Exodus
Ice-T & Top Gunz Lyrics

My life's been a great story in the ultimate war
My life has been filled with hardships and struggles, like a never-ending war.

Should I ill or do right? Make peace or go raw?
Should I embrace negative behavior or choose to do what is right? Should I seek peace or become aggressive?

I can't explain the true penalties of fame and the wealth
The negative consequences of fame and wealth cannot be accurately described.

Tell me who can I trust? I can't trust myself
I struggle to trust anyone, including myself.

Got the devil got me thinking 'bout them ill moves
I am influenced by negative thoughts and actions.

Every damn kid on the street, they got something to prove
Every young person is seeking validation and trying to prove themselves.

Push a bullet through my heart, why not? That's a start
I feel so desperate and hopeless that I consider self-destruction.

They could push their reps quicker, kill a well known nigga
Some individuals try to gain popularity and improve their reputation by killing someone well-known.

And if you say you're going to kill me, should I blast you first?
If someone threatens to kill me, should I retaliate and kill them first?

Being black is kinda like being born with a curse
Being black comes with its own set of challenges and obstacles, almost like being cursed from birth.

Do or Die, that's the code of the streets I didn't invent
The code of the streets, where one must fight to survive, is not something I created.

Niggas sketch my life out with malicious intent
People seek to harm me by plotting against me and spreading false information.

My skin color's got me trapped in a never ending ghetto
My race confines me to a never-ending cycle of poverty and struggle.

I move to the hills, but I can never let go
Even if I try to escape and improve my circumstances, I can never fully leave behind the hardships I've faced.

The gun shots and the homicides just don't stop
The sound of gunshots and the occurrence of murders are constant and never-ending.

And just because I came up, I can always drop
Despite my success and rise to fame, I am always vulnerable to falling back down.

Yo.. we come prepared for guerilla warfare
We are ready and equipped for intense and unconventional warfare.

Never scared soldiers to the heart
We are fearless warriors, dedicated and committed to our cause.

And hose them body parts with the hardwear
We use powerful weapons to inflict damage on our enemies.

You spark a dun with Bizzaro or sequel
If you provoke us, we will respond with an unexpected and intense attack.

When you catch a link on the wings of this desert eagle
If our desert eagle firearm reaches you, you will be in serious trouble.

Flappin, we splittin caps friend
We are quick and efficient in shooting and killing our adversaries.

remember when niggas would shoot joints
Remember the past when people engaged in less violent confrontations.

Now niggas be wildin' placing hollow points
Nowadays, individuals are using more lethal ammunition, like hollow point bullets.

Cause in this rat race, shit be moving at a murderous pace
In this highly competitive environment, everything happens quickly, often leading to violence and death.

Mad sons got slugs to the face, OG packs kilos
Many young individuals are getting shot, while experienced criminals are heavily involved in drug trafficking.

Over sore losers and cilo, prepare like a scout
We must always be ready and vigilant, anticipating threats and challenges.

I hold the burner on the delo
I carry a gun and am prepared to use it to defend myself.

In this age of idolatry, mad niggas worship you vanity
In this era where people idolize others, many individuals are obsessed with materialistic and superficial things.

If Five ?? you nigga maintain humanity - insanity
If the police arrest you, it is crucial to stay humble and retain your sense of humanity.

Hope you see the light like the prism's true colors
I hope you gain understanding and insight, seeing things for what they truly are.

Only a few remain brothers, fuck the others
Only a small number of people truly remain loyal and trustworthy.

In this cold world ­the war that's controlled by the trigger
In this harsh and unforgiving world, violence and conflict are controlled and dictated by those with weapons.

Revelation or the scripture got to be that live nigga
The true path to enlightenment and wisdom comes from personal experiences and learning from them.

So if niggas want to bite the sound like Tyson
If individuals want to copy my style or sound, like Mike Tyson, it's their choice.

Deck him in the left eye, murder sit down like ryerson
I will physically strike and defeat anyone who tries to imitate me, metaphorically knocking them out like Tyson.

You want to dis, don't even try son
If you want to disrespect or criticize me, don't even attempt it.

Hey yo, Pizzone ­I'm the prodigy you need to keep ya eyes on
Hey, Pizzone, I am a talented and skilled individual who deserves your attention and watchful eye.

Yo who the don, who plays it all night long?
Who is the ultimate boss and capable of dominating throughout the night?

50 mill strong, Handle like napalm. Word is bond
I possess great power and influence, and my skills are as destructive as napalm. This is the truth.

Who get it on when it's time to drop a bomb?
Who is ready and capable of taking action when the situation becomes critical?

Sadq keep it cool and calm with the niapalm
Sadq remains composed and collected, even in the midst of chaos and danger.

Droppin emcee's to their knees and make them pie straight
I easily defeat other rappers and force them to surrender or submit to my skill and dominance.

