Celebrate
Lil Wayne Ft Talib Kweli & Mack Maine Lyrics

Young Moolah baby
Representing the Young Money crew, celebrating their success and prosperity

Happy music, happy people
The music and vibe of the song is uplifting and joyful, bringing happiness to the listeners

Happy people
The people who are listening to the song and embracing the positive energy are feeling happy

Everything is alright
In this moment, everything is going well and there are no worries or problems

Everything is alright
Once again emphasizing that everything is good and there is no need to worry

Pop a bottle and celebrate
To express their joy and success, they are popping a bottle of champagne as a celebratory gesture

We made it to a new day
Acknowledging the fact that they have made it through another day and are grateful for the opportunity

Pop a bottle and celebrate
Continuing the theme of celebrating their achievements and happiness

We done made it to a new day
Reiterating the gratitude for making it through another day

Oh I take a hit and just elevate
Taking a hit from a joint to relax and uplift their mood

'Cause today will be a good day
Having a positive outlook and believing that the day will bring happiness and success

I got my mind right, money right, ready for war
Preparing mentally and financially for any challenges that may come their way

Hey! - blow the horns on 'em
An expression of excitement and energy, bringing attention to what is coming next

The sun is out, it's a brand new day and it just dawned on 'em
Highlighting the start of a new day and the realization of the positive energy surrounding them

The smoke in here got 'em floating just like in salt water
The atmosphere is filled with smoke, creating a relaxed and dream-like state

And break is fast, we got it cooking just like a short order
The party or celebration is moving quickly and smoothly, like a chef preparing food in a short amount of time

Go feed the hands birds cover the cheetah print
Providing abundance and taking care of those in need, while also flaunting their luxurious lifestyle

A jungle out there and the jail is the zoo that keep us in
Referring to the dangerous and chaotic world they live in, with jails acting as a place of confinement

Players in gators is crazy, we feel the need to rock 'em
Wearing expensive alligator skin shoes shows their extravagance and the desire to stand out

Furs coming in all different colors like PETA got 'em
Wearing fur coats in various colors, mocking the animal rights organization PETA

Killing yourself for a salary
Working excessively and sacrificing their well-being for money

Look ya line flatter than stomachs of the women that's running, watching them calories
Comparing a person's financial situation to the flat stomachs of women who are cautious about their caloric intake

Hope that we linking, we smoking and drinking casually
Hoping that they can come together and enjoy smoking and drinking in a relaxed and casual manner

'Cause life without living ain't nothing but a fallacy
Stating that a life without truly living and enjoying oneself is meaningless and false

Say, who's that peekin' in my window?
Curious about who is trying to look into their personal space

Is that sunshine? Is that one time?
Questioning if it is a positive and shining moment or if there is a potential threat

Let that sun shine through my living room
Allowing the positive energy and light to fill their living space

Hospitality is what I'm giving you
Welcoming others into their life and offering them kindness and warmth

Harsh reality is what I've been through
Acknowledging that they have experienced difficult and challenging situations

But I'm not alone, ask her and him too
They are not the only ones who have faced hardships, as others can relate to their struggles

And they shall tell ya, ain't nothin' better
Those who have gone through similar experiences will affirm that there is nothing better than overcoming those challenges

Than the smell of a new day
Finding joy and hope in the freshness and potential of a new day

I know the ocean runs dry and the sky gets dark
Acknowledging that there can be periods of scarcity and darkness

And ya don't see what He's trying to show ya
Sometimes, individuals fail to recognize the lessons and signs that God is presenting

And I know the wall may seem tall
Realizing that obstacles may appear insurmountable

But if we help each other I guarantee we get over
By working together and supporting one another, they can overcome any challenge

And once I'm over, I'll reach back for my brother
Once they have overcome their personal obstacles, they will extend a helping hand to others

And pull him over as well
Supporting their brother and helping them overcome their own challenges

Keep our heads high and our noses wide open
Maintaining a positive attitude and being open to new opportunities

Hopin' for that new day smell
Anticipating the fresh and hopeful scent of a new day

Yea homie, I been? since I was 16
Acknowledging their long journey and experiences since the age of 16

To tell 'em what I'm 'bout to tell 'em
Preparing to share an important message or story

So I need more than a 16
Realizing that a 16-bar verse is not enough to express what they want to say

See I'm the only son of Mary and Joe
Referencing biblical figures and suggesting that they have a special purpose and destiny

So I gotta fulfill my purpose 'fore I'm buried, ya know
Recognizing the importance of fulfilling their purpose before they pass away

My momma say she having visions of me being a missionary
Their mother believes that they have a calling to become a missionary and spread a message or belief system

And the hood looking at me as a walking visionary
People in their neighborhood see them as someone who sees the bigger picture and has a vision for the future

