Slave
F.Y.L. Lyrics
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We ain't slaves no more
We ain't slaves no more
We ain't slaves no more
We ain't slaves no more, we don't get paid for the low
We get paid for the high, we get paid jus to slide through
We ain't slaves no more
We ain't slaves no more
We ain't slaves no more, but these chains for the look
But these chains for the shine, yea these chains for the grind
Ooohhhh
We ain't slaves no more
We ain't slaves no more
We ain't slaves, yea we flipped the page
Now we getting paid, so when you see us wearing chains
Ooohhhh
Yea they represent the pain
Uh yea that money made us change
But that dollar it don't mean a thang
If you never change
All you do is steady line up likcs, steady sendin flames
Ooohhhh
Ni**a that's on gang
Uh yellow tape that come with chains
Let's kikc bakc on that, let's stop blakc on Blakc
But if it get like that go head and get right bakc
Ooohhhh
But yo freedom it's at stake
Uh but ni**a we ain't slaves
We ain't slaves no more, we don't get paid for the low
We get paid for the high, we get paid jus to slide through
We ain't slaves no more
We ain't slaves no more
We ain't slaves no more, but these chains for the look
But these chains for the shine, yea these chains for the grind
Ooohhhh
We ain't slaves no more
We ain't slaves no more
We ain't slaves no more
Ain't no slaves no more, ran them thangs till his waves don't grow
Fun and games till ya brains get blown
Summer time graves get dug
Runnin routes strays get plukc'd up
Frontin get you f*kc'd up
Hit wit slugs ni**a sukc it up, ashes to ashes dust to dust
Ashey elbows and Knukcles, stash the bells off in duffles
It's Blakc rebellion and struggle, the masters past us with hustles
You pay yo ties, still end up getting chipped like ruffles
I'm militant I'm thuggin, we Hella close, we huggin
I'm barely knowing they bogus, melatonin ain't helping
I'm movin in wit Melvin, I'm Mutha'F*kc'n like Melvin
This sukca dukc'n, I'm catchin bodies, I'm bellin like Elgin
Ain't no slave but ima Mutha'F*kc'n Felon
We ain't slaves no more, we don't get paid for the low
We get paid for the high, we get paid jus to slide through
We ain't slaves no more
We ain't slaves no more
We ain't slaves no more, but these chains for the look
But these chains for the shine, yea these chains for the grind
Ooohhh
We ain't slaves no more
We ain't slaves no more
We ain't slaves no more
The song "Slave" by F.Y.L. speaks to the current state of Black Americans in contemporary society. The title of the song uses the term 'slave' as a metaphor for the mental and emotional bondage that Black Americans have been subjected to for generations. The lyrics reflect how despite being 'free,' Black Americans are still confined to low-paying jobs and are often forced to work in conditions with little upward mobility. The chorus repeats the phrase, "We ain't slaves no more," emphasizing that even though slavery has been officially abolished, there is still work to be done towards achieving true equality.
F.Y.L. then goes on to mention the idea that the chains that Black Americans still wear today are not literal shackles but are rather chains for the look and the shine. The chains represent symbols of status and wealth rather than tools of oppression. While they still represent the overall pain experienced by Black Americans, F.Y.L. highlights the extent to which they have managed to create a new narrative around their Blackness. While they may have been subjugated and oppressed throughout history, they have found ways to reclaim their identity and use it as a source of empowerment.
Overall, "Slave" communicates a message of Black pride and liberation, emphasizing the power and resilience of the Black American community. Even though they have historically been subjected to various forms of oppression, F.Y.L. showcases the ways in which they continue to persevere and overcome these challenges through their unity, strength, and self-determination.
Line by Line Meaning
We ain't slaves no more
We are no longer under bondage or servitude
We ain't slaves no more, we don't get paid for the low
We get paid for the high, we get paid jus to slide through
We no longer work for low wages, we work for a better pay and live comfortably doing less work
We ain't slaves no more, but these chains for the look
But these chains for the shine, yea these chains for the grind
Although we are not slaves, we still wear chains for the sake of fashion, to demonstrate our status symbol and to show that we have worked hard to achieve it
Yea they represent the pain
Uh yea that money made us change
But that dollar it don't mean a thang
If you never change
All you do is steady line up likcs, steady sendin flames
The chains represent the pain we have endured, and the money we earn has changed us. However, money means nothing if you do not change your way of life and find better ways to earn it.
Let's kikc bakc on that, let's stop blakc on Blakc
But if it get like that go head and get right bakc
We should stop fighting against each other and start supporting one another. However, if things escalate and it becomes necessary to fight, we will defend ourselves.
Ain't no slaves no more, ran them thangs till his waves don't grow
Fun and games till ya brains get blown
Summer time graves get dug
We are not slaves anymore, but we will fight until we die. The enjoyment and happiness will end when you lose your life in the fight.
Runnin routes strays get plukc'd up
Frontin get you f*kc'd up
Hit wit slugs ni**a sukc it up, ashes to ashes dust to dust
Running a particular path can lead to you meeting unexpected trouble. Pretending to be someone you're not can also get you in trouble. When you are hit, you just have to work through the pain and accept that everyone will die someday.
I'm barely knowing they bogus, melatonin ain't helping
I'm movin in wit Melvin, I'm Mutha'F*kc'n like Melvin
This sukca dukc'n, I'm catchin bodies, I'm bellin like Elgin
Ain't no slave but ima Mutha'F*kc'n Felon
I barely know the people around me, and melatonin cannot help me. I am adapting to a new lifestyle and becoming tough like Melvin. I am fighting those who oppose me and kill those who get in my way. Even though I am not a slave, I am a dangerous, criminal felon.
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Written by: Deandre DuPois, Mychal Hatch
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