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C.A.T.M.A.N Lyrics

Yea, let me talk to em right quick
I'm about to speak some truth and share my story with everyone listening.

When I was down I had to Look, Look
When times were tough, I had to keep my eyes open and stay alert to what was happening around me.

When I was down I had to weather The weather
Even when life threw me storms and bad weather, I had to stay strong and persevere.

Put on sweater For the sunshine, rain, snow But held it together
I had to adapt to all types of situations and be prepared for anything that came my way, and I stayed strong through it all.

I had some brothers who ain’t judge And I’ll love forever
I had some true friends who never judged me, and I will always love and cherish them for that.

I had a few chicks around But they just love me for better And not the cheddar Ian have it
I had some romantic relationships, but I knew some of them only cared about being with me when things were good and didn't truly care about me as a person.

They ain’t dog me out I was in the villas 6 Heads 2 beds hoes was in n out
Despite living in less than desirable circumstances with multiple people in a small space, nobody mistreated me and I had women coming and going from my home.

Ina need of juice I need a paper route Cus was on my ass I need a bag Kroger ain’t working out
I needed money and was willing to do whatever it took to get it, because working at Kroger wasn't cutting it.

And sleeping on this couch It got me fucked up My pockets filled with just enough Change To spark a blunt up And maybe put a few up in the tank If I’m on E on you drive today
Living on a couch with barely any money was difficult, but I did what I could to keep going, including smoking weed and saving up for gas in case I needed it.

I got a plug within the gang Who show the crew love Cus nigga we blow Swear I can’t wait till I blow
I have connections with people who support and care for me, and I can't wait to become successful and make a name for myself.

Cus I can’t hit rock bottom It had me kicking in doors And plotting on em for pros I need the stick for the road Cus karma come n I know it
I can't go back to being at rock bottom, so I'll do whatever it takes to succeed, even if it means taking risks. I know that karma is always watching, though.

Got a shot pray ion blow it GOD I was looking for a blessing Poison nigga lethal no injection Seeking Guidance gotta carry my Protection Teaching me a lesson
I have an opportunity to make it big, but I need to stay focused and avoid the dangers and poison around me. I also need to seek guidance and carry protection to stay safe.

What you do it lingers in ya presence Know it’s consequences debted to ya Actions
What I do stays with me and can have long-lasting consequences, so I need to be mindful and responsible for my actions.

Came up from nothing I maintain My hunger Cus Ian nowhere Niggas that ain’t got no ethic Won’t make it nowhere
I came from nothing and managed to keep hustling and working hard to succeed. I know that people without a strong work ethic won't make it far in life.

Nigga gone respect my hustle cus Dawg I been there Bouta check checking my resolution Like New Years Cus Ian going broke no more And that’s on me
People will recognize and respect my hard work because I've been there and understand the struggle. I'm checking in on my goals regularly, like a New Year's resolution, because I refuse to go broke again.

Banging up in boost we mobile We need the cheese Ima southside baby The hustle breeded in me If mama knew the things I did She wouldn’t agree
I'm always on the move, hustling for money. I grew up in a place where hustling is just a part of life, and even though my mom wouldn't approve of some of the things I do, the hustle is ingrained in me.

I been plotting on a million Get a feeling it’s in reach Came a long way from chilling Every day a different beat Every other week different city Henny on the beach
I have my sights set on making a lot of money, and I feel like it's within reach. I've come a long way from doing nothing, and now I'm living a fast-paced, exciting life with new experiences all the time.

Ian made it you a think I did How I make it seem I done made it up from homeless Niggas In the system Seeking for just where that home Went Niggas trynna kill em Accolades adding up And they was trynna block the Ceiling Ian stopping till A nigga fucking Selling out pavilions
People might think I'm exaggerating how far I've come, but I really did go from homeless to successful. I know what it's like to struggle and search for a home, and people have even tried to hurt me in the past. But I won't stop until I'm packing arenas with fans and making tons of money.

Debted to your actions
Everything you do has consequences and you need to take responsibility for your own actions.

Debted to your
Continuation of the previous line.

Debted to your actions yea
Final repetition of the main message - you need to be accountable for your actions and their consequences.