Do Better
Ab-Soul Zacari Lyrics


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They always haunt my dreams
The green twins with your Eyes
They always haunt my dreams
The green with with your Eyes
Got to do better I got to do better I got to
Got to do better I got to do better I got to
Got to do better I got to do better I got to
Got to do better I got to do better I got to
Got to do better I got to do better I got to
Got to do better Got to do better today
Got to do better before it's Too late
Said I got to do better I got to do better I got to
Pick up the pieces and master the puzzle upon us
Look the man in the mirror and the Eye and Be Honest
Slow down time Get back in line with my chakras.
Reach for the galaxy
Leave star dust for Thus after me
Enter the void Fill in the cavity
Risk the reward If that's how it has to be
I got to do better I got to do better I got to do
Everything in my power to try to do what God would do
Ride the tide Don't fight with the current that guided do
Melt the ice round the furnace burning inside of you
I got to do better
I got to do better
I got to do better
There's nothing they can do that I can't do better
Better yet, there's nothing I can do then I can't do better
Yeah
I'm better
I said I'm better
Got to do better I got to do better I got to
Got to do better I got to do better I got to
Got to do better I got to do better I got to
Got to do better I got to do better I got to
Got to do better I got to do better I got to
Got to do better Got to do better today
Got to do better before it's Too late
Shades stuck to my face
Hoodie Glued to my head
Hiding from the same world that made me who I am
Deep rest Can't even get outta bed
Too blessed to be so stressed
I do all this shit just to say get off my dick
Mix the emotions Prohibit my focus
This what you wanted
What's wrong with you
You don't make sense
Feel like I could flip at any moment
Face is playing and it's fucking with me
Doing drugs was just a war with boredom but it's sure to get me
Lord forgive me
Amen
Wear the crown of thorns for sport
I'm just waiting for a stone to hit me
Relationship on the rocks
My family All concerned
My homie's still on the block
Getting it off the curb.
I'm sticking by survivor's guilt
I'm getting it off of words
Word
Come on Herb
You Got to do better I got to do better I got to
Got to do better I got to do better I got to
Got to do better I got to do better I got to
Got to do better I got to do better I got to
Got to do better I got to do better I got to
Got to do better Got to do better today
Got to do better before it's Too late
And I'm gone with the wind
I'm gone with the wind
Now I'm gone with the wind
I'm gone with the wind
And I'm gone with the wind
I'm gone with the wind
Now im gone with the wind
I'm gone with the wind
They always haunt my dreams
The green twins with your Eyes




They always haunt my dreams
The green twins with your Eyes

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song "Do Better" by Ab-Soul and Zacari express the artist's struggles with personal growth and self-improvement. The repeated line "Got to do better" emphasizes the need for change and the urgency of the situation. The "green twins with your eyes" that "haunt [his] dreams" could represent his inner demons or the mistakes he has made in the past that continue to influence his present.


The song urges the artist to "pick up the pieces and master the puzzle" of his life and to be honest with himself and others. The reference to "chakras" and "galaxies" suggests a deeper spiritual introspection. The artist aspires to "do what God would do", acknowledging a higher power that guides him. He encourages himself to go with the flow and not fight against the current.


The song also touches on the artist's struggles with drug addiction and mental health issues. He acknowledges the impact of his actions on those around him, including his family and friends.


Overall, the song is a reflection of the artist's journey towards self-improvement and the challenges he faces along the way.


