F.S.M. whose real name is Faisal is a an 18 years old student from Bethesda… Read Full Bio ↴F.S.M. whose real name is Faisal is a an 18 years old student from Bethesda, Maryland in the United States. Faisal was born in Baghdad, Iraq and lived all of his life there and due to the dangerous environment that was created after the 2003 war, he moved to the United States and attended high school. Because of his love for guitar and rock music, he decided to take two years of guitar classes offered at the school and that was the first time he discovered that he has a good ear for music and that he can make music in his head and play it with his guitar. Of course these two years are not enough to create a professional, but Faisal spends a lot of time learning on his own and using the Internet for free lessons.

Reset
F.S.M. Lyrics

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Raid
Raid the whole room, clean the area
Have a last meal before I bury ya'
You paid to lose like the Feria
I made a truce with my hysteria
But it's a beautiful day, yeah
My feelings are mixed like Zendaya
Work on my dreams so I stay up

You settle down for a Layup
Apenas me den money yo te pago por los dos
Beef to the side like: Yo quiero mas arroz
Since George died, I've reawakened now mi voz
Hope is alive; si tu quieres vamonos
Si tu quieres vamonos?
I'm tired of IDKs (I don't knows)
Je suis off les week-ends et je party comme un boss
Je n'ai pas besoin d'une pause si estas lista, lista?
Triple-doubles-now en mi Insta, Insta
Young love
Why you always trying to find my old flaws?
I don't want to lose you so I
Back-up, back-up, back-up, back-up
If you can't mosh, you need to back-up (Get the f*ck out)
Straight from the block like Ibaka (Like Ibaka)
If you can't lead, you need to back-up
I'm a king, they gon' write history around my reign
They gon' try to take my blood, but go in vein
They gon' try to erase and put me in chains
Hold up
Mad cause you are living on my ancestors' dollar
You tan in the summer, but afraid of my color
Put me in a museum, but the paycheck smaller
We are no longer silent that's why Black Lives Matter
Run up, run up
Mothaf*cker you're whole fucking life is my come up
Your mind is frozen in time like coma
This only your denial period (Comma)
You never know the pain till' you walk the lane
So don't go around acting like you want the same change
When you shoot my brother with a f*cking bogus claim
You are part of the problem, all lives ain't the same
Young love
Why you always trying to find my old flaws?
I don't want to lose you so I
Back-up, back-up, back-up, back-up
If you can't mosh, you need to back-up (Get the f*ck out)
Straight from the block like Ibaka (Like Ibaka)
If you can't lead, you need to back-up
Why the world is burning on me?
I feel so lost, can't find a way
It's our time, are you ready? Are you ready?
RESET!
Bring it Back
With a little bit of love, we can make a lot of changes
With a little bit of love, we can make a lot of changes
With a little bit of love, we can make a lot of changes
With a little bit of love, we can make a lot of changes
With a little bit of love, we can make a lot of changes
With a little bit of love, we can make a lot of changes
With a little bit of love, we can make a lot of changes
With a little bit of love, we can make a lot of changes
Hey
Yeah
Feel the power! Feel the power!
Ay, ay
Something else is coming so save your mask
The truth is exposing your ugly past
Selected stories we learn in class
Rejecting homies out of the mass

We're taking over so pack up, pack up
Fuck out of my face, you need to back up

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to F.S.M.'s song "Reset" touch on various themes of personal growth, social change, and empowerment. The song starts with a sense of cleansing and starting anew, as the artist metaphorically raids the room, cleaning and clearing the space. The line "Have a last meal before I bury ya'" suggests leaving behind negative influences or past struggles and moving forward.

The lyrics also touch upon the concept of paying a price for failure, comparing it to losing money in a gambling game. The artist then mentions making peace with their inner turmoil or hysteria, symbolizing a breakthrough in personal growth and finding balance in their emotions. The reference to Zendaya adds a layer of emotional complexity, suggesting that their feelings are both mixed and beautiful.

The next section of the lyrics discusses ambition and dedication to one's dreams. The artist contrasts their own commitment to staying up and working on their aspirations with the idea of settling for an easy "layup" or a less challenging path. The mention of paying for both parties in a relationship emphasizes their dedication to supporting their partner.

The lyrics shift in focus to social issues, particularly the impact of George Floyd's death and the awakening of marginalized voices. The artist expresses hope for change and unity, asking if the listener wants to join in the fight for progress. The mention of being tired of "IDKs" may suggest frustration with ignorance or indifference.

The following part of the song addresses racial injustice and calls out hypocrisy. The artist challenges the person who benefits from the privileges of their ancestors' actions but still fears or discriminates against people of color. They highlight the disparity in payment between different racial groups and assert the importance of speaking out against systemic racism with the phrase "Black Lives Matter."

The artist then attacks those who try to take advantage of them, asserting their power and dominance. They declare their refusal to accept falsehoods or be caught in denial, using the metaphor of a coma to describe close-mindedness or stagnation. The line about walking the lane refers to experiencing and understanding the pain of discrimination, emphasizing the importance of empathy and genuine desire for change.

