No Apologies
Jussie Smollett & Yazz Lyrics

My mouth is a weapon
I know the power of my words and I'm not afraid to use them

I ain't scared of nothin'
I'm fearless and confident in my abilities

They say he so reckless
People criticize me for being impulsive and unpredictable

Bunkie's in the casket
I'm not afraid of death, I'm ready to go down fighting for what I believe in

Better hit the exit, I'll eat you for breakfast
If you're not with me, you're against me and I won't hesitate to take you down

Diamonds on my necklace, guess that's what I'm blessed with
I've been fortunate in life and I'm proud to show it off

I'm a revolutionary, pardon my vocabulary
I'm a rebel who wants change and won't hold back in expressing myself

I don't even 'member ever carin'
I don't care about what others think of me, I'm doing me

Sue me when I'm in the cemetery, I'm legendary
Even after I'm gone, my impact and legacy will live on

I do what I want
I live my life on my own terms and don't let anyone else dictate my actions

And say what I want with no apologies
I speak my mind and stand by what I say, no matter who disagrees

Excuse me if I'm blunt
I don't sugarcoat the truth, even if it offends people

And they won't shut me up, hell no, hell no
I won't let anyone silence me, no matter how hard they try

They get mad I keep on talkin'
Some people are frustrated by my outspokenness and want me to be quiet

Never mind I beg your pardon
I don't care if I've offended you, I won't apologize for speaking my mind

Guess I'm just too damn outspoken
I'm not afraid to speak out on controversial topics and challenge the status quo

They can't take me anywhere
I'm not afraid to be myself and won't change for anyone or anything

Will I ever learn my lesson?
Some people want me to conform and behave differently, but I won't change who I am

Try hard not to get arrested
I'm aware of the risks of my actions and try to be careful, but won't let fear stop me

Guess I didn't get the message
I'm not bothered by warnings, I'll continue to be who I am

F it, I don't really care
I don't give a damn what others think of me, I'll continue to live my life my way

So much in my head, oh (I would let 'em know)
I have many thoughts and opinions, and I won't be afraid to share them

It's so hard not to let go (I'm about the dough)
It's difficult to stay focused on my goals and not let distractions get in my way

The closer that you get, they try to hold you back
As I get closer to my goals, people may try to limit my success

But a closed mouth don't get fed, no
If you don't speak up and fight for what you want, you won't get it

(And can't nobody stop me, y'all)
I'm unstoppable and won't let anyone get in my way

I ain't goin' nowhere
I'm here to stay and won't let anyone force me out

(Not even for Obama, y'all)
Even the President of the United States can't stop me from being who I am

I'm a loose cannon
I'm unpredictable and can't be controlled by others

I'm comin' for yah (Gunnin' for yah)
I'm after my goals and won't stop until I achieve them

Hope you're ready (Automatic)
My success is inevitable and I'm not slowing down

Ready, aim, fire, fire, legendary
I'm aiming high and won't be satisfied with anything less than legendary success

They can't be mad at me, look at my family
I come from a family of strong, outspoken individuals who have shaped who I am

I guess it's all in my blood line
My personality traits and convictions are a result of my family upbringing

If you keep ridin' me for my apology
If you expect me to apologize for my actions or beliefs, you're out of luck

You'll be waitin' for a long time
I won't apologize for who I am, no matter how long you wait

Not sympathetic, I said it, I meant it
I'm not sorry for speaking my truth, and I stand behind what I said

You don't like it then I could care less
I don't care if you disagree with me, I won't change for you

I ain't sorry, I ain't sorry for nothin' I said
I won't apologize for speaking my mind and being true to myself

(One hand on the Bible, I ain't in denial)
I stand behind my beliefs and am not ashamed of who I am

(Your honor, you can blame it on Tiana)
I'm not responsible for your feelings or reactions to what I say, that's on you