Hard Times
Hit and Run Lyrics

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Hard times spreadin' just like the flu
Watch out, homeboy, don't let it catch you
P-p-p-prices go up, don't let your pocket go down
When you got short money you're stuck on the ground
Turn around, get ready, keep your eye on the clock
And be on point for the future shock

Hard times

Hard times

Hard times are comin' to your town
So stay alert, don't let them get you down
They tell you times are tough, you hear that times are hard
But when you work for that ace, you know you pulled the right card
Hard times got our pockets all in chains
I'll tell you what, homeboy, it don't have my brain
All day I have to work at my peak
Because I need that dollar every day of the week

Hard times

Hard times can take you on a natural trip
So keep your balance, and don't you slip
Hard times is nothin' new on me
I'm gonna use my strong mentality
Like the cream of the crop, like the crop of the cream
B-b-b-beatin' hard times, that is my theme
Hard times in life, hard times in death
I'm gonna keep on fightin' to my very last breath

Hard times
Hard times
Hard times
Hard times
Hard times

Hard times
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Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Hit and Run's song "Hard Times" are a commentary on the economic difficulties that people face in their daily lives. The song warns the listener to be cautious and watchful, as hard times are spreading like the flu. The rising prices are putting pressure on individuals, and having short money makes them stuck on the ground. The lyrics suggest that one should keep an eye on the clock and be prepared for future shocks.

The song talks about how hard times can take people on a natural trip, and one must keep their balance and not slip. It is important to have a strong mentality and keep fighting till the end. The lyrics also imply that regardless of the difficulties, hard times should not have an impact on their brain. It highlights how people need to work hard every day of the week to make ends meet.

Line by Line Meaning

Hard times spreadin' just like the flu
Tough times are coming and they will spread quickly like an illness.

Watch out, homeboy, don't let it catch you
Be cautious and don't let the difficulties overwhelm you.

P-p-p-prices go up, don't let your pocket go down
As prices increase, don't let your finances decrease.

When you got short money you're stuck on the ground
When your funds are limited, you're unable to move forward.

Turn around, get ready, keep your eye on the clock
Prepare for what's coming and keep a close eye on time.

And be on point for the future shock
Be alert for any surprise that the future may bring.

Hard times are comin' to your town
Difficult times are coming to your community.

So stay alert, don't let them get you down
Remain vigilant and don't let the challenges get the best of you.

They tell you times are tough, you hear that times are hard
People will say that times are difficult and that you should be prepared.

But when you work for that ace, you know you pulled the right card
If you work hard and persevere, you'll come out on top.

Hard times got our pockets all in chains
Difficult times have limited our finances.

I'll tell you what, homeboy, it don't have my brain
Despite the financial difficulties, my mind is still strong.

All day I have to work at my peak
I have to perform at my best all day.

Because I need that dollar every day of the week
I need money every day to survive.

Hard times can take you on a natural trip
Challenging times can take you on an unpredictable journey.

So keep your balance, and don't you slip
Maintain your equilibrium and don't lose your footing.

Hard times is nothin' new on me
I have experienced difficult times before.

I'm gonna use my strong mentality
I will rely on my mental strength and fortitude.

Like the cream of the crop, like the crop of the cream
I will rise to the top like the best of the best.

B-b-b-beatin' hard times, that is my theme
My goal is to triumph over the challenges and conquer difficult times.

Hard times in life, hard times in death
Difficulty and struggle are present in both life and death.

I'm gonna keep on fightin' to my very last breath
I will keep fighting until my last breath because I refuse to give up.

Hard times
Challenging times are ahead.

Hard times
Challenging times are present.

Hard times
Challenging times are a reality.

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Challenging times cannot defeat me.

Hard times
Challenging times will not stop me.

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I am ready to face any difficult times.

Hard times
I am determined to overcome any challenges.

Lyrics © MUSIC MANAGEMENT, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: William Waring, Lawrence Smith, Darryl McDaniels, Joseph Simmons

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