Find A Way
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Funny how time flies
Funny how one thing leads to another
Funny how mothers cry
Funny how we live at night and in the gutter
Funny how cash rules everything around me
Funny how people never seem to change
Funny how my closest friends is my rebuttal
Seems like it all can change and I can get paid
Whoa!

[Chorus]
N**** gotta find a way
Find a way to make some money
N**** gotta find a way
Find a way to make some cash
Got to find a way

N**** gotta find a way
Find a way to make some money
N**** gotta find a way
Find a way to make some cash
Got to find a way

I was giving this a lot of thought
Should I trip? Should I not? Should I set this off?
A whole lot of pressure is on my shoulders
My soul is with all my n****z I roll with; so know this

Cut the bulls***, take it back to the music
Use it right, don't matter what you do with it
I'm here to represent the real
I still stayed G'ed up unless must I will

I stayed up all night, I argue and fight by myself; this can't be right
Hmm 'cause if the lights were the sound of the siren
I'd make you n****z get a deal and act wild
I'm for real and I can see through these suckers that dick riding motherf***ers

Yeah, that's me bustin' 'cause I'm a huslter for the chips
And I'm trippin ''cause I'm sick of this s***
Listen

It wasn't about money up front
All a n**** wanted was a big gold chain and a blunt
Why? What do you mean?
Living my Auntie Mary and I ain't having a damn thang

I can't get a job; I might as well steal and rob
Man, life is so hard
Hanging in my homie garage while other n****z
Doing killing for a living in the city of stars

I got a lick but I ain't got caught
N**** slippin' leaving a sack by the bar
And I seen where he set it, thought he had hid it
Nope, and I'm about to go get it

Come up, I gotta stay run up
Left eye open while I'm sleep with the gun up
Please don't run up about that money I'm funny
My n**** you'll get done up





[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of 213's song "Gotta Find A Way" explores the harsh realities of life in the inner city, where opportunities are often limited, and people are forced to resort to desperate measures to survive. The song opens with a reflection on the passing of time and how certain circumstances can shape our lives. The catchy chorus, "N**** gotta find a way, find a way to make some money," highlights the struggle of trying to make ends meet in a society where cash rules everything.


The verse that follows delves deeper into the desperation that some people experience in impoverished neighborhoods. The singer feels the pressure of providing for himself and his community and is wrestling with the temptation of turning to crime to make that happen. He acknowledges the risks of such a life but ultimately decides that he has no choice if he wants to survive.


The last verse explains that the goal is not pure materialism but a way out of poverty. A job may seem like the obvious solution, but for some, it's just not an option. It's a powerful song that speaks to many who have faced the same struggles as the one narrated in the song.


Line by Line Meaning

Funny how time flies
It's strange how quickly time passes by


Funny how one thing leads to another
It's strange how events and choices can lead to unexpected consequences


Funny how mothers cry
It's strange how much pain and suffering mothers go through when their loved ones face difficult situations


Funny how we live at night and in the gutter
It's strange how many people have to live in difficult circumstances


Funny how cash rules everything around me
It's strange how money has such a powerful influence on society


Funny how people never seem to change
It's strange how many people are resistant to change, even when they face difficult situations


Funny how my closest friends is my rebuttal
It's strange how supportive and loyal friends can be when you face difficult situations


Seems like it all can change and I can get paid
It seems like things can change for the better and I can become financially successful


N**** gotta find a way
I need to find a way to make money and survive


Find a way to make some money
I need to find a way to earn a living and support myself


Find a way to make some cash
I need to find a way to make money in order to survive


Got to find a way
I must find a way to make money in order to survive


I was giving this a lot of thought
I was thinking deeply about my situation


Should I trip? Should I not? Should I set this off?
Should I take a risk? Should I not? Should I start something that may lead to something better?


A whole lot of pressure is on my shoulders
I am under a lot of pressure to succeed and make a better life for myself


My soul is with all my n****z I roll with; so know this
I feel deeply connected to my friends and we are in this together


Cut the bulls***, take it back to the music
Stop with the nonsense, let's focus on making music and using it to better our lives


Use it right, don't matter what you do with it
Make good use of your resources, it doesn't matter what your specific talents or jobs are


I'm here to represent the real
I am here to represent the truth and authenticity of my experiences


I still stayed G'ed up unless must I will
I still present myself as tough and street-smart, unless it is absolutely necessary


I stayed up all night, I argue and fight by myself; this can't be right
I stay up all night, arguing and fighting with myself, which is not healthy or sustainable


Hmm 'cause if the lights were the sound of the siren
If the lights were flashing and the siren was blaring, it would signal that danger is near


I'd make you n****z get a deal and act wild
I would become successful and then encourage others to act out and celebrate their victories with me


I'm for real and I can see through these suckers that dick riding motherf***ers
I am genuine and can see through people who are trying to take advantage of me


Yeah, that's me bustin' 'cause I'm a huslter for the chips
I am hustling for money and willing to do what it takes to succeed


And I'm trippin ''cause I'm sick of this s***
I am feeling frustrated and overwhelmed by my situation


It wasn't about money up front
At first, I didn't care about money or material possessions


All a n**** wanted was a big gold chain and a blunt
All I wanted was some flashy jewelry and to relax with a blunt


Why? What do you mean?
Why is it important to have material possessions? What is the point?


