Lyrics
Yeah
Expression of agreement or acknowledgment.
All I know how to do is set the tone
Claiming the ability to set the mood or atmosphere.
It's like
Introduction or transition to a deeper thought.
This is my mind and body at the apex
Describing a state of mental and physical peak.
Skin of a moor that made abundance though he was gave less
Reference to resilience despite receiving less.
From the jungle I can show you where the apes rest
Offering to guide through challenging environments.
Unfortunate few yelled out uncle while the streets tried to break necks
Describing hardship and resistance in the streets.
Intermissions limited if you live in sin you can't take rest
Warning against rest for those living in sin.
Wore latex bagging work just in case the place swept
Preparedness for unexpected events with a reference to illegal activities.
Ain't slept wasn't a mattress just dirt and various taste tests
Describing a difficult living situation without proper amenities.
The tool by the gate kept somewhat of civil order
Maintaining order through the presence of a tool.
Question
Prompting a question about taking action.
Will you book it when you hit the border
Asking about commitment when faced with challenges.
Niggas saying never change just to drop dimes and ended up giving quarters
Critiquing those who resist change but end up compromising.
Free all my blood who got concrete as they living quarters
Expressing solidarity with those in difficult living conditions.
Palms reach on scarred plexi for estranged sons and dismissive daughters
Referring to family relationships and struggles.
The game won this shit is sordid
Commenting on the harsh reality of life.
The sane ones get they shit and bounce
Encouraging sensible individuals to leave difficult situations.
Insane ones stay where they were brought up
Describing the choice of staying in challenging environments.
Consider me the latter I'm tryna lift my order
Identifying with those who choose to stay and improve.
Tryna lift my order
Reiteration of the desire to improve personal circumstances.
You harbor feelings and they stroll to your area like a promenade
Metaphorically describing emotional vulnerability and exposure.
Engineered by God but the fear installed all my momma game
Attributing fear to divine influence in upbringing.
Admittedly I never had my sight on the hall of fame
Expressing modesty about personal achievements and fame.
Old age would be nice take delight in hauling canes
Desiring a peaceful old age, contrasting with the reference to slavery.
Slave blood in our father names and still at that precipice
Connecting personal history to a critical point.
Only two directions when you tryna exit cliffs
Describing limited choices when facing challenges.
Walk back on your fight or take flight into the endless mist
Reflecting on the decision to confront or escape difficulties.
Purgatory or Hell there aint no Heaven when your skin is tint
Expressing a grim outlook on the afterlife based on racial experiences.
I need the block, I need the ward, I need more
Expressing a need for familiar environments and support.
I need my people to stop falling for they accords
Advising against blindly following harmful agreements.
Herd out the weasels and cut the mistakes they done caused
Criticizing negative influences and their consequences.
Spill on this easel and pray we rid of our wars
Calling for creative expression to address and resolve conflicts.
That's law
Emphasizing the importance of the mentioned resolution.
Spill on this easel and pray we rid of our wars
Repetition for emphasis on the need to resolve conflicts.
That's law
Reiteration of the importance of resolving conflicts.
This is more than a verse
Stating the significance of the lyrics beyond a typical verse.
It's an introduction of where we walking on Earth
Introducing the lyrics as a reflection of the journey on Earth.
The scorched ground and the corners we lurk
Describing difficult circumstances and locations where one exists.
But we found blessings even if we been lost since the birth
Finding blessings despite being lost since birth.
Church
Referencing a place of worship, possibly for solace.
Church
Reiteration of the significance of the church.
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