Chemical Imbalance
Crime Boss Lyrics
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Memories of the past can't be erased
If i don't kill, then i will die, and nobody really knows why
As the sky turns gray
Start cryin nigga gets the N
Sin has driven me to commit emcee murder again
Disect the brain, donate the rest to science fiction
Monsters who rise only when the night falls
Monsters who take your bitch then cut off your balls
Disappear with the fall, then leave 'em all dazed
Twistin' purple shit to keep my mind in a haze
365 days, im tryna think of 365 ways to get payed
Lack of knowledge got me trapped in this underworld
Runnin from disease, some hoes i see ain't even girls
What the fuck is just 2000 got a new face
Inside four walls is the only place i feel safe
Escape, illegal substances might get away
Slangin' shit like dennis stackin pennies in a hardaway
A harder day, keep my head full of shit to say
Load my mind like a clip, and use my mouth to spray
Lyrical ammo, rambo with the microphone
Fallin fast into my i don't give a fuck zone
Hold up, nigga wait a minute
Anger is mutual, animosity is infinite
Death encouraging me to cloud my mind with drugs
The way i choose to dress makes people address me as a thug
Where is your love, Mr. Mike shouldn't have asked
He should've put a clip full of heaters in your ass
Can i get a witness, asteroids keep me duckin
Wisdom past my bucket, as i hover through the scenery
Cheifin' greener leaf, life take her on the other seat
Hoping pairs don't wanna jump shit, and fuck with me
Bandits, masked face, fast paced robbery
Jealous cause a nigga flippin space-age technology
Lost in a maze of blocked up niggas sellin rock
Flexin, where snotty nosed bitches wouldn't just stop
Tune up your brain, nigga maintain, hoes shooting game
While they pussies shooting flames
And all the white water in D.C. could'nt stop the burned neighborhood
Gangs start learnin that its hard to earn reps on break beats
Respect on concrete, cause no-one gives a fuck about me
Thoughts of another time, another place
Memories of the past can't be erased
If i don't kill, then i will die, and nobody really knows why
Thoughts of another time, another place
Memories of the past can't be erased(it's a trip)
If i don't kill, then i will die, and nobody really knows why
The opening lines of the song, "Thoughts of another time, another place, memories of the past can't be erased", suggest that the singer is grappling with his past and the memories that linger on. The song delves into the mind of a criminal mind who feels trapped and has no other choice but to resort to violence to achieve some sense of control. The line "If I don't kill, then I will die, and nobody really knows why" seems to suggest that the only way to survive in his world is by being the one in control, even if it means taking other people's lives. The singer then goes on to describe the inner turmoil he faces, with "sin" driving him to commit more "emcee murder" again and again.
The chorus, with the repetition of the line "Thoughts of another time, another place, memories of the past can't be erased," further emphasizes the singer's sense of being trapped in his own memories and past. The rest of the lyrics paint a bleak picture of the world he lives in- drugs, violence, and a general lack of hope. The imagery used is vivid, with "monsters who take your bitch then cut off your balls," and "Twistin' purple shit to keep my mind in a haze," highlighting the darkness of this world.
Line by Line Meaning
Thoughts of another time, another place
Reflecting on the past and wishing for a different reality
Memories of the past can't be erased
Feeling haunted by past events and unable to forget them
If i don't kill, then i will die, and nobody really knows why
Feeling like resorting to violence is the only way to survive, without fully understanding why
As the sky turns gray
Life feels bleak and depressing
Start cryin nigga gets the N
Threatening someone with violence if they show weakness or vulnerability
Sin has driven me to commit emcee murder again
Guilt and temptation have led to violent behavior towards other rappers
Disect the brain, donate the rest to science fiction
Using one's own mind as a lab for experimentation with drugs and music
With my mental create frankensteins for cheddar gettin
Using creativity and inspiration to craft music for money
Monsters who rise only when the night falls
Feeling like a different person or persona comes out at night
Monsters who take your bitch then cut off your balls
Violently taking from others and asserting dominance
Disappear with the fall, then leave 'em all dazed
Leaving others confused and bewildered after committing a crime
Twistin' purple shit to keep my mind in a haze
Using drugs to escape reality and create a distorted worldview
365 days, im tryna think of 365 ways to get payed
Constantly thinking of ways to make more money and succeed in the music industry
Lack of knowledge got me trapped in this underworld
Feeling stuck and unable to escape a life of crime and drugs due to lack of education or opportunities
Runnin from disease, some hoes i see ain't even girls
Trying to avoid contracting STDs and dealing with fake or deceptive people
What the fuck is just 2000 got a new face
Feeling like time is moving too fast and the world is changing too quickly
Inside four walls is the only place i feel safe
Being paranoid and feeling like home is the only place where danger can't reach
Escape, illegal substances might get away
Using drugs to try and escape from reality and evade the consequences of one's actions
Slangin' shit like dennis stackin pennies in a hardaway
Selling drugs and making money like a basketball player saving up for the future
A harder day, keep my head full of shit to say
Using the pain and struggles of life as inspiration for music
Load my mind like a clip, and use my mouth to spray
Using words as a weapon to express oneself and assert dominance
Lyrical ammo, rambo with the microphone
Feeling powerful and unstoppable when rapping
Fallin fast into my i don't give a fuck zone
Becoming numb and disconnected from reality, not caring about consequences or other people
Hold up, nigga wait a minute
Stopping someone to assert dominance and show disrespect
Anger is mutual, animosity is infinite
Feeling like anger and hostility are shared by everyone and endless
Death encouraging me to cloud my mind with drugs
Feeling like drug use is leading to physical and emotional decay, but still resorting to it
The way i choose to dress makes people address me as a thug
Being judged by one's appearance and feeling pigeonholed into a stereotype
Where is your love, Mr. Mike shouldn't have asked
Feeling like love and compassion are absent from the world and from others
He should've put a clip full of heaters in your ass
Disrespecting and threatening those who show weakness or vulnerability
Can i get a witness, asteroids keep me duckin
Feeling like danger and obstacles are constantly threatening one's safety and success
Wisdom past my bucket, as i hover through the scenery
Feeling like one has gained knowledge and experience from life, while still feeling disconnected from it
Cheifin' greener leaf, life take her on the other seat
Using drugs to escape and forget about life's problems
Hoping pairs don't wanna jump shit, and fuck with me
Avoiding confrontations and hoping that others won't try to interfere with one's life
Bandits, masked face, fast paced robbery
Committing crime and stealing from others with a sense of urgency and danger
Jealous cause a nigga flippin space-age technology
Feeling envy and resentment towards others who are more successful or innovative
Lost in a maze of blocked up niggas sellin rock
Feeling stuck and lost in a world of drug dealers and crime
Flexin, where snotty nosed bitches wouldn't just stop
Showing off and being proud, despite others trying to bring one down
Tune up your brain, nigga maintain, hoes shooting game
Encouraging others to focus on their mental health and improve their lives, while still dealing with romantic relationships
While they pussies shooting flames
Belittling others for being emotionally unstable or reactive
And all the white water in D.C. could'nt stop the burned neighborhood
Feeling like one's community and surroundings are falling apart, despite efforts to fix them
Gangs start learnin that its hard to earn reps on break beats
Recognizing that being part of a gang or crew doesn't necessarily guarantee success or respect in the music industry
Respect on concrete, cause no-one gives a fuck about me
Feeling like respect and recognition need to be earned through hard work and success, as opposed to loyalty or intimidation
Contributed by Michael F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.