In times like these when all this war and fighting is going on Pac needs someone who can help keep their confidence and morale up.
Black Jesuz
2Pac Lyrics
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Sportin' jewels and shit, you know what I mean?
Straight tatted up, no doubt, no doubt
Young Kadafi in this bitch, set it off nigga, what?
I do my shootin's on a knob, prayin' to God for my squad
Stuck in a nightmare, hopin' he might care
Though times is hard, up against all odds, I play my cards
Got me bailin' to stacks more green
Gods ain't tryin' to be trapped on no block slangin'
No rocks like bean pies brainstorm on the beginnin'
Wonder how shit like the Qu'ran and the Bible was written
What is religion? Gods words all cursed like crack
Shaitan's way of gettin' us back or just another
One of my Black Jesus traps
Who's got the heart to stand beside me?
I feel my enemies creepin' up in silence
Dark prayer, scream violence demons all around me
Can't even bend my knees just a lost cloud, Black Jesus
Give me a reason to survive, in this earthly hell
'Cause I swear, they tryin' to break my well
I'm on the edge lookin' down at this volatile pit
Will it matter if I cease to exist? Black Jesus
All hail, the pressure no endeavor can fail
Some missin souls turn to hoes when exposed to jail
In times of war we need somebody raw, rally the troops
Like a Saint that we can trust to help to carry us through
Black Jesus, ha ha ha ha ha
He's like a Saint that we can trust to help to carry us through
Black Jesus
Outlawz we got our own race, culture, religion
Rebellin' against the system, commence to lynchin'
The President ain't even listenin' to the pain of the youth
We make music for eternity, forever the truth
Political prisoner, the two choices that they givin' us
Ride or die, for life they sentence us
Oh Black Jesus, please watch over my brother Shawn
Soon as the sky get bright, it's just another storm
Brothers gone, now labeled a statistic
Ain't no love for us ghetto kids, they call us nigglets
History repeats itself, nuttin' new in school I knew
E'rything I read wasn't true, Black Jesus
To this click I'm dedicated, criminal orientated
An Outlaw initiated, blazed and faded
Made for terror, major league niggaz pray together
Bitches in they grave while my real niggaz play together
We die clutchin' glasses, filled with liquor bomblastic
Cremated, last wishes nigga smoke my ashes
High sigh why die wishin', hopin' for possibilities
I'll mob on, why they copy me sloppily
Cops patrol projects, hatin' the people livin' in them
I was born an inmate, waitin' to escape the prison
Went to church but don't understand it, they underhanded
God gave me these commandments, the world is scandalous
Blast til they holy high, baptize they evil minds
Wise, no longer blinded, watch me shine trick
Which one of y'all wanna feel the degrees?
Bitches freeze facin' Black Jesus
All hail, the pressure no endeavor can fail
Some missin' souls turn to hoes when exposed to jail
In times of war we need somebody raw, rally the troops
Like a Saint that we can trust to help to carry us through
Black Jesus
Some say, some day, some how, some way, we gon' fail
And it ain't hard to tell, we dwell in hell
Trapped, black, scarred and barred
Searching for truth, where it's hard to find God
I play the Pied Piper, and to this Thug Life, I'm a lifer
Proceed, to turn up the speed, just for stripes
My Black Jesus, walk through this valley with me
Where we, so used to hard times and casualties
Indeed, it hurt me deep to have to sleep on the streets
And haven't eaten in weeks, so save a prayer for me
And all the young thugs, raised on drugs and guns
Blazed out and numb, slaves to this slums this ain't livin' Jesus
We believed in You everything You do
Just wanna let you know, how we feel
Black Jesus
Searchin' for Black Jesus
It's hard, it's hard we need help out here
So we searchin's for Black Jesus
It's like a Saint, that we pray to in the ghetto, to get us through
Somebody that understand our pain
You know maybe not too perfect, you know
Somebody that hurt like we hurt
Somebody that smoke like we smoke
Drink like we drink
That understand where we coming from
That's who we pray to we need help y'all
The song "Black Jesuz" by Tupac Shakur and Outlawz is a reflection of the struggles and hardships that African Americans face in America. Tupac searches for a black Jesus who understands their pain and experiences. He questions the existence of religion and wonders if it's just another trap to keep black people oppressed. He talks about the pressure of living in a society that doesn't care about the pain of the youth, the struggle of surviving in an earthly hell, and the feeling of being trapped.
