I
Consequence Lyrics


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This is a warning, that you need to take into
Otherwise the consequences that'll leads to
Cold sweats that'll feel like a steam room
And dark nights that you probably won't sleep through

Just when you think you about to call it a night
You get a funny feeling that something ain't right
Because all the way home with your son and your wife
You realize this game have to come with a price
So payback's a bitch when you caught in the life
And the Lost and the Damned cut you off with the bikes
That's how it goes when you caught in the hype
And now your worst nightmare's coming to life

Because they tip, toe, real, slow
And you can hear the screams through your window
How they even get up on your whip? Whoa!
Until you take it off like a strip show

I hear footsteps, coming up the stairs
I turn around but no one there
I hear footsteps coming up the stairs
I turn around but no one there
I hear footsteps coming up the stairs
I turn around but no one there
I hear footsteps coming up the stairs
I turn around but no one there

Just when you said you quit the game if you could
The homies won't holler that you left them for good
And you thought it would be calmer in this neck of the woods
So if you could get a weapon and some armor you should
Because now you got decisions that are hard to avoid
The good night sleep that you used to enjoy
Has been interrupted by a startle of noise
That lurks in the dark and won't respond to your voice

Because they tip, toe, real, slow
And lift up the screen to your window
How they even find out where you live? Whoa!
They want the best scheming from the get go

Just when you thought you put the past behind you
News flash, it's right behind you
In a black mask breathing hard to find you
And that's when the feelings in your heart to find you
Is you going to let them run up in your crib?
And put the gun up to your kid?
Well if that's the way it is, you can push to the limit
Till something's got to give

Because they tip, toe, real, slow
And lift up the screen to your window




Guess who's waiting for them in the crib, whoa!
And his trigger finger's about to let the clip go

Overall Meaning

The song "I" by Consequence is a warning to those who are caught in the life of crime. The consequences of such a life can lead to sleepless nights filled with fear and anxiety. The lyrics describe how one may feel like they are being followed, heard strange noises, and may even have their house broken into by those seeking revenge or trying to steal from them.


The song is a cautionary tale for those who think they can just quit the life they are living and not suffer any consequences. The homies won't holler that you left them for good, and you thought it would be calmer in this neck of the woods. However, the reality is that the good night's sleep you once enjoyed will now be interrupted by a startle of noise that lurks in the dark and won't respond to your voice. The consequences are chilling and real.


The lyrics paint a vivid picture of what could happen when one is caught in a life of crime. The fear and anxiety that come with it make it difficult to escape, but the consequences are real and harsh. The song serves as a warning to those considering a life of crime or those trying to leave it.


Line by Line Meaning

This is a warning, that you need to take into
The following content is meant to warn you and you must pay attention to it.


Otherwise the consequences that'll leads to
Ignoring the warning could lead to negative outcomes.


Cold sweats that'll feel like a steam room
The fear and anxiety caused by the situation will be very intense.


And dark nights that you probably won't sleep through
The fear and anxiety will be so strong that it will disturb your sleep.


Just when you think you about to call it a night
When you think everything is over and it's time to rest.


You get a funny feeling that something ain't right
You start to have doubts and a sense that something is wrong.


Because all the way home with your son and your wife
While travelling home with your loved ones.


You realize this game have to come with a price
You understand that the lifestyle you've been living comes with consequences.


So payback's a bitch when you caught in the life
Retribution is very tough when you are involved in the life.


And the Lost and the Damned cut you off with the bikes
A biker gang known as the Lost and the Damned sever ties with you.


That's how it goes when you caught in the hype
This is what occurs when you become immersed in the excitement and attention.


And now your worst nightmare's coming to life
The situation you were dreading has now become a reality.


Because they tip, toe, real, slow
The individuals approaching move quietly and cautiously.


And you can hear the screams through your window
The victim's screams can be heard from inside the house.


How they even get up on your whip? Whoa!
The attackers have gained access to the victim's car without being noticed.


Until you take it off like a strip show
The attackers strip the victim of their possessions and leave nothing behind.


I hear footsteps, coming up the stairs
The victim hears someone approaching on the stairs.


I turn around but no one there
When the victim looks, no one is there.


Just when you said you quit the game if you could
When you expressed the desire to quit the lifestyle.


The homies won't holler that you left them for good
Your old associates will not take it well that you've cut ties with them permanently.


And you thought it would be calmer in this neck of the woods
You expected things to be less chaotic in this area.


So if you could get a weapon and some armor you should
If you have the means, you should arm yourself for protection.


Because now you got decisions that are hard to avoid
There are difficult choices that you must make.


The good night sleep that you used to enjoy
The peaceful rest that you once experienced.


Has been interrupted by a startle of noise
Your sleep is disrupted by sudden noises.


That lurks in the dark and won't respond to your voice
The source of the noises are hidden in darkness and will not answer you.


And lift up the screen to your window
The attackers open the screen to gain entry to the home.


How they even find out where you live? Whoa!
The attackers have somehow discovered the victim's place of residence.


They want the best scheming from the get go
The attackers are determined to execute a well-planned attack from the start.


Just when you thought you put the past behind you
When you believed you had moved beyond the previous issues.


News flash, it's right behind you
You are reminded that the past has not truly disappeared.


In a black mask breathing hard to find you
A masked attacker is searching for you with great effort.


And that's when the feelings in your heart to find you
You become aware of the strong emotions within you.


Is you going to let them run up in your crib?
You must decide whether or not to allow the attackers to enter your home.


And put the gun up to your kid?
The attackers may harm your children.


Well if that's the way it is, you can push to the limit
If that's the reality you're facing, you may need to fight with everything you have.


Till something's got to give
Until a breaking point is reached and a resolution is reached.


Guess who's waiting for them in the crib, whoa!
The attackers may be surprised by the unexpected strength of the victim.


And his trigger finger's about to let the clip go
The victim is prepared to use deadly force if necessary.




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Written by: Patrick Baril

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Comments from YouTube:

@MattMcClary

What a record! First heard this in 2004 and it’s 2018 now still listening as if it just dropped 🔥🔥🔥

@anwjuice

You like this I hope you ha e heard little brother the minstrel show. I and out at same time back in day. Both these Albums still get played in my car

@nicolerockwell2325

Man what a class - takes me back to late teens and now I’m mid 30s. A hidden gem of an album.

@jeff-jo6fs

2023 to infinity

@erictaylor1217

It's a shame Consequence couldn't really get popping even with all these Ye' appearances. 2021 still wishing this album was on Spotify

@thelastinghiphopduo3208

Al ready there bro!🎉 (spotify)

@puddin4366

little brother has this song on spotify

@DillaDonuts

Even crazier that he started off with a tribe called quest and then went on to work with ye and still never got mainstream praise

@breezymadmann1114

I can't front you got some hot beats

@anwjuice

How she order all that food and a motherfucking diet coke

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