Virginia Sin
Rising from the Stove: Unveiling Cardinal Sins in Virginia Sin
Lyrics
Guess it's like my bubba chuck 01 season
Reflecting on a past season, akin to a basketball player's performance, possibly referring to Allen Iverson (Bubba Chuck).
Left hand wrist cooking Like I played up Artesia
Describing skilled wrist movements like a basketball player from Artesia, suggesting expertise or success in a different field.
Young Jesus, with a Puerto Rican
Identifying with a youthful, influential figure (Young Jesus) and cultural background (Puerto Rican).
Forgive me lord
Expressing remorse and seeking forgiveness from a higher power.
For them times I prayed that white man could jump
Regretting past desires for racial stereotypes, referencing the movie "White Men Can't Jump."
Like Billy Hoite, null & void, unless ya cash is king
Emphasizing the importance of money (cash is king) and potential futility without it.
Said the ungracious queen, her next nigga work cut out
Quoting an ungracious queen, suggesting challenges in relationships and high expectations for the next partner.
Make sure her bags Celine, I really rose from up behind the stove, that spot you never Cleaned
Recalling a rise from humble origins, indicating success from an unconventional path.
And gave my all in both sports bo knows my legacy
Highlighting dedication to both sports, possibly a reference to Bo Jackson, showcasing a strong legacy.
Looking through pics, of old friends who since have turned foe
Reflecting on past friendships turned sour, reviewing pictures and memories.
No reaching out, cus 10/1 I always kept a firm hold
Choosing not to reconnect with former friends, emphasizing a firm hold on one's principles.
Hailing from where you lit the blunts on a gas stove
Describing a challenging upbringing in a neighborhood where drug use was common (gas stove).
And trapped the pain away, until the rap sold, my hood love me matter fact, I'm like the Backbone
Using music and success in rap to overcome pain and gain love and respect in the community.
Gill Scott heron with a trap phone
Comparing oneself to Gill Scott Heron, a musician with social commentary, using a trap phone for communication.
That kept a Marion Jones to run em back home
Referencing Marion Jones, an athlete, to symbolize the ability to succeed and overcome obstacles.
Then put him on outside then call it black owned
Empowering the community by putting them "on" and promoting black ownership.
Like I said quiet as kept
Reiterating a quiet success, achieving a lot without making much noise.
Did everything under the sun
Acknowledging a diverse range of experiences and actions throughout life.
These are my cardinal sins
Referring to significant moral transgressions, possibly fundamental mistakes in life.
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