Weapon of Choice
B. R. M. C. Lyrics

What's the question?
What is the reason behind the use of a weapon?

Why are you flexin'?
What is the purpose behind showing off the use of a weapon?

Here's the answer; choice of weapons
The choice of using a weapon or not is a personal one and has its consequences.

Yo, The Remainz, kid, why you flexin like a bicep?
Addressing someone who is showing off their weapon and asking why they feel the need to do so.

Heat on your hip just to get a rep; it ain't worth it
Carrying a weapon to gain respect or reputation is not worth the risk it brings.

Just because you pack a biscuit doesn't mean you can't
Even if someone is carrying a weapon, it doesn't mean they are invincible.

Become another statistic; you figure it
Carrying a weapon puts the person at risk of becoming a statistic in gun violence.

Life's a gamble even for vandalz; I handle mine with minds
Life is unpredictable, but one can choose to handle it by using their intellect instead of weapons.

Only unless my chest is under pressure in a contest
Using a weapon is a last resort when someone is threatened or in danger.

The fear of layin' in wreck causes the stress
The fear of being killed or harmed with a weapon causes stress and anxiety.

I have to adjust to this mess and pull when it's best
Sometimes using a weapon is necessary, but it should only be done in the best possible circumstances.

Yo, little big man, feelin' your oats because you're strapped?
Addressing someone who feels empowered by carrying a weapon.

Bustin' a cap at another kid who's black?
Using a weapon to harm or kill someone based on their race is unacceptable.

It ain't all that when the shots are flyin' back
Using a weapon can backfire and put the person in danger.

You made a choice, and the choice you made was whack
Choosing to use a weapon for the wrong reasons is a poor decision.

Kinda tipsy, with the liquid confidence
Drinking alcohol can lead to poor decision making and using a weapon when it's not necessary.

Pullin' your pistol when it doesn't make sense
Using a weapon when it's not required or appropriate is foolish and dangerous.

To be the bigger man you figure
Choosing not to use a weapon shows maturity and wisdom.

But in the end, it don't pay when you're livin' by the trigger
Using a weapon as a way of life is not beneficial and can lead to negative consequences.

Yeah, it's the master of the who, what, where, and the why
Referring to oneself as an expert of knowledge and understanding.

But, still, I got a problem with seein' my brothers die
Witnessing gun violence and its result makes the artist uncomfortable and concerned.

I've been around and lived past the average age of us
The artist has had the opportunity to live longer than others affected by gun violence.

In every obituary, a full page of us
In every death announcement for someone affected by gun violence, it is usually a young African American male.

The game is money, but what about inner wealth?
The importance of focusing on non-monetary wealth such as health, happiness, and values.

The mental, the spiritual, and physical health
The aspects of a person's well-being that should be focused on besides wealth.

But still, everyday, the city is a test
Living in the city where gun violence is prominent is a challenge and a struggle.

That's why some people feel a gun is the best
Due to the constant threat of violence, some people feel a weapon is the only option for protection.

No doubt I pack protection, but every altercation
While the artist carries a weapon, they do not use it in every confrontation, but only when necessary.

Or situation doesn't deserve blastin'; I mastered precisions
The artist uses precise judgement to determine when to use their weapon and when to avoid violence.

Choice of weapon - should I peel or peel out?
The decision to use a weapon or run away should be made based on logical reasoning.

My choice of routes may decide my whereabouts
Deciding which path to take can impact the outcome of a situation.

I pack no weapons then the seargeant bargin in
The experience of being searched by the police for weapons and potentially facing legal consequences.

Ready to bomb a rapper like Saddam, Stikken Moov swarm
Comparing the police to a military force ready to attack and overpower the artist.

Ready to bust off, like Ron Jeremy, but I chill, G
The temptation to use a weapon in certain situations, but the artist decides to remain calm and avoid violence.

Relax and consider lucky to live to see a quarter past three
The singer reflects on the dangers and threats of gun violence and feels grateful to still be alive.

That's why I wield the steel; yes, my microphone is crazy real
The artist values the power of their words through music rather than relying on weapons to make a statement.

I'm not the one sellin' out to get the mass appeal
The singer does not compromise their values or beliefs for the sake of popularity.

But jail cells are filled with my peeps
Many of the singer's friends and colleagues have been imprisoned due to gun violence and other crimes linked to it.

While the rest are gettin' killed in these ill-ass streets
Those who are not in jail may still face danger and death due to the prevalence of gun violence in their community.

So, pick your weapon - a mic or a gun
A person must decide if they want to make an impact through music or violence.

I make a sucker run when my tongue stuns; check it
The artist is confident in the power of their words to make an impact on others and provoke a response.

Leavin' the spot, I seen some wild kids
Encountering potentially dangerous young people upon leaving a performance.

One stepped to me, asked me to freestyle, kid
One of the young people asked the singer to showcase their musical talent.

Meanwhile he flexed a burner on his side
The young person revealed they were carrying a weapon while asking the artist to perform.

I looked him in the eye, smiled, and walked to my ride
The artist remained calm and avoided confrontation by walking away from the confrontation.

He was actin' kinda hard on the surface
The young person was putting up a front of being tough and intimidating.

I said to myself that it really wasn't worth it
The singer reflected on the potential danger of the situation and decided it was not worth engaging.

Yo, you think you're all that, 'cause you pack heat?
Addressing someone who feels superior due to carrying a weapon.

Seein' your own brother play the concrete in defeat
Bearing witness to the tragic consequences of gun violence and losing loved ones to it.

Tryin' to prove yourself while you put the next man down
Attempting to prove oneself by exerting power over others through violence and intimidation.

But what goes around, comes back, black; best believe that
The negative consequences of gun violence can have repercussions on the person who initiated it.

You know what I'm sayin'?
A common expression to ask if the listener understands and agrees with the message conveyed.

That's all the real heads all over the world
Addressing the global audience of like-minded individuals who oppose violence and gun-related crimes.

That realize that this music is real
Acknowledging that music can convey a message and influence people to take action in reality.

That we keep it real like that
The artist and the community they represent prioritize authenticity and honesty.

Peace to all my brothers on the third
Addressing the individuals who follow the Nation of Gods and Earths on the third degree of understanding.

And all the real brothers in hip-hop
Showing appreciation and respect to fellow artists who prioritize authenticity and honesty in their music.

It's like a rap's new generation thing, baby
Describing the evolution of the rap genre and its influence on society and culture.

Peace to Guru
Acknowledging the co-artist and their contributions to the song, along with their overall work.

It's Panche, the wild comanche, suicide
The artist introducing themselves with a self-assigned nickname, suggesting a sense of danger and recklessness.