Do You Remember
J'Boog Lyrics

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[Chorus:]
Do you remeber? we was outside (side), deep in the sky feelin' oh so fly
Do you remeber, these were the ghetto days (these were the ghetto days)
Do you remeber? we was outside (side), deep in the sky feelin' oh so fly
Do you remeber, these were the ghetto days (these were the ghetto old days)

Do you know, the one reason why we get so high
Is the same reason why we try to get by

With the family in the (way)
And the butter in the (way)
I'll just make way ti'll we back together again (come to me)
I gotta keep on chasin' the game
Reppin' my name
Stack my cheese right before I get small den
I just try to try to stay above the water
These dudes are trying to get me that's why I don't need a lighter (hey yes)
Pullin' me down, draggin me round', making me drown
They hold up in your mouth blou
Lay back! (lay back, lay back, lay back)
Marinated upon the good old days (well I remember)

[Chorus:]
Do you remeber? we was outside (side), deep in the sky feelin' oh so fly
Do you remeber, these were the ghetto days (these were the ghetto days)
Do you remeber? we was outside (side), deep in the sky feelin' oh so fly
Do you remeber, these were the ghetto days (these were the ghetto days)

There be bill, we'll be chillin' outside
Reminiscing bout the music that we once played
It went, la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la
There be bill, we'll be chillin' outside
Reminiscing bout the music that we once played
It went, la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la

[Chorus:]
Do you remeber? we was outside (side), deep in the sky feelin' oh so fly
Do you remeber, these were the ghetto days (these were the ghetto days)

Do you remeber? we was outside (side), deep in the sky feelin' oh so fly
Do you remeber, these were the ghetto days (these were the ghetto days)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of J'Boog's song "Do You Remember" are a nostalgic look back on the good old days spent with friends outside in the neighborhood where they grew up. The chorus asks the listener if they remember those times: "Do you remember? We was outside, deep in the sky feelin' oh so fly. Do you remember, these were the ghetto days." The sense of community and shared experiences are themes running throughout the song.

The verses reflect on the struggles faced by those growing up in the ghetto, where drugs and violence were often present. The line "the one reason why we get so high is the same reason why we try to get by" alludes to the coping mechanisms used by many in the face of difficult circumstances. Despite these challenges, the singer remains determined to succeed, "reppin' my name, stack my cheese right before I get small den." The song ends on a cheerful note, with the friends reminiscing about the music they used to listen to and the carefree times they shared.

In summary, "Do You Remember" is a song about nostalgia and community, wrapped up in the context of growing up in the ghetto. It acknowledges the difficulties faced by those in this environment, while also celebrating the resilience and good times shared with friends.

Line by Line Meaning

Do you remember? we was outside (side), deep in the sky feelin' oh so fly
Remembering a time where they felt high and carefree while outside.

Do you remember, these were the ghetto days (these were the ghetto days)
Reflecting on the past and acknowledging the hardships of growing up in the ghetto.

Do you know, the one reason why we get so high
Acknowledging that the reason they turn to drugs is due to the difficulties of life in the ghetto.

Is the same reason why we try to get by
Ghetto life is tough, and getting high is a coping mechanism.

With the family in the (way)
Despite their love for their family, they feel constrained by them in some way.

And the butter in the (way)
There are also other obstacles in their way, whether it be personal struggles or outside forces.

I'll just make way ti'll we back together again (come to me)
Hopeful that one day they'll be reunited with their loved ones and overcome their obstacles.

I gotta keep on chasin' the game
Acknowledging the need to keep hustling to survive in the ghetto.

Reppin' my name
Making it clear that they're proud of where they come from and who they are.

Stack my cheese right before I get small den
Trying to accumulate wealth before it's too late and the harsh reality of ghetto life catches up to them.

I just try to try to stay above the water
Struggling to survive and make ends meet, but determined not to drown in the hardships of ghetto life.

These dudes are trying to get me that's why I don't need a lighter (hey yes)
Not wanting to associate with people who might bring them down or lead them astray.

Pullin' me down, draggin me round', making me drown
Feeling overwhelmed and burdened by the struggles of ghetto life and negative influences.

They hold up in your mouth blou
Not entirely clear what this line means, but possibly a reference to people talking behind their back and trying to bring them down.

Lay back! (lay back, lay back, lay back)
Telling themselves to relax and take it easy despite the difficulties of their surroundings.

Marinated upon the good old days (well I remember)
Remembering and cherishing the happier times from their past.

There be bill, we'll be chillin' outside
Hanging out with friends and enjoying simple pleasures in life.

Reminiscing bout the music that we once played
Recalling fond memories of music from their past.

It went, la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la
Referencing a memorable melody that they were once fond of.

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