Lyrics
Got my back against the ropes
Feeling pressured or in a challenging situation.
Am I right or wrong?
Uncertain about being right or wrong.
I don't know
Expressing a lack of clarity or certainty.
But I know we too far on this road to look back
Committed to a path with no intention of turning back.
Can't look back, nah
Emphasizing the determination to move forward, not dwelling on the past.
I can't let up on the gas, nah
Intending to maintain a high level of effort and commitment.
While they hoping Ima crash
Aware of external skepticism or negativity.
I could lose if I relax, dawg
Acknowledging the risk of failure if not consistently focused.
So what they got to say about the man in the arena?
Pondering the opinions and judgments about oneself.
Everybody talking but I'm trying not to hear 'em
Trying to avoid being influenced by others' opinions.
Voices in my head I swear they keep on getting clearer
Struggling with conflicting thoughts or inner voices.
All this back and forth feel like I'm playing with Serena
Experiencing a back-and-forth struggle reminiscent of playing with Serena Williams.
Tell me what's the deal, since you know the deal
Seeking an explanation or understanding of a situation.
Don't ask me how I feel, you know how I feel
Resisting inquiries about personal feelings, asserting that they are already known.
I'll let you say your part, but let's keep it real
Encouraging honesty in communication and discussion.
If I listened to you would I be here still?
Questioning whether following others' advice would lead to the current situation.
Ask Yourself
Encouraging self-reflection.
What else can I do? I been at it all week
Pondering how much of the truth is revealed to others.
How you know the truth? This just what I let you see
Questioning one's identity in the eyes of others.
Who am I to you? Cause it's definitely not me
Feeling a disconnection between self-perception and others' perceptions.
I'm ashamed of all my worst days
Expressing regret or embarrassment about past actions.
Took a couple shrooms and fought my demons for my birthday
Sharing a personal experience with psychedelics and self-discovery.
Where were all of you when I was grinding putting work in?
Reflecting on the lack of support during challenging times.
Sitting in this room the only time when it feels worth it
Finding solace or purpose in a specific activity or place.
Swear this s**t is perfect till I
Recognizing the imperfections in life, despite appearances.
Got my back against the ropes
Reiterating the sense of being under pressure or in a difficult situation.
Am I right or wrong?
Questioning the correctness of the current path.
I don't know
Expressing uncertainty about the situation.
But I know we too far on this road to look back
Reaffirming the commitment to the chosen path, regardless of challenges.
Can't look back, nah
Stressing the importance of not dwelling on the past.
I can't let up on the gas, nah
Emphasizing the need to maintain effort and momentum.
While they hoping Ima crash
Being aware of external doubts or hopes for failure.
I could lose if I relax, dawg
Recognizing the risk of failure if relaxation occurs.
So what they got to say about the man in the arena?
Prompting a reflection on others' opinions about the individual in the challenging situation.
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