Jacksonville History Show
Journey Through Jacksonville's Shadows
Lyrics
I'm southbound from downtown to Town Center
I'm traveling from downtown to Town Center.
This traffic's killing gas
Heavy traffic is causing fuel consumption.
But that's the way it is
Accepting the reality of the situation.
Welcome to Jax, my nigga
Welcome to Jacksonville.
Tell the truth and watch your step
Be honest and cautious.
Or be the latest case on the news
Speaking about the dangers of the environment, where speaking the truth can lead to trouble.
Another day, another body unfound
Highlighting the prevalence of crime and violence.
Stayed up round them parts, the chalk marked the hot ground
Refers to crime scenes marked with chalk.
My neighbors had the block hot 'til SWAT had knocked the door down
Neighborhood under scrutiny by law enforcement.
Moved up out the way 'cause we afraid for our lives
Relocating due to fear for personal safety.
New location, same anxious feeling
Despite moving, the feeling of anxiety persists.
Shake when I drive
Expressing physical and emotional unease while driving.
Left Paxon 'cause I couldn't stop sleeping in class
Left school (Paxon) due to difficulties concentrating.
Turned 16, I'm absentee, I'm packing a geeb
At 16, involved in absenteeism and carrying a weapon.
I'm 19 still the same
At 19, still facing challenges without significant change.
It's no pain or no gain
Emphasizing the need for struggle to achieve success.
From no propane stains
Referring to overcoming difficulties without external help.
Cruise Atlantic with the Dutch in hand
Driving on Atlantic Boulevard with marijuana in hand.
My feet tied tandem while I'm dancing with these phantoms
Metaphorically dancing with challenges.
And the panoramic view from purgatory on the camera
Describing a challenging view from a difficult situation.
I stand slanted, stand out from the crowd
Standing out from the crowd with a unique perspective.
Don't stand a chance 'less I escape from this town
Feeling the need to escape from the current environment.
I still got love for my city
Despite challenges, maintaining love for the city.
Equip the lift I been titan, been Midas, been Atlas with the grip
Feeling powerful and in control despite difficulties.
When I'm rich I gotta bench the whole planet and dip
Planning to use wealth to influence and change surroundings.
Just had my spinach in spliff
Recently gained strength or confidence.
Ostentatious on aux
Showy on the music scene.
And off wax i'm calm thoughtful
Calm and thoughtful when not performing.
Not a sinister kid
Not inherently evil, just involved in the business of selling rhymes.
I just sell rhymes like nickels
Comparing selling rhymes to selling nickels, highlighting the commercial nature.
That's some despicable shit!
Criticizing the nature of selling artistic creations.
I mix salt within the Kool-Aid pitcher and made it bitter
Mixing negativity with positivity, creating bitterness.
Can't catch it like a 6-holed mitt
Referring to a difficult-to-grasp situation or concept.
Wrists slit perpendicular
Expressing pain or struggle metaphorically.
Drip hits the ground i'm quick to quip the swiffer
Reacting swiftly to difficult situations.
Swiftly switch the rhyme scheme
Rapidly changing the style of expression.
Iambic word rifle
Using words as a powerful tool.
Paid the pied piper to snipe ya
Metaphorically hiring someone to harm others.
You asked Casper nicely to write ya
Suggesting seeking help from a friendly ghost to write.
Player 2 choose ya firefighter
Choosing a partner who can handle challenging situations.
In dire need of a hydrant, nigga!
In urgent need of assistance or relief.
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