What's Going On
Black Caesar Lyrics

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Acknowledgement and agreement of a hard day.

Been a hard day
Acknowledgement of personal struggle and difficulties faced throughout the day.

It ain't nuttin' but a war poppin' off in the hood
Daily struggles and conflicts within the community.

What's really going on?
Questioning the root cause of societal issues.

A nigga barely holding on
One's difficulty to cope with the chaos and stressors of life.

What really goes on when you can't hold on
Questioning the effects of stress on the human psyche.

It's so wrong when the love is gone
Expressing the pain of losing meaningful relationships and the emotional void it creates.

(Don't fuck around in downtown L.A.)
Cautioning against potential dangers in certain areas.

The kingpin keeps shippin' yea, me I stay
Acknowledging the drug trafficking operations within the community, while distancing oneself from that lifestyle.

Mashin', I'm laughin' off da petty
Dismissing unimportant matters and enjoying life despite hardships.

Eyes heavy, puffin my resi, God help me
Using marijuana as a coping mechanism and calling for divine aid to overcome struggles.

Can y'all tell me something this good?
Asking for reassurance and positivity amidst chaos and negativity.

Now it's Black Caesar bumpin' in the hood
Asserting one's presence and musical influence within the community.

Peace to Tacktown, clowns, where you at now?
Shouting out a specific neighborhood and calling out those who once occupied that area and may have since left.

Fools is ready to lay the smack down
Acknowledging potential threats and conflicts within the community.

I just lay this bomb ass rap down
Boasting about one's musical abilities and expressing confidence in one's craft.

True Armageddon thugs, hear the spray, heaven's love
Describing violent individuals who have lost touch with love and morality.

They might try to lace us with seven slugs
Being aware of potential danger and harm that may come one's way.

Word, 'cause the truth up in my sentence
Reinforcing the idea that one speaks only what is real and true.

How we gon' send shit on sunny days of independence?
Questioning the celebration of independence while societal issues still exist and persist.

Witness how my game goes, don't play no's
Displaying one's talent and finesse in navigating situations and conflicts.

Who think my game low 'cause we rockin' the same clothes
Asserting one's individuality and talent despite similar appearances and lifestyles to others within the community.

Relax and flame ol' bud while 2-0-6 bend
Using marijuana as a means of relaxation despite potential danger and violence nearby.

My click's in, thoughts, they summon up Egyptians
Referring to the power and intellect of one's group, and perhaps their ancestral roots and history.

Mixed in with the thug pact
Expressing the combination of street culture and intellect within the community.

But them same thugs that gave you love back, put scherm in your bud sack
Describing the same individuals within the community who can simultaneously show love and kindness, while also committing harmful and dangerous acts.

They got your ass wet, wit Teks
Describing the use of firearms and potential harm they can cause.

Took your last breath, open your chest, now put you past flesh
Describing the potentially fatal harm caused by acts of violence and gun use.

Why's that? Blacks train to kill they own kind
Questioning the reasons and social factors that lead to individuals within the community harming and killing each other.

I'm goin', why? Fit this tap up on momma's phone line
Describing the paranoia and distrust within the community, and the potential for one's own mother to be involved in illegal activity.

Crime infested ghetto, rats and roaches
Describing the pervasive issues within the community, including poverty and crime.

Fools act loc and go get the gas to roll wit
Describing the violence and chaos within the community and individuals' tendency to react aggressively and dangerously.

Hey suppose you was chose to blossom like a rose
Posing a hypothetical scenario in which an individual could succeed and flourish despite societal issues and struggles.

Flossin' on Vogues, everything was solid gold
Describing a luxurious lifestyle and wealth.

Hitti'n cruise control, everybody lose control
Describing the potential excess and loss of control that can come with success and wealth.

Peep game like Keith, man, I be the most beautiful
Referring to oneself as beautiful and admirable, perhaps in regard to one's music or personality.

Special with K-ajun celebration
Describing a unique and remarkable lifestyle and manner of celebrating one's success.

