Shakur was born in New York City to parents who were both political activists and Black Panther Party members. Raised by his mother, he relocated to Baltimore in 1984 and to the San Francisco Bay Area in 1988. With the release of his debut album 2Pacalypse Now in 1991, he became a central figure in West Coast hip-hop for his conscious rap lyrics. Shakur achieved further critical and commercial success with his follow-up albums Strictly 4 My N.I.G.G.A.Z... (1993) and Me Against the World (1995). His Diamond certified album All Eyez on Me (1996), the first double-length album in hip-hop history, abandoned his introspective lyrics for volatile gangsta rap. In addition to his music career, Shakur also found considerable success as an actor, with his starring roles in Juice (1992), Poetic Justice (1993), Above the Rim (1994), Bullet (1996), Gridlock'd (1997), and Gang Related (1997).
During the later part of his career, Shakur was shot five times in the lobby of a New York recording studio and experienced legal troubles, including incarceration. In 1995, Shakur served eight months in prison on sexual abuse charges, but was released pending an appeal of his conviction. Following his release, he signed to Marion "Suge" Knight's label Death Row Records and became heavily involved in the growing East Coast–West Coast hip hop rivalry. On September 7, 1996, Shakur was shot four times by an unidentified assailant in a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas; he died six days later. Following his murder, Shakur's friend-turned-rival, the Notorious B.I.G., was at first considered a suspect due to their public feud, but was also murdered in another drive-by shooting six months later in March 1997 while visiting Los Angeles.
Five more albums have been released since Shakur's death, all of which have been certified Platinum in the United States. In 2002, Shakur was inducted into the Hip-Hop Hall of Fame. In 2017, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility. Rolling Stone magazine ranked Shakur among the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time.
Shakur was born on June 16, 1971, in the East Harlem section of Manhattan in New York City. While born Lesane Parish Crooks, at age one he was renamed Tupac Amaru Shakur. He was named after Túpac Amaru II, the descendant of the last Incan ruler, Túpac Amaru, who was executed in Peru in 1781 after his failed revolt against Spanish rule. Shakur's mother explained, "I wanted him to have the name of revolutionary, indigenous people in the world. I wanted him to know he was part of a world culture and not just from a neighborhood."
Shakur had an older stepbrother, Mopreme "Komani" Shakur, and a half-sister, Sekyiwa Shakur, two years his junior.
I Ain't Mad At Cha )
2Pac Lyrics
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I guess change is good for any of us
Whatever it take for any of y'all niggas to get up out the hood
Shit, I'm witcha, I ain't mad at cha
Got nothin' but love for ya, do your thing, boy
Yeah, all the homies that I ain't talk to in a while
I'ma send this one out for y'all, kna' mean?
Heard y'all tearin' up shit out there, kickin' up dust
Givin' a motherfuck
Yeah, niggas (mad at cha)
'Cause I ain't mad at cha
Now we was once two niggas of the same kind
Quick to holla at a hoochie with the same line
You was just a little smaller but you still rolled
Got stretched to Y.A. and hit the hood swole
'Member when you had a Jheri Curl, didn't quite learn
On the block, witcha Glock, trippin' off sherm
Collect calls to the till, sayin' how ya changed
Oh, you a Muslim now, no more dope game
Heard you might be comin' home, just got bail
Wanna go to the Mosque, don't wanna chase tail
I seems I lost my little homie, he's a changed man
Hit the pen' and now no sinnin' is the game plan
When I talk about money, all you see is the struggle
When I tell you I'm livin' large, you tell me it's trouble
Congratulations on the weddin', I hope your wife know
She got a playa for life, and that's no bullshittin'
I know we grew apart, you probably don't remember
I used to fiend for your sister, but never went up in her
And I can see us after school, we'd bomb
On the first motherfucker with the wrong shit on
Now the whole shit's changed, and we don't even kick it
Got a big money scheme, and you ain't even with it
Hmm, knew in my heart you was the same motherfucker that
Go toe-to-toe when it's time for roll, you got a brother's back
And I can't even trip, 'cause I'm just laughin' at cha
You tryin' hard to maintain, then go 'head
'Cause I ain't mad at cha
(Hmm) (I ain't mad at cha)
I ain't, mad, at cha (I ain't mad at cha)
I ain't, mad, at cha
We used to be like distant cousins, fightin', playin' dozens
