Keep It On
J-88 Lyrics
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Some people let their dirt out, I'll keep it all in
Some people let their dirt out, I'll keep it all in
Maybe if I explain, then I can flip some sins
Everybody wants a spot at the top
When you're blinded by the ego, man, nothing is enough
A lot of friends are lost, but I still got love
Forgive, but don't forget
Hol' up, I don't wanna sound like a saint
But I got demons around me and we ain't the same
Lately I've been going a lil bit crazy
Burning bridges like I'm burning my paper
You still my dawg, and I hope you're doing fine
But sometimes our minds won't align
And that's fine, i'm not looking to divide
Don't feel attacked, it just a lil piece of my mind
Big J, roll one up
KOD, burn one up
Lil change, more than enough
Sharing sins when im high as fuck, now let's go
Some people let their dirt out, I'll keep it all in
Some people let their dirt out, I'll keep it all in
Some people let their dirt out, I'll keep it all in
Maybe if I explain, then I can flip some sins
I woke up on this morning and I asked myself
Is life worth living or should I blast myself
Guess I had my highs and I had my lows
And if this music wasn't here then I'd be long gone
One time for the solo stoner
So high yet I never felt so sober
Yes, I burned a lot of product, yeah
On the corner smoking chronic, yeah
Got an opportunity to look above the system
If you'd see the same you would make the same decision
Office feels like school
Cuz the education fools all the youth and turns them into working tools
How my life ended up like a Joker sequel
'Cause I can't help fake smiling to these other people
They will never comprehend with all the motives that I have
So, I be moving on keep everything for myself
Like picture me rollin'
Like picture me rollin'
Like picture me rollin'
Like picture me rollin'
Some people let their dirt out, I'll keep it all in
Some people let their dirt out, I'll keep it all in
Some people let their dirt out, I'll keep it all in
Maybe if I explain, then I can flip some sins
In the song "Keep It On" by J-88, the lyrics express a personal choice to keep one's struggles, flaws, and secrets hidden rather than letting them out. The repetition of the line "Some people let their dirt out, I'll keep it all in" emphasizes this inner turmoil and the decision to internalize it. The singer acknowledges that explaining their experiences and emotions might help them confront and overcome their demons. They also reflect on the pressure to achieve success and recognition, but recognize that ego-driven ambitions ultimately lead to dissatisfaction.
The lyrics touch on the complexities of relationships as well. The singer mentions losing friends along the way, yet still having love for them. They emphasize the importance of forgiveness while cautioning against forgetting past mistakes. The line "But sometimes our minds won't align" highlights the struggles of understanding and connecting with others.
The second verse delves into the singer's inner thoughts and emotions. They question the worth of life and contemplate self-harm before acknowledging the role music plays in keeping them grounded and alive. The references to being high and feeling sober suggest that music provides a sense of clarity and purpose. The lyrics also criticize the education system, likening it to a tool that suppresses individuality and creativity.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of isolation and the singer's desire to protect themselves. They feel misunderstood by others and have learned to keep their emotions and experiences to themselves. The repeated line "Like picture me rollin'" could be seen as a metaphor for adapting to and moving through life's challenges, while still keeping everything internalized.
Lyrics © DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jackie Mok, Nico Mok
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