Let The Show Begin
JJ Jackson & The Jackaels Lyrics

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While my emotion grows, I still won't let it show
I still won't let it show
Even if I'm broke, I still won't let it show
I still won't let it show

Nigga, welcome to my life
Life feels like I'm running through a red light
Don't believe what the blogs write

Mufuckas wanna know me so they call me Mike
I'm just chillin', watching the fight
Few friends, fake girls, pour me some ice
Table glass slippers on, lower the blinds
Never been shy, I just ignore lies
Take a look into Tyga's eyes
I breathe love but inhale the hate bomb
So numb my face gone, I need my space
And I don't do facebook
Serious look how my face look
How could a man cry while the crowd looks?
Could you walk with me if I give you my foot?
Didn't think you could

While my emotion grows, I still won't let it show
I still won't let it show
Even if I'm broke, I still won't let it show
I still won't let it show
My mind overloads I still won’t let it show
I still won’t let it show
People I love the most, I still won’t let it show
I still won’t let it show
I won’t let it show

I don't wanna feel like most rappers feel when they get a deal
Like, "yeah I'm bigger than him, he's still loco"
Gotta keep it real cause they will go loco
Like "he ain't ever go through shit we go through"
So I guess now I owe you
No, now I hold you, watch the niggas close to you
Don't compare careers, his and his fools
Acting like I knew you back in middle school
Dropped out, mama said I was a fool
I brought the drop out now me and mama cool
Told her I won't lose, showed her a Jimmy Choo
She call me son now, tell me she real proud, smiles
Oh what a feeling to be loved
Oh what a feeling to be loved
I wish I could fly like a dove

While my emotion grows, I still won't let it show
I still won't let it show
Even if I'm broke, I still won't let it show
I still won't let it show
My mind overloads I still won’t let it show
I still won’t let it show
People I love the most, I still won’t let it show
I still won’t let it show
I won’t let it show

I've learned that people will forget what you say
People will forget what you did or done
But people will never forget how you made them feel
Don't cry because it's over
Smile because it happened

Cole World, niggas ran for that heat
As the globe twirl gotta stay up on your feet
Before I say it to my girl, I say it to the beat
Then I play it for the world
And they say that shit is deep
My life is changing as we speak
They acting like they never seen a nigga on the beach
I say "peace" hope there's no sharks in my water
Then holla at my mama, man she love to see Obama
Do his thing, now look how far niggas done came
They had us on the chains, now we coppin' bigger chains
Now they say that it's smart, old nigga don't trip
But they had us on the whips, now we counting bigger whips
Oh shit, wonder how bad will it get before he rise
I'm out here trying to get rich: I survive
And a nigga got God to thank
And I'm still throwin' 5 in the tank, nigga Cole

While my emotion grows, I still won't let it show
I still won't let it show
Even if I'm broke, I still won't let it show
I still won't let it show
My mind overloads I still won’t let it show
I still won’t let it show
People I love the most, I still won’t let it show

I still won’t let it show
I won’t let it show

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of JJ Jackson & The Jackaels's song LET THE SHOW BEGIN is a testament to the artist's resilience in the face of adversity, and his determination to keep his true feelings hidden from the world, regardless of what's going on in his life. The chorus, "while my emotion grows, I still won't let it show, even if I'm broke," emphasizes the importance of not letting others see the hardships we face in our lives, and instead maintaining a positive facade, no matter how difficult the situation gets. The verses describe the artist's struggles with fame, fake friends, and the pressure to be successful, all while attempting to maintain authenticity and remain true to himself.

The first verse describes the artist's daily routine and the stresses of fame, including dealing with fake friends and ignoring criticism from others. The second verse delves deeper into the pressures of fame, as the artist tries to maintain his humility in the face of newfound success. The bridge introduces a quote from Maya Angelou, reminding listeners that people may forget what we say or do, but they will never forget how we made them feel.

Overall, LET THE SHOW BEGIN is a powerful track that speaks to the struggles of being in the public eye while maintaining one's authenticity and inner strength.

Line by Line Meaning

While my emotion grows, I still won't let it show
Even though I feel more and more emotional, I won't reveal my feelings to others

Even if I'm broke, I still won't let it show
Even if I have financial struggles, I won't show it to others

People I love the most, I still won’t let it show
Despite my deep feelings for my loved ones, I won't express them openly

My mind overloads I still won’t let it show
Even if my mind is overwhelmed with thoughts, I won't let it show

Nigga, welcome to my life
Welcome to my personal experiences and struggles

I breathe love but inhale the hate bomb
I spread love but also have to deal with negativity

Could you walk with me if I give you my foot?
Would you be willing to endure my hardships and life struggles?

I don't wanna feel like most rappers feel when they get a deal
I don't want to become arrogant or think I'm better than others after achieving success

But people will never forget how you made them feel
People will remember the emotional impact you had on them, not just what you said or did

And a nigga got God to thank
I am grateful to God for my blessings and successes

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JERMAINE LAMARR COLE, KENNETH GAMBLE, KENNY GAMBLE, LEON HUFF, ANDRE LYON, ANDRE CHRISTOPHER LYON, MICHAEL STEVENSON, MICHEAL STEVENSON, MARCELLO ANTONIO VALENZANO

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