Dedication
2Pac Featuring The Notorious B.I.G. Lyrics
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Lot of love back to uh
Some Bay Area artists like E-40, 4 Tay
(yup) , you know, Dru Down
And the whole crew
Talk about what made you decide
To work with them
And I know how the Bay is
The Bay is tight people, man
If you ain't there, they gone talk about you
So I want them to know, I
Love you, I feel you
I'm representing for you
So I know I got a certain
Amount of acclaim and everything
So I bring the Bay with me, and 4 Tay
He always been raw to me
And I like his style, when I was in jail
I used to listen to his stuff
So when I got out, we clicked
We did the song now he in jail
Now I got to do what he did for me
When I was in jail
He used to send out shout outs
And say how he support me and everything
Now I support 4 Tay
Everybody pray for him and send letters
I hope the brother get out of jail soon
As possible and get back to his shit
Because you know it's a struggle
For every young black man
4 Tay, you know how it is, only God can judge
I ain't trying to make you
Feel all down and bitter this is for my dog
About to pour me out a little liquor
Could of swam in the tears shedded in the Bay
Try to hold it in
Couldn't help but cry all day
I'm stressing, please with my rap
Hopefully it's working
Because when your folks leave
This earth, man, that shit be hurting
Emotional traumas
Enough to make you lose your ground
No matter what happen
Just represent and put it down
I feel I owe this to the
Real g's across the nation not just the RIP
A player's type of dedication
What's rap without the game, gangsters
And villains my fears of this calls me on
Got to make a killing
Because my voices is saying things that
I ain't ever heard of
And just because of that
A nigga wants to plot a murder?
But I got something for them suckers
Who intend to rush me
Part two, and only God can judge me
From the ghetto to the pen
Can you comprehend?
And all the real players, pour out some Hen
This my dedication to a million soldiers
May you rest in peace
This coming from the Forte
From the ghetto to the pen
Can you comprehend?
And all the real players, pour out some Hen
This my dedication, my nigga 2Pac
And you can best believe -
That it won't stop, uh
You should've known that I'd be coming back
Especially after
All the drama that done happened
Got to holler at you
Coolio hot and the Together
Brothers kicked the game
But things done got so out of
Hand that we can't even sing
This ain't a sad song
Man this some real shit
Go to clubs and chop up game
Who pump that rough shit?
Wish I could bring you all back
From heaven but I can't
Sometimes I reminisce and down a
Whole fifth of drink
But the least I could do is
Stay on the hit list
Despite the controversy
Put it down and shift the gift
Life goes on just like a show goes on
The player haters roll on
But man we oh so strong
Wish I could bring you back through the time
So we could spit some rhymes
And show them busters how players recline
So took the deepest feelings in the heart
And when the drama starts
Just ask yourself who was down
From the very start
Things just ain't the way they used to be
It seems the more money you stack
The more retracted enemies
First round draft pick, millions for baskets
Jealousy and envy results to
Nothing but caskets
And it's a cold thing for a black man
He clocking more than you clock
So you let that 9' rain?
True enough there's a lot of
Drama in a ghetto story and a lot of tears
But that comes with the territory
That's why you got to keep
The game on the shelf and by all means
Look out for your legitimate work
So let me put you up on the scoop
Because suckers like to swoop
Before you know it you got
Caught up in the pimping
And ain't nothing you can do to pay the price
Like innocent people I know with 25 to life
It's got me caught up, stuck
Trapped in a corner
But it's Westside for life
I'm representing California
And anybody who lost a loved one
Rappin' 4 Tay and Rag Top
We too willing not to feel you
May you rest in peace my dedication
The lyrics of 2Pac Featuring The Notorious B.I.G.'s song Dedication in Japanese and English depict a sense of loyalty and dedication. The song's lyrics talk about dedication to friends, homies, and loved ones while also touching upon the themes of perseverance and loyalty. The lyrics speak of a past filled with struggles, pain, and regrets, with the artists reflecting on how they're able to overcome these and move forward. The chorus narrates the importance of taking care of loved ones and going beyond simply dedicating songs to them, as one must also guide and protect them from the world's impurities. The song is a representation of the artists' appreciation of those who have always been with them, supporting them in their journey.
The song was released posthumously, after both 2Pac and The Notorious B.I.G.'s unfortunate deaths. It was produced by DJ King Assassin and initiated in 1996, but it was finally released on the 2003 album "Better Dayz." Although none of the rappers in the lyrics spoke in Japanese, the song has a Japanese chorus, which is perhaps due to the significance of Japanese culture and hip-hop to the rappers. Tupac Shakur is well known for his love for Japanese culture, especially the works of the late film director Akira Kurosawa.
