On Top
Mr.Brooks Lyrics


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More focused on being outstanding than standing out
I'm always standing and I planned the route
You get the news?
The Headline was big
Like Drake always is
I take no assist
I just need assistances
One to do the social
Cuz I don't like the interactions
I like going coastal
Rather be in tropics
Rather be on boat sides
Asked me where to put the pool
Told them both sides
That's way the cookie crumbles
That's the way the story goes
And if I had to write a book about
How to fake a look I'd be shook because I honestly wouldn't know
And I'd explain
And I'd explain
But there'd be issues
With comprehension
Stemmed from a society of no confidence and a common question
Can I make it to the top
Can I get there?
Will I make it to the top with the rest there?
But they knew so and so so it's not fair
And I'm new to all this so I'm not sure
And I don't know what to do
So maybe I'll just stay comfortable
And sit around just a summer or two
Then move again when I wanted to
What's the views like not my question
I want the point of view
What's the point of you?
What's the reasoning ?
Gotta strengthen up what's weakening
What's the views like not my question
I want the point of view
What's the point of you?
What's the reasoning?
Gotta strengthen up what's weakening
Sure do
I want more too
Nothing that wrong with that
Takedown score 2
Got it in a Merkel
Gritty w my grip
I know what I want
Shows in cities and events
Nights in Winnebago's
Days in Turks and Caicos
Athens like I'm Plato
I move with intentions
I know I'm intense I'm Intensive
Locked in like I'm caged in a room on suboxone
I can't move I can't lose I'm an oxen
Where's the matador?
That's some bullshit
Is that a metaphor?
Paramount
I don't need an out
I'll be going in while everybody doubts
Themselves and the vision
Precise my precision
Decisive I've made my decision
Can I make it to the top
Can I get there?
Will I make it to the top with the rest there?
But they knew so and so so it's not fair
And I'm new to all this so I'm not sure
And I don't know what to do
So maybe I'll just stay comfortable
And sit around just a summer or two
Then move again when I wanted to
What's the views like not my question
I want the point of view
What's the point of you?
What's the reasoning ?
Gotta strengthen up what's weakening
What's the views like not my question
I want the point of view
What's the point of you?




What's the reasoning?
Gotta strengthen up what's weakening

Overall Meaning

In "On Top" by Mr. Brooks, the artist discusses his desire to excel and be outstanding in his field, rather than simply standing out for the sake of it. He talks about planning his route and taking no assistance, except for someone to manage his social interactions. He prefers to be in tropical places and on boats, and even gives instructions for where to put a pool. He notes the societal issue of lacking confidence and the common question of whether one can make it to the top. He acknowledges feeling unsure and potentially staying comfortable for a while before moving again when he wants to. He focuses on the point of view and reasoning behind things, with a desire to strengthen what's weakening.


Through his lyrics, Mr. Brooks is conveying a message about the importance of focus and determination in achieving success. He emphasizes the need to have a plan and pursue it relentlessly, while also recognizing the challenges and doubts that may arise along the way. He encourages listeners to strengthen their weaknesses and remain committed to their goals, even in the face of societal pressures and self-doubt.


Line by Line Meaning

More focused on being outstanding than standing out
I prioritize being exceptional over just being different.


I'm always standing and I planned the route
I'm constantly moving forward and have a clear direction.


You get the news?
Did you hear what happened?


The Headline was big
The news was significant.


Like Drake always is
Just like how Drake is always in the headlines.


I take no assist
I don't rely on help from others.


I just need assistances
I require specific forms of support.


One to do the social
Someone to handle socializing for me.


Cuz I don't like the interactions
Because socializing is not something I'm fond of.


I like going coastal
I enjoy being near the ocean.


Rather be in tropics
I'd prefer to be in a tropical location.


Rather be on boat sides
I'd rather be on the sides of boats.


Asked me where to put the pool
They asked for my input on where to place the pool.


Told them both sides
I suggested placing it on both sides.


That's way the cookie crumbles
That's just how things happen.


That's the way the story goes
That's just how the narrative unfolds.


And if I had to write a book about, How to fake a look I'd be shook because I honestly wouldn't know
If I had to write a guide on pretending to be something you're not, I wouldn't be able to do it because I don't believe in pretending.


And I'd explain
I would try to clarify.


But there'd be issues
But there would be problems.


With comprehension
With understanding.


Stemmed from a society of no confidence and a common question
It's due to a society that lacks self-assurance and asks the same question frequently.


Can I make it to the top
Can I succeed at the top level?


Can I get there?
Can I reach the pinnacle?


Will I make it to the top with the rest there?
Can I reach the top alongside everyone else?


But they knew so and so so it's not fair
But those people know certain figures, so it's not equitable.


And I'm new to all this so I'm not sure
I'm inexperienced, so I'm unsure.


And I don't know what to do
I'm clueless about what actions to take.


So maybe I'll just stay comfortable
So perhaps I'll just remain in my comfort zone.


And sit around just a summer or two
And just relax for a summer or two.


Then move again when I wanted to
And relocate when I feel like it.


What's the views like not my question
I'm not concerned about the aesthetics of the surroundings.


I want the point of view
I'm interested in the perspective.


What's the point of you?
What is your purpose or intention?


What's the reasoning?
What is the logic behind it?


Gotta strengthen up what's weakening
I need to improve what's holding me back.


Sure do
Indeed, I do.


I want more too
I aspire for more as well.


Nothing that wrong with that
There's nothing inherently incorrect about wanting more.


Takedown score 2
I've scored two takedowns.


Got it in a Merkel
I achieved it in a Merkel.


Gritty w my grip
I have a tenacious grip.


I know what I want
I'm clear on my desires.


Shows in cities and events
I exhibit at various venues and occasions.


Nights in Winnebago's
Nights spent in Winnebagos.


Days in Turks and Caicos
Days spent in Turks and Caicos.


Athens like I'm Plato
I'm in Athens like Plato was.


I move with intentions
I have a purpose in everything I do.


I know I'm intense I'm Intensive
I'm aware that I'm intense and focused.


Locked in like I'm caged in a room on suboxone
I'm completely focused, just like I'm contained in a room on suboxone.


I can't move I can't lose I'm an oxen
I'm immovable and unbeatable, like an oxen.


Where's the matador?
Where is the bullfighter?


That's some bullshit
That's ridiculous.


Is that a metaphor?
Is that a figure of speech?


Paramount
Of the highest importance.


I don't need an out
I don't require an escape route.


I'll be going in while everybody doubts
I'll dive in despite others' skepticism.


Themselves and the vision
They doubt themselves and their vision.


Precise my precision
My precision is exact.


Decisive I've made my decision
I'm determined and have made up my mind.




Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Alex Baider

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