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Domo Genesis Lyrics
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Is this mission God-sent or is it sacrilegious
Am I running from the past or am I backwards sprinting
Can I blast out all this sleep and just get back to living
In my war, will God hate me for these rash decisions
Or will he save me, know in my heart through this path I'm given
I got so many questions but who am I asking, nigga
I ask myself, what is it you really after, nigga
Is it pursuit of happiness if everybody knows your name
Does this weed keep me from going clinically insane
Are you really even living this image up in this game
But what is you really saying
You ain't really saving souls, is you
You from nothing fam, you really think it's gold in you
Are you built to keep that spirit in your soul with you
Will you stick to it even if they don't roll with you
I got questions
Just when you thought this life was just for your fun
There's something there to tell you that you ain't done
So I've got a lot of questions
Cursing that you're on a mission, oh
Just another dead man breathing
Burnt out heathen, sipping syrup every week
Doing powder every evening, popping pills to keep me even
Since a nigga left school, seems it's death that I'm cheating
So I'm speeding, fuck slow is
Catch me anywhere the dough is
Nowadays it's anywhere a show is
Same [?] call me asking where a O is
If you talking 'bout the edge, shit, I'm dancing on the closest
If you talking 'bout showbiz, I don't know shit about it
Start to fight, these other niggas crowd around it
The rap game got me questioning my surroundings
I got issues, so I'm counseling with the ounces
My lump of problems seem to turned into a mountain
Money in the mattress, never spoke to no accountant
Nigga, all this finessing, God gave me a blessing
Make it to Hell before me, just tell the devil I got questions
Just when you thought this life was just for your fun
There's something there to tell you that you ain't done
So I've got a lot of questions
Cursing that you're on a mission, oh
What's worse, fake smiles or not smiling at all
You risk it all, asking if you hit the ground if you fall
What if they don't love your dream and ain't astounded at all
And when they say you'll never make it, will you doubt it at all
You ain't ashamed to public answer to that drum in your heart
Are you afraid to bring to light, what you've done in the dark
Are you embracing what's becoming your part
Are you complacent, can you face personal pain just for the love of the art
I hope that you ain't let your momma down
You wish that you was back in college now
Do you feel dumb from all that knowledge now
We bout them digits, yeah them commas now
You wish you had some solids now
Will they still love you if you not around
Now are you using all your intellect, I mean no disrespect
But are you capable to be they interest
Are you afraid to let your dreams and life intersect
I wanna know man, I ain't finished yet
I got questions
Don't stop, keep on living
Can't stop, we ain't risen
Wake up, check your vision
Play until your time's up (I got questions)
Give until your time's up (I got questions)
The lyrics to Domo Genesis's song "Questions” delve into themes of personal introspection and reflection, as well as existential questioning. The artist explores a variety of hard-hitting questions, revealing his own insecurities, doubts, and life struggles throughout the lyrics. The first verse highlights his inner conflicts, as he questions whether his actions are guided by divine purpose or simply reckless behavior. He ponders whether he is running away from his past, or sprinting backward in fear. Later on, he questions the motivation behind his pursuit of fame, money, and happiness. He is honest about his struggles with addiction, and the pressure to maintain an image in the music industry.
The chorus is a call to action, reminding listeners that life is not just about having fun, but also seeking meaning and purpose. The second verse continues along the theme of personal growth, as Domo Genesis delves deeper into his doubts and fears. He questions whether he is capable enough of making his dreams a reality, and whether he is good enough to succeed. Despite the self-doubt, he holds onto his passion for music, and his desire to make it as an artist. The final verse is again a call to action, urging listeners to live fully, without fear, and to pursue their dreams relentlessly.
Overall, the song is an introspective journey of self-discovery, where the artist confronts his greatest fears and doubts with honesty and vulnerability, inspiring listeners to do the same.
Line by Line Meaning
Am I dreaming now, I can't tell the difference
Domo is trying to figure out if he is dreaming or not because things may sometimes seem too good to be true in reality.
Is this mission God-sent or is it sacrilegious
Domo is questioning if what he is doing aligns with his beliefs or if it goes against them.
Am I running from the past or am I backwards sprinting
Domo is unsure if he is trying to move on from the past or if he is stuck in it and unable to move forward.
Can I blast out all this sleep and just get back to living
Domo is asking if he can quickly leave his state of slumber and get back to living his life to the fullest.
In my war, will God hate me for these rash decisions
Domo is concerned that the decisions he has made in his life will harm his relationship with God and whether or not God will disapprove of him.
Or will he save me, know in my heart through this path I'm given
Domo is hopeful that God will forgive him and understand that the path he has been given is the path he has followed wholeheartedly.
I got so many questions but who am I asking, nigga
Domo realizes that he has so many questions, but he does not know who to ask, referring to himself in this instance.
Is it money, is it bitches, is it fame
Domo is questioning if his motivations are spurred by the pursuit of money, women, or fame.
Does this weed keep me from going clinically insane
Domo wonders if smoking weed prevents him from totally losing his mind.
But what is you really saying
Domo is asking what the true meaning and intention behind peoples' words and actions are.
You ain't really saving souls, is you
Domo questions if the people claiming to be saving souls are really doing so, or if it's just an act or facade.
Are you built to keep that spirit in your soul with you
Domo is asking if he is capable of retaining his spiritual connection now and in the future despite life's obstacles.
My lump of problems seem to turned into a mountain
Domo's problems have become insurmountable, feeling as if they have become a mountain that he is unable to climb or overcome.
Will they still love you if you not around
Domo is questioning whether or not he will be loved and remembered when he is no longer alive.
Are you embracing what's becoming your part
Domo is inquiring if he is accepting the role he has in life and making the best of it, even if it is not what he originally wanted or envisioned for himself.
Play until your time's up (I got questions)
Domo is determined to live life to the fullest until his time is up, all while still grappling with unanswered questions.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, CTM Publishing
Written by: AJA GRANT, MATTHEW BYAS, KENDRA FOSTER, DOMINIQUE COLE, DARIEN DASH
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