The chorus of the song addresses personal relationships and the fear of losing someone due to past flaws. The artist expresses a desire to protect the relationship and asks for support in the form of backing up each other.

The outro of the song reflects the urgency for change and the need to confront uncomfortable truths. The lyrics challenge the listener to confront their own biases and prejudices and to back up or step aside if they cannot actively contribute to progress. The repetition of "bring it back" suggests a call to revert to a place of love, understanding, and unity to make meaningful changes.

Overall, the lyrics to "Reset" convey a strong message of personal growth, social consciousness, and the importance of genuine empathy and solidarity in the face of injustice. The artist calls for taking action, challenging the status quo, and embracing the power to make positive changes.

Line by Line Meaning

Raid the whole room, clean the area
I intend to thoroughly search and tidy up the entire space

Have a last meal before I bury ya'
Before completely defeating you, I will indulge in a final celebration

You paid to lose like the Feria
You willingly accepted defeat and wasted your money just like others before you

I made a truce with my hysteria
I have reconciled with my inner turmoil and achieved a state of calm

But it's a beautiful day, yeah
Despite everything, today is a day filled with beauty and positivity

My feelings are mixed like Zendaya
My emotions are complicated and varied, much like the actress Zendaya

Work on my dreams so I stay up
I put in effort towards pursuing my aspirations, allowing me to stay awake and motivated

You settle down for a Layup
You choose an easy and unambitious path, like shooting a layup in basketball

Apenas me den money yo te pago por los dos
If they give me money, I will pay for both of us

Beef to the side like: Yo quiero mas arroz
Put aside any conflicts, like saying 'I want more rice' in a peaceful manner

Since George died, I've reawakened now mi voz
After the death of George (presumably George Floyd), my voice and activism have been revitalized

Hope is alive; si tu quieres vamonos
There is still hope; if you want, let's go forward together

Si tu quieres vamonos?
If you want, shall we go?

I'm tired of IDKs (I don't knows)
I'm tired of uncertainties and lack of knowledge

Je suis off les week-ends et je party comme un boss
I am off on weekends and I party like a boss

Je n'ai pas besoin d'une pause si estas lista, lista?
I don't need a break if you're ready, ready?

Triple-doubles-now en mi Insta, Insta
Showing off triple doubles now on my Instagram

Why you always trying to find my old flaws?
Why do you constantly seek out my past mistakes?

I don't want to lose you so I
I don't want to let go of our relationship, so I

Back-up, back-up, back-up, back-up
Create distance and take precautions

If you can't mosh, you need to back-up (Get the f*ck out)
If you're unable to participate fully, you should leave the intense situation

Straight from the block like Ibaka (Like Ibaka)
Directly from the neighborhood, just like Ibaka (referencing Serge Ibaka, a professional basketball player)

If you can't lead, you need to back-up
If you're incapable of leading, you should step back and support from behind

I'm a king, they gon' write history around my reign
I possess the qualities of a ruler, and people will document significant events during my time in power

They gon' try to take my blood, but go in vein
People will attempt to harm me, but their efforts will be fruitless

They gon' try to erase and put me in chains
They will make attempts to eliminate me and subject me to oppression

Mad cause you are living on my ancestors' dollar
You are furious because you benefit from the financial legacy left by my ancestors

You tan in the summer, but afraid of my color
You enjoy getting a tan during summer but are afraid of embracing my racial identity

Put me in a museum, but the paycheck smaller
They may place my history and culture in a museum, but the compensation for it is inadequate

We are no longer silent that's why Black Lives Matter
We refuse to remain quiet, which is why the movement 'Black Lives Matter' exists

Run up, run up
Come quickly, approach with urgency

Mothaf*cker you're whole fucking life is my come up
Your entire life is an opportunity for me to rise and succeed

Your mind is frozen in time like coma
Your thinking remains stagnated like a mental state of unconsciousness

This only your denial period (Comma)
This phase that you're experiencing is just a refusal to accept the truth

You never know the pain till' you walk the lane
You can't truly understand the pain until you experience it firsthand

So don't go around acting like you want the same change
Therefore, don't pretend to desire the same transformation

When you shoot my brother with a f*cking bogus claim
When you unjustly accuse and harm my sibling with false allegations

You are part of the problem, all lives ain't the same
You contribute to the issue, acknowledging that all lives are not treated equally

With a little bit of love, we can make a lot of changes
Through even a small amount of love, we have the capacity to create significant transformations

Hey
Expression used to capture attention

Feel the power! Feel the power!
Experience the strength and influence

Ay, ay
General exclamation of excitement or affirmation

Something else is coming so save your mask
Prepare for something new and significant, so hold onto your defense mechanisms

The truth is exposing your ugly past
The truth is uncovering and revealing your unpleasant history

Selected stories we learn in class
The stories we are taught in an educational setting are carefully chosen and curated

Rejecting homies out of the mass
Turning away from friends and acquaintances within the larger group

We're taking over so pack up, pack up
We are assuming control, so gather your things and leave

Fuck out of my face, you need to back up
Get out of my sight, you should move away from me

Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Emilio Zaga Mendez, Sharleman Haque

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