Just the two of us
A.I.P Lyrics

This is as close you gon' get to the streets without gettin shot
The song is a representation of the harsh realities of life in the streets, and listening to it is the closest one can get to experiencing that life without actually risking their life.

In the streets
The song depicts life in the streets.

Cock guns and bust yo' heat
The streets are dangerous, and people need to be armed to defend themselves.

Where we live and die for beef
The streets are governed by violent disputes between different groups of people.

Hos'll set you up, get blood on your sheets
In the streets, women may lure men into dangerous situations, leading to violent confrontations that end in bloodshed.

By any means we gon' eat
People living in the streets will do whatever it takes to survive, including engaging in illegal activities like drug dealing.

Sellin drugs you might blow up
Drug dealing is dangerous and can result in serious harm or even death.

They got hos to set you up
Women may be involved in criminal activities, luring men into dangerous situations that lead to harm or death.

Even police is corrupt
The police are not to be trusted, as they may be corrupt and participate in criminal activities.

There's a million niggaz just like us
People living in the streets are not unique; there are many others in the same situation.

I swear I ain't been the same since they had to bury my pops
The loss of a loved one can have a profound impact on a person and change them forever.

I'm uncivilized like I was raised in a box
The harsh realities of life in the streets have made this person feel savage and unrefined.

I'm told get your sister raped nigga makin you watch
The streets are brutal and cruel, and people may be forced to watch their loved ones get hurt in order to intimidate or control them.

Got your ear to the street, you ain't hearin me
People in the streets are more concerned with their own survival than with listening to others.

Motherfucker, the streets got they ear to me
This person is so entrenched in the streets that they feel like the streets are listening to them instead of the other way around.

Speak my name, better think careful duke
This person has a reputation in the streets and is not to be messed with.

Like when clingin on to life who gon' be there for you?
In the streets, one's survival is constantly in question, and there is no guarantee that anyone will come to their aid in a time of need.

Get blood on they seats, drive you to the hospital
Even those who commit violent acts in the streets may still care enough to take care of their victims afterward.

I got an image to protect and records to sell
This person's reputation is important to them, as it helps them sell records and maintain their status in the streets.

Nobody!!! Cause you goin to hell
This person is not to be crossed, as they will make their enemies pay dearly.

Besides a one sided story is easy to tell
In the streets, it is easy for rumors and falsehoods to spread, often resulting in one-sided stories that can ruin reputations or even put lives at risk.

My poster on the wall only way you see me in jail
This person is very successful and popular, and it would be surprising to see them in jail.

Sticky Fingaz nigga, the legend, the myth
This person has built up an impressive reputation in the streets, becoming a legendary figure to some.

Niggaz get shot everytime I shoot the gift
This person is dangerous and successful in the streets, and their violent acts have earned them a certain level of respect.

I banged out in dorms and tore mouths off
This person has experience fighting and winning battles in intense, high-pressure situations.

While y'all run to cops as soon as it pops off
This person looks down on those who would go to the authorities for help, seeing it as a sign of weakness or cowardice.

I can't respect lames when I'm knowin you soft
This person values toughness and strength, and looks down on those who they perceive as weak or soft.

That's why I feel the pain for my thugs up north
This person has a certain level of loyalty and commitment to people they care about, even if they're located far away.

No regrets in this world, not one care
In the streets, there is no room for regrets or hesitation. One must be confident in their actions.

No respect for this world without no peers
This person does not respect people who are not on their level, seeing them as inferior.

They did me wrong for years, I'm finally gettin back
This person has experienced a lot of pain and suffering at the hands of others, and is now seeking revenge or retribution.

Never sheaded a tear seein niggaz on they back
This person has become desensitized to violence and death, and does not feel emotional when witnessing it.

Lord knows it hurts to put his people in the dirt
This person recognizes the pain and sadness that comes with losing loved ones to violence.

Bullet holes in shirts and chumps buried in skirts
The streets are full of violence and death, and people are often killed in gruesome ways.

Prayin to God is hard, these streets don't play
In the streets, survival is difficult and there is little time or opportunity for prayer or reflection.

But you gotta keep up your guard and hope the pain go away
Even though life in the streets is hard and painful, one must maintain their guard and try to push through the pain and hardship.

I'm from where they shoot street lights out
Life in the streets is dangerous, and even public infrastructure like streetlights are not safe from violence.

And you gotta yell to talk over passin trains
The streets are loud and chaotic, with trains and other noises making it difficult to communicate effectively.

And watch who you fuck with when passin 'cain
People must be careful who they associate with in the streets, as some people may be dangerous or looking for trouble.

Cause them same fists'll get your wrists trapped in chains, nigga
People in the streets may use violence or threats of violence to control others, and it is easy to become trapped in a cycle of violence or criminal activity.

My killers move triggers and set firearms off
This person is affiliated with dangerous and violent people who are willing to use firearms to achieve their goals.

Smoke the type of blunts that set fire alarms off
This person smokes very potent or strong marijuana, which can have a strong scent and cause smoke that sets off fire alarms.

One shot'll blow your face, chest and your arms off
The firearms used by the people in this person's circle are incredibly powerful and destructive, capable of causing major harm or even death.

Murderin Guiliani for all the pain that he's causin
This person holds a grudge against former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani for his policies or actions that have caused harm or pain to people in the streets.

Launderin dirty laundry through banks of corporate ?
This person and their associates may be involved in criminal activities like money laundering through corporations or banks.

Shit doctors can only calm me til the drugs wear off
This person has a high tolerance for drugs and may struggle with addiction or substance abuse issues.

One pump of the sawed-off and your squad'll be hauled off
The people in this person's circle have access to powerful and dangerous weapons, and are not afraid to use them to achieve their goals or intimidate others.

Dropped her off in the car lock, locked in the trunk of the car
This person and their associates may commit violent or cruel acts against women, such as kidnapping or locking them in car trunks.

Shit's official, we spittin through government issue
This person and their associates are operating in a highly organized and professional manner, potentially even using equipment or resources acquired from government agencies.

40 automatic pistols rippin through brain tissue
The firearms used by this person and their associates are incredibly powerful and deadly, capable of causing severe injuries or death.

Stuffin coke up wit your bitch I'll piss through
This person is involved in the illegal drug trade, potentially dealing drugs to or with women they view as inferior or expendable.

And a black on black lambo, puffin on A Line Of Crystal!
This person lives a lavish and luxurious lifestyle, enjoying expensive cars and drugs.

Under our politics, codes of the street
The streets have their own distinct culture and rules, characterized by violence, loyalty, and criminal activity.

Never negotiate with killers with intentions of breach
The people in the streets are dangerous and untrustworthy, and it is unwise to make deals or agreements with them.

Only associate with villains if you willin to bleed
People in the streets may be violent or dangerous, and only those who are prepared to risk injury or death themselves should associate with them.

Cause leakin'll get your mother hogtied and brutally beat
Those who cross the people in the streets can expect violent and cruel retribution, potentially even involving family members being hurt or killed.