Conflicted
Ka Lyrics


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These were known as samurai

Always been conflicted
Always been conflicted

I strained to obtain so I could give more
Most dangerous when there was nothin' to live for
For that fetti bag ready to let the six pour
Was on nuttin' long enough, need a big score
The harmony dreamin' had me constantly schemin'
Rarely peace, and barely a beast, armed like a demon
Singin" tough upbringin', swore it was the hardest
A lot of years starvin', before I was a artist
When bringin' tomorrow the sorrow plus the hurt
Finally eatin', reapin', it's just dessert
It's just, so trust my work from dusk to dirt
Committed rhymes, if you give it time, much is learned
Firm dense, but earn strength with a young store
Brought hammers to grammar school - hence the gun talk
The coke drought made it a cesspool
What they ail is steel, need a fresh jewel
Enthralled in crime not more but nah less cruel
Attractive street where active eat the less drool
I speak brass tacks to my last acts
My gift might be missed if mixed with trash raps
The nights whole, slice your loaf if you ain't breakin' bread
Some hate wait and beg, we take instead

Mommy told me be a good boy
Need you alive, please survive, you my hood joy
Pops told me stay strapped son
You need the shotty, be a body or catch one

Always been conflicted
Always been conflicted
Always been conflicted
Always been conflicted

Where you from? During what years?
You from the slum, where you was upstairs?
What you seen, what you been through?
Where your team, what your men do?
In over your head, who gon' defend you?
Who gon' defend you?
Demonstrative, get you popped where the monsters live
Your people pay for your mistakes, hope they comp' your wiz
From honor, I don't speak drama I don't know about
I hold the pen, ain't goin' know how it was going out
Not blessed divine, want to live good the rest are mine
Fly rewards for my recordings, don't stress the shine
Wrote the screenplay, direct, and set design
They writin' deadlines, I ain't pressed for time
That haste makes waste, you saunder and slip
But I find when formin' a script, let's ponder a bit

Mommy told me be a good boy
Need you alive, please survive, you my hood joy
Pops told me stay strapped son
You need the shotty, be a body or catch one

Always been conflicted
Always been conflicted
Always been conflicted
Always been conflicted

Always been conflicted
I got my good from mom duke
I got my math from pop duke, for real




Conflicted
Always conflicted

Overall Meaning

The song "Conflicted" by KÅ talks about the internal struggles a person goes through while trying to make it big in the world. The first verse describes the life of a person who has always been conflicted - on the one hand, they wanted to earn more to give more, and on the other, the pursuit of wealth made them dangerous. The lyrics here paint a picture of a person who has seen and experienced a lot of pain and suffering, and so they are ready to do anything for a big score. The next few lines talk about how dreaming about living in harmony has made the person constantly scheming, and how they see themselves as an armed demon who can handle anything that comes their way. The artist then talks about their tough upbringing, and how it took years of starving before they became an artist.


The second verse is more introspective and asks a lot of questions about where the person comes from, what they've been through, and who will defend them if they're in over their head. The artist then talks about how they hold the pen and don't know how it's going to turn out, but they don't speak of drama they don't know about. Finally, the song ends with the artist reflecting on how they got their good traits from their mother and their intelligence from their father. Overall, the song paints a picture of a person who has been through a lot of struggles and is still conflicted about the choices they've made in their life.


Line by Line Meaning

These were known as samurai
Referring to myself and my struggles as a samurai, symbolizing my constant need to fight and strive for success.


Always been conflicted
Acknowledging that I have always had internal conflicts and struggles within myself that I have tried to overcome.


I strained to obtain so I could give more
I have worked tirelessly to achieve success so that I can give back to those who have supported me along the way.


Most dangerous when there was nothin' to live for
I have found that I am most motivated and driven when I have nothing to lose and everything to gain.


For that fetti bag ready to let the six pour
I am willing to take risks and make sacrifices in order to achieve financial success.


Was on nuttin' long enough, need a big score
I have struggled for a long time and am determined to finally achieve a significant victory.


The harmony dreamin' had me constantly schemin'
I have always had dreams of achieving balance and peace in my life, which has driven me to come up with plans and strategies to reach my goals.


Rarely peace, and barely a beast, armed like a demon
Despite my desire for peace, I am constantly ready to fight and defend myself like a fierce warrior.


Singin" tough upbringin', swore it was the hardest
My difficult childhood has shaped me into the person I am today, and I am proud of the obstacles I have overcome.


A lot of years starvin', before I was a artist
I struggled for many years before achieving success as an artist.


When bringin' tomorrow the sorrow plus the hurt
Despite my successes, I still carry a lot of pain and sorrow from my struggles in the past.


Finally eatin', reapin', it's just dessert
Finally achieving success in my life feels like a sweet reward for all of my hard work.


It's just, so trust my work from dusk to dirt
I am dedicated to my work and will keep pushing myself to succeed no matter what.


Committed rhymes, if you give it time, much is learned
I have put a lot of effort into my music and believe that with time, people can learn and grow from listening to my lyrics.


Firm dense, but earn strength with a young store
I have faced many challenges throughout my life, but those experiences have made me stronger and more resilient.


Brought hammers to grammar school - hence the gun talk
I come from a rough background and have faced violence and danger from a young age, which has influenced my music and lyrical content.


