All Around The World
B.E.S.T Lyrics

Pray for Paris, what they tell us, while Nigeria burn
While the world is mourning the attacks on Paris, there's continuous violence and bombings in Nigeria that needs attention too.

Schools bombed overseas, where kids in Syria learn
The young learners in Syria are suffering from the destruction of their schools due to bombings and war.

Islamic leaders being attacked for political reasons
Leaders from the Islamic community are being persecuted and taken down for political motives, disregarding the importance of religion in their people's lives.

US spies kidnapped and found guilty of treason
American spies are facing imprisonment and punishment for betraying their own country by providing intelligence to other countries.

Missles getting tested, America getting ready for war
The United States of America is testing missiles and getting ready for a potential war, indicating that violence and conflict are inevitable.

Meanwhile children in the ghetto gotta sleep on the floor
While the government is spending on war preparation, children in poverty-stricken areas have no choice but to sleep on the floor without basic necessities.

Cause rival gangs shooting guns with no aim at all
The lack of aim by rival gangs who are shooting guns without purpose is causing harm and chaos in society.

Police be racial profiling, tryna blame us all
Police are profiling certain races and trying to pin blame on them for societal problems, resulting in unfair treatment and discrimination.

And with Obama out of office, ain't no hope for the blacks
With the departure of President Obama, there's a sense of hopelessness for the black community and a lack of representation in power.

2016, can you still believe they smoking on crack?
In modern times, it's unimaginable to believe that people are still using crack cocaine, demonstrating how society hasn't progressed and there's still a long way to go.

Bigger than rap, let's just take a second to focus on facts
We need to shift our focus from superficial aspects like rap music and pay attention to real-world issues.

50% of minorities in jail and most of 'em black
The high percentage of minorities in jail, particularly black people, is a matter of concern and points towards a flawed justice system.

Black lives matter, yeah right, that's just a hoax and an act
Although the Black Lives Matter movement is fighting for justice and equality, some people dismiss it as a fake and insincere campaign.

Rest in peace to the Jack, hate I had to say that
Acknowledging the passing of those who have lost their lives due to societal issues is important, but it's unfortunate that it has to be mentioned so frequently.

Thought it was just in my city 'til I cut on the news
Events or issues that were initially thought to be specific to one place or community are actually occurring globally, highlighting larger problems at hand.

It's happening all around the world, Keyshia tell 'em the truth
There are societal and political issues affecting people worldwide, and it's crucial to raise awareness and acknowledge them to initiate change.

Oh so you can't see what, you got on a blindfold?
People who ignore or choose to remain oblivious to societal issues are equivalent to wearing blindfolds and not seeing what’s happening around them.

Too busy in your Benz tryna dodge them potholes
People are distracted by materialistic pursuits such as driving luxury cars and avoiding potholes, instead of focusing on more pressing problems.

Don't know what's going on in the streets of Chicago
The lack of awareness and knowledge of street violence and gang activity in certain areas is concerning and needs attention.

Lil boy killed in an alley, reason why only God knows
The loss of young lives due to street violence is devastating, and the reason behind it is often inexplicable and leaves families devastated.

Young boys high, putting coke in their nostrils
The prevalence of drug abuse among young boys is alarming and needs attention to combat and prevent it from worsening.

It's a race of babies that hate the ladies
There's a trend of younger generations harboring hatred and disrespect towards women, demonstrating a larger issue of social attitudes towards gender equality.

Must have thought it was a lie when you heard it in Pac's song
Issues like violence and societal conflict aren't just a problem of this generation and have been highlighted in previous generations through music, showing that the problems persist and remain relevant today.

His mama strung out and you know that his pops gone
Lack of support and parental involvement in children's lives can result in them engaging in harmful activities and behaviors, leading to a cycle of societal problems.

The preacher can't reach 'em, he ain't hearing the gospel
Issues like violence and drugs are so prevalent that the messages and teachings of preachers and religious leaders aren't resonating with younger generations, resulting in a lack of guidance and direction.

Future on his iPhone, this shit is colossal
Individuals are becoming absorbed in technology and social media, prioritizing likes and followers over important societal and political issues that need attention.

Christians lost acting like they really know where Christ is
People who claim to have religious faith don't always act on the teachings and values of their respective religions, resulting in a lack of compassion and empathy towards those who are suffering.

World War III coming soon with ISIS
The rise of extremist groups like ISIS is a major concern and could potentially lead to global conflict, highlighting the magnitude of the issue.

Shoe boxes full of letters, all my homies is lifers
The prevalence of individuals in prison and serving life sentences is concerning and highlights flaws in the justice system.

Not just in my hood, from San Quentin to Rikers
Issues like violence, drugs, and incarceration aren't limited to a specific community or city and occur globally, requiring larger systemic changes.

Black America wake up, we was asleep for too long
The black community needs to be aware and proactive in fighting for their rights and equality, not passive towards societal issues anymore.

Got me feeling like Marvin Gaye, what's going on?
The state of society and conflict is making people feel helpless and nostalgic for past eras of hope and activism for change.

Treyvon down in Florida, to Mike in Ferguson
The murders of young black men like Treyvon Martin and Mike Brown due to institutionalized racism and police brutality is alarming and needs attention.

The next Malcolm or Martin, look, they probably done murdered them
The potential leaders and voices for the black community, like Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr., could face the same violence and oppression that they fought against.

Church shooters get arrested and brought in like company
Shooters at churches and religious gatherings are treated as criminals but not given the same attention and blame as terrorists, highlighting a societal bias.

Oscar shot in his back and Sandra died in custody
The loss of black lives due to police brutality and institutionalized racism, like Oscar Grant and Sandra Bland, is unacceptable and needs to be addressed.

KKK get exposed, all members of congress
The uncovering of white supremacist groups like the KKK reveals that institutional racism and discrimination is still prevalent in society, and even politicians are a part of it.

Russia blame terrorism on known jihadists
Certain countries and groups are quick to blame Islamic extremists for acts of terrorism, without acknowledging deeper political or socioeconomic issues.

While all these rappers argue 'bout who is the hottest
The focus on superficial aspects like rap music and celebrity status takes attention away from important societal issues that need to be addressed.

I'm tryna teach my daughter, she's an African goddess
Parents have a responsibility to teach younger generations about their cultural heritage and instill self-worth and confidence in their identities.

The Real Isis was a goddess, not a terrorist group
The confusion and misrepresentation of names and symbols in the media obscure their true meaning and history, like the name Isis being associated with terrorism instead of its true roots in mythology.

Make all our good seem bad without telling the truth
Society has a tendency to focus on negative aspects and ignore the good, perpetuating harmful stereotypes and biases without considering the bigger picture.

Flip all our signs and our symbols that resemble the love
Positive symbols and signs that represent love and unity are being misused and flipped to represent hate and division, showcasing the dangers of distorted perspectives.

Turning to hate groups, mentally be messing us up
Hate groups and extremist ideologies do more harm than good and negatively impact individuals' mental health and perspectives.

This world war, it ain't just in my hood
The issues and conflicts that occur in specific neighborhoods and communities are not limited to that area but have a much larger scope, affecting the world at large.

Children dying, mother's crying, no one cares, oh it isn't fair
The loss of innocent lives and the devastation it causes families goes unnoticed and ignored, highlighting a lack of empathy and compassion in society.

Everybody's hiding, everybody's crying
People are afraid and feel helpless in the face of societal issues and conflicts.