Alkaline
KOTA The Friend Lyrics
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'Cause I don't really care to be around
I been making up for my mistakes
I've been through a lot, I need a break
More life, Never caught
Wrong place at the wrong time
I ain't had no chicken in a long time
I ain't seen my youngin' in a fortnight
Oh nah
Stay alone 'cause a lot of y'all the faux kind
I don't trust you if you tell me that you don't lie
Asking how I'm doing, yeah I'm doing fine
Don't you know the foolish always grow wise
Capetown with the kinfolk, we don't play around
Grandma was on the slave ship but we home now
Mama do not work the grave shift, she in Rome now
USA be on they bullshit, better go now
Aye, homie why you stressing, we got one foot in the grave
Brother get your money, get yo ass up on the plane
Why you with this women if you know she playing games?
Why you with this nigga if he treat you like you lame?
Let go (go), you ain't gotta hold on no more (more)
If you got a good thing, go for it (for it)
We ain't with the bad things no more (more)
Girl, you gotta let go, let go (go)
You ain't gotta hold on no more (more)
If you got a good thing, go for it (for it)
We ain't with the bad things no more (no more)
They be saying Karma is a bitch, ah
But I don't let them talk about my friends, nah
You was taking people from their kids, now you bitter cause I'm chillin' with my kin now, wow
I don't eat if I didn't pull it from the ground
Gotta a lot of love so I give to the crowd
Man I swear my great, great Grandma would be proud
We ain't pickin' cotton, I'm the nigga with the crown
"Thank you very much, its uh"
"Privilege and a honor to be a in the white intellectual ghetto of the West"
In the car, in LA on the 99
Sunrise, Red Sky, Ambience
Bad days, Rear view, and they stay behind
PH 'round 9, livin' alkaline
Black boy, you could be what you want to be
You the one that carry that baton when they come for me
Came from, the concrete that's a fizzy fact
Came up, clear streams in the grizzy grass, yeah
Keepin' it honest
They try to kill you, I promise
They do it all for the commas
I stay alive for my children, I don't be trustin' they doctors
Politicians is phony, they be villains, impostors
They gonna tell you its gold, but show it really be copper
And they don't want you tappin' into all that spirit inside us
They want you chasin' the carrot
Want you fiendin' for Pradas
They want you sick 'til you vomit
'Cause you no use when you conscious (conscious, conscious, conscious)
The song "Alkaline" by KOTA The Friend touches on various themes, including self-preservation, mistrust, identity, and social commentary. The opening lyrics suggest that the singer is trying to distance himself from his current environment and seeking some time to heal from past mistakes. The line "More life, Never caught, wrong place at the wrong time" communicates a sense of longing for something more while also acknowledging that life can be unpredictable and unforgiving. With lines like "Demonic triggering the porch light," he reveals that he is struggling with inner demons while also hinting at some external threats. The chorus suggests that he has finally decided to let go of things that weigh him down and embrace the good things in his life.
In the second verse, KOTA The Friend talks about karma, hypocrisy, and self-love. He indicates that he is aware of the consequences of his actions and is trying to make amends. He is also assertive when it comes to defending his friends and family, demonstrating his loyalty and principles. He emphasizes the importance of being consistent with one's values, using the metaphor "I don't eat if I didn't pull it from the ground" to underscore the connection between one's food choices and personal values. He concludes by lamenting the pitfalls of modern society, where politicians and corporations value money over people's well-being, and where people are encouraged to abandon their inner selves in pursuit of material possessions.
Overall, "Alkaline" is a poignant track that speaks to the human condition and the challenges of navigating life in the 21st century. With its introspective lyrics, smooth melody, and laid-back rhythm, the song is a testament to KOTA The Friend's poetic talent and his ability to connect with his audience on a deep and personal level.
Line by Line Meaning
Lately I just say I'm outta town
I avoid being around people and just say I'm not in town
'Cause I don't really care to be around
I don't like being around people
I been making up for my mistakes
I've been trying to make up for the things I did wrong
I've been through a lot, I need a break
I've had a tough life and need some time off
More life, Never caught
I want to live a long life and never get caught up in bad situations
Wrong place at the wrong time
I end up in trouble just because I am at the wrong place at the wrong time
I ain't had no chicken in a long time
I haven't eaten in a while
I ain't seen my youngin' in a fortnight
I haven't seen my kid in two weeks
Got a demon triggering the porch light
I have a bad feeling that something is going to happen
Stay alone 'cause a lot of y'all the faux kind
I prefer being alone because many people are fake
I don't trust you if you tell me that you don't lie
I don't trust people who say they never lie
Asking how I'm doing, yeah I'm doing fine
People ask how I'm doing, but I'm doing okay
Don't you know the foolish always grow wise
People learn from their mistakes and become wiser
Capetown with the kinfolk, we don't play around
I'm in Capetown with my family, we don't mess around
Grandma was on the slave ship but we home now
My grandma was brought over on a slave ship, but we're home now
Mama do not work the grave shift, she in Rome now
My mom doesn't work night shift anymore, she's in Rome now
USA be on they bullshit, better go now
The U.S. is doing shady things, it's better to leave now
Aye, homie why you stressing, we got one foot in the grave
Hey, buddy why are you worrying? We're all going to die eventually
Brother get your money, get yo ass up on the plane
Brother, make some money and take a flight
Why you with this women if you know she playing games?