Whole neighborhood buzzin', knowin', that we wasn't
Used to catch us on the roof or behind the stairs
I'm gettin' blitzed and I reminisce on all the times we shared
Besides bumpin' and grindin', wasn't nothin' on our mind
In time we learned to live a life of crime
Rewind us back, to a time was much too young to know
I caught a felony lovin' the way the guns blow
And even though we separated, you said that you'd wait
Don't give nobody no coochie while I be locked upstate
I kiss my mama goodbye, and wipe the tears from her lonely eyes
Said I'll return but I gotta fight the fate's arrived
Don't shed a tear, 'cause mama I ain't happy here
I'm through trial, no more smiles, for a couple years
They got me goin' mad, I'm knockin' busters on they backs
In my cell, thinkin, "Hell, I know one day I'll be back"
As soon as I touch down
I told my girl I'll be there, so prepare, to get fucked down
The homies wanna kick it, but I'm just laughin' at cha
'Cause you's a down-ass bitch, and I ain't mad at cha
I ain't, mad, at cha (I ain't mad at cha)
I ain't, mad, at cha (a true down-ass bitch, and I ain't mad at cha)
Well, guess who's movin' up? This nigga's ballin' now
Bitches be callin' to get it, hookers keep fallin' down
He went from nothin' to lots, ten karats to rock
Went from a nobody nigga to the big, man on the block
He's Mister Local Celebrity, addicted to move a key
Most hated by enemy, escape in the luxury
See, first you was our nigga but you made it, so the choice is made
Now we gotta slay you while you faded, in the younger days
So full of pain while the weapons blaze
Gettin' so high off that bomb, hopin' we make it, to the better days
'Cause crime pays, and in time
You'll find a rhyme'll blaze
You'll feel the fire from the niggas in my younger days
So many changed on me, so many tried to plot
That I keep a Glock beside my head, when will it stop?
'Til God return me to my essence
'Cause even as a adolescent, I refuse to be a convalescent
So many questions, and they ask me if I'm still down
I moved up out of the ghetto, so I ain't real now?
They got so much to say, but I'm just laughin' at cha
You niggas just don't know, but I ain't mad at cha (I)
I ain't, mad at cha (and I ain't mad at cha)
I ain't mad (hell nah I ain't mad at cha) at cha
I ain't, mad at cha (and I ain't mad at cha)
I ain't, mad at cha (I ain't mad at cha)
I ain't, mad at cha, no
I ain't mad at cha
The song “I Ain’t Mad at Cha” by Tupac Shakur is a tribute to his friends who were left behind in the hood while he had achieved superstardom. He acknowledges that change is necessary for everyone to get out of the hood and make a better life, and urges his friends to pursue their goals. He reminisces about his childhood and past with his friends, talking about how they used to have each other's backs in good and bad times. He tells his friends he still loves them and wishes them the best in life, even though they have taken different paths.
The lyrics are an ode to the kinship that Tupac shared with his childhood friends. He describes the changes that have occurred in their lives since the days they were living in the hood. Tupac’s friends may have taken up a life of crime, just like he did, but he does not judge them for their choices; instead, he acknowledges that their circumstances have forced them down such a path. At its core, the song is about staying loyal to those who stood by you when times were tough, even when life takes you on different paths.
Line by Line Meaning
Change, shit
Change can be difficult, but it can also be beneficial.
I guess change is good for any of us
Change can be positive and beneficial for everyone.
Whatever it take for any of y'all niggas to get up out the hood
Whatever it takes for you to escape the hardships and struggles of the neighborhood.
Shit, I'm witcha, I ain't mad at cha
I support you and understand your desire to improve your life.
Got nothin' but love for ya, do your thing, boy
I have nothing but love and respect for you, so pursue your goals and dreams.
Yeah, all the homies that I ain't talk to in a while
This is dedicated to all my friends whom I haven't spoken to in a long time.
I'ma send this one out for y'all, kna' mean?
I'm sharing this message and song to express my thoughts and feelings to all of you.
'Cause I ain't mad at cha
I hold no resentment or anger towards any of you.
Heard y'all tearin' up shit out there, kickin' up dust
I've heard about the trouble and chaos you've been causing out there.
Givin' a motherfuck
Causing a lot of trouble and not caring about the consequences.
Yeah, niggas (mad at cha)
Many people are angered by your actions.
'Cause I ain't mad at cha
But despite everything, I still hold no anger towards you.
