Prosper
Rising Above: Lawrence Jamal's Anthem of Resilience and Redemption
Lyrics
I put my life on the line, I put myself on the shelf
The speaker has risked their life and placed themselves aside.
Ain't no more bringing me down, y'all ain't concerned with my health
They won't let others bring them down and aren't concerned about others' opinions regarding their well-being.
And ain't no point in you claiming you king, you can't even conquer yourself
Addressing someone who claims authority but hasn't conquered their own issues.
I just want heaven on earth, but I pray that I make it through hell
Desire for a peaceful, heavenly existence despite enduring tough times.
I'm praying a lot these days; I don't be knowing what to say
The speaker is praying extensively, feeling uncertain about what to express.
I'm just a dude that's making a move, since nobody told me the case, yeah
They're taking action without clear guidance or instruction.
I'm dealing with all of the hate, yeah; you know it's a lot of disgrace, yeah
Dealing with a significant amount of disrespect and negativity.
But devils get out of my way, I got way too much light in my face
Despite challenges, the speaker's positivity and inner light prevail.
And if I fall, they're calling me fake, but when I call, they're falling away
They're criticized for failure but abandoned when seeking support.
Saints and sinners yeah, they're one in the same, the one that you doubted is running the game
Commentary on the duality of people, where those doubted might be the most successful.
I don't get started for money and fame, really tryna get it out of my brain
They're motivated by more than just money or fame.
Had to set it by the part with my pain, trying to find a way to park it & part with it
Struggling to separate oneself from painful experiences and emotions.
I put my life on the line, heh. I put myself on the shelf, heh
Reiteration of risking life and self-sacrifice.
Ain't no more bringing me down, yeh. Y'all ain't concerned with my health, yeh
Continuing to resist negativity and disregard for personal well-being.
And ain't no point in you claiming you king, you can't even conquer yourself, yeh
Rebuking false claims of authority from those unable to control themselves.
I just want heaven on earth, but I pray that I make it through hell
Reiterating the desire for peace amidst challenging circumstances.
I'm praying a lot these days, yeh; I don't be knowing what to say
Continued uncertainty in prayer and expression.
I'm just a dude that's making a move, since nobody told me the case
Acting without clear guidance or direction.
I'm dealing with all of the hate; you know it's a lot of disgrace, heh
Dealing with significant disgrace and negativity.
But devils get out of my way, I got way too much light in my face
Personal positivity overpowering negative influences.
I see the differences; I see my folk on the field and we winning it
Observing differences and success within their community.
No more discussion we brought in the business; I came for the money and left with a mission
Transitioning from mere discussion to action with a purpose.
But sometimes it feels like I'm left with the dishes and sometimes I feel like I'm stuck in this kitchen
Feeling burdened or left with responsibilities.
She not my type; That ain't my taste; Last time I cooked they just threw it away
Disinterest in conforming to others' expectations or tastes.
And I put my life on the line. Why would you snatch it
Questioning why someone would want to harm them.
Can't you see all this is turning me backwards, I'm flipping through pages like I lost a chapter
Feeling disoriented and like they've lost a significant part of their life.
I'm not as Christian as much as I'm rapper; I'm not as party as much as I'm pastor
Describing their identity, balancing their faith and profession.
But I pray for brothers who keeping them clappers but keep it dapper when they out in the pasture. Master
Praying for those involved in violence yet maintaining a composed appearance.
I put my life on the line, I put myself on the shelf
Reiterating the sacrifice and selflessness in their actions.
Ain't no more bringing me down, y'all ain't concerned with my health
Remaining resilient against negativity and disregard for their well-being.
And ain't no point in you claiming you king, you can't even conquer yourself
Challenging false claims of authority from those unable to control themselves.
I just want heaven on earth, aye but I pray that I make it through hell
Reiterating the desire for a peaceful existence amidst hardships.
I'm praying a lot these days, yeah; I don't be knowing what to say
Continued uncertainty in prayer and expression.
I'm just a dude that's making a move, and nobody showed me the way
Acting without clear guidance or direction.
Aye I said, nobody showed me the way. Yeah, but I know I'ma prosper
Despite the lack of guidance, the speaker is confident about their future success.
Yeah, aye - said, I know I'ma prosper, yeah. Said I know I'ma prosper, yeah
Reiterating their confidence in their future prosperity.
(Know I'ma prosper, yeah)
Reinforcing their belief in their future success.
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