Thankful
Thankful Journey: Kodak's Redemption and Resilience
Lyrics
Every mornin' when I wake, I hit my knees, and pray
Expressing a daily routine of starting the day with prayer.
I'm so thankful, I learn a new lesson everyday
Gratitude for learning valuable lessons each day.
I was schemin', runnin' wild, and then I caught a case
Reflection on past actions, involvement in risky behavior, and facing legal consequences.
I was locked up in a cage, that's when it all came to my brain
Imprisonment leading to introspection and realization.
Keep your head up, Kodak, get out there, just do your thing
Encouragement to stay focused and pursue personal goals.
Get your bread up, Kodak, you ain't got no time to play
Emphasis on financial success and avoiding distractions.
I was fed up, lost a lot, but never lost my faith
Enduring hardships but maintaining faith.
Cause there's reason's, I go through what I'm goin' through today
Belief in the reasons behind current challenges.
Had to tell myself, "Kodak, you don't bother, you in trouble"
Self-awareness and acknowledgment of personal responsibility.
Had to tell myself, "Fuck my friends, cause all I got is my brothers"
Prioritizing loyalty to family over friendships.
Then I told myself, "Fuck these hoes, all I need is my mother"
Valuing maternal support over romantic relationships.
Cause I realize, that I wouldn't be shit without my mama
Acknowledging the significance of the speaker's mother in his life.
Please forgive me Lord, know you understand that it's a struggle
Seeking forgiveness and understanding from a higher power.
Just a li'l boy, in these streets, got caught up with the hustle
Describing a young boy navigating the challenges of the streets.
This for my two brother's, all we got is each other
Emphasizing the importance of familial bonds.
I would be nothin' without em, that's why I love em
Expressing love and dependence on siblings.
I gotta say prayer, I gotta stay positive
Highlighting the need for prayer and maintaining a positive mindset.
Imma step up to the plate, won't run a way, like my father did
Commitment to facing challenges and not repeating past mistakes.
Try to put my nigga on, but he didn't stick to the code
Disappointment in a friend's betrayal and a decision to focus on personal goals.
I ain't tryin' that shit no more, I'm just gon' keep my focus on
Choosing to stay focused on personal growth.
I gotta keep movin' forward, I can't get caught up in my ways
Emphasizing the importance of progress and avoiding old habits.
I been lost out here like Pacman, feelin' like I'm in a maze
Feeling lost but determined to move forward.
Steady leanin' off promethazine, I ain't got no Medicaid
Reference to substance use and lack of healthcare coverage.
It's destined I'm gon' see my blessings, gon' be better days
Belief in a better future and anticipating blessings.
You wasn't worried bout me then, why you worried bout me now?
Questioning the authenticity of past concern compared to current interest.
Thank the Lord for what I got, cause I use to wear Fila
Gratitude for progress and a reminder of humble beginnings.
Niggas tryna boss me out, been up, but I've been down a lot
Acknowledging ups and downs but emphasizing temporary nature.
Everything is temporary, don't get comfortable in your spot
Warning against complacency and comfort in one's current situation.
You could be droppin' your girl at work, he'll be runnin' up in your spot
Highlighting the potential risks in personal relationships.
My niggas locked up, watchin' the clock, I can't wait until he drop
Awaiting the release of a incarcerated friend.
Kinda brace up on the wall, when I talk they drop the wall
Observing reactions of others when discussing personal goals.
You should want me to excel, why you wanna see me fall?
Questioning the motivations behind wanting the speaker to fail.
I been coughin' all night, it done really got severe
Reference to health issues and potential severity.
They say I should get it cured, before it get even worse
Advising to address problems before they worsen.
So they gave me cough drops, but I'm drinkin' cough syrup
Reference to using cough syrup despite advice.
In the coupe, I'm tryna splurge, and I'm fine off the herbs
Expressing desire for luxury and the influence of substances.
Skrrt, skrrt
Sound effect, possibly indicating a quick movement or departure.
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