My Life
Gorilla Zoe Ft. Lil Wayne Lyrics


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And I'm grindin' til I'm attacked
They say "You ain't grindin' till you tired"
So I'm grindin' with my eyes wide
Looking to find a way through the day
A light, for the night
Dear Lord, you've done took so many of my people but I'm just wonderin' why
You haven't taken my life?
Like, what the hell am I doing right?
My life

Take me away from the hood like a state penitentiary
Take me away from the hood in the casket or a Bentley
Take me away
Like I overdosed on cocaine
Or take me away like a bullet from Kurt Cobain
Suicide (suicide, suicide)
I'm from a Windy City, like "Do or Die"
From a block close to where Biggie was crucified
That was Brooklyn's Jesus
Shot for no fuckin' reason
And you wonder why Kanye wears Jesus pieces?
'Cause that's Jesus people
And The Game, he's the equal
Hated on so much, "The Passion of Christ" need a sequel
Yeah, like Roc-A-Fella needed Sigel
Like I needed my father, but he needed a needle
I need some meditation, so I can leave my people
They askin' "Why?" Why did John Lennon leave The Beatles?
And why every hood nigga feed off evil?
Answer my question before this bullet leave this Desert Eagle

And I'm grindin' til I'm attacked
They say "You ain't grindin' till you tired"
So I'm grindin' with my eyes wide
Looking to find, a way through the day
A light, for the night
Dear Lord, you've done took so many of my people but I'm just wonderin' why
You haven't taken my life?
Like, what the hell am I doing right?
My life

We are not the same, I am a Martian
So approach my Phantom doors with caution
You see them 24's spinnin', I earned them
And I ain't no preacher but here's my Erick Sermon
So eat this black music and tell me how it taste now
And fuck Jesse Jackson 'cause it ain't about race, now
Sometimes I think about my life, with my face down
Then I see my sons and put on that Kanye smile
Damn, I know his momma proud
And since you helped me sell my dream, we can share my momma now
And like M.J.B.,"No More Drama" now
Living the "Good Life", me and Common on common ground
I spit crack, and niggas could drive it out of town
Got a Chris Paul mind state, I'm never out of bounds
My life used to be empty like a Glock without a round
Now my life full, like a chopper with a thousand rounds

And I'm grindin' til I'm attacked
They say "You ain't grindin' til you tired"
So I'm grindin' with my eyes wide
Looking to find, a way through the day
A light, for the night
Dear Lord, you've done took so many of my people but I'm just wonderin' why
You haven't taken my life?
Like, what the hell am I doing right?
My life

Walk through the gates of Hell, see my Impala parked in front
With the high beams on, me and the Devil share chronic blunts
Listening to the "Chronic" album, playing backwards
Shootin' at pictures of Don Imus for target practice
My mind fucked up, so I cover it with a Raider hood
I'm from the city that made you motherfuckers afraid of Suge
Made my grandmother pray for good
And never made her happy, when I bet that new Mercedes could
Ain't no bars, but niggas can't escape the hood
They took so many of my niggas, that I should hate the hood
But it's real niggas like me, that make the hood
Ridin' slow in that Phantom just the way I should
With the top back
In my Sox hat
I'm paid in full, the nigga Alpo couldn't stop that
Even if they brought the nigga 'Pac back
I'd still keep this motherfucker cocked back

And I'm grindin' til I'm attacked
They say "You ain't grindin' til you tired"
So I'm grindin' with my eyes wide
Looking to find, a way through the day
A light, for the night
Dear Lord, you've done took so many of my people but I'm just wonderin' why
You haven't taken my life?
Like, what the hell am I doing right?
My life





(My life)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Gorilla Zoe ft. Lil Wayne's song My Life depict the struggles and challenges faced by the two artists while trying to achieve success in the music industry. The chorus reflects the determination and perseverance of the artists to keep grinding until they succeed. It also touches upon the theme of loss and grief as they question why so many of their loved ones have been taken away while they are still alive.


In the first verse, Gorilla Zoe speaks about wanting to leave the hood behind, whether it be in a luxurious Bentley or a casket. He mentions Kurt Cobain's suicide and wonders if he too will meet a similar fate. The verse ends with him questioning why the world can be so cruel and why bad things happen to good people.


In the second verse, Lil Wayne highlights the differences between himself and others, claiming to be a Martian. He speaks about his success in the music industry, earning him the ability to purchase expensive cars like the Phantom. He also references political figure Jesse Jackson, claiming that issues of race are no longer relevant. He goes on to talk about his children and how they bring him happiness even in the darkest moments.


Overall, the lyrics of My Life portray the struggles and challenges that artists face in the entertainment industry. It speaks to themes of perseverance, grief, and the search for meaning in life.


Line by Line Meaning

And I'm grindin' til I'm attacked
I'm working hard until I'm successful, no matter what obstacles come my way.


They say "You ain't grindin' til you tired"
People tell me I'm not working hard enough until I'm exhausted.


So I'm grindin' with my eyes wide
I'm working with focus and determination to achieve my goals.


