Cry
G.S. Lyrics


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Grrt, boom, boom
Lil Tjay
Oh, oh
Uh

Streets got 'em, ain't no savin' them boys
Grandma tryna pray to the Lord
Raise hell if they take one of yours
My lil' shorty gon' slide when he bored
Lil' nigga off the porch tryna score
Took a loss and that hurt to the core
Don't matter how much drugs I did
How much weed I hit, how much lean I pour
I don't wanna cry no more (no, no, no)
Uh, I don't wanna cry no more (no, no, no, no, no)
Uh, I don't wanna cry no more (no, no, no, no, no)
Uh, I don't wanna cry no more (no, no, no, no)

Stood over bro on the floor dyin'
Thinkin' homicide, wasn't no cryin'
Hop out, glizzies, forties, and .45s
Lookin' for the killers, ain't no time
'Member we was drillin', oh, what a feelin'
We ain't give a fuck about no time
That was before time, run on the opp, now it's your time
Clips is extended for showtime
Woke up, hit bro line
Back out in traffic before nine
We load it up, went on both sides
It's different phases, I did it perfect, amazin'
Been on them bitches with no minds
I saw 'em bail out, headshot four times (uh)
Baby mama fell on the floor cryin'
Went on a hit, had to look before firin'
'Cause my auntie, she shot with they dope line
Lost too many niggas, when they died, I ain't even cry
I ain't even feel it, I can't even lie
Stayin' in my city, I might end up a homicide
Two gun cases 'cause I'm traumatized
Plus the police wanna kill a nigga, I wonder why?
Bulletproof lack when I'm comin' by (ayy)
Ain't no savin' 'em boys, I'ma still be the one to try
Hopefully, ain't gotta kill one of mine

Streets got 'em, ain't no savin' them boys
Grandma tryna pray to the Lord
Raise hell if they take one of yours
My lil' shorty gon' slide when he bored
Lil' nigga off the porch tryna score
Took a loss and that hurt to the core
Don't matter how much drugs I did
How much weed I hit, how much lean I pour
I don't wanna cry no more (no, no, no)
Uh, uh, I don't wanna cry no more (no, no, no)
Uh, I don't wanna cry no more (no, no, no)
Uh, I don't wanna cry no more (no, no)

If he talkin' out his mouth, break his jaw
Mind fucked, for the fallen, I'ma pour
Pain runnin' through my body, can't ignore
Cold world got my heart so sore
I ain't tryna feel pain no more
Can't change, I'ma bang that four
Why you tryna live the gang life for?
Don't cap, this lane not yours
I was a young nigga misled every day
Used to stay in the streets, huh
Hustlin', I couldn't miss bread
Run that bag every day of the week, huh
Nigga try me and get hit dead
All of my young niggas playin' for keeps, huh
So you better off focusin' instead
Better not go that way, it get deep, huh
I'm smokin' dummy, it's bustin'
This shit to the point that a nigga can't feel nothin'
New opposition, I'm rushin'
I told all my shooters like hawk and go kill somethin'
I lost a couple of soldiers
I keep goin' over so now I don't feel nothin'
Cryin', I'm lettin' that steel drum
We gon' spin through the opps and they still run

Streets got 'em, ain't no savin' them boys
Grandma tryna pray to the Lord
Raise hell if they take one of yours
My lil' shorty gon' slide when he bored
Lil' nigga off the porch tryna score
Took a loss and that hurt to the core
Don't matter how much drugs I did
How much weed I hit, how much lean I pour
I don't wanna cry no more (no, no, no)
Uh, uh, I don't wanna cry no more (no, no, no)




Uh, I don't wanna cry no more (no, no, no)
Uh, uh, I don't wanna cry no more (no, no)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of G.S.'s song "Cry" are emotional and heavy, dealing with themes like grief, loss, and retaliation. The song starts with Lil Tjay's mournful vocals as he talks about the hold the streets have on young boys, claiming that they cannot be saved once sucked in by the lure of the streets. He also speaks of the profound pain experienced by the loved ones left behind, with grandmothers praying to the Lord and raising hell if one of theirs is taken. G.S. continues the theme of street violence, talking about how he and his friends were drillers and did not care about time, only about taking out their opponents. He describes a world of bullets, homicide, and constant danger, with two gun cases as evidence of his trauma. The singer expresses his profound desire to stop crying, to end the pain and numbness that make his heart sore.


