Savage Life
Cappadonna Lyrics

Niggas are lovers, Are lovers, Are lovers
Many people are very fond of someone or something, but fail to do anything of consequence to acknowledge that feeling.

Niggas loved to hear Malcolm X
Many people listen to what Malcolm X had to say, but they do not embody the principles he lived by.

But they didn't love Malcolm
While many people may appreciate what Malcolm X had to say in speeches, interviews, and other forms of media, they would revile or even demonize him if he acted on the beliefs he espoused.

Niggas love everything but themselves
Many people have a deep affection or fascination for things that are external to themselves, such as other people, money, or drugs, but they have a hard time appreciating or respecting their own worth.

But I'm a lover too, Yep, I'm a lover too
As much as anyone else, I have a strong and positive emotional connection to things and people outside of myself.

I love niggas, I love niggas, I love niggas
I have a deep affection or appreciation for other people who share similar life experiences and values as myself.

Because niggas are me, And I should only love that which is me
I identify strongly with other people who come from similar backgrounds and face similar challenges, and therefore have a natural affinity for them.

I love to see niggas go through changes
It can be interesting or invigorating to watch people undergo growth or transformation in their lives.

Love to see niggas act
It can be fascinating or entertaining to watch people perform, particularly in dramatic or artistic contexts.

Love to see niggas make them plays and shoot the shit
It can be enjoyable to witness people engage in leisure activities like sports or socializing, particularly when there is an element of competition or skill involved.

But there is one thing about niggas I do not love
Despite the many positive qualities that people like myself possess, there are also certain negative tendencies or behaviors that I dislike or find frustrating.

Niggas are scared of loving themselves
Many people are unwilling or unable to acknowledge their own value and worth, and this can lead to a number of self-destructive patterns in their lives.

I emerge from the womb then I snatch the globe
I was born with a sense of purpose and drive to achieve great things in the world.

Throw darts for a living, never sold my soul
I am skilled in the art of hip-hop lyricism, and I am committed to staying true to my craft and avoiding any compromises that might compromise my integrity.

These rhymes that I'm making is the top of the line
I take great pride in the quality and skillfulness of the hip-hop lyrics that I create.

I seek knowledge, study the ways of mankind
I care about understanding the world and the people in it, and I pursue this goal through studying and analyzing human behavior.

I scope clubs out see what a savage's like
I am interested in observing and analyzing the behavior of people who live rough or violent lives, particularly in urban environments.

Then I come back, I'm living in a savage life
Despite the many challenges and dangers in the environment around me, I am able to find ways to thrive and succeed in my own life.

To animals my words be the words of Christ
My words have a powerful influence on others, like how Jesus Christ is said to have transformed the lives of his followers.

The unordinary life, sensational with it
I live a unique and unconventional lifestyle, and it is characterized by a sense of excitement and passion.

In the hood with ya'll for real you know how I did it
I come from the same rough and tumble background as many of my listeners, and I therefore have a deep understanding of the challenges and rewards of life in the urban environment.

Drop bread on your bird head, illegal wips
I am financially successful and able to flaunt this wealth via spending on luxurious cars, and I am also well-connected in illicit circles of power.

Eat four legged beast, take illegal trips
I am willing to flout traditional moral and legal boundaries to achieve my goals, and I am brazenly unapologetic about this fact.

And I can't quit now son you must be silly
I am too committed and passionate about music to ever consider giving it up.

I ain't stunt'n on hoes but they wet my willy
I am not interested in flaunting my money or fame to attract women, but my natural charisma and talent draws them to me regardless.

Yo, I live a life on the street like stray dogs and mutts
I live a gritty and dangerous existence in the urban environment, not unlike that of stray animals who must constantly fend for themselves.

Nigga's face filled up with stitches and cuts
I and others like me have had to endure many physical and mental injuries as we navigate the challenges of life in the inner city.

But I love my hood though even the crack head's fiend
Despite the many challenges and negative influences of life in the ghetto, I have a deep affection and loyalty to the community and the people who live there.

We doing a bid here, my projects is mean
We are serving time in prison, and the harshness and brutality of life in the projects only exacerbates this pain.

Black Buddha shop or a big fat Doreen
My drug use and sexual promiscuity are indicative of the desperation and emptiness of life in the ghetto.

Heard my nigga L came deep in the feds
I have heard that one of my acquaintance has been locked up for an extended period of time.

Keep the Mazda tight, hold your heads
We must stay focused and resilient as we navigate the many obstacles and dangers of life in prison.

Solomon Childs my dun-breed, love spread through my hood-ohh
I have close emotional connections with some of the other people in my community, and our collective love and care helps to sustain us through difficult times.

Twelve for the pound kid, three for the id-ohl
We are engaged in criminal activity, and use coded language to communicate about drugs and money.

Pop the trunk of the Pinto, he been slow
We are checking the safety and readiness of a vehicle we plan to use in a criminal operation.

Came back with the hid-I-dro
We have obtained an illicit drug, possibly marijuana.

Snatch pocket books, hustle for dough
I and others like me engage in mugging and theft in order to obtain money to survive.

Big Don from Dirty Island
I and others like me have established reputations and power within the criminal community.

Scrape you off the ground something violent
We are not afraid to resort to extreme violence in order to protect our territory and assert our dominance over others.

Don't even dream of Don being in the mainstream
I have no interest in playing by the rules of mainstream society, and instead choose to live a life outside of these norms.

Go savage in the hood for CREAM
I am willing to engage in extreme and unethical behavior in order to secure financial gain and improve my quality of life.

We got the hustle game on lock, let's go get dough
I and others like me are skilled at making money in illicit ways, and are committed to continuing this trend.

In the ghetto it's mad blow and crime going on
Life in the inner city is characterized by widespread poverty, violence, and criminal activity.

We don't mow lawns, might take it nice
We are not interested in traditional or legitimate forms of work, and instead resort to illegal means of wealth accumulation.

Where I come from be the slums of Shaolin
I and others like me hail from impoverished and rough neighborhoods in Staten Island that are known for their high crime rates.

Mothers are crying, young brothers dying
The violence and danger of life in the inner city carries significant emotional tolls for many people, particularly mothers who see their children exposed to these threats.

Some of ya'll people relying on religion
Many people in the ghetto find solace and hope through religious faith, and rely on it as a means of coping with the difficulties they face.

I'm in the hood like a pigeon, Christ has risen
I am an active and visible part of my community, and my Christian faith helps me navigate the difficulties of life there.

I sold drugs for a living, I was locked down for Thanksgiving
I have been involved in the drug trade as a means of making money, and have served time in prison as a result.

Times are still hard, dogs in the junkyard
Despite my experiences and achievements, life in the ghetto remains fraught, dangerous, and difficult.

Alcoholics, butchers, crack heads, fuck TNT, fuck the feds
I and others like me are surrounded by people who are struggling with addiction, mental illness, and criminality, and we feel a strong sense of animosity towards law enforcement and mainstream society more broadly.

I'd rather die with my gat, fucking a bitch and getting high
I value my independence and freedom, and am willing to risk my life in order to preserve these values.

Far all the times that I couldn't cry
For many people, life in the ghetto is characterized by emotional hardship and trauma, and it can be difficult to express these feelings openly.

All I wanted was a picture of me lounging in the Vibe
Despite the many challenges and injustices of life in the ghetto, I still have dreams and aspirations of a better life.

Two cribs, Two chicks, big brick on my side
I envision a future in which I have significant wealth, status, and romantic partners, and I am determined to get there.

A nigga get savage when he gotta survive
When facing significant hardship or challenge, people like me are able to draw on our innate strength and resilience in order to survive and even thrive.