Fortitude
Aceyalone Lyrics


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I got I got I got I got

[Hook: x2]
Fortitude, gratitude, attitude
Latitude
Longitude, horizon
Vertical
Angular, rectangular
Circular
Perpendicular, particular

[Verse 1:]
I got I got I got nothing to lose (uh ha) and nothing to gain (uh ha)
And nothing from nothing don't leave a God damn thang
I can't win for losin'
Cause winnin' is strange
If you were born to be a loser lost and toss in the flame
But unfortunately what they predicted wasn't so (na uh)
I'm the Lone Wolf addicted to the flow I kicked it once before
Yeah I got that glow
You know when lights illuminate
When the atoms and the molecules accumulate I fumigate (HUH)
Catch my sprawled out on the skyline
When the mother ship crawls out the heavens ya'll won't be hard to find
Yeah I'm out my mind but I'm in yours
Mr. Outsider indoors
I been through the war (yeah)
I seen many men war tryin' to read they memoirs
Sincerely yours
Mine and hers and his
Even the cowardly lion is tryin' to find the Wiz
At least I think he is
But I can save him a trip
Cause I got more courage brains and heartbeat to make sure his don't skip
Cause I'm from Cool World, Water World and the Real World
Worlds of fun and the world has just begun
And is restin' on my shoulders and it ain't no place to run
Now who's house? (WHO'S HOUSE?)
Ace One no doubt
I busted out to my labor of love I stay devot

[Hook]

[Verse 2:]
I got I got I got height, width, weight (wait) don't forget mass
And class and raps for that ass and lyrical jazz
The inner city slash outer limit pass point of no return
Pass the joint don't let it burn (hold that)
I learn throughout my term don't be concerned (naw)
With these suckers don't let them latch on
Just keep on travelin' it'll take them way too long, to catch on
To this
I'ma diss and dismiss those who's suppose to be the bomb
FRONT
When they got the mic up in they palm
The rap game done changed everybody's on
We all know someone who flows and rhymin' after long
So call it what you wanna
I'm a bonafied loner and a stoner
Starvin' like Marvin' and Nona
Still bendin' corners and a proud owner of the skill
To get the whole party poppin' like a pill
I don't stop till
You had your fill
And till the sunshine starts showin' over the hill
Till I'm over the hill and over the hump
I'm a let my music bump and give the people what they want
Cause I got...

[Hook]

[Verse 3:]
I got I got I got showed that the world was cold
People was cold hearted from young to old (spit)
From old to young from the moon to the sun
From one to a billion back down to one
I back down to none
Crack down that rum
I grab the beatbox beat to flip it to 'em have fun
I got my eye on it
He got a three piece suit and a nice tie on it
Might have to fly on it
Go ahead and touch on it
Taste on it
Put your face on it
I know you want it but don't got the right component
Yeah I know you want it but don't got the right component
I'm a thunderbird thunderin' flyin' through the air and wonderin'
Where should I land with this wide wingspan?
But I ended up landin' on the same ship you commandin'
When I'm through expandin' I'm gonna have the whole world standin' sayin'...





[Hook]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Aceyalone's song "Fortitude" represent the rapper's confidence and resilience in the face of adversity. The hook lists various words associated with strength and determination, such as fortitude, gratitude, and attitude. In verse 1, Aceyalone acknowledges that he has nothing to lose and nothing to gain, but he still remains motivated and focused on his goal. He describes himself as a lone wolf addicted to the flow of his own rhymes, confident in his ability to succeed.


In verse 2, Aceyalone reflects on how the rap game has changed and how many people are now trying to become successful rappers. He declares himself a "bonafide loner and stoner," proud of his ability to get the party rocking with his music. In verse 3, he raps about the coldness of the world and the toughness required to succeed. He compares himself to a thunderbird, flying through the air with his wings wide open, always searching for new opportunities.


Overall, "Fortitude" is a song about strength, confidence, and resilience in the face of adversity. Aceyalone uses his rhymes to express his determination to succeed and his willingness to do whatever it takes to make his dreams a reality.


Line by Line Meaning

Fortitude, gratitude, attitude
Having strength, appreciation, and positivity


Latitude
Position on the surface of the Earth


Longitude, horizon
Position east-west and the line that separates the sky and the land


Vertical
Straight up and down


Angular, rectangular
With angles or corners, and with straight sides


Circular
Round or shaped like a circle


Perpendicular, particular
Forming a right angle, and specific


I got I got I got nothing to lose (uh ha) and nothing to gain (uh ha)
I have nothing to lose or gain from what I'm doing


And nothing from nothing don't leave a God damn thang
You can't get something from nothing


I can't win for losin', cause winnin' is strange
It's hard to win when you're always losing, and winning doesn't always make sense


If you were born to be a loser lost and toss in the flame
If you were meant to fail and be forgotten


But unfortunately what they predicted wasn't so (na uh)
But their prediction was wrong


I'm the Lone Wolf addicted to the flow I kicked it once before
I'm a solo artist who loves the music I make and have done it before


