Flashbacks
Deante' Hitchcock Miguel St. Beauty Lyrics

Bad bitch, wild shit
Starting the song with some braggadocio, indicating the singer has a wild side and a taste for women.

Just wake up and boom bap
The singer is ready to jump into the day with a boom bap, or some old-school hip-hop energy.

Just fucked up
The singer admits to being in a bad state of mind or inebriated.

Aight
A casual affirmation or agreement.

Yeah-yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah
A simple vocalization to keep the flow going.

Flashbacks to that laundromat with my momma
The singer recalls a memory of being at the laundromat with their mom in the past.

I was young and wildin' out, unaware of incomin' karma
The singer reflects on their younger, reckless self and the negative consequences that were to come.

They say the first child should pay for the sins of the father
Referring to a common phrase, the artist acknowledges the idea that children are often impacted by the mistakes of their parents.

So I bought 'em out tomorrow and said, "Fuck it"
The artist seems to rebel against this concept by making a bold decision to change their future.

Tell Nick I'm sorry, I had to do what I couldn't take
The artist apologizes to Nick for something they had to do, likely an action that was difficult but necessary for their own well-being.

If I don't kill 'em, I'm sorry shawty, we ain't gon' make it
It's unclear who the singer is referring to, but it seems to be someone they may have to harm or eliminate to survive.

Girl I done seen my lowest lows, I mean low as the basement
The artist has experienced their rock bottom or lowest point in life.

Tryna reflect without usin' a mirror 'cause I'm too scared to face it
The singer wants to introspect but fears what they will find about themselves.

What am I chasin'? And will it fulfil me once I catch it
The singer questions their life goals and whether achieving them will bring true satisfaction.

I need some straightforward answers 'cause I been livin' backwards
The singer is tired of feeling lost and seeks clear answers to their questions.

Can't feel the pastor when he talk about upcomin' rapture
The artist is skeptical of a religious concept and cannot connect with it.

Preachin' money's the root of all evil but ask for money after
Another dig at religious institutions, the artist points out the hypocrisy of condemning money while still asking for donations.

So comin' up we ain't have it to give but we still gave it
Despite not having much themselves, the singer and their family still gave what they could to their church.

The church was makin' a killin' of our lil' savings
The singer is critical of the church's practices, suggesting they took advantage of their congregation's financial contributions.

But you can't put a price on faith, that's how my momma phrased it
Despite their misgivings about their church, the artist acknowledges the value their mother placed on faith.

But mom if this the house of the Lord, then how can we not appraise it?
The artist questions why churches are not held to the same standards as other institutions, such as appraisals.

I was young and confused, with nothin' to lose
The artist returns to their past, describing a time when they felt lost and aimless.

Better to be human than God, word to Langston Hughes
The singer quotes the poet Langston Hughes in suggesting it's better to be flawed and human than to aspire to be perfect like God.

Ironic when your brain start the spark, they try and defuse
The artist comments on how society often tries to suppress creative or unconventional thinking.

But my nigga the only choice that we have in life is to choose, so I'm choosin'
Despite the obstacles they face, the singer affirms that we all have the power to make choices and they have chosen to persevere.

I got a homegirl convinced that everything we see
The singer introduces the idea of their friend's belief that reality is an illusion.

Is tricks and this life is just an illusion
The homegirl believes the world is full of deception and nothing is as it seems.

Some days I entertain it, I know that thinkin' is dangerous
The artist admits to considering the idea but acknowledges it could be harmful to dwell on it.

Just be feelin' like it's so much more, it's hard to explain it
The artist struggles to articulate the feeling they have that there is something beyond what we can see or understand.

But I do believe in God in this
Despite their doubts and struggles, the singer affirms their belief in a higher power.

But I know the even when I'm strayin' far away from my path
The singer recognizes their tendency to lose their way but believes they will eventually find their true path.

There's a reason, there you have it
The artist trusts that even the difficult moments in life happen for a reason and contribute to their growth.

Word to my boy from TDE, that I met in them sessions
The artist references a friend they made through music, specifically TDE (Top Dawg Entertainment).

This is the Revenge of the Dreamer
The artist references the album Revenge of the Dreamers by J. Cole and his Dreamville label, which emphasizes the importance of pursuing one's dreams.

I seen a rose grow from out of that concrete, yeah right there, up my block
The singer observes a rose growing in a seemingly unlikely place (concrete) near their home.

Right on the corner where DeVonte got shot
The artist acknowledges a tragic event that occurred in their community.

And then it hit me
The sight of the rose leads to a sudden realization for the singer.

One day eventually things'll change
The singer has hope that the future will bring positive change.

And maybe somethin' beautiful can rise
The singer envisions something beautiful emerging from the pain and struggle they've experienced.

And thrive from all that pain, so RIP
Despite the difficulty of the past, the artist believes it can lead to new growth and life. 'RIP' could refer to honoring those who have passed or moving beyond a difficult chapter in life.

I'm sure as a sigil
The word 'sigil' can refer to a symbol or object used in magic or ritual. The artist seems to be making a confident statement.

That I believe
The singer affirms their belief in something.

It's hard to believe in anything
Despite their conviction, the singer acknowledges the difficulties of trusting in something.

With all that I've been through
The artist reflects on their past hardships and how they impact their ability to believe.

All that I've seen
The artist has witnessed many things that have shaped their worldview.

Can't just believe in anything
The artist requires strong evidence or reason to believe in something.

Much to my surprise
Despite their skepticism, the singer has apparently found something that surprises them in a positive way.

I'm old enough to know
The artist implies that they have gained wisdom through experience.

I can't do anything on my own
Despite their independence and strength, the singer recognizes that they need help or support from others.

So, I believe in God
The singer reiterates their belief in a higher power.

I've cried enough to know
The singer has experienced enough pain to be able to recognize the role of emotion in their life.

I'm trying every day to hold on (hold on)
The artist acknowledges the ongoing struggle to persevere in difficult times.

No one
The artist begins a chorus of sorts, repeating 'no one' several times and emphasizing the need for self-reliance.

Ever gonna do it for you (quite like)
No one will be able to achieve your goals or do what's best for you quite like you can.

Quite like you
The singer repeats the phrase again, emphasizing its importance.

That's why it's hard to put my faith in anyone else
The artist acknowledges the difficulty of trusting others when only they can truly understand their own goals and desires.

So I don't put my faith in nobody else
The artist takes a firm stance on their self-reliance, opting not to trust anyone else with their future.

Though I know that we all need some help
Despite their independence, the artist acknowledges that everyone needs help or support at times.

Me too
The singer affirms that they are not exempt from needing help.

Is any of that true, yeah
The artist ends on a somewhat uncertain note, questioning the validity of everything they've said so far.