m y . l i f e
J. Cole 21 Savage Morray Lyrics


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(Oh, you came there, God)
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
(Oh, Lord)
(No matter how, no matter how long it take, yeah)
No matter how long it take, nigga
(Oh, Lord, oh, yeah)
(You better be)
Spiralin' up, just like a rich nigga staircase (staircase)
No fly zone, please stay the fuck out my airspace (out my face)
Niggas say things behind backs that they wouldn't dare say (dare say)
Know it's on sight when I see you, I'm workin' at Squarespace
Yeah, top of the mornin', I know that you thought I was dormant
Woke up early from shots that were swarmin'
A block full of opps, now the cops in an orbit
Guess somebody got popped, now they knockin' on doors
Tryna find an informant but I ain't see Nathan
I'm mindin' my business as God is my witness
No weapon gon' prosper that's formin' against me
Nigga, I'm starvin', immensely
Know when I'm done with these songs, you gon' miss me
Ja Morant, I'm on my Grizzly
You niggas just cubs but no, not the ones in the big leagues
After The Fall Off, I promise I'm comin' and sellin' out Wrigley's
Nigga, I'm just a product of poverty, full of narcotics to profit off quickly
My family tree got a history of users that struggle with demons
Not really the hustler instincts
Therefore, often, my pockets was empty
So while some of my partners was servin' up rocks on the corners, the project assemblies
Me, I was startin' to envy, wanna be on the top where it's plenty
Wanna be in the spot like where every bitch want me like Rihanna droppin' new Fenty
What I see in the sky, the 'Ville is the ceilin', can't reach up too high, evidently
Nah, shit, I can't reach up too high, evidently
Never seen no one drivin' a Bentley




I can't be out here moppin' up Wendy's

My life is all I have
My rhymes, my pen, my pad
And I done made it out the struggle, don't judge me
What you're sayin' now won't budge me
'Cause where I come from (come from), so often (so often)
People you grow up with layin' in a coffin
But I done made it through the pain and strife
It's my time now, my world, my life, my life

Say what? The stuff that I've seen got me traumatized
I let the K go when Johnny died
Swangin' that muhfucka' side to side
We don't participate, ain't with that squashin' shit, all we believe in is homicides
I got a good heart, so I send teddy bears every time we make they mamas cry
I pray that my past ain't ahead of me (21)
When I'm in love, I love heavily (on God)
If you betray me, you dead to me (21)
I disrespect you respectfully (straight up)
I got some partners who left this Earth
Maybe the pain made a better me (on God)
Just know that they secrets is kept with me (on God)
I feel like the streets is in debt with me (straight up)
I gave my heart away to all the dawg hoes 'cause that's who accepted me (21)
I blame my pops for that shit 'cause if he didn't fail, he could've corrected me (21)
Give all the props to my mama 'cause no matter what, she always protected me (on God)
I promise you, it ain't no checkin' me (on God)
Jump in the water, get wet with me (straight up, 21, 21)
You want my money or wanna have sex with me?
Can't let the opps or the law get the best of me
I get to answerin', you get to textin' me
I see chicken, you niggas is breast to me
Planted a seed but it ain't a sesame
Can't let you niggas or bitches grow next to me

My life is all I have
My rhymes, my pen, my pad
And I done made it out the struggle, don't judge me
What you're sayin' now won't budge me
'Cause where I come from (come from), so often (so often)
People you grow up with layin' in a coffin
But I done made it through the pain and strife
It's my time now, my world, my life, my life

Overall Meaning

The opening lyrics of J. Cole, 21 Savage and Morray's song "m y . l i f e" set the tone for what is to come – an insightful reflection of life from a personal perspective. The line "Spiralin' up, just like a rich nigga staircase" is about the upward trajectory of life, with the staircase symbolizing a sense of success and accomplishment. Following this, the artists talk about the isolating nature of success and the feeling of separation that comes with it. The line "No fly zone, please stay the f**k out my airspace" is a message to the critics and naysayers who only want to bring them down.


The lyrics then delve into the realities of growing up in impoverished conditions, with J. Cole recalling the struggle and the initial yearning to escape the trappings of poverty. He contrasts his own struggles with that of his partners' who were "servin' up rocks on the corners," highlighting the never-ending cycle of drug abuse and addiction present in impoverished inner-city communities. However, J. Cole acknowledges his own privilege in being able to make a living through his music and the power it gives him to break out of poverty's grasp.


In the third verse, 21 Savage opens up about the traumatic experiences that have shaped him, making him the person he is today. He talks about his experiences with gun violence and death and the pain that comes with losing loved ones. The line "I got a good heart, so I send teddy bears every time we make their mamas cry" is a poignant reminder of the daily struggles that so many people face, and the need for empathy and compassion in the midst of it all.


Overall, "m y . l i f e" is a powerful and introspective look at life through the lens of three unique perspectives, highlighting the universal struggles and triumphs that we all face.


Line by Line Meaning

(Oh, you came there, God)
Acknowledgment of God's presence and power.


(No matter how, no matter how long it takes, yeah)
I will persevere despite any obstacle or length of time.


(You better be)
An ominous warning or threat.


Spiralin' up, just like a rich nigga staircase (staircase)
I am rising higher and higher in wealth and status.


No fly zone, please stay the fuck out my airspace (out my face)
Stay away from me and don't try to interfere.


Niggas say things behind backs that they wouldn't dare say (dare say)
People are often two-faced and afraid to address issues directly.


