Life is good
DJ Deckstream Feat. Mos Def Lyrics


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Boogie man, boogie man, boogie man
Boogie man (hello children)
My whole life is real
My life
My life
My life
My life
Ah ha, Brooklyn you know
My life
My life
My life
My life
It's a real thing

Listen
My whole life is real, morning news and nights is real
What I spit and I write is real, 'cause my life is real
My own life is ill
Filled with magic's strife to scale
Sun bright, no time to chill, got all type of bills
I got seeds I gotta feed with this
They be needing shit, I got ex-wife beef and shit
That's how deep it get
My whole life is real, my whole life is ill
A fantastic, a beautiful mess
And life nigga in America, the usual stress
I do it to the up, low, the east and the west, I
Do it to most, I do it to death
I do so it good they don't know what to do with they selves
Well do this, move
Back, forward, mo'
Life is real, let's move on

My whole life is real, morning news and nights is real
What I spit and I write is real, 'cause my life is ill
Filled with magic's strife to scale
Sun bright, no time to chill
Got all type of bills
I got seeds I gotta feed with this
I got streets I gotta reach with this
That's how deep it get

My whole life is ill, my whole life is real
Mornings, noon's, nights
Birthdays, workdays, holidays, funerals, the usual
Life is real
Sunday to Monday, schoolyard gun play, politics, bullshit
Life is real
Shootings, stabbing, free trade, arrest
Crush, kill, destroy, checks
Death, rebirth
Reach the world but touch the street first
Life going in every direction but rewind
Niggas is waiting for the light to dive down
On a park a hustler plays the hide out
Somebody's gotta notice it's a matter of time before the world fine out
The earth dry out and push the hinting to high ground, life style, hostile
Real, life real real
So real, too real, news real, edited
The close up block out the rest of it
True evident, false measurement
Crunk superstar, thug president
Tricks allegiance, m-def payment ship
Scribe lively, so timely, that is timeless
And is lovely, and is ugly, as it must be

My whole life is real, morning news and nights is real
What I spit and I write is real, 'cause my life is ill
Filled with magic's strife to scale
Sun bright, no time to chill
Got all type of bills
I got seeds I gotta feed with this
I got streets I gotta reach with this
That's how deep it get

My whole life is real, ha ha
Brooklyn know
My life
My life
My life
My life
B.X. know
My life
My life
My life
My life
Real niggas all over the world
My life
My life
My life
My life
It's a real thing





Boogie man

Overall Meaning

The song "Life Is Good" by DJ Deckstream featuring Mos Def is a powerful reflection on the reality and struggles of life. The song starts with the repeated phrase "boogie man" which is often associated with fear or something that we run away from. However, the repetition of this term signifies the inevitability of the challenges in life that we must face. Mos Def explains that his whole life is "real" and the experiences he shares through his music are a reflection of this reality. He talks about the struggles of providing for his family and dealing with the difficult emotions that come with a broken relationship. Mos Def paints a picture of an individual trying to navigate the complicated and often harsh world we live in.


Throughout the song, Mos Def emphasizes that life is not always easy and there are many obstacles we have to overcome. He touches upon various aspects of life such as politics, violence, and the struggle for survival. Mos Def highlights that life is filled with both good and bad experiences, and we should embrace all of them as they shape who we are. The repeated phrase "my life" emphasizes the importance of owning one's experiences and making the most of them.


Overall, "Life Is Good" is a poignant reminder of the realities of life and the need to embrace them through all their ups and downs.


