Know You
A.A.L. Lyrics

You don't even know me
You do not have an accurate understanding of who I am as an individual.

You say that I'm not living right
You claim that the way I am living my life is wrong or unacceptable.

You don't understand me
You lack comprehension of my experiences, emotions, and perspectives.

So why do you judge my life?
Therefore, why do you form opinions or criticisms about my life that are not based on understanding or empathy?

I don't ask for nothing
I do not demand anything or expect special treatment from others.

I'm always holding my own
I am self-sufficient and able to take care of myself without needing assistance from others.

Every time I turn around, there's something
Whenever I encounter a situation, there always seems to be an obstacle or challenge that I must face.

People talking 'bout what they don't know
Individuals are discussing and making assumptions about things they have little knowledge or understanding of.

And when I try to move on up
When I strive for progress or success in my life...

They're always pullin' me down
...others are constantly trying to bring me down or sabotage my efforts.

I'm tired and I had enough
I am fatigued and exasperated from dealing with these challenges and obstacles.

It's my life, and I'm living it now
This is my own life, and I am currently living it in my own way.

I always wonder why people try to hurt me
I constantly ponder about why individuals attempt to cause emotional and mental pain towards me.

No happiness in their own lives
Those who attempt to harm me lack fulfillment or contentment in their own lives

So they act out all their jealousy
As a result, they express their feelings of envy through malicious actions or words.

Who are you to say that I'm living wrong?
What is your authority or expertise that allows you to declare that my way of life is flawed or incorrect?

Always telling me what to do
Individuals frequently give me unsolicited advice or directions.

I decided that I gotta be strong
I concluded that it is necessary to be resilient and steadfast in the face of these criticisms and obstacles.

What makes you think that I needed you?
What is the reasoning behind your belief that I require your influence, assistance, or validation?

Anything I try to do
Everything I attempt in my life...

You haven't walked in my shoes
...is something you have no personal experience or insight about.

I'm gonna move on
I will continue to progress and make changes in my life.

It's my life, it's my life
This life and the decisions made within it are solely mine to control and direct.

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