Intro
¡Mayday! & Murs Lyrics

What up though
Murs greets his listeners and acknowledges their presence.

It's Murs, 9th Wonder
Murs introduces himself and 9th Wonder, emphasizing that they are the artist and producer of the album respectively.

Murs 3:16, the 9th Edition
Murs mentions the name of the album and its edition, implying that this is not their first project together.

Shut your fat mouth, and listen
Murs demands attention from his audience by using a confrontational tone, seeking to captivate them with his music.

Anticipation got the deck stacked against me since the outset
Murs feels the pressure of expectation even before the album's release due to the great anticipation surrounding it.

9th got 'em fiending for an instrumental version of an album that ain't out yet
Murs acknowledges 9th Wonder's talent in producing instrumentals and implies that the beats on the album are so good that they could stand on their own without any vocals.

But now it's my outlet, and it feels so good to them punk fans
Murs sees this album as a way to express himself creatively and satisfy his fans who are eager to hear from him again.

When I'm still so hood, so good it's ridiculous, still iniculous
Murs believes he is still able to create great music despite his humble background and upbringing.

That means three times doper than your favorite mc riding round with a chauffeur
Murs believes that his music is better than most mainstream rappers who have gained success and material wealth.

These niggas need Jesus, fuck it, niggas need Oprah
Murs criticizes the negative imagery and messages that are perpetuated in contemporary rap music and suggests that people need to find guidance and positivity from alternative sources.

All this killing and this pimping and these foul ways of living
Murs is critical of the glamorization of violence and immoral behavior in rap music and popular culture.

See, everyone's forgetting that the struggle's not over
Murs points out that even though society has progressed, there are still challenges and issues that need to be addressed and overcome.

I got sober, then got drunk again
Murs is being honest about his struggles with addiction and the challenges he has faced in his personal life.

Got my boy from Carolina, picked up the pen
Murs collaborates with another rapper from his home state of North Carolina and writes lyrics that reflect his life experiences.

Threw my nuts on the finish line, I +cum+ to win
Murs is committed to succeeding in his career and achieving his goals with confidence and determination.

While you nothin' to lose, I'll shake you out your shoes
Murs believes in the value of hard work and dedication, suggesting that his music can inspire others to reach their full potential.

with ease, with moves parallel to those and other three
Murs sees himself as part of a larger community of talented rappers and artists who share similar goals and values.

Couldn't wait for George to make the new Star Wars scene
Murs is creative and innovative, referencing a popular film franchise to make a point about his own artistic vision.

So I made my own episode 3:16
Murs takes control of his creative process and creates his own work that reflects his unique perspective and vision.

To answer all the rumors that been shooting through your group
Murs addresses the rumors and speculation that have been circulated about him and his music.

Yes 9th really does make these beats on Fruity Loops
Murs responds to rumors that suggest that 9th Wonder does not produce his beats and confirms that he does use a well-known music production software.

But what does that matter?, this is more than music
Murs highlights the fact that his music has a deeper meaning and purpose beyond just being entertainment.

By buying this disc you have bought into a movement
Murs encourages his listeners to see their support of his music as a form of activism and social change.

Not a revolutionary, nothing but the truth I carry
Murs does not necessarily see himself as a revolutionary, but he does value honesty and authenticity in his work.

change if you want to change, that karma is for you to carry
Murs believes that individuals are responsible for their own choices and actions, suggesting that they need to take ownership of their lives in order to create positive change.

All I'm trying to do is lighten your load
Murs wants his music to uplift and inspire his listeners, even if only for a brief moment in time.

So in between I'm getting faded, some of y'all getting blowed
Murs acknowledges that some people may use drugs or alcohol as a way of coping with life's struggles, while he prefers to use his music as an escape.

But I couldn't fall off and lose sight of my goals
Murs is determined to stay focused and committed to his music career, even during times of personal hardship or adversity.

Murs 3:16, let the fun begin
Murs is excited and energized to share his new album with his listeners, suggesting that they will enjoy listening to it as much as he enjoyed creating it.