Face to Face
G.Q. Lyrics

Who you tellin'?
Who are you telling this to? A question directed at someone.

Blank faces
No expression or reaction from the people in front of the singer.

Smokers, endorphines, hookers and beds
Listing activities that may bring pleasure, escape, or a feeling of release.

Dope in the vein, young and servin' the meds
Describing drug use, particularly intravenous drug use by young people serving as their own pharmacist.

Run from the police, jump from the ledge
Escaping authority figures or putting oneself in danger.

Be what you wanna be as long as you get the money right, yeah
Value financial success over other moral or social values.

Niggas don't understand until you leap over 25
People do not fully understand life and its risks until they reach a certain age.

Dancin' with devils, never knew how to treat your woman right, yeah
Living dangerously, and neglecting to respect or value women.

Feet on the pedal runnin' over jokers and funny tops
Driving fast and without regard for others, particularly those who appear 'foolish'.

Word to my OG, he gone, that nigga fresh out of strikes
Respect for an older, wiser person recently out of chances to make things right.

I should know better, Heaven knows that I ain't the dummy type, nah
The singer recognizes he may be acting foolishly, but feels confident he is not unintelligent.

I should be flyin' home without a care
The artist should be able to travel without worry or stress.

My baby don't want no toys, she want me there
The singer's child values their time and attention more than material objects.

I trade the noise for a piece of divine
Rejecting chaos and triviality in search of something more meaningful or spiritual.

I savor my coins for a piece of the land, ah
Saving money to invest in real estate or land ownership.

Something to pass while I'm passin' my prime
Acquiring assets or interests to enjoy during later years in life.

My word in the cards, full deck in my hand
The artist feels confident in their position and the cards that have been dealt to them.

As sure as the smog is pollutin' the land
Reflecting on the certainty and prevalence of air pollution.

UH, wise as my CHevy
The singer makes a comparison between their own wisdom and the reliability of their car.

My life's so fucked up the drank don't get me buzzed
The artist's life is so difficult or complex that they cannot find temporary relief through alcohol consumption.

We ain't blood and tHey killed my cuz
The artist mourns the loss of a close friend or family member who was not related by blood, implying the closeness of their relationship or community.

CHuckin' Cs since I was a cub
The artist has been aligned with a gang or community since they were young.

Young nigga grew up on Hate but wHere's tHe love?
The singer reflects on growing up with anger, skepticism, and a lack of mainstream love or support.

AsH and dubs on
Reference to using 'dubs' (twenty dollar bills) in order to purchase marijuana.

Guess you would say I'm one of the lucky type
Despite difficult circumstances, the singer sees themselves as having had some level of positive fortune or fate.

No!
A forceful rejection or reaction to an idea or statement.

Fuck you thought?
A harsh, confrontational question directed at someone.

Playin' tooth fairy, Santa before I'm buried
The artist has fulfilled both parental and quasi-religious roles, giving care and presents to children before they die.

Easter egg Huntin', pickin' seeds out the pumpkin
Participating in fun, seasonal activities with children.

Six years straigHt the valentine for my munchkin
The singer has been consistently present and thoughtful in celebrating Valentine's Day with their child for a number of years.

I made a queen outta nothin'
The singer has helped elevate someone or something from very humble beginnings or difficult circumstances.

Told me stay in scHool, my dream was just a small percentage
The artist was discouraged or disheartened by someone close to them in their attempt to pursue their dream.

Said a million wasn't realistic
The same person did not value or uphold the artist's aspirations or vision for financial success.

Last year I spent it, wHat's the laws of pHysics?
The artist is reflecting on how it is possible to spend a large amount of money, despite the physical limits or constraints of the world.

Move pounds or move down to Section 8 livin'
The singer is considering the possibility of shifting to a more illegal, risky or lucrative money-making operation, or accepting government-subsidized housing.

Grew up around Crippin', Woo business
The artist has been exposed to or impacted by gang activity, possibly involving the neighborhoods of 'Crippin' or 'Woo'.

And if I never make it to 25 I swear to God I'm still gon' fly, nigga
Regardless of how long they live, the singer is determined to succeed and find freedom.

But it's still my time, nigga
Despite challenges, setbacks or doubts, the singer believes that they are still able to achieve success or improve their circumstances.

Tell me who gon' fly with me?
A question calling for support, understanding or shared ambition from others.

It's still my time, yeah
The artist remains optimistic and hopeful, despite any difficulties.

It's still my time, nigga, yeah
The artist is confident in their own ability to overcome obstacles and succeed.