1. Rap artist - See 8Ball
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1. Rap artist - See 8Ball
2. USA Hard rock/Heavy Metal band EightBall was born in 2017 in Cookeville, Tennessee. Fronted by founder and vocalist David Bush (ex-Lust along with Chuck Gee & Greg Burnette (Guitarists), Val Batts (Bass), Tayvieon Graham (Drums) make up the band Eightball. Released Eightball in 2017, Back to Rock 'n' Roll in 2019 and Love Struck in 2020.
3. For the sleaze band, see here - Eightball Voodoo
4. Hardcore band from Antwerp, Belgium. Also known as 'Eightball Antwerp Crew'.
Thorn
Eightball Lyrics
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The world fuckin' wit me tryin' to stop my ambition
And niggas talkin' 'bout me, I know they hopin' and wishing
That I'ma give it up or quit but I say fuck all these bitches
Niggas talk too much, lemme tell you this
If you ain't seen where I been you can't tell me shit
Spirits walking with me, I close my eyes and follow
I heard it all before, all the lies and excuses
Don't wanna see no more, stupid shit I throw deuces
Dog I'm out the door this so simple and plain
I keep it hardcore you gon' remember my name
They call me Fatboy, I'm such a pro at this thang
The whole key work hard get your doe at this thang
But people look at me judge before they see the man
Cash stones I'm losin' for they deal my hand, come on
Could you roll one up, toe beneath me
The devil got a player down on his knees
I don't know why niggas think they wanna be like me
You've gotta see what I see before you be like me
What you live for the truth but give nothing but pain
To anything evil for you soften your game
Words give life to the things that we think about
Life is hell we go to Heaven when we make it out
Yea, I'm like a thorn on a rosebush
Hard and prickly and discarded usually
Unseen, the world shittin' on my hopes and dreams
Hope and dream that I can open up my throat and sing
Bring poetry and fly when I spread my wings
And let the world see the beauty in these ugly things
Scarred, like a scab, brittle and hard
Being green and lame greens little reward
Slipping is a mistake and most they pay for it
Gruesomly hideouse, so you really can't ignore it
Yo, you see them pretty motherfuckas on the TV screen
Live and die for that fake shit on MTV
Turn the cameras off and watch your heroes transform
Runnin' away from what real life did for 'em
Under the glitter and the bling of them expensive things
That's where you find that truth and dog that'll set you free
The real shit is the shit that I would want for me
Not them fools tryin' to copy everything they see
This I will never be from me you'll never see
Before I do it I'll say fuck this whole industry
Could ya roll one up smoke with me please
The devil got a player down on his knees
I don't know why niggas think they wanna be like me
You gotta see what I see before you be like me
Would you live for the truth but give nothing but pain
To anything evil puttin' soft in your game
Words give life to the things that we think about
Life is hell we go to heaven when we make it out
Yea fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em
Yea fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em
Yea fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em
Fuck 'em, fuck 'em, yea fuck 'em, fuck 'em
In "Thorn," Eightball is tackling the issue of remaining true to oneself in the face of adversity. The first verse deals with the external pressures that can cause someone to question their own goals and dreams. The singer acknowledges the temptation to give up when the world seems to be working against them, but insists that they will not let it break them. In fact, the disdainful attitude the singer expresses towards those who doubt them seems to fuel their resolve.
In the second verse, Eightball turns his attention to the internal struggle of staying on the right path. The singer has heard all the excuses before, and they're not interested in being swayed by people who aren't on their level. Instead, they rely on the spirits that seem to walk with them and guide them towards their destiny. As the verse progresses, Eightball seems to delve into a more philosophical debate about the nature of good and evil, and how we as individuals choose to engage with both. Ultimately, he argues that it is our words and actions that give life to our thoughts, and that we must strive to do right in order to create meaning and purpose in our lives.
The final section of the song features a repeated refrain of "fuck 'em," which seems to serve as both a rallying cry and a release of pent-up frustration. Whether directed at external naysayers or internal demons, the singer is making it clear that they will not be held back by anyone or anything.
Overall, "Thorn" is a testament to the power of perseverance and self-belief in the face of adversity. Eightball's lyrics encourage listeners to stay true to their goals and values, even when it feels like the world is against them.
Line by Line Meaning
Temptation talking to me, I try my best not to listen
I am being tempted by negative thoughts, but I am trying to resist them.
The world fuckin' wit me tryin' to stop my ambition
The world is trying to hinder my success and prevent me from achieving my goals.
And niggas talkin' 'bout me, I know they hopin' and wishing
People are speaking negatively about me and hoping for my failure.
That I'ma give it up or quit but I say fuck all these bitches
Despite the negativity, I refuse to give up and will not let anyone bring me down.
