Dreamer
Krip Tik featuring J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar Lyrics


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Na, na, na, na, my nose runnin'
Got my shades over this
The whole skyline of the city's right in front of my face, yeah

I'm in the zone this year, it's all fire nigga check my attire
Your worst fear is confirmed, your reign at the top expires this year
No application, I'm hired this year
This a dedication to that bitch who slashed my nigga tires, oh yeah
I knew about you, bitch I knew about you
Came up on a good nigga, he ain't have a clue about you
Tried to tell that nigga, don't trust that bitch as far as you can smell her, nigga
But you live and you learn
On these road to riches niggas bound to miss a few turns
Don't let the bridges that you cross turn into bridges you burn
You're bound to miss a few turns
Don't let the bridges that you, fuck it you don't hear me
Look, ayo, I walk along this long harbor of life and sit on the piers
Reflect on my pain and shit on my fears
Should I feel an ounce of guilt that I outdid all my peers?
Or write my name in the sky and show them niggas I'm here?
This one is for the history books, picture me shook or failin'
This is revenge of the dreamer
Misery took a million of my niggas' hopes from 'em, don't even know some 'em
No more, the coke numbed 'em, no suicide notes from 'em
They killin' theyselves, slowly killin' they cells
Five iPhones dropped, my nigga still in the cell
He said he found God, shit, I doubt it, to each his own
Whatever keeps you strong to get up out it, we need you home
Cause see a war's goin' on outside, I 'bout cried
When that boy that the cops shot died, my mouth wide open from shock
Sick and tired of hopin' it'll stop
This pen the only hope that I got, I open up shop, and break out

Got what you want, I got what you need
My heart on my sleeve, watch me bleed, I break out!
Dreamville is the team, my team iller than fiends
And ye' ain't real as you seem, and we can tell, nigga
Fuck what you think, cause if your shit don't stink
Nigga my shit won't sink, cause it can't, I break out!
I gotta break the fuck up outta here
Dreamville is the team, my team iller than fiends
And ye' ain't real as you seem, and we can tell, nigga

War stories, got tour stories
Pop four whores on the top floor stories
Niggas know, every verse is worth a brick of blow
Just a seven figure nigga got the game in figure four
I know at times I'm hypocritical, you niggas dig it though
I fuck until my dick be sore, leave bitches walkin' pigeon toe and break out!
On to the next bitch, homie
Your new chick, that's my ex-bitch, homie, in fact I'm still logged in her Netflix, homie
Just make sure she cook you breakfast, homie
Her bacon slimmin' but her eggs get runny, funny
So many bombs, you'd think Flex get money, from me
Cole world but my neck get sunny
Now I don't fuck around with hoes from reality shows
Or blow up dolls, cause I don't like havin' sex with dummies, love me
No disrespect meant, honey, this just a compilation of my observations
While trapped in this God-forsaken nation
Shit, but since we makin' conversation
I've been thinkin' me and you would make a bangin' combination
I know that you mad, I know what I said
But my dick be arguin' with my head, are you with the bed?
Well if so let's break out!

Got what you want, I got what you need
My heart on my sleeve, watch me bleed, I break out!
Dreamville is the team, my team iller than fiends
And ye' ain't real as you seem, and we can tell, nigga
Fuck what you think, cause if your shit don't stink
Nigga my shit won't sink, cause it can't, I break out!
I gotta break the fuck up outta here




Dreamville is the team, my team iller than fiends
And ye' ain't real as you seem, and we can tell, nigga

Overall Meaning

The song "DREAMER" by Krip Tik featuring J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar explores themes of personal growth, redemption, and the struggle for success. The first verse is a dedication to a woman who betrayed the rapper's friend, leading to the destruction of his car tires. Despite this setback, the rapper is confident in his abilities, declaring that he is hired this year without even applying for the job. He urges listeners to learn from their mistakes and not let their bridges turn into flames.


In the second verse, Kendrick Lamar reflects on his success and the pain and fear that have accompanied it. He questions whether he should feel guilty for his achievements or embrace them and prove himself to his peers. He laments the loss of his friends to drug addiction and the prison system and acknowledges that writing is his only outlet. The chorus repeats the phrase "I break out" as a mantra of resilience and determination.


Overall, the lyrics of "DREAMER" embody the themes of the album "Revenge of the Dreamers" and serve as a tribute to the hard work and perseverance required to achieve success in the music industry.


Line by Line Meaning

Na, na, na, na, my nose runnin'
I have a runny nose.


Got my shades over this
I am wearing sunglasses.


The whole skyline of the city's right in front of my face, yeah
I have a great view of the cityscape.


I'm in the zone this year, it's all fire nigga check my attire
I am having a successful year and my appearance reflects that.


Your worst fear is confirmed, your reign at the top expires this year
I am coming for your spot at the top.


No application, I'm hired this year
I don't need to apply for anything, I am successful on my own.


This a dedication to that bitch who slashed my nigga tires, oh yeah
This song is dedicated to the person who did harm to my friend's car.


I knew about you, bitch I knew about you
I was aware of your actions all along, even if my friend wasn't.


Came up on a good nigga, he ain't have a clue about you
I gained a good friend who had no idea about your bad intentions.


