Feelings
J.C. Jess Lyrics
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(Them Feelings)
(Them Feelings)
(Them Feelings)
(Them Feelings)
(Them Feelings)
(Them Feelings)
(Them Them)
(Them Feelings)
Yeah (Them Feelings)
(Them Feelings)
Mmmm (Them Feelings)
Have you ever had the feeling down there
Trying keep it PG, around there
Have you ever felt that joy you had inside
But have a little bit guilt feeling like you need to hide
The urge that the devil puts in you
Too strong you need to follow through
Feeling like you wasted those hours
Letting it destroy me like a dang coward
It feels like you've been defeated
Oh man
Oh man
You being cheated (Being cheated)
Yeah
Lord Jesus I ask you now, I bow down
To get rid of the youth it's getting rid of my frown
Lord Jesus I ask you now, I bow down
To get rid of the youth, it's getting rid of my frown
I be having Them Feelings
But I'm the only one who knows it's the devil's beatings
But I won't always be a victim of defeating
Declare oh devil to you I won't be kneeling
I won't be kneeling
Oh
I'm growing up, you already know
You treat a jokester like he was a foe, why
Cause he made a joke about you
Didn't like it
You had so much anger, you didn't want to fight it
You wanted to fight him
You wanted to smite his limb
You made the situation lot more grim
Bad decision made you and I
Victims of a gadfly, yeah
When I was in elementary
I can see, I was a lot more friendly
Now times have changed
My friends be living in them chains
Now kids in my friend group be acting insane
To impress a girl please stop wasting that time
Do something intelligent like writing rhymes
Lord I ask you know, I bow down
To get rid of the youth, it's getting rid of my friends frown
(It's Them Feelings)
(It's Them Feelings)
(Them Feelings)
(Them Feelings)
(You be having them)
(Can't escape them)
(Them Feelings)
(Yeah,Yeah)
(You be having them)
(You be having them)
(Can't escape them)
I know you be having Them Feelings bro, I know you do
But don't worry I feel the same way
We all brothers and sisters in this thing
Come on, let's go
Me and my friends be having Them Feelings
But I'm the only one who knows it's the devil's beatings
But we ain't always, gonna be in defeating
I declare oh devil to you I won't be kneeling
I won't be kneeling
I won't be kneeling
I won't be kneeling
Oh woah woah
Mmm
Before I go
I wanna give a little message and some advice to the youth
Let me just say
Don't live to serve people, serve God
Don't live for people's acceptance
cause if you live for people acceptance you will die from their approval
Also, don't fall into peer pressure
I know we all be having Them Feelings you know to fit in and be popular
But you know, if you fall into peer pressure and it's for something bad you know
It can really change you, that's all
God bless you guys
J.C. Jess's song "Feelings" is a reflection of the artist's mental state, as he grapples with a multitude of issues that include both external and internal factors. The song begins with the artist expressing how he is being followed by drama and stress, which seem to be chasing him down a highway express. Despite the oppressive nature of these stressors, J.C. Jess wishes for blessings upon the beggars who are in his vicinity. He acknowledges that he is getting all the money, while others may not be as fortunate, but wishes that everyone who needs him can learn to fly and jump out of their nest, landing on a blessing, and letting God do the rest.
The song undertakes a contemplative tone, as the artist reflects on the various factors that have contributed to his current situation. J.C. Jess recognizes that most of his problems are real, but others are just in his head. However, he admits that he tries to find happiness in a pill, a misguided approach to finding contentment. The song also touches on the theme of validation, which he refers to as a drug. J.C. Jess alludes to the fact that many people are following him, which indicates that they are after something he possesses, but he counsels them to follow their guts. In essence, J.C. Jess is introspective throughout the song, as he recognizes his flaws and wishes to be treated like a human being.
