Nothing less
Living Legends Lyrics

We are the music makers, and we are the dreamers of dreams, come along
We are the creators of the music, and the ones who have big aspirations. Join us in this journey.

Nothing Less, nothing less
We strive for excellence and won't settle for anything less.

Well I bet you that I get the last laugh
I am confident that I will succeed and have the final victory.

Bet you that my funerals packed
I am so influential that even my funeral would have a large turnout.

And the tune you all blast is my crew's shit
The music you all love and listen to is created by my talented group.

New shit or old it don't matter
Whether it's new or old music, its quality and impact remain significant.

Bold I get swole in the zone where you gather
Confidently, I become stronger in the places where we come together.

I'm alone but together with the folks
Although I may feel alone, I find strength and connection with the people.

Not really knowing where I'm going
I may not have a clear direction in life at the moment.

But my goal's to provoke thoughts
My aim is to stimulate deep thinking and contemplation.

Devote lots, show some fools the ropes to hop
I dedicate much time and effort to guide and teach those who need direction.

Scope the top from above it
I observe the highest level of success from a vantage point.

Love it, then leave it alone
I appreciate and enjoy it, but I also let go when necessary.

I believe that I'm grown showing the way
I have matured and am leading others by example.

Owing the bay for going astray, now I'm blowing away
I acknowledge my faults and owe apologies to the community, but now I'm surpassing expectations.

Like that bag in American Beauty
Similar to the floating bag in the movie 'American Beauty,' I am experiencing a sense of profound beauty and freedom.

Truly blessed and nothing less
I am genuinely fortunate and won't settle for anything less.

I'm nothing less than a criminal
I consider myself to be a rebel or rule-breaker.

With minimal convictions
I have few regrets or guilt regarding my actions.

Serving up my customers a hustler of the diction
I provide my audience with a skilled and charismatic performer through my lyrical abilities.

Crushing my afflictions, I'm sick in the mind
I overcome my personal struggles, demonstrating resilience despite psychological challenges.

Depends on how you ask
The perception of my mental state varies depending on who you ask.

And I can do anything depending on the task
I am capable of accomplishing anything if the right opportunity arises.

I tend to be on blast more often than not
I frequently receive attention and criticism, often in a negative manner.

Between a rock and a hard place
In a difficult situation with limited options.

I soften my spot, talking a lot
I try to ease tensions and improve my position by engaging in conversation.

That's if my CD's get played
The success of my music depends on its plays and exposure.

But if that's not the case then I had nothing to say
If my music goes unheard, I feel my voice becomes irrelevant.

My crew been tight since we was up in the bay
My group has maintained a close bond since our early days in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Been down for a while, now watch us
We have faced adversity in the past, but now witness our rise and success.

As we take it, up and away
We continue to progress and elevate to new heights.

Something to play when you're laying on back
Our music provides a suitable soundtrack for relaxation and reflection.

Felt the love when I wrote this
I expressed deep emotions while creating this song, feeling a genuine connection.

So I know y'all feel what I'm saying on tracks
I am confident that the listeners resonate with the messages conveyed in my songs.

The first step was birth
The initial stage in this individual's journey was their birth into the world.

Now forever cursed to analyze his self-worth
They are burdened with the perpetual task of evaluating their own value and significance.

The second step was belief
They had to develop a sense of faith and confidence in themselves.

He had to make that move before he even grew teeth
This move towards self-belief had to occur at a young age, even before they had teeth.

The third step, respect awareness
They needed to cultivate an understanding and appreciation for respect.

He could trip over the next step if he's careless
They must be cautious and not overlook the upcoming stage, as it may lead to stumbling.

That next step, number four, was love
The fourth stage involved experiencing and embracing love.

Can't touch it without stepping the other three above
To fully engage with love, they must first fulfill the requirements of the previous three steps.

As he froze for a moment
They encountered a temporary freeze or hesitation in their journey.

Ignoring the remaining ones
They disregarded the remaining steps ahead of them.

He was approaching, focus stolen
Their concentration was disrupted as they approached the next stage.

Looking down at his hands to see what he was holding
They examined their hands, trying to understand what they possessed.

Nothing, empty
They realized they had nothing, an emptiness within them.

No choice but to keep going
Despite feeling empty, they had no alternative but to continue their journey.

The fifth step felt like a misstep
The fifth stage seemed like a wrong move or a deviation from the intended path.

It was a re-evaluation of the first four
The fifth stage required a reassessment of the previous four steps.

The anxiety, fear of what it hurts for
They experienced anxiety and fear regarding the potential pain associated with this step.

Caught in somewhere between the earths core
They found themselves in a situation that felt intense and deep-rooted like the Earth's core.

