving your hides
Implies a role in protecting others.
Guess that y'all was only resting your eyes
Suggests that others were not truly active or involved.
For the rest of your lives
Anticipates a prolonged period of inactivity or complacency.
The chosen
Refers to being chosen or special in some way.
Got flaws and don't care bout who knows 'em
Accepts personal flaws without concern for judgment.
Had more moments ago, I outgrows 'em
Expresses personal growth and maturity.
I tuned out
Conveys a disconnection from previous influences or distractions.
So where to now?
Poses a question about the current direction or purpose.
The year 2000, WOW!
Expresses surprise or awe at reaching the year 2000.
Time flies when you have fun
Reflects on the passing of time during enjoyable moments.
Yo I'm the last one that you wanna hear from
Acknowledges being an unlikely or unconventional source of advice.
In a stern tone
Declares a serious and determined attitude.
I'm about to see whose sternum is a firm bone
Announces an intention to assess the strength of others.
Jonwayne is the best
Praises Jonwayne as the best, specifying the region of origin.
Not the one from the Westerns, the one from the West
Contrasts the referenced Jonwayne with a Western character.
Far as the rest they either stepped up and repped him or read them and wept
Comments on the impact of acknowledging or ignoring talent.
Me, I rep to the death
Expresses unwavering dedication and loyalty to a cause.
But I am not dead just yet
Clarifies the speaker's current state of existence.
Forgive and forget
Advocates forgiveness and moving forward without dwelling on the past.
And watch the go-getter go get
Encourages observing and admiring the determination of a go-getter.
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