FAIRY TALES
Chika Lyrics

Fairy tales are stories with lessons and allegories
Fairy tales are stories which provide deep and insightful lessons through the use of symbols and metaphors.

That tell us about the world that could be
Fairy tales present us with an idealistic view of the world that inspires us to work towards a better future.

But I see no mention of bad shorties or niggas sippin' on 40s
Fairy tales often portray a one-sided view of the world that fails to acknowledge the struggles and experiences of certain individuals or communities.

No heroes inside a book look like me
Fairy tales rarely feature characters who resemble me or my community, making it difficult to relate to or find inspiration in them.

I don't ever mourn my childhood
I have a positive outlook on my childhood and cherish the memories and experiences that shaped me into who I am today.

Know my folks is happy that they child good
My parents are proud of the person that I have become and are grateful for the opportunities they were able to provide for me.

Imperative a narrative reflect what's up in my hood
It is important for stories to accurately represent the realities of my community, in order to inspire and uplift those who live there.

Figured that the remedy is simple
I believe that the solution to this problem is straightforward and can be achieved through music and storytelling.

Let's make a couple hits for all the kids that need a symbol
Let's create music that serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration for young people who are in need of a positive role model.

Let's remind them that they matter, the media can chatter
Let's reassure young people that their lives and experiences are important, even if the media and society may say otherwise.

And peer into their lives to form statistics, like we data
The media often objectify and dehumanize young people by reducing them to mere statistics or data points.

Spin a yarn 'bout candy ladies or 'bout waking up on Saturday
Create stories and songs that are relatable to young people by highlighting experiences and activities that they can identify with.

Mama blasting Gospel, cleanin' house gon' take 'bout half the day
Depict scenes from everyday life that are familiar to young people growing up in my community, such as listening to gospel music while doing household chores.

Afterwards, we pass a J, think of all who passed away
After completing our chores, we take a break and reflect on the people we have lost and the challenges we have overcome.

Smoke blown out the window
We smoke our joint discreetly, blowing the smoke out of the window to avoid detection from authority figures.

That's a sin, though, know what Pastor say
Despite enjoying our vices, we are aware of the moral and religious implications of our actions, as taught to us by our spiritual leaders.

In services 'til late noon, wafers paired with grape juice
We attend church services for an extended period of time, and partake in the sacrament of communion by consuming wafers and grape juice.

Create a classic spittin' 'bout some shit we can relate to
We create music that speaks to the experiences and struggles of young people in my community, in order to provide them with a sense of belonging and validation.

'Cause ain't nobody talking bout a beanstalk, nigga
Most popular media and entertainment fail to address the real-life issues and struggles of our community, choosing instead to focus on fantastical or unrealistic stories.

Lemme tell you when the threes drop, nigga
I will use my music to provide commentary on contemporary issues and struggles affecting my community.

We get higher than the treetops, nigga
We use drugs and alcohol to escape the harsh realities of life and find temporary relief and joy.

Pied Piper gone to jail because the streets talk, nigga
Those who serve as charismatic or influential leaders in our community are often arrested and punished due to false accusations or rumors spread by those who wish to bring them down.

Role models only real until the beat stop, nigga
As soon as a person stops producing hits or becomes irrelevant in the eyes of society, they are quickly forgotten and replaced by the next big thing.

Karens love the coloreds if it's Deepak, nigga
White or privileged individuals often express tokenistic, surface-level appreciation for our culture or art, but fail to truly understand or support our struggles or lives.

But her walls so dry, call it sheet rock, nigga
Despite her interest in our culture or art, Karens or privileged individuals lack the depth or empathy to truly connect with us or support our community.

This is heat rock, bigger than the world that I'm livin' in
My music is a powerful and impactful force that transcends the boundaries of my immediate environment or community.

If I gotta kill a beat, I'll make it deliberate
I am committed to producing high-quality and meaningful music, and am willing to put in the effort and dedication required to achieve this goal.

Fee fi fo fum, we live, go dumb
We are resilient and passionate people, who prioritize living life to the fullest and having a good time, despite our struggles.

Get a little streetwear, now you think you know some
Wearing trendy or fashionable clothing does not automatically make a person an authority or expert on our community or culture.

Show and tell, dress up, little weird after you four-some
We often feel uncomfortable or out of place when we are forced to conform to societal expectations or participate in traditional, formal events and settings.

Fiendin' for oppression, I can really let you hold some
Those who do not experience or understand our struggles often fetishize and crave oppression or hardship, without truly comprehending its true impact or consequences.

Better bet they show they ass, better bet I throw some
Those who try to exploit or demean our community will quickly face retaliation or consequences from those who are proud and protective of our culture and identity.

Jumpin' through the hoop like an acrobat
We are forced to navigate through numerous obstacles and challenges in order to survive and thrive in our environment or community.

Then a nigga jump into the booth after passin' that
Despite these challenges, we remain driven and motivated to achieve success and create meaningful art that represents our community and culture.

My niggas' the truth and so it's true, they be after that
My friends and colleagues are talented and genuine people who inspire me to create and produce the best possible music and art.