Black is radiance, from Wes Craven, get your chest caved in
Describing the beauty and radiance of blackness, but also the potential for violence and danger.

Black Jesus, crews, Cadillac and Mac divas
Referring to the luxurious and impressive lifestyle and image of successful individuals within the community.

Hot like Gallactica, so what's happenin'? What?
Boasting about one's impressive and exciting lifestyle, while asking for confirmation or agreement from others.

More streetwiser than Kaiser Sosa, no way, Jose
Asserting oneself as more knowledgeable and streetwise than a well-known and respected figure within the community.

Can you fuck with my hustle forte
Challenging others to compare themselves to one's own impressive and successful lifestyle and work ethic.

It's more ways than one, more than a hundred and one dalmatians
Acknowledging the many paths and opportunities for success and wealth in life.

Better get with this gang affiliation
Advocating for the importance and value of being part of a community or group within the community.

Pain, you're really facin', you ain't bein' your brother's keeper
Warning against the potential harm and danger that can come with not looking out for one's fellow community members.

How long does it take for love to reach ya?
Questioning why love and kindness seems to be scarce within the community and hoping for a shift towards love and positivity.

Too late, you in a deep sleeper, the Grim Reaper creeper
Describing the potential fatal harms that can result from violence and aggression within the community.

We just lay in the cut, blazin' it up (Bitch)
Describing a laid-back and relaxed mentality amidst chaos and difficulty.

I'm hollerin' bout peace while y'all increase the crime rate
Advocating for peace and positivity within the community, but recognizing the increase in crime and violence.

Rats smackin' on blind dates, homey lost in a mind state
Describing the potential chaos and danger one may encounter within the community.

Up to Grind Lake, well this smoker's bangin' for deals
Describing one's lifestyle and behavior within the community, and their desire for financial gain.

Juli school him on life, try to tell him heaven is real
Receiving guidance and education from a mentor within the community.

But ?????? still, they mischemin' the creeper
Unclear meaning due to missing words, but potentially referring to the persistence of violence and harm within the community.

Black Caesar blaze a sack, gave em daps, hold on that Jesus
Describing one's use of marijuana and other substances to cope with stress and difficulty, and perhaps calling on a higher power for help.

We just in this rollercoaster, a soldier toaster
Acknowledging the chaotic and unpredictable nature of life, but also one's resilience and ability to cope.

Left the little locs a-dead on the sofa, the drama's closer
Describing the potential danger and drama that can come with living within the community.

If momma choke up, bet this what the game is worth
Describing the potential danger and harm that can come to oneself and their loved ones within the community.

Explain the pain, it hurts, bendin' the niggas since I came to Earth
Expressing the pain and difficulty of living within the community, and how it has shaped one's life and outlook.

Slang some work and makin' money dat the Gz earn
Describing one's lifestyle and work ethic within the community, and their ability to make money through illegal means.

Rookies digest the process slow as my trees burn
Describing the slower learning curve of inexperienced individuals within the community, while also acknowledging the use of marijuana for relaxation and coping.

See's, Worm and Juli heat up the climate
Referring to specific individuals within the community who contribute to its intensity and potential for danger.

I'm that one shinin', reflectin' off Willie's diamond
Boasting about one's talent and success, and perhaps referencing Willie Mays as inspiration or admiration.

Designin' hoods, crept on without the Teflon
Describing one's ability to navigate and influence within the community, while also acknowledging potential danger and harm.

This plain resident left Georgia early like Stefan
Referencing the TV show Family Matters and using it as a metaphor for one's departure and success from a difficult situation.

Got chrome by the ozones
Possibly referencing the use and possession of firearms.

The homies pluggin' me wit two 50's, take it wit me and see what goes on
Describing the support and collaboration between individuals within the community, and their willingness to share resources and opportunities.

Puttin' it down for the T-town
Representing and advocating for one's own neighborhood and community.

Black Caesar, barely holdin' on
Acknowledging one's struggle to cope and survive within the community.

It's all wrong when the love is gone
Reiterating the pain and emptiness that can come with the loss of meaningful relationships and love within the community.