Bad Boys
Ace Lyrics

One for my dawg yea
This line represents loyalty and dedication to a close friend.

Two in the gun
Symbolizes preparedness and the need to protect oneself.

Three times a charm I just really wanted love and
Expresses the desire for affection and longing for love.

Gotta watch my back you won't do me like before yea
Conveys the need to be cautious and avoid betrayal from someone who has hurt before.

Gotta watch my back you won't do me like Shakur, and
Referring to the late rapper Tupac Shakur, it implies the intention to prevent being deceived or manipulated.

I heard them n***** hiding tell me what you scared of
Challenges those who are hiding or avoiding confrontation to face their fears.

I heard them killers riding tell me if we share blood
Asks if there is a sense of connection or loyalty between oneself and those who engage in violent acts.

And we ain't talking chino when they started seeing sluggs
Refers to a type of bullet, suggesting the presence of danger and violence.

Grew up in a city where you only five and see a gun
Illustrates a harsh upbringing in an environment where exposure to firearms is commonplace from an early age.

Not all of his homies died, but he still hurt cuz he lost one
Expresses the pain and emotional impact of losing a close friend, even if not all friends were lost.

Really I was traumatized I seen my momma lose a lung
Shares a personal experience of witnessing one's own mother suffering a serious health issue, causing significant trauma.

Yea I'm still the son of god, but I still talk to Lucifer
Metaphorically reflects the internal struggle between good and evil, representing the conflicting sides of oneself.

I don't really need this shot, but it's gon help me loosen up
Acknowledges the unnecessary reliance on vices or substances to ease emotional tension.

Bad Boy
Refers to the persona of being rebellious, challenging societal norms and expectations.

Rapper
Highlights the artist's occupation as a rapper, using music as a means of expressing oneself.

Feel like I'm going on this freeway faster
Suggests a sense of urgency and acceleration in pursuing one's goals and desires.

Sad Boy
Portrays an emotional state of sadness and melancholy.

Pastor
Draws an analogy between the artist and a spiritual leader, potentially searching for guidance or salvation.

Keep this pain cuz I don't feel no better
Indicates the choice to hold onto emotional pain, suggesting that it hasn't led to any improvement in well-being.

Nowadays I don't give a fuck I be doing shit
Conveys a sense of indifference and disregard for the consequences of one's actions in the present.

Only way to kill the pain, bullet with the ruler clip
Describes the destructive nature of attempting to alleviate emotional pain through harmful means.

Shawty said she want my name, She be on some foolish shit
Refers to someone who desires recognition or a relationship, but their intentions may be misguided or unwise.

Never tryna love again, I be on my music shit
Expresses a reluctance to engage in romantic relationships again, focusing instead on their passion for music.

Please don't judge me cuz I'm damaged
Asks for understanding and acceptance due to emotional or psychological wounds.

Who would think the hottest kid was coming out of Kansas
Expresses surprise at the unexpected success and talent emerging from a relatively unknown place like Kansas.

Shit be going smooth like these n***** really planned it
Illustrates the perception that things are working out seamlessly, as if coordinated or orchestrated by others.

Artist with this shit I treat the booth like my canvas
Compares the recording booth to an artist's canvas, alluding to the creative process and expression through music.

Keep this pain cuz I don't feel no better
Repeats the idea of holding onto emotional pain without experiencing any improvement in well-being.