Lyrics
Whats real, lemme tell you about some
Introducing a discussion on real experiences
Things that i've seen
Referring to personal observations
Real life let me tell you
Expressing the reality of life
About somethings that i did
Sharing personal actions and choices
Definition of a real nigga, it's just words
Defining a real person beyond superficial terms
Like tattoos it don't mean shit
Comparing the significance of being real to tattoos
Ride the bus devilish thoughts
Reflecting on dark thoughts while commuting
My peoples possessed
Describing associates influenced by negative forces
Resort to violence as the proper choices
Choosing violence as a response in certain situations
(yea) everytime i walk in the room
Being subjected to judgment upon entering a room
I'm getting stared at i evened glared back
Reacting to stares with defiance
It's ending like death threats
Facing serious threats similar to death
Proud to be from my city, but loosing respect
Proud of the hometown but losing respect
Don't nobody give a fuck about the blacks
Expressing frustration about neglect of the black community
Real shit
Emphasizing the authenticity of the shared experiences
Even blacks even killing off blacks
Highlighting internal conflicts within the black community
Blame it on slavery, but it's the presidents
Blaming the system and leaders for current issues
Fact your losing grip
Pointing out the deterioration of control
They say it's not so bad, why do i complain
Questioning the perception of the situation
Can't drive a dunger or scraper
Discussing racial profiling during transportation
Without getting pulled over
Challenging the fairness of law enforcement
Gotta tie your dreads back
Adjusting appearance to avoid negative reactions
Not to scare people had to soften my voice
Changing behavior to counter stereotypes
The courts think I'm evil
Feeling unfairly judged by the legal system
I could write 10 books
Claiming the ability to share extensive experiences
I can't even wear a hoodie
Facing prejudice for wearing certain clothing
Without getting funny looks like I'm bummy
Encountering judgment based on appearance
Like I'm a joke shit, but nothing funny
Rejecting the notion of being a joke
I love life, and i love people
Expressing love for life and people
But society done showed me
Acknowledging societal influences on perspective
All this black on black violence
Observing and disapproving of black-on-black violence
Everyones is not my homie
Recognizing that not everyone is a trustworthy friend
And most days I'm spending lonely
Experiencing loneliness on most days
Living life as a artist
Living life as an artist and the challenges it brings
And don't matter where u work
Highlighting the vulnerability of any workplace
Work can be a target
Emphasizing that success doesn't erase potential threats
If you love in your heart
Advocating for love as a driving force
No matter where you started
Believing that positive change is possible regardless of the starting point
Dead broke a couple years you could be ballin
Encouraging resilience in the face of financial struggles
It starts from you, change starts from you
Stressing the importance of individual responsibility for change
Supposed to be a leader, just breathe a
Addressing the role of leadership and the need for more black leaders
Emphysema we need more black leaders
Referencing breathing difficulties as a metaphor for leadership challenges
You could be a street soldier
Acknowledging different paths one can take
You could be a poet just give
Encouraging diverse forms of expression, including poetry
The world what you owe it i believe in you
Advocating for contributing positively to the world
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