Up and Down
Bishop Lamont Ft. G. Malone & Chevy Jones Lyrics


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No time to waste I'm way behind in life
When you the street type its hard to do what's right
Still in the fight feels like the twelfth round
I dropped my guard for a second and got knocked down
I'm on my back trying to regain my conscience
But that can be a little tricky process
Stand on my own like a man is supposed to
Protect my home and those I'm close to
So let it rain let it drip
Like cocaine when you sniff
Hope you came with extra clips
That's on the gang we come equipped
And we flaming we so lit
Spray painting up the click
We inhaling hell of a spliffs
Give me death or give me glory
In this life we all got to write a story
I guess mine going to be about the mission
of my conviction to free us all from this mental prison
I been down I been up
And when I'm on top its like its never enough
I been down I been up
And when I'm on top its like its never enough
And when I'm low I feel like I can never get up
So I'm a keep it pushing till my life is better
Pick up just to blow up so my life is set up
Staying exact with the numbers like a measuring cup
Long as I'm breathing I'm fighting demons among heathens
Behind enemy lines I see them while they creeping
Staying clear of the non sense surviving
No spotlight no racial profiling
Hidden in plain sight moving in silence
Is a skill you must learn to avoid surprises
But you all already know the code ain't what it was before
So Ima keep it pushing hard and watch it all unfold
I ride solo no witness no photos
Strictly business keep that on the low low
I drive in slow motion blazing up that homegrown
Skywalker og that's what we be on
I'm running out of time its hard to get so much done
Shoutout my nigga JoJo that's a live one
Through the years I been watching as the time goes
Taking shots at life goals cause real niggas never fold
I been down I been up
And when I'm on top its like its never enough
I been down I been up
And when I'm on top its like its never enough
And when I'm low I feel like I can never get up
So I'm a keep it pushing till my life is better




Pick up just to blow up so my life is set up
Staying exact with the numbers like a measuring cup

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Bishop Lamont's "Up and Down" deals with the struggles of someone who's trying to make a better life for themselves after having a rough past. The opening lines signify that the person acknowledges that they have wasted a lot of time and that they are struggling to make better choices, a common problem amongst people who have lived life on the streets. The struggle continues, and the person finds themselves in a state of constant fight or flight mode, with every round feeling like the twelfth one, with no end in sight.


The lyrics of the song depict vivid imagery of gang life and the struggles of living in that world. People who come from such a life live by a strict code, and standing on their own feet, especially while protecting their loved ones, is something they hold true to themselves. However, there's always a chance of relapse when living in such a world, and the lyrics talk about how the person just got hit after dropping their guard. The person is stuck in a tricky process of trying to regain their consciousness, trying to find their way out of a mental prison.


The overall message of the song is uplifting and about pushing through difficult times to make a better life. The lyrics convey that the person has been down and up several times during their life, but that they are determined to keep pushing through, no matter the circumstances. The song speaks to people from all walks of life who have gone through difficult situations, reminding them to keep moving forward, even when it feels impossible.


Line by Line Meaning

No time to waste I'm way behind in life
I am feeling the pressure of not having enough time to achieve my goals in life.


When you the street type its hard to do what's right
Being a part of the street culture, it is difficult to follow the right path.


Still in the fight feels like the twelfth round
Despite the challenges I have faced, I am still determined to succeed.


I dropped my guard for a second and got knocked down
I became careless for a moment and suffered the consequences.


I'm on my back trying to regain my conscience
I am trying to recover from my mistake and become aware of my actions again.


But that can be a little tricky process
However, this is not an easy task that can be accomplished quickly.


Stand on my own like a man is supposed to
I must take responsibility for my actions like a mature adult.


Protect my home and those I'm close to
I have a duty to ensure the safety and wellbeing of my loved ones and my community.


So let it rain let it drip
I am prepared to endure whatever challenges may come my way.


Like cocaine when you sniff
Just like how cocaine gives a quick high, challenges and rewards come and go quickly in life.


Hope you came with extra clips
I hope you are well-prepared for the challenges ahead.


