Respect
Larry M. Bell Lyrics

How many songs do I need to drop before you n****s get the memo?
I have released numerous songs, yet you all still don't understand my message.

Don't be ducking, ghost watching on my page, you can see the info
Stop avoiding and silently observing my social media; all the necessary information is there for you to see.

And don't hit my DM like you been a kinfolk
Don't slide into my direct messages pretending to be close family when you're not.

I'm just saying dawg
I'm just expressing my thoughts, my friend.

I been in the studio so you can feel it all
I have spent a lot of time in the studio perfecting my craft, allowing you to experience my music fully.

Now my light is shining bright from the ceiling dawg
I have achieved success, and my fame is radiating brightly and noticeably.

I been through pain and life, now I just evolved
I have endured hardships and experiences, and as a result, I have grown and transformed.

You wasn't there when my back was against the wall
You were not present when I faced difficult situations and needed support.

And this how it looks when you are persistent
When you remain determined and committed, this is the outcome.

So hold the gimmicks, better pay attention
Reject the superficial tactics and focus on what truly matters; be attentive.

Give a standing ovation when I'm in the building
Show your admiration and appreciation by applauding when I am present.

Show respect, get respect, that's how I'm living, 'Cause
I conduct my life in a way that promotes respect from others, and I reciprocate that respect.

I don't care about the fame, I need respect
The recognition and popularity are not important to me, but being treated with respect is.

Nothing more, nothing less
Respect is all I ask for, without any additional expectations.

I'ma stand for something, you can die for nothing
I will advocate for meaningful values, while you may be willing to sacrifice your life for meaningless pursuits.

As I move off of morals, better show respect
I base my actions and decisions on ethical principles, so it is essential for you to demonstrate respect.

'Cause the way I was living
Due to my previous lifestyle

I used to sacrifice just to have some women
I would make compromises solely to be with women.

I never had the best of luck when it came to getting
I often faced difficulties when trying to pursue romantic relationships.

Sex out of women, but I wouldn't pay attention
I was focused on seeking physical intimacy, but I disregarded deeper connections.

Now the women come to me, wanting my attention
Now, women are drawn to me and seek my attention.

But I ain't with the tricking, I gotta handle business
I am no longer interested in engaging in deceptive behavior; I prioritize my responsibilities.

She giving up her body and she don't like committing
She engages in casual physical relationships and avoids commitment.

I guess the mileage on your car got yo ass tripping
I assume you have trust issues due to your past encounters and experiences.

That's why I gotta say it, you can hold the sugarcoating
That is precisely why I need to express this honestly, without any unnecessary embellishments.

Brought raw material, now the world notice
By presenting my authentic self, the world has started to take notice of my talent.

It took a heartbreak for my seal to be broken
Experiencing a painful romantic breakup was necessary for me to reveal my true self.

This might be the come-up that you was talking 'bout
This could be the moment of success and progress that you previously mentioned.

'Cause now I'm the man that I was talking 'bout
Because now, I have become the person I aspired to be.

Speaking from my heart, yeah I gotta air it out
I need to express my heartfelt emotions openly and honestly.

I wanted my respect 'fore I ever left the house
I desired to be treated with respect even before venturing out into the world.

But it's all good, no harm no foul, 'Cause
Nevertheless, everything is fine, without any negative consequences, because

I know what it's like to be disrespected
I have firsthand experience of how it feels to be treated without respect.

People making accusations with their interjections
Individuals often make unfounded accusations while offering their opinions.

I had to learn to be calm when I'm under pressure
I had to develop the ability to remain calm and composed when facing challenging situations.

You can say it all you want, but the game will test you
You can boast and talk as much as you like, but ultimately, the challenges of life will put you to the test.

'Cause life will teach you best if you don't understand
Life itself provides the most valuable lessons if you are not willing to comprehend them.

I hurt the woman that I loved the most man
I caused emotional pain to the woman I deeply cared for, my friend.

Now I gotta deal with it, gotta be a man
Now, I must confront and take responsibility for my actions, demonstrating maturity.

And I can't say nothing if she get a different man
I cannot object or say anything if she decides to be with another man.

So when I say my bars, it's from a deep place
When I rap my verses, they come from a place of profound emotions and experiences.

Stand firm behind my words, no more switching up my face
I remain unwavering in my beliefs and express them consistently, without changing my opinions.

Like a sour patch, the truth is a bitter sweet taste
Similar to the tangy flavor of a sour candy, the truth can be both unpleasant and satisfying.

So show respect to ya woman or she switching up ya place
Therefore, treat your partner with respect, or else she may change her opinion of you or leave you.

And how she treat you, it gotta correlate
The way she treats you should align with the respect you show her.

It's not about the sex that make a man stay
The reasons why a man stays in a relationship are not solely based on sexual intimacy.

Gotta be feminine and she gotta know her place
She must embody femininity and have a clear understanding of her role and position in the relationship.

Then the icing on the cake is showing him respect, so
Additionally, showing him respect is the perfect finishing touch to the relationship.