The lyrics are a call for someone to stand beside him and rally the troops to fight against the system that isn’t listening to their pain. He pleads for a reason to survive, and that they've been sentenced to life by the ones meant to protect them. The song emphasizes the pain and suffering of being a political prisoner and the two choices they offer to either ride or die.
Tupac and the Outlawz dedicated this song to the struggle of African Americans and other minorities, whose voices go unheard. They express the pain, frustrations, and hopelessness felt by many, and their search for a black Jesus to help them through it all.
Line by Line Meaning
Searching for Black Jesus, oh yeah
We are looking for someone who can understand our pain and provide us help as we struggle in the harsh conditions of the ghetto.
Sportin' jewels and shit, you know what I mean?
Wearing expensive jewelry to show our wealth and display dominance in our community.
Straight tatted up, no doubt, no doubt
Completely covered in tattoos, there's no question about it.
Young Kadafi in this bitch, set it off nigga, what?
Kadafi is here and he's ready to start things off with a bang.
I do my shootin's on a knob, prayin' to God for my squad
I use my gun to protect my team and pray for their safety.
Stuck in a nightmare, hopin' he might care
We're in a terrible situation and hoping that God will take pity on us.
Though times is hard, up against all odds, I play my cards
Even though we're facing difficult circumstances and obstacles, I try to make the best choices I can.
Like I'm jailin', shots hittin' up my spot like midnight rains hailin'
I'm trapped in a dangerous situation and bullets are raining down on me like a storm.
Got me bailin' to stacks more green
I'm running away to make more money.
Gods ain't tryin' to be trapped on no block slangin'
God wouldn't want to be stuck selling drugs on the streets.
No rocks like bean pies brainstorm on the beginnin'
Instead of selling drugs, we should come up with new ideas and start fresh.
Wonder how shit like the Qu'ran and the Bible was written
I'm curious about how religious texts like the Qu'ran and the Bible were created.
What is religion? Gods words all cursed like crack
I wonder what religion really is, because it seems like God's message is being warped and corrupted.
Shaitan's way of gettin' us back or just another
Is this Satan's way of getting revenge on us, or is it something else?
One of my Black Jesus traps
Black Jesus is a way for me to deal with this difficult life.
Who's got the heart to stand beside me?
Who is brave enough to support me in this dangerous lifestyle?
I feel my enemies creepin' up in silence
I sense my enemies approaching me quietly and sneakily.
Dark prayer, scream violence demons all around me
I'm praying for help, but it feels like violence and evil are closing in on me from every direction.
Can't even bend my knees just a lost cloud, Black Jesus
I can't even pray properly because I feel so lost and disconnected from God.
Give me a reason to survive, in this earthly hell
I'm asking Black Jesus to give me a purpose to keep living in this hellish existence.
'Cause I swear, they tryin' to break my well
I feel like people are trying to destroy my mental and emotional stability.
I'm on the edge lookin' down at this volatile pit
I'm teetering on the edge of a dangerous situation, looking down into a dark pit.
Will it matter if I cease to exist? Black Jesus
Is there any point in me continuing to live if my life doesn't matter to anyone?
All hail, the pressure no endeavor can fail
We await the arrival of someone who can help us deal with the overwhelming challenges and pressure of our lives.
Some missin souls turn to hoes when exposed to jail
Some people turn to sex work when they're incarcerated and have no other options.
In times of war we need somebody raw, rally the troops
During a crisis, we need someone strong and capable to lead us and motivate us to fight.
Like a Saint that we can trust to help to carry us through
We need someone who is trustworthy and dependable to help us get through tough times.
Outlawz we got our own race, culture, religion
As Outlawz, we have created our own distinct identity that is different from mainstream society.
Rebellin' against the system, commence to lynchin'
We are resisting and fighting against the oppressive societal and governmental systems that seek to control us.
The President ain't even listenin' to the pain of the youth
The people in power are ignoring the struggles and difficulties that young people face.
We make music for eternity, forever the truth
Our music will last forever and will always tell the truth about our lives and experiences.
Political prisoner, the two choices that they givin' us
We're trapped in a cycle of being either a political prisoner or a criminal, with no other options.
Ride or die, for life they sentence us
We're expected to either stick with the cause or die for it, even if it means a lifelong sentence.
Oh Black Jesus, please watch over my brother Shawn
I'm praying for Black Jesus to protect and care for my friend Shawn.
Soon as the sky get bright, it's just another storm
Even when things start to seem better, another crisis or difficult situation arises.
Brothers gone, now labeled a statistic
My friends have died and are just seen as numbers and data instead of human beings.
