Survival

Survival Instincts: Upchurch's Unapologetic Journey
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Lyrics

Some see me as a villain

Some perceive me negatively, like a villain.

Others see me as an idol

Others view me positively, like an idol.

In denial 'cause I'm poppin' every

Despite success, there is denial, possibly due to criticism.

Time I got on vinyl

Highlighting achievements, being recognized even on vinyl.

Don't speak my name if you can't sleep

Don't mention my name if you can't handle the consequences.

At the thought of my reprisal

Emphasizing the fear and impact of retaliation.

It's a cycle, I act tribal at a rival

Referring to tribal instincts when facing rivals.

My only thought is survival

Emphasizing the primary focus on survival.

My only thought is survival

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My only thought is survival

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If you try to take what I made

Promising retaliation and consequences for those who attack.

I'ma take everything you got

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If you throwin' dirt on my name

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My shovel gon' dig that plot

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And I've been pushed to the limit

Expressing frustration and anger, destructive behavior.

To the point where I'm livid

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Destroyin' the house where

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I'm currently livin'

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And smashin' my cars like

Metaphorical transformation with medieval and horn imagery.

I'm Whistlin' Diesel

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My head growin' horns like

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I'm turnin' medieval

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And the crazy thing is, I ain't gon' lie

Admitting a liking to the altered mindset, mentioning a hip-hop supply kit.

I kinda like it (I do)

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It's makin' my mind a dangerous place

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And in the very back's a hip-hop supply kit

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Medicated maniac

Describing a medicated maniac persona hijacking haters' thoughts.

Hijackin' every single hater's thinkin' cap

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They beggin' for it back to sing or rap

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And I don't even own a platinum plaque

Highlighting success without owning a platinum plaque.

Now how is that?

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Some see me as a villain

Reiteration of the dual perception and focus on survival.

Others see me as an idol

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In denial 'cause I'm poppin' every

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Time I got on vinyl

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Don't speak my name if you can't sleep

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At the thought of my reprisal

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It's a cycle, I act tribal at a rival

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My only thought is survival

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My only thought is survival

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My only thought is survival

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I've been picked on, but not picked off

Having faced challenges but not defeated.

Their ears broke and their eyes fogged

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Every bullet, every one dodged

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And some don't get a respond

Not responding to every provocation.

A diss from me make a broke ass

Turning adversity into success with new fans and achievements.

Of a new bitch in a new car

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With some new fans and some big numbers

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Yeah, so big, you'll need a fenced yard

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I got enemies wantin' to be defeated

Enemies seeking defeat, turning losses into wins.

A L for me's a dub when

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You stuck with your wheels spinnin'

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They honestly still clingin'

Ignoring attempts to reconnect after success.

My DM from them ringin'

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But my coat don't have a seat for

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Your ass 'cause I done kicked it

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Got feces on my DCs from MCs with lip rings

Criticizing other artists' weak performances.

Shit beats claimin' their shit beats

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Really that shit weak

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I could do better even if I had

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A shit week recording at shit's creek

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It's impossible for a possum to

Using metaphors to convey overcoming challenges and fear.

Take a road across it

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Make it to the other side

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If you're scared of a motorcycle

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My motor gets cycled

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Fuckin' blew up, still got low miles

Despite challenges, still relatively unscathed.


Some see me as a villain

Reiteration of perception, denial, and survival focus.

Others see me as an idol

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In denial 'cause I'm poppin' every

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Time I got on vinyl

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Don't speak my name if you can't sleep

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At the thought of my reprisal

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It's a cycle, I act tribal at a rival

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My only thought is survival

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(My only thought is survival)

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My only thought is survival

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(My only thought is survival)

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My only thought is survival

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What up, Stone? Ayy

A brief mention of a musical collaboration for beat-making.

I'm just sendin' you this

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For beat makin' purposes, alright?

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Hey, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh

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Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh brrt, brrt

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The lyrics of this song contain explicit content.
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