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The Wolf
Jedi Mind Tricks Lyrics
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these streets is vietnam/
I'm like Jesus tryin to complete a Psalm/
I believe in Islam/
Heathens can bleed till they gone/
Its on, anyone can get hit/
Anyone can get the center of their energy split/
Ya'll bitch rappers only got hearts on Valentine's/
And all ya'll that wanna know how my metal feel/
It get settled in the temple when my beretta kill/
My pen bleeds the ink ya'll spill
But ya'll still seem to think ya'll real/
Jedi mind real put the 9 to your grill/
We spit real...and ya'll run for the hills/
I'll stab you in the back till it weakens the knees/
And smash you with a statue of Jesus that bleeds/
In Jedi Mind Tricks's song The Wolf, rapper Vinnie Paz (ikon) delivers a powerful and gritty verse that speaks to the violence and chaos of the streets. He compares the streets to Vietnam, a war-torn battleground where danger lurks around every corner. Despite this, he sees himself as a savior figure, like Jesus, who is trying to complete a Psalm, or a sacred song of praise. He declares his faith in Islam, but also acknowledges that heathens, or non-believers, can still bleed and suffer the consequences of their actions.
Vinnie Paz's verse is full of violent imagery and aggression, as he warns that anyone can become a victim of his wrath. He talks about splitting the center of someone's energy, which could refer to a physical attack or a spiritual one. He also mentions facing Palestine, which could be interpreted as a call to stand up to oppression and defend the rights of the oppressed. He contrasts himself with "bitch rappers" who only have hearts on Valentine's Day, suggesting that they lack the courage and toughness required to survive in the streets.
In the final lines of the verse, Vinnie Paz vividly describes his willingness to use any means necessary to defeat his enemies. He talks about stabbing someone in the back and smashing them with a statue of Jesus that bleeds. This could be seen as a metaphor for the hypocrisy and corruption that he sees in society, or as a literal threat to those who would try to stand in his way.
Line by Line Meaning
these streets is vietnam/
These streets are dangerous, like a warzone reminiscent of Vietnam.
I'm like Jesus tryin to complete a Psalm/
I am on a holy mission, like Jesus completing a religious song.
I believe in Islam/
My faith is in Islam.
Heathens can bleed till they gone/
Non-believers will suffer until they are no more.
Its on, anyone can get hit/
I am ready for any fight, and anyone can be a target.
Anyone can get the center of their energy split/
I can hit anyone in their core, both physically and mentally.
My enemies fit, to face Palestine/
I am prepared for combat with anyone, even those who threaten a sacred land like Palestine.
Ya'll bitch rappers only got hearts on Valentine's/
Other rappers only show love on Valentine's Day and are not truly tough.
And all ya'll that wanna know how my metal feel/
Those curious about my weapon's power will see for themselves.
It get settled in the temple when my beretta kill/
The aftermath of my gun's hit will leave a lasting impression on the victim's mind and body.
My pen bleeds the ink ya'll spill
My lyrics are powerful and cause emotional pain, just like the words of others.
But ya'll still seem to think ya'll real/
Despite my impact, others still believe they are authentic.
Jedi mind real put the 9 to your grill/
My group is really tough, and we won't hesitate to use our guns to intimidate and harm.
We spit real...and ya'll run for the hills/
Our words are true and powerful, causing fear in others.
I'll stab you in the back till it weakens the knees/
I will sneakily harm you until you are weakened and vulnerable.
And smash you with a statue of Jesus that bleeds/
I will use any means to harm and cause destruction, even if it involves an iconic and religious figure.
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: JAIRO A FUENTES, KEVIN GORMAN BALDWIN, VINCENT LUVINER, WILLIAM BRAUNSTEIN
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@strykersteel3914
2:29 Yeahh the street is vietnam
I'm like Jesus tryin to complete a Psalm
I believe in Islam
Heathens can bleed till they gone
Its on
anyone can get hit
Anyone can get the center of their energy split
My enemies fit
to face Palestine
Ya'll bitch rappers only got heart on Valentine's
And all ya'll that wanna know how my metal feel
It get settled in the temple when my beretta kill
My pen bleeds the ink ya'll spill
But ya'll still seem to think ya'll real
Jedi mind real
put the 9 to your grill
We spit real...
and ya'll run for the hills
I'll stab you in the back till it weakens the knees
Then smash you with a statue of Jesus that bleeds
@Capadona40
Stoupe was on another level with this beat / sample. Genius
@Rob-rs8rl
That Max Payne sample. Unreal.
@djxeroic1436
Still gives me chills
@brianbelmont6370
It's boondock saints
@jonmichael3280
@Brian Belmont no it's not!
@OmegaSaiyan92
@@brianbelmont6370Byzantine Power Game, look it up
@nonexistent282
Wow just realized that and I consider myself a big Max payne
@DownrightCynical
The ambient sounds of Max Payne fit this song perfect.
@DownrightCynical
Copper Fronts Heck yeah man, that mission scared me so much as a kid, and it brought back so much nostalgia when I heard this song, unfortunately I didn't hear wolf until last year, so I was a little late, haha.
@harrisonlevicky411
Was just gonna say that