Karma
Adam F. / Carl Thomas / Guru Lyrics
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[Guru]
Huh huh ha Adam F on the track
Speak guru representn'
Yeah! Carl Thomas
Everybody wants to be somebody you know
Just be yourself man, stop trying to be like everybody else
Yeah it's not about the material things
They don't rule my world, do they rule yours?
I feel sorry for you done, but for real
There's a lot of grimy cats out there that will wyle out on you
That's why you gotta stay on point
Be aware of what's goin' on and hold it down, from us to you...
[Carl Thomas]
As ya world goes up and down (oh yeah!)
Karma comes back around (comes back around yeah!)
Don't you know that your gettn' what you put in the ground
(Don't you know that your gettn' what you puttn' in the ground)
Just be good to yourself cause you know that you always...
[Guru]
Everybody wants a baller life
Everybody wants a fly car, nice crib and all tha ice
When they see me in the street, they want to call the vice
Get on some landlord shit and turn out all the lights
I'm like the toll that you should've paid
You said you had the Mac, why you should of spree'd!
What happened to the chicks and the chips you bragged about?
What happened to the guns and the clips you bragged about?
I heard about they stomped you, and beat you, and dragged you out
You said they heard they got me, and that I doubt!
Street smarts and most y'all punks ya need heart
My peoples get busy for real soon as the beef starts
want to learn some more about me
Your sure to see I'm a stand up guy wit maturity
And during this speech I'm always willin' reach
I love my peeps that are still in the streets.
[Carl Thomas]
(Chorus): As ya world goes up and down...(as ya world goes up and down)
Karma comes back around...(Don't ya know that the karma comes back on around)
Don't you know that you getn what your put in the ground
(don't you know that gettn' what ya puttn' in the ground)
Just be good to your self 'cause you know that your always...
[Guru]
Everybody wants the wealth and fame
But nobody wants to hustle and the struggle
Just to earn themselves a name, its like they want it all instantly
And since I know what really goes on son I think differently
I always to try to keep my fam tight even if we don't hang out no more
Ya still my man aiight, see money changes many things
You go from just gettn' by to shopping spree's buying everything
The guard came up hard straight out the boulevard
I pull your card get in your skin like a bullet scar
I'm holding the weight controlling your fate
'cause you didn't play the game by the rules ya know its too late
You tried to hop the fence on false pretence that's nonsense
You know we cut off our weak links
And during this speech I'm always willing to reach
I love my peeps that are still in the streets
(Chorus)
[Carl Thomas]
Back to life...(back to life)...back to reality...(ooohhhh!)
can't stay up all day...(ooohhh NO! no no)...Now some time...(some time)
To take the initiative you'll be back one day...(one day! ohh)
[Guru]
Everybody wants to be the boss
Everybody wants the spotlight but don't want to pay the cost
Me I give a kid direction if he says he's lost,
Some suckers want attention That's why they love to floss
But me I don't care about that there
You say you from the hood, you can't go back there
The same crooks you see coming up you'll see going down
Take that look off your face you know what's going down
We about to strip you of ya stripes you little ass wipe
About to take over your spot uh huh that's right!
Ya more bogus than a three dollar bill
Pop ya crisp rock ya wrists yeah y'all is mad ill
But ya sleepn' didn't see the wolves creepn'
Gettn' took for ya goodies for no apparent reason
And during this speech I'm willin' to reach
All of my peeps that are still in the streets.
(chorus)
{Carl Thomas sings till he fades out}
The song "Karma" by Adam F, Carl Thomas, and Guru explores the concept of cause and effect, with its lyrics focusing on the idea that our actions will eventually come back to us in the form of consequences. The song encourages listeners to be true to themselves and not to try to be like others, to be aware of what's happening in the world, to hold it down, and to be good to themselves because they always reap what they sow. The verses by Guru highlight the consequences of living a fake life and trying to live like a baller, while the chorus by Carl Thomas emphasizes the idea that karma is always at play and will come back around.
