Roots
Aaron Aye Lyrics

Guess this what happens when your mama dies young
When your mother dies young, it leaves you feeling lost and alone.

And your daddy ain't there and you're lost in the world
Without a father figure, you are left without guidance and direction.

Guess this what happens when you're sleeping on the couch
Being without a stable home means you may have to couchsurf and constantly move around.

And you move from house to house and you're lost in the world
Without a permanent place to call home, you may struggle to find your place in the world.

Since way back when, been on my grind
I have been working hard towards success for a very long time.

I'm a midwest boy bought that midwest life
Being from the midwest has shaped who I am and my values.

Forever dog it's 612 until I die I'm on a wave since 96 I been that guy
I will always represent where I'm from, and I have been successful since a very young age.

It started with a pen and the keys on the Yamaha
My journey to success began with my passion for writing and music.

I was just a kid but the dream had me started young
Even as a child, I was driven by my dream of success.

(Do do do) I never settled, settled, settled, settled
I have always refused to settle for anything less than my dreams.

(You you you) Ain't on my level, level, level, level
My success and drive sets me apart from others.

Unapologetic yeah dish it out not sorry
I speak my mind and don't apologize for it.

Try to school to game but you niggas so tardy yeah
I try to teach others how to succeed, but they don't always listen.

I feel like Pac got my shirt off I hop in the drop and I skirt off
This line is a reference to Tupac Shakur, and represents a feeling of freedom and empowerment.

What I'm saying ain't a lie you know it's the truth
My message is honest and true, and should be taken seriously.

You can get through anything I'm the living proof
I am proof that anyone can overcome challenges and succeed.

Trust me I know how it feels what it's like to lose
I have experienced loss and failure, and can empathize with others who have as well.

Everybody want the fruit but it's in the roots
Success comes from the hard work and effort put in to achieve it.

A nigga gotta keep it one hundred yeah 612 my come up yeah
I always stay true to myself and my roots, and am proud of where I come from.

Had to work for the shit I want it yeah
I have had to put in hard work and effort to achieve my goals.

If anybody hating then fuck em yeah
I refuse to let anyone else's negativity bring me down or stop my success.

Always got have my say in this
I will always speak up and stand up for myself and my beliefs.

Me and money got a love and hate relationship
My relationship with money is complicated and ever-changing.

Shits to real ain't no faking this you can't fake the shit
This is real life and there's no pretending or faking success.

Young nigga so dangerous money fame can't change him
Even with money and fame, I remain true to myself and my values.

My sound contagious worldwide all ages yeah
My music resonates with people all over the world, regardless of age or background.

43rd and 2nd where it started use to have to take the city bus to go to Target
This line represents a humble beginning, where I had to take public transportation to run errands.

Now I'm in the hills cutting deals in the office
I have achieved success and now have opportunities to make deals and collaborate with other successful individuals.