All Apologies
Ambassador Lyrics


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Yeah yeah, FK Squad
Mit meinem Mann Sèkou aka The Ambassador
Für 1999
Und wir haben viel Liebe zu geben
Check it out now
Yo 'Kou, drop the verse

There comes a time in your life you've got to go against the odds
Take pause, try to get from small to large
It's all good, struggle through and knock on wood
I might not have always done things the way that I should
Nor the way that I could now, grow to know how
Keep it on the low focus y'all brothers pow wow
Watch the hour I'm on some next moves for tomorrow
Still my sunshine that's how we blossom the flowers
Lost ones on the bottom hardly ever seen light
That's why the spark trouble, always starting the fight
Walking up on my boys making noise and shit
Talking 'bout FK how they hate my clique
I never throw fits stay calm never alarmed
That's how we last long, keep my life line in my palm
Yo, Don, turn the mic up, focus the view
Ambassador write songs the whole world relate to

To all my peoples left behind once I made up my mind
All those who helped me up when I was stuck in a bind
Anyone I might have stepped on chasing these G's
One love one heart, all apologies

To all my peoples left behind once I made up my mind
All those who helped me out when I was stuck in a bind
Anyone I might have stepped on chasing these G's
One love one heart all apologies

Yo, I grew up fatherless like most black males
It's like the whole lot of us is programmed to fail
But in the end new beginnings get it started again
God's speed lead your thoughts back to deep within
Keep my feet on the ground, watch who lingers around
A lot of hard luck niggas try to get at my crown
But I forgive them send 'em love I know what it's like
Doing shows for no dough and if the ends ain't right
So it's a must we bond and we can all cop this
You do for me I do for you we both top of the list
Wath your stock once you got it, set up shop
Keep your eyes on the clock plus stick to your plot
You may never be a rich star but I know who you are
And that will take you much further than your jewels and your car
We all got a lot to give so take heed to the song
'Cause I'm going to live what I say to the day that I'm gone

To all my peoples left behind once I made up my mind
All those who helped me out when I was stuck in a bind
Anyone I might have stepped on chasing these G's
One love one heart all apologies

To all my peoples left behind once I made up my mind
All those who helped me out when I was stuck in a bind
Anyone I might have stepped on chasing these G's
One love one heart all apologies

Yeah yeah
We've all come a long way since it started
Maximilian, DJ Friction, The Don (stay strong)

I took my time wrote it down line for line
Take a look and you'll find truth lies in a wise rhyme
I watch the sky, follow signs of the magi
Heard the most high that be the words of my third eye
Spoke with fire, lift this bloke out of the mire
Make it known I only quote those I admire
My sole objective to spawn growth and inspire
Move across the globe like a soldier for hire
So long it's for a just cause we can spark to the cypher
Talk politics to the day we spot Elijah
Could have sworn it I saw him rise on the hills of Israel
So reveal your true size and know if it's real
We no longer have to wonder where we got our next meal
The whole squad got stronger now we on even keel
Enough said we could break bread and all get fed
So take it as a compliment and let it go to your head

To all my peoples left behind once I made up my mind
All those who helped me out when I was stuck in a bind
Anyone I might have stepped on chasing these G's
One love one heart all apologies

To all my brethrens - ride on
And all my sisters - keep shining on
We doing this till the day that we gone
We got love to give for the life we live

All my brethrens - ride on
And all my sisters - keep shining on
We doing this till the day that we gone
We got love to give for the life we live

Sèkou Ambassador
We got love to give for the life we live
FK Squad
We got love to give for the life we live
Esperanto-Shit für '99
Liebe geht raus an alle Hip-Hop-Crews
In Deutschland und weltweit
We got love to give for the life we live




That's right
Yeah yeah, yeah yeah

Overall Meaning

The Ambassador's "All Apologies" is a deeply introspective and confessional track about personal growth, overcoming hardship, and seeking forgiveness from those he may have wronged. The lyrics touch on a variety of themes, including coming from a disadvantaged background, striving for success, navigating toxic relationships and beef, staying grounded and focused, and ultimately, recognizing the importance of community, empathy, and generosity. The song's opening lines set the tone for the introspective and reflective mood of the track, as The Ambassador raps about going "against the odds" and striving for personal growth, setting himself up as a model of resilience and perseverance.