So I sit back and wonder will I ever have my time to shine
Contemplating whether they will have the opportunity to truly showcase their talent and potential

And die like Pac in his prime
Aspiring to leave a lasting impact on the world, similar to the late rapper Tupac Shakur when he was at the height of his career

Or will I go out like Len Bias and OD before the tryouts
Referencing the tragic death of basketball player Len Bias, cautioning against the dangers of substance abuse

No teller no reaper no buyout
Suggesting that they do not want their life and success to be determined by chance or external factors

I'm good, I pray for a head to protect ya
Feeling secure and protected, and praying for the safety and well-being of others

And I gotta walk the streets with the heat as my protection
Acknowledging the dangers of the streets and the need to carry a weapon for self-defense

Still gotta watch my back, still watch my front home
Remaining vigilant and cautious about their surroundings and potential threats

'Cause I seen a lot of n-ggas die with they gun on
Having witnessed many people losing their lives due to street violence, even while carrying a weapon

So with that in mind, I just get higher
Using substances to cope with the harsh realities and trauma they have experienced

And pray to the higher Messiah, I'm no liar
Seeking solace and guidance from a higher power, emphasizing their sincerity

And they say that puffing the fire f-cks with your memory
Acknowledging the potential negative effects of smoking marijuana on memory

But I got a lot of stuff that I don't wan' remember see
Preferring to forget or not dwell on certain memories or experiences

Like when my homie ivin died
Reflecting on the loss of a close friend named ivin

I like how I never seen a man cry 'til I seen Lance died
Sharing the experience of witnessing a man cry for the first time upon the death of someone named Lance

Never seen my pops cry 'til I seen my Grams died
Observing their father cry for the first time when their grandmother passed away

And I'm here to tell him that I miss my Grams too
Expressing their own grief over the loss of their grandmother and comforting their father

And I wish I could hug her for mothers day too
Longing to have the opportunity to embrace and celebrate their grandmother on Mother's Day

And I feel the same way that you do
Sharing the same emotions and sentiments as their father

But we gotta still move on so she can just smile down on us
Understanding the need to continue living and finding peace, knowing their grandmother would want them to be happy

And I don't want the Lord to ever frown down on us
Desiring to live in a way that would make God proud and pleased

I know that they really got power in a gun
Recognizing the potential destructive power of guns

But I also know that they got power in a tongue
Acknowledging that words can also have a powerful impact and influence

So every time I speak, look I try to speak life
Striving to use their words to bring positivity and encouragement

Y'all tweaking for broads, I tweak life
While others chase after relationships and material things, they focus on improving and experiencing life to the fullest

They said I was s'posed to die as a fetus
Refuting the belief or expectation that they would not survive or thrive

My momma said I bind that Devil in the name of Jesus
Their mother invoked the power of faith and their religious beliefs to overcome any negative influences or challenges

So now I'm here just to talk to y'all
Being present in the moment to connect and communicate with the listeners

Come and stroll with me homie, let me walk wit' y'all
Inviting the listeners to join them on a journey, both physically and metaphorically

Ten million ways to die so I chose
Acknowledging the various dangers and risks in life, but still making conscious choices

To get my life right by the end of the road
Committing to personal growth and transformation before their journey comes to an end

'Fore my body in a casket and I'm stiff and froze
Preferring to live a fulfilling and meaningful life before facing death

'Fore I'm laying in a morgue with a tag on my toes
Expressing the desire to avoid the cold and impersonal reality of being in a morgue, identified only by a tag on their feet

I'm here to tell you take heed to the warnings
Warning the listeners to pay attention and be cautious of potential dangers or pitfalls

School shootings, hurricanes, and global warming
Listing examples of serious and concerning issues that require attention and action

Open ya Bibles up with no hesitation
Encouraging the listeners to turn to their religious texts and teachings without hesitation

BC was the Genesis, this is Revelations
Referencing the Bible, suggesting that the past (BC) was the beginning, while the present (Revelations) represents a time of revelation or significant change

So you better pick your destination
Advising the audience to make deliberate choices and decisions about the direction of their lives

Tomorrow ain't promised, better pick your destination
Highlighting the uncertainty of the future and urging the listeners to make the most of their time

Rest in peace B Spencer, rest in peace?
Paying tribute to and remembering someone named B Spencer who has passed away, while also acknowledging others who may have also passed away

Shit could be worse so I'm feeling like Weezy
Acknowledging that things could be worse, but choosing to maintain a positive attitude similar to Lil Wayne

I wake up in the morning, take a piss, and wash my hands
An everyday routine that signifies starting a new day and preparing oneself

Take a knee and thank the Man and leave my life in God's hands, yea!
Taking a moment to show gratitude and entrust their life to a higher power, expressing their faith