Gonna Make It
Banks & Steelz Lyrics

The dramatic achievements in space which have occurred in recent weeks
The recent successes in space exploration should make us realize the great impact that inventions have on people's thinking and decision-making.

Should have made clear to us all
These achievements should have made us understand the importance of innovation.

As did Sputnik in 1957
Like the launch of Sputnik, these achievements should make us pay attention to the impact that technology has on our lives.

The impact of this invention in the minds of men everywhere
The impact that new technologies have on people's minds and decisions.

Who are attempting to make a determination
People who are trying to make important decisions.

Of which road they should take
Of which path or direction to follow.

A captain inspires
A leader motivates his followers.

Thats's what they always say
That's what people often say about the power of leadership.

I'm gonna make it someday
I will be successful one day.

Reach for the skies
Aim high to achieve success.

Let the trees fall as they ay
Don't worry about minor obstacles or setbacks.

Oh oh
Expressing an emotional moment or feeling.

Mmm mmm
Expressing an emotional moment or feeling.

Free from disguise
Being genuine and open without hiding true intentions or feelings.

That's how I kiss my prey
That's how I succeed at what I aim to do.

I know I'll make it someday
I am confident that I will achieve success one day.

Yo
Casual introduction or greeting.

Dangerous weapons
Products that can be harmful or dangerous to people.

Proceed at your own discretion
Use them carefully and responsibly at your own risk.

There's no time for panic or emergency exits
Don't panic or try to escape in an emergency because you may not have time.

Words surge, burn like electrical antiseptic on you germs
Powerful words that have a disinfecting and healing effect on negative thinking or bad behavior.

There's no chance for paramedics
There is no time for emergency medical help.

This is Asiatic (?) Krishna, Vishnu
Referring to important religious figures in the Hindu religion.

Rule the black bishop over the world like a guided missile
An analogy suggesting that powerful people or entities control the world like a weaponized tool.

We shall overcome over drums
We will succeed with passionate action and determination.

No one knows when the winter time comes
No one knows what difficult times they may face in the future.

Fallout (?) dope killa bee (?)
Unclear and possibly nonsensical cultural references.

Fresh brewski from distillery
Freshly made beer from a brewery.

(?) cheerio cereal
Unclear and possibly nonsensical cultural reference.

If you like the lake full of (?)
Unclear and possibly nonsensical cultural reference.

Deliver your mind, strive immaterial
Focus on spiritual or mental growth instead of material possessions.

Substance associated to weakness to the inferior
Material possessions can lower one's self-worth or sense of personal strength.

Trust in this poison that's been pushed through the stereo
Don't believe everything you hear on the radio or from popular media sources.

Lusting for success, yes
Desiring success is natural.

Never getting blessed, no
But don't expect success or blessings to come without hard work or dedication.

Because they're unwilling to fulfill the spiritual
Lacking spiritual dedication or connection can hamper one's ability to achieve success.

Its a jungle of lies
The world is full of dishonesty and deceit.

I know how to clear my way
I know how to navigate through the dishonesty and find my own path.

Seep like the violet they're chosen like (?)
Unclear and possibly nonsensical cultural reference.

The stone in the ocean and peace (?)
Unclear and possibly nonsensical cultural reference.

You are known there
You are familiar with these references or cultural icons.

Very known, very known
Emphasizing how well-known these cultural references are.

Trapped inside the schism of capitalism
Feeling stuck or oppressed by the economic system or marketplace.

Baptism, fascism, terrorism
Three powerful, often controversial concepts in western culture.

Knowing that all these -isms are just another prism
Realizing that all of these concepts have multiple angles or perspectives from which they can be viewed.

Another prison
Suggesting that these -isms can be stifling or limiting.

Designed to smother vision
Intentionally or unintentionally hindering one's ability to see the world clearly.

How can a child survive inside this world without his mother's wisdom
Lamenting the challenges that children face when growing up and navigating through the world.

For heaven's sake, I've been trapped in a pit of snakes
Expressing frustration or desperation with the challenges one faces in life.

Trying to speed ball through my life
Trying to move quickly and achieve success as quickly as possible.

Then I hit the brakes
Experiencing a moment of pause or realization.

Made a right at the light
Choosing a different path or direction.

Come to learn
Realizing something important.

That the light expels the darkness
That positive or illuminating influences can overcome negative or dark ones.

(?) like softness, absorbs the heartless
Unclear and possibly nonsensical cultural reference.

Are you Kennedy, Malcolm X, or Marcus
Asking the listener to reflect on what role models or leadership figures they aspire to be like.

(?) or (?) is a black caucus
Unclear and possibly nonsensical cultural reference.

He said listen I could be (?)
Unclear and possibly nonsensical cultural reference.

And I'll be that way until my (?) are exhausted
Unclear and possibly nonsensical ending to previous line.

He trusted on the cross
Having faith or trust in a religious or spiritual icon or idea.

Kissing on the Bible
Possibly referring to a religious ritual or sign of devotion.

Then he took and tossed it
Rejecting or rebelling against a previous religious doctrine or practice.

Its like a bad habit
Comparing a negative behavior or mindset to an addictive bad habit.

Dagnamit he lost it
Expressing disappointment in someone's negative behavior or loss of control.

The illusion of luxury, men cannot afford it
Suggesting that material wealth is a fleeting or unrealistic goal for most people.

Reach for the skies, its a free fall all the way
Aiming for the highest goals or aspirations, even if it means taking risks or facing challenges along the way.

Adolescence
The period of life between childhood and adulthood.

All those anti-depressants
Medication designed to treat depression or anxiety.

No substance, no wisdom
Lacking deeper understanding or perspective.

They're lacking their essence
Not living up to their full potential or inner self.

Sex dressing, quickly undressing
Rapidly moving from one superficial experience or relationship to another.

Not knowing that their fortune is ruled by the present
Not seeing how their current choices and actions will impact their future success or happiness.

Don't know their lessons
Not learning important life lessons or skills.

Don't bear witness to God while life is evidence
Not recognizing or appreciating the spiritual significance of life itself.

They'd rather risk their lives for those old dead presidents
People prioritize money or financial gain over other important aspects of life.

And live in strife in the concrete settlement
Lots of pain and difficulty in the city.

Never realizing that man means intelligence
Not recognizing the incredible intellectual capacity that humans possess.

Used to be so relevant
Referring to a previous time or era.

Knowledge is relevant
Emphasizing the importance of learning and expanding one's knowledge.

(?) is benevolent but don't be malevolent
Unclear and possibly nonsensical cultural reference.

To those who try to teach you the truth a (?) you testaments
Unclear and possibly nonsensical cultural reference.

Become the civilized and rise to pure excellence
Becoming more refined and enlightened, and striving for excellence in all areas of life.