Line by Line Meaning

They always haunt my dreams
The memories of these people with green eyes keep coming back repeatedly


The green twins with your Eyes
These individuals with green eyes remind the singer of another person who they associate with them


Got to do better I got to do better I got to
The singer feels the need to improve and change their ways


Got to do better Got to do better today
The artist wants to start making positive changes immediately


Got to do better before it's Too late
The artist is aware that they need to start making changes before it's too late to do so


Pick up the pieces and master the puzzle upon us
The singer needs to figure out all the problems they are facing


Look the man in the mirror and the Eye and Be Honest
The singer needs to be honest with themselves while self-reflecting


Slow down time Get back in line with my chakras.
The artist needs to relax and align their spiritual energy with their physical self


Reach for the galaxy
The artist wants to achieve greatness


Leave star dust for Thus after me Enter the void Fill in the cavity
The artist wants to leave a legacy behind for others to follow and continues to improve despite challenges


Risk the reward If that's how it has to be
The singer is willing to take risks in order to succeed


Everything in my power to try to do what God would do
The artist wants to follow their faith and make decisions similar to what God would do


Ride the tide Don't fight with the current that guided do
The singer should follow the path set by Life rather than fighting against it


Melt the ice round the furnace burning inside of you
The singer needs to address the emotional blockages preventing them from achieving their goals


There's nothing they can do that I can't do better
The singer is confident in their abilities to outdo others


Better yet, there's nothing I can do then I can't do better
The artist believes that they can improve every aspect of themselves


Shades stuck to my face Hoodie Glued to my head
The artist tries to hide and avoid people or confrontations


Hiding from the same world that made me who I am
The singer tries to escape their issues and responsibilities from the world


Deep rest Can't even get outta bed
The singer is tired and feels unable to get out of bed


Too blessed to be so stressed
Despite their struggles, the artist considers themselves fortunate and wants to remain positive


I do all this shit just to say get off my dick
The artist puts in a lot of effort to avoid negative situations or people


Mix the emotions Prohibit my focus
The artist needs to prioritize their emotions and focus on what's important


This what you wanted What's wrong with you You don't make sense
The singer is confused and doesn't understand what others want from them


Feel like I could flip at any moment
The artist feels unstable and emotionally volatile


Face is playing and it's fucking with me
The singer's appearance is affecting their mindset and causing issues


Doing drugs was just a war with boredom but it's sure to get me
The singer initially used drugs as a distraction but is now realizing the negative consequences it may bring


Lord forgive me Amen
The singer asks for forgiveness from a higher power


Wear the crown of thorns for sport I'm just waiting for a stone to hit me
The artist feels like a victim and is waiting for more negative situations to happen


Relationship on the rocks My family All concerned My homie's still on the block Getting it off the curb.
The artist has issues in their relationships with family and friends and feels like an outsider


I'm sticking by survivor's guilt I'm getting it off of words
The singer feels guilty for surviving and needs to express their emotions with words


Come on Herb You Got to do better I got to do better I got to
The singer encourages themselves and others to work harder and improve


And I'm gone with the wind
The artist feels disconnected and detached from their surroundings


Now I'm gone with the wind
The artist still feels disconnected and detached from their surroundings




Lyrics © DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Herbert Stevens, Zacari Pacaldo

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@llamarjenkins9454

Sometimes ab-soul just finds you when you need him. Forever one of the realest.

@cbcbmail1125

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@Dummyfivefinga

That is absolutely facts !!!!

@djmontyforyou

yes indeed.

@1bitti1whop1sun1GOD9

I be having suicidal thoughts and this song touched me I truly miss my mom as a man I was taught to be emotionless The first step for healing is to acknowledge that you need healing

@Dummyfivefinga

@@1bitti1whop1sun1GOD9 man sorry to hear about your mum bro stay strong yo and rise up aye you got this

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@TheChinchilla15

Fighting thru depression and alcoholism for 6 years. I'm 3 days sober and back in the gym. Crying to this song. Hits you straight in the soul.

@roachasaurus2020

Congrats on breaking the chains, brother. Remember how good you feel right now, and use to help on days that get harder. You got this.

@tracysimon7972

I'm rooting for you Chris!!! You got this. You've already taken the hardest step which is the first!!! Keep going 💪

@shanetownsend3662

Congrats man, the song did the same for me with alcoholism and being self aware, gotta do better but its a process! keep going bro

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