GNATS
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Can't get my body out of bed but
Them niggas on my body like some bedbugs
Me and Dhane tryna find who
Got the best tucks
Speak to mommy and she proud of me
She sent love
I paint pictures with his blood
The same nigga act a fool off
The liquor on the bus
Need to stick it in the mud
Reapers kicking it with us for tonight
We was chilling by the dust 'til the night
Ain't too many niggas that I trust
So I keep a couple niggas down
To rush by my side my niggas jump
Stop acting like you never seen
Doves in the sky
Yeah, we clutched on the prize
I been searching where there's
Nothing to find
But distrust in myself and disgust in my eyes
I'll be lucky if time slow down
Slow down, it'd be funny if MIKE hold crown
Whole town gon' run from me, gotta slow down

Slow down i been searching where there's
Nothing to find




But distrust in myself and disgust in my eyes
I'll be lucky if time slow down

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "GNATS" by MIKE convey a sense of detachment and disillusionment. The opening lines suggest a struggle to find the motivation to leave the comfort of bed, while also feeling burdened by the presence of others who constantly demand attention and drain energy, likened to bedbugs. The lyrics "Me and Dhane tryna find who, Got the best tucks" could be interpreted as a search for authenticity and meaningful connections in a world that often feels superficial and insincere.


The mention of speaking to "mommy" and her pride in the singer implies a longing for validation and support, which is contrasted with the darker imagery of "painting pictures with his blood." This could symbolize a creative catharsis or a release of pain and frustration. The reference to liquor and acting a fool suggests a reliance on substances as a coping mechanism, perhaps to drown out thoughts of self-doubt and internal conflict.


The lyrics then shift to a scene where the singer is surrounded by those he trusts, while emphasizing the scarcity of such people in his life. The line "Ain't too many niggas that I trust, So I keep a couple niggas down, To rush by my side my niggas jump" suggests a protective and loyal circle of friends who are ready to support and defend him. Amidst this backdrop of companionship, there is a sense of urgency, as if time is slipping away and the singer is striving for recognition and validation with the lyric "Slow down, it'd be funny if MIKE hold crown, Whole town gon' run from me, gotta slow down."


Overall, "GNATS" reflects themes of disillusionment, the search for authenticity, and the struggle for validation in a world that seems to move too fast.


Line by Line Meaning

Can't get my body out of bed but
I struggle to get out of bed, feeling unmotivated and tired.


Them niggas on my body like some bedbugs
There are people constantly bothering and pestering me.


Me and Dhane tryna find who
I and Dhane are trying to determine


Got the best tucks
Who has the most skill or talent.


Speak to mommy and she proud of me
When I talk to my mother, she shows her support and admiration for me.


She sent love
She expressed her affection and care for me.


I paint pictures with his blood
I create vivid images or stories with the pain and struggles I've experienced.


The same nigga act a fool off
The same person behaves foolishly when under the influence of alcohol.


The liquor on the bus
The alcohol consumed while traveling on the bus.


Need to stick it in the mud
I need to face the challenges and difficulties head-on.


Reapers kicking it with us for tonight
Death or danger is accompanying us for this evening.


We was chilling by the dust 'til the night
We were relaxing or spending time in a neglected or forgotten place until nighttime.


Ain't too many niggas that I trust
There are only a few people I truly trust.


So I keep a couple niggas down
Therefore, I have a few loyal people by my side.


To rush by my side my niggas jump
My friends are willing to quickly and eagerly come to my aid if needed.


Stop acting like you never seen
Don't pretend that you haven't witnessed


Doves in the sky
Peaceful and serene moments in life.


Yeah, we clutched on the prize
Yes, we firmly held onto the reward or achievement.


I been searching where there's
I have been looking for answers or meaning in places


Nothing to find
Where there is nothing of value or significance.


But distrust in myself and disgust in my eyes
Instead, I only find a lack of confidence in myself and a deep disappointment in what I see.


I'll be lucky if time slow down
I would consider myself fortunate if time were to pass more slowly, giving me more time to enjoy or reflect on things.


Slow down, it'd be funny if MIKE hold crown
If I were to achieve great success or be recognized as the best, it would be amusing or ironic.


Whole town gon' run from me, gotta slow down
The entire town would be fearful of me, so I need to calm down and not be so intimidating or aggressive.




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