Alone / EA6
6LACK Lyrics

I know that but being around, in that atmosphere and seeing how people move, you know, Seeing how, how they make records, you know, what kind of record they make
Observing other people in the music industry has made me realize that their formula and approach to success is not what I want for myself.

I'm just like, I don't want this shit for myself and I don't ever want niggas to try to pull me into that. 'Cause I've been told a couple times like, "Hey, do this shit man, do that" And I'm like man, I don't want, I don't that for me man. And if I keep tellin' y'all I don't want that shit for me And y'all keep, you know, tryna nudge and push...
I am constantly resisting the pressure from others in the industry who try to persuade me to change my sound and approach to conform to theirs.

I understand y'all got your vision and y'all got your formula but that shit don't work for me man. I'm not gonna conform, I'm not settling for that shit. 'Cause if I do it once and it pop, I'ma have to keep doing that shit over and over again. You can't build no fanbase like that. You, you become, you become, you become a fuckin' song instead of a person. That shit, I'm not, I'm not tryna be that man.
I acknowledge that other artists have found success through a certain formula but I refuse to follow blindly. I won't allow myself to become just a catchy song and sacrifice my artistic integrity for short term fame and money.

Ummmm, migraines from overthinking I'm tryna let go, I'm tryna let go Let go of the past, man that shit been tryna creep up, up Contemplatin' on if I'm really as strong as I thought, bitch I might be Quick to pull me down but as much as I've seen, I can't fall, it's unlikely
I'm dealing with mental strain from overthinking and trying to move on from past mistakes. While I sometimes doubt my own strength and resilience, I have seen and overcome obstacles that prove otherwise.

Shit get a little twisted up I put my troubles in the dirty then I mix it up I'm bouta change my number Like I haven't switched enough This is home And you ain't Zone 6 enough
My life can be chaotic and confusing but I use my music as a way to sort through my struggles. I constantly need to change and grow as a person, and sometimes that means cutting ties with people and places that no longer help me grow.

Gone I'm from East Atlanta Zone If you ain't from it Take your ass home I let my heart talk, keep my mental strong Speak the whole truth 'til my money long
I take pride in my East Atlanta roots and don't let anyone tell me otherwise. As an artist, I remain true to myself and speak my truth, even if it might not bring immediate financial success.

Half of them don't even know your name. I don't want that, I want people to know who the fuck I am. I want people to know what I stand for. I want people to be personal and know, "This is 6LACK, this is what he believe in" What we need to talk about Get gone, get gone, yea yea
I don't want to be a faceless artist who's only known for a hit song and nothing else. I want my fans to get to know the real me and my values through my music.

Got the past whispering in my ear He flaw, she flaw, what's wrong? I got troubles, and they won't leave me alone It seems like everybody got something to say Everybody got a look they tryna get off of their face Everybody got an opinion And I don't want one Trying to tell me a better way to do some shit That you ain't ever done
The past can be haunting and it's difficult to ignore criticism and commentary from others. However, I refuse to let others tell me what to do when they haven't walked in my shoes.

Sips drink in the booth Black down to my shoes Kick shit with my troops Kicking shit, Ryu You not with the shit why you Front for those who don't matter When they not thinking about you If I learned anything It would probably be to listen more than I talk
While recording, I am focused and confident in myself and my team. I don't waste time with people who don't matter and I prioritize listening to others over talking.

And don't brag about what I got Just multiply what I brought I never dwell on a loss Never give a nigga sauce He might run off with it all Get gone get gone Yea yea Get gone get gone He flaw, she flaw, what's wrong
I don't believe in boasting about my success or letting others know how much I've accomplished. Instead, I focus on self-improvement and never let a loss get me down. I don't share my secrets with others who might use them against me.

On the record, off the record Feel like I'm more of myself than I've ever been Which is something you gotta come to face with I thought I was fully myself 24/7 But nope, like right now is how I'm supposed to feel all the time How I'm supposed to be all the time How I'm supposed to think all the time Now I know going out of this, leaving this That will follow me. It doesn't end with this I take it, I live with it every day
Through my journey as an artist, I've become more authentic and true to myself. I've realized that this is who I am supposed to be and that I carry this with me everywhere I go and in everything I do.

I see the people around me I feel so much I wanna put it in words Try and figure where to go with it But I just feel so much I know they don't even feel as much as I feel That's alright We have 2 different purposes Clearly my purpose is some shit that's way fucking bigger than me Then it gets completely quiet when im at the beach I know I'm one person but I kinda feel like this ripple effect is gonna impact a lot of people I feel God talking and when he talks everything else is silent
I'm an empathetic person and feel deeply about the people around me. I am struggling to express this in my music and figure out how to channel these emotions. However, I trust that my purpose is bigger than myself and that my actions will have a positive impact on others. I feel connected to a higher power who guides me.

Summer 2011 Almost lost my faith in god Same time I never prayed so hard Took control of my life so I wouldn't have to take no job Press play I couldn't take no pause I'm from east Atlanta 6 they don't play that shit In east Atlanta six you better make that lick Or they be at your front door with that gun doe Know them niggas Nick Cannon with the fucking drum roll East side till a nigga die Beast mode till a nigga cry Sensei make a nigga fly Shit hard but you gotta try If I can do it, you can do it Time to be a better guy I found the answer ridin' down Candler I'm late for court 'cause traffic on Moreland I'm trying to preach to yall what's important So hard for me to ignore ignorance I don't know why I feel it's my place I know you see the pain in my face I call the shots and move at my pace But I understand its all a big race I understand you want that big face They offer and hey Its hard for me to say I wouldn't bite the bait they threw me Be cautious where you play It's darkness in the A A-town stomp on the old me Used to ride through the hood with the slow creep People gon' love what they don't need I remember what the OG's told me You better shine bright when the lights down Less talk, more show, nigga pipe down 'Cause words ain't shit but your thoughts out loud And thoughts are the opposite of showin' nigga's how Be cautious where you play, there's darkness in the A
I reflect on my past struggles, including a moment where I lost faith in a higher power but ultimately found the strength to take control of my life. I honor my East Atlanta roots and the hustle that comes with it. I try to preach what's important and educate others, but it's difficult to ignore the ignorance of others. I am cautious of who I work with and what opportunities I take, and remind myself of the harsh realities of the world. I take to heart the advice of those who came before me to shine and let my actions speak for themselves, rather than just talking.