Muddy Waters
Bizzy Bone Lyrics

Ha ha ha ha, they say start it all over again
Life is unpredictable and filled with hardships, so people often say they wish they could start over.

Whatever you goin through it's somebody goin through somethin worse
No matter what struggles someone is facing, there is always someone else facing something worse.

And that's life in the city kid
These experiences are the reality of life in inner cities.

Everybody ain't gon' make it out the hood (out the hood)
Not everyone will be able to escape the dangerous and challenging environment of the inner city.

You wanna flow like Bizzy did
If you want to thrive in the face of struggles, keep the faith and persevere like Bizzy has.

Just keep the faith, and it's all to the good
Believing in oneself and persevering will lead to success.

Your girl is cheatin on you, you finna go to jail
Life is filled with painful and overwhelming challenges that often come all at once.

Now you just lost yo' job, yo' house is up for sale
When people are at their lowest, they often experience the loss of all they thought they could count on.

Your friend just passed away, before you said goodbye
Death can come suddenly, without warning, and often feels like a loss of control in one's life.

Your son goin to war, and you still don't know why
The lack of control over the lives of loved ones feels overwhelming and disconcerting.

Yo' mom contracted AIDS, and right before she died
Terminal illness can take one's control away and feel unbearable.

She couldn't speak a word, but she can blink her eyes
Communication can be lost, but love and understanding can still be shown.

See she was paralyzed, and you so scared to cry
When one is powerless in the face of tragedy, it can be difficult to know how to cope.

You wanted to show her your strength, and tell her the Lord provides
In the face of tragedy, some will hold onto their faith to find strength and hope.

The church is takin money, sellin granny a dream
While religion can provide comfort and strength, it can also be a means of exploitation for some people and institutions.

She wanna go to heaven, think she can get it with green
People may cling to the idea of heaven and an afterlife as a comfort in the face of hardship and death.

Yo' cousins gettin rich, off of a triple beam
Some people turn to illegal activities to escape poverty and find success.

It elevated to rocks, and now he's on the pipe
Drug addiction can lead to a dangerous and painful cycle of increasing dependency.

He used to ride 22's, now cousin ride a bike
The path to drug addiction often involves the loss of what one used to hold dear.

Yo' momma got a man, her man he got a temper
Domestic abuse can create a dangerous and unstable home life.

So he beat you right up, gets drunk and don't remember
This kind of abuse can be traumatic and create a sense of powerlessness and a loss of control over one's own life.

As soon as you go to school, yo' teacher asked "What happened?"
Life does not stop when someone walks into a classroom, and the educator's responsibility to check in with students and understand their struggles can be vital.

Your peers they know the story, you say "Ain't nuttin crackin"
It can be difficult to open up about personal struggles to one's peers, inhibiting the connection necessary for healing and support.

Yo' money's runnin low, and it ain't no welfare
The safety net that is supposed to aid those struggling often falls short and leaves people in dire situations.

Remember 'Pac said, "Who in the hell cares?"
The lack of support can create a sense of hopelessness and abandonment.

But Bizzy cared for ya, see I can only stare
Those who have gone through similar struggles may be unable to help directly but hope to offer a listening ear and support in whatever way they can.

These are the muddy waters, that I can see and hear
Life is full of inexplicable and murky struggles that can be difficult to navigate.

You had you four friends, and y'all grew up together
Some of the most cherished and enduring relationships begin in childhood.

On the corner swiggin wines, singin about the ghetto
Growing up in the inner city often involves making one's own fun and joy in the face of adversity.

Breakin bread, stealin cars, and stayin in trouble
The allure of making quick money and the lack of avenues to make a living can lead to dangerous activities.

House parties with the homies and then watchin 'em rumble
Friendships and gatherings can be nourishing and uplifting, but also dangerous and violent.

But soon yo' friendship crumbles, as you grow up in life
Even strong bonds may not survive the change and growth that comes with adulthood and the challenges life brings.

You reached the age of 30, and soon forget yo' plight
As one grows older, the struggles of the past can seem far away or forgotten.

What if they blew up, and became the biggest group EVER?
Those who have lost touch with old friends often wonder how their lives might have changed, and how they themselves might have been affected, if their group had made it big together.

I guess we'll never know; that's just the way it goes
Life is full of unanswered questions and missed opportunities.

Havin high school dreams of turnin pro
The hope and longing of finding professional success can begin in youth.

Catch an injury and now the scouts ain't 'round no mo'
Injuries can derail a person's dreams and hopes for a better life.

Studyin to be a doctor but get pregnant in school
Life-changing events can occur suddenly, and the best-laid plans can be thrown off course.

You decided to keep yo' child, now you must provide the food
When one decides to create and raise new life, they must be ready for the challenges that come with it.

At the tender age of 50, reachin your golden years
Growing old can bring new challenges and worries, even after a life of obstacles and struggle.

These are the muddy waters, that I can see and I hear
Life's challenges do not subside with age, and there is always more to learn and experience.

This for my momma, this for my children
This song is dedicated to those who have had the most significant impact on Bizzy's life.

This for my sister, and Eazy-E
This song also honors and pays tribute to important figures in Bizzy's life and upbringing.

'Pac, Biggie, Big Pun, Aaliyah, Left-Eye
Bizzy is remembering and recognizing the legacies of beloved artists who had a profound impact on the world of music and beyond.

Capo rest in peace nigga
This line is offered as a tribute to someone close to Bizzy who has passed on.