Show Me The Way
Dilated Peoples Feat. Aloe Blacc Lyrics

The harder the work well the longer the day
The more effort put into something, the more time it takes.

Easy may come but it sure don't stay
Things that come easily tend to be temporary.

Trying to cope, boy, I hope and I pray
Attempting to manage a difficult situation by relying on hope and faith.

Show me the way
I need guidance and direction to overcome my challenges.

I say hello to my people, hello to the day
Addressing those around me and recognizing the start of a new day.

I watch the world on wheels, hit the yellow and gray
Observing the world around me, in motion.

The ones don't work are the ones don't eat
Those who do not put in effort will not reap benefits.

And once again, from the city where that sun don't sleep
Referring to their hometown, where the city is always active.

It's time to get live because the terms is breached
Feeling energized to take action because the opportunity presents itself.

Ride the wave like the world is a beach, learn more I teach
Embracing opportunities and using experiences to teach others.

I was raised by N.W.A and stayed CA
Being influenced and shaped by hometown music and culture.

All day, same story difference brief case
Different people, but the same way of life.

I'm nonchalant to others peddling weight
Not bothered by others trying to make a profit through illegal means.

I got a purpose to serving up and settle my state
Having a clear goal to improve one's situation, and taking action towards it.

Been through it, all of it great
Having gone through difficult experiences and learned from them.

Put the ruler to the movement, all of it straight
Evaluating the situation, and finding the best solution.

Big fish? Even callin' them bait
Referring to the idea of being successful and influential in one’s field.

One love, one dish, see 'em all on my plate
Feeling grateful and content with what one has.

I'll take the lady on a vacay, she call it a date
Taking someone on a nice trip, and referring to the experience as a date.

Now she calling in sick, now she calling in late
The person is so enamored they can't help but continue to think about the experience.

It's routine, by the beach I rise
Starting each day with a familiar routine, in a peaceful setting.

First up, I hit the weed then I bleach my eyes
Partaking in cannabis and washing their eyes, potentially to clear their vision and focus.

Then it's to the drum machine to speak my mind
Using music as a creative outlet to express oneself.

Tracks like fitted hats, pick a beat my size
Choosing music that suits one’s style and taste.

Energizing, on the darkest streets I shine
Feeling energized and alive, even in dark or difficult situations.

Saw the light up on the mountain, to the peak I climbed
Having a clear goal and reaching the pinnacle of success.

It's heavy but you're strong, just hold on until that light dawns
Encouraging oneself to push through difficult experiences, in the hopes of finding a bright future.

Bridge builders will connect these crowds
Referencing the idea of collaborating and connecting people.

Dedicated on my honor you can check these vows
Making a commitment with integrity and honor.

That's purpose, power to make the powerful nervous
Feeling confident and powerful, even when faced with intimidating obstacles.

Hard work ain't easy but easy usually ain't worth it
Emphasizing the importance of putting in effort and hard work towards goals.

I've been through some pitfalls that knocked me down
Having experienced failures and setbacks.

Made it through close calls and lost some ground
Having gone through close brushes with failure and setbacks.

It's a hell of a price I pay
The cost of success and growth is often difficult experiences and sacrifices.

Somebody show me the way, somebody show me the way
Requesting guidance and direction to overcome challenges.