Lyrics
Oh, oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh (southside, southside)
Expression of emotion, possibly reflecting a sense of nostalgia or contemplation.
Ayy, been here so long
Reflecting on a prolonged period of time spent in a particular place or situation.
Oh, oh-oh, oh
Continuation of emotional expression from line 1.
Ayy, yeah, yeah
Acknowledgment or agreement, affirming the previous lines.
I'm in the Southside for days, I ain't tryna show face
Being in the Southside for an extended period, avoiding public appearance.
I'm known around my block, everybody my name
Recognition of local fame, where everyone knows the artist's name.
I see them tryna hang 'round, after I got the fame
Observation of people trying to associate after achieving fame.
Old friends turns fake, girlfriend turn ex
Reflection on changing relationships with old friends and a past girlfriend.
I been goin' through a lot, tell me how it's gonna change?
Questioning how life will change despite facing challenges.
My momma left Driftwood so I was raised in the Bay's
Personal background - raised in Driftwood, influenced by Bay Area culture.
My dad used to sell rock, momma found out I used to sell weed
Details about the artist's parents, with a mention of selling drugs.
Football star on the front page, momma walks out, walks with a cane
Various life events, including football success and family struggles.
Fibromyalgia, a nigga got pain, yeah
Revealing a health condition (fibromyalgia) causing pain.
My niggas really be trappin' in rain, yeah
Acknowledging friends engaged in risky activities during difficult times.
Could've had a daughter if I told her, "Keep it"
Reflecting on a potential life-changing decision regarding parenthood.
I am not a monster but I wanna be that
Expressing a desire for a transformative identity without being a negative influence.
I'm blowin' gas out the window
Engaging in recreational drug use, symbolized by "blowin' gas out the window."
Look at this life that I've been through
Reflecting on the challenging life experiences that have shaped the artist.
If it's on sight then it's one call
Emphasizing the readiness to take action when confronted.
Only one life, we're all one of one
Philosophical reflection on the uniqueness of each individual's life.
Yeah
Transition to a new thought or aspect of the narrative.
I buss the Rollie down all on my own
Achievement of personal success, possibly referencing a luxury watch (Rollie).
I worked to make a life for my own
Personal effort to create a better life independently.
I'ma make sure that I fight for all my own
Determination to fight for the well-being of loved ones.
So they don't gotta live a life like my own
Commitment to ensuring others don't experience the artist's challenging life.
I used to sleep with a mattress on the floor
Recollection of humble beginnings, sleeping on a mattress on the floor.
My mother gettin' beat on the basement wall
Reference to a difficult family situation, possibly domestic violence.
I watched her cry for weeks, try to keep it strong
Witnessing and empathizing with a mother's emotional struggle.
Tryna get her somewhere else to live so I missed her calls
Efforts to improve the living situation and missing important calls.
I'm tellin' my aunts and friends, "Rest in peace", no, I'm not alone
Remembering and honoring deceased relatives and friends.
And, no, I can't let you hang next to me, your mind is not involved
Choosing associates based on their mental engagement and compatibility.
Used to pop Xans, molly and ecstasy but now I'm off it all
Personal growth and moving away from substance abuse.
I'm gettin' wiser, turnin' twenty-three, just look at what I've done
Acknowledging personal development and maturity at the age of twenty-three.
I'm blowin' gas out the window
Reiteration of recreational drug use, possibly as a coping mechanism.
Look at this life that I've been through
Reflecting on the artist's life experiences and the journey endured.
If it's on sight then it's one call
Reemphasizing readiness for confrontation when necessary.
Only one life, we're all one of one
Philosophical reflection on the uniqueness of individual lives.
I'm blowin' gas out the window
Repetition of drug use as a recreational activity.
Look at this life that I've been through
Continued reflection on life experiences and personal growth.
If it's on sight then it's one call
Reiteration of readiness for confrontation when needed.
Only one life, we're all one of one
Reemphasis on the uniqueness of each individual's life.
One of one
Assertion of individuality, possibly emphasizing being one of a kind.
One of one
Repetition and emphasis on the idea of being one of a kind.
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