It's Life
Unveiling Life's Truths Through Sincerest Don's Verse
Lyrics
This my thug motivation, my standing ovation
Expressing that this is his source of motivation and recognition.
Ted talk's, wit the digi scale while I'm dusting off the mason
Referencing a combination of motivational talks and illegal activities (drug trade).
Tracking label's made us, overnight sensations
Implying that the music industry made them famous rapidly.
You know I say, what they afraid to say
Speaking out what others are afraid to voice.
Middle man a couple plates, on a rainy day
Dealing drugs as an intermediary to survive tough times.
The closer I get, from this shit, my Donny Hathaway
Comparing his journey to the challenges faced by the late singer Donny Hathaway.
And ask my mama
Referring to asking advice or seeking approval from his mother.
Still I stay quiet as kept, and still left with my respect
Maintaining silence despite facing challenges, yet retaining respect.
A couple muffs in the air
Displaying signs of victory or celebration.
Not a blemish on my rep, I told my dawg keep your head high
Advising a friend to stay strong and maintain dignity.
A year and change left
Referring to a short period of time left to resolve a situation.
We gon have his shit set and neck cold as Quebec
Ensuring that someone's situation will be well-handled, comparing a cold neck to Quebec's climate.
Untapped potential over west, simple tеrms, time to invest
Recognizing unexplored potential in the west and advocating for investing time.
Young Nigga told me
Receiving advice from a younger person.
Sin flood it, been praying for еxtra reps
Feeling overwhelmed and praying for more opportunities to improve.
He fresh outta school, loans garnishing his checks
Describing the financial burden of student loans on a recent graduate.
In retrospect, I coulda been there, imma let em catch his breath
Reflecting on missed opportunities but giving space for recovery.
And ion even cruise my side, unless the Dutchman on my left
Only engaging in certain activities when smoking marijuana.
Rap got me more than a familiar face, and to be frank
Acknowledging success but not fully enjoying it due to personal preferences.
It ain't my taste, unless skipping first dates
Enjoying a certain lifestyle involving skipping formalities.
Gettin fed grapes
Describing a luxurious lifestyle of being served and waited on.
Running base, till I get turf toe
Continuing to strive despite potential risks or injuries.
The money good but what it's worth though
Questioning the true value of money and success.
Bad bitch text, she at the front door
Describing an incoming romantic encounter.
I be down
Feeling low or experiencing difficulties.
These are my Cardinal Sins
Referring to personal moral failings or regrets.
Damn, it took a while to get here
Expressing the time taken to achieve success.
The success was emanate
Attributing success to hard work and thanking a higher power.
Thank the good lord for my penmanship
Grateful for the skill of writing (penmanship) that contributed to success.
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