Take My Time
J.Lately Lyrics

Don't buy no shoes that I'll trip if I put a scuff in it
I don't want to invest in something that will easily get damaged or ruined.

Don't like to use the word love if I'm not in love with it
I prefer not to use the word 'love' unless I truly mean it and feel it.

Don't gotta be on my (whew) if you don't like sucking it
You don't have to be a part of my life if you don't enjoy being involved.

Don't like to twist on your arm, I'll keep my distance and charm
I prefer not to pressure or manipulate someone into doing something, I'll maintain my distance and rely on my charisma instead.

Probably better sharing feelings than fixing cars and shit
It's likely more beneficial to express and communicate emotions than to repair material things like cars.

I'm bad at making new friends than the ones I started with
I struggle with forming new friendships more than maintaining the ones I've had for a long time.

I'm tired of fucking with strangers at every bar we hit
I'm exhausted from interacting with unfamiliar people every time we go to a bar.

They try to tell you that's life but it's just a part of it all
People may try to convince you that it's just a normal part of life, but it's only a fraction of the whole picture.

They only see our nights, they rarely see our mornings
Others often witness our exciting and eventful times, but rarely do they observe our simple and ordinary moments.

I've been staring at the ceiling rather be out touring
I've been spending time alone, lost in my thoughts, wishing I could be out on tour instead.

I've been known to give it all whenever we out for it
I have a reputation for putting my heart and soul into everything I do when we're out pursuing our goals.

Even when the fucking rain gotta be out pouring
Even when faced with challenging circumstances, I have to keep moving forward and giving my all.

I should be out more and I should learn my lessons
I should be more social and make an effort to learn from my experiences.

Never good at placing blame think I deserve my stress and
I'm not skilled at blaming others, I believe I deserve the stress and challenges I face.

Never good at pretending that I was good at shit nah
I'm not skilled at pretending to be good at something when I'm really not.

I'm bad at lying sometimes I wish I was good at it all
I struggle with being dishonest, and at times, I wish I had the ability to lie convincingly in all situations.

But you can bet that I'ma take my time
Rest assured, I will proceed at my own pace.

Want a problem wouldn't make my day
I don't seek or desire conflicts or difficulties to make my day better.

Oh what a world if they would all just leave
Imagine how amazing the world would be if everyone who causes negativity and problems would simply leave.

Lock the door and let the daylight stay
Secure the door, allowing positivity and brightness to remain.

In my life I take 60 hours and turn them to 60 seconds
I have the ability to make the most out of my time and accomplish a lot in a short period.

Don't ever start guessing the way my blessing work
Never attempt to predict or understand how my blessings manifest in my life.

J, tell them lately ain't worried bout expectations
Let me clarify, I, J.Lately, am not concerned about meeting or exceeding others' expectations.

Like Mrs. Jackson
Similar to the confidence and independence of Mrs. Jackson (a reference to the song 'Ms. Jackson' by Outkast).

Still so nasty with rhythm nation
I'm still incredibly talented and skilled in delivering rhythmic music, similar to Janet Jackson's 'Rhythm Nation' era.

These verses, reflections from scriptures off revelations (church)
These lyrics are like thoughtful insights and lessons inspired by religious texts and profound revelations.

Call my future women resemble Sanaa Lathan (work)
I envision my future partners possessing qualities reminiscent of the alluring Sanaa Lathan (a reference to her acting career).

Speak it to existence the world is all for the taking
By asserting my desires and aspirations, I can manifest them into reality, as the world is open to infinite possibilities.

It just take a little time big dreams and bold statements
Achieving significant dreams and making courageous declarations simply require patience and persistence.

I just keep it moving while ducking these loan payments
I maintain my momentum and progress while avoiding the burden of repaying loans.

I be high off life playing cards and smoking aces
I find euphoria and fulfillment in the joys of life, engaging in activities like playing cards and enjoying quality cigars.

Boy you cutting up like cutting decks in the basement
You are extremely skilled or talented, similar to the precision of cutting decks of cards in a basement.

Percy Miller told me wasn't no limits I got them shaking
The influential Percy Miller (Master P) assured me that there are no boundaries or limitations, causing others to be surprised or intimidated by my endeavors.

Should have been a doctor I'm always working on patience
Given my inclination towards having patience, it's as though I should have pursued a career in medicine as a doctor.

I'm just pacing like Reggie against the Lakers
I'm simply moving at my own steady rhythm, similar to basketball player Reggie Miller's pacing against the Los Angeles Lakers.

We add all the numbers like being stuck in The Matrix
We calculate and consider all the variables and aspects of a situation, akin to being trapped in the complex world of 'The Matrix.'

Or maybe I'm just me I should say less
Perhaps, the best approach is for me to be myself and speak less.