Streets
Bess (V-Style) Lyrics
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I stopped my bruddas killing bruddas
Yeah he did it all for street credit
Yeah he left him on read it
He hope he got the message
I stopped my lovers killing lovers
I stopped my bruddas killing bruddas
He needs a medic bled red all for street credit
The strip man he fed it
My heart hurts my bro
Not more than he's head though
Toilet by the bed though the life that he chose
The sun goes up it must come down
The moon goes up then the sun comes out
Hood trophies trapper of the year and slapper of the year
Mummy shed tears now he coming home
My heart hurts my bro
My brother always right he my right-hand man
I break him a band I throw him a few
I always stuck by you
I always had your back hard to let you go
Big fish like kippa yeah, I got my hitter here
Hands in the air if you know what it's like to flip a brick in here
I ain't pay for no pussy but there's a stripper here
They flip flap like flippa yea (flip flap like flippa yeah)
Who you talking to you talking too you're not talking to me
I keep myself hot like a hundred degrees
And girl turn weak to the knees and want this d
And shout out Leo because he resembles me
Looking in the mirror I don't want to remember me
The lyrics of Bess (V-Style)'s song "Streets" delve into the artist's experiences and emotions surrounding violence, loyalty, and the consequences of living a dangerous lifestyle.
In the first paragraph, the artist proclaims that they have intervened to prevent their loved ones from harming one another. They emphasize that these actions were done for recognition in the streets, although they acknowledge that the person they are addressing may have disregarded their message.
The second paragraph continues the theme of preventing violence within their community. This time, they mention a person who is in need of medical attention, having perhaps gotten injured or killed while seeking street credibility. The mention of credit could refer to reputation or standing within the street culture. The artist also mentions the strip, alluding to a location tied to illicit activities such as drug dealing.
The third paragraph is filled with emotional turmoil and reflection. The artist expresses their sadness for someone close to them, possibly a brother, with whom they share a strong bond. They mention the presence of a toilet next to a bed, indicating a cramped living space or perhaps even a jail cell. The artist acknowledges the choices that this person has made, hinting at the consequences they face. The mention of the sun rising and falling represents the cyclical nature of life, and the inevitability of facing the consequences of one's actions.
In the fourth paragraph, the artist turns to a bit of bravado. They mention accomplishments or accolades they have earned in their neighborhood, such as being a notable drug dealer or someone who engages in physical altercations. The artist also mentions their relationship with their mother, who sheds tears when this person comes home, possibly alluding to a prison release. The mention of a right-hand man signifies a close and loyal friendship or partnership, suggesting that the artist has always supported this person. The lyrics conclude with a reference to self-reflection and self-acceptance, indicating a desire for personal growth and change.
Line by Line Meaning
I stopped my lovers' killing lovers
I prevented my romantic partners from hurting each other
Yeah he did it all for street credit
He committed those actions to gain respect and reputation in the neighborhood
Yeah he left him on read it
He ignored him intentionally
He hope he got the message
He wished that the person understood his intention
He needs a medic bled red all for street credit
He requires medical assistance after getting injured for the sake of his reputation
He got he's lyca with he's credit
He obtained a phone plan using his credit
The strip man he fed it
He supplied the strip (area) with something, possibly drugs
My heart hurts my bro
I feel emotional pain for my friend
Not more than he's head though
However, his physical injury is even more concerning
Toilet by the bed though the life that he chose
Having a toilet by the bed is a consequence of the lifestyle he opted for
The sun goes up it must come down
What goes up eventually comes down
The moon goes up then the sun comes out
Night turns into day, and day turns into night
Hood trophies trapper of the year and slapper of the year
Being recognized as the best drug dealer and the most violent person in the neighborhood
Mummy shed tears now he coming home
His mother cried when he was incarcerated, but now he is returning
My brother always right he my right-hand man
My brother is always correct, he is my most trusted companion
I break him a band I throw him a few
I give him a large amount of money, occasionally throwing him some more
I always stuck by you
I have always been loyal to you
I always had your back hard to let you go
I've consistently supported you, so it's difficult to move on from our relationship
Big fish like kippa yeah, I got my hitter here
I'm like a powerful figure, and I have someone to do my dirty work
Hands in the air if you know what it's like to flip a brick in here
Raise your hands if you understand the experience of selling drugs in this environment
I ain't pay for no pussy but there's a stripper here
I didn't pay for sex, but there is a stripper present
They flip flap like flippa yea (flip flap like flippa yeah)
They talk nonsense and change their stance constantly
Who you talking to you talking too you're not talking to me
Who are you addressing? It's not me
I keep myself hot like a hundred degrees
I maintain a high status and popularity
And girl turn weak to the knees and want this d
Girls become sexually attracted and desire me
And shout out Leo because he resembles me
I want to acknowledge Leo because he resembles my qualities or traits
Looking in the mirror I don't want to remember me
When I see my reflection, I don't want to be reminded of who I am
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Kori Bennett, Kyle Bennett
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