Chosen
B.o.B Lyrics


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I don't do much talking, let the money do it for me
And I don't need no promo, cause the haters do it for me
I just tell it how it is, while they be telling stories
When you come up from the bottom, that just mean that you was chosen

Hey now you know I don't do no talking, I let my diamond do it for me
But I'm blowing on loud, yea that's another story
Catch me in the building on the 37th story with a bad bitch screaming like I'm bringing her to glory
Glory, yup, we the bank roll mob, she can run from the dick but she can't go far
I'm in the Dominican Republic, got a couple bitches fucking on some cherry red seats and a mango card
A mango card? I know you heard about that, still a dope boy got birds on deck
Talking parakeets though, cause you a stool pigeon know you can't wait to run and spread the word bout that
And I never will let 'em, a pussy nigga keep me from being dope boy fresh
And they ain't gon' get it cause it is nigga, you can bet the bank on that

I don't do much talking, let the money do it for me
And I don't need no promo, cause the haters do it for me
I just tell it how it is, while they be telling stories
When you come up from the bottom, that just mean that you was chosen
(And you mean that you come up from the bottom?)
That just mean that you was chosen
And I don't need no promo, cause the haters do it for me
I just tell it how it is, while they be telling stories
When you come up from the bottom, that just mean that you was chosen

I can bet every chain on every verse I ever wrote, on every phrase on every note
Nowhere to rain but I'm married though to the game for forever more
You in the game but you never score, in every lane I'm exceptional
I'm on a plane where you never go
And they tell me that life is a bitch but I much prefer mary jane as a better ho
Aye, you see most of y'all niggas just fake to me, stories made up like maybelline
My niggas good for life, y'all still trying to get from point A to B
And they say silence is golden, so my wrist be talking shit for me
And haters can't help but hate, shit I can't help but be chosen

I don't do much talking, let the money do it for me (I don't)
And I don't need no promo, cause the haters do it for me
I just tell it how it is, while they be telling stories
When you come up from the bottom, that just mean that you was chosen
(And you mean that you come up from the bottom?)
That just mean that you was chosen
And I don't need no promo, cause the haters do it for me
I just tell it how it is, while they be telling stories
When you come up from the bottom, that just mean that you was chosen

A up on my fitted cap, my momma told me always give the critics (snap)
Balling with the homies they can try and run up on me
We gon' start tripping like they invented maps
Jordan's with denim vests, spending more than your mortgage on Vino Pet
Roll up the cigars, amino fat
Not so big, hunnits come out the side
She ain't sucking dick, she gotta jump out the ride
Another one that's choosing, that's the one I'll oblige
Focus on the money, only vocal for the moment
Niggas scavenging the hunger, wondering how I survived
For them beat the double but the triple
Burn em like a griddle, play a sucka' nigga like a fiddle
I don't say a word if I'm a kill em
Soon as I get the watch, just put em in the Nets Kerry Kittles

I don't do much talking, let the money do it for me
And I don't need no promo, cause the haters do it for me
I just tell it how it is, while they be telling stories
When you come up from the bottom, that just mean that you was chosen
(And you mean that you come up from the bottom?)
That just mean that you was chosen
And I don't need no promo, cause the haters do it for me




I just tell it how it is, while they be telling stories
When you come up from the bottom, that just mean that you was chosen

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Chosen" by B.o.B feat. T.I. & Spodee talk about the struggles of life and how we wait for our time to come, even though we may not be the chosen ones. The lyrics reflect upon how faith and pride can be shaken, and one must remember that nothing's set in stone, and they're not alone in this world. The song encourages the listeners not to hate and overcompensate but instead focus on the positive things in life, even though they might be scarce. The song continues to talk about how life is not like the movies, and we cannot always be the heroes. The underdogs also deserve some time and recognition, and it's the calm ones who get things done and the brave ones who overcome challenges.


The lyrics urge us to listen to our inner voice, even though it may not be telling us what we want to hear. It points out that sometimes we frame our lives in a certain way and forget that we have choices. Therefore, we should take some time out for the underdog and give them the recognition they deserve. It's an inspiring song that teaches us to face the challenges of life with strength and courage.


Line by Line Meaning

You might not be the chosen one
You may not be the person who is destined for greatness


Still you wait for your time to come
Even so, you are waiting for your big break


Still your faith has taken a tumble
Despite this, your confidence has been affected


And your pride is shaken and humble now
Your sense of self-importance has been weakened and you are more modest


You must know nothing's set in stone
You need to realize that nothing is permanent or predetermined


You must know that you're not alone
You should understand that there are others out there who also struggle


Try not to ever hate
Make an effort to avoid feeling animosity towards others


But can't help but over compensate
But it's difficult for you not to overcompensate for your perceived shortcomings


There's a smile says everything's rosy
You put on a façade of happiness and positivity


Maybe ten percent that it's mostly ****
But deep down, you know that this happiness is only partially true


You dream of another world
You yearn for a different reality


Where the guy always gets the girl
A place where things always work out the way they do in movies


But your life is not like the movies
However, your life is quite different than a fairy tale


You can shoot your way to heroes should we
Even though you may act heroically, it doesn't necessarily lead to recognition


Some time for the underdog
We should not forget about those who are disadvantaged or unfairly treated


We should take some time for the underdog
It is important to show support for those who are struggling and not ignore their plight


The calm ones who get it done
Those who are level-headed and focused are often successful


And it's the brave that will overcome
Courageous individuals have the best chance of triumphing over adversity


Should you listen to your voices
You should pay attention to the thoughts in your head


When they lie
However, sometimes these thoughts can be deceiving


And give you no more choices
Leaving you with only limited options


Frame what you gonna do
Decide how you will act and make a plan


In this phase that you going through
During this difficult time that you are experiencing




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bobby Ray Simmoons, Clifford Harris

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Comments from YouTube:

@hugooliveira8176

Damn Spodee doee! killin it wit the last verse

@jonathannkita

T.I killed this shit !

@FlowBeatz

T.I's flow is sick!

@mainejab9161

Yeeeeeaaahhhh

@AlucardAngel

ik he the best

@rooseveltboyd1767

You ain't never lying strongly agree

@Mmmarky92

T.I. and B.o.B forever kills the game!
Hustle Gang nikkuhs!!

@MambaZay

they need more songs together tho!!

@jenniferhunley1

sp3taan
Clean yo ears and listen brh

@sandersjr90

JM C I'm jus now seeing this video but been playing the song since it came out

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