Heaven
JAY Z Lyrics

Have you ever been to heaven?
Have you ever experienced pure bliss or a state of euphoria?

Have you ever seen the gates?
Have you ever witnessed the entrance to heaven, symbolizing hope and salvation?

Have you bowed unto your highness?
Have you shown reverence to a divine being or entity?

And do you know how heaven taste?
Are you familiar with the satisfaction and fulfillment that come with achieving a state of heaven-like existence?

Knock me down
Challenges and obstacles will not keep me down or defeat me.

Arm, leg, leg, arm, head, this is God body
The human body is divine and sacred, akin to the form of God.

Knowledge, wisdom, freedom, understanding we just want our equality
The desire for equal treatment and opportunities based on intellectual, moral and spiritual attributes.

Food, clothing, shelter help a nigga find some peace
The basic needs of survival can contribute to an individual's inner peace and wellbeing.

Happiness for a gangsta, ain't no love in these streets
For a person living in a violent, harsh environment, achieving happiness and peace is difficult when there is lack of empathy and compassion in society.

Conspiracy theorist screaming Illuminati
Some people believe in a secret society or powerful group of people controlling politics and society behind the scenes.

They can't believe this much skill is in the human body
Some people are surprised at the level of capability and excellence displayed by individuals.

He's 6'2, how the fuck he fit in a new Bugatti?
Some people are amazed when they see someone succeed and achieve greatness, as if it defies physical or social limitations.

Aw fuck it you got me
An expression of amused resignation, as if to say, 'You got me there.'

Question religion, question it all
It is important to challenge and question beliefs and institutions, including religion.

Question existence until them questions are solved
Continuously questioning one's own existence and purpose can lead to greater understanding and fulfillment.

Meanwhile this heretic I be out in Marrakesh
Despite being a nonconformist or heretic, the artist is exploring and experiencing new cultures and places.

Morocco smoking hashish with my fellowship
Enjoying the company of like-minded individuals while experiencing a new culture through a recreational drug.

Y'all dwell on devil shit, I'm in a Diablo
Some people focus on negative aspects of life, while the singer is enjoying a fast and luxurious car ('Diablo' literally means 'devil' in Spanish).

Yellow shit, color of Jell-O shit
A reference to the singer's gold chains and wealth and the color yellow, which is also associated with the popular dessert Jell-O.

Hello bitch, it's me again
An expression of confidence and recognition of the artist's fame and success.

Fresh in my Easter clothes feeling like Jesus and
The artist feels pure, clean and reborn, like Jesus after the resurrection, while wearing new Easter clothes.

That's me in the corner
A reference to the popular song 'Losing my Religion' by R.E.M. and the feeling of being lost or uncertain.

That's me in the spotlight
The singer is in the public eye and under scrutiny.

Losing my religion
The artist is questioning and shedding his previous beliefs and traditions.

Getting ghost in the Ghost
The singer is disappearing from the public eye while riding in a Rolls Royce Ghost.

Can you see me? Can you see me?
The singer is asking if the public still recognizes and respects him.

Have mercy on a Judas, angel wings on a 'ghini
A plea for forgiveness, comparing himself to Judas, the disciple who betrayed Jesus, and expressing his pride in his Lamborghini with winged doors.

I'm secular, tell the hecklers seckle down
The artist is not bound by any religious or spiritual dogma and urges his critics to calm down and stop questioning him.

Y'all religion creates division
The artist believes that religion promotes separation and conflict among people.

Like my Maybach partition, and
Referring to the soundproof divider between the front and back seats of a luxury car, the singer implies that he is separating himself from the negative influence of religion.

God is my chauffeur
The singer considers God to be his guide and protector, much like a driver of a fancy car.

Boy they love Hova
A reference to one of the artist's nicknames, 'Hova,' and his widespread popularity and appeal among the public.

From the south side of Chi
A reference to the city of Chicago and the artist's origins and upbringing.

To Brooklyn where I growed up
The artist is also referencing his childhood in Brooklyn and how growing up in different places has influenced his life and art.

I confess, God in the flesh
The singer acknowledges that he is a divine being, embodying God through his music and persona.

Live among the serpents
Metaphorically, the artist is surrounded by dangerous and deceitful people, but is able to survive and thrive in that environment.

Turn arenas into churches
The singer has a powerful and positive influence on his fans, creating a sense of community and spirituality through his music and shows.

I'm like Michael, recycle, these are not 16's
Michael Jackson, known for his ecologically conscious music, inspires the singer to reuse and repurpose his lyrics, rather than writing disposable songs.

These are verses from the Bible
The singer's lyrics have the same depth and significance as passages from the Holy Bible.

Tell that preacher he's a preacher
The artist is not intimidated by or subservient to religious figures, and challenges them to be true to their beliefs.

I'm a motherfucking prophet, smoke a tree of knowledge
The artist considers himself a divinely inspired messenger, partaking of a marijuana plant symbolizing spiritual enlightenment.

Drink from a gold chalice, you gotta love it
The singer enjoys and celebrates his success and wealth by drinking from a golden cup.

I arrive at the pearly gates, I had luggage
After death, the singer expects to be judged and admitted into heaven, carrying his material possessions and earthly baggage with him.

Meaning I had baggage
The artist is not ashamed of his flaws and mistakes in life, and is willing to confront and acknowledge them.

Niggas asking me questions, I don't answer to these busters
The artist is unapologetic and defiant towards his critics and detractors, refusing to be interrogated or silenced.

Only God could judge us, motherfuckers, uh
The artist believes that only a higher power or divine authority can truly judge us, and defiantly addresses his critics once again.

Heaven or Hell
The two ultimate outcomes after death, representing either eternal reward or punishment.

The cards we been dealt
Metaphorically, referring to the challenges and circumstances of life that are outside of our control.

Are the cards that we play
Despite what life throws at us, we must make the most of what we have and persevere.

Die for what you believe
Some people are willing to sacrifice their lives for their beliefs or causes, no matter how controversial or unpopular.

Only one god recedes
All other gods or deities are inferior to the ultimate divine power.

When the shots spray
In times of danger or conflict, faith and belief can be a source of comfort and strength.