As a lyricist, Jarren has been compared to various artists such as Ludacris, Eminem, and Red Man. At age 6, he discovered his love for hip hop. While other kids piss their beds, Jarren would stay up late, past midnight, to record “The Fresh Party,” a local Atlanta Hip Hop radio show. Soon Jarren began to write his own rhymes and by the time he reached 10 years old, he was a premature beast on the mic. Jarren’s arsenals of talent also includes production and live performance skills. For the past seven years, Jarren had been producing and writing his own music in addition to producing tracks for other local Atlanta artists. With a sick live show that puts other rappers to shame, Jarren refined and mastered this art having performed at various open mics and showcases, such as the Southeastern Music Conference and Atlantis Music Festival.
Growing up in a house hold with no father figure, Hip Hop was like a second parent to Jarren. Obsessed with breaking into the music industry, he dropped out of high school to pursue his musical career. Unfortunately, since then it’s been a downward spiral. With no education behind him it has been difficult to find a career that will allow him to support his family and satisfy his thirst for making music. Frustrated with his adversities and the current state of Hip Hop, its do or die for Jarren. With the ability to KILL any competition that comes, his way he is destined to make it. Jarren Benton is the future of hip hop, a legend in the making. Be on the look out for this new “king of the south.” Don’t sleep or you will regret it.
Dreams
Jarren Benton Lyrics
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Money, clothes, hoes and cars
Ridin' dirty in my city streets
Blowin' half a O and go and chase my dreams
Yeah, swear a nigga got dreams
Wish upon a ghetto star
Clutchin' on my hopes and dreams
Sorry y'all but that's the way it seems
Put this crack on paper
He puts his on top of triple beams
Different ways to get it but we all just want the same thing
Opportunity's a limit, there's some niggas slayin' ‘cane
Makin' out of this nightmare, swear it's hard to maintain
Underneath Graffiti Bridge searchin' for a decent vein
What's inside this needle is the only thing that ease my pain
Scariest feelin' is not knowin' how to make it one more day
So we meditate and pray, hope to God I find my way
Cause right now I'm not okay
So I take it day by day, and hope these worries go astray
I'm relyin' on these words to put my kids to better places
Call it crazy all the choices that niggas not educated
Barely made it over some obstacles that I've seen
Try not to loose my life for my sanity, when I chase my dreams
Wish upon a ghetto star
Hope my grandma's sickness vanish
Think about her frequently
Anxiety, I sit and panic
Hope you know I love you even though I don't express it much
I'm just tryna make it, niggas starvin' out here desperate
Infatuated with not bein' a loser or a lame
Money talks, I did not write the rules to all these games
Hoes flock when money comes
Bitch is you insane?
She just out here tryna get it
You can't fuck away your pain
Who am I kiddin', I can drink away mine neither
I didn't know that you was hurtin' too
I am no mind reader
And we let our demons destroy the love that we built for one another
Say some hateful shit we don't mean, ain't that a muthafucka?
You know I love when I do this shit for y'all
Apologize for everything, my back's against the wall
Barely made it over some obstacles that I've seen
And I prayin' not to lose you every day, when I chase my dreams
The song “Dreams” by Jarren Benton is about a person who is trying to escape from the struggles of everyday life by chasing their dreams. The opening line talks about wishing on “ghetto stars”, which are symbols of hopelessness and desperation. The mention of money, clothes, hoes, and cars suggests that these material things are what most people wish for to escape their tough lives.
The second stanza talks about how some people won’t make it, while others will find different ways to achieve their dreams. “Opportunity is a limit” means that there are not many opportunities for people to achieve their dreams. Some people are forced to turn to illegal activities, such as dealing drugs, in order to make money. The lyrics mention how the singer is searching for a better life but has to rely on drugs to ease the pain. It is clear that the journey towards achieving one's dreams is not easy, and the singer is struggling with anxiety and panic.
In the third stanza, the lyrics shift to personal matters. The singer mentions his love for his grandma, who is sick, and how he is trying to make it for her. He reflects on his own personal struggles and expresses regret for not expressing his love for others. The idea of money being a powerful force that attracts people is also introduced in this stanza. The lyrics also mention the destructive power of our inner demons, and how they can destroy the love we build for one another.
