Reset
C-Lo/Khujo Goodie/OutKast Lyrics
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Nah nah nah
That's part of the
That's, yeah
I got ya good that time, shawty
[Debra Killings]
Start over again
Good doesn't come without pain
Start over again
Everything happens for a reason
[Big Boi]
Ain't it funny how you're born and then your life begins
Just like a baby all alone, that's if you wasn't a twin
You must begin to fend for self when the umbilical's cut
The doctor put you under the heating lamp, your spirit is touched
You know what, I take that back, why? You was alive
Date of conception, interception cause the sperm did collide
From T 'n A to DNA, feelings turn to children
The morning after pill didn't put a halt to our very existence
We livin', breathin', soon we'll be teethin'
Our granny got a gold and now we want one for that reason
An adolescent mind is so impressionable in those stages
But parents got to parent their kids to keep them out of cages
Cell therapists beware of this lugie that I spit
Incarceration without rehabilitation really don't mean shit
Little Ricky's home, he gotta serve probation for six months
But Uncle Donnel and Ol' Dirty Bastard still in the joint
Reset
[Debra Killings]
Start over again
Everything happens for a reason
Good doesn't come without pain
Start over again
Everything happens for a reason
Start over again
Everything happens for a reason
Good doesn't come without pain
Start over again
Everything happens for a reason
[Khujo]
Good does not come without pain
Meaning, before it gets better, it's goin get worse
Like my homies on the sick side still dyin over turf
That don't belong to us
I mean us, left in the dust
Try to catch up with massah
I used to want to wrap my hands around the esophagus of them crackers
But Ephesians 6:12 said it wasn't flesh and blood that we wrestle against
Principalities, powers of this world
Rulers of darkness and spiritual wickedness
In high places, so throw that whole armor of righteousness
I spark this thang, but my name ain't Bubba
I got a problem with racist cab drivers, like Glover
And brothers that wax fat an dforget all about the struggle
Yeah, come on, come on
Guess what, guess what
Time to reset this thang
[Debra Killings]
Start over again
Everything happens for a reason
Good doesn't come without pain
Start over again
Everything happens for a reason
[Cee-Lo]
Listen to me
I awaken to sunlight that's beyond bright
This day will be done right
There is a war, just waiting on the other side of the door
But I'll be bringing God to the gunfight
Can't live forever, so have some fun, right
Life's a bowl of candy, you can have one, right
You can handle if tomorrow never comes, right
You'll get used to singin' if only for one night
But I intend to raise two daughters and a son right
And I couldn't have wrote this if I was hopeless
And see I focus to provoke this
So open wide for my opinionated opus
Stop playin' 'Go Fish', but not below this
Before I go, I thought that you all should know this
Recognize and realize before any regretting
Before you relapse, perhaps you'll consider resetting
Hmm?
[Debra Killings]
Start over again
Everything happens for a reason
Good doesn't come without pain
Start over again
Everything happens for a reason
The lyrics of "Reset" by C-Lo/Khujo Goodie/OutKast reflect the idea of starting over again in life. The song opens with Big Boi talking about birth and how it marks the beginning of life, but eventually, as one grows up, the impressionable adolescent mind can lead them astray. The verse encourages parents to keep their children out of trouble, and warns therapists of the consequences of incarceration without proper rehabilitation. The chorus sung by Debra Killings repeats the idea that everything happens for a reason and that good doesn't come without pain. Khujo's verse then touches on the systemic oppression that affects people of color and encourages listeners to fight principalities and spiritual wickedness. The final verse by Cee-Lo reminds listeners to live life to the fullest and to make the most of every moment before it's too late. The song ultimately serves as a call to action for listeners to reset their lives and start over again with a better understanding of what's important.
Line by Line Meaning
Ain't it funny how you're born and then your life begins
Life is an unpredictable journey that starts from the moment of birth.
Just like a baby all alone, that's if you wasn't a twin
Being born as a single child is a lonely experience, except for the ones who were born as twins.
You must begin to fend for self when the umbilical's cut
The moment the umbilical cord is cut, a person starts to become self-sufficient.
From T 'n A to DNA, feelings turn to children
When intimate feelings between two people result in children, everything changes from that moment on.
The morning after pill didn't put a halt to our very existence
Despite technology making such advances, it didn't stop the existence of human beings.
But parents got to parent their kids to keep them out of cages
Parents are responsible for raising their children to keep them out of trouble with the law.
Cell therapists beware of this lugie that I spit
Therapists should take note of the words being said, as they come with the emotional weight of an insult.
Incarceration without rehabilitation really don't mean shit
Sending people to prison without helping them grow is a waste of time, resources, and doesn't change them.
Good does not come without pain
Success is often born out of difficult circumstances.
But Ephesians 6:12 said it wasn't flesh and blood that we wrestle against
The Bible verse Ephesians 6:12 is a reminder that when battling oppressive forces, it's not only physical but also spiritual.
Throw that whole armor of righteousness
Strengthen oneself with spiritual values and principles to overcome difficulties.
Life's a bowl of candy, you can have one, right
Life is like a bowl of candy; we should enjoy what we can but be aware of excess consumption.
Recognize and realize before any regretting
Be aware and understand what is happening before regretting later.
Before you relapse, perhaps you'll consider resetting
Instead of repeating past mistakes, it's better to reset oneself to make a new and positive start.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: THOMAS DECARLO BURTON, WILLIE EDWARD KNIGHTON, ANTWAN PATTON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Theodore Lewis
Ceelo dropped one of the most underrated verses ever on this jawn
Jai-Malkum Walker Sr
AGREED!!!!
dats007
Ceelo is one of the most underrated rappers of the 90’s
Don P
Truestory™
Alan Tariq
Ceelo was always my fave verse but As this ages and i age with it I appreciate each verse even more. All 3 r classics in their own right!
B.Allen
When Kast & Goodie Mo get on a track together, it's pure Magic. This is such a classic.
Chrisfania Putri
This song is somehow way more motivational than the popular motivators out there for me personally
YiriYAH YsraYL
"Good doesn't come without pain!"
Mr.B Gilliam
Miss this style of music..understood everything that was said
Mr. Feebs
I remember breaking up with my girl when I was 17 and bumping this shit on my way back to my house. Nostalgia! What a classic jam off an incredible double LP