12
Calboy Lyrics


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Yeah, yeah, oh
Yeah, oh
JTK
Yeah, yeah, oh
Hey, hey

I know lil' shawty tell me lies, she don't love me (She don't love me)
I might just pour another line, I'm fast asleep (I'm fast asleep)
Stay back, stay back, I usually hurt what's attached to me, yeah (Attached to me)
I been killed before, they placed that knife in the back of me, yeah (Back of me)
Niggas mad 'cause they see that I'm ballin'
On the block from the night to the morning
Niggas foul 'cause they see that I'm scorin'
New bitch, pretty thing, too gorgeous
Want this life, what you willin' to do for it?
I got niggas that's willin' to shoot for it
I just pray that a nigga just shoot for it
You was talkin' real big, now you forest

I'ma hop in that foreign and shoot for it
Got her name on my gun and you on it
I might blow out his brains and keep goin'
Like the circle of life, I keep goin'
I been goin' through life and these motions
Tell that witch I want ice in my potion
Tell my bitch I'm gon' try to keep focused
Every night, I just cry 'cause I'm broken
Say I don't get tired, nigga been up straight for like four days
Fell in love with designer, got on Alexander and Dolce
If a nigga wanna slide, tell a nigga go'n slide, killers don't play
On the grind every night, on the road, doin' shows, me and more bags
I been reachin' to the stars, end up givin' my heart
Got some pain in my heart, yeah, I just popped another bar
Had my back against the wall, tell me, who could I call?
Niggas know that I ball, spend a ten in the mall, yeah
I was taught to add it up, tryna find the difference, yeah
I was tryna find the sun
14, 15, you was on the playground, you was havin' fun
14, 15, we was on the block, I was totin' on a gun
I was rollin' off the drugs, steady makin' niggas run
I been losin' it, but I can't lose it all
Disrespect my squad, I might shoot at y'all
I been through the rain, I been through it all
Try to bring me down, but I can never fall

I know lil' shawty tell me lies, she don't love me (She don't love me)
I might just pour another line, I'm fast asleep (I'm fast asleep)
Stay back, stay back, I usually hurt what's attached to me, yeah (Attached to me)
I been killed before, they placed that knife in the back of me, yeah (Back of me)
Niggas mad 'cause they see that I'm ballin'
On the block from the night to the morning
Niggas foul 'cause they see that I'm scorin'
New bitch, pretty thing, too gorgeous
Want this life, what you willin' to do for it?
I got niggas that's willin' to shoot for it




I just pray that a nigga just shoot for it
You was talkin' real big, now you forest

Overall Meaning

"12" is a song by rapper Calboy that tells the story of his rough upbringing in Chicago and the struggles he faced to reach his success. The song has a dark, introspective tone that reflects on the pain and hurt he's experienced, both physically and emotionally. He uses drug references throughout the lyrics, such as pouring lines and popping bars, to express his pain and cope with his past. Despite the rough nature of the lyrics, Calboy also hints at his ambition and will to succeed, stating that he has people willing to shoot for his success.


The chorus of the song is a repetition of the lines "I know lil' shawty tell me lies, she don't love me / I might just pour another line, I'm fast asleep / Stay back, stay back, I usually hurt what's attached to me, yeah / I been killed before, they placed that knife in the back of me, yeah." These lines touch on themes of betrayal, addiction, and violence, common themes in Calboy's music.


Overall, "12" is a powerful and emotional song that provides insight into Calboy's personal struggles and experiences growing up in Chicago while also showcasing his talent as a rapper.


Line by Line Meaning

I know lil' shawty tell me lies, she don't love me (She don't love me)
I am aware that the girl I am with lies to me and does not actually love me.


I might just pour another line, I'm fast asleep (I'm fast asleep)
I am considering taking more drugs to numb myself and escape reality.


Stay back, stay back, I usually hurt what's attached to me, yeah (Attached to me)
I tend to cause pain to those who become close to me, so I try to keep my distance.


I been killed before, they placed that knife in the back of me, yeah (Back of me)
I have been betrayed and hurt in the past, and it has left a lasting impact on me.


Niggas mad 'cause they see that I'm ballin'
People are jealous of my success and the lifestyle that comes with it.


On the block from the night to the morning
I spend my time on the streets, hustling to make money and survive.


