The Reason
1. Lyrics
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In the shadows, scheming
She gon' say she love me but don't got a reason
I wonder the meaning
Number nine, I met the Reaper on my back, like have you seen them
Royal red, it's regal
I finessed a Desert Eagle
Dumpin' at the people
Sacrificed 'em at the island
Higher power, I see demons, know the reason now
Know the reason now
Ayy, I done got a 100,000, put it on my wrist
She don't really fuck with me but ignorance is bliss
A-ayy, I done got a 100,000, put it on my wrist
She don't really fuck with me but ignorance is bliss (Uh-huh)
Yeah, yeah, uh-huh
In the song "The Reason," the artist opens by describing himself as a genius and someone who operates behind the scenes, possibly plotting or scheming. He then mentions a girl who claims to love him but doesn't give a valid reason for her feelings. This lack of explanation leaves him wondering about the deeper meaning behind her words.
The artist continues by referencing the number nine and encountering the grim reaper, symbolizing death or the end of something. This encounter seems to have left a lasting impression on him, as if the weight of mortality is constantly on his mind. The mention of royal red being regal suggests that despite his dark thoughts, he still maintains a sense of dignity and self-importance.
The lyrics then take a darker turn as the artist admits to manipulating a Desert Eagle, a type of firearm. He talks about shooting at people and embracing violence. The mention of murder being tattooed on his eyelids reflects a deep connection and affinity to this acts of violence. He admits to sacrificing something, possibly lives, on an island, hinting at a ritualistic or sacrificial element to his darkest desires.
The artist then switches gears and talks about achieving financial success by accumulating $100,000 and wearing it on his wrist as a symbol of his wealth. He acknowledges that a girl he is involved with doesn't really care for him, but he finds solace in his own ignorance of this fact. This line suggests that he prefers to remain oblivious to the reality of the situation to maintain a false sense of happiness or contentment.
Overall, "The Reason" delves into the artist's complex psyche, touching on themes of manipulation, violence, mortality, and the pursuit of material wealth. It showcases a dark and troubled individual who seeks meaning, even if it leads to a path of self-destruction.
Line by Line Meaning
He's a genius
He possesses exceptional intellectual abilities
In the shadows, scheming
Engaging in secretive and cunning activities
She gon' say she love me but don't got a reason
She claims to love me without any valid justification
I wonder the meaning
I contemplate the significance or purpose
Number nine, I met the Reaper on my back, like have you seen them
The number nine symbolizes death, and I have encountered danger, questioning if others have witnessed it
Royal red, it's regal
The color red is associated with royalty and nobility
I finessed a Desert Eagle
I successfully manipulated and obtained a powerful firearm
Dumpin' at the people
Shooting at individuals recklessly
Fell in love with violence, murder tatted on my eyelids
Developed an intense fascination with brutality, symbolized by permanent tattoos on my eyelids
Sacrificed 'em at the island
I willingly gave up certain things or people for an enigmatic purpose on an island
Higher power, I see demons, know the reason now
Having encountered supernatural entities, I have gained an understanding of why they exist
Know the reason now
I now possess knowledge of the cause or motive
Ayy, I done got a 100,000, put it on my wrist
I have acquired one hundred thousand units of currency and displayed it on my arm
She don't really fuck with me but ignorance is bliss
Although she does not truly associate with me, her unawareness brings her happiness
Yeah, yeah, uh-huh
Expressing agreement or affirmation
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Pedralvo StThomas
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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(Intro – Eric Bellinger)
Oh, oh, oh
This gon be your favorite song
(Verse 1 – Eric Bellinger & Wale)
Ain’t that Lisa with the C-cups?
Know I seen that chick before
Yeah that Lisa with them double D’s up
No I ain’t hitting that bi**h no more
Now ain’t that shawty who got to the money
When Dr. Miami switched that up
Wait hold up, let me check my phone
Yep that’s her, she still in love
(Pre Chorus 1 – Eric Bellinger & Wale)
A ni**a left to the right, do right, like right
They know it’s up
Look at shawty tryna hide, but no, I saw her
Just give me one
(Chorus – Wale & Eric Bellinger)
Give me one, give me one
Give me one, one reason baby
I’ll flex on you
Give me one, one, give me one
Give me one, one, give me one
Give me one, one reason baby, I’ll
Give me one reason, I’mma flex on you
Flex, flex, flex, flex, flex, flex, flex, flex
Give me one reason, I’mma flex on you
Flex, flex, flex, flex, flex, flex, flex, flex
Dang, my new bi**h look better than my ex girl
Flex, flex, flex, flex, flex, flex, flex, flex
Give me one reason, I’mma flex on you
Ayy, my new bi**h look better than my ex
(Verse 2 – Wale)
You supposed to ride with that ni**a, right with that ni**a
Hand on the Bible, empower that ni**a
Smile at that ni**a, crash with that ni**a
Movie be dumb as hell so you laugh with a ni**a
Cry with that ni**a, apply all your effort
You can be mad at times but in time just forgive em
Be there for a ni**a, you can shine with a ni**a
America can be so f**king hard for a ni**a
(Pre Chorus 2 – Eric Bellinger & Wale)
To the left, to the left, right over there
They know it’s up
A new ni**a got a hand tryna flex, but can’t pay the tabs
Just give me one
(Chorus – Wale & Eric Bellinger)
Give me one, give me one
Give me one, one reason baby
I’ll flex on you
Give me one, one, give me one
Give me one, one, give me one
Give me one, one reason baby, I’ll
Give me one reason, I’mma flex on you
Flex, flex, flex, flex, flex, flex, flex, flex
Give me one reason, I’mma flex on you
Flex, flex, flex, flex, flex, flex, flex, flex
Dang, my new bi**h look better than my ex girl
Flex, flex, flex, flex, flex, flex, flex, flex
Give me one reason, I’mma flex on you
Ayy, my new bi**h look better than my ex
Give me one, give me one
Give me one, one reason baby
I’ll flex on you
Give me one, one, give me one
Give me one, one, give me one
Give me one, one reason baby, I’ll
Just give me one reason, I’mma flex on you
(Outro – Eric Bellinger)
Flex, flex
Give me one reason I’mma flex on you
Flex on you
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This will sound crazy in the club
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