Lyrics
It's gon' be alright, it's gon' be alright
Reassurance and optimism, expressing confidence that everything will be okay.
And where do you go when you lost all hope
Raising a question about where one turns when they have lost all hope.
And you wanderin' off to the dark side? (Dark side)
Wondering about the choices made when feeling hopeless, possibly exploring darker paths.
It's gon' be alright, it's gon' be alright
Repetition of the theme of reassurance and optimism.
And where do you go when you lost all hope
Pondering where to find solace when hope is lost, possibly dealing with inner struggles.
And you wanderin' off to the dark side? (Dark side)
Repeating the question about the direction taken when faced with hopelessness.
Cold nights on the block, so quiet you can hear a pen drop
Describing quiet, tense nights on the block with potential danger.
Retaliation every time that fourth gen' pop
Retaliation in response to actions, possibly involving violence.
That glizzy barrel smokin', left his skin hot
Depicting a situation where a gun is fired, causing harm.
Old heads been in it, they done seen the third gen' drop
Referencing experienced individuals witnessing the consequences of violence.
Hereditary hate, we been in this for years
Exploring the notion of inherited hatred and longstanding conflicts.
When a father have a son, he just give it to his
Suggesting the passing down of negative traits or situations from generation to generation.
Designer stitched with a bullseye, that's just how we live
Describing a lifestyle marked by danger, as symbolized by a bullseye on designer clothes.
Put our life on the line 'til we ain't got one to give
Highlighting the willingness to risk one's life until there's nothing left to give.
It's gon' be alright, it's gon' be alright
Reiteration of the optimistic message, emphasizing that things will be okay.
And where do you go when you lost all hope
Repeating the question about where to find hope when it seems lost.
And you wanderin' off to the dark side? (Dark side)
Exploring the idea of venturing into dark aspects of life during moments of despair.
It's gon' be alright, it's gon' be alright
Reassurance that, ultimately, everything will be alright.
And where do you go when you lost all hope
Pondering where to seek hope when it feels absent.
And you wanderin' off to the dark side? (Dark side)
Reiteration of the exploration of dark paths during times of hopelessness.
Tell me, what's a vet' to a G.O.A.T.? Let that settle in
Raising a question about the significance of a veteran compared to a "G.O.A.T." (Greatest of All Time).
I can't try to take advice from rappers that I'm better than
Expressing reluctance to take advice from individuals perceived as inferior.
Won't attach to gimmicks so our drama just for relevance
Rejecting involvement in artificial situations for the sake of attention.
Street nigga with class, I'm a gangster, but I'm elegant
Claiming a combination of street credibility and sophistication.
Catchin' rich vibes, hopin' I become a better man
Aspiring to positive transformation and personal growth.
Turn up on these haters, they can't take me out my element
Asserting resilience against negativity and challenges to one's character.
When you tried to play me, you insulted my intelligence
Reflecting on a situation where betrayal occurred, impacting one's intelligence.
Found out you the devil, had me thinkin' you was Heaven-sent
Discovering the true nature of someone, realizing they are deceptive.
I know I'm not perfect, got a closet full of skeletons
Acknowledging personal imperfections and a history of hidden mistakes.
He stuck in his ways but hate the taste of his own medicine
Describing a person stuck in their ways but disliking the consequences of their actions.
I took guns to school, that Smith & Wesson in my Letterman
Recalling a past of carrying weapons, specifically a Smith & Wesson, during school days.
City full of murders, cops can't luck up on no evidence
Commenting on a community with frequent murders and challenges in solving crimes.
Bunch of cold cases on my block, shit is treacherous
Highlighting unsolved cases in the neighborhood, emphasizing danger.
TTG a family, I'm gangin' with my brethren
Expressing loyalty and kinship within a group, emphasizing family bonds.
Posted on the corner, duckin' jakes, narcotic peddlin'
Describing a life on the street, evading law enforcement while dealing with drugs.
Dope boy swag, but I'm no longer dealin' heroin
Transitioning from a drug-dealing lifestyle but maintaining a distinctive swagger.
It's gon' be alright, it's gon' be alright
Reassuring that, despite challenges, everything will ultimately be alright.
And where do you go when you lost all hope
Posing the question again about finding hope when it seems lost.
And you wanderin' off to the dark side? (Dark side)
Revisiting the theme of exploring dark paths during moments of despair.
It's gon' be alright, it's gon' be alright
Reiteration of the optimistic message, emphasizing that things will be okay.
And where do you go when you lost all hope
Pondering where to find hope when it feels absent.
And you wanderin' off to the dark side? (Dark side)
Repeating the exploration of dark paths during times of hopelessness.</
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