Hometown
Justin Stone Lyrics


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Watch me burn a bridge, I been going in
Everybody back home talk bout everything I did
Yeah I came up from the bottom now we show em how we live
Now we show em how we live

Black Benz, black shirt, everything out of pocket
No debt, twenty-three, Iโ€ฒm just worried about a profit
While you worried about a chick, tryna get my pockets overflowing
Getting rich, tunnel vision got a target and I hit it everytime
Yeah I bounce back, 100 million streams still they tryna doubt that
Heard them talking loud, they ain't really bout that
Looking for my purpose but Iโ€ฒm thinking that I found that

Watch me burn a bridge, I been going in
Everybody back home talk bout everything I did
Yeah I came up from the bottom now we show em how we live
Now we show em how we live

Finally can I flex? I deserve some rest
But I won't cuz I wanna see a quarter million on the cheque
Forty songs a year, couple of em fly
Artists go irrelevant cuz they never drop
They say I drop too much, but they don't pay my bills
My accountant says by twenty-five Iโ€ฒm down to make a mill
Under pressure never crack, drop another smash
Gotta come up in the city then I gotta give it back yeah

Watch me burn a bridge, I been going in
Everybody back home talk bout everything I did
Yeah I came up from the bottom now we show em how we live
Now we show em how we live

Iโ€ฒma burn a bridge




I'ma burn a bridge yeah
Iโ€ฒma burn a bridge yeah

Overall Meaning

The song "Hometown" by Justin Stone is a declaration of the artist's success and determination to continue thriving. The opening verse "Watch me burn a bridge, I been going in / Everybody back home talk bout everything I did" implies that he is cutting ties with his past and moving forward, despite lingering doubts or gossip. The chorus "Yeah I came up from the bottom now we show em how we live / Now we show em how we live" reinforces the idea that he has overcome his struggles and is now living his best life in the present.


In the second verse, Justin details his current lifestyle with lines like "Black Benz, black shirt, everything out of pocket / No debt, twenty-three, I'm just worried about a profit" which suggest a materialistic and financially successful mindset. He also addresses criticism from others who may have doubted his success, stating "Heard them talking loud, they ain't really bout that" and professing his sense of purpose with "Looking for my purpose but I'm thinking that I found that."


Overall, "Hometown" is a confident and empowering track that serves to inspire listeners to pursue success and ignore negativity from others.


Line by Line Meaning

Watch me burn a bridge, I been going in
I'm deliberately cutting off ties with some people, because I'm dedicating all my time and efforts to achieving success.


Everybody back home talk bout everything I did
People from my hometown are gossiping about me and discussing all my accomplishments and failures.


Yeah I came up from the bottom now we show em how we live
I started from a very low point in life, and now I'm displaying my luxurious and successful lifestyle to everyone.


Now we show em how we live
I'm currently flaunting my newfound success and living my best life.


Black Benz, black shirt, everything out of pocket
I'm sporting a black Benz and black shirt, and I'm easily able to afford these purchases.


No debt, twenty-three, Iโ€ฒm just worried about a profit
I don't have anyone to owe money to, and I'm only focused on earning a profit.


While you worried about a chick, tryna get my pockets overflowing
While you're busy pursuing a romantic relationship, I'm solely focused on accumulating wealth.


Getting rich, tunnel vision got a target and I hit it everytime
I'm determined to become extremely wealthy, and I'm successful in achieving this goal every time I focus on it.


Yeah I bounce back, 100 million streams still they tryna doubt that
Despite achieving a staggering 100 million streams, some people are still skeptical of my talents and success.


Heard them talking loud, they ain't really bout that
I've heard some people making a lot of noise, but I know they don't actually have the skills or determination to succeed like I do.


Looking for my purpose but Iโ€ฒm thinking that I found that
I'm trying to discover my true purpose in life, but I think I've already found it in pursuing wealth and success.


Finally can I flex? I deserve some rest
Can I finally show off my success and enjoy some relaxation time after working so hard to achieve it?


But I won't cuz I wanna see a quarter million on the cheque
I won't relax just yet, because I want to see a large amount of money on the check I receive for my hard work.


Forty songs a year, couple of em fly
I produce around 40 songs every year, and some of them are very successful.


Artists go irrelevant cuz they never drop
Other artists become irrelevant because they don't release new songs often enough to stay popular.


They say I drop too much, but they don't pay my bills
People criticize me for releasing too many songs, but they don't understand that it's necessary for me to make a living.


My accountant says by twenty-five Iโ€ฒm down to make a mill
My accountant predicts that by the time I turn 25 years old, I'll have earned at least one million dollars.


Under pressure never crack, drop another smash
I don't crumble under pressure, and instead I release yet another hit song.


Gotta come up in the city then I gotta give it back yeah
I had to put in a lot of work to become successful in the city, so now I feel the need to give back to the community in some way.


Iโ€ฒma burn a bridge
I'm going to intentionally cut off ties with some individuals or a group of people.


I'ma burn a bridge yeah
I'm definitely going to cut off ties with people who aren't supportive of my journey to success.


Iโ€ฒma burn a bridge yeah
I'm certain that I need to distance myself from negative individuals or situations to continue thriving.




Writer(s): Justin Stone

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Justin Stone

I wouldnโ€™t be here today without you swagy. Iโ€™ll never forget what you did for me over the years. Things are about to go next level and youโ€™ll always be able to upload me... youโ€™ll never need permission. Enjoy HOMECOMING!

fobias

ur underrated aff

Ivan the Unholy

Damn, your flow is hella refreshing.

Anthony Vantes

You always staying real Justin! Respect! ๐Ÿ’ช

bne shel

This track is tooo fire man

Infinite J Hip Hop

Iโ€™ve been a fan of Justin for a long time! Absolutely love seeing him get this kind of exposure! Hope to do a song with him one day! ๐Ÿ‘Š

rotaryy_

Justin you are helping me in every critical situation.. sometimes im laying in bed thinking about my life. You put soooo much emotions in your music that i sometimes have to cry... you are just amazing and underrated! Please never stop making music! You are my man!

NEXT

The new tracks of him are sooo dope!

Restrain3D Nutt3R (Milo)

Justin Stone is on fire lately <3

Snowyyy

i love this new album so much
love you swagy btw <3

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