Lyrics
And girl you got me
Expresses that the girl has a strong effect on the speaker.
Fallin, Fallin, Fallin
Repetition emphasizes the feeling of falling, possibly in love or emotional vulnerability.
But I was busy
Indicates the speaker was occupied with success, possibly in a materialistic or professional sense.
Ballin, Ballin, Ballin
Similar to line 2, highlighting the tension between emotional vulnerability and a focus on material success.
And girl you got me
Reiterates the impact the girl has on the speaker.
Fallin, Fallin, Fallin
Continues the theme of falling, suggesting a struggle with emotions.
But I was busy
Echoes line 3, underscoring the conflict between emotions and material pursuits.
Ballin, Ballin, Ballin
Repeats the tension expressed in line 4, emphasizing the dichotomy between emotional vulnerability and material success.
She told me that she born outta love
Describes the girl's origin, possibly emphasizing a more genuine or love-driven background.
I was born outta survival
Contrasts the speaker's birth, indicating a tough or survival-oriented upbringing.
Trenches baby we ain't really grow up with no idols nah
Highlights a challenging environment and a lack of role models during the speaker's upbringing.
My mama she was down, clenching to her Bible
Reveals the speaker's mother holding onto faith during difficult times.
If my pockets getting lighter, I'm inciting violence
Suggests a willingness to resort to violence if financial difficulties arise.
She don't understand these fears that I smoke away
Expresses a lack of understanding from the girl about the speaker's coping mechanism, likely referring to substance use.
She don't understand these tears that don't go away
Addresses the girl's misunderstanding of the speaker's emotional struggles.
17 and gunned down, that's a normal day
Describes a grim reality of violence, indicating it's a regular occurrence.
We still waiting up for Sean, he couldn't beat the case
Refers to waiting for someone named Sean, possibly facing legal issues.
CNN think we thugs, I paved a better way
Mentions the speaker's effort to overcome stereotypes portrayed by media outlets.
CNN a go and judge and blame my mental state
Reflects on media judgment regarding mental state, suggesting societal misconceptions.
Maybe if we got some love we wouldn't be this way
Suggests that love could potentially alleviate the struggles faced by the speaker.
Maybe if we off these drugs, it'll go away
Implies that abstaining from drugs might be a solution to the challenges.
Maybe if we off these drugs
Reiterates the idea of quitting drugs to improve the situation.
It'll take some of the anxiety and pain away
Suggests that giving up drugs could relieve anxiety and pain.
Maybe Cole was right, maybe we should mediate
References J. Cole, proposing the idea of meditation as a potential remedy.
But what is meditation, when they know they bills is late
Raises skepticism about meditation's effectiveness when facing financial struggles.
Everybody sit up high, when they pockets straight
Addresses social disparities, where wealthier individuals seem to have fewer worries.
Everyday is do or die, unless yo table made
Expresses a sense of urgency and the constant pressure to succeed.
Silver spoon goons, I'm the one to make yo matrix break
Describes the speaker as someone breaking societal norms and expectations.
King of taking lemons and making the sweetest lemonade
Portrays the speaker as resilient and capable of turning challenges into opportunities.
And girl you got me
Repeats the impact of the girl on the speaker, emphasizing the emotional struggle.
Fallin, Fallin, Fallin
Reiterates the theme of falling, underscoring the emotional turmoil.
But I was busy
Repeats the idea of being busy with material success, creating a conflict.
Ballin, Ballin, Ballin
Reflects the ongoing tension between emotional vulnerability and material pursuits.
And girl you got me
Echoes the impact of the girl on the speaker's emotional state.
Fallin, Fallin, Fallin
Reiterates the theme of falling, emphasizing emotional struggles.
But I was busy
Repeats the conflict between emotional vulnerability and material success.
Ballin, Ballin, Ballin
Echoes the tension expressed in line 4, emphasizing the dichotomy between emotional vulnerability and material success.
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