Savior
ケンドリック・ラマー Baby Keem & Sam Dew Lyrics

Kendrick made you think about it
Kendrick Lamar's music prompts introspection and deep thought

But he is not your savior
However, he should not be seen as the one who will solve all your problems or save you

Cole made you feel empowered
J. Cole's music instills a sense of empowerment in his listeners

But he is not your savior
Still, he should not be relied upon as the sole source of salvation or guidance

Future said, "Get a money counter"
Future's lyrics advise acquiring a money counter

But he is not your savior
However, he should not be seen as the one who will provide true salvation or fulfillment

'Bron made you give his flowers
LeBron James inspired you to appreciate and acknowledge his accomplishments

But he is not your savior
Yet, he should not be regarded as the one who will save or fix everything

He is not your savior
None of these individuals mentioned are the ultimate saviors or solutions

Mr. Morale, give me high-five
Addressing a person named Mr. Morale, seeking acknowledgment or support

Two times center codefendant judging my life
Feeling judged by individuals in influential positions, affecting one's life greatly

Back-pedaler, what they say? You do the cha-cha
Referring to someone who changes their stance or opinion frequently, engaging in a metaphorical back-and-forth dance

I'ma stand on it, 6'5", from 5'5"
Asserting one's decision and position confidently, metaphorically growing taller and stronger

Fun fact, I ain't taking shit back
Informing that one will not retract or alter their statements

Like it when they pro-Black, but I'm more Kodak Black
Appreciating support for black empowerment, while acknowledging one's own unique perspective or style

Tell me where the money at, ayy, where the homies at?
Inquiring about the location of financial resources and the presence of loyal friends

Universal callout, I can members only that, ayy
Expressing a wide-reaching call for attention or awareness, exclusively engaging select individuals

Si-si, wait a minute, ven aquí (ven aquí), c'est la vie (c'est la vie)
Speaking multiple languages, asking someone to wait and come closer, accepting the ways of life

I tell the whole truth from A to Z, ayy
Promising to speak the complete and honest truth, covering every detail

Show me you real, show me that you bleed, ayy
Seeking authenticity and vulnerability from others, wanting to see their true selves

Hello? Crackers? (Let me hear that back)
Addressing individuals of white ethnicity, asking for their attention or confirmation

I seen niggas arguing about who's blacker
Observing disagreements within the black community over authenticity or cultural identity

Even blacked out screens and called it solidarity (whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa)
Witnessing performative actions, such as posting a black screen on social media, being mistaken as genuine solidarity

Meditating in silence made you wanna tell on me (whoa)
Reflecting on the act of taking time for personal introspection, causing someone to feel the urge to betray or expose the artist

Bitch, are you happy for me?
Addressing someone in a provocative manner, questioning whether they genuinely feel happiness for the singer's success

Really, are you happy for me?
Conveying a sincere desire to know if the person is genuinely pleased with the singer's achievements

Smile in my face, but are you happy for me?
Highlighting the possibility of someone pretending to be supportive while secretly harboring negative emotions towards the singer's accomplishments

Yeah, I'm out the way, are you happy for me?
Emphasizing that the artist has distanced themselves from potential negativity, wondering if it affects the person's happiness

Bite their tongues in rap lyrics
Referring to other rappers censoring their true thoughts or opinions in their lyrics

Scared to be crucified about a song but they won't admit it
Fearful of facing criticism or backlash for their music but refusing to acknowledge their apprehension

Politically correct is how you keep an opinion
Stating that conforming to politically correct language is a way to maintain a certain stance or viewpoint

Niggas is tight lipped, fuck who dare to be different
Noticing that people remain silent or avoid expressing unique perspectives, disregarding those who dare to be different

Seen a Christian say the vaccine mark of the beast
Encountering a Christian who believes the COVID-19 vaccine is connected to biblical prophecies about the mark of the beast

Then he caught COVID and prayed the Pfizer for relief
Witnessing the same Christian contracting COVID-19 and resorting to Pfizer's vaccine for healing

Then I caught COVID and started to question Kyrie
Experiencing the singer contracting COVID-19 and beginning to question the beliefs of NBA player Kyrie Irving

Will I stay organic or hurt in this bed for two weeks? (You really wanna know?)
Contemplating whether the alternative to vaccination, enduring the illness naturally, would result in suffering during a two-week bed rest

Do you want peace? (How I get so low?)
Posing a question about desiring peace while questioning how the singer ended up feeling so down or distressed

Then watch us in the streets (only one way to go)
Suggesting that the only direction left to go is to take action or protest in the streets

One protest for you (high up)
Noting that others may engage in a single protest or demonstration for their cause, metaphorically raising their stature or influence

Three-sixty-five for me (you really wanna know?)
Highlighting the artist's consistent dedication or involvement in activism, questioning the listener if they truly want to know

Vladimir making nightmares (how I get so low?)
Referring to Vladimir Putin, the Russian leader, causing distress or fear, questioning how the artist ended up feeling so down or hopeless

But that's how we all think (only one way to go)
Explaining that this thought process aligns with the collective, suggesting there is only one path forward

The collective consciousness (high up)
Acknowledging the shared awareness or mindset of a group, metaphorically elevating the level of their influence or impact

Calamities on repeat, huh
Noting the repetitive occurrence of disastrous events or crises

The cat is out the bag, I am not your savior
Making it known that the artist is not the solution or savior that others may expect or perceive

I find it just as difficult to love thy neighbors
Expressing the struggle the artist faces in extending love or compassion towards others

Especially when people got ambiguous favors
Particularly when individuals have hidden or unclear motives or intentions

But their hearts not in it, see, everything's for the paper
Revealing that despite outward appearances, their motivations revolve around financial gain or personal interests

The struggle for the right side of history
Highlighting the ongoing effort to align oneself with the morally correct or progressive course of events

Independent thought is like an eternal enemy
Viewing individual thinking and non-conformity as a constant adversary or obstacle

Capitalists posing as compassionates be offending me
Expressing discontent with capitalists who pretend to be compassionate, finding their actions offensive

Yeah, suck my dick with authenticity
Using crude language to emphasize a disregard for insincere or fake behavior, demanding genuine authenticity

Yeah, Tupac dead, gotta think for yourself
Referencing the late rapper Tupac Shakur's death as a reminder to rely on one's own thoughts and judgments

Yeah, heroes looking for the villains to help
Observing the tendency of heroes to seek out villains or problems to solve, overlooking the importance of self-reflection

I never been sophisticated, saving face
Admitting to lacking sophistication or pretense, preferring honesty over preserving one's image

Being manipulative, such an acquired taste
Perceiving manipulative behavior as something acquired or learned, implying distaste for it

I rubbed elbows with people that was for the people
Having associations with individuals who claimed to be advocates for the community or general population

They all greedy, I don't care for no public speaking
Realizing that even those who claim to prioritize public welfare are driven by selfish motives, expressing disinterest in giving speeches

And they like to wonder where I've been
Noting others' curiosity about the singer's whereabouts or absence

Protecting my soul in the valley of silence
Safeguarding one's spiritual well-being by seeking solitude and avoiding unnecessary noise or distractions