There is a list a mile long of MC's coming out of the South Bronx, but none… Read Full Bio ↴There is a list a mile long of MC's coming out of the South Bronx, but none have the combined carisma, high voltage, lyricism, and a knack for story telling quite like Justus League member Chaundon. Growing up in the South Bronx and constantly being surrounded by Hip Hop, Chaundon began writing rhymes at the age of 13. As he attended Stevenson High School, he eventually got his first taste of stardom rapping infront of other students in the cafetetria and crowded hallways.

Hooked on being the center of attention and realizing that music was his calling, Chaundon gained a reputation for his lyrical prowess, a reputation that followed him wherever he's gone since. Graduating high school and going to college at North Carolina Central University, it wasn't before he forced his way into the bubbling North Carolina Hip Hop scene. From performing on campus, getting on stage at every local club he could find, and freestyling on radio stations such as Power 98 (WPEG) and K97 (WQOK), his name soon became highly recognized all over North Carolina. Becoming a part of the local up and coming crew The Justus League, only helped the buzz around Chaundon grow louder. In 2001 Chaundon started working on his unreleased project "White Label", which was produced by 9th Wonder of Little Brother, Son of Yorel, Eccentric, Khrysis of The Away Team, and Hall Of Justus CEO Big Dho. By leaking his internet singles "Bet That", a hard hitting, high velocity track produced by Khrysis, Chaundon urges listeners to put their money on him in any situation. "Pay Me", produced by Son of Yorel, he lets loose a lyrical barrage on any and everybody out there who owes him money, demanding what's due to him no matter what their circumstance. Chaundon has widened his fan base enormously. Without any financial backing or promotion, word of mouth has been the vehicle to Chaundon's current success. His first release "Slow Leaks", a mixtape he put together in March 2003, received a great deal of press and further stretched his following across the globe. In April 2005 he released his 2nd mixtape release "Live From The 718". This mixtape solidified his position as the strong and witty emcee that he is. Supporters from around the world praise his music and await his solo lp "No Excuses". He was also featured on L.E.G.A.C.Y.'s debut album"Project Mayhem", The Away Team's debut album "National Anthem", Little Brother's "Chittlin' Circuit", "Chittlin Circuit 1.5", their sophmore album "The Minstrel Show" and their latest mixtape with DJ Drama "Separate But Equal.

Chaundon is a versitile artist with a strong and expressive voice. He is also a remarkable enternainer, making hime a favorite among the Hip Hop community. He is constantly in motion, running through the audience and passing his energy and emotion on to them wherever he performs. In all, his combination of lyrical prowess and high energy stage presence make Chaundon one of the industry's premier artist to watch.

Understanding
Chaundon Lyrics

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[Intro] [Chaundon Speaking]
Damn, it's like I got a lot of shit on my mind 9th
It's like I don't really got nobody I can really talk to now-a-days man
But I swear to God, when you play these tracks I know they listening my nigga
It's the shit I'm goin' through man. Listen

[Verse One]
You can't see my pain

Shit, I smile too much
Meanwhile, anger and anxiety is pilin' up
I lost my job, now what?
Bills comin' by the hundreds
Deep depression, can't run from it, now I stay blunted
Drinkin' liquor with my breakfast, I'm a fuckin' alcoholic
I hit rock bottom
Where'd this come from? I can't call it
It was good just a week ago
I was makin' green fo' sho'
I answered, opportunities knocked, she don't come by no mo'
What am I gonna do now?
The burden's on wifey
She workin' overtime at her job she don't even like B
I feel like a loser, a bum, I need change
I never did nobody dirty, life can be so strange
It's like Job in the testament
He had it all then it was gone
But I'ma ride to the end cause my faith in God is strong
Shit is arduous, no choice for me to make it either
I'm gonna earn it or just jump up and take it

[Chorus] [Darien Brockington] (Percy Miracles):
[And everyday there is a struggle
To get it all together and live my life
And everyday it gets harder to keep my sanity and do what's right
And everyday I keep tryin' to talk to somebody to say what's inside]
(I need some understanding
Please try to understand me)

[Verse Two]
You can't feel my stress
Problems get bigger with times
Shoppin' at the .99 cent store with nickles and dimes
I feel like I'm wastin' away
At home, wastin' a day, I sleep a lot to avoid facin' the day
And I should be outside chasin' the pay
Instead of havin' Vanilla Coke chase the Granmanier
Man, this ain't my life I should be livin' it up
Not givin' a fuck
Jumpin' out the biggest of trucks
Reality sucks
I gotta get my resume tight
Hair braided tight
Set my mind and get my money right
But now-a-days jobs are slim
My other option is the dope man
I can make some yards with him
But my run could cause the refs to throw a flag on the play
Ten yard penalty and haul my black ass away
Fuck that
There's gotta be another way to make it, either
I'm gonna earn or just jump up and take it

[Chorus] [Darien Brockington] (Percy Miracles):
[And everyday there is a struggle
To get it all together and live my life
And everyday it gets harder to keep my sanity and do what's right
And everyday I keep tryin' to talk to somebody to say what's inside]
(I need some understanding
Please try to understand me)

