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Akon Ft Nola Lyrics

'Cause I ain't ever change on you motherfuckers
I have been consistent with you all and have not changed, even though some people have drifted apart.

And OG's spitting game on you motherfuckers
The older generation share their wisdom with the younger ones.

You should be ashamed like a motherfucker
The youth today should be ashamed of themselves as they have lost their way and are engaging in unethical behavior.

The streets packed with all these lame lil motherfuckers
People today are living in the streets and not making progress in life.

Everybody wanna be a hard stopper
These youngsters all want to be rough and tough, and they think that is cool to be one.

You won't find too many riding out without a chopper
Most of them have weapons with them, and it's never a good idea to take them lightly.

They end up dead or somewhere in lock up
If they mess with the wrong people or break the law, they will either be killed or arrested.

Where somebody will break em off something proper
In the lock-up, they will experience violence or be taught lessons by experienced criminals.

These youngsters think that I'm so cool
The young generation idolizes me, and they want to learn from me.

They wanna learn the game from an old school
They want to learn how to navigate this world from someone experienced.

I give em strategies to sleep on
I share valuable knowledge with them that they can use practically.

So when they put me in the grave they could keep on
I hope that the knowledge I share stays with them even after I pass away.

Be your own man cos your friends ain't shit
You should be independent as your friends cannot always be trusted.

They only come around when they need to
Your friends will only be there for you if they need something from you.

Use that home boy shit to deceive you
Your friends might use your friendship to deceive you and exploit your trust in them.

Remember you don't owe nobody, niggas
You do not have any obligation to anyone, and you should prioritize yourself.

Niggas put the bite to the hand that feeds, that’s your body
Your friends might betray you and harm you even though you have been good to them.

And they forgetting how they got there
Your friends might forget how you helped them get to where they are today.

This is life, it's a game, but it's not fair
Life is not always fair and is more of a gamble than a guarantee.

It's hard enough trynna get by
Life is challenging, and it is hard to make a living.

Day to day struggling with shit so you get high
People resort to drugs to cope with their struggles and mental health issues.

And staying drunk on the regular
People self-medicate and drink alcohol often to deal with their problems.

Talking dope talk on your cellular
People often discuss drugs on their phones, which can incriminate them.

But in this game that's a no-no
Talking about drugs is frowned upon in this game, and it can put you in trouble.

The streets ain't the only ones watching, taking photos
It's not just the people in the streets spying on you, but the authorities are as well.

And life ain't bitches and money
Life is not all about women and money but more about self-improvement.

This life's bout getting this money
But getting money is still an essential part of surviving in this world.

Because that bitch is a problem
Women can be problematic and cause more harm than good.

Can't live with and can't live without her
Women can be both beneficial and detrimental to one's life.

My advice to you is stay on your grind
My recommendation for you is to keep working hard and chasing your dreams.

Keep that bitch on her back and your faith on your mind, nigga
But also do not let women distract you from your goals, and keep your faith strong.

And we don't talk to police
In this game, we do not communicate with the law enforcement authorities.

That's the number one rule on the streets
That's the primary principle that guides the criminals in the streets.

'Cause if you can't do the time, then you don't do the crime
If you cannot handle the consequences, then you should not engage in illegal activities.

Nigga keep the streets quiet
Keep the streets low-key and undercover to avoid attracting attention.

You don't upstrap unless you have to
Do not brandish your weapon unless you need it for protection.

Bullshit with these niggas and they clap you
If you talk too much nonsense with these people, they might shoot you.

You gon' revenge somebody?
Are you going to seek revenge on someone who wronged you?

Dig two graves, just in case it's two bodies
Be prepared to be killed in a fight, so dig two graves after killing someone.

And never bring a stick to a gunfight
Do not bring a knife or other weapon to defend yourself against someone with a gun.

One shot, one kill, you get one life
The outcome of a single shot from a firearm could lead to death or life imprisonment.

And shitting where you sleep ain't an option
Do not interfere with what you depend on for your livelihood or wellbeing

People knowing where you sleep, that's a problem
The community should not know where you reside if you lead a life of crime.

You got to watch these niggas
You have to be wary of others who might hurt you or betray you.

They ain't your home boys, not these niggas
These people are not your true friends or homeboys.

First chance you call sleep, they could murk you
At the first opportunity, they might try to kill you when you are asleep.

So don't put squares in your circle
Only let trusted people into your circle or inner circle.

'Cause these streets don't love nobody
Remember that the streets do not care about your well-being or success, and they can be ruthless.

You gotta pay attention to the signs, Johnny
You have to be vigilant and be cautious of signals or signs around you.

If you a weak nigga, don't try to play hard
If you are not tough enough, do not act like you are because it can lead to danger.

Better keep your punk ass out the yard
Stay away from areas that are notorious for violent crime like jail or prison.

And don't get fronted, just avoid that
Do not allow anyone to defraud you, just stay away from such people.

But if you have to, pay them boys back
If you have borrowed money and cannot pay promptly, repay them when you are able.

'Cause niggas ain't playing, it's a drought
People are not lenient regarding payment, and times are tough.

The border is closed, the cash running out
It has become increasingly difficult to get money, and borders are tightly controlled.

And broke mother fuckers make the best crooks
Destitute individuals will be the most desperate and capable criminals.

Every nigga in the way getting shook
Everyone in their path will be intimidated or frightened.

You got to play the game by the book
You have to conduct yourself ethically and legally, even when involved in unlawful acts.

I fuck around and your life getting took
If you do not stay in line, your life might be taken away suddenly.

And last but not least, when you make that money
Lastly, when you’ve earned enough money,

Keep it low-pro, don't say shit, dummy
Maintain a low profile and do not talk about it.

And don't say shit to your girlfriend
Do not tell your girlfriend about how much money you have, for your own safety.

Pillow talk will send your ass to the state pen
Your girlfriend might accidentally mention to someone, and this might get you arrested.

Take notes to the game I'm providing
Take heed of the advice that I am providing in this song.

Stop using momma names trynna hide shit
Stop using excuses and your mother's name to cover up your wrongdoings.

Nigga them feds ain't stupid
The authorities are not foolish, and they might catch up with you.

You ain't the only nigga trynna do this
You are not the only one trying to get ahead through illegal means.

Riding round the hood in a four-door
Riding around the area in a luxurious car.

Flying spur old rims, trynna show off
With expensive cars with custom or classic rims just to flaunt.

You drawing too much attention
You are attracting too much notice or scrutiny.

And then be surprised when you catch a life sentence
You cannot be shocked if you get sentenced to a lifetime in jail for your illegal activities.

The game is a thing that you boys should be proud of
The game has its risks and rewards, and sometimes men are proud to be involved in it.

But once you in it, it's hard to get out of
However, once you have entered the game, it is not easy to extricate yourself from it completely.

Grief will kill a nigga like a gun do
Eventual pain and regret could kill you as quickly as a bullet.

So when you get the chance to make a break for it, run fool
Therefore, when the opportunity arises, run away from game entirely and start over again with a clean slate.