Know it's on sight when I see you, I'm workin' at Squarespace
If I see you, there will be consequences.


Yeah, top of the mornin', I know that you thought I was dormant
I am awake and active despite what you may have assumed.


Woke up early from shots that were swarmin'
I was awakened by gunshots.


A block full of opps, now the cops in an orbit
There is so much violence that the police are constantly present.


Guess somebody got popped, now they knockin' on doors
Someone was likely killed and the police are searching for information.


Tryna find an informant but I ain't see Nathan
The police won't find any help from me.


I'm mindin' my business as God is my witness
I am not involved in illegal activities and will not provide information to the police.


No weapon gon' prosper that's formin' against me
I am confident that I am protected from harm.


Nigga, I'm starvin', immensely
I am hungry for success and achievement.


Know when I'm done with these songs, you gon' miss me
I will be missed when I stop making music.


Ja Morant, I'm on my Grizzly
I am playing hard and fierce like Ja Morant.


You niggas just cubs but no, not the ones in the big leagues
You are not on my level.


After The Fall Off, I promise I'm comin' and sellin' out Wrigley's
I will achieve even greater success with my next album.


Nigga, I'm just a product of poverty, full of narcotics to profit off quickly
I come from a life of poverty and turned to selling drugs to make money.


My family tree got a history of users that struggle with demons
My family has a history of addiction and mental health issues.


Not really the hustler instincts
I don't have the same natural entrepreneurial abilities as some of my peers.


Therefore, often, my pockets was empty
As a result, I often struggled financially.


So while some of my partners was servin' up rocks on the corners, the project assemblies
While some of my peers were selling drugs on the street, I was attending community gatherings.


Me, I was startin' to envy, wanna be on the top where it's plenty
I began to feel jealous and wanted to be successful like my drug-dealing peers.


Wanna be in the spot like where every bitch want me like Rihanna droppin' new Fenty
I want to be as popular and desirable as Rihanna when she releases new products.


What I see in the sky, the 'Ville is the ceilin', can't reach up too high, evidently
In my hometown, there is a limit to how far one can rise.


Never seen no one drivin' a Bentley
In my community, luxury cars like Bentleys are not common.


I can't be out here moppin' up Wendy's
I don't want to be working a low-paying job at Wendy's.


My life is all I have My rhymes, my pen, my pad
My creativity and music are my lifeline.


And I done made it out the struggle, don't judge me What you're sayin' now won't budge me
I have overcome adversity and will not let any criticism affect me.


'Cause where I come from (come from), so often (so often) People you grow up with layin' in a coffin
In my community, many people die young.


But I done made it through the pain and strife It's my time now, my world, my life, my life
Despite the challenges, I have succeeded and am now living my best life.


Say what? The stuff that I've seen got me traumatized
I am severely impacted by the violence and trauma I have witnessed.


I let the K go when Johnny died Swangin' that muhfucka' side to side
I became violent when my friend Johnny was killed.


We don't participate, ain't with that squashin' shit, all we believe in is homicides
We do not try to resolve conflicts peacefully and instead resort to violence.


I got a good heart, so I send teddy bears every time we make they mamas cry
Despite being violent, I have a compassionate side and try to console grieving mothers.


I pray that my past ain't ahead of me (21) When I'm in love, I love heavily (on God) If you betray me, you dead to me (21) I disrespect you respectfully (straight up)
I hope my past mistakes will not hurt my future. I am a loving partner, but betrayal is unacceptable. Even when I am disrespectful, I am still trying to be considerate.


I got some partners who left this Earth Maybe the pain made a better me (on God)
My friends have died, but I have learned and grown from the experience.


Just know that they secrets is kept with me (on God) I feel like the streets is in debt with me (straight up)
I will never reveal my friends' confidences. I feel like the violent culture of our community owes me something.


I gave my heart away to all the dawg hoes 'cause that's who accepted me (21) I blame my pops for that shit 'cause if he didn't fail, he could've corrected me (21)
I have been involved with women who don't value me. I attribute this to my father's absence and lack of guidance.


Give all the props to my mama 'cause no matter what, she always protected me (on God)
My mother has always been my protector and deserves credit for my success.


I promise you, it ain't no checkin' me (on God) Jump in the water, get wet with me (straight up, 21, 21)
I am unstoppable and won't be held back. Join me in my success and enjoy the benefits.


You want my money or wanna have sex with me? Can't let the opps or the law get the best of me I get to answerin', you get to textin' me I see chicken, you niggas is breast to me Planted a seed but it ain't a sesame Can't let you niggas or bitches grow next to me
I won't be taken advantage of financially or sexually. I won't be controlled by my enemies or the police, and I will respond in my own time. I recognize when people are trying to use me and won't let them get close. I won't allow anyone to attach themselves to my success or growth.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, NAVY YARD MUSIC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jacob Brian Dutton, Jermaine Cole, Pharoahe Monch, Shayaa Bin Abraham-Joseph, Styles P, Walter Mcdaniel

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@morrayda1

m y . l i f e 🙏🏾

@teardaground

GOATEDDDDDDD

@nicolaslopez5131

You did yo thing king 👑

@trendsettakev7359

That’s you on here singing the chorus?

@abhinandukanil3415

Killed the hook🔥🔥

@ericford608

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@NitinRandhawa

This feels like a sequel to "A Lot"

@DariusClarkWallace

I felt like that too. Feels like they made em both back to back.

@RoyLevan

Yeah definitely

@2kdemiks816

damn you right.. cole and 21 gotta do a collaborative album together asap

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