Looking to find, a way through the day
I'm searching for a path to success, for a solution to the problems I face each day.


A light, for the night
I'm looking for guidance during the dark times, for something to guide me through my struggles.


Dear Lord, you've done took so many of my people but I'm just wonderin' why
God has taken so many important people in my life, and I don't understand why.


You haven't taken my life?
I'm asking why God hasn't taken my life, even though so many others have been lost.


Like what the hell am I doing right?
I'm questioning what I'm doing right in my life that has allowed me to survive despite so much loss.


Take me away from the hood like a state penitentiary
I want to leave the dangerous lifestyle of the hood and escape to a safer environment.


Take me away from the hood in the casket or a Bentley
I'll either leave the hood in death or with success and wealth.


Like I overdosed on cocaine
I want to leave the hood as soon as possible, even if it means dying from a drug overdose.


Or take me away like a bullet from Kurt Cobain
I'd rather leave the hood in a violent act, such as getting shot, than stay there any longer.


Suicide (suicide, suicide)
I'd rather kill myself than continue to live in the hood.


I'm from a Windy City, like "Do or Die"
I'm from Chicago, which is known for its tough streets and extreme violence.


From a block close to where Biggie was crucified
I'm from a neighborhood where Biggie Smalls was killed, which is a symbol of the violence and danger in my community.


That was Brooklyn's Jesus
Biggie Smalls was a legendary figure in Brooklyn who was loved by many.


Shot for no fuckin' reason
Biggie was killed for no clear motive or reason, which adds to the senseless violence in my community.


And you wonder why Kanye wears Jesus pieces?
Kanye West wears jewelry with Jesus imagery to pay tribute to the loss of Biggie and other important figures in hip-hop culture.


Cause that's Jesus people
Those figures are revered as icons in the hip-hop community, much like Jesus is in religious circles.


And The Game, he's the equal
The Game is also a respected figure in the hip-hop community, and is seen as an equal to the other greats.


Hated on so much, "The Passion of Christ" need a sequel
The Game gets a lot of hate, but he perseveres despite the hate and struggles to make a name for himself.


Yeah, like Roc-a-fella needed Sigel
The Roc-a-fella record label needed Beanie Sigel, a respected rapper, just as I need important figures to help me succeed.


Like I needed my father, but he needed a needle
I needed my father's love and support, but instead he was addicted to drugs and couldn't provide for me.


I need some meditation, so I can leave my people
I need some time to reflect and think about what I want in life, so I can leave the hood and live a better life.


They askin' "Why?" Why did John Lennon leave The Beatles?
People wonder why John Lennon left the Beatles, just as they wonder why I want to leave my community and pursue a better life.


And why every hood nigga feed off evil?
Why do so many people in the hood turn to violent and illegal activities to survive and thrive?


Answer my question before this bullet leave this Desert Eagle
Answer my question or else I will resort to violence to find the answers.


We are not the same, I am a Martian
I am not like everyone else, I am unique and different from the norm.


So approach my Phantom doors with caution
Be careful when approaching me and my wealth, because I have worked hard to achieve it.


You see them 24's spinnin' I earned them
I worked hard to earn my wealth and the extravagant possessions that come with it.


And I ain't no preacher but here's my Erick Sermon
I'm not a religious leader, but here's my message to the world.


So eat this black music and tell me how it taste now
Listen to my music and let me know what you think of it.


And fuck Jesse Jackson cause it ain't about race now
I don't care about race anymore, I care about success and wealth.


Sometimes I think about my life, with my face down
Sometimes I get overwhelmed by the struggles and hardships of life.


Then I see my sons and put on that Kanye smile
My children bring me happiness and make me want to keep pushing for success.


Damn, I know his momma proud
My children's mother is proud of the man I've become and the success I've achieved.


And since you helped me sell my +Dream+ we can share my momma now
Since you helped me achieve my dreams, I will share my success with you like family.


And like M.J.B.: "No More Drama" now
I want to leave behind the drama and struggles of my past and embrace a new life of success and happiness.


Living the "Good Life", me and Common on common ground
I'm living my best life with rapper Common by my side, both of us sharing common experiences and goals.


I spit crack, and niggas could drive it out of town
My music is powerful and addictive, to the point that people will love it and drive it out of the hood to new listeners.


Got a Chris Paul mind state, I'm never out of bounds
I have a basketball player's mindset, always pushing harder and staying within the boundaries of the game.


My life used to be empty like a Glock without a round
My life used to have no meaning or purpose, but now it's full of potential and success.


Now my life full, like a chopper with a thousand rounds
Now my life is full of power and potential, like a gun with a thousand bullets ready to use.


Walk through the gates of Hell, see my Impala parked in front
Even in the most dangerous and frightening situations, I hold onto my possessions and achievements.


With the high beams on, me and the Devil share chronic blunts
I'm not afraid of the dangerous situations I face, even if it means sharing drugs with the Devil himself.


