Lyrics
Kevin's not here
Repetition of "Kevin's not here" suggests Kevin's absence, possibly emphasizing his physical or emotional unavailability.
Kevin's not here
-Kevin's not here
-Kevin's not here
-Kevin's not here
-Kevin's not here
-Kevin's not here
-Kevin's not here
-Kevin's not here
-Kevin's not here
-What?
Expression of surprise or confusion, questioning the previous statements about Kevin.
*laughter*
Representation of amusement or lightheartedness, contrasting the serious tone of the earlier lines.
Kevin!
Calling out to Kevin, possibly seeking his attention or presence.
The performer approaches the microphone
Introduction of a performer approaching the microphone, setting the stage for a performance or speech.
Not a soul in the world, that he's rapping for
Loneliness emphasized, as there's no audience to listen to the performer.
But, that ain't what I heard from him, the night before
Contradiction between the performer's public image and private struggles revealed.
Ladies and gentlemen, please do not be cynical
Encouraging the audience not to be cynical, perhaps addressing skepticism or criticism.
First night I ain't been high in a while
Acknowledgment of sobriety after a period of being high, reflecting on personal struggles.
It turns out that I'm just sad
Realization of sadness underlying the apparent absence of intoxication.
Dirty chick flirting, whispers in my ear
Description of a flirtatious encounter and the influence of substances on perception.
And I'm hazy blowing this loud
Engagement in recreational drug use, specifically marijuana ("blowing this loud").
Smokin' so much sativa on Sunday
Excessive use of sativa on a Sunday, hinting at a chaotic lifestyle.
Circumstances are wild
Acknowledgment of challenging circumstances.
Hate that this-day has turned to dis-dain
Expression of dislike or contempt for the current situation ("dis-dain").
I ain't prayed in a while
Acknowledgment of a lapse in prayer, indicating a spiritual struggle.
*laughter*
Repetition of laughter, suggesting a mix of amusement and inner turmoil.
Keep it on, keep it on
Reiteration to "keep it on," possibly urging to maintain composure or persistence.
Uh, Yeah, Uh, Yeah
Repetition of affirmations ("Uh, Yeah"), adding a rhythmic and musical element.
My cousin had a boyfriend and she loved him a lot
Narrative of a cousin's relationship troubles, escalating to violent thoughts and actions.
Then he told her that he cheated
-So I came to his apartment
-With a Louisville Slugger and a murderous compulsion
-Put the charges underneath his car and cause explosions
-Caught him like a pig to slaughter call him Mr. Bacon
-See the way she hatin' on me tired of the hatin'
-See the way she sleepin' on me choosin' all my day dreams
Reflection on personal struggles, feeling disconnected and lost.
Mama, I been branchin' out
-Mama, I been branchin' out
-Mama, I can't find my roots
-Maybe I should lay back and blow that blue haze
Indulgence in substance use and its consequences on behavior.
Mama, I've been high for days
-Lately I been showing up late
-Give a dollar it's a penny I paid
-Drinking Hennessy
-And then we get faded
-It's about time that I say
Admission of addiction and the impact on the performer's life.
I'm an alcoholic addict with money to spend
-Get so high, that my attic becomes a basement
-I'm an alcoholic addict with money to spend
-But the crowd they don't like what they see
Recognition of external criticism for neglecting family due to addiction.
As they shout, 'You're neglecting your family!'
-I might have to change my strategy
Contemplation of changing one's life strategy in response to criticism.
It was hot outside the other day, a hundred-two degrees
Details about Kevin's absence and activities, suggesting a shift in priorities.
Kevin wasn't here today 'cuz he was making beats
-She went to the beach, but he went to Alaska
-Analyzed his inner-mind but then he had to pack up and leave
-Mentally he been at ease
Positive changes in mental well-being, depicted through phrases like "mentally at ease" and "sugar-free."
Now we eating sugar-free
-Now he thinks he's killing me
-But he knows who the KZA be
Assertion of identity and purpose, emphasizing Kevin's role as more than just a rapper.
More than just a rapper
-Easily get active
-Kevin Francis got the answers
-KZA got the action
Confirmation of KZA's active involvement and impact.
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