Believe In Me
Dwele Feat. Raheem DeVaughn Lyrics

I pray 'til the death of me
I will continue to pray diligently and persistently until my last breath

Long as there's breath in me
As long as I am alive, I will keep going

That God keep blessing me
I hope for God's continuous outpouring of blessings upon me

Even when the devil keep testing me
Even when faced with challenges and temptations from the devil, I believe God will continue to support me

To all my soldiers in the field (it's yours)
This message is dedicated to all my comrades who are fighting various battles in life, indicating that they have the potential to overcome and succeed

Run the marathon for the win (it's yours)
Keep pushing forward and persevere in the long run because victory belongs to you

The world is yours and that's the reason
You have the capability to achieve great things, possess opportunities, and make a difference in the world

If that ain't something, I'll give you something to believe in (yo)
If you do not find inspiration in the previous statements, then I will provide you with something substantial to have faith in

Serenade a stimulus, running through a precinct
Engaging in an enchanting act that stimulates positive change, navigating through challenging circumstances

They sent my brother a check when he was doing a stretch
While my brother was incarcerated, he received financial support, bringing laughter and disbelief at their foolishness

We laughed like fuck, it if they dumb enough, then keep it
We found it amusing that someone would be foolish enough to provide assistance, so we decided to accept it

It's just the way you seen it, all these visions of grandeur
It all depends on your perspective, with dreams and aspirations of achieving greatness

Call it what you needed, caught you lifting your hands up
You call it whatever you require it to be, catching you expressing joy and surrender in celebration

All of us who reaching, back and forth how they panned us
Those of us striving for success are constantly being evaluated and pushed in different directions

All of this can be within arms reach if you stand up
All the opportunities and goals can be easily attainable if you take action and assert yourself

Seated well, close enough where if you see a sale
Being in a favorable position, close enough to reap the benefits when you come across a great deal

You can reenact every latch down to the key itself
You have the ability to replicate every successful action and open doors of opportunity

Beautifully attached 'til that latch try to redeem itself
Being securely connected until a situation tries to undermine the progress made

'Cause copying keys turn to obvious leads
When you imitate others, it becomes evident and leads to obvious outcomes

I done seen what it's coming with when they was off the ground
I have witnessed the consequences when individuals who were once disadvantaged gain power and influence

Pardon me how I be hovering and making all these rounds
Excuse me for my ability to navigate and be present in various circles effortlessly

I be speaking for who come from it, straightening they crown
I represent those who have emerged from similar circumstances, helping them regain their confidence and self-worth

Ain't a speech in a discussion that can tame all this shit down
No speech or conversation can calm down the intensity and complexity of these issues

Word to wagers and amounts and aiming out for a gift box
Referring to bets and quantities, aiming for a reward or surprise

We a product of Ziplocs, they a product of TikToks right
We come from a background of hustle and street life, while they come from a world of social media and trends

Clock ticking but not a tick on the wrist watch
Time is passing, but there is no pressure or urgency in the situation

In a space that's give and take like a pit stop
Existing in a dynamic environment where there is constant exchange, like in a pit stop during a race

Know the whole scene from the match to the smoke screen
Understanding the entire situation, from the initial conflict to the deception and distractions

To the wings on the end of that cloud like Alfred Hitchcock
Referring to the suspenseful atmosphere, like the tension created by Alfred Hitchcock in his films

'Cause everybody wants smoke 'til it comes with a halo
Many people desire conflict or confrontation until it brings consequences and accountability

Rarely is it otherwise and rarely do they say so
It is seldom different or expressed openly

Swear it made sense to everyone who admires it
People who idolize it claim that it makes perfect sense

They tell you play the bench but then show you the other side of it
They advise you to stay in the background, but then reveal the hidden benefits and rewards of being on the 'bench'

Neighborhood routine, habits get involved
The regular activities and customs of the community start to influence personal behavior