Ain't no love for us ghetto kids, they call us nigglets
We're treated with disdain and disrespect because we're from the ghetto.
History repeats itself, nuttin' new in school I knew
I learned in school that history tends to repeat itself, and my experiences corroborate that.
E'rything I read wasn't true, Black Jesus
I've learned that everything I've been taught isn't necessarily true, and I'm looking to Black Jesus for guidance.
To this click I'm dedicated, criminal orientated
I am committed to this group and our criminal lifestyle.
An Outlaw initiated, blazed and faded
As an Outlaw, I am proudly initiated and often under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Made for terror, major league niggaz pray together
We are built for the fear and danger that comes with our lifestyle, and we often pray together for strength and guidance.
Bitches in they grave while my real niggaz play together
Women who get involved with our lifestyle often end up dead while the men continue to live recklessly.
We die clutchin' glasses, filled with liquor bomblastic
When we die, we clutch empty glasses that were once filled with explosive liquor.
Cremated, last wishes nigga smoke my ashes
If I die, I want my ashes to be smoked by my friends as a final tribute.
High sigh why die wishin', hopin' for possibilities
Why should we resign ourselves to death when we could be hoping and striving for something better?
I'll mob on, why they copy me sloppily
I'll keep moving forward while others try to copy me unsuccessfully.
Cops patrol projects, hatin' the people livin' in them
Police officers often patrol poor neighborhoods and target the people living there.
I was born an inmate, waitin' to escape the prison
I've always felt trapped and confined, like I'm waiting to escape from a metaphorical prison.
Went to church but don't understand it, they underhanded
I've tried going to church but don't really understand it, and I suspect that some of the people there are being deceitful.
God gave me these commandments, the world is scandalous
I believe that God has given us commandments, but the world is full of scandal and immorality.
Blast til they holy high, baptize they evil minds
I'll keep fighting and blasting until the people who embody evil are defeated and replaced with holy, righteous individuals.
Wise, no longer blinded, watch me shine trick
I've become wise and enlightened, and I will show off my new knowledge and insight.
Which one of y'all wanna feel the degrees?
Who wants to experience the intense emotions and experiences we're going through?
Bitches freeze facin' Black Jesus
People are shocked and afraid when they face the reality of our dangerous lifestyle.
Some say, some day, some how, some way, we gon' fail
Some people believe that we are destined to fail no matter how hard we try.
And it ain't hard to tell, we dwell in hell
It's obvious that we're living in a hellish existence.
Trapped, black, scarred and barred
We're stuck, we're black, we're traumatized, and we're imprisoned by our circumstances.
Searching for truth, where it's hard to find God
We're trying to discover the truth in a place where it's difficult to find God.
I play the Pied Piper, and to this Thug Life, I'm a lifer
I'm a leader and a motivator, and my commitment to Thug Life is permanent.
Proceed, to turn up the speed, just for stripes
We're going to work harder and faster, even if it means taking risks, just to prove ourselves.
My Black Jesus, walk through this valley with me
I'm asking Black Jesus to help me through this difficult journey and be by my side.
Where we, so used to hard times and casualties
We're so accustomed to difficult situations and deaths in our community.
Indeed, it hurt me deep to have to sleep on the streets
It really hurts me to have to sleep on the streets and endure such difficult circumstances.
And haven't eaten in weeks, so save a prayer for me
I haven't been able to eat in a long time, so I'm asking for people to pray for me.
And all the young thugs, raised on drugs and guns
All of us young people who grew up surrounded by drugs and guns are struggling to survive.
