Lyrics
I'm outside and I'm running out of time
The singer feels a sense of urgency and pressure as time is running out.
Guided by the moon and the stars
The singer is guided by celestial bodies like the moon and stars, implying a sense of destiny or purpose.
Made a promise in the future I would shine
A commitment to future success is made by the singer, with the promise to shine brightly.
So I'm spending every present in the dark
The present is being sacrificed or used up in the pursuit of the future goal, possibly in challenging circumstances.
Present in the dark
Repetition emphasizes the theme of being present in the dark, suggesting challenges and obstacles.
Present in the dark
-Present in the dark
-Present in the dark
-Being an artist is only pretty when I step on stage
The glamour of being an artist is highlighted, particularly when on stage and receiving acclaim.
When the people praise your name and trine see your face
The fleeting nature of public admiration is contrasted with the introspective moments after a performance.
But when the show is done I'm flashing back to sunny days
Memories of carefree times with friends contrast with the pressures of fame.
With my buddies jumping wild into philosophies
Revisiting moments of carefree camaraderie, possibly involving recreational drug use.
Puffing passing Mary J
-Integretic to the sky
Imagery of a heated environment but a cool state of mind, hinting at a meditative or contemplative state.
Surroundings heated like a sauna
-But we chilling in the mind
-We ain't sleeping we just dreaming
The group engages in deep conversations about existence, space, and inner being during recreational activities.
Conversations about space
-We is being inner beings while we zip and wake and bake
-While we trip and split the cake
Referencing drug use and music, possibly as a means of elevation or escape.
Elevations from the couch while
-Bumping Em and Dr. Dre
-We the opposite of slaves
The group, though facing challenges, manages to break free and enter a realm of spiritual growth.
Still somehow we ran away
-Into adolescent dome where every spirit is en caved
-I'm outside and I'm running out of time
Reiteration of the theme of running out of time and the commitment to shine in the future.
Guided by the moon and the stars
-Made a promise in the future I would shine
-So I'm spending every present in the dark
-Present in the dark
Repetition emphasizing the continued struggle or challenges in the present.
Present in the dark
-Present in the dark
-Kill them with kindness
Encouragement to be kind and patient, with a belief that doors will open without resorting to provocation.
Feeling like Isis
-Treat them like Tyson
-Keep being nice
-And they will be nice back
-The doors gonna open
-If I quit the provoking
-Take a look at the Kendrick the Cudi's and Cole's and
Referencing successful artists like Kendrick Lamar, Kid Cudi, and J. Cole as examples of achieving greatness.
You can see that they golden
-When I look around in my city
Observation of individuals with negative attitudes, opting for a focus on gratitude instead of criticism.
I see beginners who carrying attitudes
-I'm not gonna name any names
-Cause I'd rather be focused on gratitude
-I know if I wanna be king being humble is really required
The importance of humility for achieving greatness and asserting the singer's own worth.
So when I say I'm the GOAT I can prove why Mayvision is higher
-Don't get it twisted like a bitch
Addressing misunderstandings about the singer's character, emphasizing integrity despite flaws.
My integrity does not
-Take away the fact that I'm a glitch
-Remember slaying open mics
Recollection of past struggles, possibly financial, while pursuing a career in music.
In a diaper while it's freezing in the night
-You should perform for I do
Advice given but not heeded, leading to regretful situations for others.
Was my advice but you didn't listen
-So now you're sitting
Imagery of someone hesitating in a cafe, afraid to take risks or face challenges.
Inside of the café scared of the bar
-Because it's way way too far
-I'm outside and I'm running out of time
Reiteration of the urgency of time running out and the commitment to shine in the future.
Guided by the moon and the stars
-Made a promise in the future I would shine
-So I'm spending every present in the dark
-Present in the dark
Repetition emphasizing the continued struggle or challenges in the present.
Present in the dark
-Present in the dark
-Present in the dark
Reiteration of the theme of being present in the dark, possibly symbolizing difficulties or challenges.
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