Intro
J.R. Writer Lyrics


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F.I.R.—Intro寻梦之途
(Music)
(along the beach)
Real:Wait,are we getting lost?
Faye:Where is the place Ian?Are we almost there?
Ian:Yeah! See the island over there!?
Real:Man it looks like a long way away
Faye:Oh! We all gonna drawn!
Ian:If we don't try then we'll never know,right?
Real:Right!
Ian:So let's go!
Faye:Guys wait for me! Hey!
Ian:Hey!You guys alright?
Real:Yeah,we're ok!
Faye:Yeah!




Ian:I think it's about half way...
(...inspired by the movie"The Beach")

Overall Meaning

In the introductory track "Intro," J.R. Writer sets the tone for his album. The rapper reflects on his struggle to build a brand and how people judge one's progress too quickly. The chorus emphasizes how you cannot compromise while striving to achieve success. J.R. Writer describes how society's customs and expectations can dampen one's entrepreneurial spirit and how people are programmed to obey social norms, limiting their potential. The line "This island will open your eyes/Country full of savages/Lord of the flies" references how England and its competitive nature serve as motivation for the rapper to thrive. The rapper then reflects inward and admits that he hid his problems and true feelings from his friends and the public. However, he encourages himself to break free of negative stereotypes to live a better life.


Line by Line Meaning

Tryna build a brand
I am working hard to establish my personal brand and rise to success.


And man they really judge you quick
People are often quick to judge and criticize others, especially those trying to build a brand.


But like I said it's in the build
Success takes time and effort, and one must endure the process of building something meaningful.


And how quick have you seen someone build somet sick? (Somet sick)
There are success stories of individuals who achieved greatness in a very short amount of time.


Everybody so quick to tell you lies
People often lie or exaggerate to make themselves look better or deceive others.


Just tryna do me can't compromise (No I can't)
I am striving to remain true to myself and my values, and I refuse to compromise them.


This island will open your eyes
Living in a certain environment can change one's perspective and open their eyes to realities they never noticed before.


Country full of savages
The world can be cruel and unforgiving, and some individuals can be savage in their actions and behaviors.


Lord of the flies
A reference to the novel 'Lord of the Flies' by William Golding, which portrayed the dark, savage side of human nature.


Told K that we need be better living
I had a conversation with someone named K about the need for us to improve our lives and become better individuals.


Never known anyone in their comfort zone to make a million
Achieving great success requires stepping out of one's comfort zone and taking risks.


So keep killing them (Keep killing them)
I will continue to work hard and achieve success, and overcome any obstacles in my way.


Keep quiet and keep your cool
Maintain a calm and collected demeanor, and avoid being reactive or impulsive in difficult situations.


The public will praise you for what you practice in private
People will appreciate and admire hard work and dedication, even if it is not always visible to the public eye.


If your enraged by a fool then you become the fool
Becoming angry or frustrated with someone who is not worthy of attention can reflect poorly on oneself and make the situation worse.


Then I said Saturdays are for the boys
A playful reference to the idea that Saturdays are a time for hanging out with friends and enjoying oneself.


That's what I told her
I shared this idea with someone, possibly a romantic interest or friend.


Angel by my side I got the devil on my shoulder
An internal struggle between good and evil, representing the temptation to make bad choices despite having good intentions.


We ain't supposed to speak our mind
Society can discourage people from expressing their true thoughts and opinions, leading to conformity and suppression of individuality.


It's how we're programmed and designed
Humans are conditioned by society and environments to conform to certain behaviors and norms.


But if we break that stereotype
By defying societal expectations and norms, individuals can make meaningful changes and stand out from the crowd.


We might be living better lives
Breaking out of societal norms can lead to a more fulfilling and satisfying life.


I was hiding my strife
I was concealing my internal struggles and challenges from others.


Protecting my pride and hiding inside (Fuck sake)
Trying to maintain pride and confidence, while feeling trapped and stuck in difficult circumstances.


In who am I meant to confide?
Feeling isolated and unsure of who to trust or turn to for support.


See it was all in my head sometimes I'm Mr. Brightside
Realizing that many of one's struggles and conflicts are internally generated, and recognizing the potential for positive thinking and optimism.


Sitting on a some bangers thinking this is my time
Reflecting on past success and anticipating future success and opportunities.


Used to watch 8 Mile and mime at the screen
Referencing the film '8 Mile' and the tendency to mimic one's idols or inspirations.


Now gyallie whine on the team
Now surrounded by attractive women who dance and perform on his team or in his circle.


Girls sell you a dream
Women can have their own agenda and motivations, which may involve using men or manipulating them for their own purposes.


I'm a hypocrite cos I get friendly with the slags in the run up to Halloween
Acknowledging one's own hypocrisy or contradictions, as they engage with individuals they would otherwise criticize or judge.


Inspired by the fashion guys they've got the maddest drive
Feeling motivated and inspired by individuals who have achieved great success in fashion or other industries.


Reach for the skies and miss so what
Encouraging oneself and others to aim high and pursue one's dreams, even if they encounter obstacles or failures along the way.


Go back to living deprived (Huh)
A reminder that a lack of success or achievement can lead to depravity, and that hard work and determination are necessary for success.


I'm killing these guys and delivering vibes
Working hard and achieving success, while also creating a positive and inspiring atmosphere and energy.


I put myself in the deep end
Taking risks and challenging oneself to achieve greater success and growth.


'Cause the boats already gonna end up capsized
Recognizing that failure and disappointment are sometimes inevitable, but pushing forward despite the challenges.


My space is the only thing you guys burglarize
My personal space and success are the only things individuals will try to steal or copy.


That implies Junior the franchise
Asserting one's dominance and success in a specific field or industry.


Meet me by the Golden Gates if you empathize
Challenging and inviting others to join in one's pursuit of success and growth, and to understand the struggles and challenges involved.


Kind of mad 'cause more time it's ya mates that will jeopardize
Frustration with the fact that often one's own friends or acquaintances may sabotage or negatively affect one's success and growth.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: YI HENG WU

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Comments from YouTube:

@ShaiCoke

i taught myself how to rap off this cd when i was little no cap this shit still classic

@ianbryantdba5996

2018 , still gives me chills

@jewellbell8642

2021 chills

@PoppaPryce

@@jewellbell8642 2023 chills

@dragonfist25

Beat is hot and he came hard with the punch lines.

@1loyalking811

East Coast standing ovation!👍👍🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

@stevesiri9700

This track could destroy someone in a rap vs battle!!! Writer got hits!!! He go hard!!!! 💪💪💪🔥🔥🔥🔥

@opalocka3056

One of the best intros of all time... dead serious

@KidiZCkraCk

no 🧢

@brianomalley9627

Such a nasty best and his flow is incredible

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