Yeah I got that glow
I have a special quality that shines through


You know when lights illuminate
You know that feeling when you're enlightenment or when you have an idea


When the atoms and the molecules accumulate I fumigate (HUH)
When things come together, it brings forth change


Catch my sprawled out on the skyline
You can see me far away


When the mother ship crawls out the heavens ya'll won't be hard to find
When the big moment comes, you will know where to look for me


Yeah I'm out my mind but I'm in yours
I'm crazy, but you can relate to me


Mr. Outsider indoors
I'm an outsider in my own home


I been through the war (yeah)
I have experienced tough times


I seen many men war tryin' to read they memoirs
I've seen many people trying to make sense of their past


Sincerely yours, mine and hers and his
This is from me, you, her, and him


Even the cowardly lion is tryin' to find the Wiz
Even those seen as weak are trying to find the answers


At least I think he is
Or at least I assume he is


But I can save him a trip
But I can save him the trouble of finding out


Cause I got more courage brains and heartbeat to make sure his don't skip
Because I have more courage, intelligence, and passion to help him


Cause I'm from Cool World, Water World and the Real World
I have been through different experiences in different worlds


Worlds of fun and the world has just begun
Different worlds with different experiences and the world still has more to offer


And is restin' on my shoulders and it ain't no place to run
The responsibility and the future is on me, and I can't run away from it


Now who's house? (WHO'S HOUSE?)
Who is the boss here?


Ace One no doubt
It's me, no question


I busted out to my labor of love I stay devot
I pursued what I love and I am dedicated to it


I got I got I got height, width, weight (wait) don't forget mass
I have qualities such as height, width, weight, and mass


And class and raps for that ass and lyrical jazz
And I have unique style and skills when it comes to music


The inner city slash outer limit pass point of no return
The city and the limits beyond it which you cannot turn back from


Pass the joint don't let it burn (hold that)
Pass the marijuana joint without letting the herbs burn out


I learn throughout my term don't be concerned (naw)
I have learned over time, so don't worry about me


With these suckers don't let them latch on
Don't let the bad things in life control you


Just keep on travelin' it'll take them way too long, to catch on
Just keep moving and they will fall behind


We all know someone who flows and rhymin' after long
We all know someone who finally found their passion after a long time


So call it what you wanna
You can name whatever you want


I'm a bonafied loner and a stoner
I'm a true loner and I like to smoke marijuana


Starvin' like Marvin' and Nona
I'm hungry like Marvin the Martian and my mother (Nona)


Still bendin' corners and a proud owner of the skill
I still enjoy life and I'm proud of what I can do


To get the whole party poppin' like a pill
To make everybody excited and dance


I don't stop till
I won't quit until


You had your fill
You are satisfied


And till the sunshine starts showin' over the hill
Until the good times start to come


Till I'm over the hill and over the hump
Until I'm old and have gone through hard times


I'm a let my music bump and give the people what they want
I'll let my music play and give the people what they want


I got I got I got showed that the world was cold
I have experienced tough times and learned that the world can be harsh


People was cold hearted from young to old (spit)
People can be cruel and unkind at any age


From old to young from the moon to the sun
From the oldest to the youngest, and from everywhere


From one to a billion back down to one
From the smallest to the largest, and back to the smallest again


I back down to none
I don't give up to anyone


Crack down that rum
Drink up that rum


I grab the beatbox beat to flip it to 'em have fun
I take the music and add my own style to make it enjoyable


I got my eye on it
I want it very badly


He got a three piece suit and a nice tie on it
He is wearing a nice suit and tie


Might have to fly on it
I might just go for it


Go ahead and touch on it
Go ahead and enjoy it


Taste on it
Try it out


Put your face on it
Enjoy it completely


I know you want it but don't got the right component
You want it, but you don't have what it takes


I'm a thunderbird thunderin' flyin' through the air and wonderin'
I'm a strong bird who goes through life wondering


Where should I land with this wide wingspan?
Where should I go with my vast potential?


But I ended up landin' on the same ship you commandin'
But I ended up where you are in control


When I'm through expandin' I'm gonna have the whole world standin' sayin'...
When I'm done growing, the whole world will be impressed and amazed




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The Skillionaire

I used to have this on record! Timeless classic!

switchovercrook

Always.... comin' thru reppin lyrics alone, no gimmicks necessary man just pure style, flow, delivery..... styley as fizzuck but in a subtle manner

Surge Álvarez

rectangular masterpiece!

from Bulgaria

still underrated !favorite !

AntidotalChernobyl

Definition of CLASSIC!!!

Awan Qutab Shah

Forever classic

Nathan Thompson

Legend Ace One!

sinicalypse

I just found the faces 12" again for $1. My original copy was stolen... now I got this one again, a song I quoted in my timeless rap masterstroke "silly philly"

ghghghghghghgh

i was just surfin through acey's vids i knew id find another gem

Geo_Gaddi

old favorite, big ups!

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