Logic’s own in-house producer, 6ix, based the sound around a sample of Tarika Blue’s 1977 record, “Dreamflower,” and lifted the horns from OutKast’s “SpottieOttieDopaliscious” to form the instrumental for this track. He also chopped up Pimp C’s “Knockin' Doorz Down” to create the intro. He previouslysong on 2011’s “Addiction.” It’s worth noting that Tarika Blue’s record was similarly sampled by Erykah Badu on November 2000’s, “Didn’t Cha Know,” which led to legal disputes. In fact, Logic had to ask for Badu’s permission to use the sample, which he also notes on the album’s third track, “GP4”:
"I just texted Erykah Badu
To let her know what I’m gon' to do
Sample “Dreamflower” by Tarika Blue."
Interestingly, Logic previously sampled “Didn’t Cha Know” on his 2018 track, “Indica Badu,” as well.
This song was talked about in the first episode of Bobby’s World and subsequently previewed in the second episode.
Man I Is
Logic Lyrics
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I'ma come through and show my wood pine
Knockin', knockin' doors down, showin' cars around
I'ma, I'ma come through and show my wood pine, I'ma, I'ma come-
Knockin' doors, knockin', knockin' doors down, down
Knockin' doors, knock- knock- knock- knock- knockin' doors down
I'ma-I'ma come through, I'ma-I'ma come down
I'ma come through, I'ma-I'ma come down (yeah)
Paper chasin' on occasion
West Deer Park, that's my location
Life and death was what we was facin'
Boy, gotta get that motivation
Back in the basement
Look at my idols, I'm feelin' adjacent
Doin' the shit that I wish I was doing, I'm feelin' impatient
Throwin' parties and catching cases
That's the life, but that shit basic
I've cooked crack, I can't erase it
If I could, would not replace it
Grew up all alone
Had to teach myself to tie my laces
What's the deal?
I'ma play the field
Rattpack, we keep it real
Nothin' but love for the people that paved the way
So a brother like me, he can get it today
Antwan, Erykah and 3K
Can't forget those ain't here today
R.I.P. JD and Pimp C
Payin' respect, so don't hold it against me
Devil he callin' me, he love to tempt me
God exempt me, why you sent me here?
What I think about year to yearWhat I've been through these people only see through a peep hole, yeah
Not a single one got an idea
So I write it down on this page
Feel like I'm 35 times my age
Look in the mirror don't know what to say
But I'm happy the man I is
Yeah, yeah
I said I'm happy the man I is
And I'm proud of the man I've become
I'm proud that I'm from a slum
And never got cold, I never got numb
Except for the winter time and then some
I transcend and I transform
Poetic vision in rare form
Growing up, nobody there for him
I promise when I have a family I'ma be there for 'em
I love hip-hop
Hatin' motherfucker, go and kick rocks
No matter what happen I never gon' stop
Like Cole said, if they don't know yo' dreams
Then they can't shoot 'em down
But I'ma let the world know
'Cause I'm too high up to hit the ground
This shit right here is like therapy, spit it verily
I ain't perfect, I got problems, I got issues like People magazine
Shoot from the hip and reload the magazine
I wish I could just go on forever, forever, ever and ever
But this rhyme
Ill as it is divine
Gon' be cut short today 'cause I'm out of studio time
Only thought I was recording these horns and not no rhyme
What can I say? Inspiration hits at any time
So I guess I'll have to conclude all my thoughts another time
Another rhyme
Another, ano- rhyme
Anime such as Cowboy Bebop
Trigun, and Samurai Champloo
Were in constant rotation
During the making of this album
In Logic's song "Man I Is," the rapper reflects on his humble beginnings and difficult past, celebrating the person he has become. Through his lyrics, Logic appears to be using his success as a way of paying tribute to those who have paved the way for him, and promoting the importance of hard work, perseverance, and self-belief. The chorus of the song is a reference to his newfound fame, as he drives around in his cars, knocking doors down and showing off his "wood pine."
The first verse of the song describes his upbringing, growing up in a rough neighborhood which saw him involved in drug dealing and crime. By revealing his past, Logic is attempting to provide hope for others who may be facing similar challenges. The second verse follows a similar theme, with Logic likening his life to that of a hip-hop legend. This is a reference to his own upbringing, which saw him learn the art of rap from a young age, despite lacking formal training.
Overall, "Man I Is" is a powerful and introspective song that explores themes of personal growth, self-acceptance, and hard work. It is both an ode to the rapper's past and a statement of his intent to continue pushing forward.
Line by Line Meaning
Knockin' doors down, showin' cars around
I'm making my way to the top and showing off my success.
I'ma come through and show my wood pine
I'm going to make sure everyone sees that I'm at the top and have made something of myself.
Paper chasin' on occasion
I'm hustling to make money occasionally.