Tried to tell that nigga, don't trust that bitch as far as you can smell her, nigga
I warned my friend not to trust you at all.


But you live and you learn
Life is all about making mistakes and learning from them.


On these road to riches niggas bound to miss a few turns
On the path to success, people will make mistakes and face obstacles.


Don't let the bridges that you cross turn into bridges you burn
Don't ruin the connections you make in life.


Look, ayo, I walk along this long harbor of life and sit on the piers
I contemplate my life and its purpose while sitting by the water.


Reflect on my pain and shit on my fears
I think about my past struggles and overcome my fears.


Should I feel an ounce of guilt that I outdid all my peers?
I am questioning if I should feel guilty for my success compared to my peers.


Or write my name in the sky and show them niggas I'm here?
I want to make a name for myself and let people know I am successful.


This one is for the history books, picture me shook or failin'
This moment is so significant that it will go down in history if I fail or succeed.


This is revenge of the dreamer
This is the moment of my triumphant success.


Misery took a million of my niggas' hopes from 'em, don't even know some 'em
Poverty destroyed the dreams of many people I knew, and some I didn't even know.


No more, the coke numbed 'em, no suicide notes from 'em
Many people turned to drugs to numb their pain, and some even resorted to suicide.


They killin' theyselves, slowly killin' they cells
People are destroying themselves slowly with drugs and self-destructive behavior.


Five iPhones dropped, my nigga still in the cell
I have had 5 expensive phones but my friend is still in jail.


He said he found God, shit, I doubt it, to each his own
My friend claims to have found religion, but I am skeptical of his true intentions.


Whatever keeps you strong to get up out it, we need you home
Whatever motivation my friend needs to improve his life, we want him to come home.


Cause see a war's goin' on outside, I 'bout cried
The world is a dangerous place, and it makes me emotional.


When that boy that the cops shot died, my mouth wide open from shock
The death of a young man at the hands of the police left me speechless.


Sick and tired of hopin' it'll stop
I am exhausted from hoping for an end to police brutality and violence.


This pen the only hope that I got, I open up shop, and break out
Writing is my only escape from the chaos in the world, and it is what will make me successful.


War stories, got tour stories
I have stories from the battlefield and from touring as a musician.


Pop four whores on the top floor stories
I have had wild sexual experiences while staying in luxury hotels.


Niggas know, every verse is worth a brick of blow
People know that my music is highly valuable.


Just a seven figure nigga got the game in figure four
I am worth seven figures and have the game under control.


I know at times I'm hypocritical, you niggas dig it though
I am occasionally hypocritical, but my fans still support me.


I fuck until my dick be sore, leave bitches walkin' pigeon toe and break out!
I have sex until I am exhausted and leave my partners limping as I move on with my life.


On to the next bitch, homie
I am constantly moving on to new partners.


Your new chick, that's my ex-bitch, homie, in fact I'm still logged in her Netflix, homie
Your current partner used to be mine, and I am still using her Netflix account.


Just make sure she cook you breakfast, homie
If you are going to be with my ex-partner, make sure she takes care of you.


Her bacon slimmin' but her eggs get runny, funny
She may not be a great cook, but she has some endearing qualities.


So many bombs, you'd think Flex get money, from me
I have so many great lyrics that people should think I am paying radio host DJ Flex.


Cole world but my neck get sunny
I may be from a cold climate, but I am still successful and shining.


Now I don't fuck around with hoes from reality shows
I avoid reality TV stars as romantic partners.


Or blow up dolls, cause I don't like havin' sex with dummies, love me
I prefer real, intelligent partners over plastic sex dolls.


No disrespect meant, honey, this just a compilation of my observations
I don't mean to offend anyone, but these are my honest opinions and experiences.


While trapped in this God-forsaken nation
I feel stuck in a place that is forsaken by God.


I've been thinkin' me and you would make a bangin' combination
I think we would have great chemistry together.


I know that you mad, I know what I said
I know you are angry with me because of what I have said.


But my dick be arguin' with my head, are you with the bed?
I am conflicted between what I think is right and what I want sexually.


Well if so let's break out!
If you are interested in a sexual relationship, let's go for it.


Got what you want, I got what you need
I have what you desire.


My heart on my sleeve, watch me bleed, I break out!
I wear my emotions on my sleeve and am willing to take risks for success.


Dreamville is the team, my team iller than fiends
My crew is highly talented and successful.


And ye' ain't real as you seem, and we can tell, nigga
Kanye West is not as authentic as he appears, and we can see through his persona.


Fuck what you think, cause if your shit don't stink
I don't care about your opinion if you do not have any flaws or struggles.


Nigga my shit won't sink, cause it can't, I break out!
My success will not falter because it is built on a solid foundation.


I gotta break the fuck up outta here
I need to leave this place and move on to bigger and better things.


Dreamville is the team, my team iller than fiends
My crew is highly talented and successful.


And ye' ain't real as you seem, and we can tell, nigga
Kanye West is not as authentic as he appears, and we can see through his persona.




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@amkrishnan8732

Now this is going to sound crazy but this song got me into Law School. I quoted 'If I told you that a flower bloomed in a dark room would you trust it?' at the start of my personal statement and they were so impressed for some reason and gave me a place at a world class law school. When I grow old this song will forever hold a special place in my heart.

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