Why are you with a woman who plays games?
Why you with this nigga if he treat you like you lame?
Why are you with a guy who treats you badly?
Let go (go), you ain't gotta hold on no more (more)
Let go of your worries, you don't have to hold on to them anymore
If you got a good thing, go for it (for it)
If you have something good, go for it
We ain't with the bad things no more (more)
We're done with the bad things
Girl, you gotta let go, let go (go)
Girl, you need to let it go
They be saying Karma is a bitch, ah
People say that karma comes back to haunt you
But I don't let them talk about my friends, nah
But I don't let them talk about my friends
You was taking people from their kids, now you bitter cause I'm chillin' with my kin now, wow
You used to take people away from their children, and now you're jealous because I'm spending time with my family
I don't eat if I didn't pull it from the ground
I only eat food that I grow myself
Gotta a lot of love so I give to the crowd
I have a lot of love, so I give it to people
Man I swear my great, great Grandma would be proud
I think my great, great grandma would be proud of me
We ain't pickin' cotton, I'm the nigga with the crown
We're no longer slaves, and I'm successful now
"Thank you very much, its uh"
Thank you very much, it's uh
"Privilege and a honor to be a in the white intellectual ghetto of the West"
"It's a privilege and an honor to be in the white intellectual ghetto of the West"
In the car, in LA on the 99
I'm in a car in LA, traveling on route 99
Sunrise, Red Sky, Ambience
The sunrise is beautiful with a red sky, setting the mood
Bad days, Rear view, and they stay behind
My bad days are in the rearview mirror, behind me
PH 'round 9, livin' alkaline
I am in PH at around 9 PM, living a good, healthy life
Black boy, you could be what you want to be
A black boy can be anything he wants to be
You the one that carry that baton when they come for me
You're the one who will carry on after I'm gone
Came from, the concrete that's a fizzy fact
I came from the concrete, that's a well-known fact
Came up, clear streams in the grizzy grass, yeah
I grew up in nature, with clear streams in the grass
Keepin' it honest
I'm being honest
They try to kill you, I promise
They try to kill you, I promise it's true
They do it all for the commas
They do it all for money
I stay alive for my children, I don't be trustin' they doctors
I stay alive for my children and don't trust their doctors
Politicians is phony, they be villains, impostors
Politicians are fake, they're villains and impostors
They gonna tell you its gold, but show it really be copper
They say it's gold, but it's really copper
And they don't want you tappin' into all that spirit inside us
They don't want you to connect with your inner spirit
They want you chasin' the carrot
They want you to chase material things
Want you fiendin' for Pradas
They want you to crave Prada items
They want you sick 'til you vomit
They want you to be sick and unhealthy
'Cause you no use when you conscious (conscious, conscious, conscious)
You're no good to them when you're aware of what's happening (repeated for emphasis)
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Avery Jones
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@oceanbacon3899
KOTA The Friend "Alkaline" Lyrics:
(yoshi)
Lately I just say I'm outta town
Cus I don't really care to be around
I-I been makin up for my mistakes
I been through a lot I need a break
More life
Never caught...wrong place at the wrong time
I ain't had no chicken in a long time
I ain't see my youngin' in a fortnite
Got a demon triggerin' the porchlight
OH NAH!
Stay alone cause a lot of ya'll the faux kind
I don't trust you if you tell me that you don't lie
Ask me how I'm doing, yeah I'm doing fine
Don't you know the foolish always grow wise
Cape Town, with the kinfolk we don't play around
Grandma was on that slave ship but we home now
Mama do not work the grave shift, she in rome now
USA be on that bullsh*t better go now. Aye!
Homie, why you stressin'? We got one foot in the grave
Brother get yo money get yo ass up on a plane
Why you with this woman if you know she playin' games?
Why you with this n*gga if he treat you like you lame?
Let go! You ain't gotta hold on no more
If you gotta good thing go for it
We ain't with the bad things no more
Yo, you gotta let go, let go!
You ain't gotta hold on no more
If you gotta good thing go for it
We ain't with the bad things no more
@thefreezebros.2965
"I don't trust you if you tell me that you don't lie"
Damn.
@theoptiml
exactly my thoughts when i heard that line first time
@EliteCaNdY232
Most underrated rapper in the game this is the chillest song ever
@notactuallycarter
Loki main 💯
@reyroon
Gio Liv um lets play SMITE together lol
@Mettaworldj
Facts!!!!!
@ggallintedtalk
Gio Liv Nope
@llamacorn6000
FAX
@teamoe3
You the man kota. Your music has inspired and saved me in many instances. Stay blessed and keep working, destiny is right around the corner
@adamsandals9259
300 😉