3 Stripes
Lost Love Stripes: Rich Homie Quan's Poetic Journey
Lyrics
They taking lessons like I’m teaching
Expressing that people are learning from the speaker, who sees himself as a teacher.
No reverend, they swear I’m preaching
Contrast with traditional preaching, suggesting a different, perhaps unconventional, form of guidance.
He bless me every time I need it
Feeling blessed in times of need, implying divine assistance or support.
I swear that I won’t mislead her
Promising not to deceive, suggesting honesty or sincerity in relationships.
I care but she the one who cheated
Admitting care for someone who cheated, expressing a conflicted emotional state.
I was there when she felt unneeded
Highlighting presence during times when the person felt unappreciated or neglected.
Since she wanna act tough I'mma
Responding to someone acting tough with a reference to "Stan Smith," possibly implying a counteraction.
Call you Stan Smith
Referring to the act of calling someone "Stan Smith," indicating a reaction to their behavior.
Gave that ho three stripes just
Comparing the act of giving consequences (three stripes) to the style of Adidas shoes, possibly metaphorical.
Like some high top Adidas
-Gave that ho three stripes just
-Like some shell toe Adidas
-Gave that ho three stripes
-Gave that ho three stripes
-Gave that ho three stripes
-Gave that ho three stripes
-Like a Atlanta pitcher
Extending the metaphor of three stripes to an Atlanta pitcher, suggesting a strong and successful presence.
Three stripes she get
Reiterating the concept of receiving three stripes as a consequence, emphasizing finality.
Three stripes and it's over
-Three stripes like a pitcher
-I'll curveball your ho
Introducing the idea of curving someone's romantic interest using the metaphor of a curveball in baseball.
Three stripes like Stan Smith
Linking the concept of three stripes to Stan Smith again, creating continuity in the narrative.
I don't want no in other words no handout
Expressing a preference for self-achievement rather than relying on others for help.
I’mma get it on my own
Asserting independence and determination to achieve goals without assistance.
Head shot if I want it
Expressing a willingness to take extreme measures (headshot) to achieve objectives.
Smashin on my opponents
Highlighting dominance over opponents through physical confrontation.
She can’t keep her mouth closed
Commenting on a person's inability to keep secrets or maintain discretion.
That girl like "Oooh"
Describing reactions to the speaker's actions with onomatopoeic expressions ("Oooh").
They can hear me say it
-A little louder like "oooh"
-I feel so lost right now (Oooh)
Expressing a sense of confusion or disorientation, making communication difficult.
I can't even talk right now (Oooh)
-Still walking around with it
Asserting continued possession of something valuable (possibly success or wealth).
Still got pounds of midget
-Niggas still smoking mid
-But they don't wanna admit to it
Addressing societal reluctance to admit to certain behaviors due to fear.
Cause they afraid
-I was broke, I remember them days
Reflecting on past financial struggles and affirming personal growth and success.
You can ask anybody, I was getting that cake
-But now I’m lost
Expressing a current state of feeling lost, suggesting emotional confusion or uncertainty.
They taking lessons like I’m teaching
Repetition of earlier themes, reinforcing the narrative and emotions expressed.
No reverend, they swear I’m preaching
-He bless me every time I need it
-I swear that I won’t mislead her
-I care but she the one who cheated
-I was there when she felt unneeded
-Since she wanna act tough I'mma
-Call you Stan Smith
Reiteration of consequences (three stripes) using the metaphor of Atlanta pitcher, emphasizing the impact.
Gave that ho three stripes just
-Like some high top Adidas
-Gave that ho three stripes just
-Like some shell toe Adidas
-Gave that ho three stripes
-Gave that ho three stripes
-Gave that ho three stripes
-Gave that ho three stripes
-Like a Atlanta pitcher
Concluding the metaphorical connection to an Atlanta pitcher, solidifying the speaker's powerful presence.
I feel so lost right now
Repeating the sentiment of feeling lost and unable to communicate effectively.
I can’t even talk right now
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