Pride
I.V.A Lyrics

Johnny Cash
The iconic American country singer known for his rebellious attitude and unique style

And PBR
Pabst Blue Ribbon, a cheap beer often associated with working-class Americans

Jack Daniels
An American whiskey brand from Tennessee

Nascar
A popular American auto racing series

Facebook
One of the largest social media platforms worldwide

Myspace
A now-defunct social media platform that was popular in the early 2000s

IPod
A popular portable media player developed by Apple

Bill Gates
An American entrepreneur and the co-founder of Microsoft

Smith and Wesson
A firearm manufacturer known for its revolvers and pistols

NRA
The National Rifle Association, a powerful gun rights advocacy organization in the United States

Firewater
A slang term for hard liquor

Pale Face
A potentially derogatory term referring to white people, often used in Native American communities

Dimebag
A nickname for the late American musician Darrell Abbott, who was a founding member of the band Pantera

Tupac
The stage name of Tupac Shakur, an influential American rapper who was killed in 1996

Heavy Metal
A subgenre of rock music known for its loud, aggressive sound and rebellious lyrics

Hip-Hop
A genre of music characterized by spoken lyrics over a musical background

I am What you fear most
The artist sees themselves as a representation of the things that the listener may be afraid of

I am What you need
The singer believes that they are what the listener desires or requires

I am What you made me
The singer feels that their identity has been shaped by external forces or circumstances

I am The American dream
The artist sees themselves as embodying the ideal of success and prosperity that is often associated with the United States

I'm not selling out I'm buying in
The artist is asserting that they are not compromising their values or beliefs, but rather embracing them fully

I will not be forgotten
The artist intends to make an enduring impact on the world

This is my time to shine
The singer feels that the present moment is their opportunity to achieve success or recognition

I've got the scars to prove it
The artist has experienced challenges or hardships that have left them with physical or emotional scars

Only the strong survive
A common adage implying that only those who are resilient and determined will succeed in life

I'm not afraid of dying
The singer is fearless and unconcerned about the possibility of death

Everyone has their time
The singer acknowledges that everyone will eventually experience their own moment of triumph or adversity

I've never favored weakness
The artist values strength and resilience, and sees vulnerability or fragility as undesirable qualities

Welcome to the pride
The artist is inviting the listener to join them in their celebration of strength and American identity

Disneyland
A popular American theme park known for its rides and attractions based on classic Disney characters and stories

White House
The official residence of the President of the United States

JFK
John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States, who is often represented as an American hero and icon

And Mickey Mouse
One of the most famous cartoon characters in the world, created by the Walt Disney Company

John Wayne
An iconic American actor and film star known for his portrayal of rugged, masculine characters

Springsteen
Bruce Springsteen, an American musician known for his work as a singer, songwriter, and guitarist

Eastwood
Clint Eastwood, an American actor, film director, and producer known for his work in Western films and action movies

James Dean
A legendary American film actor who became a cultural icon after his untimely death in 1955

Coca-Cola
A popular soft drink brand that originated in the United States

Pepsi
A competing soft drink brand that is also popular in the United States

Playboy
A magazine brand known for its articles, interviews, and photographs of attractive women

Text me
A reference to the ubiquity of mobile phones and text messaging in contemporary American society

NFL
The National Football League, a professional American football league

NBA
The National Basketball Association, a professional American basketball league

Brett Favre
A retired American football quarterback who played for multiple teams during his career, including the Green Bay Packers

King James
A nickname for LeBron James, one of the most successful basketball players in contemporary American sports

I am All American
The artist is proud of their American identity and sees themselves as embodying the values and culture associated with American society

I am Living the dream
The singer feels that they are achieving their goals and experiencing the life that they desire

I am Anarchy
The artist identifies with the concept of anarchy, which is a political philosophy that advocates for the abolition of government and hierarchical social structures

Since the dawn of time Only the strong have survived
The singer is suggesting that the fundamental nature of human existence is rooted in struggle and that only those who are resilient and persistent will survive