West Side Story
Hugh Lee Lyrics
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All I ever wanted was a pelle coat
Spend a couple bands out in River oaks
Live like Elroy Friday
Take a couple trips up the highway
Dreams like that seem far away
Kindred family all day
Head in the clouds like all day
Coming from the west side west side
Chilli no left eye left eye
Niggas gone clap at you lose a lung
Aint talking asbestos best eyes
Mommy working every night tryna get a Christmas bike but the lady bout to cut the lights and im hungry every night so guess im in the city right do a little wrong for right now im a get us right dollars make me risk the time
[Hook]
Coming from the west side west side ….
Coming from the west side west side,,
[Verse 2]
Coming from the west side west side
Chilli no left eye
Niggas so dead eye
Bout the Green no red line
Faxx
Im off the of central right there by the store
I took a two and I made it a 4
That made me even but I wanted more
I spent it all and went back and got more
Now im up
Cruise through the city no bus
Clutch
Still got the sky im a buss
Trust
Playing with my green its a must
Plus
Add up the seals in a rush
Hush
Yeah I signed the deal but I had to make a mill for the will like my bro and nem off a podium while i spill out my will and I gotta ton of them family and synonyms gotta honor the
The lyrics of "West Side Story" by Hugh Lee touch upon themes of ambition, struggle, and resilience as the artist reflects on his upbringing and the challenges he has faced growing up on the west side. In the first verse, he expresses his desire for a better life symbolized by a "pelle coat" and the aspiration to spend money in affluent areas like River Oaks. He references living like Elroy Friday, a character known for his aspirations to rise above his circumstances. The mention of dreams seeming far away and clouded judgment from drugs in the hallway provide a glimpse into the environment he navigates.
The artist speaks about his sense of community and kinship on the west side, highlighting the unity and support from those around him. Despite the struggles and temptations present, there is a sense of determination to make things right and provide for his family, as seen in the description of his mother working hard to afford a Christmas bike while facing the threat of utilities being cut off. This inner conflict between doing what is necessary to survive and striving for a better future is a central theme in the lyrics.
In the hook and second verse, the repetition of "coming from the west side" reinforces a sense of pride and acknowledgment of his roots. The artist references challenges faced by individuals from his neighborhood, such as violence ("N****s gone clap at you lose a lung") and the pressure to succeed economically ("Aint talking asbestos best eyes"). His journey from making a two into a four symbolizes his resourcefulness and ambition to surpass limitations, as he pushes for more despite setbacks and setbacks.
The mention of signing a deal but still feeling the need to earn more highlights the drive for success and the importance of legacy and responsibility to family. The lyrics reflect a mix of grit, determination, and a sense of loyalty to those who have supported him. Through his storytelling, Hugh Lee paints a vivid picture of the challenges and aspirations of life on the west side, ultimately conveying a message of resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
All I ever wanted was a pelle coat
My desire has always been to have a luxurious coat
Spend a couple bands out in River oaks
Enjoying expensive things in the affluent River Oaks area
Live like Elroy Friday
Living a carefree and enjoyable life
Take a couple trips up the highway
Traveling on road trips
Dreams like that seem far away
These aspirations appear distant and difficult to achieve
Kindred family all day
My close-knit family is always there for me
Head in the clouds like all day
Lost in thoughts and fantasies
And it’s clouds from the drugs in the hallway
The haze from drugs in the hallway lingers
Coming from the west side west side
Originating from the west side neighborhood
Chilli no left eye left eye
Aggression and alertness without hesitation
Niggas gone clap at you lose a lung
Facing danger where one might lose their life
Aint talking asbestos best eyes
Having a sharp, keen vision
Mommy working every night tryna get a Christmas bike but the lady bout to cut the lights
My mother works hard to buy me gifts, but our electricity may be turned off
And im hungry every night so guess im in the city right do a little wrong for right now im a get us right
Being hungry motivates me to make money even by illegal means temporarily
Dollars make me risk the time
The lure of money makes me take risks in life
Coming from the west side west side
Originating from the west side neighborhood
Coming from the west side west side
Originating from the west side neighborhood
Coming from the west side west side
Originating from the west side neighborhood
Coming from the west side west side
Originating from the west side neighborhood
Chilli no left eye
Aggression and alertness without hesitation
Niggas so dead eye
People are cold-hearted and unwavering
Bout the Green no red line
Focused on money without any boundaries
Faxx
Affirmation of truth
Im off the of central right there by the store
Right off Central Avenue near the store
I took a two and I made it a 4
Doubled my initial investment
That made me even but I wanted more
Became profitable, but unsatisfied
I spent it all and went back and got more
Investing all and wanting to reap greater rewards
Now im up
Now thriving financially
Cruise through the city no bus
Driving around without relying on public transportation
Clutch
Holding onto success tightly
Still got the sky im a buss
Maintaining lofty aspirations
Trust
Believing in my abilities and success
Playing with my green its a must
Managing money is crucial
Plus
Moreover
Add up the seals in a rush
Counting the money quickly
Hush
Quiet or secretive behavior
Yeah I signed the deal but I had to make a mill for the will like my bro and nem off a podium while i spill out my will and I gotta ton of them family and synonyms gotta honor the
Despite signing a contract, I aim to make millions to fulfill my familial responsibilities
coming from the west side west side
Originating from the west side neighborhood
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Written by: Christopher Huley
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