Dust and take and serve niggas on my hot plate
I defeat and conquer others, figuratively serving them as if they were my own meal on a hot plate.

So cats who got beef, we can take it to the streets
Anyone who has a problem or conflict with me can meet me in the streets to settle it.

Cause shit these niggas talk to the grave with they teeth
These individuals will continue to talk and disrespect even after death, metaphorically speaking.

It's time to meet your maker step into the new millennium
It's time for you to face the consequences of your actions as we enter a new era.

I analyze data like intel Pentium
I thoroughly examine information and data, using my intellect and analytical skills, similar to an Intel Pentium processor.

So follow me, I blame sovereignty for God we bust
Follow my lead, as I attribute my success and power to a higher authority or divine intervention.

Top Gun, move bright, smooth as Ice, sex and dust
My team, Top Gun, operates with excellence, just like me, Ice-T, combining elements of smoothness, sexuality, and aggression.

Ante up the goods, Top Gun Ice-T in your neck of the woods
Prepare yourself for the actions and offerings of Top Gun and myself, Ice-T, as we enter your territory.

I'm 15 blocks deep in the foreign neighborhood
I have ventured far into unfamiliar territory, 15 blocks away from my usual surroundings.

Street of my styles, no smiles, trying to gun down the golden child
In this environment that reflects my unique personality and characteristics, there is no joy or happiness as people attempt to harm and defeat me, the highly regarded figure.

Still on trial for my old endeavors
I am still facing consequences and judgment for my past actions and decisions.

Cold weather got catched trying to buck wholes in my fucking sweater
Harsh conditions and challenges have made it difficult for me to protect myself, leaving holes in my metaphorical armor.

Niggas is soft like butter, leathers and felt
Many individuals are weak and vulnerable, lacking toughness and resilience.

Time to heat it up and melt
It is time to become more aggressive and assertive, causing others to feel discomfort and fear.

Felt the welts from brass belt buckles to brass knuckles
I have experienced the pain and consequences of physical altercations, both from being struck by belt buckles and using brass knuckles myself.

Kill all the jokes and chuckles ­let's all get together
It's time to put an end to the lightheartedness and laughter, and come together as a unified group.

My fam stay thick together
My family remains close and united, supporting and being there for each other.

Trick off and lick off together
We engage in risky and illegal activities together, like conning and robbing others.

No matter the weather
Regardless of the circumstances or challenges we face, we remain steadfast and united.

Lets ease on down to the bow and to the bricks
Let's calmly and smoothly navigate to the dangerous and impoverished areas.

When I start to squeeze, I won't ease off a bit
Once I become aggressive and attack, I will not hold back or show mercy.

Won't be no teams up in here with no clashes
There will be no conflicting or opposing groups causing problems or disputes in this area.

Just bunk mile sleds boot shines up in the masses
Instead, you will see vehicles with loud sound systems and flashy lights, attracting attention from the crowd.

Life got no guarantees, I'm looking for the long lease
Life is unpredictable and uncertain, so I am seeking stability and security for the long term.

When I'm in LA, it ain't hard to find me
When I am in Los Angeles, I am easily accessible and can be easily located.

21st floor eating shrimp at Belonte's
I enjoy luxury and fine dining experiences, such as eating shrimp on the 21st floor of a high-end establishment.

Every time you see me I'm connected to a dime piece
Whenever you see me, I am accompanied by an attractive and highly desirable woman.

I check your styles, although you rhyme quicker
I closely observe and evaluate your performance and rap style, even if you rap faster than me.

No matter what you do, I'll always lace mine thicker
Regardless of your efforts, my lyrics and rhymes will always be superior and more impactful.

Jealousy will make a fool die quicker than liquor
Envy and resentment can lead to someone's downfall more rapidly than alcohol consumption.

Watch your back with your niggas
Be cautious and wary of those you consider your friends.

Cause that's right where they'll stick ya
Because that is precisely where they will betray and harm you.

You see me in the club jeweled up, all alone
In the club, I am adorned in expensive jewelry, standing by myself.

I give love to my homies, then I bounce the fuck home
I show affection and support to my close friends, but then I quickly leave and return to the safety of my own space.

Bodyguards are something that I just don't do
I do not believe in hiring bodyguards or relying on others for protection.

Cause if I'm after you black, I'm gonna clap them too
If I am pursuing you with the intention to harm or kill, I will not hesitate to shoot.

Money makes all my homies look brand new
When I have money, it changes the way my friends and acquaintances perceive and interact with me.

I don't fuck with the fakes, I make moves with the true
I do not associate or engage with fake or disingenuous individuals, only aligning myself with those who are genuine and trustworthy.

Ice ­baby chopping that real, thought you knew
Ice-T is delivering authentic and genuine content, as expected and known by his audience.

I might sound hard, but nigga I can die too
Although I may appear tough and invincible, I am just as susceptible to death as anyone else.

Cause I'm as real as you
Because I am genuine and authentic, just like you.