The chorus of the song repeatedly affirms this desire, with G.S. explicitly stating that he does not want to cry anymore. The verses delve deep into the reasons behind his pain, the anger that fuels his retribution, and the numbness that shields his heart. The song's final verse is intense, with the singer talking about a new opposition, smoking dummy, and going over some soldiers' deaths. He passionately declares his intent to keep going and not let anyone see him crying, while also acknowledging the weight of the violence his life is entangled with.


The song's overall message is clear - violence begets violence, and the cycle of revenge and retribution is a never-ending one that only leads to more pain and loss. G.S. and Lil Tjay sing about how the streets lure in young boys and how it changes them, the loss of life, and the families it affects. In the end, the song is a plea for peace, for an end to the violence and the pain that comes with it.


Line by Line Meaning

Grrt, boom, boom
Sound effects to set the tone for the song.


Streets got 'em, ain't no savin' them boys
The streets have claimed these boys and there's no way to save them. They're caught up in this lifestyle and there's no turning back.


Grandma tryna pray to the Lord
Even grandma is praying for these boys. She knows the danger they're in and is asking God to protect them.


Raise hell if they take one of yours
If someone takes one of your own, it's time to get revenge and make them pay.


My lil' shorty gon' slide when he bored
When my young protege gets bored, he's going to slide and do what he needs to do to keep the heat on our enemies.


Lil' nigga off the porch tryna score
A young kid who's eager to make a name for himself in the streets and score points on the scoreboard.


Took a loss and that hurt to the core
When you lose someone close to you in the game, it cuts deep and leaves a real emotional scar.


Don't matter how much drugs I did
Even though I may be numbing the pain with drugs, it doesn't change the fact that I'm still hurting deep down inside.


How much weed I hit, how much lean I pour
No matter how much I smoke or drink, I can't escape the reality of the violence and loss that surrounds me.


I don't wanna cry no more (no, no, no)
I'm tired of shedding tears and feeling the pain. I want to be numb and escape this reality.


Stood over bro on the floor dyin'
Witnessing your friend or family member dying on the ground is a traumatic experience that stays with you forever.


Thinkin' homicide, wasn't no cryin'
In the moment of seeking revenge for your fallen brother, there is no time to mourn. It's all about action and getting justice.


Hop out, glizzies, forties, and .45s
Armed and ready with various guns to take out anyone who stands in their way.


Lookin' for the killers, ain't no time
In the quest for revenge, there's no time to waste. They're on the hunt and won't stop until they find the ones responsible.


'Member we was drillin', oh, what a feelin'
Reflecting on the past when they were out there on the streets, doing what they had to do, creating chaos and feeling invincible.


We ain't give a fuck about no time
In the moment, time doesn't matter. All that matters is getting the job done and sending a message to their enemies.


That was before time, run on the opp, now it's your time
Things have changed since then, but the mission remains the same - take out the opposition at all costs.


Clips is extended for showtime
They're not messing around when it comes to taking out their enemies. The guns are loaded up and ready for action.


Woke up, hit bro line
Even after a long night of work, these guys are up early and checking in with each other, ready to continue the fight.


Back out in traffic before nine
They're back at it again before most people even start their day. It's a 24/7 lifestyle.


We load it up, went on both sides
They've got the guns ready and are going on the attack on both sides - ready to take out anyone who gets in their way.


It's different phases, I did it perfect, amazin'
The game has different phases and they've been through them all. They're experts at what they do and they do it perfectly.


Been on them bitches with no minds
They've gone after people who lack common sense and make foolish decisions, making it easier to take them out.


I saw 'em bail out, headshot four times (uh)
They've seen their enemies try to run away, but it doesn't matter. They're able to take them out with precision and speed.


Baby mama fell on the floor cryin'
Even the women who love these guys can't escape the pain and heartbreak that comes with this lifestyle.


Went on a hit, had to look before firin'
They don't take any chances. They scope out the situation and make sure they're hitting the right target before opening fire.


'Cause my auntie, she shot with they dope line
Even family members can be caught up in this game. His aunt is involved in the drug trade and has made enemies along the way.