Blazed out and numb, slaves to this slums this ain't livin' Jesus
We're constantly high and emotionally numb, and we're trapped in this cycle of poverty and violence that is not really living at all.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRUCE WASHINGTON, DONNA T. HUNTER, KATARI T. COX, LEROY JR. WILLIAMS, RUFUS LEE COOPER, TUPAC AMARU SHAKUR, TYRONE J. WRICE, VAL YOUNG, YAFEU FULA
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Agent Bosconian
on So Many Tears - Live
I fear only God and no human being
Even in the face of danger, I will stay strong
I have cried so much and fear that I might die soon
God, please guide me and take me to heaven if I die
I grew up in a sad, and lonely environment and it affected me in a gravely manner
I was abandoned; all alone and grew up in a community that was doomed to fail
My mind was greatly troubled and I couldn't be able to find my inner peace
I found solace and comfort in adopting a tough and rebellious lifestyle
Do you understand my pain and sorrow? I don't ever dwell on the past memories
To survive in a dangerous environment, you must react aggressively and quickly; in order to stay alive
I will always remember my friend, Kato. A good friend who has tragically died, and is no longer with us, anymore
I witnessed the day Kato perished on the streets and was calling for help
May Kato, and those who died before him, truly find peace in death
Is there really a place in heaven for a gangster like me? Always think and never forget about me
The friends that I once shared my laughter with; are now buried in their graves in the cemetery. I continue to shed countless tears for them; as I grieve for them
As I face many difficulties in the music industry, I will do whatever it takes to overcome it
People call me greedy and selfish for making money, yet they rarely can see me
I feel like I'm being cursed by the world and havin' disturbing; yet horrible premonitions
I have a fear that I will die and lie inside a coffin on a hearse, and want God's guidance and empathy
I want to escape from the problems, stress and the hurting of life
I yearned; longing for happiness and clarity in my troubled life
I'm trapped in jail and my life is in shambles
I feel like I'm doomed to go to Hell, but I don't know why
I'm in denial about my life, and I'm scared of death
If I go to hell, I will be in eternal pain and cry so much
I'm lost and tired, and I've cried so much
I'm contemplating suicide, so stay away from me
I'm intentionally moving towards death
I'm ready to die, and I feel like I have nothing to live for
The streets were ruthless, and I couldn't find peace
I'm on the verge of breaking down, and I long for peace
I lost my soul and my identity, but I was unaware
I had demons in my mind that were taking over
The demons inside me grew and ignited a fire
My head felt like a bomb ready to explode, it was a nasty game
I have no happy memories, only pain and sadness
I imagine my enemies murdering me in my sleep
I wonder if I'll live to see the next day
I ask God to pardon me for my wrongs as death approaches
God knows I tried my best, but I've seen people get killed
I witnessed innocent people, including children, being killed by drive-by shootings
I wonder why these tragedies happen as I pass by
I feel sad as I see the outline of a body on the ground and turn to drugs for comfort
I don't want this life, I want something different
There is no promising future for me; I'm trapped in the cycle of crime and violence
I feel like I'm in a never-ending maze
Alcohol made me act out and lose my mind
I've been disillusioned and now want a family
I want a family to see a better side of myself that isn't tainted by my past
I don't trust my girlfriend because she's been influenced by the negative environment around us
I hear rumors that my girlfriend is cheating on me with my friends, and I can't handle it
I collapse and pray for God to let me into heaven
I've cried countless tears and beg for God's mercy to let me into heaven
I've lost so many years and cried so many tears
God, I lost so many friends and associates, and...
God knows I tried my best, but I've seen people get killed
I witnessed innocent people, including children, being killed by drive-by shootings
I wonder why these tragedies happen as I pass by
I feel sad as I see the outline of a body on the ground and turn to drugs for comfort
I don't want this life, I want something different
There is no promising future for me; I'm trapped in the cycle of crime and violence
I feel like I'm in a never-ending maze
Alcohol made me act out and lose my mind
I've been disillusioned and now want a family
I want a family to see a better side of myself that isn't tainted by my past
I don't trust my girlfriend because she's been influenced by the negative environment around us
I hear rumors that my girlfriend is cheating on me with my friends, and I can't handle it
I collapse and pray for God to let me into heaven
I've cried countless tears and beg for God's mercy to let me into heaven
I've lost so many years and cried so many tears
God, I lost so many friends and associates, and cried so many tears
Aliyu
on 'Pac's Life
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A.Bosconian
on So Many Tears
I am not afraid of anything or anyone other than God.
Even when I am in the darkest of times and places.
I have cried so many tears because of the pain and hardships I have faced in my life.
I ask God to guide me and be with me in my journey through life.
Even as a child in elementary school, I found myself attracted to and surrounded by sadness and hopelessness.
I was abandoned and grew up among a generation of people who were doomed to fail.
My mind was constantly struggling, and I could not find a sense of peace or comfort anywhere.
I found a sense of identity and belonging when I got the tattoo of 'Thug Life' on my chest.
Do you understand the struggles and pain that I have experienced in my life?
I am not dwelling on my past mistakes, and if you want to be successful, you shouldn't be either.
In order to defend yourself and your community from violence, you must be the first one to take action. We should never forget Kato, who was killed due to senseless violence.
Kato is no longer with us and has passed away.
I witnessed violent crimes, and I've seen the aftermath of people being killed on the streets.
I hope Kato, and all those who have passed before him, are resting in peace.
Is there a place in heaven for someone like me, who has lived a life of violence and crime?
Remember me and all of my friends who have died and are now buried in the cemetery.