Line by Line Meaning
We just wishin' on the ghetto stars
Hopeful, yet realistic about the challenges of pursuing success in an impoverished environment
Money, clothes, hoes and cars
Desires and temptations that come with material wealth
Ridin' dirty in my city streets
Navigating the dangerous and unlawful aspects of urban life
Blowin' half a O and go and chase my dreams
Using drugs as a coping mechanism before pursuing personal aspirations
Yeah, swear a nigga got dreams
Confident in one's aspirations despite challenges and setbacks
Put this crack on paper
Expressing personal struggles and experiences through music
He puts his on top of triple beams
Different paths to success exist, but drug dealing is one of the most lucrative for some
Different ways to get it but we all just want the same thing
Despite the variety of routes to success, the end goal is typically the same
Opportunity's a limit, there's some niggas slayin' ‘cane
Limited options and opportunities can lead some to engage in criminal activity
Makin' out of this nightmare, swear it's hard to maintain
Surviving in an environment of poverty and danger can feel like a constant nightmare
Underneath Graffiti Bridge searchin' for a decent vein
Dependence on drugs as a means of coping and escape
What's inside this needle is the only thing that ease my pain
Seeking relief from emotional and physical pain through drug use
Scariest feelin' is not knowin' how to make it one more day
Anxiety and fear about being able to survive another day in a harsh environment
So we meditate and pray, hope to God I find my way
Turning to spirituality and faith as a source of strength and inspiration
Cause right now I'm not okay
Acknowledging personal struggles and admitting that it's not easy to overcome them
So I take it day by day, and hope these worries go astray
Trying to stay optimistic despite uncertainty and worry
I'm relyin' on these words to put my kids to better places
Using music and artistic expression as a means of providing for family and leaving a legacy
Call it crazy all the choices that niggas not educated
Critiquing societal structures that limit educational opportunities and make success more difficult for some
Barely made it over some obstacles that I've seen
Acknowledging personal perseverance and resilience in the face of obstacles
Try not to loose my life for my sanity, when I chase my dreams
Striving for success without sacrificing personal safety or well-being
Hope my grandma's sickness vanishes
Wishing for improved health and well-being for loved ones
Think about her frequently
Showing concern and care for a family member's struggles
Anxiety, I sit and panic
Experiencing anxiety and stress in the pursuit of success and personal goals
Hope you know I love you even though I don't express it much
Expressing love and admiration for a loved one, despite not always being the best at showing it
Niggas starvin' out here desperate
Recognizing the desperation and hunger for success in impoverished communities
Infatuated with not bein' a loser or a lame
Striving to succeed and avoid being labeled a failure or undesirable
Money talks, I did not write the rules to all these games
Acknowledging the influence of money and power in society, despite not having control over the systems in place
Hoes flock when money comes
Observing the ways in which wealth and status attract certain types of people
Bitch is you insane?
Questioning the motivations and sanity of individuals who are solely motivated by money
She just out here tryna get it
Recognizing that some people will do whatever it takes to succeed, even if it means sacrificing values or relationships
You can't fuck away your pain
Highlighting the limitations and pitfalls of using sex or other vices as a means of escape from emotional pain
Who am I kiddin', I can drink away mine neither
Acknowledging personal struggles with addiction and the reality that drinking is not a solution to emotional pain
I didn't know that you was hurtin' too
Realizing that others are struggling with personal pain and hardship, even if they don't always show it
And we let our demons destroy the love that we built for one another
Reflecting on how personal demons, vices, and issues can damage and destroy relationships with loved ones
Say some hateful shit we don't mean, ain't that a muthafucka?
Regretting when personal emotions and pain lead to saying hurtful things to loved ones
You know I love when I do this shit for y'all
Finding joy and fulfillment in creating music that is meaningful to and appreciated by listeners
Apologize for everything, my back's against the wall
Feeling constantly in the pressure to apologize and make amends because of personal struggles, hardship, and failed relationships
And I prayin' not to lose you every day, when I chase my dreams
Fearing that the pursuit of personal goals and aspirations may ultimately lead to losing loved ones along the way
Writer(s): Jarren Benton, Nick Gruttadauria
Contributed by Joseph S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Joshua Garrett
I'm a drug addict and in early recovery. This is one of my go to songs when I need a lift. Some real shit in this track.
Mike H
In 6 days I have 6 months. Music is very important in my recovery. Keep it up!
jack master
I listened to this while I was coming off heroin really did help
Logan Hallinger
Mark Korona you a bitch
Mark Korona
Joshua Garrett this guys prob dead
Izzy Hopps
I did the same shit and this song helped me too. Don't give up man. Sobriety is pretty cool
Sam Pendleton
It takes some talent to make a track this hard with no drums or bass. Bad-ass song.
Sean V
Jarren, if you read this. This song made me buy the album. Hard copy. So it stays with me for ever.
volume
fuckin amazing album. Bought it myself.
Sub-Zero Productions
@Jackin Jaws best movie ever