Now we was once two niggas of the same kind
We used to be close friends who shared a similar background.
Quick to holla at a hoochie with the same line
We both used to approach women with the same pickup lines.
You was just a little smaller but you still rolled
You were younger and smaller than me, but you still held your own.
Got stretched to Y.A. and hit the hood swole
You got sent to Youth Authority and came back to the neighborhood stronger.
'Member when you had a Jheri Curl, didn't quite learn
Remember when you used to have a Jheri Curl hairstyle? You were still learning.
On the block, witcha Glock, trippin' off sherm
We used to hang out on the streets, with you carrying a gun and getting high on PCP.
Collect calls to the till, sayin' how ya changed
I received phone calls from you while you were in prison, telling me about your transformation.
Oh, you a Muslim now, no more dope game
I heard that you converted to Islam and left behind your involvement in drug dealing.
Heard you might be comin' home, just got bail
I heard the news that you might be released from jail, you recently posted bail.
Wanna go to the Mosque, don't wanna chase tail
You expressed your desire to go to the Mosque instead of pursuing casual sexual encounters.
I seems I lost my little homie, he's a changed man
It appears that I lost my close friend, as you've transformed into a different person.
Hit the pen' and now no sinnin' is the game plan
Being in prison has made you focus on living a righteous life.
When I talk about money, all you see is the struggle
Whenever I mention wealth and success, all you perceive is the difficulty and hardship behind it.
When I tell you I'm livin' large, you tell me it's trouble
When I inform you that I'm successful and enjoying a luxurious lifestyle, you believe it will lead to problems.
Congratulations on the weddin', I hope your wife know
Congratulations on your marriage. I hope your wife understands.
She got a playa for life, and that's no bullshittin'
You have a loyal partner for life, and I genuinely mean it.
I know we grew apart, you probably don't remember
I acknowledge that we've drifted apart and you may not recall our past memories.
I used to fiend for your sister, but never went up in her
I used to have a strong desire for your sister, but I never pursued a sexual relationship with her.
And I can see us after school, we'd bomb
I can envision us hanging out after school and causing trouble.
On the first motherfucker with the wrong shit on
We would target and confront anyone who wore or portrayed something offensive or disrespectful.
Now the whole shit's changed, and we don't even kick it
But now everything has changed, and we don't even spend time together anymore.
Got a big money scheme, and you ain't even with it
I have a lucrative plan that could make us a lot of money, but you're not interested or involved.
Hmm, knew in my heart you was the same motherfucker that
Deep down, I always knew that you were the same loyal person who
Go toe-to-toe when it's time for roll, you got a brother's back
Would always have my back and stand up for me when it came to confrontations or conflicts.
And I can't even trip, 'cause I'm just laughin' at cha
I can't even get angry or upset with you because I find it amusing and ironic.
You tryin' hard to maintain, then go 'head
You're putting in a lot of effort to keep yourself stable and on the right path, so go ahead.
'Cause I ain't mad at cha
Because I hold no resentment or anger towards you.
I ain't, mad, at cha (I ain't mad at cha)
I have no animosity or ill feelings towards you.
We used to be like distant cousins, fightin', playin' dozens
We had a close bond, like distant relatives, always engaging in playful arguments and teasing.
Whole neighborhood buzzin', knowin', that we wasn't
The entire neighborhood was aware of our friendship and knew that we were troublemakers.
Used to catch us on the roof or behind the stairs
People would often find us hanging out on the roof or hiding behind the stairs.
I'm gettin' blitzed and I reminisce on all the times we shared
I'm getting intoxicated and remembering all the memories and experiences we had together.
Besides bumpin' and grindin', wasn't nothin' on our mind
Aside from engaging in physical intimacy, we didn't have any other serious thoughts or aspirations.
In time we learned to live a life of crime
As we grew older, we became involved in a criminal lifestyle.
Rewind us back, to a time was much too young to know
If we could go back in time to when we were too young to fully understand the consequences of our actions.
I caught a felony lovin' the way the guns blow
I ended up with a felony charge because I was fascinated by the power and impact of firearms.
And even though we separated, you said that you'd wait
Even though we went our separate ways, you assured me that you would wait for my return.
Don't give nobody no coochie while I be locked upstate
Please refrain from engaging in any sexual activity while I am incarcerated.
I kiss my mama goodbye, and wipe the tears from her lonely eyes
I bid farewell to my mother and comforted her as she cried from the sadness of our separation.