West Deer Park, that's my location
I'm from West Deer Park.
Life and death was what we was facin'
I've been through some tough times where life and death were on the line.
Boy, gotta get that motivation
I need to stay motivated to keep pushing towards my goals.
Back in the basement
I'm going back to where it all started.
Look at my idols, I'm feelin' adjacent
I'm inspired by my idols and feel like I'm on the same level or close to their greatness.
Doin' the shit that I wish I was doing, I'm feelin' impatient
I'm impatient because I'm still not quite where I want to be in life.
Throwin' parties and catching cases
I'm living a wild life and getting myself into trouble.
That's the life, but that shit basic
My current lifestyle is unfulfilling and unsatisfying.
I've cooked crack, I can't erase it
I have a past and there are things I can't change or forget.
If I could, would not replace it
I don't regret my past because it has made me who I am today.
Grew up all alone
I had a rough childhood and didn't have anyone to rely on.
Had to teach myself to tie my laces
I had to figure things out on my own because I didn't have parental figures to guide me.
What's the deal?
What's going on?
I'ma play the field
I'm going to explore and see what life has to offer.
Rattpack, we keep it real
My crew and I always stay true to who we are and our values.
Nothin' but love for the people that paved the way
I respect and admire those who came before me and made it possible for me to succeed.
So a brother like me, he can get it today
I've been able to achieve success like those before me because of their hard work and dedication.
Antwan, Erykah and 3K
I'm paying homage to some of my musical influences and idols.
Can't forget those ain't here today
I also recognize and remember those who have passed away and can't be here to see my success.
R.I.P. JD and Pimp C
I'm showing respect and paying tribute to JD and Pimp C who have both passed away.
Payin' respect, so don't hold it against me
I'm showing my respect and admiration for those who have passed and I hope no one takes this as a negative.
Devil he callin' me, he love to tempt me
I feel tempted to make bad decisions and become sidetracked from my goals.
God exempt me, why you sent me here?
I'm asking God why he put me in this position and why I have to deal with these challenges and temptations.
What I think about year to year
I reflect on my life and think about how far I've come and where I want to be in the future.
What I've been through these people only see through a peep hole, yeah
People only see a small part of who I am and what I've been through.
Not a single one got an idea
No one truly knows what I've been through or what it's like to be me.
So I write it down on this page
I express my emotions and experiences through writing music.
Feel like I'm 35 times my age
I feel older and more mature than I actually am.
Look in the mirror don't know what to say
I'm not always sure of who I am or what I'm all about.
But I'm happy the man I is
Despite everything, I'm content with who I am and proud of the person I've become.
And I'm proud of the man I've become
I'm proud of myself for overcoming adversity and becoming a successful and well-respected person.
I'm proud that I'm from a slum
I'm proud of my humble background and where I come from.
And never got cold, I never got numb
I've been able to stay grounded and humble despite my success.
Except for the winter time and then some
Except for when it's really cold outside, then I can't help but feel numb.
I transcend and I transform
I'm constantly growing and changing as a person.
Poetic vision in rare form
My creativity and writing abilities are rare and unique.
Growing up, nobody there for him
I didn't have anyone there to support me or guide me when I was growing up.
I promise when I have a family I'ma be there for 'em
I vow to be there for my future family and be the supportive parent that I never had.
I love hip-hop
I have a strong passion for hip-hop music.
Hatin' motherfucker, go and kick rocks
I don't have time for haters and negative people in my life.
No matter what happen I never gon' stop
No matter what obstacles I face, I will never give up on my dreams and goals.
Like Cole said, if they don't know yo' dreams
Referencing J.Cole and his song 'Love Yourz', if people don't know your dreams, they can't bring you down.
Then they can't shoot 'em down
If people don't know what you're striving for, they can't discourage you or hinder your progress.
But I'ma let the world know
I'm not afraid to make my goals and dreams known to the world.
'Cause I'm too high up to hit the ground
I'm at the top and nothing can bring me down now.
This shit right here is like therapy, spit it verily
Rapping and writing music is therapeutic for me and I'm speaking my truth.
I ain't perfect, I got problems, I got issues like People magazine
I'm not perfect and I have flaws and problems just like everyone else.
Shoot from the hip and reload the magazine
I'm not afraid to speak my mind and keep going.
I wish I could just go on forever, forever, ever and ever
I wish I could keep making music forever and never stop.
But this rhyme
But this particular verse or song.
Ill as it is divine
This verse is sick and amazing.
Gon' be cut short today 'cause I'm out of studio time
I have to stop this song now because I've run out of studio time.
Only thought I was recording these horns and not no rhyme
I thought I was just recording instrumentals and not a whole song or verse.
What can I say? Inspiration hits at any time
I'm inspired and creative at all times and can start writing at any moment.