And what happens next door turns to black and red fours
The events occurring nearby become dangerous and violent

Block full of 'em, but still it feels like a transition scene
The block is full of people, yet it feels like a temporary and uncertain moment of change

Gunning through traffic for what's meant to be
Navigating through obstacles and challenges to reach what is destined

I intervene like the record stopped short before we hit repeat
I step in and interrupt the situation, as if time froze right before the song replayed

Shit, all we wanted was to hit repeat
All we desired was to relive a moment or experience again

Disbelief covering the room, smothered in the groove
A sense of astonishment fills the space, overshadowed by the rhythm and vibe

Trapped inside a growth spurt, covered in cocoons
Feeling confined and restricted during a period of rapid personal development, similar to being wrapped in cocoons

Erratic with your aim, so your humbleness ensues
Having inconsistent goals and aspirations, resulting in the cultivation of modesty

Springing to your death bed, you're jumping up to lose
Acting impulsively and recklessly, leading to self-destructive outcomes

We was running up in Sue's
We were regularly causing trouble at a specific location or establishment

Swear it was Christmas Eve on the reach how we moved
Our movements were reminiscent of the excitement and anticipation of Christmas Eve

Planning to clear a rack out, peace, minimum
Planning to steal a significant amount, leaving no traces behind

My minimum reads that subliminal reach back
My modest expectations involve pursuing subtle hints and opportunities

Envision a ki' rap, adrenaline reacts to being the top tier
Imagine a distinctive style of music, with adrenaline rushing upon reaching the highest level and standing out

Whether through experience or being you not there
Whether achieved through personal experience or by not conforming to societal expectations

Me in a drop Jeep, the sweetest of box seats
Me riding in a convertible Jeep, enjoying the best seats with optimum comfort

The speakers is knock down, the diva is knock kneed
The singers produce powerful sound, while the talented performer is humble

Cause for a parade, commodore's ablaze
Because it is a celebratory moment, with the leader being highly praised

Crowds sing comfortably, harmonies in waves
The crowd sings in perfect unison, creating harmonies that resonate throughout the area

Part of me is Mos Def, part of me is Ma$e
I possess elements of both Mos Def and Ma$e in my personality and style

So my jewelry be on, but my aura reek of sage
I wear flashy jewelry, but my presence exudes a sense of wisdom and spirituality

Positives and Black pride and all the shit I praise
Focusing on positivity, embracing Black culture, and expressing admiration for certain aspects

Or hammers in the glove box that draw and then erase
Referencing the presence of weapons concealed in the car, capable of causing harm or eliminating threats

Twenty on a bottle, so and so on a bird
Spending twenty dollars on a bottle of alcohol, while someone else spends a significant amount on acquiring drugs

One lead to the other, all that's missing is words
One action leads to another, and the only thing lacking is verbal communication

Tell them word, the ills from up the hill that I was privy to
Inform them about the negative experiences I witnessed and endured from an elevated perspective

How it all be coded, but the scope in it be literal
Understanding the hidden meaning behind it all, while acknowledging the direct implications

Scope like what they be holding to see who remembers you
Like a scope on a firearm, used to identify who will recall your actions

Difference in agendas, but you'd rather not remember
Having conflicting intentions, but preferring not to dwell on past experiences

Believe it like them telling you that all of this inflation
Accepting it as truth, as if they were convincing you that the increase in prices and economic situation is beneficial

Is only gonna better you and all that you've been taking
Assuming that the rise in costs will improve your life and compensate for what you have lost

And you choose to believe in it in honor of your patience
Opting to have faith in it as a result of your enduring patience

And they got what they need from you, 'cause all it take is something to believe in
They have obtained what they desired from you because all they needed was something for you to have faith in

Uh, something to believe in
Something substantial to have faith in

Something to believe in
Something substantial to have faith in

Uh, something to believe in
Something substantial to have faith in

Uh, something to believe in
Something substantial to have faith in