I Don't Wanna...
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Please help me on the journey, please
When I die, I wanna die like Princess Di
Blastin' Ready to Die, late night pushin' a five
Hit the Westside high, doing ninety five
Let the will go, like fuck it, closin' my eyes
Catch a bullet wit my back turned, God forbidden
To be the next rapper to die, what if it was me?
'cause see ya now face flashin' on the MTV
Front page in the paper, front of the source
Jealous niggas laughin', pain and feel no remorse
Every mornin' kissin' my moms, readin' from psalms
Other rappers showin' love, dedicatin' me songs
When I'm gone, thugs'll analyze the last day's verse
Hear the pain and the flow of my life is cursed
Wakin' up wit the smell of death, shakin' in cold sweats
Nightmares every night, breathin' of short breath
Wit gun to my head, won't be makin' me more stressed
The second chance of life, got me feelin' I'm Lord blessed
I'm God sent, here to talk to the children
Teach them not to blast, they gats wit no feeling
Teach them not to stash they cracks by the building
Teach them 'bout the game of life, it's thug livin', we all die
I don't wanna die
God, I'm callin', yes I'm callin' for you
I don't wanna die
Please help me on the journey, please
What up be-Wiz? It's been quite some time
I ain't see you in a while since you left in '89
And I still got the demos before we got signed
Every rhyme I write you be in the back of my mind
Yo Big L, congratulations dog, your shit went gold
Always knew you was a nice nigga, destined to blow
Seen you uptown, burnin' niggas, testin' ya flow
Had to catch a plane, I gave you a pound, hand it over
Freaky Tah, what up my nigga? Damn you still look fly
You in heaven and you still gettin' high, pass the lye
Shit yo Eazy, what up dog? I know we never met
Used to bang niggaz with attitude, cleanin' the tech
Respect ya gangsta since the video you rhymed in the jail
Then you popped up on the stage, that shit was hard as hell
My nigga Pun, what up son? I ain't forget you kid
I'm still rewindin' and succedin' on the joint that we did
Nigga hood, damn the world, only got one verse
What up Banky? Who thought you would of made it here first
Big and Pac rollin' dice like they never had beef
Big Stretch, side bettin', standin' next to Trouble T
Though I never met Kadafi, what up God? Peace
By the way, you heard the record that I did wit your peeps?
It's love, Buffy the Beatbox, Moore Spurgs, Scott Larock
Dyin' 4 rap, for love of hip-hop, we all die
I don't wanna die
God, I'm callin', yes I'm callin' for you
I don't wanna die
Please help me on the journey, please
I don't wanna die
God, I'm callin', yes I'm callin' for you
I don't wanna die
Please help me on the journey, please
I don't wanna die
God, I'm callin', yes I'm callin' for you
Please help me on the journey, please
Then years are dying, gotta keep your eying
Streets don't be lying, keep families crying
I don't wanna die, no, no yeah yeah, yeah yeah yeah yeah, yeah
I don't wanna die, I don't wanna, wanna die
The song "I Don't Wanna" by Fredro Starr is a heartfelt tribute to fallen rappers and a plea to God to avoid a similar fate. The lyrics are a poignant reminder that life can be fleeting, and the dangers of a career in music. Starr describes the fear he feels of becoming just another rapper lost to violence or prison. He speaks candidly about the effects of his surroundings and the power of fear, making it clear that he is seeking spiritual guidance to navigate the challenges ahead.
The reference to Princess Diana in the opening lyrics is significant because she too lost her life in tragic circumstances. Starr wants to emulate her in a symbolic way, as he acknowledges the sacrifices she made for the greater good. The line "let the will go, like fuck it, closing my eyes" speaks to his acceptance of a certain fate, a willingness to surrender control and trust in God's plan. The song highlights the importance of using one's platform to educate the youth, encouraging them to avoid the pitfalls of thug life and embrace positive choices.
Line by Line Meaning
God, I'm callin', yes I'm callin' for you
Asking God for guidance and support on life's journey
When I die, I wanna die like Princess Di
Blastin' Ready to Die, late night pushin' a five
Hit the Westside high, doing ninety five
Let the will go, like fuck it, closin' my eyes
Describing a desire to die in a thrilling and exhilarating way rather than wasting away
Tired of living, have my niggas die in the prison
Catch a bullet wit my back turned, God forbidden
To be the next rapper to die, what if it was me?
'cause see ya now face flashin' on the MTV
Expressing fear and anxiety about dying and becoming another tragic statistic in the world of rap
Front page in the paper, front of the source
Jealous niggas laughin', pain and feel no remorse
Every mornin' kissin' my moms, readin' from psalms
Other rappers showin' love, dedicatin' me songs
Imagining the aftermath of his death and how it would be portrayed in the media and among his peers
When I'm gone, thugs'll analyze the last day's verse
Hear the pain and the flow of my life is cursed
Wakin' up wit the smell of death, shakin' in cold sweats
Nightmares every night, breathin' of short breath
Reflecting on the impact his music and legacy will have after his death and the toll it takes on his mental health
Wit gun to my head, won't be makin' me more stressed
The second chance of life, got me feelin' I'm Lord blessed
I'm God sent, here to talk to the children
Teach them not to blast, they gats wit no feeling
Grateful for the second chance at life and determined to make a difference by teaching others to avoid violence
Teach them not to stash they cracks by the building
Teach them 'bout the game of life, it's thug livin', we all die
Continuing to advocate for non-violence and emphasizing the harsh realities of street life
What up be-Wiz? It's been quite some time
I ain't see you in a while since you left in '89
And I still got the demos before we got signed
Every rhyme I write you be in the back of my mind
Remembering old friends in the music industry and feeling their absence after they passed away
Yo Big L, congratulations dog, your shit went gold
Always knew you was a nice nigga, destined to blow
Seen you uptown, burnin' niggas, testin' ya flow
Had to catch a plane, I gave you a pound, hand it over
Celebrating the success of fellow rappers who made it big, and reminiscing on their skills and personalities
Freaky Tah, what up my nigga? Damn you still look fly
You in heaven and you still gettin' high, pass the lye
Shit yo Eazy, what up dog? I know we never met
Used to bang niggaz with attitude, cleanin' the tech
Paying homage to deceased rappers and imagining what they might be doing in the afterlife
Respect ya gangsta since the video you rhymed in the jail
Then you popped up on the stage, that shit was hard as hell
My nigga Pun, what up son? I ain't forget you kid
I'm still rewindin' and succedin' on the joint that we did
Expressing admiration for the talent and bravery of rappers who faced adversity and persevered
What up Banky? Who thought you would of made it here first
Big and Pac rollin' dice like they never had beef
Big Stretch, side bettin', standin' next to Trouble T
Though I never met Kadafi, what up God? Peace
Acknowledging the triumphs and tragedies of rappers from different backgrounds and paying respect to those who have passed away
By the way, you heard the record that I did wit your peeps?
It's love, Buffy the Beatbox, Moore Spurgs, Scott Larock
Dyin' 4 rap, for love of hip-hop, we all die
Sharing news of a new project with friends and emphasizing the passion and dedication that goes into the world of hip-hop
Then years are dying, gotta keep your eying
Streets don't be lying, keep families crying
I don't wanna die, no, no yeah yeah, yeah yeah yeah yeah, yeah
I don't wanna die, I don't wanna, wanna die
Reflecting on the harsh reality of life on the streets and the devastating effects of violence
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ANTHONY GOLDING, FRED SCRUGGS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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