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I'm like five hours in this jawn
Expressing the duration spent in a situation or place.
I got a lot on my mind
Feeling burdened with numerous thoughts and concerns.
Yeah
An affirmation or agreement with the previous statement.
I help 'em when I'm down, but really who's gonna look out for me?
Supporting others in difficult times while feeling neglected and questioning who will support oneself.
And I don't care to meet no new people, who know what they'll do to me
Reluctance to engage with new individuals due to fear of potential harm or negative impact.
Your friends ain't my friends, so I don't know why they think they cool with me
Clarification about differing social circles and questioning the assumption of closeness.
But please don't get it twisted, 'cause I'm all about the unity
Despite the above, emphasizing a commitment to unity.
Seen so much, been through so much
Having experienced and overcome various challenging situations.
Had to do this on our own, they wouldn't dare show us
Independence due to lack of external support or assistance.
When we was puttin' in the work none y'all showed up
Disappointment at the absence of support from others during efforts or hard work.
But here when it's time to party, get the liquor, pour up
Observation of people's presence primarily during celebratory times rather than during efforts.
From a young age I seen it all, knowin' too much
Early exposure to life's realities, possibly causing maturity beyond age.
And to these guys tryna do it now, you owe to us
Addressing those attempting similar actions now, indicating a debt owed due to past struggles.
I regret the times I vented, I be saying too much
Regretting oversharing personal feelings or thoughts.
Regret the times I vented, I be saying too much
Repeated expression of regret for sharing too much.
Stay to myself, I feel like it's better here
Preference for solitude due to a belief in its advantages.
PTSD trouble me, I been aware
Dealing with ongoing mental stress or trauma.
Tell 'em the shift change, if it's war we get in gear
Readiness to respond if confronted with conflict or opposition.
I ain't rich yet, but for sure I'm gettin' there
Confidence in progressing towards a better financial state.
Truth be told, they don't like the truth, they rather live in fear
Observation about people's aversion to truth and preference for living in fear.
Friends fallin' out, want me to choose, kinda weird
Experiencing tension between friends and facing an uncomfortable choice.
I got love for where I'm from, but I just couldn't stay there
Love for one's origin but inability to stay there.
I can't fake kick it, that's why you don't see me really
Authenticity in social interactions, avoiding superficial connections.
Nowadays, you lucky just to get me on the phone
Reduced availability and engagement in social communication.
Nowadays, you lucky just to even see me lately
Further emphasis on reduced interaction and presence.
Don't even party too much, I rather just chill at home
Preference for a relaxed environment over excessive socializing.
Came to America thinkin' it was a bed of rose
Initial belief in a positive situation contrasted with the reality experienced.
But you never know until you know
Highlighting the necessity of firsthand experience to truly understand something.
I see people try to reap what they never sow
Observing individuals seeking rewards without putting in the necessary effort.
I think y'all need to quit rappin', man, y'all are gettin' old
Criticism towards individuals in the same profession for their lack of freshness or innovation.
Trust me, you don't know my pain
Assertion of experiencing pain unknown to others.
Wounds heal, but the scars still remain
Acknowledgment that while wounds heal, their effects remain.
So many things I done charged to game
Accepting and moving on from various negative experiences.
So many people tryna throw dirt on name
Encountering numerous attempts to tarnish one's reputation.
It is what it is, I never forget a thing
Commitment to remembering past actions and events.
Never, never forget a thing
Reiteration of the commitment to remembering.
It is what it is, I never forget a..
Re-emphasizing the commitment to remembering.
Fightin' demons, I need to escape from it
Struggling with inner conflicts and the desire to escape.
I'm not who you think I am, y'all better stay away from me
Warning others about misperceptions of oneself.
I feel that time is comin' soon, somebody pray for me
Expressing a feeling of impending change and the need for support.
I feel that time is comin' soon, somebody pray..
Reiteration of the impending change and the request for support.
Pray for me
A plea for others to offer prayers or support.
Yeah
An affirmation or agreement with the previous statement.
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