The Ambassador is also candid about his past mistakes and missteps, admitting that he "might not have always done things the way that [he] should," and acknowledging that he may have hurt or mistreated others in his pursuit of success. Nevertheless, he expresses a deep sense of remorse and a desire to make amends, offering heartfelt apologies to those he may have wronged: "All those who helped me out when I was struck in a bind / Anyone I might have stepped on chasing these G's / One love one heart all apologies."


The song's overall message is one of hope and reconciliation, with The Ambassador emphasizing the importance of forgiveness, empathy, and community-building in achieving personal growth and finding fulfillment. Ultimately, "All Apologies" is a deeply human track that speaks to the universal struggles and aspirations of hip-hop fans everywhere.


Line by Line Meaning

There comes a time in your life you've got to go against the odds
Sometimes in life, it is necessary to go against the odds and take risks.


Take pause, try to get from small to large
Take a break and focus on striving towards bigger goals.


It's all good, struggle through and knock on wood
Despite the struggles, everything will be fine and you just have to keep working hard.


I might not have always done things the way that I should
Admission of making mistakes and not always choosing the right path in the past.


Nor the way that I could now, grow to know how
Acknowledgement of personal growth and learning from past experiences.


Keep it on the low focus y'all brothers pow wow
Stay focused and keep working towards goals while avoiding distractions.


Watch the hour I'm on some next moves for tomorrow
Be mindful of time and always planning for the future.


Still my sunshine that's how we blossom the flowers
Maintain a positive and optimistic outlook to continue to blossom and see growth in life.


Lost ones on the bottom hardly ever seen light
People at a disadvantage in society rarely get a fair opportunity to succeed.


That's why the spark trouble, always starting the fight
Individuals who feel forgotten may end up causing trouble and start conflicts.


Walking up on my boys making noise and shit
Confrontations with people making excessive noise and causing disturbances.


Talking 'bout FK how they hate my clique
Rumors and negativity spread about a group, causing tension.


I never throw fits stay calm never alarmed
Maintain composure and stay calm even in the face of adversity.


That's how we last long, keep my life line in my palm
Survival depends on keeping a close eye on personal well-being and safety.


To all my peoples left behind once I made up my mind
Acknowledging those who were left behind when making personal decisions.


All those who helped me out when I was stuck in a bind
Gratitude towards those who provided assistance during tough times.


Anyone I might have stepped on chasing these G's
Apologizing to anyone who might have been hurt in the pursuit of financial gain.


One love one heart, all apologies
Offering apologies and love to those who were hurt along the way.


Yo, I grew up fatherless like most black males
The artist shares a common experience with many others who grew up without a father figure.


It's like the whole lot of us is programmed to fail
Society sets up the deck against many black males, making success seem unlikely.


But in the end new beginnings get it started again
Despite past adversity, there is always room for new beginnings and fresh starts.


God's speed lead your thoughts back to deep within
Religious reference and the importance of introspection and self-reflection.


Keep my feet on the ground, watch who lingers around
Stay grounded and aware of those who may have ulterior motives or negative intentions.


A lot of hard luck niggas try to get at my crown
Individuals facing similar struggles may try to take advantage of personal success or position.


But I forgive them send 'em love I know what it's like
Despite the negativity, the artist chooses to forgive and empathize with others who have faced hard times.


Doing shows for no dough and if the ends ain't right
Performing for little or no money may take a toll on individuals struggling financially.


So it's a must we bond and we can all cop this
It is important to form bonds and work together to achieve success for all individuals involved.


You do for me I do for you we both top of the list
Mutual respect and support are vital for collective success.


Enough said we could break bread and all get fed
There is enough for everyone to live comfortably, so let's share our resources and work together.


So take it as a compliment and let it go to your head
Accept praise and recognition for hard work and success, but do not let it inflate the ego.


We got love to give for the life we live
Despite past hardships, there is still love to give and positivity to share in life.


And all my sisters - keep shining on
Encouraging women to continue to succeed and be successful in their lives.


Doing this till the day that we gone
Stay committed to success and personal growth until the end of life.


Esperanto-Shit für '99
A shout-out to the hip-hop community in Germany and worldwide in the year 1999.


Liebe geht raus an alle Hip-Hop-Crews
Sending love to all hip-hop groups and communities.


That's right
Affirming the power of positivity and unity in life.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MAX HERRE, PHILIPPE ALEXANDER KAYSER, AHMED SEKOU NEBLETT, MARTIN WELZER

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