Niggas talk too much, lemme tell you this
People talk too much and should not judge me without knowing my story.
If you ain't seen where I been you can't tell me shit
If you have not walked in my shoes, you cannot judge or criticize me.
Spirits walking with me, I close my eyes and follow
I am guided by my intuition and inner strength, and trust in my journey.
I heard it all before, all the lies and excuses
I am tired of hearing empty promises and fake explanations.
Don't wanna see no more, stupid shit I throw deuces
I am done with the nonsense and am moving on from the negativity.
Dog I'm out the door this so simple and plain
I am leaving the past behind and moving forward, it's as simple as that.
I keep it hardcore you gon' remember my name
I stay true to myself and my values, and will make a lasting impact.
They call me Fatboy, I'm such a pro at this thang
I am skilled and experienced in my craft, and have earned my nickname.
The whole key work hard get your doe at this thang
The key to success is hard work and dedication, and earning monetary rewards for it.
But people look at me judge before they see the man
People judge me based on appearances and stereotypes, without taking the time to truly know me.
Cash stones I'm losin' for they deal my hand, come on
I am losing financial opportunities due to circumstances beyond my control.
Could you roll one up, toe beneath me
Can you roll a joint and smoke with me?
The devil got a player down on his knees
I am facing temptation and negative influences.
I don't know why niggas think they wanna be like me
I do not understand why people would want to emulate my struggles and hardships.
You've gotta see what I see before you be like me
You must experience what I have experienced before you can understand and relate to me.
What you live for the truth but give nothing but pain
You claim to live a truthful life, but your actions only inflict harm and negativity.
To anything evil for you soften your game
You compromise your morals and values to appease negative forces in your life.
Words give life to the things that we think about
Our thoughts and beliefs shape our reality, and the words we speak cement them into existence.
Life is hell we go to Heaven when we make it out
Life is full of struggles and challenges, but we can find peace and happiness once we overcome them.
Yea, I'm like a thorn on a rosebush
I am perceived as rough and unapproachable, but I have beauty and value if you take the time to see it.
Hard and prickly and discarded usually
People often overlook me and discard me due to my outward appearance.
Unseen, the world shittin' on my hopes and dreams
My aspirations are ignored and dismissed, and I face constant obstacles on my path to success.
Hope and dream that I can open up my throat and sing
I hope to one day express myself freely and fully, without any inhibitions.
Bring poetry and fly when I spread my wings
I feel liberated and empowered when I express myself creatively and freely.
And let the world see the beauty in these ugly things
I hope to inspire others to see the beauty and value in things that are often overlooked or deemed as unimportant.
Scarred, like a scab, brittle and hard
I have been through hardships and struggles, and my experiences have left me with emotional scars and a tough exterior.
Being green and lame greens little reward
Being inexperienced and unremarkable yields little benefit or reward.
Slipping is a mistake and most they pay for it
Making a mistake can have consequences, and many people have to face the repercussions of their actions.
Gruesomly hideouse, so you really can't ignore it
The negative consequences of a mistake can be difficult to ignore and can have a significant impact on one's life.
Yo, you see them pretty motherfuckas on the TV screen
You see attractive and successful celebrities on television.
Live and die for that fake shit on MTV
Many people obsess over the fabricated and superficial images portrayed on MTV and other media platforms.
Turn the cameras off and watch your heroes transform
When the cameras are no longer rolling, the true nature of celebrities and idols is revealed.
Runnin' away from what real life did for 'em
Many celebrities and idols have become disconnected from reality and are running away from the struggles and hardships of real life.
Under the glitter and the bling of them expensive things
Behind the facade of wealth and luxury lies the reality of the struggles and hardships that many celebrities face.
That's where you find that truth and dog that'll set you free
The truth and freedom can be found by looking beyond material possessions and embracing the reality of life.
The real shit is the shit that I would want for me
I value authenticity and honesty, and strive to live my life in accordance with those values.
Not them fools tryin' to copy everything they see
I do not aspire to emulate those who imitate and copy others, without any originality or authenticity.
This I will never be from me you'll never see
I will never compromise my values or authenticity, and that is something that people will always see in me.
Before I do it I'll say fuck this whole industry
Before compromising my authenticity or values to fit into the industry, I would rather reject it entirely.
Yea fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em
I refuse to let negative influences bring me down, and will not give them any power over me.
Fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em
I will not allow anyone to compromise my values or authenticity, regardless of their opinions or criticisms.
Fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em, fuck 'em
I will stand up for myself and my beliefs, and will not let anyone bring me down or limit my potential.
Fuck 'em, fuck 'em, yea fuck 'em, fuck 'em
I refuse to let negativity or criticism hold me back, and will persevere regardless of the obstacles I face.
Contributed by Stella E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.