Live Free
Mac Miller Lyrics
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They gunna try to bring you down
Hating is what they do
But you gotta keep a smile
Stay up on your move
Live free, live free, live free, live free
Homie live free, live free, live free, live free
They gunna try to tell you no
Shatter all your dreams
But you gotta get up and go
To bigger better things
Live free, live free, live free, live free
Homie live free, live free, live free, live free
Hey yo, microphone check one, two, one, two
We good? Just had to make sure I'm comin' through
With the driver Ricky Bobby, more class than a college
And the shine of Liberaci, 'bout time that you acknowledge
That the boy here to stay, fired up begin to blaze
Buzzin' out my name, gettin' out like a triple play
Haters tell you what you can't do, fuck that
Say there's everything you can do but rap
Shit, I paint pictures with a hot flow
Young Picasso, ya feel me? I thought so
There's people in the world that are jealous of success
Don't ever second guess yourself, step or get left (get left)
We on the march we ain't waitin' for no man
You can't get distracted by haters & romance
So if you sittin' trapped in defeat
Get that monkey off your back, live free
They gunna try to bring you down
Hating is what they do
But you gotta keep a smile
Stay up on your move
Live free, live free, live free, live free
Homie live free, live free, live free, live free
They gunna try to tell you no
Shatter all your dreams
But you gotta get up and go
To bigger better things
Live free, live free, live free, live free
Homie live free, live free, live free, live free
And everybody know I got haters like Maino
Actors all phony, give 'em Tonys like Yayo
Flush the bullshit out of music, Drain-O
This a true story type of movie, Fandango
Flamethrower, strange flow
They got me on the top like a halo
A Christmas tree Angel, yeah
My team attack the game from all angles
Passin' all these rappers, just pussycats, Bengals
Hip-hop's LeBron, nothing better
Here to kick you out the game Braylon Edwards
Fast Devin Hester runnin like six feet
You got a sign on your back like kick me
I'm a race bike, six speed, nah you can't get me
Move too swiftly don't deal with other rappers tryin to gyp me
Cuz im way down the road where I live free
Yeah to all of you getting trapped by those who doubt you
Be like bitch, just keep on pushing
This has been a public service announcement from the kid Mac Miller
In Mac Miller's song Live Free, the lyrics convey a message of perseverance and resistance towards negativity that can arise in daily life. The first verse highlights the fact that people will try to bring you down and shatter your dreams, but you must keep going and strive towards more significant things in life. The second verse talks about the haters who are envious of success and try to discourage you. However, the singer urges the listener not to second-guess themselves and to keep moving forward. The chorus reiterates the message to "live free" and to avoid letting others deter you from your goals in life.
The song's message resonates with many people who have faced adversity and discouragement from others on their paths to success. Even though the song was released in 2011, it remains relatable to present-day listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
They gunna try to bring you down
There will always be people who try to bring you down
Hating is what they do
These same people will hate instead of support
But you gotta keep a smile
Despite their negativity, you must find a way to stay positive
Stay up on your move
Keep moving forward and making progress towards your goals
Live free, live free, live free, live free
Freedom from negativity and limitations is essential
They gunna try to tell you no
You will be told 'no' or that you can't succeed
Shatter all your dreams
These same people will try to break your spirit and ambitions
But you gotta get up and go
You must persevere and keep moving forward
To bigger better things
Focus on achieving greater things instead of dwelling on negativity
Hey yo, microphone check one, two, one, two
The artist is preparing to deliver his message and bring attention to his voice
We good? Just had to make sure I'm comin' through
Confirming that his message is being received loud and clear
With the driver Ricky Bobby, more class than a college
Expressing confidence and drive with a reference to 'Talladega Nights'
And the shine of Liberaci, 'bout time that you acknowledge
Acknowledging his own talent and accomplishments
That the boy here to stay, fired up begin to blaze
Asserting his place in the industry and passion for his craft
Buzzin' out my name, gettin' out like a triple play
Gaining momentum and attention for his work
Haters tell you what you can't do, fuck that
Disregarding those who want to limit or dictate his success
Say there's everything you can do but rap
Challenging and overcoming negative opinions and stereotypes
Shit, I paint pictures with a hot flow
Celebrating his creative ability and talent
Young Picasso, ya feel me? I thought so
Drawing a comparison to the famous artist and his own craft
There's people in the world that are jealous of success
Pointing out that success can breed envy and negativity in others
Don't ever second guess yourself, step or get left (get left)
Encouraging self-confidence and determination
We on the march we ain't waitin' for no man
Striving towards goals and not relying on others to achieve them
You can't get distracted by haters & romance
Urging to avoid getting sidetracked by negativity and unimportant things
So if you sittin' trapped in defeat
For those feeling stuck or defeated
Get that monkey off your back, live free
Breaking free from negativity and limitations is necessary to succeed
And everybody know I got haters like Maino
Repeating the point that he has haters and that it's a common experience
Actors all phony, give 'em Tonys like Yayo
Calling out inauthenticity in the industry
Flush the bullshit out of music, Drain-O
Advocating for authentic and meaningful music over shallow and contrived works
This a true story type of movie, Fandango
Asserting that his story is genuine and worth telling
Flamethrower, strange flow
Describing his rap style as powerful and unique
They got me on the top like a halo
Achieving success and recognition
A Christmas tree Angel, yeah
A playful but confident reference to his own success
My team attack the game from all angles
Working tirelessly to succeed from every direction
Passin' all these rappers, just pussycats, Bengals
Surpassing other rappers with ease
Hip-hop's LeBron, nothing better
Drawing a comparison to the famous athlete and his own success
Here to kick you out the game Braylon Edwards
Asserting dominance and drive to succeed
Fast Devin Hester runnin like six feet
Using a sports analogy to describe his speed and agility
You got a sign on your back like kick me
Calling out weakness and vulnerability in others
I'm a race bike, six speed, nah you can't get me
Describing his own speed and drive to succeed
Move too swiftly don't deal with other rappers tryin to gyp me
Advocating for avoiding negativity and staying focused on personal goals
Cuz im way down the road where I live free
Celebrating the freedom and independence that comes with success
Yeah to all of you getting trapped by those who doubt you
Acknowledging those who feel discouraged by others' negativity
Be like bitch, just keep on pushing
Urging to persevere and not be deterred by doubt
This has been a public service announcement from the kid Mac Miller
Ending on a playful and confident note while reminding listeners of the message being conveyed
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Thomas Fischer, Malcolm McCormick
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@SHPRESiM
They gunna try to bring you down
Hating is what they do
But you gotta keep a smile
Stay up on your move
Live free
They gunna try to tell you no
Shatter all your dreams
But you gotta get up and go
To bigger better things.♥
@yingyingying3251
Used to bump this in high school trying to make sure the teacher couldn’t see my headphones.. I was lucky enough to see him live 3 times.. RIP Mac
@user-ub3ij8if6w
Damn I envy you
@jamiesonreynolds7485
Same
@fanian69
Doin that right now lol
@jamiesonreynolds7485
@@fanian69 do good i wish i could go back to school
@fanian69
@@jamiesonreynolds7485 thanks, I really try on my work and have fun during school. So lucky to have good friends.
@davidflores5754
The crazy part about this song is that he made this master piece when he was 15, like wtf I was playing cod when I was 15.
@darylmason9041
Is this David Flores from California? Lmaoooooo
@wachep
He might've been 17 making this.
@dimitririce280
Towel even if that’s the case it’s still nuts what a talented person