Champion
Ace Hood Feat. Rick Ross & Jazmine Sullivan Lyrics

People said I wouldn't make it (make it)
Doubters predicted failure for me.

That I'd never get to the top
They thought I would never achieve success.

There was nothing they could say that would make me stop
Their negative comments did not discourage me from pursuing my dreams.

So I had to keep pushing (pushing)
I persevered and continued to work hard towards my goals.

Through the pain and the tears
I endured challenging experiences and difficult emotions.

All the things I've been through is why I'm standing here
The obstacles I faced have contributed to my current position of success.

That's why they can't tell me nothing (nothing)
I am confident in my abilities and cannot be influenced by others' negative opinions.

They was wrong, this the song of a champion (champion)
Despite naysayers, I have achieved the status of a champion and am celebrating my success.

Let me see your hands up if you a champion
I am directing this message to those who share the same victorious experience as myself.

Coming up I use to watch TV
As a child, I would watch television for inspiration.

Look up at the screen
I would visually engage with the program.

Then look at my mama
I would then turn to my mother for reassurance.

Tell her ma that's gon' be me
I would tell her that I too will acquire success.

It's in my blood, you ask me why I keep it real
Success runs in my family and I strive to remain authentic throughout my journey.

Imagine how it feels
Consider the sensation of success.

Waking up to nothing is enough to give you chills
Starting with nothing is an intimidating thought.

Waking up to nothing is enough to make you kill
This lack of success can lead to desperation and conflict.

That's why I put my life in every song I kill
I incorporate my personal experiences into my music.

I had a job too niggas, so what?
I worked a regular job before my success, but that does not dictate my current achievements.

You haters make me laugh, how you hatin so much
I find it humorous that others can be so negative towards my success.

Go head and do the math
Calculate the extensive work that has contributed to my success.

Watch the numbers add up
Observe the accumulation of my hard work.

Throwing up a peace sign to all my hustlas on the strip
I am acknowledging and connecting with those who share a similar hustle mentality.

And my pistol heavy niggas know that ain't slippin
I am well-equipped and prepared for potential threats.

Mami call me Gordo
I am known as 'Gordo' amongst those closest to me.

You shine like summer time
You exude radiance and confidence.

Let's break it down for em...
Let us further elaborate and explain our message to the audience.

Ladies put your hands up high
Women are encouraged to celebrate their own successes.

We gotta keep reaching for the sky
Continuing to pursue our ambitions is crucial for personal growth.

Fellas put your hands up in the sky
Men are also urged to embrace their achievements.

Nothing you could say that'll make me stop
No negative comments can hinder my progress.

I'm a keep going till I reach the top, and that's why
I will continue striving for success, as it is the source of my motivation.

Definitely livin' the life
I am indeed experiencing the life of a champion.

I gravitated to the light
I was drawn towards success and positivity.

I sacrificed a decade
I dedicated an extensive amount of time and effort towards my goals.

Now it's times every night
My success is now a frequent occurrence that I relish every night.

Haters talking sideways
Negative people are speaking negatively in my direction.

And I could never stress that
I refuse to allow their negativity to affect my positivity.

Ready for the war though
I am prepared for potential battles in my pursuit of success.

I would never compromise
I refuse to stray from my authentic self in order to achieve success.

That's why they can't tell me nothing (oh nothing)
I am self-assured and cannot be swayed by negative influences.

Let me see your hands up if you a champion
I am calling for those who share the experience of success to join me in celebration.