The Future
Mr. Dave Lyrics


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(Aye Mr. Loaf...how you do that?)
Soft like Charmin, I used to use a Garmin (Yeah)
Now I know the streets, yeah we ridin' through Hardin (Fast)
Now Iโ€™m eatin' lunch, eatin' lunch in gardens (Eatin', yeah)
Talk behind my back, please donโ€™t make me have to pardon
Yโ€™all donโ€™t see it yet, but my man Iโ€™m just startin' (Yโ€™all donโ€™t, yeah)
All aboard, yeah lil' man we departin' (Straight out)
I know some hearts are hardened, but please proceed with caution
Iโ€™m playin' defense, yeah I always stay guardin' (Yeah)
Everybody wanna hate on my team
Theyโ€™re just mad cause weโ€™re living our dreams
Now theyโ€™re runnin' 'round, clearin' the scene
They have no feelings like a metal machine (Stiff)
Theyโ€™re just mad 'cause my facts are gleaned
The only color that I know is green (Money)
On a mission, if you know what I mean
Theyโ€™re just hatin' 'cause Iโ€™m keepin' it clean
Shout-out Unexpected, weโ€™re going up and down (Yeah)
'Cause when the time comes, no you wonโ€™t hear a sound (You wonโ€™t)
I hope you take it easy, yeah I might see you around (Yeah)
Youโ€™re always confused, like youโ€™re in the Lost and Found (Straight up, straight up, straight up)
Soft like Charmin, I used to use a Garmin (Yeah)
Now I know the streets, yeah we ridin' through Hardin (Fast)
Now Iโ€™m eatin' lunch, eatin' lunch in gardens (Eatin', yeah)
Talk behind my back, please donโ€™t make me have to pardon
Yโ€™all donโ€™t see it yet, but my man Iโ€™m just startin' (Yโ€™all donโ€™t, yeah)
All aboard, yeah lil' man we departin' (Straight out)
I know some hearts are hardened, but please proceed with caution
Iโ€™m playin' defense, yeah I always stay guardin' (Yeah)
'Bout to take a flight, flight 152 (Which one?, OK)
Please donโ€™t try to board, if you still donโ€™t have a clue (Donโ€™t do it)
If you donโ€™t like me then youโ€™re rude
Circle small, just like your shoes (Ha)
I have a lotta things to do, so please donโ€™t kill my mood
Drip talk comin' soon (Ayeee)
Shoutout that boy Aidan (Aidan, Aidan, Aidan)
'Cause when heโ€™s in his bag, yeah heโ€™s not the one to play with
Yeah weโ€™ll cook you up like bacon, see you once and now weโ€™re tracin' (Trace)
Catch us in the stu', yeah itโ€™s only heat weโ€™re makin' (Flame, flame, flame)
Soft like Charmin, I used to use a Garmin (Yeah)
Now I know the streets, yeah we ridin' through Hardin (Fast)
Now Iโ€™m eatin' lunch, eatin' lunch in gardens (Eatin', yeah)
Talk behind my back, please donโ€™t make me have to pardon
Yโ€™all donโ€™t see it yet, but my man Iโ€™m just startin' (Yโ€™all donโ€™t, yeah)
All aboard, yeah lil' man we departin' (Straight out)




I know some hearts are hardened, but please proceed with caution
Iโ€™m playin' defense, yeah I always stay guardin' (Always, always, always, always, always)

Overall Meaning

The song "The Future" by Mr. Dave is a reflection of his current state, ambition, and determination in life. He opens the song by highlighting his present confidence and self-awareness, explaining how he has outgrown the use of a Garmin, a navigation tool, and no longer needs it to get around the streets. Instead, he has learned the streets, as well as how to navigate through Hardin, implying that he can handle whatever challenges come his way. Mr. Dave acknowledges that there are haters who may talk behind his back and asks them to proceed with caution, as he is always on guard.


In the chorus, he addresses the negativity and skepticism from his haters, who are likely intimidated by his confidence and success. Mr. Dave is optimistic about the future and is determined to pursue his dreams, regardless of the haters. He shouts out Unexpected, his team, who has been with him through thick and thin. Through the lines, Mr. Dave expresses his confidence, determination, and ambition to work hard and not let anything obstruct his vision.