Listening to the "Chronic" album, playing backwards
I'm engaging in risky and potentially harmful behavior, such as listening to music backwards.


Shootin' at pictures of Don Imus for target practice
I'm practicing my shooting skills on a controversial figure, showing a disregard for the law and public opinion.


My mind fucked up, so I cover it with a Raider hood
I have a disturbed and troubled mind, and I deal with it by wearing a hood from the Raider's football team for comfort.


I'm from the city that made you motherfuckers afraid of Suge
I'm from a city where the notorious gangster Suge Knight worked, and his reputation has made people fear and respect the area.


Made my grandmother pray for good
The violence and danger in my community has even impacted my family, causing my grandmother to pray for safety.


And never made her happy, when I bet that new Mercedes could
Even when I achieve success and wealth, it doesn't bring happiness to my family members.


Ain't no bars, but niggas can't escape the hood
There may not be physical bars in the hood, but people feel trapped and unable to escape the dangerous lifestyle.


They took so many of my niggas, that I should hate the hood
So many people I care about have been lost to the violence of the hood, that I should hate it and want to leave.


But it's real niggas like me, that make the hood
Despite the struggles and dangers of the hood, people like me give the community hope and positivity.


Ridin' slow in that Phantom just the way I should
I'm living my best life in a luxury car, enjoying the success and wealth I've achieved.


With the top back
I'm living life extravagantly, with the top of my car down and the wind in my hair.


In my Sox hat
I'm representing my hometown sports team, wearing a Chicago White Sox hat.


I'm paid in full, the nigga Alpo couldn't stop that
I've achieved financial success and there's nothing anyone can do to stop it, not even notorious drug dealer Alpo Martinez.


Even if they brought the nigga 'Pac back
Even if the legendary Tupac were resurrected, I would still be successful and unstoppable.


I'd still keep this motherfucker cocked back
I will never let my guard down, always prepared for the worst even during my successes.




Lyrics Β© DistroKid, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Andre Lyon, Bryan Williams, Chaz Mishan, David Delgado, Dwayne Carter, Edward Montilla, Jayceon Taylor, Marcello Valenzano

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

doozy

[Gorilla Zoe]
Walking around looking for a way
But no one tells me which way to go
I'm caught up in a world
A labyrinth, a maze
Where yes men could easily be known
I ask them no questions
They give me no answers
Following the wise
But they're walking in pampers
Give me a cigarette
Smoking my cancer
Drink the pain away
But I still have no answers

[Hook:]
I'm lost on a road
Don't know which way to go
I'm losing my mind
Losing control of the wheel
And I'm swerving
On and off the road
I'm lost on a road
But survival is a must
Don't know who I can trust
I'm living in a rush
I don't understand the fuss
My brain is bout to bust

[Chorus:]
I think I'm losing it
I might be losing it
I just might lose
Am I losing my mind?
And I'm so confused I don't know what to do
And I need a clue before I run out of time
Am I losing it?
Am I losing it?
I think I'm losing
I'm losing my mind
Am I losing it?
Am I losing it?
I think I'm losing
I'm losing my mind

[Lil Wayne]
I I I I'm a need counseling
I lost my mind and still haven't found it
I used to be so well-rounded
But now I tiptoe on hell's boundaries
F F. Baby A.K.A. crazy
Trapped in a maze, therefore I am amazing
Block E the doc, I'm just a patient
And even with Navigation
I'm lost on a... (road)

[Hook:]
I'm lost on a road
I... I... I don't know what's wrong with me
But... but I'm a keep that styrofoam with me
I'm lost on a road
And I don't know what's wrong with me
Gorilla Zoe on the song with me
He must be gone with me

[Chorus]

[Gorilla Zoe]
I'm making this money
Just to go spend it
Living the good life
Hope nobody ends it
But who are you kidding?
Ay who are you lying to?
You know if they want you
Best believe they will find you

[Hook:]
I'm lost on a road
And there's no one to talk to
There's nowhere to run to
I'm going in circles
I'm talking to myself
Got me blazing this purple

[Chorus]



All comments from YouTube:

James Mail

I used to listen to this song while trying to make sense of my PTSD and trying my hardest not to commit suicide. This song hits different when you're struggling with mental illness. So glad I finally got help and didn't end up losing my mind.

ENIXO _

BPD?

Sylvia Nunez

Fuck it it's peaceful everyone who does bad shit to you in world doesn't deserve your presence

Danielle Gordon

Bipolar disorder here... :)

Sara Dailey

I've had help (dozens and dozens of therapists and lots of clinical assessments and work too) my whole life. Still losing my mind...

Mikasa Ackerman

Ptsd and depression here ✌🏻

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Vanessa

MOMENTS OF SILENCE FOR MUSIC WE NEEDED BACK THEN AND STILL NEED NOW

Cody Carter

Hey way to rephrase the top comment....

Round Table Media

This track was seriously ahead of its time, a very well written masterpiece,
Zoe was always one the most underrated artists out at the time

Holler

Weezy was hopping on every single song at that time, put me on to GZ. Them were the good old days.

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