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Chris Karell Lyrics
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Nothing's ever promised tomorrow, today
Solace from a chalice, pour out the pain
Having my heart plummet when contemplating
"What's in for me?" Yeah
This city got a hold of me, let go
At hand and yet so out of reach, yeah
Imagine being told you're seeing ghosts
Competition, competition
Should I abort the mission? nah nah
This life is unforgiving
Unforgiving, unforgiving
Alive but barely living, nah nah
Ok, hold on wait a minute
Hard to see beyond my field of vision when I'm in it
Praying for a blessing, let alone a pot to piss in
Reminiscing on the days when we could barely make a living
But that shit is in the past now
Young nigga make it glisten with no bussdown
Looking at me, I might really be a cash cow
No debating, put a bid up, I'm the best out
All you lots can rest now
If you wanna do it, gotta put your mind to it
Only hit it if it got a little bounce to it
Cutting loose ends, ain't afraid to lose friends
Either way they coming back around like some loose change
That's why you gotta let it go when it's gotta go
If your folks ain't got no goals then it's adios
Margaritas by the load when we crack the code
Showing you all that it really takes to be considered goats
Competion
Competion
But who's my competition?
Competition, competition
Should I abort the mission? nah nah
This life is unforgiving
Unforgiving, unforgiving
Alive but barely living, nah na
In these lyrics, Chris Karell reflects on the unpredictable nature of life and the struggles he faces in the pursuit of his dreams. The opening lines, "And I heard 'em say, nothing's ever promised tomorrow, today," highlight the fleeting nature of life's guarantees. It serves as a reminder that one should not take anything for granted and make the most of the present moment.
The next few lines, "Solace from a chalice, pour out the pain, having my heart plummet when contemplating 'What's in for me?'" depict his search for comfort and release from the emotional turmoil he experiences. He questions his own motivations and desires, grappling with the idea of personal gain in his pursuits. The mention of the city's hold on him suggests that external forces may also influence his actions and decisions.
Continuing, he imagines being told he's "seeing ghosts," implying that he may feel disconnected or misunderstood by others in his journey. The repetition of the word "competition" emphasizes the pressure he feels in the pursuit of his goals. He wonders if he should give up or continue on this challenging path.
In the next verse, Chris Karell reflects on his past struggles, reminiscing about the difficult times when making a living was a constant struggle. However, he asserts that those times are behind him, highlighting his determination and resilience. He aspires to shine and prosper without succumbing to materialistic temptations, dismissing superficial displays of wealth as a distraction from his ultimate goals.
He advises staying focused and determined, insisting that one should embrace change and be willing to let go of toxic relationships or situations. The metaphor of loose change returning signifies that people who may have left your life temporarily can come back, but it's important to prioritize personal growth and progress.
Throughout the song, Karell questions who his real competition is and contemplates whether he should give up or keep going. The unforgiving nature of life seems to weigh heavily on him, but he remains resolute, acknowledging the difficulties while still pursuing his dreams. He concludes with a reference to achieving greatness together, suggesting that success requires a collective effort and the willingness to show others the path to being considered the best.
Line by Line Meaning
And I heard 'em say
I listened to what others were saying to me
Nothing's ever promised tomorrow, today
There are no guarantees for the future, only the present moment
Solace from a chalice, pour out the pain
Finding comfort by expressing and releasing the emotional suffering
Having my heart plummet when contemplating
Feeling a deep sadness and heaviness while thinking deeply
"What's in for me?" Yeah
Questioning the personal benefits and advantages
This city got a hold of me, let go
Feeling trapped and influenced by the city, but trying to break free
At hand and yet so out of reach, yeah
Close by, yet difficult to attain
Imagine being told you're seeing ghosts
Being informed that you are experiencing illusions or delusions
But who's my competition?
Questioning who my rivals or challengers are
Competition, competition
The presence and intensity of competitive situations
Should I abort the mission? nah nah
Consideration of giving up or quitting the endeavor
This life is unforgiving
Acknowledging that life can be harsh and merciless
Unforgiving, unforgiving
The relentless nature of existence
Alive but barely living, nah nah
Being physically alive but lacking vitality and fulfillment
Ok, hold on wait a minute
Asking for a brief pause or delay
Hard to see beyond my field of vision when I'm in it
Difficult to perceive or imagine beyond my current circumstances
Praying for a blessing, let alone a pot to piss in
Hoping for even the smallest form of prosperity or stability
Reminiscing on the days when we could barely make a living
Reflecting nostalgically on the times of financial struggle
But that shit is in the past now
Those hardships are no longer relevant or current
Young nigga make it glisten with no bussdown
A young individual achieving success without excessive luxury or extravagance
Looking at me, I might really be a cash cow
Observing me, I potentially possess great financial value
No debating, put a bid up, I'm the best out
No argument, I am undeniably the most skillful or exceptional
All you lots can rest now
Everyone else can relax and stop trying to compete
If you wanna do it, gotta put your mind to it
To succeed, you need to be fully dedicated and focused
Only hit it if it got a little bounce to it
Engage with something only if it has energy or excitement
Cutting loose ends, ain't afraid to lose friends
Removing unnecessary connections and not fearing the loss of friendships
Either way they coming back around like some loose change
Regardless, they will return at some point like easily replaceable currency
That's why you gotta let it go when it's gotta go
That's why you need to release or detach from what's necessary
If your folks ain't got no goals then it's adios
If your companions lack ambition, it's time to say goodbye
Margaritas by the load when we crack the code
Celebrating abundantly when we discover the solution
Showing you all that it really takes to be considered goats
Demonstrating everything necessary to be recognized as great or exceptional
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Chris Etoa
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