Don't Play Yourself
Journey Through Struggles: Terry Presume's Wisdom in 'Don't Play Yourself'
Lyrics
Just donít play yo self
Caution against self-deception or making foolish decisions.
I know youíve seen it all oh well
Acknowledgment of witnessing various experiences without concern.
I heard that you been through,
Acknowledgment of hearing about the challenges and hardships someone has faced.
Been through hell
Reference to going through a difficult and trying time.
But just donít play yo self
Reiteration of the warning not to deceive oneself.
Outer space, that boy been so far away
Metaphorical reference to being distant or disconnected.
Ainít seen you since graduation
Mention of not seeing someone since graduation.
Thatís right you ainít graduate
Confirmation that the person did not graduate.
Life wonít let you levitate -> better
Encouragement to rise above life's challenges and difficulties.
Learn how to fly with these ankle weights
Symbolic advice to learn and progress despite obstacles.
Iím about to detonate,
Expression of readiness to explode or take action.
Everybody say they woke but they ainít awake
Critique of people claiming awareness without genuine understanding.
Been a couple years since I caught a case had a girl back home back in golden gate
Reflection on a past legal issue and a relationship in Golden Gate.
but I ainít goiNg back to Cali nor To F-L-A
Decision not to return to California or Florida.
They be in and out of consciousness all damn day
Observation of people being in a state of unawareness.
Every half a year I gotta relocate
Mention of regular relocations, perhaps due to a transient lifestyle.
I gotta give you space, to keep cool and keep it cordial this isnít normal
Recognition of the need for personal space in unconventional circumstances.
Well neither is the kid
Acknowledgment that the speaker is also unconventional or atypical.
If you gon jump the fence it is just what it is but uh
Acceptance of the consequences of making bold choices.
Just donít play yo self
Reiteration of the warning not to deceive oneself.
I know youíve seen it all oh well
Acknowledgment of witnessing various experiences without concern.
I heard that you been through,
Acknowledgment of hearing about the challenges and hardships someone has faced.
Been through hell
Reference to going through a difficult and trying time.
But just donít play yo self
Reiteration of the warning not to deceive oneself.
Golden gate
Reference to a location, possibly a significant place in the past.
Young nigga kick push to yo place
Description of using alternative means of transportation to reach a destination.
Told me that yo mama be home by eight,but these days we do not communicate
Communication breakdown in a relationship, with a lack of interaction.
I wonder what you doing in this heavy moment ->when you know ->every word cause yours you own it & you know we from they city where you vibe you zonin,better keep it to your self or itís out and open, my skin is glowin, my squad is glowin my city glowin, shoulda really held me down cause Iím floatin
Reflection on the city's culture and the importance of discretion.
Wanted you to be here but thatís hoping
Expressing desire for someone's presence while acknowledging uncertainty.
She let go exhale Iím smoking
Letting go and finding solace in smoking, possibly to cope with challenges.
I know, it gets hard but you must go hard go just play yo part
Encouragement to face difficulties with determination and effort.
if they depart then lettem part
If relationships end, allow them to end without resistance.
pump the car push the start trust ya heart
Metaphorically starting a journey, trusting one's instincts.
I guarantee youíll make it far but still
Assurance that persistence will lead to success.
Just donít play yo self
Caution against self-deception or making foolish decisions.
I know youíve seen it all oh well
Acknowledgment of witnessing various experiences without concern.
I heard that you been through,
Acknowledgment of hearing about the challenges and hardships someone has faced.
Been through hell
Reference to going through a difficult and trying time.
But just donít play yo self
Reiteration of the warning not to deceive oneself.
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