Taken For Granted
M.R.H.Y.P.E. Lyrics

Oh, oh
Expressing a sense of anticipation or excitement

Let me
Requesting permission to speak or take action

I guess they forgot about all the blood and tears, they were sheddin' on me
Others have overlooked the pain and suffering I have endured

'Cause when I see 'em they act like they movin' better than me
They pretend to be more successful than me

I shrug it off 'cause I know they ain't doin' better than me
I ignore their actions because I know their lives aren't truly superior

And I ain't even gotta talk about these scars 'cause they embedded on me
I don't need to mention my wounds since they are permanently etched into me

So stop it, got a bunch of dead presidents that I can't even name in these pockets
I possess a significant amount of money, even though I can't recall which individuals grace the bills

And I walk around with that strap, you might get clapped if you try to rob me
I carry a firearm for protection, and if someone threatens me with violence, they may face serious consequences

You gotta keep it gangsta with these hoes, I ain't showin' love to no sidepiece (oh, oh, oh)
You must maintain a tough and assertive demeanor with women, as I refuse to prioritize those who aren't my main partner

And everything I did was off the strength
All my actions were driven by pure determination and willpower

We pulled way too many muscles for us to work it out
We exerted excessive effort, both mentally and physically, to make it through challenging situations

And y'all can't peak inside this window, I got the curtains down
You are unable to see into my personal life or emotions; I keep them hidden and guarded

Sometimes I let my shorty hold the grip, she be on point
Occasionally, I allow my girlfriend to handle the firearm, as she is skilled and attentive

Y'all niggas make a move, she pull that Birkin out
If any of you try to act aggressively, she will swiftly retrieve her high-end designer Birkin bag, possibly containing a weapon

These niggas really think they spooky
Some individuals mistakenly believe they can intimidate me or cause fear

It ain't shit for me to throw some Benjis on that kufi
I have no problem casually spending a large sum of money on a traditional Islamic cap known as a 'kufi'

Wanna turn a good girl to a freak? Throw Benjis on that coochie
If you want to transform a well-behaved young woman into a sexually adventurous individual, offer her a significant amount of money

You gotta stand on what you said, don't dap me up if we ain't Gucci
You must uphold your promises and commitments; otherwise, I don't want any friendly greetings from you

You better know what's up
You need to be aware and knowledgeable about the situation

And I still pull up to my hood sometimes to show 'em love
Occasionally, I return to my neighborhood to express affection and support to the people there

I think I popped too many Percs, I feel like throwin' up
I believe I have consumed excessive amounts of the prescription drug Percocet, resulting in nausea

And even if there's blood on my flag, I'm still gon' throw it up
Despite the presence of violence or conflict associated with my allegiance, I will proudly display and represent my flag

On some real shit, oh, oh
Speaking with utmost honesty and sincerity

So please don't take my heart for granted
Kindly refrain from underestimating the significance of my emotions

Please, don't take my trust for granted
I request that you appreciate the value of the trust I place in you

I'm at the edge, tryna get some space
I feel emotionally strained and desire some personal breathing room

I know I might take some time but fuck it, I'll be okay
I acknowledge that healing and recovery may take time, but ultimately, I will manage and find solace

Got high expectations for someone with low standards
Despite having modest personal requirements, I hold others to significantly higher expectations

Please, don't take my time for granted
I urge you to value and respect the time I invest in our relationship

Had a fall out with my dawg but there ain't no beef
I had a disagreement with my close friend, but it hasn't escalated into a serious conflict

And if it's war, we not gon' keep in the streets
If a conflict arises, we won't engage in public confrontations or violence

All these drugs in my system, I ain't even tryna speak
The influence of substances has rendered me disinclined to communicate or engage in conversation

Got withdrawals from your love, I ain't never feel this weak
The absence of your affection has left me experiencing emotional and physical weakness like never before

Before I sweat you, I'll forget you like it's nothin'
Rather than becoming overly concerned or anxious about losing you, I would rather forget about you effortlessly

You got no respect, you disrespect me like it's nothin'
You lack basic respect and easily disregard my feelings and dignity

And I ain't tryna get burned in my own flame
I am cautious about being hurt or negatively impacted by my own actions or emotions

If I get caught up, I'm sayin' no name
If I find myself entangled in a compromising situation, I will not reveal any incriminating information

It's a cold heart right under this gold chain
Beneath my ostentatious display of wealth and success lies a heart that is hardened and detached

Double up my cup for this cold pain
I augment the amount of alcohol in my cup to numb the emotional anguish I am experiencing

In this big body, I'm swervin' in my own lane
Driving in my large vehicle, I confidently navigate my own course without being influenced by others

I'm racin' for that heart, I want my old flame back
I am determined to win back the affection and love of someone I cherished in the past

Had to isolate myself now I'm alone
I made the decision to distance myself from others, and now I find myself in solitude

It's hard to remove all of these stitches from my soul
I find it challenging to heal the emotional wounds and scars that have impacted my inner being

And if I think you on that bullshit
If I suspect you are engaging in dishonest or deceptive behavior

I'ma introduce to this full clip, oh, oh
I will confront you with force, presenting a fully loaded firearm as a warning