Reset
Cee-Lo; Khujo Goodie; OutKast Lyrics

Nah, nah, nah
Just a repeated phrase with no meaningful content

That's part of the
That meaningless phrase is part of the song

That's, yeah
Another meaningless phrase with no context or meaning

I got ya good that time, shawty
A boastful statement from the artist indicating that they have done something impressive

Start over again
A call to reset, to start anew or fresh

Everything happens for a reason
A belief that there is purpose in all events, both good and bad

Good doesn't come without pain
Acknowledging that struggles or suffering often precede a positive outcome or situation

Start over again
A repetition of the earlier phrase calling for a reset

Everything happens for a reason
Restating the belief that everything has a purpose or reason

Ain't it funny how you're born and then your life begins
A philosophical musing on the nature of life and existence

Just like a baby all alone, that's if you wasn't a twin
An observation on the experience of being an individual in the world

You must begin to fend for self when the umbilical's cut
A recognition that from birth, one must learn to survive and take care of oneself

The doctor put you under the heating lamp, your spirit is touched
A metaphorical reference to the experience of being born and cared for immediately after by medical professionals

You know what, I take that back, why? You was alive
An acknowledgement of the fact that the experience of being born and existing in the world is indeed alive and real

Date of conception, interception cause the sperm did collide
A scientific reference to the development of a human embryo, from the moment of conception

From T and A to DNA, feelings turn to children
A playful way of linking physical attraction or sexual attraction to the biological reality of reproduction

The morning after pill didn't put a halt to our very existence
A statement on the power of human reproduction and the fact that even birth control cannot completely stop it

We living, breathing, soon we'll be teething
A reference to early childhood development and milestones like teething

Our granny got a goal and now we want one for that reason
A recognition of the influence of family and elders on one's own goals and aspirations

An adolescent mind is so impressionable in those stages
An observation on the influential power of adolescence on the formation of one's identity and goals

But parents got to parent their kids to keep them out of cages
A call to parental responsibility to prevent their children from ending up in negative or harmful situations

Cell therapists beware of this lugie that I spit
A warning to medical professionals who work with inmates or others in confinement

Incarceration without rehabilitation really don't mean shit
An argument that simply locking up people without addressing the root issues of their behavior is ineffective

Little Ricky's home, he gotta serve probation for six months
A reference to someone who has been released from prison and must still serve time outside of confinement

But Uncle Donnel and Ol' Dirty Bastard still in the joint
A reference to two real-life rappers who were incarcerated at the time of the song's release

Yeah, good does not come without pain (pain)
A restating of an earlier observation that positive outcomes often require struggle or difficulty

Meaning, before it gets better, it's going get worse (worse)
An expansion on the earlier statement that before good can be achieved, there may be negative experiences

Like my homies on the sick side still dying over turf (sick side)
A reference to gang activity and violence in urban areas

That don't belong to us (us)
A realization that engaging in turf wars or gang activity is a futile pursuit, and that one's sense of belonging should come from somewhere else

I mean us, left in the dust
A recognition that individuals who pursue unhealthy or violent paths may end up without support or guidance

Try to catch up with Massa (Massa)
A reference to the historical experience of Black people trying to catch up with white society or expectations

I used to wanna wrap my hands around the esophagus of them crackers
A statement of anger or frustration towards white people, and a recognition of the historical power imbalance between white and Black people

But Ephesians 6:12 said it wasn't flesh and blood that we wrestle against
A biblical reference to a passage that encourages spiritual warfare rather than attacking people

Principalities, powers of this world (world)
A philosophical observation that many of the struggles in the world are not about individuals, but are rooted in larger, systemic issues

Rulers of darkness and spiritual wickedness, in high places
A reference to the idea that there are darker forces at work in the world, and that these forces can operate even in positions of power or authority

so throw that whole armor of righteousness
A call to spiritual protection and strength in the face of these forces

I spark this thing, but my name ain't Bubba (Bubba)
A reference to smoking marijuana, and an acknowledgement that doing so is not inherently bad or damaging

I got a problem with racist cab drivers, like Glover (fuck you doing man? my money good?)
A reference to a specific experience of racism, and a calling-out of racist behavior

And brothers that wax fat and forget all about the struggle (my money ain't good? Fuck you doing man)
A recognition that some individuals may become successful and forget their roots or community

Guess what, guess what, time to reset this thing
A repeated call to reset and start anew or fresh

Listen to me, I awaken to sunlight that's beyond bright
A reference to starting anew with a positive or optimistic outlook

This day will be done right, there is a war, just waiting on the other side of the door
A recognition that the world can be difficult, but that one can still approach each day with intention and focus

But I'll be bringing God to the gunfight
A metaphorical statement about bringing faith, spirituality, or goodness to difficult situations

Can't live forever, so have some fun, right?
A recognition that life is short and that one should enjoy it when possible

Life's a bowl of candy, you can have one, right?
A playful metaphor suggesting that life is full of good things, and that individuals should enjoy them

You can handle if tomorrow never comes, right?
A rhetorical question challenging individuals to consider their preparedness for unexpected events or situations

You'll get used to singing if only for one night
A reference to opera or other challenging musical styles, and an encouragement to persist in difficult pursuits

But I intend to raise two daughters and a son right
A personal statement on the artist's intentions for their family

And I couldn't have wrote this if I was hopeless
An acknowledgement that creating music or art requires some level of hope or positivity

And see I focus to provoke this
A reference to the artist's creative process and intent

So open wide for my opinionated opus
An invitation to listen to and engage with the artist's work and message

Stop playing Go Fish, but not below this
A reference to the card game Go Fish, and a metaphorical statement about taking action and engaging with life

Before I go, I thought that you all should know this
A concluding statement or acknowledgement before the song ends on a final repetition of the earlier refrain

Recognize and realize before any regretting
A call to recognize difficult truths or realities before it's too late

Before you relapse, perhaps you'll consider resetting (hm? Hm?)
A final call to reset and start anew, and a challenge to not fall back into old patterns or ways of being