All Good
De La Should Ft. Chaka Khan Lyrics

Ooh no-ohh, no-ohh
Expressing a negative reaction to something.

Chaka Khan, Chaka Khan
Acknowledging the presence of Chaka Khan, the featured artist on the track.

It ain't all good and that's the truth
Admitting that not everything is going well and being honest about it.

Thangs ain't goin' like you think they should it's all on you
Implying that the listener is responsible for their own circumstances and should take control of their life.

I don't care about what you think you see
Not being concerned with others' perceptions of oneself.

The thangs you want to know when you look at me
Acknowledging that people have questions or assumptions when they see someone.

God knows I done been through and paid my dues
Claiming to have gone through struggles and worked hard to get where they are today.

Can't change how you feel, 'cause it's all on you-whoahhha-ohh-yeah
Suggesting that one's feelings are their own responsibility and cannot be controlled by others.

I wish that, you could be a little bit more upfront
Expressing the desire for more honesty and directness in communication.

Weigh the situation how you want right
Encouraging the listener to evaluate situations and make sound decisions.

The lovin' that you claim is just a four letter word
Suggesting that the word 'love' is often overused and not always genuine.

The third letter's invitin' so visualize the verb
Playing with the word 'love' and implying that the letter 'v' is enticing and should be acted upon.

You curve thoughtways when you're handlin' the candleabra
Painting a vivid image of someone being careful or cautious when handling a candlestick holder.

So you sittin' on the baby grand
Describing someone sitting on a baby grand piano, which can be seen as pretentious or overly aggressive.

Transmittin' like you're made of man
Acting as if one is invincible or above criticism.

But you paint a funny face like a chick
Comparing someone's fake persona to wearing a mask or putting on a show.

When I see you I'ma tell you quick that
Bracing the listener for an honest and blunt conversation.

I can't believe we built this large pizza pie together no pepperoni
Using a metaphor to describe a partnership or relationship without all the usual elements present.

Yeah, you wanted extra cheese, sometimes I gave you extras
Imagining a scenario where one partner wanted more of something than the other and how that affected their dynamic.

How we divided slices like the Red Sea theory
Continuing with the pizza metaphor and alluding to a biblical story where Moses parted the Red Sea.

I was Moses hopelessly scorned by your thorn zapora
Using biblical imagery to describe feeling betrayed or abandoned by a partner.

Tried to bring that fairy-tale life, you wanted horror
Describing an attempted balance between the listener's desires and the artist's own aspirations, which ultimately failed.

But my microscope couldn't see or cope with that
Admitting that the singer was not equipped to handle the situation.

I had to bolt from that, and left you dead in the sea
Describing the artist's decision to leave the relationship and sever ties with the listener.

It's better for me, I'm satisfied with reppin' for D
Focusing on oneself and being content with representing one's community or group.

We were certified hot, then dropped to lukewarm
Recalling a time when things were going well but then quickly fizzled out.

Now we back up in the spot, claimin' never been gone
Showing a sense of resilience and not letting past failures get in the way of future opportunities.

Niggaz who cut us off, wanna reattach us now
Noting how people who once abandoned the artist now want to be back in their lives.

(Them girls who brushed us off, say they want some [unverified] to dial)
Referencing women who previously rejected the artist but now show interest.

Yeah, I give that ass a number and some lumber to pile
Speaking crudely about how the singer would handle those who once rejected them.

Now catch a curve from my kick
Issuing a warning to those who may try to deceive or take advantage of the singer.

(Or show me lovin' by brick)
Using a metaphor to describe strong and unwavering support.

So stick to the same plan, don't come shakin' my hand
Urging others to stay true to themselves and not expect the artist to change for their benefit.

Like we peeps, it ain't beef but be sure to understand
Stating that there may be friction between the artist and others, but it's not personal.

Between us, it ain't all
Reiterating the sentiment that things aren't going well and that there may be issues between the singer and others in their life.

You see them kids be schemin' on what we done copped
Noticing that younger people are envious or jealous of what the artist has gained.

Always out there schemin'
Suggesting that others are always looking for a way to get ahead at the singer's expense.

They steady fiendin' for the moment they can get us off the block
Implying that others may be trying to push the singer out of their environment or community.

Why they always fiendin'?
Asking why others are so obsessed with taking what the singer has or trying to bring them down.

Your people might have your back
Acknowledging that the artist may have supporters or allies to rely on.

But you need to watch your front
Encouraging the listener to be vigilant and aware of potential threats or dangers.

Indeed, ain't nothin' guaranteed
Stressing that there are no guarantees in life and that things can change quickly.

That's the truth, things ain't goin' like you think they should
Reiterating that life is unpredictable and may not always go as planned.

A lot say they wanna walk in my size 10's
Noting that others may want to experience the artist's success or lifestyle.

Aight then, here's a pair
Offering the hypothetical opportunity for others to experience what the artist has gone through to get where they are.

Lace 'em up tight then you might feel what was dealt to me
Implying that one should be prepared to work hard and face challenges to achieve success.

You see ain't no young boys up in here, keep a clear head
Implying that the singer is experienced and has been through a lot to get where they are, and advising others to maintain a level head.

Tryin' to keep my pockets on stuffed like deer heads
Using a comparison to describe the artist's desire to maintain a certain level of financial stability.

Upon the wall, so all the gall we get from y'all don't faze
Suggesting that the singer has had to deal with criticism and negativity from others, but has learned to ignore it.

So mind your biz and walk away
Advising others to stay out of the singer's affairs and not to cause problems.