Satisfied
J‐Live Lyrics

Hey yo
Introducing the start of the lyrics

Lights, camera, tragedy, comedy, romance
Life can be a mixture of different emotions and experiences, even like those found in movies.

You better dance from your fighting stance
You need to be able to adapt and react to your surroundings.

Or you'll never have a fighting chance
If you don't learn how to adapt, you won't succeed.

In the rat race
This is a metaphor for the competitive world we live in.

Where the referee's son started way in advance
This refers to the idea that people with connections or privilege often have a head start in life.

But still you living the American Dream
Despite the challenges, people still strive to attain the ideal of success in America.

Silk PJ's, sheets and down pillows
This is an example of materialistic success and comfort.

Who the fuck would want to wake up?
The artist is questioning the idea of wanting to leave a comfortable lifestyle.

You got it good like hot sex after the break up
The artist is comparing a comfortable lifestyle to the pleasure of sex.

Your four car garage it's just more space to take up
This is an example of the singer questioning the purpose of materialistic possessions.

You even bought your mom a new whip scrap the jalopy
This is an example of the artist pointing out how people can change their financial status and provide for their loved ones.

Thousand dollar habit, million dollar hobby
This is an example of how money can be spent on expensive habits and hobbies.

You a success story everybody want to copy
People often try to model the success of others for their own gain.

But few work for it, most get jerked for it
Many people don't work hard enough to achieve success, while others take advantage of the hard work put in by others.

If you think that you could ignore it, you're ignorant
If you choose to ignore these issues, you are not seeing the full picture.

A fat wallet still never made a man free
Money cannot buy true freedom or happiness.

They say to eat good, yo, you gotta swallow your pride
Sometimes you have to make sacrifices to achieve success, including sacrificing pride.

But dead that game plan, I'm not satisfied
The singer is not content with simply succeeding in society's standards and wants more.

[Chorus] The poor get worked, the rich get richer The world gets worse, do you get the picture? The poor gets dead, the rich get depressed The ugly get mad, the pretty get stressed The ugly get violent, the pretty get gone The old get stiff, the young get stepped on Whoever told you that it was all good lied So throw your fists up if you not satisfied
The chorus highlights the inequalities and injustices in society and encourages listeners to take action if they are not satisfied with the status quo.

Are you satisfied?
The artist is directly asking the listener if they are content with the way things are.

I'm not satisfied
The artist is expressing their own dissatisfaction with the world.

Hey yo, the air's still stale
The singer is noting the continued stagnation and lack of progress in the world.

The anthrax got my Ole Earth wearing a mask and gloves to get a meal
This is an example of how people's safety and health are threatened by environmental factors.

I know a older guy that lost twelve close peeps on 9-1-1
The singer is giving a personal example of how impactful tragic events can be.

While you kicking up punchlines and puns
The singer is pointing out the frivolous nature of some entertainment and distraction in contrast to the tragedies of the world.

Man fuck that shit, this is serious biz
The singer is emphasizing the importance of focusing on serious issues.

By the time Bush is done, you won't know what time it is
This is a critique of former President George W. Bush and his impact on the future.

If it's war time or jail time, time for promises
This is an example of how political leaders often make empty promises and cause harm to society.

And time to figure out where the enemy is
This is a reflection of how society may view certain groups or individuals as enemies, and the importance of understanding the true enemy.

The same devils that you used to love to hate
This is a reference to individuals or groups that were previously criticized or demonized, but are now being supported.

They got you so gassed and shook now, you scared to debate
This is an example of how people may be intimidated into not speaking out against those who may hold power or influence.

The same ones that traded books for guns Smuggled drugs for funds
This is a reference to individuals or groups who may once have been involved in criminal activity but have now become legitimate members of society.

And had fun letting off forty-one But now it's all about NYPD caps And Pentagon bumper stickers But yo, you still a nigga
This is a critique of how certain individuals or groups may be used for political gain or to promote a certain image, but are still subject to discrimination and prejudice.

It ain't right them cops and them firemen died
The singer acknowledges the tragedy and loss of those who worked to protect the public and the community.

The shit is real tragic, but it damn sure ain't magic It won't make the brutality disappear It won't pull equality from behind your ear
This is a critique of how solutions to problems need to be concrete and practical, and not just based on wishful thinking or illusion.

It won't make a difference in a two-party country If the president cheats, to win another four years
This is a reflection of how the political system may not always work in favor of the people.

Now don't get me wrong, there's no place I'd rather be The grass ain't greener on the other genocide
The singer recognizes that every place has its own problems and challenges, and there may be no perfect solution or utopia.

But tell Huey Freeman don't forget to cut the lawn And uproot the weeds 'cause I'm not satisfied
This is a reminder that even though there may be no perfect solution, there is still work to be done to improve society.

[Chorus: x 2] All this genocide Is not justified Are you satisfied? I'm not satisfied
The chorus is repeated to emphasize the importance of recognizing and addressing the issues in society.

Yo, poison pushers making paper off of pipe dreams They turned hip-hop to a get-rich-quick scheme
This is a critique of how certain individuals or groups have exploited music and art for their own gain.

The rich minorities control the government But they would have you believe we on the same team
This is a critique of how certain groups may have disproportionate influence on government and society, and how this may not always benefit the common good.

So where you stand, huh? What do you stand for? Sit your ass down if you don't know the answer
This is a challenge for individuals to think critically about where they stand and what they believe in, and to act accordingly.

Serious as cancer, this jam demands your undivided attention Even on the dance floor
This is a call to action for individuals to engage with and address serious issues in society.

Grab the bull by the horns, the bucks by the antlers Get yours, what're you sweating the next man for?
This is a call for individuals to focus on their own success and not worry about what others are doing.

Get down, feel good to this, let it ride But until we all free, I'll never be satisfied
This is a recognition that true satisfaction can only be achieved when everyone is free and equal.

[Chorus: x 2] Are you satisfied? Whoever told you that it was all good lied I'm not satisfied So throw your fists up if you not satisfied Are you satisfied? Whoever told you that it was all good lied I'm not satisfied So throw your fists up So throw your fists up Throw your fists up
The chorus is repeated again to reinforce the message of the song and encourage listeners to take action.