The Game
F.Lawless (FL) of The Foodchain Lyrics

Yeah, after Dah Shinin, it all became clear to me
The singer gained clarity after experiencing Dah Shinin

I knew things would be different son
The singer was aware that times would change

I knew it'd come time for a change
The singer anticipated a need for change

Seems like the time is now
The artist believes change is necessary in the present moment

Greetings to my soldiers and soldierettes
The artist greets their supporters

Jewel on the world, make the earth sink
The singer aims to impart knowledge that will make a significant impact

On the brink of divinity, defying gravity
The singer feels they are on the verge of achieving something great

Reachin' for infinity
The artist is aiming for limitless possibilities

Can he be incarcerated by the limits
The artist questions whether they are limited in what they can achieve

Stuck, they can't function
The artist feels trapped and unable to perform

Caught up in the scrimage
The singer is entangled in a difficult situation

This game called life only lasts minutes
The artist believes life is short

Once you in it, be in it to win it to the finish
The singer urges listeners to commit fully to life and strive for excellence

As the sun heats, I put my feet to the concrete
The singer takes action in their life

Hard to sleep so I take it to the streets
The singer goes out and tries to work through their problems

Hold my head up, try to keep it movin'
The artist perseveres despite difficulties

Fed up with losin'
The artist is frustrated with losing in life

I need some air
The singer needs a break from their situation

I think I take a cruise with you
The singer plans to take a break with a companion

I'm using, what little know how I possess
The artist is using their limited knowledge and skills to improve their situation

To keep our familia down to rest
The artist aims to provide for their family

Now I stress defensive tactics
The artist is worried and takes precautions

'Cause police seem active
The singer is uneasy about the police

Got me in the crib sleepin' with heat under the mattress
The artist is scared and takes measures to protect themselves at home

In case of home intrusion:
The singer prepares for a possible break-in

First the dogs go 'bark'
The singer has dogs that alert them to intruders

Then about five sparks bringin' light to the dark
The singer will respond with gunfire if necessary

Like ? does his movement when he's dealin' with math
The artist implies that their response will be calculated and precise

Or the boss tell his workers where he's keepin' the stash
The artist compares their response to how a boss would instruct their employees to protect their assets

When that gun blast, better have Jah on your side
The singer believes divine intervention is necessary during violent incidents

Or an act of devine intervention from the most high
The singer repeats their belief in divine intervention

I know guys that get a thrill from the kill
The artist knows people who enjoy committing violent acts

And other niggaz, who hold the greed to sling ?frills?
The artist knows people who commit crimes for material gain

Demon's tryin' to take my soul away
The artist feels threatened by evil forces

But they won't get my soul today
The singer is determined to persevere against threats to their soul

Will I get locked up or blown away?
The artist is worried about their fate

Just stayin' strong is a price to pay
The singer acknowledges the difficulty of remaining strong and resilient

Damn I haven't worked since I was 'bout 17
The singer has struggled to find employment

They had time busy hangin' out being a drama fiend
Others around the singer engaged in drama and wasted time

I had to run the streets, see what the night brought out
The artist had to engage in risky behavior to survive financially

Sneak in the crib
The artist had to sneak into their residence

Hear my moms prayin' to God that I sprout
The singer's mother is praying for their son's success

Take all responsibilities like a man would do
The singer takes on responsibilities to act like a mature adult

'Cause she know that the streets can bring the worst out of you
The artist's mother is aware of the dangers of living on the streets

She told me concentrate on school but what I do about loot?
The artist has difficulty prioritizing earning money or attending school

I want to push the fat ride, have bitches sweatin' me too
The artist desires material wealth and attention from women

But you know you need dough so you can do the do
The singer acknowledges that money is necessary to achieve their desires

And going to class everyday don't bring in no loot
The artist implies that attending school is not a guaranteed way to earn money

Plus I just been told that I was cold by club bouncers
The singer has been insulted by others

Standing there hot headed ?bout to set it while they denounce us
The singer is ready to fight back against those who insult them

Crab niggaz still beggin? for CD?s
The singer is frustrated with people who ask for handouts

While brothaz? careers is stuck on halt and freeze
The artist believes their peers are not advancing in life

About to face extinction ?pockets dead is thinkin??
The artist is in financial distress

Something ain't peace and suicide?s part of my thinkin?
The singer is struggling with mental health issues

Even God don't hear my prayer or him just not care
The singer feels neglected by a higher power

Got a son in this world, stressed out losin' my hair
The artist is stressed and worried about their child's future

It?s time to take the struggle to the pavement
The artist is ready to take action

Let the people know the mayor sent the OK for enslavement
The artist believes their government is oppressive

Orders from the government
The singer believes the government is responsible for their struggles

Official stubborn men with egos runnin' shit
The artist is critical of those in power

They put the hit out on whoever try to get out
The singer feels those in power are willing to harm anyone who challenges them

And they are the directors who are dead and ?
The singer implies that those in power are disconnected and unaware of the struggles of ordinary people

Even down south in Atlanta
The singer implies that their struggles are not limited to their location

Police play the pawn for their master
The artist feels that the police are acting in the interest of those in power

It?s a disaster, practicing who can kill us faster
The artist is alarmed at the violence and danger they face

For less than nothin' like they did Bobby Huton
The singer references a historical injustice to highlight ongoing problems

Corruption got me clutchin' my rifle for gun bustin'
The singer feels that they need to protect themselves with firearms

Somethin?s cookin?
The artist feels great change is imminent

Look at the way some faces be lookin?
The artist recognizes the fear and uncertainty in others

Cross the bank rock on to Brooklyn, Texas
The artist references a wide range of locations affected by the struggles they describe

Even in Houston P?s be shootin' us like sitting ducks in groups
The singer feels that they are being targeted by the police

And I can't trust who or what
The artist does not trust anyone or anything

That will explain the way I watch you, plus,
The singer is cautious around others

I know the chosen are few
The singer believes that only a select few can overcome these struggles

Many come around to proclaim things they know not
The singer feels that many talk without understanding

Let alone maintain
The artist implies that few can maintain their position and beliefs

Shame, some of my worst enemies
The artist is frustrated that some of their enemies are close to them

Live right around me and look just like me
The singer's enemies are similar to them

I see that its time to intensify the movements in front of my eyes
The singer feels that it is time to take more action

can't rely on a seeing dog they got me
The artist implies that they cannot rely on others for help

Or lay and wait for the devil to surprise me, nah G
The artist will not let the devil catch them off guard

It only takes a line to make the mind think
The artist believes that one statement can have a profound impact

Drop a jewel on the world make the earth sink
The singer imparts important knowledge

Plenty be incarcerated by the limits
Many are held back by their own limitations

This game called life only lasts minutes
The singer repeats that life is short

Once you in it, be in it to win it ?till the finish
The singer repeats their message to commit to life fully and strive for excellence