Eyes Open
Havoc Lyrics

Keep those) Eyes open, gotta keep 'em open
Stay aware and alert of your surroundings

Need a higher dose
Require a stronger form or level of motivation

Just something just a little more potent
Looking for a more powerful source of motivation

On the gas, saved up the bat, can't forget where I came from
Moving forward while maintaining a connection to one's past

Same mistakes, that's madness, you end up back in those same slums
Repeating past errors leads to negative consequences.

Day one, my eyes was on that prize that I sized up
From the very beginning, my focus was on achieving my goal

Now I supposed to check, I supposed to check, I found that for the white fuck
Now I need to evaluate and reassess my priorities

Cold care, beauty pies, steaming all the way that jury lane
Successfully navigating through difficult situations

Bad fuck behind that mask, bitch might have that booty face
Deceiving appearances can hide a malicious personality

I earned this and I be down, before they told you I be there
I achieved success through hard work and dedication, before others recognized it

I let you in, you bit the hand, nigga that's downright treason
I trusted and depended on you, but you betrayed me

My eyes out for that mischief, fuck that, fill clips
I'm ready to defend myself and those I care about

To the top, real rap, know that I just build this
I've worked hard to achieve success, and it's built on true talent and hard work

Sweat, blood and tears, my brother died was the only time I shed tears
I've faced many challenges and struggles, but only my brother's death caused me emotional pain

Then switched gears, pulled out of here like last year
Moved on to a new chapter and left the past behind

Now everything gets smoothed, like jasmine, chinchilla
Life has become easier and more luxurious

Puff so white, that's Mac Miller, for some kind of wait then blast, nigga
Celebrating and enjoying the good things in life

Worry me that's the good one, fear nothing, add 'em
Knowing the dangers and risks but facing them head-on without fear

'Round here ain't no fab one, we knocks it without no flare gun
In this environment, we don't need flashy tools or weapons to defend ourselves

I stay down, I'm a chaos, havoc and mayhem
I am willing to embrace chaos and disruption to achieve my goals

To be in the streets you gotta be a brave man
Surviving and thriving in this environment requires courage

Talk about you coming up and do the main band
Boasting about success and being the main attraction/top dog

'Cause ain't no telling what these motherfuckers would do
There are unpredictable and dangerous people in this environment

Be prepared in case anybody fuck with the crew
Ready to defend myself and those in my group if threatened

They was in the club, watching, you was in the VIP
Some people are envious and watching, while others are living high and mighty

Throwing hundreds around like money ain't nothing to you
Spending money frivolously and without concern

They be the ones that fall back, up in the cut and probably in all black
The ones who appear meek and passive can actually be dangerous

Acting like you untouchable 'cause you tripping till they catch you slipping
Assuming invincibility or superiority leads to vulnerabilities

And then what you thought you'd see?
Realizing the unexpected consequences of one's actions

Better be on top of your chip when you walking through the shots
Be alert and ready to react in dangerous situations

Same demo when you walk through Queens
The same rules apply regardless of where you are

Shorty like I doubt that, I got things and I'm 'bout that
Asserting confidence and readiness to face challenges

This hood life what it look like, probably snatched up still ain't felt that
This lifestyle may appear glamorous but it comes with risks and consequences

The game is better, it's cold or vice versa depending on what you see, so
The environment can be viewed positively or negatively depending on one's perspective

Learn when to check your ego, watch your people, money is evil
Be aware of one's arrogance, protect and be loyal to those close to you, and be cautious with wealth

Either with me or against me, there ain't no in-betweens
You're either on my side or not, there's no middle ground

Don't walk around fearing no man when they bleed just like me
Don't let fear control you, everyone is human and vulnerable

I represent that bad block, I'm mascot, is that real dope?
I embody the tough, rough neighborhood and I strive to be the best at it

Roam around with that fuckery and get stomped out with them steel toes
Causing trouble will result in getting brutally punished

Mashed up on that sidewalk, can't go against that current
When facing overwhelming opposition, it's better to not fight back

Taking turns whipping that ass, we gonna give respect that's earned
Physical violence may be necessary to gain respect or establish dominance

And to whom it may concern, got a problem, be my guest
To anyone who has an issue with me: feel free to confront me

We will play fair but you will 'cause you're not keeping no death around
If someone initiates violence, I will defend myself but ultimately let them walk away alive