Intro
Fiend & Cookin Soul Lyrics

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The singer is starting off their message with an expression of surprise or acknowledgement.

The streets of my city be gritty
The streets in the singer's city are harsh and rough, reflecting the challenges faced by its residents.

Young niggaz pack plenty, and ain't never show no pity
Young people in the singer's community are often armed and prepared to defend themselves, and are not hesitant to use violence against others.

Many die on streets of concrete, blasted from the heat
The violence in the streets has led to many deaths, and the artist attributes this to the intense heat of the situation.

From under the seat, niggaz just tryin' to make ends meat
The artist is describing how people in their community carry weapons with them in order to protect themselves and their livelihoods.

Trying to eat, day to day livin' with no religion
People in the singer's community are struggling to meet their basic needs and are not connected to any religious or spiritual beliefs.

Luxury cars, and this money got my full attention
The singer is acknowledging that money and material possessions hold a lot of value and importance in their community.

School teachers and the preachers don't know what to teach us
The artist believes that the adults in their community, such as teachers and religious leaders, are not equipped to guide and educate the youth effectively.

They don't get a second look without them ghetto features
People from low-income areas, or ghettos, are often perceived negatively and judged based on their appearance.

Created so the non pigmentated rated
The artist is suggesting that society is structured to favor white people, who are often seen as superior or more valuable than non-white people.

Pornographic caught they children learn the words and say it
Children in the singer's community are being exposed to sexual content at a young age through various means, such as music lyrics.

Save the monsters, but don't nobody know the lord
People in society often focus on punishing those who have committed crimes, but fail to prioritize spiritual or religious values in their lives.

Status depends on the baddest shit you can afford
The singer is highlighting how social status is often determined by one's ability to purchase or consume expensive and flashy items.

And look at me I'm in the middle of the confusion
The singer is acknowledging that they are also a part of this chaotic and troubled society.

Crime in my blood and I need a transfusion
The singer feels trapped in a cycle of criminal behavior and recognizes the need for a major change to break this pattern.

Take it how you want to take it
The artist is acknowledging that their message may not be received or interpreted in the same way by everyone.

I gotta twist and break it
The artist feels a responsibility to challenge and disrupt the status quo.

Make it shine to distinguish from the ones who fake it
The singer wants to create something that stands out from the false or inauthentic messages being put out by others.

and if it comes out raw, and uncontrollable
The singer is acknowledging that their message may be raw and unrefined, but that is part of its authenticity and power.

Money's foldable, fuck a hip-hop quoteable
The artist is rejecting the idea that success in the music industry is only measured by making catchy, commercially appealing songs.

Nobody felt what I was feeling when I wrote this shit
The artist believes that their experiences and emotions are unique and difficult for others to fully understand or relate to.

Broke this shit, but that ain't new so I can cope with this
The artist has dealt with adversity and difficulty in the past, and feels equipped to continue to do so.

Hope it get better for those who don't get a chance
The singer expresses a desire for improvement and progress, especially for those who have been marginalized or denied opportunities.

To advance, and dig the shit I be saying
The artist hopes that others will connect with and appreciate their message, and use it as inspiration to make positive changes in their own lives and communities.

You know what might make what I say a little clearer
The singer suggests that listeners may better understand their message if they reflect on their own actions and beliefs, rather than just hearing the words.

If mothafuckers judge the one they see in the mirror
The singer is challenging listeners to look at themselves and their own shortcomings, rather than just criticizing others.