Say So
Mars Ill Lyrics

Would ya throw up your hands, throw up your hands
Asking the listener to join in and raise their hands in agreement or excitement

ha ha ha, ha ha ha
Expressing laughter or amusement

I'm extending an invitation to join hands
Inviting the listener to join in on the journey

I remember intimidating these boy bands
Reflecting on past experiences of intimidating other musicians or groups

My position is recognize at a distance
Being respected and easily identified from afar

What a gift to twist a sentence in a B-boy stance
Celebrating the ability to craft lyrics like a B-boy dancer with style and flair

Outside a radio prison bubble
Breaking free from the confines of mainstream media or radio play

I wield a pick and a shovel
Working hard and digging deep to create meaningful music

Forever giving em trouble
Continuing to challenge the status quo and push boundaries

Leave the originals struggle
Abandoning outdated ways of thinking and creating something new

Reconstruct the puzzle
Piecing together a new approach to making music

Make the bare minimums double
Striving for excellence and pushing past mediocrity

Motivate the common man with my brand of hustle
Inspiring and uplifting the everyday listener with a unique style of music and work ethic

Shhhhh, while you were sleeping I was writing this in the style of a tiger fist
Working tirelessly and quietly to create something powerful and impactful

Of fury still smashing in your microchips
Breaking through the barriers of technology and delivering a raw, passionate performance

It's fine to listen and take a minute to stand there
Encouraging the listener to take their time and really absorb the music

But let's not be impressed with melodrama and fanfare
Avoiding unnecessary hype and focusing on the artistry of the music

My skin is thick so you can't tear it open
Having a strong sense of self and being resilient to criticism or attacks

With a dagger to my back or whatever weapon you holding
Facing challenges head-on, regardless of how difficult they may be

Never letting you go until it's dead done and over
Continuing to work hard and stay committed until the job is complete

You can post it on the internet, try to get you some closure
Allowing others to share their opinions but remaining unfazed by criticism

You a posterchild for wasted talent, that's the thing I hate about it
Disliking when someone has the talent but isn't putting it to good use

We the people's choice and you don't even make the ballot
Being chosen by the people as a representative of the music and culture, without needing to be on a ballot

You see the truth and you pace around it, dunny
Being hesitant or unsure in the face of the truth

You think you driving a car but you a crash test dummy
Thinking you're in control but really just being used for someone else's experiment or entertainment

No need for alarm
Reassuring listeners that there is nothing to worry about

See I'm not meaning you harm
Clarifying that there is no intention of causing harm

This aint my throne I'm just keeping it warm
Taking on a temporary role and not overstepping boundaries

A lot of people, they done seen me perform
Having a large following who have seen the artist's performances before

Between the weak and the strong
Navigating the space between those who are struggling and those who are thriving

Inside my spirit where emceeing is bond
Where the artist's innermost thoughts and feelings inform their music and their bond with the audience

We gathered you here for a reason, seeing's believing
Bringing everyone together for a specific purpose, and letting them witness the art in action

And you thinking you need to keep your hands to the ceiling
Encouraging the audience to engage fully and not hold back

Please, nobody move and nobody get hurt, man
Asking the audience to remain calm and follow the artist's lead

Don't do nothing 'til I tell ya 'bout it firsthand
Only taking action when given specific instructions by the artist

And you can call me nothing special at a first glance
Appearing unremarkable at first but possessing inner talent and depth

But that's the difference from a last to a first dance
Showing that even someone who starts out unnoticed can rise to the top

I can't keep you all captive but my words can
Holding the audience's attention and keeping them engaged with the power of the lyrics

Give me just a moment and I'll show you how it works, fam
Promising to deliver a meaningful and impactful performance

Throw me all your attention and don't get sidetracked
Asking the audience to focus solely on the music and not get distracted

Don't try to slip in any fake smiles or dime packs
Warning against insincerity or false emotions

Holding you hostage is a victimless crime, black
Keeping the audience engaged and captivated is a harmless and enjoyable experience for everyone involved

As long as I can do it with my vocals and a fly track
Creating music using only one's voice and a great beat

Mix knowledge with occasional wisecracks
Balancing serious messages with lighthearted humor

And watch God hold your spirits like a wine rack
Elevating the listener's mood and lifting their spirits through the music

This very second is the reason why I write raps
Finding inspiration in the present moment and turning it into music

After these messages I'll be right back
Taking a short break but promising to return soon

City after city, great show after great show
Traveling from place to place and delivering consistently excellent performances

Here's another one for your prosecuters caseload
Adding another hit to the artist's repertoire to keep listeners coming back for more

A gold range rove at the end of every rainbow
Promising wealth and success as a result of hard work and dedication to the craft

The answer is yes, sir; I dare you to say no
Being confident in one's abilities and daring others to challenge them