Run Forrest
Latrell James Lyrics

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I ain't waste no time I had to run for it
Run for it, run for it
I ain't far behind, I had to run for it
Run for it, run for it
Fuck that 9 to 5 I had to run for it
Run for it, run for it
Money on my mind I had to run for it
Run for it, run for it

Late 20's got me feeling stressed
Thinking about my 30's, mean my death
Thinking about my come ups and my debts
So lost when my phone got gps
Find myself strolling down the timeline
Then I ask myself when Is it my time
All my rapper homies getting checks
I know, me, my bro shit coming next
Put some respect, look
I ain't have a baby yet, let me take my baby steps
I ain't get the cedes yet
I ain't get the avi's yet
I've been working over time
They ain't even pay me yet
Ain't no pride in breaking sweat

I ain't waste no time I had to run for it
Run for it, run for it
I ain't far behind, I had to run for it
Run for it, run for it
Fuck that 9 to 5 I had to run for it
Run for it, run for it
Money on my mind I had to run for it
Run for it, run for it

Late 20's got me feeling blessed
Got both of my parents me no stress
Some of us won't make it though this song
Some of us won't make it through this
And I know I'll do just fine
Cause I know how to finesse the finesser
The tech on the dresser don't fold under pressure, I'm focused through breakfast
finesse the finesser
The tech on the dresser don't fold under pressure, I'm focused through breakfast
the 1st and the 15th the same it's like Craig's list,
The it's and the festers, the shit is invested I'm gone

I ain't waste no time I had to run for it
Run for it, run for it
I ain't far behind, I had to run for it
Run for it, run for it
Fuck that 9 to 5 I had to run for it
Run for it, run for it

Money on my mind I had to run for it
Run for it, run for it

Overall Meaning

In "Run Forrest" by Latrell James, the lyrics speak to the urgency and determination to chase after one's dreams and escape the monotony of everyday life. The song begins with the repetition of the line "I ain't waste no time, I had to run for it," emphasizing the sense of urgency and the need to take action. This could be interpreted as the artist expressing a desire for success and freedom, willing to put in the hard work and sacrifice in order to achieve his goals.

The lyrics also highlight the pressure and stress that comes with approaching one's late 20s and contemplating the future. Thoughts of mortality and the fear of not achieving enough in life are evident in lines like "Late 20's got me feeling stressed, thinking about my 30's, mean my death." The artist mentions his rapping peers who are already finding success and receiving recognition, creating a sense of competition and a desire to keep up.

However, amidst the pressure and uncertainty, there is a sense of self-assurance and resilience. The line "the tech on the dresser don't fold under pressure, I'm focused through breakfast" suggests that the artist remains steadfast and composed, not allowing external circumstances to deter him from his path. The song ends with the repetition of the chorus, reaffirming the determination to keep pushing forward and running towards his goals.

Line by Line Meaning

I ain't waste no time I had to run for it
I didn't waste any time, I had to take action immediately

Run for it, run for it
Keep moving forward, don't stop

I ain't far behind, I had to run for it
I can't afford to fall behind, I had to keep pushing myself

Fuck that 9 to 5 I had to run for it
I didn't want to be stuck in a typical job, I needed to pursue my dreams

Money on my mind I had to run for it
I was driven by the desire to achieve financial success

Late 20's got me feeling stressed
Being in my late twenties has caused me a lot of anxiety

Thinking about my 30's, mean my death
Reflecting on the future and the fact that getting older brings me closer to death

Thinking about my come ups and my debts
Contemplating my successes and failures, both financially and personally

So lost when my phone got gps
Feeling overwhelmed and distracted by social media and online experiences

Find myself strolling down the timeline
Getting caught up in scrolling through various social media feeds

Then I ask myself when Is it my time
Questioning when it will be my turn to succeed or achieve recognition

All my rapper homies getting checks
Watching my fellow rapper friends receive financial rewards

I know, me, my bro shit coming next
I believe that my brother and I will experience success in the near future

Put some respect, look
Demanding recognition and acknowledgment

I ain't have a baby yet, let me take my baby steps
I haven't reached certain milestones yet, so I need to start slow and gradually progress

I ain't get the cedes yet
I haven't achieved luxurious possessions like expensive cars yet

I ain't get the avi's yet
I haven't attained the recognition and status that others have

I've been working over time
I have been putting in extra effort and dedication

They ain't even pay me yet
Despite my hard work, I haven't received the financial rewards yet

Ain't no pride in breaking sweat
There's no sense of accomplishment in simply working hard

Late 20's got me feeling blessed
Despite the stress, I am grateful for being in my late twenties

Got both of my parents me no stress
Having both of my parents around brings me peace of mind

Some of us won't make it though this song
Not all of us will survive or succeed in life

Some of us won't make it through this
Some individuals won't overcome their hardships or challenges

And I know I'll do just fine
I am confident that I will be successful

Cause I know how to finesse the finesser
I am skilled at outsmarting those who try to deceive or manipulate me

The tech on the dresser don't fold under pressure, I'm focused through breakfast
I handle my responsibilities and challenges without succumbing to stress or distractions

the 1st and the 15th the same it's like Craig's list
Receiving a regular paycheck is monotonous and predictable

The it's and the festers, the shit is invested I'm gone
The problems and difficulties are present, but I am determined to move forward and achieve success

Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Latoria Boyd, Latrell Boyd, Lilah Boyd

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