Jezebel
2Pac & Sade Lyrics
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She probably had less than every one of us
But when she knew how to walk, she knew
How to bring the house down
Can't blame her for her beauty
She wins with her hands down
Jezebel, what a belle
How did you get that?
"Do you really want to know," she said
It would seem she's on her way
It's more, more than just a dream
She put on her stockings and shoes
Had nothing to lose, she said it was worth it
Reach for the top
And the sun is gonna shine
"Every winter was a war", she said
"I want to get what's mine"
Jezebel, Jezebel
Won't try to deny where she came from
You can see it in her pride
And the raven in her eyes
Try show her a better way
She'll say, "you don't know what you've been missing"
By the time she blinks, you know she won't be listening
"Reach for the top," she said
"And the sun is gonna shine"
"Every winter was a war," she said
"I want to get what's mine"
The song Jezebel by 2Pac and Sade tells the story of a woman who overcomes her humble beginnings and rises to greatness through her talent and beauty. The lyrics speak of Jezebel as a woman who was not born into wealth but had a natural ability to capture the attention of those around her. The song suggests that she has achieved success through her determination and strength of character.
The lyrics describe how the character of Jezebel is confident in her abilities and is willing to take risks to achieve her goals. She is not ashamed of her heritage and reveals that every winter was a war for her. This implies that she has struggled to achieve her successes, but has never given up. The chorus suggests that she is a proud woman who will not be deterred by anyone who tries to bring her down. She has set her sights on reaching the top, and she is determined to succeed.
The message of the song is that anyone can achieve success, regardless of their background or circumstances. It is also a celebration of the strength and resilience of women. Through Jezebel's story, the song encourages listeners to follow their dreams, take risks, and work hard to achieve their goals.
Line by Line Meaning
Jezebel wasn't born with a silver spoon in her mouth
Jezebel didn't come from a wealthy background like most of us.
She probably had less than every one of us
Jezebel's family was likely struggling financially.
But when she knew how to walk, she knew
Despite her upbringing, Jezebel had a clear sense of purpose from early on.
How to bring the house down
Jezebel had a talent for captivating others and leaving a lasting impression.
Can't blame her for her beauty
Jezebel's good looks were not something she could control or be held responsible for.
She wins with her hands down
Jezebel's natural charm and poise allow her to effortlessly come out on top.
Jezebel, what a belle
Jezebel is a striking and enchanting figure.
Looks like a princess in her new dress
Jezebel's elegance and grace make her resemble royalty.
How did you get that?
The artist is asking Jezebel how she achieved her current status or appearance.
"Do you really want to know," she said
Jezebel is challenging the artist's sincerity while also hinting that there may be more beneath the surface.
It would seem she's on her way
Jezebel appears to be making progress toward her goals.
It's more, more than just a dream
Jezebel's aspirations are ambitious and she believes they can become reality.
She put on her stockings and shoes
Jezebel is preparing to take action toward her objectives.
Had nothing to lose, she said it was worth it
Jezebel is willing to take risks to achieve her objectives and feels the potential reward justifies any potential loss.
Reach for the top
Jezebel's goal is to succeed and be the best.
And the sun is gonna shine
Jezebel believes that if she works hard, she will eventually succeed.
"Every winter was a war", she said
Jezebel has experienced hardship and difficulty in achieving her goals.
"I want to get what's mine"
Jezebel is determined to claim what she feels she deserves.
Jezebel, Jezebel
The singer is addressing or describing Jezebel.
Won't try to deny where she came from
Jezebel is proud of her origins and doesn't feel the need to hide or downplay them.
You can see it in her pride
Jezebel carries herself with confidence and dignity, reflecting her self-respect and satisfaction with her beginnings.
And the raven in her eyes
Jezebel's gaze is intense and powerful, conveying her determination and focus.
Try show her a better way
If someone tries to suggest an alternative path to Jezebel, she may be resistant or skeptical.
She'll say, "you don't know what you've been missing"
Jezebel may believe that she is already on the right track and that the suggested alternative would not be an improvement.
By the time she blinks, you know she won't be listening
Jezebel is determined to follow her own path and won't be swayed by others' opinions or advice.
"Reach for the top," she said
Jezebel is encouraging herself or someone else to strive for greatness.
"And the sun is gonna shine"
Jezebel is optimistic about the path to success and believes that hard work will lead to positive outcomes.
"Every winter was a war," she said
Jezebel has endured difficulties and challenges in her endeavors.
