Show Ya Right
Aceyalone Lyrics

aww... show your right
Express yourself and stand up for what is right.

to all of my brothers
To all male friends or acquaintances.

to all of my sisters
To all female friends or acquaintances.

to my mothers and my fathers
To parents and parental figures.

show your right, you know you're right
Believe in yourself and stand up for what is right.

what up people livin' in this world
Greetings to everyone living in this world.

who know that the time is now
People who realize the importance of taking action now.

peace to the sun child, Gods and earths alike
Giving respect and well-being to one's fellow humans.

truly we got that know-how, we got that know-how
We have the knowledge and skills needed to make a positive change.

that what, where, why and when
Knowledge of details and context is important.

oh, wow, is that fool at it again?
Expressing disbelief and annoyance at certain behaviors or people.

oh yes, we goin' to the promised land, jack
An optimistic view of the future.

where you won't get spooked by a casper
Promises of a safe and just society.

last of the second half who spoke and spat it
Referring to oneself in a poetic manner.

kick the science and then math to add it
Combine knowledge and creativity to achieve one's goals.

life is a habit
Positives and negatives can become part of one's routine.

don't combat it, dog
Do not fight the natural progression of things.

I gots to breathe and smoke before I breathe in smog
Taking time out to prioritize one's health and well-being.

I step outside and I hug the street
Finding comfort in the one constant thing in life, the world around us.

I spit life through the mic, flow and love the beats
Expressing oneself through music and enjoying the art form.

so let me count the ways while I count my scars
Reflecting on one's past experiences, both good and bad.

I count for paydays but I still count stars
Balancing the importance of financial stability and appreciating beauty in life.

can't count counterclockwise
Certain things cannot be altered or reversed.

I gotta count yards
Focusing on what can be achieved within a certain range or scope.

so don't count me out on account I ain't actin' hard
Do not underestimate one's abilities or character.

so don't tell me how it could be
Rejecting unrealistic expectations from others.

'cause positivity has been good to me
Believing that having a positive outlook will yield good results.

and negativity is no good to me
Recognizing that negativity can bring one down and hinder progress.

to all of my homies
To all of one's close friends.

to my fair weather friends
Acknowledging the existence of people who are only around during good times.

to all the people that love me
To all those who care about and support one's well-being.

and all the people that hate me
To those who do not have one's best interests in mind.

all the people in shackles
Those who are oppressed or restricted in some way.

and for the people that passed
To those who have passed away but are still remembered.

back to the essence
Reconnecting with the fundamental aspects of oneself.

now what if i told you you never gonna win
Recognizing that certain goals may be unattainable.

too high to get over to low to get under
Feeling stuck or trapped in a situation.

you stuck in the middle and you never gettin' in
Being excluded or marginalized in some way.

universal soldier smokes too much doja
Making light of certain stereotypes or societal expectations.

can't stay sober to hold your game
Struggling with addiction and its effects on one's life.

when you're all numbed up like novocaine
Being desensitized or indifferent to life's struggles.

well just wash my brain, I can't complain
Feeling like one is powerless to make a change or have an impact.

about a thang
About anything.

I'm walkin' outside in the rain
Embodying the resilience and perseverance to face the challenges of life.

yes, I'm walkin' outside in the rain
Emphasizing the previous line as a symbol of strength and tenacity.

I ain't scared of the rain
Displaying courage and bravado in the face of adversity.

or the sleet or the snow or the pain
Refusing to be intimidated by the difficulties and harsh realities of life.

or the pleasure or the loss or the gain
Accepting that life is a balance of good and bad experiences.

sorry that I didn't get to read your mind
Apologizing for not being able to anticipate or meet someone's expectations.

instead I read in between the lines
Reading beneath the surface of a situation to uncover a deeper meaning.

gotta break ground when I break down
Finding a sense of purpose and direction even when feeling lost or defeated.

don't make a sound
Choosing not to dwell or make a fuss about one's struggles.

the snakes are all around, intend to take you down
Referring to dangerous or untrustworthy people in one's life.

but I can see their intent
Having a keen sense of people's motives and actions.

even though I look through the eyes of a squint
Despite certain challenges or limitations, one can still persevere and succeed.

and I get bent
Taking solace in certain vices or escaping from reality through various means.

hmm they constantly askin' why
Feeling pressured or questioned about one's decisions or actions.

havin' the audacity to question my capacity
Feeling disrespected or undermined by others' doubts or criticisms.

but I won't be pacified or classified
Refusing to be controlled or limited by societal expectations or constraints.

shit, I'll be the last to die
Emphasizing the determination and perseverance to fight for one's beliefs and values.

to all the free thinkers
Acknowledging and encouraging those who challenge societal norms or conventions.

to the worldwide scams(?)
Referring to certain institutions, practices or systems that may be corrupt or unfair.

to the old and the wise
Showing respect and appreciation for those who came before and have much to offer.

to the young and the curious
Encouraging and supporting the next generation of thinkers and innovators.

I got my ears on the ??
Being constantly vigilant and aware of one's surroundings or situation.

I got my eyes on the future
Focusing on one's long-term goals and aspirations.

I got my physical finesse
Acknowledging one's physical strengths and abilities.

you know you're, show your right
Reiterating the importance of standing up for oneself and fighting for what is right.

put your bid in
Encouraging others to take action and make their presence known.

get in where you fit in
Emphasizing the importance of finding one's place or niche in society.

sittin' on these righteous flows
Showing pride and confidence in one's musical abilities.

head shoulders knees and toes
A playful reference to a popular children's song to encourage dancing and movement.

move that body across the floor
Encouraging others to dance and be active.