Love Is On the Way
Blaze & Louie Vega Lyrics

Yo, it's DJ Kay Slay, The Drama King
Introducing the singer as DJ Kay Slay, The Drama King

And I know where we come from
Acknowledging the singer's understanding of the community's roots

But if we don't change the way we move
Implying that change in action is necessary for progress

Where we goin' ain't gon' be nowhere nice
Warning that failure to change will lead to negative outcomes

It's gettin' cold outside
Observing that the environment is becoming harsher

No love in the streets
Noting that community members lack compassion for one another

Stick up kids gettin' shot tryna eat
Expressing concern for the vulnerable members of the community being harmed

I'm stayin' out the way respectfully
Explaining the artist's choice to avoid dangerous situations

Where is the love? There's a war outside
Questioning the absence of love and highlighting the destructive nature of conflict

Nothin' 'round here sweet
Recognizing the harsh reality of the community

Can't trust my day ones
Expressing distrust for even close friends

That's trying to compete
Noting the presence of unhealthy rivalry among community members

Look
Transitioning into a new perspective

It's about to go down, hope your hammer close
Warning of imminent danger and advising preparation

(Uh, huh) shoot outside the liquor store
Describing a specific scenario of violence in the community

The camera's broke
Implying that there is no surveillance to prevent violence

Sellin' poison to my people, no antidote
Highlighting the harmful impact of drugs on the community without any solution

I can't stand to see my family broke
Expressing the singer's desire to prevent loved ones from experiencing financial hardship

So I stand and post (I'm posted)
Choosing to remain vigilant and alert to prevent harm

Cocaine, heroin, I can handle both (Uh, huh)
Revealing the artist's familiarity with illegal substances

Slam you close, nigga, keep playin' with me
Threatening violent retaliation for disrespect or danger

It can be smoke (Cap)
Implying a willingness to engage in gun violence

My young boy said he love his granny most
Describing a personal relationship with a family member

They found cancer in her throat, shit, look
Sharing that the loved one has a serious health issue

(Rest in peace, Granny)
Acknowledging the passing of the loved one

I don't think my nigga been the same since
Noting the impact of trauma on a friend

(Uh, huh) shot seven niggas with the same blick (Brr)
Boasting about past violent actions

Me and Kutter got rich off the same strip
Describing successful financial endeavors with a friend

Back when we was going half on the same brick
Recalling a specific moment in the past when the partnership began

(Facts) a lot of niggas in the hood
Stating a factual observation about the community

Was on the same shit (Uh, huh)
Noting that many people were involved in similar activities

Me and Doughboy got burnt by the same bitch
Describing negative experiences shared with a friend

We was in the trenches, took the same risks
Recalling difficult times and situations endured together

Now I got ten tennis bracelets
Highlighting financial success and accumulation of wealth

On the same wrist
Mentioning a physical detail for emphasis

How the fuck we make America great again?
Asking a rhetorical question about the current state of the country

(Sheek) when it ain't just white people
Contrasting the notion of America's greatness with the reality experienced by the singer

Them niggas on your block gon' hate again
Pointing out the presence of negativity and opposition even within one's own community

(Uh) go on Instagram, see shade again
Describing the prevalent negativity found on social media

I try to put it up, but fuck it
Admitting defeat in attempting to maintain positivity

I'ma pull out my blade again (I'm back)
Choosing to respond to negativity and danger with aggression

I rap like I got a problem with you
Expressing a confrontational and aggressive approach in the singer's music

I'm always in the gym
Highlighting the singer's dedication to fitness and combat readiness

And my face look like I'm gon' hit you
Describing the artist's physical appearance as intimidating

(Silverback) but I'm not, I'm cool
Dismissing the notion that the artist is inherently violent

I'll let my lil' niggas get you (Uh)
Delegate violent action to others, rather than engaging in it personally

My patience got better
Asserting a personal improvement in emotional control

It was thinner than a tissue
Comparing the artist's previous lack of patience to a delicate tissue

Where the love go? I used to ask myself that
Questioning the loss of love and compassion in the community

(Word) before the COVID, niggas barely made contact
Pointing out the decrease in community interaction prior to the pandemic

I got away from niggas like the Puff contract
Choosing to separate from people who don't align with the singer's goals and values

(Fuck 'em) it's no hate in my blood, I'm beyond that
Dismissing negativity and choosing to prioritize positivity and personal growth

I'm tired of giving niggas passes
Expressing annoyance with forgiving and excusing others' negative behavior

When I can see they fake asses
Recognizing insincerity and deceit in others

More than Kay Slay glasses (Facts)
Comparing the frequency of fake behavior to the commonality of Kay Slay's signature glasses

I could talk about my money, but why bother?
Choosing not to boast about personal wealth

(Woo) i'm more proud of my career
Highlighting the artist's professional success as a source of pride

And I'm a good father
Mentioning the artist's role as a parent

It's gettin' cold outside
Repeating an observation made earlier in the song

No love in the streets
Repeating a statement made earlier in the song

Stick up kids gettin' shot tryna eat
Repeating a statement made earlier in the song

I'm stayin' out the way respectfully
Repeating a personal choice made earlier in the song

Where is the love? There's a war outside
Repeating a question and observation made earlier in the song

Nothin' 'round here sweet
Repeating a statement made earlier in the song

Can't trust my day ones
Repeating a statement made earlier in the song

That's trying to compete
Repeating a statement made earlier in the song

I'm stayin' out the way respectfully
Repeating a personal choice made earlier in the song

Where is the love?
Repeating a question made earlier in the song