Awake
Flow Lyrics


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Put some time into the flow
I came a long way
Otto Rocket Wit The Dreads
I'm in my own lane
Crushing up
Collard Greens
On a Long Plane
Told my cousins
Ima get us out one day
I'm the type to turn
My dreams into reality
I'm the type to see success
In a tragedy
This tree is growing
Got them other branches
Mad at me
I'm praying for em
Cause they really mad at me
And they Watching me
But they ain't getting shit done
I wanna be a father
I wanna a little son
So I could raise em
Friends treat me like a raisin
Yeah they really suck me dry
Man I'm runnin' out of patience

They need to carry they weight
Or get loss
I got the ball in my hand
I'm calling iso
My heart ain't warm no more
That shit is ice cold
Can't weather storms no more
I need the right coat
Just add a g
Remove the c
Im the right Goat

Fighting
Gotta keep fighting
Fight like Mike Tyson

You gotta
Speak this shit into existence

Otto
Otto
Otto

My flow is straight dope
That shit create hope
I'm at the top
Bet these ninjas
Use me as a rope

And my dreams became nightmares
Fighting with some demons
And they don't fight fair

I know I'm type weird
Cause you don't understand me
That's not quite fair
My Mom's bought
Gifts for Christmas
Not no white beard
They tryna erase history

I'm tryna rewrite history
I'm talking back in elementary

I was a rebel
Fought demons wit a shovel
My foot up on the pedal
This shit another level
I'm dancing wit the devil
In debt
So I can't settle

Ima die on my feet
Never knees in the dirt
And when shit got real
Man that pain felt worse
And thou shall never kill
But I can't miss a meal
And my shawdy got needs
And I really wanna seed

Create My Own
That's All I need




Never RIP
Just MVP

Overall Meaning

In the song "Awake" by Flow, the lyrics express the artist's determination and resilience in pursuing his dreams and breaking free from his current circumstances. Flow reflects on his journey and how far he has come, emphasizing his individuality and unique path. The lyrics highlight his drive to turn his dreams into reality, even in the face of adversity. He acknowledges that his success might cause envy in others, but he remains focused on his growth and prays for those who harbor negative feelings towards him.


Flow also discusses his desire to become a father and the frustration he feels towards friends who drain him emotionally. He empowers himself by declaring that others need to contribute and carry their own weight or face being left behind. The artist refers to himself as the "right Goat," indicating his belief in his own ability to excel. He compares his determination to fight to that of Mike Tyson, emphasizing the importance of persistence in achieving his goals.


The lyrics also touch on themes of self-expression and the artist's struggle to be understood by others. Flow recognizes that he may be viewed as eccentric or unusual, but he rejects the notion that he should conform to societal expectations. He mentions his mother buying gifts for Christmas and dismisses the idea of a traditional Santa Claus figure, symbolizing his desire to challenge and rewrite established norms. Flow asserts his rebellious nature and his determination to rewrite his personal history, starting from his early years in elementary school.


In summary, "Awake" by Flow captures the artist's determination, resistance against conformity, and his pursuit of personal growth and success despite the challenges he faces.


Line by Line Meaning

Put some time into the flow
I have dedicated a significant amount of effort and focus on perfecting my musical style.


I came a long way
I have made significant progress and overcome many obstacles to reach my current position.


Otto Rocket Wit The Dreads
I have a unique appearance and style, resembling Otto Rocket from the TV show 'Rocket Power' with my dreadlocks.


I'm in my own lane
I am independent and pursue my own path without conforming to societal expectations.


Crushing up Collard Greens on a Long Plane
I am making progress and achieving success even in difficult circumstances, symbolized by crushing collard greens, a metaphor for obstacles, while on a long journey.


Told my cousins Ima get us out one day
I have promised my cousins that I will secure a better future for all of us.


I'm the type to turn My dreams into reality
I possess the determination and drive to transform my aspirations into tangible achievements.


I'm the type to see success In a tragedy
I have the ability to find opportunities and growth even in difficult or unfortunate situations.


This tree is growing Got them other branches Mad at me
As I progress and achieve success, others who are also pursuing their goals become envious and resentful of my accomplishments.


I'm praying for em Cause they really mad at me
I sincerely hope for the well-being of those who harbor negativity and resentment towards me.


And they Watching me But they ain't getting shit done
While others may closely observe and monitor my actions, they fail to accomplish anything meaningful themselves.


I wanna be a father I wanna a little son
I desire to experience the joys and responsibilities of parenthood, specifically having a son.