So I guess I'll have to conclude all my thoughts another time
I'll have to finish up my writing and thoughts at another time since I've run out of studio time today.
Another rhyme
Another verse or song.
Another, ano- rhyme
Another verse, continuing the musical journey of my life.
Anime such as Cowboy Bebop
I've been watching a lot of Cowboy Bebop anime.
Trigun, and Samurai Champloo
And I've also been watching these other anime series - Trigun and Samurai Champloo.
Were in constant rotation
I've been watching them over and over again.
During the making of this album
I've been watching these anime shows while making this album.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Andre Benjamin, Antwan Patton, Arjun Ivatury, Marcus Edwards, Patrick Brown, Philip Clendeninn, Robert Hall
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@trystanfresh
Logic's chillest tracks:
Do ya Like
All I Do
Driving Ms. Daisy
Innermission
Metropolis (suggested by kanepane)
City of Stars
44 Bars
Indica Badu
Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (suggstd. by ANAND)
Lost in Translation (suggstd. by Sonofposiedon)
Man I Is
Gimme more songs😁👇
@chrispuca
Knockin' doors down, showin' cars around
I'ma come through and show my wood pine
Knockin'-knockin' doors down, showin' cars around
I'ma-I'ma come through and show my wood pine, I'ma, I'ma come-
Knockin' doors, knockin'-knockin' doors down, down
Knockin' doors, knock-knock-knock-knock, knockin' doors down
I'ma-I'ma come through, I'ma-I'ma come down
I'ma come through, I'ma-I'ma come down (Yeah)
Verse1:
Paper chasin' on occasion
West Deer Park, that's my location
Life and death was what we was facin'
Boy, gotta get that motivation
Back in the basement
Look at my idols, I'm feelin' adjacent
Doin' the shit that I wish I was doing, I'm feelin' impatient
Throwin' parties and catching cases
That's the life, but that shit basic
I've cooked crack, I can't erase it
If I could, would not replace it
Grew up all alone
Had to teach myself to tie my laces
What's the deal?
I'ma play the field
Rattpack, we keep it real
Nothin' but love for the people that paved the way
So a brother like me, he can get it today
Antwan, Erykah and 3K
Can't forget those ain't here today
R.I.P. JD and Pimp C
Payin' respect, so don't hold it against me
Devil he callin' me, he love to tempt me
God exempt me, why you sent me here?
What I think about year to year
What I've been through these people only see through a peephole, yeah
Not a single one got an idea
So I write it down on this page
Feel like I'm 35 times my age
Look in the mirror don't know what to say
But I'm happy the man I is
Yeah, yeah
Verse2:
I said I'm happy the man I is
And I'm proud of the man I've become
I'm proud that I'm from a slum
I never got cold, I never got numb
Except from the winter time and then some
I transcend and I transform
Poetic vision in rare form
Growing up nobody there for him
I promise when I have a family I'ma be there for him
I love hip-hop
Hate a motherfucker, go kick rocks
No matter what happen I never gon' stop
Like Cole said if they don't know yo' dreams
Then they can't shoot 'em down
But I'ma let the world know
'Cause I'm too high up to hit the ground
This shit right here is like therapy, spit it verily
I ain't perfect, I got problems, I got issues like People magazine
Shoot from the hip and reload the magazine
I wish I could just go on forever, forever, ever and ever
But this rhyme
Ill as it is divine
Gon' cut short today 'cause I'm out of studio time
Only thought I was recording these horns and not no rhyme
What can I say? Inspiration hits at anytime
So I guess I'll have to conclude all my thoughts another time
Another rhyme
Another, ano- rhyme
@kanie2962
Lyrics
Knockin' doors down, showin' cars around
I'ma come through and show my wood pine
Knockin'-knockin' doors down, showin' cars around
I'ma-I'ma come through and show my wood pine, I'ma, I'ma come-
Knockin' doors, knockin'-knockin' doors down, down
Knockin' doors, knock-knock-knock-knock, knockin' doors down
I'ma-I'ma come through, I'ma-I'ma come down
I'ma come through, I'ma-I'ma come down (Yeah)
Paper chasin' on occasion
West Deer Park, that's my location
Life and death was what we was facin'
Boy, gotta get that motivation
Back in the basement
Look at my idols, I'm feelin' adjacent
Doin' the shit that I wish I was doing, I'm feelin' impatient
Throwin' parties and catching cases
That's the life, but that shit basic
I've cooked crack, I can't erase it
If I could, would not replace it
Grew up all alone
Had to teach myself to tie my laces
What's the deal?
I'ma play the field
Rattpack, we keep it real
Nothin' but love for the people that paved the way
So a brother like me, he can get it today
Antwan, Erykah and 3K
Can't forget those ain't here today
R.I.P. JD and Pimp C
Payin' respect, so don't hold it against me
Devil he callin' me, he love to tempt me
God exempt me, why you sent me here?