Said I'll return but I gotta fight the fate's arrived
I promised that I would come back, but first I need to face and overcome the circumstances that have befallen me.
Don't shed a tear, 'cause mama I ain't happy here
Please don't cry, because, Mom, I am not content or fulfilled in this place.
I'm through trial, no more smiles, for a couple years
I am going through a difficult and challenging time, and it will be years until I can smile again.
They got me goin' mad, I'm knockin' busters on they backs
This environment is driving me crazy, and I am resorting to violence against those who oppose me.
In my cell, thinkin, 'Hell, I know one day I'll be back'
While confined in my prison cell, I reflect and think, 'Damn, I know one day I'll be back in the outside world.'
As soon as I touch down
Once I am released and return to my community.
I told my girl I'll be there, so prepare, to get fucked down
I informed my girlfriend that I will be there for her, so she should be ready for passionate intimacy when I return.
The homies wanna kick it, but I'm just laughin' at cha
My friends want to hang out, but I find it amusing because they can't comprehend the challenges I've faced.
'Cause you's a down-ass bitch, and I ain't mad at cha
Because you are a loyal and supportive woman, I hold no resentment or anger towards you.
Well, guess who's movin' up? This nigga's ballin' now
Guess who's making progress and achieving success? I am now living a lavish and wealthy lifestyle.
Bitches be callin' to get it, hookers keep fallin' down
Women are constantly reaching out, seeking my attention, and prostitutes are readily available.
He went from nothin' to lots, ten karats to rock
I went from having nothing to having a lot, now wearing expensive jewelry with ten-carat diamonds.
Went from a nobody nigga to the big, man on the block
I transformed from being an insignificant person to becoming the most prominent figure in the neighborhood.
He's Mister Local Celebrity, addicted to move a key
I am now a well-known local celebrity, and I am addicted to trafficking drugs.
Most hated by enemy, escape in the luxury
I am despised and targeted by my enemies, but I find solace in my luxurious lifestyle.
See, first you was our nigga but you made it, so the choice is made
Initially, you were one of us, but due to your success, you made a different choice.
Now we gotta slay you while you faded, in the younger days
Now we have to kill you while you're vulnerable and distracted, just like in our younger days.
So full of pain while the weapons blaze
There is so much pain and sorrow when the guns are fired and violence erupts.
Gettin' so high off that bomb, hopin' we make it, to the better days
We intoxicate ourselves with drugs, hoping that one day we'll escape this dangerous lifestyle and find better days.
'Cause crime pays, and in time
Engaging in criminal activities can lead to financial benefits, and over time
You'll find a rhyme'll blaze
You'll discover that a poetic line will ignite a passion for change.
You'll feel the fire from the niggas in my younger days
You'll experience the intense determination and ambition that characterized me during my youth.
So many changed on me, so many tried to plot
Many people have turned against me and attempted to scheme or conspire against me.
That I keep a Glock beside my head, when will it stop?
That's why I constantly keep a gun next to my head, wondering when all of this hostility and danger will end.
'Til God return me to my essence
I will continue to navigate these difficult circumstances until God restores me to my true self.
'Cause even as a adolescent, I refuse to be a convalescent
Even when I was young, I refused to become weak or idle while recovering from an illness or injury.
So many questions, and they ask me if I'm still down
People constantly question my loyalty and ask if I am still committed to our original way of life.
I moved up out of the ghetto, so I ain't real now?
Just because I've left the ghetto and improved my circumstances, does that mean I'm no longer authentic?
They got so much to say, but I'm just laughin' at cha
Many people have plenty of opinions and criticism, but I find it amusing and choose not to be bothered.
You niggas just don't know, but I ain't mad at cha (I)
You all are unaware of the challenges I've faced, but I still hold no resentment or anger towards you.
I ain't, mad, at cha (and I ain't mad at cha)
I have no animosity or ill feelings towards you.
I ain't mad (hell nah I ain't mad at cha) at cha
I am not angry or upset at you.
I ain't, mad, at cha (and I ain't mad at cha)
I have no animosity or ill feelings towards you.
I ain't, mad, at cha
I don't hold any resentment or anger towards you.
Lyrics © ENTERTAINMENT ONE U.S. LP, Universal Music Publishing Group, OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
Written by: Delmar Arnaud, Danny Steward, Tupac Shakur, Etterlene Jordan
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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
Nice
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)
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