It's OK To Be Black 2.0
Jac Ross Lyrics

The world will judge you
People will form opinions about you based on your appearance or other factors

But God knows your heart
Your true character and intentions are known only to God

Black prayers from past years gon' settle in
The struggles and prayers of black people from past generations will bring about change

God is readin' the letters that we been mailin' in
God is aware of the hardships and injustices faced by black people and will provide justice

Melanin skin deep, they like to meddle in
People are quick to judge and interfere with black people based solely on their skin color

And put they knife to our wound, sharp on the metal end
Others often exacerbate the pain and hardships faced by black people

Metaphorically speakin', I'm at a world peace
Through his music, the artist seeks to spread a message of peace and unity

I met a girl who was weepin' and made her pearl cheeks glisten
The artist encountered a girl who was upset and through his actions, he was able to bring some joy to her

But no one listen, her curled kinks cover her brilliant mind
Society does not always recognize the value and intelligence of black women, focusing instead on their appearance

Resilient kind, adapted, chameleon find
Black people have overcome numerous challenges and are incredibly adaptable

Fillin' lines with lyrics, still couldn't do justice when touchin' her spirit
Even the artist's words cannot fully express the depth and complexity of the girl's spirit

Because she function from an unction, good luck with appearance
The girl's strength and character are based on an inner spirit, rather than external appearance

The surface ain't just where her worth is 'cause her perseverance made it work when it didn't, walked the Earth with a vengeance
The girl's worth is not solely based on her physical appearance but is also found in her perseverance and strength

Chocolate Hershey, goddess with posture defyin' the physics
The artist describes the beauty and strength of black women with chocolate-colored skin

Of gravity, how she still laugh when her people were pillaged
Despite the difficult history of black people, black women can still find joy and laughter

But from the steeple and the mountain top, Jac She still gon' say it proudly, "I'm black"
No matter what challenges he faces, the artist will always take pride in his black identity

Don't cry brother, it's okay to be black
Black people should not be ashamed of their identity

And don't cry baby, it's okay to be black
Black children should be proud of their heritage

Get up my son, nothing can hold you back
Black men should not let obstacles hold them back from achieving their goals

Shine, shine (shine), you're beautiful inside (yeah)
Everyone has value and beauty, regardless of their appearance

Hey, rise up, rise up, don't you know you can fly?
Black people should never doubt their potential and ability to succeed

Lookin' at this generation feelin' hopeless
The artist feels despair when he looks at the state of the current generation

Lookin' 'cross my shoulder, keep my eyes open
The artist is aware of the challenges and obstacles that black people face

Keep my mind focus, ain't no hocus-pocus
The artist remains determined and focused despite the difficulties he faces

'Cause when it's all said and done, they will all know us
Black people will eventually gain recognition and respect for their contributions to society

Tryna bring us down, keep us at our lowest
Others try to keep black people oppressed and struggling

You thought you broke us, ha-ha, but you woke us
Oppression and adversity have made black people stronger and more determined

Be a leader, not a follower, a modern day Moses
Black people should lead by example and inspire others to progress

I'm the water to the seeds that become roses
The artist seeks to inspire and nurture others, helping them to grow and thrive

Black and beautiful (black)
Black people are inherently beautiful and should be appreciated for their unique qualities

Head to my cuticles, darkness is what I'm movin' through (black)
The artist's entire being is defined by his blackness and the struggles he faces as a black person

They want my eyes wide shut, that's just the usual (black)
People try to keep black people unaware of the challenges and injustices they face

How have I not died yet?
The artist is amazed by the resilience and strength of black people

They tryna take my neck and put that shit through a noose
The artist references the systemic racism and violence that black people face, including the use of lynching in the past

Black on black on black, black on black, black, my skin is so black
The artist takes pride in his blackness and the beauty of his dark skin

Black don't crack, that's why they gave us crack, now look where we at
Black people have been mistreated and oppressed, leading to struggles with substance abuse and other issues

Once I get some reparation racks, watch how I react
If black people are given reparations for past injustices, they will use their newfound wealth to build a better future

Keep that income tax, I need forty acres in the pack
The artist jokingly references the promise of forty acres and a mule that were supposed to be given to freed slaves as reparations

Don't let no one put you down
Black people should not allow others to diminish their worth or make them feel inferior

Let me see your smile (let me see your smile)
The artist encourages black people to find joy and happiness despite their struggles