Hold On
David Versis Lyrics

Hold on
The artist asks everyone to hold on.

Yeah
An informal expression of agreement.

Lemme speak to 'em
The artist wants to talk to the listeners directly.

Uh
An interjection used to express hesitation or uncertainty.

I ain't tryin' to boast here, wanna make a toast here
The artist wants to celebrate the people who have supported him.

Just to all of those still standing with me when the smoke clears
The artist is grateful to those who have supported him through difficult times.

Once the coast clear, I put the Vandals on
The artist puts his team to work when the time is right.

I put my sandals on, Chillin' where the coast clear
The artist relaxes when he doesn't have to worry.

So I need to know are we drinkin' or what?
The artist asks if people want to celebrate with him.

'Cause I'm like Lent to these bitches, they keep givin' it up
The artist is attractive to women.

And it's strange, though
The artist finds it peculiar.

'Cause when I go out and I'm dressed up
The artist attracts attention when he looks good.

All I see is dollar signs burned inside they retinas
People see the artist as a way to make money.

And it don't make sense, 'cause I ain't got a cent on me
The artist doesn't have any money for people to take.

But they don't got sense, so I let 'em put they scent on me
People give the artist attention despite there being no benefit to them.

You might find me in a West Coast place with some fresh Rosé
The artist likes to go to fancy places to socialize.

Hangin' out at the best parties
The artist likes to be where the action is.

But I need to know what's it all for?
The artist is questioning the purpose of his lifestyle.

Round of four shots, penthouse, homie, top floor
The artist is living a luxurious life.

I guess I'm just a young gun tryin' to soak it in
The artist is enjoying his youth.

Big shoes to fill, I'ma get these bitches broken in
The artist is trying to live up to expectations.

And these days, I'm sleepin' light upon my pillowcase
The artist is restless and stressed.

'Cause I'd be lyin' if I told you I was feelin' great
The artist isn't feeling good.

And so I'm scrollin' down my contact list
The artist is looking for someone to talk to.

At a quarter past six, tryin' to figure out who still awake
The artist is looking for someone who is still up.

'Cause I need someone I can vent to
The artist needs to talk to someone.

To tell me something that I can't do
The artist wants to be encouraged and supported.

I'm feelin' like a Renaissance man
The artist feels like he's multi-talented.

Never out, but out is how I got it all planned
The artist always has a backup plan.

So I tell 'em
The artist informs people of his plans.

I'm just tryin' to be the best right now
The artist is focused on being the best.

Gotta get this off my chest right now
The artist needs to express something important.

I keep hearing these voices
The artist is hearing something in his mind.

They keep on talkin'
The voices won't stop speaking.

They keep on tellin' me
The voices are giving the artist advice.

That I should hold on
The voices are telling the artist to persevere.

Take all the time you need
The voices tell the artist not to rush.

Lookin' at the Vandals like they couldn't be a better crew
The artist is proud of his team.

Blowin' money 'cause that's what the hip-hop manual said to do
The artist is spending money because of its association with hip-hop culture.

Waitin' for things to pan out, but they never do
The artist is waiting for events to unfold, but they never do.

'Cause they couldn't account for what the thoughts in his head'd do
The artist's thoughts aren't always predictable.

And to those in my city, I ain't upset with you
The artist isn't angry at people from his hometown.

Look at what I done for you, look at what I did for you
The artist has helped his community.

Passing up on me is a thought that'll have to live with you
The artist's detractors will regret not supporting him.

The fact that I'd be dead for you is something you're indebted to
The artist would make a sacrifice for his community.

Uh, now I'm just doin' what I'm meant to do
The artist is fulfilling his destiny.

Stackin' up cash and pocketing a cent or two
The artist is saving money.

Pavin' my own avenue, workin' on my revenue
The artist is building his career and income.

Have 'em wonderin' what happened to the boy they never knew
People are curious about the artist's success.

Uh, just know we ten steps ahead of you
The artist is ahead of his competition.

Killin' every muhfuckin' track that he steppin' to
The artist is making great music.

Now who you steppin' to? Big fish in a big pond
The artist is confident in his abilities.

I used to write raps, now I write songs
The artist has evolved his craft.

I used to light firecrackers, now I light bombs
The artist has greater influence now.

I buy clothes like it ain't even got a price on
The artist can afford expensive clothes.

I gotta tell you, it feels good
The artist is proud of his success.

It hasn't happened quite yet, but it still could
The artist is hopeful for the future.

And one day, when I do make it
The artist is optimistic about his future success.

And they ask me if I'd do it again
Someone asks the artist if he would make the same choices.

I still would
The artist doesn't regret his choices.

So my patience is nothin' close to an overstatement
The artist needs to be patient for success.

But for now, all I'm hearin' are these voices sayin'
The artist is being motivated by the voices in his head.

My girl said, "Versis, there ain't nobody like you
The artist's girlfriend thinks he's unique.

And that might be the only reason they don't like you"
The artist's girlfriend thinks people are jealous of him.

So for now, I'm just focused on my latitude
The artist is focused on his ambition.

White boy with an attitude, cooler than an ice cube
The artist is confident and cool.

I am fly like an airline, you better believe
The artist feels like he's soaring.

My grind's like a hairline that never recedes
The artist's work ethic never diminishes.

I balled, though, showed you all the tricks in my sleeve
The artist has displayed his talents and abilities.

I used to run my mouth for fun, now they beg me to breathe
People are interested in what the artist has to say.

Remember when I used to stay back in detention
The artist misbehaved in school.

My teacher lecturin' me, sayin' I should pay attention
The artist's teacher told him to focus in class.

I told them that I want to make music my profession
The artist explained his aspirations.

They just laughed and say "How you gonna get a job without a pension?"
People don't think the artist will be successful.

Got no pension, just benefits
The artist doesn't have security.

No politicin' bitch, just presidents
The artist is focused on making money.

And this right here, this is evidence
The artist's success is proof of his abilities.

That anything they ever told me had no relevance
The artist ignored the doubters.

Chillin' with the four horsemen, my flow's pestilence
The artist is part of a successful group.

Comin' soon, Vandals in the room, dawg, elephants
The artist's team is planning something big.

Who you know who flow with this much eloquence?
The artist is skilled and talented.

I flipped it on 'em, raised hell, it's been heaven since
The artist overcame obstacles against all odds.

And people that I've known from times before
The artist knows people from his past.

Were busy sharpenin' up swords and pointin' 'em to my spinal cord
The artist's detractors are trying to hurt him.

So this right here is a reminder for
The artist wants people to know something.

Anybody tryin' to bring bull up in my china store
The artist won't tolerate negativity around him.