Premonition
Lute Lyrics


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I got a friend who little brother infatuated with guns
I tell him "watch yourself, for that you know what comes"
Two shots to the lungs 'cause some young nigga thought you had it coming
And I know you not the type for running
AK sound off like the band drumming
Quick to check a nigga if he sayin' something
Under his breath, two shells is left
Everyday niggas dance with death
I got a tone that make you one-two step
You see, life's too short to be so reckless
Which one? Your life or that gold necklace
Could niggas soul check it?
And all my life I been so patient
They say "life is what you make" so it's all for the takin'
Seen a family get evicted, had me reminiscing
Yet I'm bitching about life, I should be happy I'm alive
But shit, we tired of flipping fries
Niggas trapping on the side
Don't need no blue check, bye, to be verified
I'm so solidified, they don't question my qualifications
Young legend in the making, I'm tryna be patient
But no time to be waiting, I'm just feeding my baby
Unemployed, no diploma, what nigga, this crazy

Gotta be another way, aye
Gotta be another way, aye
Gotta be another way, aye
Gotta be another way

All around, she gon' hold me down
Y'know, 'cause I can make her hurl many sounds like coyote howls
When I'm in the center, outer limits, nonexistent
Is you riding, is you with it?
Ain't to hard to figure out, ain't to hard to live for now
Is you artificial or your art official?
Only clean my messes with official tissue, I'm a picky nigga
Picking up on signals, crystal clear, I get the picture
Pissing off whoever watching, watch the minutes and the seconds keep on ticking
Got a cousin in Kuwait
He can't wait to see his daughter
When he left she wasn't talking, heard he sing the other day
Got a cousin in Kuwait
He can't wait to see his daughter
When he left she wasn't talking, heard he sing the other day

Gotta be another way
Gotta be another way
Gotta be another way
Gotta be another way
Gotta be another way
Gotta be another way
Gotta be another way
Gotta be another way

Craters on my thumbs from the lighters I spun
I just stopped by today to work on my lil' cash flow
Spit all your spills in they lanes, I'm more revealings than saints
And fucking willingness is the phrase that pays, my nigga
The free money, kitty, you get it all day, my daily
They heard of my city, can't tell me 'bout labor wailings
The freakiest babies with labias, only debating
Microwave pregnancies, we've no sense of time waiting
Attention span to whatever get my dick rocked
Not to mention my nigga just got slammed after fifth block
So we gon' have to handle all of that when all of the tick stops and the bell rings
No hiding at the neighborhood pit stop, shit
I'm on my own, so if I make it home, know I ain't have to use my chrome
I ain't have one to own, let alone two to rub together, just to fuel the growth
So when Judas ran up on me, gave him two boost to the throat, 'cause there's, 'cause there's

Has to be another way
Gotta be another way
Gotta be another way
Gotta be another way
Gotta be another way
Gotta be another way
Gotta be another way
Gotta be another way
Gotta be another way
Gotta be another way




Gotta be another way
Gotta be another way

Overall Meaning

Lute's song "Premonition" explores the themes of violence, survival, and perseverance in the face of adversity. The opening lyrics reveal the dangers of gun violence, cautioning listeners to watch out for themselves and stay away from guns. The lines "Two shots to the lungs 'cause some young nigga thought you had it coming/ And I know you not the type for running" paint a vivid picture of the realities of street violence and the futility of trying to outrun one's fate. Lute's proclamation that "Everyday niggas dance with death" drives home the point that life is precious but fragile and can be taken away at any moment.


Throughout the song, Lute also touches on issues like poverty and unemployment, which are pervasive in urban communities. He mentions seeing a family get evicted and being frustrated that he himself only knows how to flip fries. However, even as he expresses his dissatisfaction with his situation, Lute also acknowledges that he is lucky to be alive and to have a family that loves him. He raps, "Yet I'm bitching about life, I should be happy I'm alive/ But shit, we tired of flipping fries/ Niggas trapping on the side."


The chorus of the song, which repeats the phrase "Gotta be another way," serves as a plea for change and an acknowledgment that there has to be more to life than struggling to survive. Ultimately, "Premonition" is a powerful meditation on the realities of life in the inner city and a call to action for listeners to work towards a more just and equitable world.