I address God.
I have experienced a lot of suffering throughout my life.
I have cried so many tears because of the pain and hardships I have faced in my life.
Now that I am struggling in the music industry.
I will do whatever it takes to succeed, even if it means being labeled as greedy and only focused on making money.
Even though I am chasing success, I rarely get to enjoy it or be seen by others.
I feel cursed and have a negative outlook on the world.
I am having visions of dying and leaving this world in a coffin.
I ask God if he can understand what I am going through and help me.
I want to be relieved of all the stress and suffering I feel.
I want to experience happiness again, which has been absent from my life for some time.
I feel like I am losing sight of what's important in my life.
I feel trapped in my current situation, and my quality of life is suffering as a result.
I already feel like I am destined to go to hell, and I question where I went wrong in my life.
I am unable to come to terms with my reality.
When I die, I fear that I will be punished forever in the afterlife.
I feel lost and tired.
I have cried so much that I am now having suicidal thoughts, so please don't be near me.
Everything I do feels like a complicated and difficult step.
To bring me closer to what I want to achieve.
I am prepared to accept death at any moment since I feel like I have nothing to live for.
Things were very rough and merciless on the streets.
I was never able to find peace or rest in that environment.
I am close to falling apart and screaming for peace.
Even though I was empty and lost, I couldn't understand or recognize it at the time.
My mind was plagued with negative thoughts and emotions, which were trying to escape constantly.
The negative thoughts and emotions had been planted long ago and have now taken root, and the flame of negativity is now growing stronger.
Just like a match can light a fire, the negative thoughts in my brain can also do the same, causing pain and suffering.
I have no good memories to comfort me, only sadness and suffering.
I am afraid of being attacked and killed by the people who hate me, even in my sleep.
I wonder if I will survive through the night to see the light of the new day?
I ask God for forgiveness for my past mistakes and wrongdoings.
I am trying to face my problems and come out stronger and better.
The Lord knows I have tried my best, and I have witnessed violent deaths in my community.
Drive-by shootings have resulted in the loss of many lives, including innocent children.
I wonder why these tragedies are happening in my community as I walk around and see the devastation.
I am saddened as I look at the markings on the pavement where someone has been killed, and the only way I can deal with this pain is by getting high.
I understand that this isn't the kind of life that I want for myself, and I want to change it.
I want to change my life for the better.
I feel like there is no future for me, no matter how hard I try to change.
I am trapped in the cycle of crime and violence that exists in my community.
I am lost and confused about how to get out of this situation.
The alcohol has influenced me to act more recklessly and dangerously.
I have lost faith and become cynical about life recently.
I have been wanting to have children and start a family.
I want to see a better version of myself in my children, someone who isn't always involved in negative activities.
I don't fully trust my partner because of the negative influence of our environment.
My partner has also been affected by the negative influences of our environment, and I am hearing strange noises because of how paranoid I am.
I am paranoid that my partner is cheating on me with my friends, and I can't handle the stress anymore.
I am begging God to forgive me and let me into heaven when I die.
I have lost many friends and acquaintances to violence and death.
As a result of these losses, I have cried many tears and experienced a lot of sadness.
I have experienced a lot of pain and suffering throughout my life.
A.Bosconian
on So Many Tears
The lyrics of Tupac Shakur's song "So Many Tears" explore the themes of paranoia, pain, and death. The first verse of the song presents Tupac's fearlessness of men, but not of God. The rapper then describes his life growing up, where he felt like he was surrounded by misery but found a sense of identity and belonging in the Thug Life culture. He mourns the deaths of his friends, particularly Kato, who was murdered in the streets. Tupac questions to himself whether there is heaven for a "G" and reflects on the many homies who died; that are now in the cemetery.
In the second verse, Tupac reveals his struggles in the music industry, where he feels overwhelmed by the pressure and pain. He admits to being greedy and having a vision of dying young. Tupac requests God to free him from the pain and suffering he experiences in life. The final verse of the song sees Tupac lost, weary, and suicidal. He delves into his struggles with addiction, and he starts to hear voices and experience demons in his mind. Tupac desires to change, but he feels trapped in the game, and he is unsure of his lady's loyalty.
Overall, Tupac Shakur's "So Many Tears" is a poignant song that reflects the artist's tumultuous life and his struggles with death and paranoia. The lyrics also tackle the harsh realities of growing up in the ghetto and the impact that violence and loss have on the psyche of an individual.
Gabriel Benard Cote
on California Love - Original Mix (Explicit)
2 pac is the best