That's on the gang we come equipped
As a member of my community, I am well-equipped to handle any challenge.


And we flaming we so lit
We are confident and passionate about our mission.


Spray painting up the click
We are leaving a mark and making a statement with our actions.


We inhaling hell of a spliffs
We are enjoying our moments of relaxation amidst the daily struggles.


Give me death or give me glory
I am willing to risk everything for my cause.


In this life we all got to write a story
We are all living our own unique journey and leaving a legacy for others to follow.


I guess mine going to be about the mission
My story is going to be about the purposeful mission I have undertaken.


of my conviction to free us all from this mental prison
I am committed to breaking free from the constraints the mind can impose on us.


I been down I been up
I have experienced both success and failure.


And when I'm on top its like its never enough
Even when I have achieved success, I still feel like there is more to be done.


And when I'm low I feel like I can never get up
During times of hardship, it can feel impossible to recover from the setback.


So I'm a keep it pushing till my life is better
I will persevere through difficulties until my life is improved.


Pick up just to blow up so my life is set up
I am investing time and effort now to achieve greater success in the future.


Staying exact with the numbers like a measuring cup
I am ensuring that my progress towards my goals is accurate and precise.


Long as I'm breathing I'm fighting demons among heathens
As long as I am alive, I will continue to battle against negativity and those who stand in the way of progress.


Behind enemy lines I see them while they creeping
I am well-aware of the challenges I am facing, and always vigilant against obstacles that arise.


Staying clear of the non sense surviving
I am avoiding meaningless and unproductive distractions that can impede my progress.


No spotlight no racial profiling
I am able to achieve success without relying on fame or being unfairly judged based on my race.


Hidden in plain sight moving in silence
I am staying lowkey and making progress without drawing unnecessary attention to myself.


Is a skill you must learn to avoid surprises
It is important to develop this skill to prevent unexpected setbacks and failures.


But you all already know the code ain't what it was before
The rules of the game have changed, and it is important to adapt and change strategy accordingly.


So Ima keep it pushing hard and watch it all unfold
I will continue to work hard and remain determined, while also observing the changing circumstances and adapting my approach as necessary.


I ride solo no witness no photos
I am working independently without drawing attention to myself.


Strictly business keep that on the low low
I am keeping focused on my goals and not getting involved in unnecessary drama or gossip.


I drive in slow motion blazing up that homegrown
I am taking my time and enjoying the process, while also taking breaks to relax and recharge.


Skywalker og that's what we be on
We are indulging in Skywalker OG, a popular strain of marijuana.


I'm running out of time its hard to get so much done
I am feeling overwhelmed by the amount of work that needs to be done in a limited amount of time.


Shoutout my nigga JoJo that's a live one
I am giving a shoutout to my friend JoJo who is a vibrant and energetic person.


Through the years I been watching as the time goes
Over time, I have been observing the passage of time and how it affects me and my environment.


Taking shots at life goals cause real niggas never fold
I am constantly striving towards my goals and refusing to give up, because true individuals never surrender.




Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Eduardo Canico, Octavio Becerra

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Michael Robles

I could've sworn on my life at the time that bishop was the next one out the west and this was gonna be all over the radio. You just never know. I've said before and I'll say it again and then say it again. Bishop Lamont's the greatest rapper to never make it. Period.

חנוך Enoch

Based

Dominik Tvrdý

thats crazy... i remember that i was really excited by this track and by the others like "no stoppin carson" and "do it"... yes i think bishop was a part of my teens life :)

Jason Haynes

I was also waiting my whole life to see him blow. Bishop crazy with bars

Jordan 23

Bishop Lamont with Scott Storch... You can't go wrong !

Alex Cabrera

Jordan 23 this wasn’t produced by Scott Storch

COD

@Alex Cabrera He was definitely involved in the production.

fotwenty_420

@Alex Cabrera False, it's produced by Storch

dre7sus

🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥

thugsali

Bishop Lamont should be thé next West Coast Rapper after The Game and before Kendrick Lemar

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