Motion
M.A.C.A Lyrics

Try and make a way
I am constantly pushing to find a way forward, even in difficult circumstances.

When I couldn't see a way Still had to make a way
Even when things seemed hopeless, I still had to find a way to move forward.

Not tomorrow but today
I don't wait to take action, I act in the present moment.

I give you the purest high This the honest dope
My music is authentic and genuine, giving listeners a pure and uplifting experience.

Traditional practice is always pushing the envelope
I push boundaries and explore new horizons while still honoring the traditions that came before me.

Push myself to the limits Jump off the cliff like Geronimo
I challenge myself and take risks, even when it might seem scary.

Used to want to be perfect I had to kill that persona though
I used to think perfection was the goal, but I realized that no one is perfect and it's better to focus on growth and progress than striving for an impossible ideal.

Every place that I'm at is a step towards where I'm tryna go Truly my highest goal is to live in peace and be honorable
I see every experience and opportunity as a step towards my ultimate goal of living a peaceful and honorable life.

I had my lower moments Fuckboy tendencies I been my own opponent Now I destroy enemies
I have struggled and made mistakes in the past, but I have grown and fought against those negative tendencies in myself, now focusing on defeating external challenges.

Within my mind's creation Amplify my inner voice as living affirmations
I strengthen my inner voice and self-talk to be positive and affirming.

Silence the agitation Science in application challenging my pensive nature
I quiet my inner doubts and focus on using science and reason to approach challenges in a thoughtful and calculated way.

Praxis is a discipline that gives my vision weight
I believe in taking action and applying my ideas in practice, which is crucial to making a real impact and giving my vision meaning.

Contemplate, demonstrate This my living way
I reflect on my experiences and use them to inform my actions and way of living.

Measure wealth not as possession but what I give away Abundance be the theme for every risen day
I value generosity and giving back to others more than material possessions, with abundance and generosity being the focus of my daily life.

With a bit of faith I create a self-driven fate I never drop down to my knees and pray I didn't trust the voices inside my head I light a candle up and meditate Then I make my prayer with my legs
I take control of my fate and rely on myself to make things happen, choosing to meditate and use movement as a form of prayer.

Man in motion, Man in motion
I am constantly moving forward and progressing.

Never did I believe in a mystery god Skeptical of schools because their version of history's odd Accepting half truths will have your ass spooked I don't call information knowledge unless I have proof
I am wary of blindly accepting beliefs and information without questioning and verifying them for myself, including religious beliefs and historical information taught by schools.

That's why it's noted how I bash booths I bring scholarship to the mic then I get funky like a bad tooth
I bring my intelligence and knowledge to my music while still keeping it fun and engaging for listeners.

Gadzooks I beautifully splash loops Ambrosia The jam closer when I slam groove
I bring my unique style and energy to my music, creating something beautiful and engaging for listeners.

I set the grand standard from the bandstand Each of us reps all of us I'm sticking to my fam's plan
I hold myself to a high standard and represent my community through my music, remaining loyal to my family and their values.

If I left a bad example, try to make amends I've seen responses to mistakes that make or break a friend
I try to take responsibility for my mistakes and improve, aware of how my actions can affect my relationships with others.

From this moment, I've forgiven trespasses That's coming from the heart like I'm giving chest passes Leading with love I know that's the best practice Tryna make a fortune and share it with those with less access
I choose to lead with forgiveness and compassion, knowing that it's the best way to make a positive impact and help those less fortunate.

I feel reborn, breaking out of my shell As the light lands, I am awakened out of my hell My cousin is locked up, I can't break him out of his cell But I write to give him relief that take him out of the jail When he free his mind
I have gone through a personal transformation, feeling a sense of awakening and liberation. Though I can't physically free my cousin from jail, I write music to give him a mental escape and relief.

The system be designed to have us led astray Ghetto life never improves We wanna get away Tryna turn the worse nights into better days The words to summarize our experience I could never say You from the slums? Then I ain't gotta explain You can feel it in the air and a lot of it's pain
I recognize that the system is designed to keep marginalized communities down and that change can be slow and difficult. However, I still strive to improve the situation and hope to turn negative experiences into positive ones, though it's hard to convey the full extent of the pain and struggle to those who haven't experienced it firsthand.

Urban plans and redlines made to drive us insane Being treated second class can really rot in your brain But I reject that, step back and spot what is plain AmeriKKKa was built on having niggas locked up in chains The hood is a Colosseum Are you not entertained? Neither am I So I need to be on top of my game
I am aware of the historical and systemic factors that have contributed to the struggles and injustices faced by marginalized communities, but choose to reject and rise above those circumstances. I acknowledge the ways in which society has pitted us against each other for entertainment, but choose to focus on being the best I can be despite those challenges.