No Child Left Behind
Kanye West & vORY Lyrics
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No child left behind
No child left behind
No child left behind
No child left behind
Back again, I used my back against the wall
Never called on y'all, never count on y'all
Back again, I used my back against the wall
Never called on y'all, never count on y'all
Always count on God
He's done miracles on me
He's done miracles on me
He's done miracles on me
He's done miracles on me
He's done miracles on me
He's done miracles on me
In Kanye West's "No Child Left Behind," the rapper reflects on his personal relationship with God and the role that faith has played in his life. The repeated refrain of "no child left behind" can be interpreted as a call for compassion and empathy, especially towards those who have been marginalized or neglected by society.
The opening lines, "Back again, I used my back against the wall / Never called on y'all, never count on y'all / Always count on God," highlight Kanye's sense of self-reliance and his trust in a higher power. The phrase "back against the wall" suggests that he has faced challenges or struggles in the past but has always managed to overcome them through his faith.
The verse continues with the repeated refrain "He's done miracles on me," which can be seen as a reference to the many ways in which God has helped Kanye throughout his life. This could include everything from providing inspiration for his music to helping him navigate difficult personal relationships or mental health struggles. Overall, "No Child Left Behind" is a testimony to Kanye's belief in the power of faith and the ways in which it has sustained him through adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
No child left behind
Every child deserves to be taken care of and given appropriate education and opportunities for success
Back again, I used my back against the wall
I've faced difficult challenges before and had to rely on my own strength and perseverance
Never called on y'all, never count on y'all
I never relied on others to achieve my success and didn't ask for help from those who doubted me
Always count on God
Regardless of the challenges I face, God has always been my source of strength and guidance.
He's done miracles on me
God has helped me to overcome many obstacles in my life and achieve things that seemed impossible.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Douglas Brown, Frankie Smith, Jahmal Gwin, Jahshua Brown, Kanye West, Malik Yusef, Mike Levy, Travoris Jr. Hollins
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