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The lyrics paint a stark picture of a life shaped by harsh realities, where the narrator feels misunderstood and trapped by their environment. The opening lines immediately establish a sense of alienation: "I could keep it one hundred but y'all don't feel me though." This isn't just about being honest; it's about a fundamental disconnect between the narrator's truth and how others perceive it. The phrase "these streets turned me to a nigga though" suggests a forceful transformation, implying that the environment dictated a certain identity and path, one that wasn't necessarily chosen but imposed. This sets the stage for a narrative of regret and confusion about the present and future. The core tension lies in the conflict between a desired life and the life that has been lived. The narrator grapples with the consequences of their choices, asking "how can I come back from it?" and questioning divine guidance with "Hey God what is it you asked from me?" There's a profound sense of unfulfilled potential and a feeling that the life they're living is not the one they wanted, despite efforts to "give you what you wanted." This internal struggle is amplified by external pressures and the pervasive influence of "Hennessy and weed," presented as the only known comforts or coping mechanisms. One of the most striking aspects of the writing is the raw, almost desperate plea for understanding, juxtaposed with the harsh language used to describe the narrator's reality. The repetition of "This ain't what I wanted" underscores the deep-seated dissatisfaction. Furthermore, the lyrics reveal a cycle of betrayal and loss, from "lil homies turn haters" to the tragic fate of a friend who preached about living fully, only to be met with violence. This creates a sense of pervasive danger and a bleak outlook on the possibility of genuine peace or success, as the narrator feels constantly under threat, symbolized by the "sucker-sucker-sucker ass niggas can relate" refrain. Ultimately, these lyrics resonate because they articulate a complex emotional landscape of regret, confusion, and a yearning for something more, all while navigating a world that feels unforgiving. The writing doesn't shy away from the grim details, using vivid imagery of street life, addiction, and violence to convey the weight of these experiences. The narrator's direct address to God and their lament about not getting what they wanted create a powerful sense of vulnerability, making the struggle feel intensely personal and deeply felt, even as it touches on broader societal issues.

Maino & Bre-Z - Rap

Keep It 100

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Duration: 3:23

[Chorus: Bre-Z] I could keep it one hundred but y'all don't feel me though I tried to be a man, but these streets turned me to a nigga though And these streets is all I know This Hennessy and weed is all I know But tell me how can I come back from it? Or tell me how do I react to it? Hey God what is it you asked from me? This ain't what I wanted Oh no, this ain't what I wanted still I tried to give you what you wanted Yeah yeah yeah yeah [Verse 1: Maino] Uh, look, will I die before I see forever? I wanna fly, do I need propellers? I tried but I thought bein' a G was better They say I'm like Pac in the streets for niggas Now who would think that I receive a sentence? Ran out my mama's house and became a legend Battle scars, jail bars seem scary Prayin' to a black god, do you hear me? Shots flyin', niggas duckin', shawty hit though It's my fault, I'm the one that she was with yo Past hauntin' me, the devil keep tauntin' me Sorry mama, know that this ain't what you wanted from me I know you hurtin' when they blame me Wish they'd have told me this would flame me So now I draw my pain in them painkillers Damn, guess this what the game get you [Chorus: Bre-Z] I could keep it one hundred but y'all don't feel me though I tried to be a man, but these streets turned me to a nigga though And these streets is all I know This Hennessy and weed is all I know But tell me how can I come back from it? Or tell me how do I react to it? Hey God what is it you asked from me? This ain't what I wanted Oh no, this ain't what I wanted still I tried to give you what you wanted Yeah yeah yeah yeah [Verse 2: Maino] Last year I watched my lil homies turn haters Same ones that I raised, now they got the vapors Lost friends, gained brothers, let it fall apart It's all material, Ricky lost my Audemar (still love him) Love and loyalty, thugs gon' relate to me 'Cause black males in the country feel the same pain Yeah, back and forth, going through the drama She hate me, that's a text from my daughter's mama (why?) Tryna' find peace but all I found was liquor Fell asleep drunk, woke up with a different stripper Jesus piece swinging as I battle demons All I wanted was the money, fame wasn't needed Had a friend that used to tell me life is what you make it Said you can't enjoy life unless you fully taste it Then they found him with some holes in him I can still hear him screamin' nigga go get 'em [Chorus: Bre-Z] I could keep it one hundred but y'all don't feel me though I tried to be a man, but these streets turned me to a nigga though And these streets is all I know This Hennessy and weed is all I know But tell me how can I come back from it? Or tell me how do I react to it? Hey God what is it you asked from me? This ain't what I wanted Oh no, this ain't what I wanted still I tried to give you what you wanted Yeah yeah yeah yeah [Outro] Niggas tryna eat off my plate Gotta-gotta-gotta worry every day Sucker-sucker-sucker ass niggas can relate Yeah, sucker ass niggas can relate Niggas tryna eat off my plate Gotta-gotta-gotta worry every day Sucker-sucker-sucker ass niggas can relate Yeah, sucker ass niggas can relate

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Keep It 100

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