Hardship
Aceyalone Lyrics

Yeah! And you don't stop
The song begins with a declaration of the artist's determination to keep moving forward, despite the difficulties that he has or may encounter.

Now, once again Ace One is on the wax
Aceyalone is announcing his return to the recording studio to deliver this message through his music.

and this one goes out to everybody
The artist addresses everyone listening to his song and has an important message to share with them.

who experienced in their lifetime
The artist acknowledges that everyone has, or will have, to face some type of hardship at some point in their life.

or going to experience in their lifetime some type of hardship
The artist acknowledges that everyone has, or will have, to face some type of hardship at some point in their life.

Because everybody goes through hardships
The artist emphasizes that experiencing hardships is a common human experience shared by everyone.

See hardship belongs to me
The artist has come to accept hardships as a permanent part of his life.

I will never give it away or sell it for a fee
The artist will not let go of his hardships, nor will he use them for personal gain.

I regret to inform you I will never set it free
The artist expresses regret that he cannot let go of his hardships, but has to carry them with him at all times.

Everyday I'm reminded of how hard it could be
The artist acknowledges that he is reminded of his hardships every day, but he is determined to face them with strength.

I take my pain just like a G
The artist sees himself as a strong and resilient individual, who can handle his pain without breaking down.

Got my struggle of life down to a T
The artist has learned how to manage his struggles to the point that he's perfected his approach to dealing with life's difficulties - down to a T.

It's nobody's fault but mine if I can't see
The artist takes full responsibility for his life and his outlook: if he can't see through the hardship, he acknowledges that it's on him.

So I open my eyes and start looking for the key
The artist knows that he needs to actively search for solutions that will help him overcome his hardship.

Hardship is mine to hold onto
The artist knows that he must carry his hardship with him, so he can keep learning from it and using it to fuel his resilience.

all through to the Yellow Brick Road it goes
The artist uses a metaphorical representation of the journey through life, with the Yellow Brick Road symbolizing the path one takes towards reaching one's goals.

My shoulders got the heaviest load but I pack light
The artist acknowledges that he has a lot to bear, but he tries to keep his mind unencumbered by the weight of his problems.

and I compensate I got act right when I conversate
The artist tries to mitigate the impact of his hardships by acting appropriately in conversations and interactions with others.

See some people relate but they don't understand the words
The artist knows that some people may sympathize with him, but they cannot fully understand the depth of his struggles without experiencing them firsthand.

Some people can climb mountains but can't jump curbs
The artist knows that people come with different strengths and weaknesses, and some may seem powerful in certain areas, but lack basic abilities elsewhere.

and vice verse. I know it's such a nice verse
The artist acknowledges the quirky nature of the above line and finds it amusing.

but hardship makes everything worse
The artist acknowledges that hardship can easily exacerbate other problems one may have: it can make every situation more difficult to manage.

and worse is a reminder to stay on the path
The artist sees hardship as a necessary reminder to stay strong and resilient, and to keep moving towards one's goals.

But hardship is mine to have
The artist claims his hardships as his own experience, something he must bear throughout his life.

because hardship keeps me in check
The artist knows that his hardships are a reminder to stay grounded and to stay true to his values/values system and to ensure that he doesn't forget what he's been through.

mainly so I can check myself I give up full respect
The artist acknowledges that it's important to check himself based on his experiences with hardship and he shows respect to those who have gone through the same.

because he's real like a hundred-dollar bill
The artist acknowledges the reality of hardship and sees it as a natural part of life, just as a hundred-dollar bill is real and represents value.

Without hardship you wouldn't appreciate your meals
The artist highlights the importance of acknowledging hardships, as it teaches you to appreciate the good times in life, such as a meal, and not take them for granted.

Without hardship I wouldn't appreciate my skills
The artist sees his hardships as a source of learning and education, teaching him valuable skills that have contributed to his growth.

And so I do and so I grew and so I knew
The artist reflects on his growth over time, as he faced different challenges and learned from his experiences.

that hardship not only makes most of my days blue
The artist acknowledges that hardship can lead to difficult times, but he still values the lessons learned from the experience.

but it teaches me how to struggle in the jungle
The artist acknowledges that his hardships have taught him how to survive and thrive in a world that can often feel like a jungle.

and never crumble and how to remain humble
The artist knows that one must remain humble in the face of hardship, and that it is important to keep pushing through even in the toughest situations.

Some people they live life inside a glass case
The artist acknowledges that some people may live life sheltered from the hardships of the world, often remaining ignorant of the real issues that affect others.

Some people they live life in the vastness of space
The artist acknowledges that some people may feel stranded in a vast world where they see themselves as alone to face difficulties without anyone's help.

And others will live long at a snail's pace
The artist acknowledges that some people will move at a slow pace in their lives or in their struggles, still moving forward but at a slower pace than others.

I live with hardship slapping me in the face
The artist acknowledges that his life is not without hardship, and that he faces the challenges it brings head-on with an unwavering strength of spirit.

How hard it could be...
The artist concludes his song with a refrain, reminding us all of the difficulties that life can bring and the importance of facing them with courage.

How hard it could be...
The artist concludes his song with a refrain, reminding us all of the difficulties that life can bring and the importance of facing them with courage.

Everyday I'm reminded of how hard it could be.
The artist ends the song by reiterating the point that life can be hard, but it's important to remember that hardships are a necessary part of the human journey.