Future
K.O.T.P. Lyrics

A big city baby
I am living in a metropolitan area, full of diverse people and experiences.

Time to bend on some shit
It's time to focus on something important.

y'all people don't understand
Many people are unaware of the harsh realities of life in the city.

That shit is real out here
There are dangerous situations and threats in the city that should not be taken lightly.

I'm a tell y'all a story
I have a personal experience to share that sheds light on the realities of city life.

Now this story didn't happen too long ago
The events I am about to describe are recent and relevant to the current state of the city.

And it wasn't that far away
This story takes place relatively close to where we are now.

Its about some real niggas
This is a true story about individuals who live in the city and face its challenges every day.

Niggas doin real things aight
These individuals are living authentic lives and handling difficult situations in their own unique ways.

So let me get to the first page and Ill break it down like this
I will now begin the story and explain it in detail.

Chapter one
This is the beginning of the story.

I was a young child lost went to church on Sundays
As a young child, I was directionless and attended church on Sundays.

Walking a narrow road that lead me to gunplay
Despite trying to follow a righteous path, I ended up becoming involved in gun violence on the streets.

I was a good boy respect my mommy
I had a good upbringing and respected my mother.

Looked up to them OGs like Querto, Phil, and Donny
I admired and learned from older gangsters in my neighborhood.

Felt good as a young nigga
As a young person, I felt confident and empowered.

Comin home from school gettin love from them neighborhood drug dealers
I received positive attention from drug dealers in my neighborhood when returning home from school.

Wrote change, Cadillac Sevilles
I wrote and dreamed of success, including owning luxury vehicles such as Cadillac Sevilles.

But spoke real, was a tradition, Brownsville
Despite dreaming big, I remained grounded in the reality of living in the Brownsville neighborhood.

That was the first chapter, passin these stages
That was the beginning of my journey, overcoming early obstacles and challenges.

But the book is wider and its a lot more pages
There is much more to my life story than the early stages.

The game changed, people got foul
Over time, life on the streets became more dangerous and treacherous.

And the same little chuch boy is buckwild
Despite my good upbringing, I became caught up in the dangerous lifestyle of the streets.

Runnin wit my homeboys from three three nine
I began hanging out with my friends from the 339 and 1545 blocks.

And one five four five, totin four fives
We carried 45 caliber guns for protection and street credibility.

I kept dreams of being a rap dude
Despite everything, I still dreamed of pursuing a career in music.

But I know the streets too well so I pack tools
However, I was pragmatic and carried weapons to protect myself on the streets.

I lost a lot of loved ones to these streets
I have experienced a lot of loss and tragedy due to the violence of the streets.

And lost a lot of loved ones over beef
Many of the losses were due to conflicts and disputes with rival factions.

That goes to show these streets haunt ya
The tragedies and trauma of the streets stay with you and affect your psyche over time.

Look what society created now, a monsta
The harsh realities of life in the city have created a monster, represented by the violence and chaos that pervades the streets.

My day and age was a different role
The world has changed drastically since my youth.

Its when a slug take a niggas soul
Death by gun violence is a common occurrence in the city.

(Slug take a niggas soul)
Repeating the sentiment of the previous line.

Follow your dreams and follow your goals
Despite the dangers of the city, it's important to have aspirations and work towards achieving them.

Cause who knows what the future holds?
No one can predict what the future will bring and it's important to stay hopeful despite the odds.

(Who knows what the future holds?)
Repeating the sentiment of the previous line.

Our man died and was left cold
We lost someone to gun violence and their body was left abandoned and lifeless.

Because a slug took the niggas soul
Their tragic end was due to being shot and killed by someone with a gun.

(Slug took the niggas soul)
Repeating the sentiment of the previous line.

I wish somebody would lend a hand
I feel alone and could use support from someone else.

So they could see how I fell inside
I want someone to understand the emotions and pain I am experiencing.

I'm on an emotional roller coaster ride
My emotions are tumultuous and constantly changing.

Nothing to hide
I am being honest and transparent about my experiences and emotions.

A long time ago I set aside my pride
I learned to prioritize humility and selflessness over prideful behavior.

And used my past as a ghetto guide
I learned from my experiences growing up in poverty and in the dangerous streets.

A few good men died, several wept stood beside me
I have lost friends and acquaintances to violence, and their loved ones mourn alongside me.

So I could smooth out the road for those that come behind me
I want to pave the way for future generations to have an easier, safer experience on the streets.

You know where you can find me
I am a well-known figure in my community and can be easily located.

Out on the back blocks
I spend a lot of time in the less-traveled, more secluded areas of my neighborhood.

Grippin black glocks in front of crack spots
I am often armed with firearms in front of areas known for drug activity.

Its just a hobby
Despite the danger and seriousness of my lifestyle, I treat it as a casual and fun activity.

And since I was a baby
I have been exposed to this way of life since my childhood.

Thuggin, smokin, drinkin, totin is how the first family raised me
My family and upbringing taught me to live a life of crime and violence.

( He who lives as a gangter, will perish in these streets )
Life as a gang member is inherently dangerous and can lead to death.

I know that's deep
The statement from the previous line is profound and impactful.

But I still shed tears for my mother, two years
I continue to mourn and grieve for my mother, who passed away two years ago.

After shed been laid to rest
After her funeral and burial.

And still some things I need to chisel off my chest
I have unresolved emotions and issues that I need to work through and express.

My remedy for stress, I conversate wit my oldest brother
When I'm feeling overwhelmed or stressed, I talk to my older brother for comfort and guidance.

Ten years after his death
My brother has been deceased for a decade.

I know there's nothin left
There is no changing the fact that he is gone and I can never see or talk to him again.

So I'm forced to take a deep breath
I must pause and take a moment to calm myself down and collect my thoughts.

Before I attempt to take another step
Before moving forward with my day and activities, I need to compose myself.

A lot of brothas slept
Many people have been killed and are permanently gone from the community.

A lot of brothas was left cold in the street and told
Many people have been killed and their bodies were left alone and unclaimed in the streets.

This is what your future holds
This is the harsh reality of life in the city and what potentially lies ahead for many of us.

So there you have it
This is the end of my story and description of life in the city.

You see, a lot of niggas talk about bullshit
Many people in the city discuss frivolous and unimportant topics.

Talkin about cars, jewels, and money
People are overly focused on material possessions and wealth.

But in all reality, we all come out the same bag of shit
At the end of the day, we are all human beings and will face the same challenges and fate.

Some of us may never see tomorrow
Some of us may not live to see another day due to the dangers of the city.

So my niggas
My fellow men and friends.

don't you never don't you ever forget where you come from
Remember your roots and the difficult journey you have taken to get to your current position in life.

Salute
A gesture of respect and admiration.

M.O.P. for life baby
A declaration of loyalty and dedication to the music group M.O.P.