Phoenix
D.A.R.E. Lyrics

I slipped through the cracks
I was overlooked and neglected by those who were supposed to care for me

Was skinny and frail
I was physically weak and vulnerable

If love was the same as air I couldn't inhale
I struggled to experience love and affection

Put me through hell
I endured a lot of hardship

Publicly shamed
I was humiliated in front of others

Guilty with no trial
I was accused and judged unfairly without a proper hearing

Throw dirt on my name
People spoke ill of me and tarnished my reputation

It's never been easy for me Accustomed to pain
I have faced many challenges and hardships in life, and have grown used to enduring pain

Umbrellas in high demand Accustomed to rain
I am well-prepared for difficult times and am accustomed to facing adversity

Fell in love with a snake I covet her poison
I was attracted to something or someone dangerous and toxic, even though it may harm me

Mistakes are embarrassing I try to avoid them
I feel ashamed when I make mistakes, and I work hard to prevent them

Hand on the stove Don't be surprised if it burns
I am aware of the consequences of my actions and the risks I take

Moth to a flame All consequences are earned
I am drawn to things that may be harmful or dangerous, and I understand that I am responsible for the outcomes of my choices

Death on my top Sizeable knot Measuring my success In all that I got
I may seem wealthy or successful, but the weight of death is always present and reminds me of the true value of my life

But who am I kidding Lord knows I gave up a lot I'm talking the headstones Revising the plot
Despite any outward appearances, I have made many sacrifices and experienced much loss in my life, and I am always trying to rewrite the story of my past

Is not in the cards I would trade you my spot Give all my earthly possessions to turn back the clock
I have come to accept that certain things in life are beyond my control, and I would give up all that I have to undo some of the mistakes and regrets of my past

Retracing my steps Replacing the breath Back in your lungs But that's selfish I guess
I sometimes wish I could undo the past and make things right, but I know that such desires are ultimately selfish, and that we have to live with the choices we make

Sometimes I reflect I look in they eyes I think I'm a good guy But I feel they despise
I often wonder what others think of me, and while I may believe I am a good person, I fear that others may see me as something different

All I count on for strength is the love of my daughter Can't even hug on my kid because of court orders
The only thing that gives me strength and hope in life is the love of my daughter, yet I am unable to be close to her because of legal restrictions

Can't rely on these friends They never hold water But Judas sat at the table was part of the slaughter
I have learned that many friends are not reliable and may betray me, yet I continue to be hurt and surprised when they do so

Somehow keep it together God and my mom My team tougher than leather Tasha and Ty The tighter circle the better Mick by my side A bond you can never measure
Despite the challenges I face, I am able to find strength and support from those closest to me, especially from God, my mother, and a select group of friends who have proven themselves trustworthy and loyal

They was ready to close my casket Rose from the ashes Sharpen up my thorns Can't touch me bastards
Despite the many difficulties I face and the obstacles in my path, I have managed to rise above them all and emerge stronger and more resilient

Working on my bachelor's You probably think it's magic One M down Don't stop now Move faster
I am working hard to achieve my goals and improve my life, and while it may seem like a miracle, I know that I can't afford to slow down or give up

On zoom with the financial planner Upping the standards Buy low no guts no glory Who needs an analyst They ain't see it coming All the deets are in the manifest High stakes Boy I know the streets We can handle this They used to trade bullets on the block Now we're being bullish with the stocks It's a big difference
I am savvy in financial matters and am working hard to improve my economic situation, despite the challenges I face and the risks involved

I'm far from the toughest by a lot But the strategy I got that shit on lock Homie bear witness See you can boil water in a pot But you can't keep it down when it's hot It's the same sentiment Can't say I never took a loss But I took those lessons to the heart
I may not be the strongest or most resilient person, but I have learned to be strategic and smart in my choices and actions, and that has helped me overcome many obstacles and achieve many goals

She's a bitch by all accounts But you only get one life gotta keep a happy house Emotions cloud your logic when they out Wearing long sleeves, stoned face damn what he about
Sometimes the people we love may be difficult or unpleasant, but we have to try to make the best of it and keep a positive outlook, despite the challenges and difficulties that may arise

Don't worry Everybody in a hurry Start to telegraph your moves And that's when they jump your route Social media for clout With the bears waiting upstream You chumps are the trout
We live in a fast-paced, competitive world where people are always looking for an advantage, and we have to be careful to avoid being taken advantage of or exploited

Dreams of touchin' the sun They said I can't shine Rose up like the Phoenix It's just my time
Despite the obstacles and challenges I face, I refuse to give up on my dreams and aspirations and am determined to rise above them all, like a phoenix from the ashes

Dreams of touchin' the sun They said I can't shine Rose up like the Phoenix It's about time
I have worked hard and persevered through many setbacks and obstacles, and now I am finally starting to see the fruits of my labor and can rise like a phoenix from the ashes

Dreams of touchin' the sun They said I can't shine Rose up like the Phoenix It's just my time
Despite the pessimism and negativity of others, I refuse to give up on my goals and am determined to succeed, like a phoenix rising from the ashes of its own destruction

Dreams of touchin' the sun They said I can't shine Rose up like the Phoenix It's about time
After a long, difficult journey of hardship and struggle, I am finally ready to rise up and overcome my challenges once and for all, like a phoenix taking flight from the ashes of its former self