Niggas foul 'cause they see that I'm scorin'
People are trying to bring me down because they are envious of my success.


New bitch, pretty thing, too gorgeous
I am with a new attractive girl who catches the attention of others.


Want this life, what you willin' to do for it?
Do you want to live a life like mine? Are you willing to make sacrifices to achieve it?


I got niggas that's willin' to shoot for it
I have friends who are willing to use violence to protect me and my lifestyle.


I just pray that a nigga just shoot for it
I am hopeful that someone will try to harm me, so I can retaliate and prove myself.


You was talkin' real big, now you forest
You were acting tough and confident, but now you are quiet and intimidated.


I'ma hop in that foreign and shoot for it
I am willing to use my car as a weapon and put my life on the line for my lifestyle.


Got her name on my gun and you on it
I have a girl's name engraved on my gun, and you (the listener) are also a potential target.


I might blow out his brains and keep goin'
I am capable of killing someone and moving on with my life without remorse.


Like the circle of life, I keep goin'
I have experienced many ups and downs in life, but I continue to persevere and move forward.


Tell that witch I want ice in my potion
I want to numb my pain with drugs and alcohol.


Tell my bitch I'm gon' try to keep focused
I am trying to stay focused on my goals and not be distracted by my woman.


Every night, I just cry 'cause I'm broken
I am emotionally hurt and cry myself to sleep every night.


Say I don't get tired, nigga been up straight for like four days
I am proud of my work ethic and ability to stay awake for long periods of time.


Fell in love with designer, got on Alexander and Dolce
I have a passion for expensive designer clothing and have bought items from top brands such as Alexander McQueen and Dolce & Gabbana.


If a nigga wanna slide, tell a nigga go'n slide, killers don't play
If someone wants to challenge me or my lifestyle, they will face the consequences of violence and death.


On the grind every night, on the road, doin' shows, me and more bags
I am constantly working and touring to make money, and I am collecting a lot of cash and drugs.


I been reachin' to the stars, end up givin' my heart
I have been striving for the best in life, but it has left me emotionally drained and heartbroken.


Got some pain in my heart, yeah, I just popped another bar
I am in emotional pain and have turned to drugs to cope with it.


Had my back against the wall, tell me, who could I call?
I have faced difficult situations with no one to turn to for help.


Niggas know that I ball, spend a ten in the mall, yeah
People are aware of my wealth and spending habits, as I often spend large amounts of money at the mall.


I was taught to add it up, tryna find the difference, yeah
I was raised to be financially savvy and always look for ways to make more money.


I was tryna find the sun
I was searching for happiness and fulfillment in life.


14, 15, you was on the playground, you was havin' fun
When you were a teenager, you were enjoying your childhood on the playground.


14, 15, we was on the block, I was totin' on a gun
When I was a teenager, I was living a dangerous life on the streets and carrying a gun.


I was rollin' off the drugs, steady makin' niggas run
I was high on drugs and causing chaos and fear in the streets.


I been losin' it, but I can't lose it all
I have been struggling with mental health and addiction, but I refuse to give up everything I have worked for.


Disrespect my squad, I might shoot at y'all
If someone disrespects my group of friends, I am willing to use violence to protect them.


I been through the rain, I been through it all
I have faced many challenges and hardships in my life so far.


Try to bring me down, but I can never fall
People may try to break me down, but I will always rise above and overcome.




Lyrics Β© Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Calvin Woods, Jordan T. Knight

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Cloud420

Calboy so rare. His sound. Personality. Everything.

I show everyone calboy πŸ”₯ oughta tell somebody

Moz Heartt

so am i

S.H.Y Lou

Am I fire ?

La Flame

Nick Gerhall real ones know it was chief keef and durk that started the wave

Karen Gerena

Cloud420 im just saying his sound ain’t rare

Cloud420

Calboy better to me πŸ™

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C & A

who else likes calboy hes unique not like all the other music artist i like is muisc who else???

Kolin Koleman

@C & A 🧒

STONE Ninety six and 2nd

The nigga is calboy not durk they not the same they might sound similar but that’s because they both from Chicago but they got different frequency’s If u can’t tell the difference between them u shouldn’t be listening to. Either of them u gotta read between the lines

Furaha has Faith

He been my favorite since 2018 & was the first rapper I started listening toπŸ’™πŸ’™πŸ’™β€οΈβ€ΌοΈ

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