Outro
II Tone Lyrics
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My music help me wit the pain but it donβt take care of the fear
Have you been in a situation you had to pay all the bills
Not yours, ma dukes because her life getting real
Iβm talking lights and food not to mention the rent
The car and grandbabies that's child development
Her love so heaven sent
You deployed and going broke
Now ya pockets got hella lint
Cancer really tried to take her, but she beat it instead
I learned, dying on the inside, you canβt fix it with bread
And you niggas built different, you canβt handle my past
As long as you popular in the public, they go give you a pass
Especially I meant lately yβall been moving so goofy
Yβall comfortable wit success and Iβm stuck on steady improving
I used to be good bound, letβs take a spin on the block
I donβt need no validation, just believe me or not
I had work, I have work, I even had my own spot
Old friends sound mad jealous,β how he bought what he got?β
I was told, just move different, donβt be flashy and shit
They ones that do, donβt got it, cause they be faking the shit
I was raised on frontline, I wasnβt raised in no church
My other friends got money given, I had to put in that work
Ainβt nothing to brag about, I got better wit stepping out
Iβm the one watching the house, my parents not finding out
I got rides to other places, I never sold in my hood
I kept it G, and got my grades so my images stayed good
The only person ever knew it, shout out to grams cause she know it
My extra money she stashed away but she be helping me blow it
Born hustler, Iβm the one thatβs gone make it out
I was wilding like my friends, but I was looking for different routes
Ironic this is the intro but I spoke on my past
Man I really want to speak on my past (Iβm Gone)
In the song "Outro" by II Tone, the artist reflects on the struggles and challenges he has faced in his life through poignant lyrics. The opening lines convey a sense of relentless hardship, as he acknowledges that even if he were to write a song every day, his problems would still persist. While his music serves as a form of therapy for the pain he endures, it cannot fully alleviate the underlying fear that lingers within him. The juxtaposition of creative expression against the harsh reality of personal struggles sets the tone for the introspective nature of the song.
The lyrics then delve into a narrative of familial responsibility and financial burdens. II Tone describes the weight of having to support his mother financially as her life becomes more challenging, taking on the responsibilities of paying bills, providing for necessities like food and utilities, as well as supporting grandchildren. The depiction of these everyday struggles adds a layer of depth to the artist's portrayal of his reality, highlighting the sacrifices he makes for his loved ones and the emotional toll it takes on him.
As the song progresses, the artist shares a personal journey of overcoming adversity, including confronting the threat of cancer within his family and navigating financial hardships, such as going broke while serving in the military. Through these experiences, II Tone reflects on the enduring resilience and strength he has discovered within himself and his loved ones. The theme of facing internal battles, symbolized by the line "dying on the inside, you can't fix it with bread," underscores the depth of emotional turmoil and the limitations of material comforts in healing wounds.
Towards the end of the song, II Tone shifts the narrative towards self-discovery and growth, asserting his authenticity and determination to rise above his circumstances. He contrasts the facade of superficial success embraced by others with his own commitment to constant improvement and authenticity. The artist emphasizes the value of staying grounded, maintaining integrity, and quietly striving for personal progress, rather than seeking validation or flaunting material possessions. The reflection on his past, the lessons learned, and the acknowledgment of personal growth serve as a poignant conclusion to the song, encapsulating a journey of resilience, self-discovery, and perseverance.
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