Lost too many niggas, when they died, I ain't even cry
After losing so many friends and family members to this lifestyle, crying has become a foreign concept. It's all about survival now.


I ain't even feel it, I can't even lie
The constant pain and loss has become so normalized that it doesn't even faze him anymore.


Stayin' in my city, I might end up a homicide
Staying in the same city where all of this violence is taking place could result in his own death. It's a dangerous game to play.


Two gun cases 'cause I'm traumatized
The mental and emotional trauma of living this lifestyle has resulted in multiple gun charges.


Plus the police wanna kill a nigga, I wonder why?
On top of the danger from their enemies, the police are also a threat in his eyes. He wonders why they're out to get him.


Bulletproof lack when I'm comin' by (ayy)
To protect himself from danger, he's taken the precaution of driving a bulletproof car.


Ain't no savin' 'em boys, I'ma still be the one to try
Even though it may seem like there's no hope for the boys stuck in this lifestyle, he's still going to do everything in his power to save them.


Hopefully, ain't gotta kill one of mine
He's hoping that he won't have to take out one of his own in the process of seeking revenge and protecting his own.


If he talkin' out his mouth, break his jaw
Anyone who talks too much or gets in their way is going to face consequences - a broken jaw at the very least.


Mind fucked, for the fallen, I'ma pour
To honor his fallen comrades, he's going to pour out some liquor as a sign of respect and remembrance.


Pain runnin' through my body, can't ignore
The pain and emotional trauma of living this lifestyle is taking a physical toll on his body that he can't ignore.


Cold world got my heart so sore
Living in this cold, violent world has left his heart sore and numb. He's unable to feel strong emotions anymore.


I ain't tryna feel pain no more
He's tired of feeling pain and heartbreak and wants to numb himself to it all.


Can't change, I'ma bang that four
He's accepted that this is the lifestyle he's chosen and he's going to keep banging his gun in order to survive.


Why you tryna live the gang life for?
He's questioning why people would choose to live such a dangerous and violent lifestyle.


Don't cap, this lane not yours
He's warning others not to pretend to live the life of a gangster if it's not truly their lane.


I was a young nigga misled every day
He was young and impressionable and got caught up in this lifestyle thinking it was the only way to survive.


Used to stay in the streets, huh
He used to live and breathe the streets - it was all he knew.


Hustlin', I couldn't miss bread
He had to hustle and make money by any means necessary to survive in this world.


Run that bag every day of the week, huh
The grind never stops - he's hustling every single day to make money and stay afloat.


Nigga try me and get hit dead
He's not afraid to defend himself and will take out anyone who tries to come at him.


All of my young niggas playin' for keeps, huh
Everyone in his circle is playing for keeps. They're not messing around and will do whatever it takes to survive.


So you better off focusin' instead
He's advising others to focus on their own lives and not get caught up in this dangerous game.


Better not go that way, it get deep, huh
The path he's on is dangerous and only gets deeper the further he goes. He's warning others to steer clear.


I'm smokin' dummy, it's bustin'
He's smoking powerful weed that's having a strong effect on him. It's helping him forget the pain for a little while.


This shit to the point that a nigga can't feel nothin'
The drugs are so strong that he's unable to feel anything - not even the pain of his reality.


New opposition, I'm rushin'
Whenever new enemies appear, he's quick to rush in and take them out before they become a bigger threat.


I told all my shooters like hawk and go kill somethin'
He's given the command to his shooters to go out and kill, making it clear that it's what needs to be done to survive in this world.


I lost a couple of soldiers
He's lost people close to him in this game. It's a reality that he's had to accept.


I keep goin' over so now I don't feel nothin'
The loss of his comrades has become so normalized that he's numb to it all now.


Cryin', I'm lettin' that steel drum
Rather than cry over the loss of his loved ones, he's letting his gun do the talking and seeking revenge.


We gon' spin through the opps and they still run
They're going to spin through their enemies' territory and make them run for their lives. The threat is real.


Uh, uh, I don't wanna cry no more (no, no)
He's repeating the line from earlier in the song, indicating that he's still not willing to shed tears and show emotion. He's numb to it all.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Herbert Wright, Ramiro Oregel, Tione Merritt, Taurus Tremani Bartlett

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