Gatekeeper
F.Y.I. Lyrics

I was told be careful what you speak life and death is on the tongue its on repeat
I received advice to be cautious about what I say because the power of words can bring either life or death, and this concept keeps repeating in my mind.

And some nights I can't sleep cause some do share their grievances with me
There are nights when I struggle to sleep because others confide in me and share their complaints and problems.

And I think it's to test my integrity and since that's the case I got to respect that
I believe these conversations are a way to examine my honesty and moral principles, and in light of that, I must show respect for their trust.

So I'm only going to speak on things that I have latched
Therefore, I will only discuss topics that I have deeply connected to and thoroughly understand.

On my heart like a snake with venom that's straight black
These subjects weigh heavily on my emotions, just like a harmful snake's venom that is potent and threatening.

Giving way to a base a castle under attack from a class system
These discussions expose the foundation of our society, which is under assault due to injustices caused by a biased social hierarchy.

Kicking down the door breaking in with force
It symbolizes forcefully entering and demolishing barriers and obstacles that limit progress and equality.

Trying to hold us back but you can't do it anymore
Those who seek to restrain us no longer have the power to impede our progress and success.

Monopolizing the core call it a sort of horde
They attempt to control the central aspects, resembling a horde that seizes dominance for their own benefit.

Chipping away at the roots so you can Remain the source
By undermining the foundations, they aim to stay as the dominant authority and retain their position of power.

So I see all that constantly pressing the rule of oppressions
Therefore, I become aware of these ongoing acts of enforcing oppressive rules and systems.

To feed off that when we reach contact
They thrive on this oppression when we encounter it in our interactions.

Pointing to saying not me it's he what a cowardly act
They cowardly deflect the blame onto someone else, refusing to take responsibility for their actions.

What I mean is that when the force is applied
What I'm trying to convey is that when confronted with significant pressure or resistance,

You decide to survive with a natural snap
One instinctively reacts to ensure their survival in such circumstances.

On't want to collapse so you move to enact
We avoid crumbling under the pressure, so we take active steps to navigate through the challenges.

Lil peace treaty to get you out of your trap
We form small agreements or compromises to help each other escape the confines and limitations imposed upon us.

Stop gatekeeping like theirs a policy to teach
Cease the act of exclusive control and judgment as if it were an official teaching or guideline.

Telling everybody how they should be
Putting an end to dictating to others how they should live their lives.

What you mean
What are you actually trying to convey?

Stop gatekeeping if you are not qualified to be
Abstain from exercising control over others if you lack the necessary qualifications or expertise.

There's a criteria you cant meet
You fail to meet the required standards or criteria for holding such authority.