Line by Line Meaning

Boogie man, boogie man, boogie man
A playful reference to the monster who hides under children's beds, setting the tone for the song's realness and rawness


My whole life is real, morning news and nights is real
All aspects of my life are genuine, including the events reported in the news that affect me


What I spit and I write is real, 'cause my life is real
My music reflects my reality and experiences, making it authentic


My own life is ill
My life is challenging and difficult, but still extraordinary


Filled with magic's strife to scale
Despite the difficulties, there are still moments of wonder and beauty


Sun bright, no time to chill, got all type of bills
There are always responsibilities and obligations to fulfill, leaving little time for leisure


I got seeds I gotta feed with this
I have children who depend on me for support and care, which further adds to my responsibilities


I got ex-wife beef and shit, that's how deep it get
My personal relationships are complicated and difficult to navigate, adding to the layers of complexity in my life


My whole life is ill, my whole life is real
Life is full of highs and lows, making it real and unpredictable


A fantastic, a beautiful mess
Life is simultaneously amazing and chaotic, with all its messiness and imperfections


Life nigga in America, the usual stress
The stress of everyday life in America is a common experience shared by many people


I do it to the up, low, the east and the west, I
My music resonates with people from all walks of life and all regions of the country


Do it to most, I do it to death
I work hard and put my all into my craft, giving everything I have to offer


I do so it good they don't know what to do with they selves
My talent is so exceptional that it leaves people awestruck and unsure of how to respond


Well do this, move, back, forward, mo'
Life always moves forward, so we must adapt and keep going


Mornings, noon's, nights, birthdays, workdays, holidays, funerals, the usual
Life is filled with a range of experiences, from the mundane to the momentous


Sunday to Monday, schoolyard gun play, politics, bullshit
Life is often violent and fraught with tensions, from gang violence to political disputes


Shootings, stabbing, free trade, arrest, crush, kill, destroy, checks
The harsh realities of daily life in America, including crime, economic inequality, and corruption


Death, rebirth, reach the world but touch the street first
In life, we must confront both the inevitable end of life and the possibility for renewal and growth, remaining connected to our roots


Niggas is waiting for the light to dive down, on a park a hustler plays the hide out
People are always struggling and hustling, some waiting for a chance to shine while others try to evade authority


Somebody's gotta notice it's a matter of time before the world fine out
Despite the struggles and complications, people are still capable of making a difference and affecting change


The earth dry out and push the hinting to high ground, life style, hostile
The environment and societal conditions can both be harsh and unrelenting, making life difficult


Real, life real real, so real, too real, news real, edited
Life is so real and unfiltered that it can be overwhelming, even with the constant media coverage


The close up block out the rest of it, true evident, false measurement
Despite the abundance of information, it is often difficult to distinguish the truth from what is presented as truth


Crunk superstar, thug president, tricks allegiance, m-def payment ship
Many people in positions of power and influence are corrupt and focused only on their own gain, rather than serving the people they are meant to represent


Scribe lively, so timely, that is timeless, and is lovely, and is ugly, as it must be
Despite the flaws and problems, life is still beautiful and worth cherishing, with moments of joy and fulfillment that stand the test of time




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC., Royalty Network
Written by: Dante Smith, Mark Richardson, Roy Ayers, Stanley Mckinney, William Withers

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Comments from YouTube:

@DJPlays21

Rest in beats, DJ Deckstream. I know you're up there in Heaven, playing the background music to Paradise with Nujabes.

@Vistalgia

Rest in beats, DJ Deckstream.

@DiskChordDian

+Vistalgia Deckstream's music helped me expand my musical horizons in middle school and even now as a college student I still remember and always will remember him. Rest in beats, DJ Deckstream. I hope he met up with Nujabes wherever they are and get to continue working on the music they loved.

@PureS0u1

+Weston Livernois He died in an accident, other details are unknown

@KelGhu

They all die in accidents... :(

@greenbongos

This means they are needed somewhere else. Where that is, you know they are jammin.

@frey5218

Damn I found his other songs Like Ta.La.La and it was so good and I thought he was still around :'( Rest in peace.

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@KelGhu

RIP Deckstream... Thank you for your music! A true blessing we've had!

@babymoon555

I cannot believe he passed away! I started listening to his music when I started undergrad. It helped me overcome homesickness because I was living the dorm life. Nothing but nostalgia and great vibes from his work.

@JohnnyChiang106

Rest In peace Deckstream

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