The One
Kanye West Big Sean 2 Chainz & Marsha Ambrosius Lyrics
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I'm standing here alone
Got a pistol on my hip
And it's gonna be some shit
If you want it then bring it on
See I'm a motherfuckin' soldier
And I'mma be here till it's done
And when they asking who I'm is, shit
Tell them that I'm the one (One, one, one)
Tell them that I'm the one
I'm the one, baby
Yeah, I'm the one, baby
Since God gave his only begotten son, baby
It's hard preachin' the gospel to the slums lately
So I had to put the church on the drums, baby
You on a run, baby
You on a run, baby
You think you free but you a slave to the funds, baby
You think you me, but you ain't me, what you done lately?
Mm hm that's cool but I been runnin' on the sun, baby
We on a galaxy the haters cannot visit
That's my reality so get off my Scott Disick
If you ever held a title belt you would know how Michael felt
Tyson, Jackson, Jordan, Michael Phelps
Yeah, had to take it to another realm
'Cause everything around me got me underwhelmed
Best way to describe my position is at the helm
Best way to describe my new whip, yeeuum!
The storm is on the horizon
I'm standing here alone
Got a pistol on my hip
And it's gonna be some shit
If you want it then bring it on
See I'm a motherfuckin' soldier
And I'mma be here 'til it's done
And when they asking who I'm is, shit
You just tell them that I'm the one (One, one, one)
Tell them that I'm the one (One, one, one)
Tell them that I'm the one
I told Detroit I'ma fuckin' get it
I told my brother we'll be fuckin' winnin'
Ye told me I'm the man for the job
So I told my mom, call her's up and tell 'em that she quittin'
Started off in that Chevrolet,
But it's Ferrari's I gotta drive I'm on HBO with my entourage,
I'm 5'9' fuck a 9 to 5 I need a hundred million no compromise
I'm a double X L nigga,
Magazine and condom size see what I seen and be traumatized
I don't wait, I marinate, variate erryday
Every state, sold out, fuck around and need a barricade
My weed loud I need a hearing aid
Livin' life behind a pair of shades
I be a billionaire if I could get a dollar
For all the bullshit that I hear a day, I did it
The storm is on the horizon
I'm standing here alone
Got a pistol on my hip
And it's gonna be some shit
If you want it then bring it on
See I'm a motherfuckin' soldier
And I'mma be here till it's done
And when they asking who I'm is, shit
You just tell them that I'm the one (One, one, one)
Tell them that I'm the one (One, one, one)
Tell them that I'm the one
Treat the back seat like a sofa bed
Break bread with my niggas, call it profit share
This some good shit, but it get better
And yeah my bitch cold, nigga thin sweater
Like my verse suede and the beat leather
Just tryin' to stay above sea level
When my nigga went to jail, I said, "Free Gucci"
I done bought so much shit, I should get free Gucci
Bought my baby momma anaconda bags
I shouldn't have bought it all
I should've went and cut the grass
Snake ass niggas in my fuckin' face
Bring your girl here nigga so I could fuck her face
Yeah I run this place, this is cashmere swag
Niggas treadmillin' goin' nowhere fast
Sittin' courtside at the Hawks game
Louis on, I could trip a fuckin' ball player
Fuck yeah, awesome yeah I lost some, of my mind
And then I found peace it was really kind,
Of awesome it's possible, goddamn right
I've been honest the whole time
Fuck yeah, awesome yeah I lost some, of my mind
And then I found peace it was really kind,
Of awesome it's possible, goddamn right
I've been honest the whole time
The lyrics to "The One" by Kanye West, Big Sean, 2 Chainz, and Marsha Ambrosius describe a sense of power and unrelenting strength. The metaphor of "the storm on the horizon" combined with a "pistol on my hip" implies a looming danger, but the rapper declares that he is unafraid and able to face any challenge thrown his way. The repeated phrase "Tell them that I'm the one" emphasizes his dominance and superiority, perhaps indicating a desire to be recognized as the best in the rap game. Through references to his success, wealth, and resilience, the rapper asserts his status as a force to be reckoned with, unapologetically declaring himself to be "the one" in every sense of the word.
Line by Line Meaning
The storm is on the horizon
Something difficult or dangerous is coming
I'm standing here alone
I am prepared to face this alone
Got a pistol on my hip
I am armed and ready for whatever comes
And it's gonna be some shit
It's going to be intense and difficult
If you want it then bring it on
If you're ready to face me, let's do this
See I'm a motherfuckin' soldier
I am strong and fearless
And I'mma be here till it's done
I won't back down until it's finished
And when they asking who I'm is, shit
When people want to know who I am
You just tell them that I'm the one (One, one, one)
Tell them that I am the most important and powerful
Since God gave his only begotten son, baby
I am as important as Jesus
It's hard preachin' the gospel to the slums lately
It's difficult to share the word of God with the poor areas
So I had to put the church on the drums, baby
I had to make the message more accessible through music
You think you free but you a slave to the funds, baby
You may think you are free, but you are controlled by money
You think you me, but you ain't me, what you done lately?
You may want to be like me, but you haven't accomplished what I have
We on a galaxy the haters cannot visit
We are on a level beyond where the haters can reach
That's my reality so get off my Scott Disick
This is my life and my reality, so stop trying to bring me down
Best way to describe my position is at the helm
I am in charge and leading the way
Best way to describe my new whip, yeeuum!
My new car is amazing and impressive
Started off in that Chevrolet,
I began with very little
But it's Ferrari's I gotta drive
Now I am successful and can afford luxury cars
I'm on HBO with my entourage,
I am successful in entertainment
I'm 5'9' fuck a 9 to 5 I need a hundred million no compromise
I am successful and rich, and won't settle for less
My weed loud I need a hearing aid
My marijuana is very strong and potent
Every state, sold out, fuck around and need a barricade
I am popular and successful everywhere, and may need security
Snake ass niggas in my fuckin' face
I have people around me who are not trustworthy
Bring your girl here nigga so I could fuck her face
I am intimidating and may take what I want
This is cashmere swag
I have high-end, luxurious style
Niggas treadmillin' goin' nowhere fast
Some people are working hard but not progressing in their lives
Sittin' courtside at the Hawks game
I am successful and can afford VIP experiences
Louis on, I could trip a fuckin' ball player
I am wearing expensive clothing and accessories
Of awesome it's possible, goddamn right
I am confident and believe in myself
I've been honest the whole time
I have always been truthful and sincere
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Written by: Che Smith, Marsha Angelique Ambrosius, Sean Anderson, Dave Barker, James Henry Boxley, Samantha Bruno, Ansel George Collins, Tauheed Epps, James Fauntlroy, Malik Yusef Jones, Carlton Ridenhour, Winston Riley, Birchard Ross, Byron O. Thomas, Kanye Omari We
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