Line by Line Meaning
Ayy, drama and stress
Life can be stressful and complicated
Chasing me down on a highway express
Feeling like life is moving too fast and there's no escape from the stress and drama
Bless the beggars on my right and my left
Recognizing and giving thanks for the less fortunate people around us
Bless the beggars living right in my texts
Being grateful for even the little things that bring joy, like messages from friends
I'm getting all the money, not all the rest
Focusing on personal success and wealth, rather than getting hung up on the opinions and actions of others
I hope every single person that need me
Wishing the best for those who rely on him
Learn how to fly and jump out of they nest
Encouraging others to take risks and push themselves out of their comfort zones
Land on a blessing, let God do the rest
Trusting in a higher power to guide and provide for us in life
Ninety-nine problems and most of them real
Feeling like life is full of real, significant problems and struggles
Some of them really just all in my head
Recognizing that some of the problems are self-created or exist only in his own perceptions
I'm letting go of happiness for a pill
Trying to find happiness through external means or substances
I'm tryna find some happiness in a pill
Continuing to search for happiness and contentment in unhealthy ways
Validation is a drug
Feeling that the approval of others is addictive and can become all-consuming
Even niggas following us, ayy
Feeling like there are people constantly watching and scrutinizing his actions
Tell 'em to follow they gut, ayy
Encouraging others to trust their own instincts and feelings
I'm swimming in money 'cause I never swam as a kid
Enjoying the success and wealth he's achieved, despite his humble beginnings
And I thought I'd be dumb as a bitch
Feeling surprised and grateful for the opportunities and success he's attained, despite doubting his own abilities
A house with a pool is a dream that I left in my bed
Feeling like certain dreams or aspirations are no longer as important or meaningful as they used to be
'Cause I wasn't supposed to be shit
Recognizing that societal expectations and norms may have limited his potential, but working hard to overcome them
Lucky for me, I was curious, y'all call it ADHD
Viewing ADHD as a gift that enabled him to think differently and achieve unique success
'Til I decided to squeeze a thought, that I could one day be rich maybe
Believing in his own abilities and dreams, despite doubting them at first
I be tryna tell 'em, I do not need no treatment
Resisting the idea that he needs external help or therapy to manage his thoughts and emotions
I just need for you to treat me like I'm human
Asking for others to treat him with basic respect and understanding
Like we even, like we equal
Advocating for equality and fairness in social interactions
Breathing, feeling (feeling, feeling)
Reflecting on the basic human experiences of breathing and feeling
Touch down '97, ayy
Referring to a specific moment or time in his life
February 11, ayy
Referring to another specific moment or time in his life
God said, 'let there be a motherfucker
Feeling that his existence is part of a greater plan or purpose
That's gon' stand right up and ask some questions, ayy
Feeling a sense of curiosity and wonder about life
Don't take no direction, ayy
Preferring to forge his own path and make his own choices
Then make everybody else a sucker for attention, ayy
Feeling that his unique perspective and actions attract attention from others
I don't walk on water, no
Recognizing his own limitations and flaws
But some people praise me, ayy
Feeling uncomfortable with the attention and praise he receives from others
Do I even like it? No
Questioning if the attention and praise he receives are genuine or desirable
Do I really hate it? Ayy
Feeling conflicted about the attention and praise he receives from others
I been going through it and the magic word is 'through'
Recognizing that struggles and hardships are part of life, but knowing that they will eventually pass
Found myself in all the bullshit, then I flushed the residue
Letting go of past mistakes or negative experiences
Now a young nigga so driven, I got mileage for days
Feeling motivated and passionate about his goals and dreams
Life is pussy, pussy's good but sometimes it's okay
Viewing life as full of enjoyable moments, but also recognizing that not everything is perfect all the time
Yeah, sometimes it get average
Feeling that life can be ordinary or uneventful at times, without the highs or lows
I be spittin' fire like a dragon, you a angry bird
Feeling like he's fierce and passionate, while others may be angry or envious of his success
Mad at my wings instead of your own
Feeling that others may be resentful or critical of his success, rather than focusing on their own opportunities or abilities
Hating on me and loving my clones
Feeling like others may copy or imitate his style or success, while also criticizing him for it
You hating my pics but mimic the pose
Feeling like others may criticize his actions or style, while also trying to emulate it
Throw me in the ditch, then later realize you planted a rose
Feeling like others may underestimate him or try to bring him down, only to realize later that he had potential or promise all along
That's why I stay in a planet of my own, and I mind mine
Preferring to focus on his own goals and dreams, rather than worrying about the opinions or actions of others
Promise you, if I don't die a legend, I'ma die trying
Determined to leave a lasting impact or legacy in life
I don't see no stop signs
Feeling unstoppable and motivated to keep pursuing his goals
Ain't no such on cloud nine
Feeling like there is no perfect or ideal state of happiness or success
When y'all say the names of our legends, y'all better shout mine
Feeling confident and proud of his own accomplishments and contributions to his field
Everybody got an opinion, they wanna outline
Feeling that others may have strong opinions or criticisms of his actions or decisions
Niggas made the worst of decisions, then wanna doubt mine
Feeling frustrated by others who have made poor choices or mistakes, but criticize his own decisions
Everything looks simple 'cause y'all looking from the outside
Feeling that outsiders may have a simplistic or superficial view of his experiences or struggles
Go control your own blessings, nigga, let me count mine
Encouraging others to focus on their own opportunities and blessings, rather than worrying about his own success or accomplishments
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Written by: Carlos Lemos
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