And the first floor
Yet, they were simultaneously grounded and connected to the first floor or the everyday world.

When he finally made it to step six
After overcoming the challenges of step five, they arrived at the sixth stage.

He could no longer see it for what it is
However, they couldn't grasp the essence or true nature of this step anymore.

All of his views and family and life were askew
Their perspectives, family relationships, and overall life seemed distorted and disorientated.

Number six had been twisted by the previous two
The sixth stage had been negatively influenced or distorted by the previous two steps.

The last step, the seventh
The final stage in their journey was the seventh step.

Was the only thing left that kept him outside of heaven
This last step was the only thing preventing them from reaching a state of pure bliss or contentment.

One last breath and everything could be pleasant
With one final breath or effort, they could attain a state of pleasure and tranquility.

Life through death, man's final lesson
The ultimate lesson for humankind is the understanding that life is intertwined with death.

Nothing less, god bless the days I rest
I desire and expect nothing less than to enjoy peaceful and blessed days of rest.

In this mess called life
Referring to the chaotic and unpredictable nature of life.

Trying to be the best for the best dressed
I strive to excel and impress those who are considered the most fashionable or influential.

Female, but she just brings hell
Referring to a problematic or troublesome woman.

In the wishing well, I drown pieces of my soul
Metaphorically, I throw fragments of my soul into a wishing well, potentially losing a part of myself.

Born to rebel
My nature is inclined towards rebellion or defiance.

I'm the black James Dean of the underground
I embody the rebellious spirit and charisma of James Dean within the underground music scene.

Yelling at shows
I passionately express myself and perform energetically during live performances.

Like rallys in Cali, I blow rhyme under the trees
Similar to political rallies in California, I passionately deliver rhymes and lyrics under the serene setting of trees.

Wanabees talk shit all day
Individuals who aspire to be like me engage in disrespectful and derogatory speech.

But don't got a tape to play
Despite their criticism, they lack any creative output or material to present.

Nothing genuine to say
These individuals lack sincerity or authenticity in their words.

So they bite the next man
They imitate or copy someone else in an attempt to gain success or approval.

Like they gonna make him the best man
They falsely believe that copying someone else will turn them into the best version of themselves.

In this crusade the future looks black
Using a metaphor of a crusade, the future appears uncertain or bleak.

Like Taye Diggs' forehead
The reference to actor Taye Diggs' prominent forehead suggests a sense of humor and lightheartedness in discussing the future.

We can't go ahead and let the whack break our spirit
We cannot allow uninspiring or mediocre things to discourage or demotivate us.

I know my expectations are high
I acknowledge that I have set high expectations for myself.

But I refuse to lay low
Despite the challenges, I will not settle for mediocrity or inaction.

No compromises only improvising
I am determined to find creative solutions and make adjustments without compromising my values.

From what I manifest in the mind
I derive my actions and accomplishments from the thoughts and ideas I bring into reality.

Even though they say no
Despite facing rejection or opposition from others.

I follow through if it's true
If my belief or intuition tells me it's the right path, I will persist.

You know those type of serious questions
Referring to thought-provoking and significant inquiries.

That are asked in a playful manner
These questions may be asked in a lighthearted or seemingly casual way.

So if assumptions are wrong
If their assumptions or guesses about me are incorrect.

They can act like it's a joke?
Others may dismiss or laugh it off as if it were a humorous misunderstanding.

What do you do for a living?
A common question about one's occupation or source of income.

That's the words they spoke
Those were the exact words they used when asking about my livelihood.

When they first heard that I wrote to stay alive
When they initially discovered I write as a means of survival or self-expression.

While they work a 9 to 5
While they have conventional jobs or routine work hours.

I work just as hard as you
I put in the same amount of effort and dedication as someone with a regular job.

But got a different focus
However, my attention and priorities are directed elsewhere.

And while you focus on me I'm gonna be all that I am
While they pay attention to me and judge my actions, I will continue being true to myself and embracing my identity.

Honest SIAM
Referring to being sincere and genuine.

While others run at the mouth
While some people merely talk or boast without taking action.

With nothing to show
They have no tangible results or achievements to present.

I'ma use what I know, manipulating my flow
I will leverage my skills and manipulate my artistic style or delivery.

From here to there
Throughout my journey or career.

I origami the situation
Similar to the folding technique used in origami, I transform and adapt to different circumstances.

From what is considered unsuitable to something beautiful
I turn situations that are perceived as unfitting or undesirable into something remarkable or aesthetically pleasing.

The outcome is legendary, and nothing less
The resulting outcome is remarkable and matches or exceeds the highest expectations.