Bird
CJ FLY Lyrics


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Always been there for some people what I get back in return (back in return)
They turn my kindness from weakness and that's why I had to be scared (had to be scared)
I never knew how to fly that's the reason I had to get birds (had to get birds)
Thought that we could fly together why you had to act like a bird (act like a bird)
I try my best to be peaceful so no one don't have to get hurt (have to get hurt)
Try not to get out of character and wanna have to get turned (have to get turned)
Always been there for some people what I get back in return (back in return)
Thought that we could fly together but you had to act like a bird (woo)

Play what they want, they my day one's
Only been homies for just a few months
Time to build trust
'Specially when people you thought you was friends with start moving sus'
I don't hold a grudge
Stop messing wit' 'em like they're non existent because they're a dud
Why you sending threats
Why you ain't a thug
So you in the club
And you ain't do nuthin' (pussy)

I've been on the bud, just needed a buzz
Yeah I gave it up in my days in the 'Bush
Them homies was nuts, my cronies was cuz
You think that you tough, we all know you pussy
Show no real love, play me like I'm young
I won't be the one, 'cause you just a bum
I know that you birds, that's just how I feel
Now that I can't feel, because I am numb

Always been there for some people what I get back in return (back in return)
They turn my kindness from weakness and that's why I had to be scared (had to be scared)
I never knew had to fly that's the reason I had to get birds (had to get birds)
Thought that we could fly together why you had to act like a bird (act like a bird)
I try my best to be peaceful so no one don't have to get hurt (have to get hurt)
Try not to get our of character and wanna have to get turned (have to get turned)




Always been there for some people what I get back in return (back in return)
Thought that we could fly together but you had to act like a bird (woo)

Overall Meaning

In CJ FLY's song "Bird," the artist conveys his frustration with people who take advantage of his kindness and turn it into a weakness. He laments that he has always been there for some people, but they don't reciprocate his support. CJ FLY acknowledges that he is not a natural at navigating the social world and metaphorically compares himself to a bird that needs to be surrounded by other birds to learn how to fly. However, he feels betrayed when people he counted on as fellow birds end up acting like birds of prey, trying to take him down. He implores people to be peaceful and not hurtful but warns that he won't hesitate to defend himself if pushed too far.


The lyrics have a few interesting literary devices that elevate the song's meaning. Firstly, CJ FLY uses a metaphor of birds to describe his relationships with people. This metaphor allows him to talk about trust, loyalty, and betrayal in a more poetic way. Secondly, the song's lyrics are full of internal rhymes and assonance, which make them more memorable and emphasize the emotions CJ FLY wants to convey. Lastly, the repetition of the line "always been there for some people, what I get back in return" acts as a refrain, emphasizing the artist's sense of frustration and disillusionment.


Line by Line Meaning

Always been there for some people what I get back in return (back in return)
I have consistently shown kindness to certain individuals, yet when I look for reciprocation, I am met with disappointment.


They turn my kindness from weakness and that's why I had to be scared (had to be scared)
My benevolent nature is often taken advantage of and exploited, which has caused me to develop a sense of apprehension and wariness.


I never knew how to fly that's the reason I had to get birds (had to get birds)
I have always lacked the ability to soar freely and effortlessly, so I had to surround myself with those who possess the ability to fly.


Thought that we could fly together why you had to act like a bird (act like a bird)
I believed that we could work together to achieve great things, but instead, you chose to act in a manner that was detrimental to our progress.


I try my best to be peaceful so no one don't have to get hurt (have to get hurt)
My foremost intention is to promote harmony and avoid conflict, so that no one ends up feeling pain or distress.


Try not to get out of character and wanna have to get turned (have to get turned)
I endeavor to maintain my composure and not act in a way that would result in me retaliating or becoming vindictive.


Play what they want, they my day one's
I am willing to accommodate my friends and their preferences, regardless of whether or not I personally enjoy the same things.


Only been homies for just a few months
Our friendship is relatively new, having only known each other for a short amount of time.


Time to build trust
It is essential that we cultivate a sense of trust and reliability in our relationship.


'Specially when people you thought you was friends with start moving sus'
It is especially important to be cautious when individuals you thought were your friends begin acting suspicious and untrustworthy.


I don't hold a grudge
I do not harbor feelings of resentment or bitterness towards those who have wronged me.


Stop messing wit' 'em like they're non existent because they're a dud
I refuse to continue associating with individuals who prove to be uninteresting, unimportant, and ineffectual.


Why you sending threats
I do not understand why you feel the need to threaten me.


Why you ain't a thug
If you are not brave or audacious enough to act like a tough guy, why would you pretend to be one?


So you in the club
Perhaps you are at a social event or gathering.


And you ain't do nuthin' (pussy)
Yet despite being present, you have not taken any action or shown any bravery, making you a coward.


I've been on the bud, just needed a buzz
I have been using marijuana as a way to feel relaxed and carefree.


Yeah I gave it up in my days in the 'Bush'
However, I have since stopped using it during my time in the military.


Them homies was nuts, my cronies was cuz
The people I used to hang out with were crazy, but they were also my friends.


You think that you tough, we all know you pussy
Despite your bravado, everyone knows that you are actually a coward.


Show no real love, play me like I'm young
You do not display any genuine affection or care towards me, and treat me as though I am naive and inexperienced.


I won't be the one, 'cause you just a bum
I refuse to be associated with someone who is lazy, worthless, and unproductive.


I know that you birds, that's just how I feel
I am aware that you are untrustworthy, flighty, and weak, and this is simply my honest opinion.


Now that I can't feel, because I am numb
Due to my past experiences and relationships, I have become emotionally detached and indifferent.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Chaine Downer Jr.

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