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Thorn
8Ball Lyrics
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The world fuckin' wit me tryin' to stop my ambition
And niggas talkin' 'bout me, I know they hopin' and wishing
That I'ma give it up or quit but I say fuck all these bitches
Niggas talk too much, lemme tell you this
If you ain't seen where I been you can't tell me shit
Spirits walking with me, I close my eyes and follow
I heard it all before, all the lies and excuses
Don't wanna see no more, stupid shit I throw deuces
Dog I'm out the door this so simple and plain
I keep it hardcore you gon' remember my name
They call me Fatboy, I'm such a pro at this thang
The whole key work hard get your doe at this thang
But people look at me judge before they see the man
Cash stones I'm losin' for they deal my hand, come on
Could you roll one up, toe beneath me
The devil got a player down on his knees
I don't know why niggas think they wanna be like me
You've gotta see what I see before you be like me
What you live for the truth but give nothing but pain
To anything evil for you soften your game
Words give life to the things that we think about
Life is hell we go to Heaven when we make it out
Yea, I'm like a thorn on a rosebush
Hard and prickly and discarded usually
Unseen, the world shittin' on my hopes and dreams
Hope and dream that I can open up my throat and sing
Bring poetry and fly when I spread my wings
And let the world see the beauty in these ugly things
Scarred, like a scab, brittle and hard
Being green and lame greens little reward
Slipping is a mistake and most they pay for it
Gruesomly hideouse, so you really can't ignore it
Yo, you see them pretty motherfuckas on the TV screen
Live and die for that fake shit on MTV
Turn the cameras off and watch your heroes transform
Runnin' away from what real life did for 'em
Under the glitter and the bling of them expensive things
That's where you find that truth and dog that'll set you free
The real shit is the shit that I would want for me
Not them fools tryin' to copy everything they see
This I will never be from me you'll never see
Before I do it I'll say fuck this whole industry
Could ya roll one up smoke with me please
The devil got a player down on his knees
I don't know why niggas think they wanna be like me
You gotta see what I see before you be like me
Would you live for the truth but give nothing but pain
To anything evil puttin' soft in your game
Words give life to the things that we think about
Life is hell we go to heaven when we make it out
Yea fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em
Yea fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em
Yea fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em
Fuck 'em, fuck 'em, yea fuck 'em, fuck 'em
The lyrics of 8Ball's song "Thorn" express the rapper's experience of dealing with people who are trying to bring him down and discourage him from achieving his goals. The first verse describes the temptation to give up in the face of adversity but also the determination to push through it. The second verse addresses the criticism and judgment that come with fame and success, and the importance of staying true to oneself. The chorus emphasizes the idea that one must create their own reality and not be influenced by others' negative opinions or actions. The final verse alludes to the facade and artificiality of the entertainment industry and encourages listeners to seek authenticity and truth.
The imagery of the "thorn on a rosebush" in the chorus is symbolic of the rapper's resilience and ability to thrive in difficult situations. The line "Spirits walking with me" suggests a belief in unseen forces or guidance that help him stay strong. The repetition of the phrase "fuck 'em" throughout the song emphasizes the rapper's defiance and refusal to let others dictate his path.
Overall, "Thorn" is a powerful anthem about perseverance and self-confidence in the face of adversity. It encourages listeners to stay true to their goals and beliefs, regardless of outside opinions or obstacles.
Line by Line Meaning
Temptation talking to me, I try my best not to listen
I struggle to resist temptation that steers me away from my goals.
The world fuckin' wit me tryin' to stop my ambition
The world is trying to sabotage my aspirations and progress.
And niggas talkin' 'bout me, I know they hopin' and wishing
That I'ma give it up or quit but I say fuck all these bitches
People are gossiping and hoping for my failure, but I refuse to give up or let it get to me.
Niggas talk too much, lemme tell you this
If you ain't seen where I been you can't tell me shit
People who haven't experienced what I have are in no position to judge or criticize me.
Spirits walking with me, I close my eyes and follow
I live for today, I might not see tomorrow
I feel guided by unseen forces and focus on living in the present moment, since tomorrow is not guaranteed.
I heard it all before, all the lies and excuses
Don't wanna see no more, stupid shit I throw deuces
I'm tired of hearing excuses and false promises and I'm done tolerating it.
Dog I'm out the door this so simple and plain
I keep it hardcore you gon' remember my name
I'm leaving behind all the drama and keeping my approach raw and memorable.
They call me Fatboy, I'm such a pro at this thang
The whole key work hard get your doe at this thang
I am skilled and experienced in my profession, and the key to success is working hard to get paid.
But people look at me judge before they see the man
Cash stones I'm losin' for they deal my hand, come on
People judge me based on my appearance without getting to know me, and I'm losing money due to circumstances beyond my control.
Could you roll one up, toe beneath me
The devil got a player down on his knees
I'm battling with temptation and the devil, but trying to stay grounded.
I don't know why niggas think they wanna be like me
You've gotta see what I see before you be like me
People aspire to be like me without understanding what I've been through or experienced.
What you live for the truth but give nothing but pain
To anything evil for you soften your game
If you live for the truth, don't contribute to negativity or compromise your values.
Words give life to the things that we think about
Life is hell we go to Heaven when we make it out
Our thoughts have power to shape our reality, and life can be a struggle until we overcome it.
Yea, I'm like a thorn on a rosebush
Hard and prickly and discarded usually
Unseen, the world shittin' on my hopes and dreams
Hope and dream that I can open up my throat and sing
I feel overlooked and discarded by the world, but I hope to find my voice and make an impact.
Bring poetry and fly when I spread my wings
And let the world see the beauty in these ugly things
Scarred, like a scab, brittle and hard
Being green and lame greens little reward
I want to create art and soar above my struggles, and show the world that beauty can come from pain and hardship.
Slipping is a mistake and most they pay for it
Gruesomely hideous, so you really can't ignore it
Yo, you see them pretty motherfuckas on the TV screen
Live and die for that fake shit on MTV
Making mistakes can come at a great cost and have gruesome consequences, and mainstream media is often filled with fake personas and materialism.
Turn the cameras off and watch your heroes transform
Runnin' away from what real life did for 'em
Under the glitter and the bling of them expensive things
That's where you find that truth and dog that'll set you free
When the cameras are off, you see the true colors of your heroes who run away from their problems, and truth can be found beyond flashy material possessions.
Yea fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em
Yea fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em
Yea fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em
Fuck 'em, fuck 'em, yea fuck 'em, fuck 'em
I'm done with the negativity and drama, and refuse to be brought down by others.
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