The song is a blend of hip-hop and soul, with a catchy chorus that is easy to sing along to. The track features a smooth beat, with Carl Thomas providing soulful vocals and Guru delivering rhymes that flow seamlessly. The combination of their voices creates a unique dynamic that is both captivating and empowering. The song has an inspiring message that encourages listeners to make positive changes in their lives, to be true to themselves, and to work towards a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
Huh huh ha Adam F on the track
This song is produced by Adam F
Speak guru representn'
Guru is introducing himself
Everybody wants to be somebody you know
Everyone desires to be successful
Just be yourself man, stop trying to be like everybody else
Be original, don't try to copy others
Frontn' like you got this and got that
Pretending to have things that you don't own
Yeah it's not about the material things
Life isn't about wealth and possessions
They don't rule my world, do they rule yours?
Are material things important to you?
I feel sorry for you done, but for real
I pity you at times
There's a lot of grimy cats out there that will wyle out on you
There are dangerous people out there who will hurt you
That's why you gotta stay on point
You need to be prepared for any situation
Be aware of what's goin' on and hold it down, from us to you...
Stay informed and stay strong.
As ya world goes up and down (oh yeah!)
Life has its ups and downs
Karma comes back around (comes back around yeah!)
Your actions have consequences
Don't you know that your gettn' what you put in the ground
You reap what you sow
Just be good to yourself cause you know that you always...
Take care of yourself, always.
Everybody wants a baller life
Everyone desires a life of luxury
Everybody wants a fly car, nice crib and all tha ice
Everyone wants fancy cars, houses, and jewelry
When they see me in the street, they want to call the vice
People get suspicious of wealthy-looking individuals
Get on some landlord shit and turn out all the lights
Landlords have power over their tenants
I'm like the toll that you should've paid
You should've respected me
You said you had the Mac, why you should of spree'd!
You boasted about having a gun, why didn't you protect yourself?
What happened to the chicks and the chips you bragged about?
Where are the women and money that you bragged about?
What happened to the guns and the clips you bragged about?
Where are the guns and ammo you bragged about?
I heard about they stomped you, and beat you, and dragged you out
I heard that you got beaten up and humiliated
You said they heard they got me, and that I doubt!
You said they caught me, but I don't believe you!
Street smarts and most y'all punks ya need heart
You need courage and intelligence to survive on the streets.
My peoples get busy for real soon as the beef starts
My friends are quick to fight when there is a problem
want to learn some more about me
If you want to know more about me
Your sure to see I'm a stand up guy wit maturity
You'll realize I'm a responsible, mature adult
And during this speech I'm always willin' reach
I'm always willing to help others
I love my peeps that are still in the streets.
I care about my friends who still live in the city.
Back to life...(back to life)...back to reality...(ooohhhh!)
Returning to reality after dreaming or fantasizing
can't stay up all day...(ooohhh NO! no no)...Now some time...(some time)
You need rest, take a break and relax!
To take the initiative you'll be back one day...(one day! ohh)
Take action and you'll succeed eventually
Everybody wants the wealth and fame
Everyone wants to be rich and famous
But nobody wants to hustle and the struggle
No one wants to work hard and overcome obstacles
Just to earn themselves a name, its like they want it all instantly
Everyone wants success immediately
And since I know what really goes on son I think differently
I've seen the hard work and effort required, so I have a different view.
I always to try to keep my fam tight even if we don't hang out no more
I try to stay connected to my family even if we don't see each other often
Ya still my man aiight, see money changes many things
You're still my friend, but money can ruin relationships
You go from just gettn' by to shopping spree's buying everything
You suddenly have a lot of money, so you spend it all
The guard came up hard straight out the boulevard
I grew up in a rough neighborhood
I pull your card get in your skin like a bullet scar
I'm tough, I can intimidate you
I'm holding the weight controlling your fate
I have power and influence over you
'cause you didn't play the game by the rules ya know its too late
You didn't follow the rules, so you're in trouble.
You tried to hop the fence on false pretence that's nonsense
You thought you were clever, but you were wrong
You know we cut off our weak links
We eliminate our weakest members
And during this speech I'm always willing to reach
I'm always available to help others
All of my peeps that are still in the streets.
I'm thinking of my friends who still live in the city.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Royalty Network, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Keith Elam, Adam Fenton, Simon Alban Law, Beresford Romeo, Peter Smith, Carl Thomas, Caron Wheeler, Pete Smith, Adam Tony Fenton, Simon Law, Romeo Beresford, Nellee Hooper
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