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Man

And what? They said it would never land and
Mans throw a tantrum
But never throw our hands on a-
Hanged up, lowkey when she hangin' a bit
I know I can't remember I got shitty answers to give
And what? Shit, this damn luck again
Can't love, sick of when you can't trust a friend
Pampered, how they got you amped up to switch
Bank runs, so all this shit I ran up with twin
Gangster, swifty like a panther, I skip
Handsome, she want to join the fan club and shit
Hand rubs, my sister said the angst come with it
Phantom, lot of times I can't judge the real
Can't lie, this business is cancer
I'm out of state puttin' money on a dancer
I know say these niggas love me in Atlanta
I'm from the gray, how it's sunny like Fanta
Hug me like an anchor
Dummy, I could tell that wasn't funny not banter
Real ones gettin' damper
Niggas just be sayin' stuff and that's what bring me anger
You could imitate us but we never get a "Thank you"
We only see the shit drown, never get disclaimers




Would I put the spliff down, this shit could really save us
They crumble and get kicked out, history of labor

Overall Meaning

In these lyrics, Mike reflects on his struggles and frustrations. He starts by mentioning how people doubted his success, saying it would never "land." He implies that despite this, he doesn't resort to violence ("never throw our hands on a-"), opting instead to express his frustration through words and music.


Mike then touches on a personal relationship gone sour. He uses the metaphor of someone "hanging" and not remembering the reasons for their behavior, suggesting that there may be unresolved issues or misunderstandings. He admits to having "shitty answers to give," indicating his own shortcomings in the situation.


Continuing on, Mike discusses his distrust and weariness of others. He feels weary of love and friendship because he has been let down in the past, possibly by someone close to him. He mentions feeling "amped up to switch," possibly referring to the pressure to change or adapt to fit certain expectations or situations.


Mike also mentions his association with a certain lifestyle. He describes himself as "gangster" and "swifty like a panther," suggesting a sense of agility and adaptability. However, he also acknowledges the negative aspects of this lifestyle, like the difficulty of judging what is real and the presence of deceit and betrayal within the music industry.


Towards the end of the lyrics, Mike talks about putting money on a dancer while being out of state. This may imply that he indulges in certain vices as a way to cope with the challenges he faces. He mentions the love he receives in Atlanta and contrasts it with the gloominess of his hometown, portraying himself as a sort of anchor or stable presence for those who support him.


However, despite his success and fan base, Mike still feels a sense of frustration and anger. He notes that people imitate him without showing genuine gratitude or appreciation. He also expresses a desire for recognition and validation, suggesting that being acknowledged for his talents could potentially save him from the hardships he faces. The lyrics end by alluding to a history of labor and struggle, implying that overcoming obstacles is deeply ingrained in his journey to success.


Line by Line Meaning

And what? They said it would never land and
Despite what others said, they believed in themselves and proved everyone wrong


Mans throw a tantrum
They express frustration and anger


But never throw our hands on a-
They never resort to violence


Hanged up, lowkey when she hangin' a bit
Feeling disconnected and distant when someone they care about is upset


I know I can't remember I got shitty answers to give
They acknowledge their shortcomings and inability to provide satisfactory explanations


And what? Shit, this damn luck again
Expressing frustration with their recurring bad luck


Can't love, sick of when you can't trust a friend
They are tired of being hurt and deceived by people they consider friends


Pampered, how they got you amped up to switch
Feeling manipulated and pressured to change their behavior


Bank runs, so all this shit I ran up with twin
Referring to engaging in illegal activities with a partner and accumulating wealth


Gangster, swifty like a panther, I skip
They adopt a tough demeanor and move swiftly, avoiding trouble


Handsome, she want to join the fan club and shit
Because of their attractiveness, someone wants to be associated with them


Hand rubs, my sister said the angst come with it
Their sister warned them that the anxiety comes as part of the package


Phantom, lot of times I can't judge the real
They often struggle to distinguish between what is genuine and what is fake


Can't lie, this business is cancer
They admit that the music industry can be toxic and harmful


I'm out of state puttin' money on a dancer
They are investing their money in a dancer while away from home


I know say these niggas love me in Atlanta
They are aware of the love and support they receive from people in Atlanta


I'm from the gray, how it's sunny like Fanta
Coming from a difficult background, they appreciate the brightness in their life


Hug me like an anchor
Seeking comfort and stability in a relationship or connection


Dummy, I could tell that wasn't funny not banter
Identifying that a joke wasn't humorous, but rather hurtful


Real ones gettin' damper
Authentic individuals are becoming less enthusiastic or passionate


Niggas just be sayin' stuff and that's what bring me anger
They get frustrated by people who make empty promises or talk without action


You could imitate us but we never get a "Thank you"
Others may copy their style or mannerisms, but they are not acknowledged or appreciated


We only see the shit drown, never get disclaimers
They witness negativity and problems without receiving any warnings or precautions


Would I put the spliff down, this shit could really save us
They consider quitting or reducing their drug use as a potential way to improve their situation


They crumble and get kicked out, history of labor
Referring to individuals who fail and are dismissed, highlighting the cycle of struggling and working hard




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Written by: Michael Bonema

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