So I could raise em Friends treat me like a raisin
I want to nurture and guide my future child, as opposed to how some of my friends neglect and deplete my energy, likening their behavior to sucking me dry like a raisin.


Yeah they really suck me dry Man I'm runnin' out of patience
The behavior of my friends, consistently draining my energy and patience, is becoming increasingly intolerable.


They need to carry they weight Or get loss
The people around me must bear their own responsibilities and contribute equally, or else distance themselves from me.


I got the ball in my hand I'm calling iso
I am taking control of my own destiny and making solitary decisions without relying on others, just like calling an isolation play in basketball.


My heart ain't warm no more That shit is ice cold
I have become emotionally distant and hardened due to past experiences, resulting in a cold and unfeeling demeanor.


Can't weather storms no more I need the right coat
I am no longer equipped to handle difficult challenges and require the appropriate support or protection to navigate through them.


Just add a g Remove the c Im the right Goat
By adding a 'g' to 'coat' and removing the 'c,' I establish myself as the greatest of all time (GOAT) and emphasize my superiority.


Fighting Gotta keep fighting Fight like Mike Tyson
The importance of persevering and continuously struggling, drawing inspiration from boxing legend Mike Tyson.


You gotta Speak this shit into existence
Manifesting one's desires and goals by vocalizing and affirming them.


My flow is straight dope That shit create hope
My music and lyrical style are exceptional and inspiring, capable of instilling hope in others.


I'm at the top Bet these ninjas Use me as a rope
Having achieved success, I am confident that others will attempt to exploit my influence for their own gain.


And my dreams became nightmares Fighting with some demons And they don't fight fair
My aspirations and ambitions have turned into overwhelming and distressing experiences, as I struggle against personal demons that are ruthless and unfair.


I know I'm type weird Cause you don't understand me That's not quite fair
I acknowledge that others find me unconventional or peculiar since they struggle to comprehend my uniqueness, but it is unjust to judge based on that lack of understanding.


My Mom's bought Gifts for Christmas Not no white beard
My mother provided presents during Christmas, disproving the presence of the traditional white-bearded Santa Claus figure.


They tryna erase history
There are efforts aimed at erasing or distorting important historical events.


I'm tryna rewrite history I'm talking back in elementary
I aspire to rewrite and change the course of history, even as far back as my elementary school days.


I was a rebel Fought demons wit a shovel
During my youth, I displayed a rebellious attitude and confronted inner struggles with great determination and resilience, symbolized by fighting demons using a shovel.


My foot up on the pedal This shit another level
I am fully committed and driven to succeed, pushing myself to the next level of excellence.


I'm dancing wit the devil In debt So I can't settle
I am engaging in risky or dangerous behaviors, like dancing with the devil, as I am burdened by financial obligations and cannot afford to compromise or settle for less.


Ima die on my feet Never knees in the dirt
I prefer to endure challenges and hardships while standing tall, rather than succumbing to defeat and hopelessness.


And when shit got real Man that pain felt worse
When faced with intense and difficult situations, the resulting pain and hardships become even more unbearable.


And thou shall never kill But I can't miss a meal
While I adhere to the moral principle of not causing harm to others, I cannot afford to miss a meal or go hungry due to financial difficulties.


And my shawdy got needs And I really wanna seed
My significant other has various needs and desires, and I am eager to start a family and have children.


Create My Own That's All I need Never RIP Just MVP
I am determined to establish my own path and identity, as it is the most essential requirement for me. Instead of resting in peace, I aim to become the Most Valuable Player (MVP) in my chosen field.




Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Shaquille Lewis

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Comments from YouTube:

babysugars

if this was an anime i really would watch it regardless of the story line because it's FLOW <3

Jose Alvarez

If an anime has good music is a good anime xD

Jhoel Retana

Flow es demasiado genial!!!

Brian Mongelos

los amo FLOW son unos grosos espero qe vengan otra vez a la ARGENTINA XD

内気な撃剣士レオン

特典映像とかでも構わないからアニメ化して欲しいなって真面目に思う!そのぐらいストーリーとかも気になるんだ!

MVZ Guadalupe Lozano

Genial me encanto

りりた

この曲ほんと一番すき!あーでもFLOWはどれもこれも好きで選べない。FLOWが一番好き!

光鈴木

テンション上がるわぁ
flow最高

ぱぴこ

アニメ化して欲しい絶対面白い

mixture box

やっぱ・・・FLOWの曲を・・・最高やな!

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