Independent
F.C.F. Lyrics

They didn’t wanna see me like this
Others did not want to see me successful in my endeavors or in my current state

They didn’t wanna meet the new impression
Others did not want to become familiar with the new image or persona I have created for myself

They didn’t wanna see me doing well
Others did not want to see me prosper or succeed in my pursuits

They didn’t wanna see me this effective
Others did not want to see me making progress and being productive in my actions

They just wanna see me fail, yeah
Others desire for me to not succeed, but instead to experience failure in my endeavors

They didn’t wanna see the new perspective
Others did not want to accept a fresh point of view or outlook that I may have presented

A lot of things have changed but I’m still
Although there have been many alterations and transitions, I am still the same person at the core

I’m independent
I am not reliant on others for success or financial gain

I don’t know how else to help you get the message
I am unsure of how else to effectively communicate my thoughts and ideas

Own the masters to my songs not a percentage
I own the rights to my music and do not just receive a percentage of the profits

I got bands up in my bank that’s what I’m spending
I have a significant amount of money in my account, which I am using for various expenses

Fuck a deal it’s only me that’s gonna get it!
I do not need a contract or agreement with others in order to achieve success, I will do it on my own

I would bet on me ‘cause I’m a good investment
I have confidence in myself and believe that I am a wise investment choice

Silver on my wrist but I don’t come in second
Although I may have material items and flaunt them, I never settle for second best in my endeavors

If you told me when I was 14 I'd be right here under 21
If someone had told me when I was 14 that I would be where I am today before the age of 21, I would have been thrilled

I’d be ecstatic
I would be extremely happy and excited about the news

Rap and do what I want to do and I’m good too
I am successful in the rap industry by doing what I enjoy and am talented at

All the rap I’ve heard so far just this year
The rap music I have listened to thus far this year

It’s all tragic
It is all terrible or sad in my opinion

But it’s just helpin’ my net worth, my catalog
Even though I do not find the rap music I have heard this year to be good, it is beneficial for my financial and creative ventures

And my assets
It is also advantageous for my business and professional profile

I’m so glad I’m independent man
I am thrilled to be independent and not bound by contracts or agreements

So glad I’m on the offensive side
I am happy to be on the side that is making forward progress, rather than being passive or defensive

Of the fence now not pretendin’
I am no longer pretending to be someone I am not and am instead honest and true to myself

That I could work a little 9-5
My aspirations and desires extend beyond working a typical 9-5 job

With a boring life and a pension
Working a typical 9-5 job with little excitement, and simply aiming for a secure retirement account

If I had your life, I’d be mortified
If I were living your life, I would be embarrassed by it or find it unbearable

Take a 45 and just end it
I would rather end my life (possibly through suicide) than live the life that you have

I see a lotta people who be livin’ life and they actin’ like
I observe many people who are just going through the motions of life and pretending to be happy

They got more than that it's pathetic
It is sad and shameful that they are content with so little in life

So just in case, it’s the only one
In the event that this life is the only one we have to live

I’m a rock this shit and I'm a give a fuck how I spend it
I will pursue my goals and dreams with enthusiasm and will not waste time worrying about how I spend my time or resources

Music saved my life more than once
Music has been an essential source of help and support for me on multiple occasions

Back when nobody even gave a fuck
During a time when nobody showed me any concern or care

These bonus years on my table dawg
These extra years of life that are available to me

Ain’t no other way I can play it off
I have no other options or strategies for utilizing this time

I got clout at 19 that’s why I’m pretentious
I am perceived as being arrogant or self-important because of my influence and reputation at a young age

There ain’t “I” up in team, find out who your friends is
An individual's attitude of selfishness or self-importance does not belong in a team setting, and it is important to learn who your true friends are

I just had me a dream, then made that the present
I had a dream and made it a reality in the present moment

Only workin’ for me thought you learned your lesson
Others have learned that my efforts are solely focused on personal gains and not for others

Ain’t no question I’m half as fake
It is certain that I am not as fake or inauthentic as others may perceive me to be

And I’m still impressive
Despite any criticisms or doubts from others, I am still able to impress and achieve success

I fly girls in from different states
I bring women from different states to be with me

But I’m still domestic
Despite my extravagant or luxurious lifestyle, I still maintain a sense of home and familiarity

Said I ain’t shit in 2014
In the year 2014, some people believed that I was nothing or insignificant

I’m still offended
I am still hurt or upset by that negative perception from others

Talking shit from apartments
Others are talking negatively about me from their homes or living spaces

Where you might be my tenant
Those same individuals may actually be renting or leasing from me

Woah!
An exclamation of surprise or excitement

I booked a studio I gotta
I have reserved studio space and need to attend

Go!
An exclamation to encourage movement or action

Airbnbs when I’m out on the
I utilize Airbnb to rent accommodations when I travel or am away from home

Road!
An exclamation to emphasize a journey or trip

When I’m pullin’ up ain’t a shortage of
When I arrive, there is no lack of

Hoes!
A derogatory term referring to women, indicating that there are many available and interested in sexual activity

Dream of a life where I’m out doin’
I envision a life where I am actively pursuing my goals and desires

Shows!
An exclamation to emphasize events or performances

I’m just doin’ me & that’s just how it
I am simply being myself and living life on my own terms

Goes!
An exclamation to indicate acceptance or understanding

I’m fuckin’ sick homie grab me a
I am extremely pleased or excited, indicating that someone should give me a

Coat!
A joking request for someone to provide a coat or jacket for warmth

I’m fuckin’ lit homie I’m tryna
I am currently under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and I have a desire to

Blow!
To get high off of drugs

There ain’t a chance that I’ll be goin’
There is no possibility that I will be

Home!
I will not be leaving or going home anytime soon

I’m independent
Reiteration of the idea that I am not reliant on others for success or financial gain

I don’t know how else to help you get the message
Reiteration of not knowing how else to effectively communicate my thoughts and ideas

Own the masters to my songs not a percentage
Reiteration of owning the rights to my music and not just receiving a percentage of the profits

I got bands up in my bank that’s what I’m spending
Reiteration of having a significant amount of money in my account, which I am using for various expenses

Fuck a deal it’s only me that’s gonna get it!
Reiteration of not needing a contract or agreement with others in order to achieve success, and instead doing it on my own

I’m independent, independent, independent
Reiteration of the central theme of independence

I would bet on me ‘cause I’m a good investment
Reiteration of having confidence in myself and belief that I am a wise investment choice

Silver on my wrist but I don’t come in second
Reiteration of never settling for second best in my endeavors, despite possessing luxurious or material items