Line by Line Meaning

I got a friend who little brother infatuated with guns
I have a friend whose younger brother is obsessed with guns


I tell him "watch yourself, for that you know what comes"
I warn him of the potential consequences of his obsession


Two shots to the lungs 'cause some young nigga thought you had it coming
You may get shot for no reason at all


And I know you not the type for running
But you may have to run for your life someday


AK sound off like the band drumming
The sounds of gunfire are everywhere


Quick to check a nigga if he sayin' something
You need to be ready to defend yourself at all times


Under his breath, two shells is left
Someone could shoot you at any moment


Everyday niggas dance with death
People put their lives on the line just to get by


I got a tone that make you one-two step
My music can make you forget about your problems for a moment


You see, life's too short to be so reckless
Life is too precious to waste on foolishness


Which one? Your life or that gold necklace
You have to ask yourself what is really important in life


Could niggas soul check it?
Do people ever stop to think about the state of their soul?


And all my life I been so patient
I have learned to be patient despite life's challenges


They say "life is what you make" so it's all for the takin'
You have the power to shape your life as you see fit


Seen a family get evicted, had me reminiscing
Witnessing the struggles of others makes me reflect on my own blessings


Yet I'm bitching about life, I should be happy I'm alive
Even when things are tough, I should be grateful to be alive


But shit, we tired of flipping fries
People are tired of working dead-end jobs


Niggas trapping on the side
People are turning to illegal activities to make ends meet


Don't need no blue check, bye, to be verified
I know who I am without the approval of others


I'm so solidified, they don't question my qualifications
My skills and talents speak for themselves


Young legend in the making, I'm tryna be patient
I am striving to become a legend, but I know it takes time


But no time to be waiting, I'm just feeding my baby
I have to make a living for myself and those I care for


Unemployed, no diploma, what nigga, this crazy
It is ridiculous that some people cannot find work even without a degree


All around, she gon' hold me down
My girl will always support me


Y'know, 'cause I can make her hurl many sounds like coyote howls
I can make her feel good in more ways than one


When I'm in the center, outer limits, nonexistent
I am so focused that nothing else exists


Is you riding, is you with it?
Are you down for the ride?


Ain't to hard to figure out, ain't to hard to live for now
It's not difficult to live in the moment and enjoy life


Is you artificial or your art official?
Are you fake or are you true to yourself?


Only clean my messes with official tissue, I'm a picky nigga
I have high standards for myself and my surroundings


Picking up on signals, crystal clear, I get the picture
I am very perceptive and can read people well


Pissing off whoever watching, watch the minutes and the seconds keep on ticking
I am not afraid to go against the norm and march to the beat of my own drum


Got a cousin in Kuwait
I have a family member serving in the military overseas


He can't wait to see his daughter
He is looking forward to reuniting with his family


When he left she wasn't talking, heard he sing the other day
He is excited to hear about his daughter's progress while he has been away


Craters on my thumbs from the lighters I spun
I have calluses on my fingers from working hard


I just stopped by today to work on my lil' cash flow
I am always looking for ways to improve my financial situation


Spit all your spills in they lanes, I'm more revealings than saints
I am not afraid to speak my truth, even if it goes against the norm


And fucking willingness is the phrase that pays, my nigga
You have to be willing to work hard to succeed


The free money, kitty, you get it all day, my daily
Easy money may be tempting, but hard work pays off in the long run


They heard of my city, can't tell me 'bout labor wailings
I know the struggles of hard work and dedication


The freakiest babies with labias, only debating
People are too focused on trivial things to see the big picture


Microwave pregnancies, we've no sense of time waiting
We have become impatient and expect everything to happen instantly


Attention span to whatever get my dick rocked
People are easily distracted by things that give them pleasure


Not to mention my nigga just got slammed after fifth block
My friend was recently arrested and is in jail


So we gon' have to handle all of that when all of the tick stops and the bell rings
We will deal with the consequences of our actions when the time comes


No hiding at the neighborhood pit stop, shit
We cannot run away from our problems


I'm on my own, so if I make it home, know I ain't have to use my chrome
I am independent and can take care of myself


I ain't have one to own, let alone two to rub together, just to fuel the growth
I had nothing to start with and had to work hard to get where I am


So when Judas ran up on me, gave him two boost to the throat
When someone threatened me, I defended myself


'cause there's, 'cause there's
Because that's just the way it is




Lyrics © JL PUBLISHING GROUP, INC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Missing Link Music
Written by: Andwele Gardner, Cameron Duane Osteen, Eian Undrai Parker, Emmanuel Karriem Riggins, Jason Powers, Luther Nicholson, Olu O. Fann, R.L. Altmann III, Titus Printice Glover

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