Line by Line Meaning

Soft like Charmin, I used to use a Garmin (Yeah)
I used to be soft and reliant on technology for directions, but now I know the streets and don't need a GPS


Now I know the streets, yeah we ridin' through Hardin (Fast)
I am confident in my knowledge of the streets and can navigate through them quickly


Now Iโ€™m eatin' lunch, eatin' lunch in gardens (Eatin', yeah)
I am enjoying the fruits of my labor by having a peaceful lunch in a garden


Talk behind my back, please donโ€™t make me have to pardon
If you talk about me behind my back, I might have to forgive you, but it would be better if you didn't say anything at all


Yโ€™all donโ€™t see it yet, but my man Iโ€™m just startin' (Yโ€™all donโ€™t, yeah)
People may not realize it yet, but I am just beginning my journey and have a lot of potential


All aboard, yeah lil' man we departin' (Straight out)
Everyone is welcome to join me on my journey, and we are leaving now


I know some hearts are hardened, but please proceed with caution
Some people may have a tough exterior, so be careful when approaching them


Iโ€™m playin' defense, yeah I always stay guardin' (Yeah)
I am always prepared and guarding myself against any potential threats or distractions


Everybody wanna hate on my team
People are jealous of my success and the people I work with


Theyโ€™re just mad cause weโ€™re living our dreams
People are resentful that we are achieving our goals and living the life we want


Now theyโ€™re runnin' 'round, clearin' the scene
People who hate on us are now trying to distance themselves from us


They have no feelings like a metal machine (Stiff)
The people who hate on us are emotionless and robotic


Theyโ€™re just mad 'cause my facts are gleaned
People are angry because I have the truth and the knowledge to back up my success


The only color that I know is green (Money)
The most important thing to me is money and financial success


On a mission, if you know what I mean
I am focused on achieving my goals, and it should be clear what I am working towards


Theyโ€™re just hatin' 'cause Iโ€™m keepin' it clean
People are jealous of me because I am staying true to myself and achieving success without resorting to unscrupulous tactics


Shout-out Unexpected, weโ€™re going up and down (Yeah)
I want to acknowledge and thank the people who have supported me in my journey, even through the ups and downs


'Cause when the time comes, no you wonโ€™t hear a sound (You wonโ€™t)
When I achieve my goals, the people who doubted me will be silent


I hope you take it easy, yeah I might see you around (Yeah)
I am friendly and hope to run into people again, but I also want them to relax and not worry too much about me or my success


Youโ€™re always confused, like youโ€™re in the Lost and Found (Straight up, straight up, straight up)
Some people always seem lost and confused, like they are searching for something they can't find


Bout to take a flight, flight 152 (Which one?, OK)
I am about to travel by plane, specifically on flight number 152


Please donโ€™t try to board, if you still donโ€™t have a clue (Donโ€™t do it)
If you are not sure what you're doing or where you're going, don't try to join me or compete with me


If you donโ€™t like me then youโ€™re rude
If you dislike me for no reason, you are being impolite and unfair


Circle small, just like your shoes (Ha)
Your group of friends or social circle is small, just like the size of your shoes


I have a lotta things to do, so please donโ€™t kill my mood
I am very busy and productive, so please don't ruin my mood or energy with negativity


Drip talk comin' soon (Ayeee)
I will be sharing fashion or style advice soon


Shoutout that boy Aidan (Aidan, Aidan, Aidan)
I want to recognize and show appreciation for Aidan, whoever that may be


'Cause when heโ€™s in his bag, yeah heโ€™s not the one to play with
When Aidan is focused and motivated, he is a force to be reckoned with


Yeah weโ€™ll cook you up like bacon, see you once and now weโ€™re tracin' (Trace)
We will defeat and outmaneuver our opponents, who will soon fade into obscurity


Catch us in the stu', yeah itโ€™s only heat weโ€™re makin' (Flame, flame, flame)
We are making great music and working hard in the studio


Iโ€™m playin' defense, yeah I always stay guardin' (Always, always, always, always, always)
I am always vigilant and ready to protect myself and my interests




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Written by: Bradley Lackey

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@user-jy7pg5zj6t

6 years later and hits harder than ever

@mr_wb310

frrr

@sanderdhaenens7020

the fact that tis is still so relevant makes it so damn good

@zakaria8267

the facts

@ayahhennawi1137

10000%

@reeng9196

They should teach Daveโ€™s lyrics in the school history class. Every word is truth.

@twee.2737

English too

@tinachinwike3083

We did it for music

@JD-wi2kg

We actually did listen to this song in English when it came out and we had to write about it

@TheMickeyBloo

Maybe in economics, we could try to discuss where he thinks we'd get the money to fund all his socialist agendas. ๐Ÿคฃ

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