Pray
Dj.Fresh Lyrics

I'm afraid of myself more than anyone else
Despite external threats, the person is mostly worried about their own inner demons and flaws.

I'm still lookin' in the mirror when in need of some help
Even when troubled, they prefer to look within themselves for a solution.

They assassinate my character and swing for the belt
People try to tear them down, attacking their reputation and striving to defeat them.

But I still feel gifted when my presence is felt
Despite the negativity, they possess a sense of self-worth and confidence that comes from being recognized.

Tryin' take me out the game but you know I'mma stay in
Even though there are efforts to remove them from the situation or industry, they remain determined to push forward.

Only thing on my mind go hard, straight win
Their sole focus is on giving their biggest effort and coming out victorious.

Lookin' at these niggas like why we can't stay friends?
They express confusion and frustration over the difficulty of maintaining friendships in a competitive world.

I pray Meek Mill and Drake work again, Amen
They hope two former rivals reconcile and work together again as allies.

I forgot I signed up for all of these wild days
They realize the unpredictable nature of their journey and the toll it can take on them.

I need two shots just for all of this foul play
Due to the unfairness and deceiving conduct of others, they require two drinks to deal with it.

I hit a foul ball when I was tryin' to reach homebase
They made a mistake while aiming for their goal, missing the mark.

My haters struck out, I'm like speak for your own case
Their detractors failed to harm them, and they respond with a confident challenge to focus on their own issues.

Yeah, lately I been viewin' things different
Recent experiences have brought about a shift in their perspective.

While ridin' on my mission I ain't crash today
They avoided failure while staying committed to their objective.

Could've not woke up, could've passed away
They realize that the outcome could have been much worse, and they are grateful for another day.

I'm startin' to see what the pastor say
Through contemplation and reflection, they are beginning to understand the wisdom imparted by religious figures.

I have to say damn...
They express an emotional response to a realization or realization.

I know somebody prayin' for me
They are aware of at least one person who is praying or wishing for their well-being.

Somebody love me like they say they love me
They are reassured that someone genuinely cares for them and supports them.

Thank God, somebody prayin' for me
They express gratitude for the prayers and support they receive.

Situations gettin' ugly
The problems they are facing are becoming more challenging and difficult.

Found the beauty in struggle now they can't touch me
They have learned to find positivity and value in tough times, and this makes them resilient to further hardship.

Somebody somewhere prayin' for me
They recognize that there are people out there who are sending positive energy their way, even if they don't know who it is.

This made me think about my high school crush
The following lines are prompted by a memory or association with the past.

Back when missy used to tell us to pass that Dutch
They remember specific people or events from their teenage years, possibly involving drugs or partying.

At 16 it's that shit, you pass that blunt
They recall the carefree attitude they had towards smoking marijuana as a teenager.

It's a real easy score anytime we layin' up, yeah
They acknowledge that sex was easily attainable at that age.

Fast break to the bedroom each day
Their life seemed like a non-stop cycle of sex during their teenage years.

Puttin' up "Highlights" need a replay
They refer to their own sexual encounters as being so good, they deserve a replay or highlight reel.

Now it's every other week I gotta switch states
Their life as an adult involves a great deal of traveling or relocating to different states.

Cops killin' niggas and it's hard to find a safe place
They express concerns about police brutality and the difficulty of finding a safe location due to widespread violence.

Treat me like ingrate, lunch room, big plate
They feel unappreciated and overlooked, even though they seemingly have a lot going for them.

Still gotta eat though easy as a free throw
Despite the challenges they face, they highlight the importance of basic needs and the ease of meeting them.

And I ain't got no time for no weak hoes
They refuse to spend time or deal with people they perceive as being weak or unimportant.

I ain't fuckin' with no cheap hoes, Lord knows
They won't involve themselves with people who lack value or self-respect, and they acknowledge that a higher power is aware of this.

Could've been a whole lot deeper but a lot more simple
Their life could have been more complex or fraught with more problems, but they opt for a simpler and more straightforward path.

I been stayin' on your mental
They have been making an impact on someone's way of thinking or mindset through their actions or words.

And the city kills dog men without a pencil
They reference the harsh and dangerous reality of growing up in a rough area where violence is common and unforgiving.

Only God knows what they been through
They acknowledge that they don't know the full extent of someone's struggles or hardships, but believe that a higher power does.