The Intro
J.O. The Last Man Lyrics

I've been trying to write these words
The artist has been attempting to write lyrics for a period of time

For God knows for how long
The artist does not know how long they have been attempting to write lyrics

Another day, another page, tryin' to write down these songs
The artist engages in the process of writing lyrics daily

But I can’t seem to get away from all these things I done wrong
The artist feels burdened by past mistakes, which is affecting their creativity

And I want to tell my brain to let these bygones be gone but
The artist desires to move on from their past mistakes and regrets, but it's not easy

The past keep coming up like the sun and I know
The artist is constantly reminded of their past mistakes, which they wish to overcome

If I don’t shake these bonds I’ll be a guy they don’t know
The artist wishes to change and grow beyond their past mistakes to become someone new

Cause I want have the fans turnin up at the show
The artist has aspirations to be successful in their music career

But I wanna be secure in my thoughts back at home
The artist desires peace of mind and satisfaction in their personal life

And if I could just tell my folks to trust that I know
The artist wishes for their family to trust in their abilities and decisions

I promise to pay it back to them all and some more
The artist will work hard and be successful to support their family and give back to them in the future

Cause I’m gonna reach the heights to make sure I’m lookin back home
The artist is determined to succeed to provide for their family and be proud of their achievements

Make sure my family comfy while I'm sittin here on my throne
The artist desires for their family to be comfortable and secure while they attain success

And if my Little past self could be seeing me now
The artist reflects on their past self and how far they have come

He’d know even better that we’ll make it somehow
The artist expresses confidence in their future success, which would be reassuring to their past self

No need for all the sleepless night and feeling so down
The artist wishes to leave behind the struggles and hardships they have experienced in the past

I promise little man that it’s happening now
The artist assures themselves and their past self that success is happening presently

And you been through more than any one person should
The artist acknowledges the difficulties and challenges they have faced in life

Already done more than most thought that you could
The artist recognizes that they have achieved more than what others expected of them

Breaking the Mold just to get up out of your hood
The artist worked hard to overcome the limitations of their environment and break free from it

But it’s the people still in there that made you do what you did
The artist acknowledges their roots and the people who inspired and supported them to succeed

And if I could just thank the ones no longer around
The artist wishes to express gratitude to those who have passed away and influenced their life

My sails filled with wind of what you did hope you’re proud
The artist feels a sense of pride and determination to succeed, inspired by those who have passed away

I swear to steer this ship till I reach higher ground
The artist is determined to navigate their journey towards success and overcome any obstacles

Silently working while they make plans out loud
The artist is focused and determined to succeed, while others talk and plan without action

And somedays be harder than the earth that’s beneath us
The artist acknowledges that some days are more difficult than others, which can be discouraging

And the air thick like water like it’s tryin' to beat us
The artist expresses the feeling of being suffocated and overwhelmed by challenges and obstacles

But we keep moving along like the rhythm and beat does
The artist is determined to keep pushing forward, even in difficult times, like the rhythm of a song

You Better show us respect Yeah that’s word to Aretha
The artist demands respect for their hard work and determination, referencing the legendary musician Aretha Franklin

Been easy on the gas with the Maximum drip
The artist has been working hard on their music, while maintaining a good balance and approach

You wonder when’s the moment listen up this is it
The artist believes they are currently experiencing success and recognition, and encourages others to take notice

So we pick ourselves up every time that we down
The artist is resilient and determined to overcome challenges and obstacles

And we stay in the fight when that bell comes around
The artist remains persistent and determined during times of difficulty, like a boxer in the ring

Cuz we worked through the night to have the sun as our crown
The artist has put in a lot of hard work and dedication to achieve success, which they believe they have earned

Been runnin on the streets but soon we owning this town
The artist believes they will soon achieve great success and recognition in their hometown

And I’m just gettin started here with all of this shit
The artist is confident and determined to continue achieving more and reaching new heights

Been steady on my craft while I’m craftin the hits
The artist has been working hard and practicing their craft to create successful and popular music