Down So Long

Rising from the Depths: Young Go's Tale of Struggle and Triumph
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Lyrics

Ive been down so long wonder when its my time

I've experienced hardship for a long time and wonder when my fortune will change.

At the top feel like in the real life

Being at the top feels like real life, possibly contrasting with the struggles mentioned.

Been thuggin so long when its bout to go good

After enduring thug life for a while, when things are about to improve, it doesn't feel right.

For a nigga somehow it dont feel right

Despite positive changes, it doesn't feel right for the narrator.

I was raised by the hood i can see right through fake shit yall niggas aint built like

Having been raised in a challenging environment, the narrator can easily discern fake behavior.

Ive been down so long wonder when its my time

Reiteration of the longing for positive change and questioning when it will happen.

At the top feel like in the real life

Similar to line 2, expressing the surreal feeling of being at the top.

Supermax wayside mainline pressure niggas askin where you from ima bang mine extra

Reference to prison settings and pressure; the narrator asserts their identity and loyalty.

Look im from da the set bitch i gotta perform

Expressing a need to perform and represent the set (gang or community).

Pack me out the homies got your homie inside of they dorm

The narrator is taken out by friends, possibly from prison, and placed in a dormitory.

Stressy j cause my bitch she aint writtin no more

Feeling stressed because his romantic partner isn't writing to him.

And my other lil thang she aint ridin no more

Another romantic partner is no longer supportive or loyal.

Top of that my family done they aint tryin no more

Family members have given up, not trying anymore.

Next enemy come in dis bitch ima finna fight him for sure

Ready to fight any new enemy entering the scene.

Thats when they send me to the hollie oh

Reference to being sent to a place called "the hollie," possibly prison or a challenging situation.

Eatin juke balls on my cee day my nigga that shit was lonely though

Recalling a lonely experience, possibly on a birthday (cee day) in prison.

To the top where i can only go did a few things for a few niggas you dont owe me though

Having achieved a certain level, but emphasizing that he doesn't expect anything in return.

Good nigga i got mine comin

The narrator is confident that good things are coming his way.

And tell the labels like this bitch i aint finna sign nothin

Rejecting offers from record labels, indicating independence.

This for my niggas outside thuggin the world bigger than the set

Encouraging others in difficult situations to find alternative sources of income.

My nigga get you a side hustle you aint really gang banging wit no eye busters

Advising against engaging in gang activities without a backup plan.

Oh scary ass niggas i dont like busters

Expressing dislike for fearful individuals.

If you really love your homie would you slide for him

Pondering the depth of friendship and loyalty.

And its long live da guys in da sky thuggin

Paying tribute to deceased friends who lived a thug life.

Even if im getting some change the pain permanent

Even with financial improvements, the emotional pain remains.

Got a better living conditions and change furnishes

Enjoying better living conditions but recognizing that material change doesn't erase pain.

If it aint about building up i aint concerned wit it

The narrator is only interested in matters that contribute to building a better future.

Been down so long wonder when its my turn wit it

Reiteration of the long struggle and the anticipation of a positive change.

Ive been down so long wonder when its my time

Repeating the theme of wondering when the narrator's time for success will come.

At the top feel like in the real life

Feeling surreal at the top, echoing the sentiment from lines 2 and 7.

Been thuggin so long when its bout to go good

Similar to line 3, expressing unease when things are about to go well.

For a nigga somehow it dont feel right

Despite positive changes, there's an underlying discomfort.

I was raised by the hood i can see right through fake shit yall niggas aint built like

Reaffirming the ability to see through fake behavior due to a tough upbringing.

Ive been down so long wonder when its my time

Repeating the theme of enduring tough times and questioning when things will improve.

At the top feel like in the real life

Similar to lines 2 and 7, expressing a surreal feeling at the top.

Ive been down so long wonder when its my time

Reiteration of the prolonged struggle and the anticipation of positive change.

At the top feel like in the real life

Similar to lines 2, 7, and 35, feeling surreal at the top.

Been thuggin so long when its bout to go good

Similar to lines 3 and 31, expressing discomfort when things are about to go well.

For a nigga somehow it dont feel right

Despite positive changes, there's an ongoing sense of unease.

I was raised by the hood i can see right through fake shit yall niggas aint built like

Reaffirming the ability to see through fake behavior due to a tough upbringing.

Ive been down so long wonder when its my time

Repeating the theme of enduring tough times and questioning when things will improve.

At the top feel like in the real life

Similar to lines 2, 7, 35, and 37, feeling surreal at

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