Lyrics
This is my story, let me speak and I'm going to say it proud
This line expresses the artist's desire to share their personal story with pride.
They call me champ cause' I'm a fighter, I sell pound for pound
The artist is known as a champion or fighter, both in life struggles and possibly in the context of selling drugs ("sell pound for pound").
My life came crashing down and I was lost but found
The artist faced a significant setback but managed to find themselves again.
I felt that pressure, so I hold my breath don't make a sound
Under pressure, the artist keeps silent, possibly indicating a coping mechanism or internal struggle.
They left me lonely and it hurt but I feel better now
Despite feeling abandoned and hurt, the artist acknowledges feeling better now.
I miss my shorty, that's my fault because I let her down
The artist regrets letting down someone important to them, referred to as "shorty."
Our love is broken now, there ain't no turnin' round
The relationship is described as broken with no possibility of reconciliation.
I wish I never made that choice and you'd still be around
The artist regrets a past decision that led to the end of the relationship.
I used to lay you down, I used to comb your hair
Recalling intimate moments, the artist expresses regret for their actions.
and I was by your side when no one else was there
The artist highlights their loyalty during difficult times for the person they let down.
I thought of suicide, this life we live ain't fair
The artist contemplates suicide, suggesting the challenges of life.
I can't believe you left but if you call I'm there
Despite the separation, the artist is willing to be there if the person they let down reaches out.
I can't believe you care, I can't believe you're here
Expressing disbelief at the person's care and presence in their life.
The words I said I know it hurt because they made you tear
The artist acknowledges causing emotional pain with their words.
Don't be upset my dear, you got to let me steer
Encouragement for the person to move past the hurt and let the artist guide the way.
We'll make it out the storm and then we'll disappear
Optimistic about overcoming difficulties and disappearing together after the storm.
I can't believe you care, I can't believe you're here
Reiteration of the person's care and presence in the artist's life.
The words I said I know it hurt because they made you tear
Repetition of acknowledgment for causing emotional pain with words.
Don't be upset my dear, you got to let me steer
Continued encouragement to move past the hurt and trust the artist's guidance.
We'll make it out the storm and then we'll disappear
Reaffirmation of optimism about overcoming difficulties and disappearing together.
You gotta trust me, I won't let you down, I promise bae
A promise not to let the person down and a commitment to a better future together.
If you stay by my side, I'll lead you to a better way
Expressing a desire for the person to stay by their side for a better life.
Don't wanna lose you, way too smart to let you get away
Acknowledging the person's intelligence and expressing fear of losing them.
I lost a lot but it's okay because there's more to say
Acceptance of losses in life, but expressing a readiness to share more experiences.
I live my truth, I make mistakes like every other day
The artist lives authentically, admitting to making mistakes regularly.
My heart's in two, I had to see my nanny pass away
Revealing personal pain, possibly related to the passing of a loved one (nanny).
But she's an angel so I know she reached the heaven gates
Believing the departed loved one is an angel who has reached heaven.
I let you down, I had to leave but I'll be back someday
The artist had to leave but promises a return someday.
It's in the air like 222, I know I'm on my way
A sense of destiny or fate indicated by the repeated number 222.
And I won't rest until I get to you I promise bae
A determination to keep going until reaching the person they care about.
Would you stay by my side, what if I die today
A hypothetical scenario questioning the person's commitment if the artist were to die.
I really love you girl, I kiss you on your face
An expression of deep love and a desire to physically show affection.
I can't believe you care, I can't believe you're here
Reiteration of disbelief at the person's care and presence.
The words I said I know it hurt because they made you tear
Repetition of acknowledgment for causing emotional pain with words.
Don't be upset my dear, you got to let me steer
Continued encouragement to move past the hurt and trust the artist's guidance.
We'll make it out the storm and then we'll disappear
Reaffirmation of optimism about overcoming difficulties and disappearing together.
I can't believe you care, I can't believe you're here
Reiteration of the person's care and presence in the artist's life.
The words I said I know it hurt because they made you tear
Repetition of acknowledgment for causing emotional pain with words.
Don't be upset my dear, you got to let me steer
Continued encouragement to move past the hurt and trust the artist's guidance.
We'll make it out the storm and then we'll disappear
Reaffirmation of optimism about overcoming difficulties and disappearing together.
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