[Verse Three]
I can't take it
First Wynn, Luke pass
Now it's Dad, Info
It's like every six months I look up I'm losin' kinfolk
I'm drownin' in my sadness and rage
It wasn't time for them to go
I shouldn't be writin' these words on this page
I should be talkin' about makin' money and broads
Dreamin' about pushin' Bentleys and a Honda Accord
Well then Luke's in the passenger and dad's on the block
This is gettin' out of hand, it's about time that it stops
I can't handle this death shit
I know I'm soundin' selfish
Between my life and they past and I'm highly effected
I can't walk down Bryant without seein' Info's face
Knowin' that's the very corner that the murder took place
I'm fallin' apart, but yet I'm tryin' to hold it together
Prayin' that one of these days everything will get better
If good times are givin' out I'll be happy to take it
Otherwise I gotta figure out how I'm gonna make it

[Chorus] [Darien Brockington] (Percy Miracles):
[And everyday there is a struggle
To get it all together and live my life
And everyday it gets harder to keep my sanity and do what's right
And everyday I keep tryin' to talk to somebody to say what's inside]

(I need some understanding
Please try to understand me)

Overall Meaning

Chaundon's song "Understanding" is an emotional and introspective piece that sheds light on the struggles and hardships of everyday life. The song is a reflection of Chaundon's personal experiences, as he grapples with the challenges of unemployment, financial difficulty, depression, and the loss of loved ones. In the first verse, Chaundon reveals his feelings of anger, anxiety, and depression that are steadily building up inside of him, despite his attempts to mask them with a smile. He describes his financial situation, where he has lost his job, and bills are piling up, causing him to feel like a loser and a bum.

The chorus, sung by Darien Brockington with support from Percy Miracles, highlights the recurring theme of Chaundon's quest for understanding and empathy from those around him. He talks about how everyday life is a constant struggle, making it harder to maintain his sanity while trying to do what is right. Chaundon feels like he needs someone to understand him through his struggles and help him navigate his life's challenges.

In the second verse, Chaundon admits to feeling like his life is wasting away, with his days blending into one another as he avoids facing his problems by sleeping. He describes his desire to be successful, living it up, and not giving a damn. However, the reality of the situation is grim, with slim job prospects and the possibility of resorting to drug dealing.

The third and final verse of the song is particularly poignant and deeply personal for Chaundon. He expresses his grief and pain at losing loved ones, including Wynn, Luke, and Info, within a short span of each other. Chaundon admits to feeling helpless and unable to come to terms with the harsh reality of loss, as it is a constant reminder of his mortality. He ends the song hoping that one day, his circumstances will improve, and he is determined, either "to earn it or just jump up and take it."

Line by Line Meaning

You can't see my pain
My pain is not visible on the surface, it's not something you can observe just by looking at me.

Shit, I smile too much
Although I am hurting, I try to appear happy to hide my pain.

Meanwhile, anger and anxiety is pilin' up
The negative emotions that I am suppressing are building up and becoming increasingly overwhelming.

I lost my job, now what?
Losing my job has created a major problem for me, and now I am unsure of what to do next.

Bills comin' by the hundreds
I am being bombarded with bills that I struggle to pay off.

Deep depression, can't run from it, now I stay blunted
I am deeply depressed and I try to cope with it by using drugs or alcohol.

Drinkin' liquor with my breakfast, I'm a fuckin' alcoholic
I am an alcoholic and I am drinking alcohol at all times of the day, even with my breakfast.

I hit rock bottom
I have reached a low point in my life and I feel like I have nothing left to lose.

It was good just a week ago
My situation was completely different just a week ago and now everything has drastically changed for the worse.

What am I gonna do now?
I am questioning what my next move should be since everything seems to be falling apart.

She workin' overtime at her job she don't even like B
My wife is working hard at a job she dislikes, all so that we can make ends meet.

I feel like a loser, a bum, I need change
I feel like I am worthless and I need to make a change in my life to become a better person.

It's like Job in the testament
My life feels like a parallel to the story of Job in the Bible, where he suffered greatly but still held onto his faith.

But I'ma ride to the end cause my faith in God is strong
Despite my struggles, I am committed to holding onto my faith in God and persevering through my hardships.

You can't feel my stress
My stress and anxiety are not something that can be felt or experienced by others, it's something that only I can truly comprehend.

Problems get bigger with times
As time goes on, my problems become more complicated and challenging to manage.

At home, wastin' a day, I sleep a lot to avoid facin' the day
I am spending a lot of time at home, sleeping excessively to avoid facing the difficulties of the day ahead.

Man, this ain't my life I should be livin' it up
I feel like I am not living the life that I should be, that my circumstances are keeping me from enjoying my life fully.

Reality sucks
The reality of my situation is tough to handle and I am struggling to cope with it.

My other option is the dope man
My only other option for making money is to sell drugs, although I am aware of the consequences that come with this decision.

I'm fallin' apart, but yet I'm tryin' to hold it together
Although I feel like I am falling apart, I am trying my best to hold myself together and keep moving forward.

Prayin' that one of these days everything will get better
I am holding onto hope that someday, somehow, things will improve and my life will take a positive turn.

If good times are givin' out I'll be happy to take it
If there is any way for me to attain a better life and enjoy good times, I will take advantage of it willingly.

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