"I want to get what's mine"
Jezebel is determined to earn or attain what she deserves.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Stuart Matthewman, Helen Adu
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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[Intro]
Young mothers (that's right)
I feel ya (hey)
I know how it is
Mama's just a little girl (just a little girl)
Don't nobody understand
I feel ya
[Verse 1: 2Pac]
She was born a heavy set girl with pigtails and curls
A heart full of gold, still it won't change the world
Though she could never understand why
Some underhanded plans witnessed a man die
Was only fifteen, should have been a beauty queen, still
See her cryin' by the caskets when her parents got killed
Little girl don't cry, cuz even though they died
You can best believe they're watchin' over thee from the sky
Never asked for this misery, but look at what you're gettin'
It's a blessin' in disguise when you find out you're pregnant
No money, no home, and even though you're all alone
You gots to do this on your own, so baby gone
I wish you luck and if you need me, call
Just come to me and let me feed you all
I can understand; the way it feels when you're fightin' the world
Facin' all this drama when Mama's just a little girl
[Hook: 2Pac & Sade]
Jezebel wasn't born (Mama's just a little girl)
With a silver spoon in her mouth
She probably had less (Mama's just a little girl)
Than every one of us
Hold her head up high, heh
[Verse 2: 2Pac]
At sixteen
What a beautiful thing, the very essence of a jet-black ebony queen
And who could tell she'd get pregnant at an early age? (what?!)
She didn't listen, had sex, watch her belly raise (hey)
Got violated by someone she dated
If this is fate, I'd hate to see the seeds she created, and so we waited
Though it takes time to build a body and a mind
She reclines nine months then finally it's time
What do we find? Little growin' boy of mine
With a tortured soul, addicted to a life of crime
Had no time for the growin' stage
He learned his values on the streets at an early age
Watch for police, don't come home (why?)
Cuz Mama's actin' crazy at the ho-spit-al
'bout to have another baby
Like a rose from the concrete, growin' within
Blessed with twins how the hell can Mama raise three men?
So we began, closest family, such insanity
A happy home, from one act of inhumanity
Plus Mama said the seed was corrupted
Used to rub Her belly, beggin' us to breathe and she'd loved us
Now, Mama, sits quiet, sippin' peppermint Schnapps
Turned the house into a spot and made her watch for cops (hey)
How could Mama bring a thug like me in this world?
She ain't the cause of all the drama
Cause Mama's just a little girl
[Hook: 2Pac & Sade]
Jezebel wasn't born (Mama's just a little girl)
With a silver spoon in her mouth
She probably had less (Mama's just a little girl)
Than every one of us
(How could she raise us)
[Verse 3: 2Pac]
Now, will she remain in the same spot?
The gunshots rang, they came from the 'caine spot
Now, look here, I see her clutchin' her son in her arms, she's hurt
Her heart bleeds, now she watched her seed die in the dirt
Fulfilled prophecy
But who could stop the grief I walk around, tryin' to hold the world, up on top of me
I'd probably be an innocent man, still I'm the victim of a curse
What could be worse? Nothing but pain, since my birth
Only functions at the Pen', cuz everybody's in
Payin' back society, I'm guilty of a life of sin
I watch the drama occur, my eyes blur before I jetted
I wonder why we all have to die 'fore we get it
Though we shed tears, so many peers I've done buried
Worried and scared, knowin' I'ma see the cemetery
Must be prepared, in this cold world, no one cares
No! It ain't fair, but we all bear and do our share
In this land of the underhanded schemes and plans
Vivid dreams of a nigga havin' G's in hand
Mama told me not to be a punk
Fuck what you talkin' about, coward, what you niggas want? (hey)
There ain't a thing I wouldn't do for my Mama in this world
Cause you know I ain't mad at cha, (Less than everyone of us) you're just a little girl
See, Mama's just a little girl
[Hook: 2Pac & Sade]
Jezebel wasn't born
With a silver spoon in her mouth
She probably had less
Than (Mama's just a little girl) every one of us
Y'all ain't facin' all this drama cause mama just a little girl
[Collision: 2Pac]
They ask us why we mutilate each other like we do
And wonder why we hold such little worth for human life (Facin' all this drama, when mama's just a little girl)
To ask us why we turn from bad to worse, is to ignore from which we came (Mama's just a little girl)
You see, you wouldn't ask why the rose that grew from the concrete had damaged petals
On the contrary
(Jezebel)
We would all celebrate its tenacity
We would all love its will to reach the sun
(Wasn't born)
Well, we are the roses (we are the roses)
(With a silver spoon in her mouth)
This is the concrete (this is the concrete)
(She probably had)
And these are my damaged petals (these are my damaged petals)
Don't ask me why (don't ask why)
(Less than every one of us)
Thank God, nigga (thank god)
Ask me how (Ahahaha)
You see, Mama's just a little girl
Jezebel wasn't born
With a silver spoon in her mouth
She probably had less than every one of us...
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