Passion
A Wolf. A Liar. Lyrics

Yeah come on
An invigorating call to action, signaling the start of something exciting.

I had to learn to love myself
Acknowledging the difficulty of self-love and the necessity of it for personal well-being and growth.

It's been a long and lonely road
The journey to self-love and self-discovery is not an easy one and can feel isolating.

But I did it for my health
Highlighting the importance of prioritizing one's own physical and mental health over external validation.

I had to do it for my soul
Emphasizing the spiritual aspect of self-love and the pursuit of inner fulfillment.

I spent so much time worried about what other people thought of me
Admitting to the harmful habit of seeking external validation and prioritizing others' opinions over one's own.

That I forgot how to enjoy who I was really meant to be
Recognizing the negative impact of caring too much about others' opinions and the need to relearn how to appreciate one's own true self.

I feel like I'm swimming in fakes
Sensing the presence of disingenuous people and a lack of authenticity in certain situations.

There's blood in the water today
Using a metaphor to describe the intense, competitive atmosphere that one is currently experiencing.

The sharks are all circling me
Further elaborating on the metaphor, expressing a feeling of vulnerability and being targeted by others.

But I will not become the bait I will not become the prey
Affirming one's determination to not be taken advantage of or manipulated by others.

You cannot fake the passion
Stating a belief that genuine passion cannot be fabricated or feigned.

You cannot fake the flames that's burning up in me
Using the metaphor of fire to describe the intensity and authenticity of one's passion.

If I lit myself on fire to show you this desire would you still walk out on me
Posing a hypothetical question about the potential rejection and lack of support one might face even when displaying their true passion and desire.

You cannot fake the pain
Rejecting the idea that true pain and struggle can be easily simulated or faked.

Keep your family close
Encouraging the importance of familial relationships and maintaining strong connections with loved ones.

But your friends closer
Highlighting the crucial role of close friendships in one's life and emphasizing their significance.

Cause the water is cold
Using a metaphor to express the challenging and sometimes harsh realities of life.

But it's about to get colder
Suggesting that the challenges and difficulties may increase in the future.

I painted her up on my wall
Describing an artistic expression or tribute to someone who holds significant meaning to the artist.

Some boding representation of who I recall
Reflecting on the representation of the person captured in the art piece and what they signify to the artist.

I faced myself so many times that I tore it all down and then built it back up
Describing a process of self-exploration, reflection, and growth that resulted in a significant transformation.

I do not deal with fictitious
Making it clear that the artist does not tolerate artifice or deceit in his dealings or relationships.

Turn my work into religion
Expressing a deep and spiritual devotion to the artist's creative process and work.

You cannot derail the vision
Asserting that nothing can distract or obstruct the artist's creative vision and mission.

I've been on this wave so long lately it feels like I'm fishing
Describing a sense of comfort and familiarity with the artist's current creative process, despite its ongoing challenges.

Mama told me all these prophets is just fake love
Referring to the advice and wisdom imparted by the artist's mother, warning about the insincerity of certain individuals who claim to be authorities or guides in one's life.

They try to nail me up but I won't let them take more
Reflecting on the artist's experience of being targeted or attacked by those who seek to harm or hold him back but affirming his resilience and determination to not let them succeed.