The coke drought made it a cesspool
The lack of drugs available created a dangerous environment where violence and crime were rampant.


What they ail is steel, need a fresh jewel
Those who are struggling rely on weapons and violence to survive, but I believe that a new way of thinking is needed to make a change.


Enthralled in crime not more but nah less cruel
Those who are involved in criminal activity are not inherently more or less cruel than anyone else, but are driven by their circumstances to take desperate measures.


Attractive street where active eat the less drool
The allure of the street lifestyle can be tempting, but it is not a sustainable way of life and often leads to poverty and suffering.


I speak brass tacks to my last acts
I am honest and direct with my words and actions, and always strive to be true to myself.


My gift might be missed if mixed with trash raps
I believe that my talent and message are important, but if mixed with shallow or meaningless music, they may go unnoticed or be misunderstood.


The nights whole, slice your loaf if you ain't breakin' bread
If you are not contributing to my success, you do not deserve to share in the rewards.


Some hate wait and beg, we take instead
I believe that it is important to be proactive and take control of your life and future, rather than waiting for opportunities to come to you.


Mommy told me be a good boy
My mother taught me to be kind and respectful, and to make good decisions in order to stay safe and succeed in life.


Need you alive, please survive, you my hood joy
My mother cares about me and wants me to succeed, and her love and support is what drives me to keep pushing forward.


Pops told me stay strapped son
My father taught me to be prepared and protect myself, as the world can be a dangerous place.


You need the shotty, be a body or catch one
Having a gun can mean the difference between life and death in certain situations, and I have learned to value the importance of self-defense.


Where you from? During what years?
People are often curious about where I am from and what my experiences have been like, as they have played a big part in shaping who I am today.


You from the slum, where you was upstairs?
Growing up in the inner city can be challenging, and many people assume that I come from a disadvantaged or impoverished background.


What you seen, what you been through?
I have experienced a lot of difficult situations and struggles in my life, which have taught me many valuable lessons and made me a stronger person.


Where your team, what your men do?
The people you surround yourself with can have a big impact on your life and success, so it is important to choose your friends and allies wisely.


In over your head, who gon' defend you?
When you are facing challenges that seem insurmountable, it can be difficult to know who to turn to for help and support.


Demonstrative, get you popped where the monsters live
Being overly confident or confrontational can get you into dangerous situations or cause you to clash with people who are more powerful or dangerous than you.


Your people pay for your mistakes, hope they comp' your wiz
When you make mistakes, it can affect not only you, but the people around you as well, and it is important to make amends and seek forgiveness when necessary.


From honor, I don't speak drama I don't know about
I believe in living my life with integrity and honesty, and avoid getting involved in petty disputes or unnecessary drama.


I hold the pen, ain't goin' know how it was going out
As a writer and artist, I am in control of my own destiny and am determined to make a mark on the world with my words and music.


Not blessed divine, want to live good the rest are mine
I am not relying on divine intervention or luck to achieve success, but am determined to work hard and create my own destiny.


Fly rewards for my recordings, don't stress the shine
Although I enjoy the fruits of my labor and the rewards of success, I try not to become too attached to material possessions or superficial things.


Wrote the screenplay, direct, and set design
I am a versatile artist and have a hand in many different aspects of my creative projects, including writing, directing, and designing.


They writin' deadlines, I ain't pressed for time
Although many people may feel pressured by deadlines or time constraints, I am confident in my abilities and work at my own pace to ensure the highest quality of work possible.


That haste makes waste, you saunder and slip
Rushing through a project or decision can lead to mistakes or oversights, and it is important to take your time in order to be thorough and careful.


But I find when formin' a script, let's ponder a bit
When creating a work of art, it is important to take time to reflect and think critically about your choices and decisions in order to create the most impactful and meaningful piece possible.


Always been conflicted
Despite my successes, I continue to struggle with internal conflicts and conflicts in my external environment.


I got my good from mom duke
My mother has always been a positive influence in my life and has taught me important values and principles.


I got my math from pop duke, for real
My father has been a valuable teacher and mentor, providing me with important knowledge and skills in order to succeed in life.


Conflicted
Although I have achieved success in many areas of my life, I continue to struggle with internal conflicts and unresolved issues.




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@faiz.shaikh

Harakiri is one of the best movies of all time, great for this song

@rickrizzle423

Ka got that kinda voice that's perfect for movie narration!

@duart310

First time I’ve heard this and got choked up, incredible words

@whiskeybuddha2823

Ka is as real and raw as it gets. He may not be the best when it comes to certain things people measure rappers by, but you always know where he stands. He’s also never someone you have to wonder about whether he’s lived what he raps about. He’s from Brownsville, he’s as tough as they come.

@forbesartworks5427

Perfect match his voice set the tone of this shortcuts one of the greatest films

@kurmankipkeevakadomesticdo354

Honor Killed A Samurai - one of the best rap albums

@Lolife86

Honor killed the Samuraï.
Sepukku before dishonor , those guys were I don't even know if there is a word for that determination , straight people so calm but that can be so dangerous....

@josephmegeed1879

Ka iz a lyrical samurai...all fat iz cut frm da steak...except da marbling 4 flavor.perfect release timing wit dis quarantine sht goin on.Salute.

@bergy8899

This came out 2016. Your right tho KA is lethal

@marlonwhite2257

Easily one of the dopest rap songs made....

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