Just Us
Kastro & E.D.I Lyrics

This is as close you gon' get to the streets without gettin shot
The song provides insight into the realities of life in the streets, where violence and danger are a daily presence.

In the streets
The song focuses on life in urban neighborhoods, where gang violence and criminal activity are common.

Cock guns and bust yo' heat
People carry firearms and are willing to use them to protect themselves or to engage in violence.

Where we live and die for beef
People often engage in violent conflicts over petty disagreements or perceived disrespect.

Hos'll set you up, get blood on your sheets
Individuals may use deception or seduction to lure others into dangerous situations, resulting in injury or death.

By any means we gon' eat
People in the streets will do whatever it takes to survive, whether through legal or illegal means.

Sellin drugs you might blow up
Those who engage in drug trafficking are at risk of attracting violent rivals or the attention of law enforcement.

They got hos to set you up
Women may be used as pawns to trap or ensnare unsuspecting individuals.

Even police is corrupt
Police officers may engage in corrupt or unethical behavior.

There's a million niggaz just like us
Countless individuals share similar experiences and struggles in the streets.

I swear I ain't been the same since they had to bury my pops
The loss of a loved one can have a profound impact on an individual's psyche or behavior.

I'm uncivilized like I was raised in a box
The environment and circumstances in the streets can result in an individual becoming hardened or desensitized to violence and depravity.

I'm told get your sister raped nigga makin you watch
Individuals may be subjected to horrific acts of violence or abuse, as well as being forced to witness such acts.

Fuck the cops, fuck the world, I'm above the law
Individuals in the streets may feel a sense of powerlessness or anger towards those in positions of authority.

They can't catch me, what you think the gloves is for?
Individuals may go to great lengths to protect themselves or to conceal their identity from law enforcement.

Got your ear to the street, you ain't hearin me
Others may be unaware of the harsh realities and dangers of life in the streets.

Motherfucker, the streets got they ear to me
The streets have become an integral part of an individual's identity and voice.

Speak my name, better think careful duke
Individuals in the streets may have a reputation for being dangerous or violent.

Like when clingin on to life who gon' be there for you?
In the face of danger or death, individuals in the streets may be forced to rely on their own strength and cunning.

Get blood on they seats, drive you to the hospital
Even those who engage in criminal activities may show compassion or mercy towards others in need.

I got an image to protect and records to sell
The image projected by individuals in the streets can be a matter of personal pride or economic necessity.

Nobody!!! Cause you goin to hell
Those who engage in violence or other criminal activities may face severe consequences, whether in this life or the afterlife.

Besides a one sided story is easy to tell
Different perspectives and biases can shape the way events or individuals are portrayed in the streets.

My poster on the wall only way you see me in jail
Positive role models and aspirations may be hard to come by in the streets, leading to a glorification of criminal activity.

Sticky Fingaz nigga, the legend, the myth
Individuals in the streets may attain a certain level of notoriety or fame within their communities.

Niggaz get shot everytime I shoot the gift
Violence and danger are pervasive in the streets, even in the context of creative expression or entertainment.

I banged out in dorms and tore mouths off
Individuals in the streets may resort to violence or aggression to establish their dominance or to defend themselves.

While y'all run to cops as soon as it pops off
People in the streets may have a distrust or outright hostility towards law enforcement, opting to handle conflicts on their own.

I can't respect lames when I'm knowin you soft
Individuals in the streets may value toughness and resilience, viewing weakness or vulnerability with contempt.

That's why I feel the pain for my thugs up north
Even when separated by physical distance, individuals in the streets may feel a sense of camaraderie and shared struggles.

No regrets in this world, not one care
The dangers and violence of the streets can make individuals feel numb or indifferent to the consequences of their actions.

No respect for this world without no peers
The streets can be a lonely and isolating place, where respect and recognition from one's peers are highly valued.

They did me wrong for years, I'm finally gettin back
Individuals in the streets may seek revenge or retribution for past wrongs or injustices.

Never sheaded a tear seein niggaz on they back
Life in the streets can desensitize individuals to violence and death, resulting in a lack of empathy or emotional response.

Lord knows it hurts to put his people in the dirt
The loss of friends or loved ones can be a painful and traumatic experience for individuals in the streets.

Bullet holes in shirts and chumps buried in skirts
Violence and death are common occurrences in the streets, leaving behind a trail of bloodshed and trauma.

Prayin to God is hard, these streets don't play
The harsh realities of life in the streets can make it difficult to maintain one's faith or trust in a higher power.

But you gotta keep up your guard and hope the pain go away
Despite the challenges and danger, individuals in the streets must remain vigilant and resilient to survive.

I'm from where they shoot street lights out
The streets can be a lawless and chaotic place, where even the most basic elements of infrastructure are subject to vandalism or violence.

And you gotta yell to talk over passin trains
The noise and chaos of the streets can make communication difficult, requiring individuals to raise their voices to be heard.

And watch who you fuck with when passin 'cain
In the streets, individuals must be cautious and strategic in their alliances and conflicts.

Cause them same fists'll get your wrists trapped in chains, nigga
Even minor conflicts or misunderstandings can escalate into dangerous and life-threatening situations in the streets.

My killers move triggers and set firearms off
Individuals in the streets may have a reputation for being violent or aggressive, using weapons to assert dominance or defend themselves.

Smoke the type of blunts that set fire alarms off
Drug use is prevalent in the streets, with individuals consuming drugs that may pose a danger to themselves or others.

One shot'll blow your face, chest and your arms off
Violence in the streets can be swift and devastating, resulting in life-altering injuries or death.

Murderin Guiliani for all the pain that he's causin
Individuals in the streets may harbor grievances against those in power or those who they feel have wronged them.

Launderin dirty laundry through banks of corporate ?
The streets can be intertwined with criminal networks and illegal activities, even involving legitimate businesses or institutions.

Shit doctors can only calm me til the drugs wear off
The violence and trauma of the streets can cause deep psychological damage, requiring professional intervention.

One pump of the sawed-off and your squad'll be hauled off
Individuals in the streets may use violence or intimidation to subdue their rivals or enemies.

Dropped her off in the car lock, locked in the trunk of the car
Women may be subjected to horrific acts of violence or abuse in the streets, with little recourse or protection.

Shit's official, we spittin through government issue
Individuals in the streets may view themselves as operating outside of or in opposition to mainstream society or the government.

40 automatic pistols rippin through brain tissue
The violence and danger of the streets can result in life-altering or fatal injuries.

Stuffin coke up wit your bitch I'll piss through
Individuals in the streets may engage in drug trafficking or other illegal activities, including exploiting or manipulating others.

And a black on black lambo, puffin on A Line Of Crystal!
In the streets, individuals may engage in conspicuous consumption or flaunt their wealth, despite the illegal or immoral means by which it was obtained.

Under our politics, codes of the street
The streets have their own codes and rules, often operating outside or in opposition to the laws and norms of mainstream society.

Never negotiate with killers with intentions of breach
Individuals in the streets may only respect or value strength, rather than reason or negotiation.

Only associate with villains if you willin to bleed
In the streets, individuals should only align themselves with those who are willing to defend or avenge them, even at great personal risk.

Cause leakin'll get your mother hogtied and brutally beat
Individuals in the streets may resort to horrific acts of violence or intimidation to enact revenge or establish their dominance.