What I think about year to year
What I've been through these people only see through a peephole, yeah
Not a single one got an idea
So I write it down on this page
Feel like I'm 35 times my age
Look in the mirror don't know what to say
But I'm happy the man I is
Yeah, yeah
I said I'm happy the man I is
And I'm proud of the man I've become
I'm proud that I'm from a slum
I never got cold, I never got numb
Except from the winter time and then some
I transcend and I transform
Poetic vision in rare form
Growing up nobody there for him
I promise when I have a family I'ma be there for him
I love hip-hop
Hate a motherfucker, go kick rocks
No matter what happen I never gon' stop
Like Cole said if they don't know yo' dreams
Then they can't shoot 'em down
But I'ma let the world know
'Cause I'm too high up to hit the ground
This shit right here is like therapy, spit it verily
I ain't perfect, I got problems, I got issues like People magazine
Shoot from the hip and reload the magazine
I wish I could just go on forever, forever, ever and ever
But this rhyme
Ill as it is divine
Gon' cut short today 'cause I'm out of studio time
Only thought I was recording these horns and not no rhyme
What can I say? Inspiration hits at anytime
So I guess I'll have to conclude all my thoughts another time
Another rhyme
Another, ano- rhyme
Anime such as Cowboy BeBop
Trigun, and Samurai Champloo
Were in constant rotation
During the making of this album
@kpnnext
Knockin' doors down, showin' cars around
I'ma come through and show my wood pine
Knockin'-knockin' doors down, showin' cars around
I'ma-I'ma come through and show my wood pine, I'ma, I'ma come-
Knockin' doors, knockin'-knockin' doors down, down
Knockin' doors, knock-knock-knock-knock, knockin' doors down
I'ma-I'ma come through, I'ma-I'ma come down
I'ma come through, I'ma-I'ma come down (Yeah)
Paper chasin' on occasion
West Deer Park, that's my location
Life and death was what we was facin'
Boy, gotta get that motivation
Back in the basement
Look at my idols, I'm feelin' adjacent
Doin' the shit that I wish I was doing, I'm feelin' impatient
Throwin' parties and catching cases
That's the life, but that shit basic
I've cooked crack, I can't erase it
If I could, would not replace it
Grew up all alone
Had to teach myself to tie my laces
What's the deal?
I'ma play the field
Rattpack, we keep it real
Nothin' but love for the people that paved the way
So a brother like me, he can get it today
Antwan, Erykah and 3K
Can't forget those ain't here today
R.I.P. JD and Pimp C
Payin' respect, so don't hold it against me
Devil he callin' me, he love to tempt me
God exempt me, why you sent me here?
What I think about year to year
What I've been through these people only see through a peephole, yeah
Not a single one got an idea
So I write it down on this page
Feel like I'm 35 times my age
Look in the mirror don't know what to say
But I'm happy the man I is
Yeah, yeah
I said I'm happy the man I is
And I'm proud of the man I've become
I'm proud that I'm from a slum
I never got cold, I never got numb
Except from the winter time and then some
I transcend and I transform
Poetic vision in rare form
Growing up nobody there for him
I promise when I have a family I'ma be there for him
I love hip-hop
Hate a motherfucker, go kick rocks
No matter what happen I never gon' stop
Like Cole said if they don't know yo' dreams
Then they can't shoot 'em down
But I'ma let the world know
'Cause I'm too high up to hit the ground
This shit right here is like therapy, spit it verily
I ain't perfect, I got problems, I got issues like People magazine
Shoot from the hip and reload the magazine
I wish I could just go on forever, forever, ever and ever
But this rhyme
Ill as it is divine
Gon' cut short today 'cause I'm out of studio time
Only thought I was recording these horns and not no rhyme
What can I say? Inspiration hits at anytime
So I guess I'll have to conclude all my thoughts another time
Another rhyme
Another, ano- rhyme
Anime such as Cowboy BeBop
Trigun, and Samurai Champloo
Were in constant rotation
During the making of this album
@VisionaryMGMT
Stream Logic's 'No Pressure' now available on all streaming services: https://logic.lnk.to/NoPressure
@0.00am
THANKS FOR EVERYTHING
@E_real
It’s not on Apple Music
@zdsfhnbvhigf
bye
@aviciiwrld9969
🔥🖤🔥🖤🔥
@MrDiscoD2
Thank you🙏🏻💯 day one sauce since 2013 for me
@Munko77
“Like Cole said if they don’t know your dreams then they can’t shoot em down but ima let the world know cause I’m too high up to hit the ground” Certified 🐐
@Munko77
Dat bar had me quaking frl
@kuromohits7013
Read this while he said this
@sebaschacon9264
Too deep for the intro one of the most underated songs from him