Line by Line Meaning
Dedicate とろける
This song is dedicated to express a deep, emotional connection
夜の音色を静かに奏でる
The smooth melody and peace of the night creates a calming atmosphere
君の耳には 決して響かない
The message of the song may not be understood or appreciated by some people
意味は持たない
The dedication has no direct meaning, but represents a gesture of appreciation
Dedicate 守れる
The dedication is a promise to protect and keep the peace in this world
世界を汚す全てのモノから
This is a dedication to all the things that dirty up this world
今を繋げて
This dedication is meant to unite people and events of the past and present
そして替わらない唯一の君へ...。
Ultimately, this dedication is meant for that one special person who will never change
This Is Dedicated
The introduction to the dedication
To All My Friends
The dedication is for all friends out there
To All My Homies
Further emphasizing the dedication to close friends
捧げる此の音 to Every Body
The song is an offering to everyone, regardless of background or status
過去に戻り悪振り好きに生き
The past cannot be changed, so it's like living life with the love of the past bad habits
強がり買い被り Past あの時期
Putting up a front and buying things to cover up the past, those were the days
Do U know Us この言葉胸に刺す
This question stabs at the heart, emphasizing that people really don't know who the artist is
Mic に向け此の声心から出す
The voice and message are coming straight from the heart and directed to the microphone
此処へそこへ皆の耳の元へ
The sound of the dedication is meant to reach everybody, no matter where they are
源へ届け響け掛け声
This dedication is meant to resonate and reach the source of the issue
声は潰れかけていた
The voice is almost crushed, indicating a challenge or struggle
目には映らない未来の誓い
The artist has an unwavering promise about the future, not able to be seen by others
心曳かれ始めると
As the heart is being tugged and moved
きつく胸の奥叩く音響く
A heavy impact is felt deep in the artist's chest
僕の汚れ健気に見つめたね
My flaws were honestly and diligently examined
弱い無力な溜息憤り
Weak and powerless sighs of frustration
伝えたい強い想いは失くせない
The strong message and feeling cannot be lost or disappear
現実の壁は重く孤独
The truth in life is harsh and heavy, which creates loneliness
背負う程痛く
The burden is so painful
君の心には亡びゆく僕
In your heart, I am fading away
Dedicate 届ける
The dedication is sent out, to reach its destination
夜の静寂に静かに流れる
This dedication flows quietly through the silent night
決して離れないメロディー宿り
The melody will never leave the mind or soul of the listener
Dedicate 惑わす
This dedication may lead people astray or confuse them
無難に生きる不様な姿で
Living safely and without taking any risks is unbecoming
君の願いは
The listener's desire
消して変わらない世界を嘆く
Bemoaning the world that is incapable of change or progress
U know how we do, melody flow
This is how we do it, with a smooth melody
no lie don't know why...
The truth about why is not clear
聞かず嫌い
Not wanting to listen
ca caille 目 耳 確かかい?
Can you trust what you are seeing or hearing?
出来れば全てに 聞かせたい
If possible, letting everybody hear everything
破片繋げ合わせてた
Putting together fragmented pieces
絵には残せない嫌いな世界
The world is so ugly that a picture cannot capture it
心聴こえ始めると
When the heart starts to listen
永遠に叶わない夢をただ望み
Simply wishing for a dream that can never come true
疲れ果て使い古した言葉達
Words that are tired and worn out from overuse
真実の意味は脆く苦く
The true meaning is fragile and bitter
くだらなく堕落
Falling into cheap decadence
生き急ぐ程に亡びゆく僕
As I rush through life, I am fading away
Dedicate for my life your life
This dedication is for both your life and mine
いくつもの合図
Many signals that make up this dedication
説教じゃない
This is not a sermon
タダの Vibe とアドバイス
Just a vibe and some advice
心のまとまり 嫌うも好むも
Accepting everyone's emotional state, whether like or dislike
your choice My voice
Your voice and choice
そこへお届けミラクル
Delivering a miracle to you
見とけここで優しさを置け
See it here and put your kindness into practice
Sega の cuts M-A-Z のオケ
Funky cuts from Sega and smooth sounds from M-A-Z
乗って羽ばたけ C-E-S-L-A-S
Riding and soaring with C-E-S-L-A-S
yes...迷わずに say yes
Yes, say it without hesitation
風の如く迷わず踊る小説
Dancing without hesitation like the wind in a novel
新鮮さ生み出すシーケンサー
Bringing freshness through the sequencer
動作マイク操作
Actively manipulating the microphone
そうさこんなもんさ
That's what it's all about
Japon 大都市から everywhere
From the big cities of Japan to everywhere around the world
stereo 音となり yeah anywhere
Becoming a stereo sound, anywhere and everywhere
R.G.S. 広げる negociation
Expanding R.G.S. negotiation
ここではデリケート Dedication...
This dedication is delicate and sensitive
決して響かない意味は持たない
This dedication has a real and meaningful message
そして替われない唯一の君へ...
And it's solely meant for you, the one and only
夜の沈黙に静かに流れる
This dedication flows silently in the still silence of the night
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@LealVenom
REST IN PEACE TO THE KINGS! Their memory lives on through the legendary music they made!
@kingcurt7716
Those legends will never die.
@shaney114050
RIP Tupac they will never kill your music it will live for eternity Wars come and go soldiers stay eternal
@Ouchies23
R.I.P To These 5 Legends🙏
@blackrob2955
Legends never die...
@sparta117halo
All Of These Legends Are In Heaven Chilling In Their Legend Mansion , RIP To Them . Rap/Hip Hop Isnt The Same Now ...
@Sickraplyrics
This is the most amazing remix ever. I love how you had Nas introduce the song and end it, meaning when he dies he will join the five rap dons. Also, the way you had each rapper introduce themselves, it's like their stepping up one by one like mortal combat bosses or some shit. I can really imagine each one stepping up to the plate to freestyle, as if they were all in heaven taking turns spitting. Eazy-E Methodical Tupac Rage Biggie Aggression Big L Viciousness Big Pun Brutality
@MExiCAbrownBOY
Rest In Peace To all these legends the rap game will never be the same with out them. Guess some of us just have to wait until we see them in Thugz Mansion.
@5629hustlers9268
its not about who likes who..its about staying real. I give love to both west side and east side.
@akawellimakaweli6580
Legends Never Die !