[Verse 1]
[French Montana:]
I see death around the corner
Tryna survive, gettin' high in the city where the skinny niggaz die
I see death around the corner
And look and you can see
A nigga gotta roll up, get ya mind free
I see death around the corner
Lookin' for a way out
Better shoot first, or get laid out
I see death around the corner, I see death around the corner
I see death around the corner, I see death around the corner
I see death around the corner
All eyes on me
With my Eastside homie, got my .9 on me
If niggaz try to ride on me
You know it's my time homie, ya got nuttin' for me
Your btich is tryna own me
Ya know I ride by my lonely, all eyes on me
You gon' die anyway
A real nigga pick his time to go, ya know we tell it from the soul
If you see us then ya know all the hate keep us goin'
It's survival of the fittest, you ain't with us, nigga die slow
Gotta get my grind on, even though my mind gone
Outta here, whole different timezone
Mind on money, and hoes got me cold-hearted
Got all the money and nuttin' to show for it
Oh boy, when the feds take them pictures
And niggaz steady wishin' on ya downfall
Nigga off the wall like handball
Stand tall, lookin' down
Niggaz goin' to jail and comin' home with beards steady Muslim now

[Chorus]
[Max B:]
I see death around the corner
Niggaz still ain't over Green Mile
Saving this moment before the meanwhile
I see death around the corner
They tryna get me while on duty
Tryna send me in the pen with a doodie
I see death around the

Know how it feel when you're about to go
Macaroni, yeah that's him on the radio
I see death around the corner, death around the corner
Death around the corner, death around the corner
Death around the corner

[Verse 2]
[Max B:]
We got them hammers, it'll spray, the cannons in a case
Got a ounce of sour deez, we bouncin' through the trees
Got them bitches wanna fuck us
But po, they tryna lock us, but there the niggaz that's causin' all the ruckus
Knowin' they don't love us, them niggaz is tryna be a part
They lie, they don't wanna see us on the charts
We gon' catch 'em in the gutta, we 100, the don blunted
All you bitches get gun-butted
Show no remorse when we see you, my whores is European
Plenty ass, never holdin' them doors meet 'em, greet 'em
Then feed 'em, hit 'em with the dick
So many bitches and true they wanna sit and stay
The only thing I'ma miss
Is riding on you niggaz with a 5th of some Grand Cru while blowin' on a spliff
Shit, but I ain't tryna grip, the boat is takin' they toll
But I ain't tryna kid

[Chorus]
[Max B:]
I see death around the corner
Niggaz still ain't over Green Mile
Saving this moment before the meanwhile
I see death around the corner
They tryna get me while on duty
Tryna send me in the pen with a doodie
I see death around the
Know how it feel when you're about to go
Macaroni, yeah that's him on the radio
I see death around the corner, death around the corner
Death around the corner, death around the corner
Death around the corner

Overall Meaning

In the song "Death Around the Corner," French Montana talks about the survival of the fittest in his environment. He acknowledges the fact that death is always looming around the corner, and it's a reality that he can't ignore if he wants to stay alive. The lyrics describe how he struggles to survive in a city where even skinny guys die. He encourages his listeners to get their minds free and be ready to shoot first or get laid out. He emphasizes the importance of being vigilant and always watching out for oneself.

Max B's verse talks about how he and his crew have to be careful of those trying to sabotage their success. They have enemies who try to get them caught with illegal substances. Max B talks about how they carry weapons and weed while bouncing through the trees, knowing that the police are trying to lock them up. Even though they have haters who try to keep them off the charts, Max B's focus is on taking care of their crew and getting what they deserve. He ends by saying how he knows death is around the corner and he has to stay alert to ensure he doesn't fall victim to his environment.

Overall, the song "Death Around the Corner" speaks to the challenges that French Montana and Max B face in their environments, where death could come at any moment. They encourage listeners to be vigilant and always on the lookout if they want to survive.

Line by Line Meaning

I see death around the corner
The singer senses imminent danger and potential harm

Tryna survive, gettin' high in the city where the skinny niggaz die
Living in a dangerous environment forces one to seek survival and escape through substance abuse

And look and you can see A nigga gotta roll up, get ya mind free
To cope with the harsh realities of life, one must relax and free their mind

Lookin' for a way out Better shoot first, or get laid out
To survive the dangers of the streets, one must be prepared to take action and protect themselves

All eyes on me With my Eastside homie, got my .9 on me
The artist is under intense scrutiny and must protect themselves with a firearm

If niggaz try to ride on me You know it's my time homie, ya got nuttin' for me
If someone threatens the singer, they are prepared to confront and defeat them

Your btich is tryna own me Ya know I ride by my lonely, all eyes on me
Even though others may try to control or manipulate the singer, they remain independent and vigilant

You gon' die anyway A real nigga pick his time to go, ya know we tell it from the soul
Death is inevitable, and the artist believes in choosing when and how to pass with sincerity and authenticity

It's survival of the fittest, you ain't with us, nigga die slow
Those who are not strong enough to survive in the harsh environment of the streets will suffer and struggle

Gotta get my grind on, even though my mind gone Outta here, whole different timezone Mind on money, and hoes got me cold-hearted Got all the money and nuttin' to show for it
The artist remains focused on their hustle despite feeling mentally exhausted and distant from their surroundings. Money and women have made them numb, but the gains are not necessarily tangible or fulfilling.

Oh boy, when the feds take them pictures And niggaz steady wishin' on ya downfall Nigga off the wall like handball
The risk of getting caught by law enforcement and the envy of others makes the singer feel paranoid and jumpy

We got them hammers, it'll spray, the cannons in a case Got a ounce of sour deez, we bouncin' through the trees
The artist and their crew are armed with weapons and drugs and are on the move

All you bitches get gun-butted Show no remorse when we see you, my whores is European
The singer and their crew are violent towards those who cross them, but they show favoritism towards European women

Plenty ass, never holdin' them doors meet 'em, greet 'em Then feed 'em, hit 'em with the dick
The singer uses women for pleasure and does not value them as individuals

So many bitches and true they wanna sit and stay The only thing I'ma miss Is riding on you niggaz with a 5th of some Grand Cru while blowin' on a spliff
The singer enjoys their lifestyle and will miss it when they are gone, particularly the feeling of superiority over others

But po, they tryna lock us, but there the niggaz that's causin' all the ruckus Knowin' they don't love us, them niggaz is tryna be a part They lie, they don't wanna see us on the charts We gon' catch 'em in the gutta, we 100, the don blunted
The artist and their crew are aware that law enforcement is after them, but they believe that the police are also at fault for creating a hostile environment in their community. They will not let anyone stop them from achieving success.

I see death around the corner
The artist still feels that their life is in danger

Niggaz still ain't over Green Mile Saving this moment before the meanwhile
Others are still enamored with the influence of popular culture on their lives, while the singer is focused on survival

They tryna get me while on duty Tryna send me in the pen with a doodie
The police are seeking to arrest the singer and send them to prison

Know how it feel when you're about to go Macaroni, yeah that's him on the radio
The artist is aware of their mortality and recognizes the legacy they will leave behind

Death around the corner, death around the corner Death around the corner, death around the corner Death around the corner
The theme of danger and mortality persists throughout the song.

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