Living my Auntie Mary and I ain't having a damn thang
I am living with my aunt and don't have anything to my name


I can't get a job; I might as well steal and rob
I am struggling to find legitimate work, so I may resort to criminal activity


Man, life is so hard
Life is difficult and challenging


Hanging in my homie garage while other n****z
Spending time in my friend's garage while others in my community


Doing killing for a living in the city of stars
Are resorting to violent crime in order to make a living in Los Angeles


I got a lick but I ain't got caught
I was successful in a criminal act, but haven't been caught by the authorities


N**** slippin' leaving a sack by the bar
Someone left a bag of money unattended, making it an opportunity for me to take it


And I seen where he set it, thought he had hid it
I saw where the person put the money and thought they had hid it


Nope, and I'm about to go get it
It turns out the money was not completely hidden and I am going to go take it


Come up, I gotta stay run up
I need to keep making money and building my wealth


Left eye open while I'm sleep with the gun up
I am always vigilant and ready to protect myself and my money, even when sleeping


Please don't run up about that money I'm funny
Don't try to take my money, because I am protective of it


My n**** you'll get done up
If someone tries to take my money or harm me, they will face serious consequences




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TARA ALESIA GETER, DAVE HALL, HORACE BROWN

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Funny how time flies
Funny how one thing leads to another
Funny how mothers cry
Funny how we live at night and in the gutter
Funny how cash rules everything around me
Funny how people never seem to change
Funny how my closest friends is my rebuttal
Seems like it all can change and I can get paid
Whoa!

N** gotta find a way
Find a way to make some money
N** gotta find a way
Find a way to make some cash
Got to find a way

N** gotta find a way
Find a way to make some money
N** gotta find a way
Find a way to make some cash
Got to find a way

I was giving this a lot of thought
Should I trip? Should I not? Should I set this off?
A whole lot of pressure is on my shoulders
My soul is with all my n****z I roll with; so know this

Cut the bulls***, take it back to the music
Use it right, don't matter what you do with it
I'm here to represent the real
I still stayed G'ed up unless must I will

I stayed up all night, I argue and fight by myself; this can't be right
Hmm 'cause if the lights were the sound of the siren
I'd make you n****z get a deal and act wild
I'm for real and I can see through these suckers that dick riding motherf***ers

Yeah, that's me bustin' 'cause I'm a huslter for the chips
And I'm trippin ''cause I'm sick of this s***
Listen

It wasn't about money up front
All a n** wanted was a big gold chain and a blunt
Why? What do you mean?
Living my Auntie Mary and I ain't having a damn thang

I can't get a job; I might as well steal and rob
Man, life is so hard
Hanging in my homie garage while other n****z
Doing killing for a living in the city of stars

I got a lick but I ain't got caught
N** slippin' leaving a sack by the bar
And I seen where he set it, thought he had hid it
Nope, and I'm about to go get it

Come up, I gotta stay run up
Left eye open while I'm sleep with the gun up
Please don't run up about that money I'm funny
My n** you'll get done up

N** gotta find a way
Find a way to make some money
N** gotta find a way
Find a way to make some cash
Got to find a way



All comments from YouTube:

kingejiro

This song always makes me teary eyed, especially when I hear Snoops verse. My elder brother introduced me to this album in 04, I was only 15. I’ve so many beautiful memories listening to this album, but this will always be my favorite track. Life really goes by fast

G'z up

Im too

Guenine

Funny how time flies

Tim T

This album got me through my first deployment to the Middle East in 04

Roderick Lane

Man, this album still bumps. They don't make tracks like these anymore! Nate Dogg ripped this one! RIP

Jamaal Davis

Facts that's the same thing I'm saying that new shit ain't fucking with this πŸ’ͺ🏾πŸ’ͺ🏾πŸ’ͺ🏾πŸ’ͺ🏾

JUXZ

I Can just imagine just how high these dudes are in the studio rapping and making beats 🎧

st4ne4rmthevill

Sucks I cant pull up any of this album on Spotify. This shit is all the way classic.

Estevanico Jones

Nate Goes HARD On His Verse πŸ†

Chil-DΓ©rick Bissielou

cette chanson est un classic. Merci pour cet album 213 for life

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