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Mr. Oizo Lyrics

Beat has home feel
The rhythm of the song has a comforting, familiar quality.

Akron Ohio will always be home field
The place where the singer grew up will always hold a special place in their heart.

It be the same one’s lookin’ for a loan still
Some people are stuck in a cycle of financial struggle, always in need of loans.

You don’t wanna be menace like the Wayans
It's not desirable to be seen as troublemakers like the Wayans brothers.

Some still stuck on island but not the Cayman
Some people are still stuck in challenging situations, but not everyone has access to the resources of the Cayman Islands.

Vision real dim like they forgot the crayon
Some people's vision for their future is hazy or unclear, as if they forgot their imagination like a crayon.

Deterioratin' is common a few that’s not decayin’
The decline of one's circumstances is a common experience, but some people are resilient and able to withstand it.

Easy to lose control like a boxer up at the weigh in
It's easy to feel overwhelmed or lose control of one's situation, like a boxer feeling the pressure of a weigh-in.

I hate to sound negative it’s hard to trust a soul even ya blood relative
The singer is wary of trusting anyone, even family members.

The hood real
Life in certain neighborhoods can be intense and challenging.

It’s hard to get a good deal
It can be difficult to find fair or advantageous opportunities in certain situations.

It’s plenty of fast food where can I get a good meal
There are many options for quick and convenient food, but it can be hard to find something truly satisfying and nourishing.

This is flavor for your ear
The singer believes that their music has a distinctive and appealing sound.

Neighborhood wino still savorin’ a beer
Some people in the community struggle with addiction and continue to indulge in alcohol despite negative consequences.

Dub and I fightin' for gains
Dub (possibly a collaborator) and the singer are working hard and fighting for success and progress.

Freedom fighters breakin’ cycle of chains yea
Those who fight for freedom and equality are breaking the cycle of oppression.

We don’t act right when the air hot
People are more likely to act out or make poor decisions when they feel heated or stressed.

Quick to blame the system complainin’ about a fair shot
People are often quick to criticize the system or claim unfair treatment rather than examining their own choices and behavior.

Lead pop one dead from another head shot
Gun violence can have deadly consequences, with one shot leading to another person's death.

Freedom fighters like Sojourner and Dred Scott
There have been many historical figures who fought for freedom and equality, such as Sojourner Truth and Dred Scott.

They say it start at home first
The singer believes that change and progress must begin with individual people and families.

Pitch it cross the plate I break the bat like bone spurs
The singer is confident in their ability to perform well and succeed, even in the face of tough opposition.

Knock it out the park I make that ball surf
The singer is capable of performing exceptionally well and achieving great success.

That means this ride's gone be quicker then a storm surge
The singer believes that their success will come quickly and intensely, like a storm surge.

And monumental
The singer's achievements will be significant and memorable.

I learned the fundamentals
The singer has learned important basic skills or knowledge that have helped them succeed.

From the fathers before us they showed us that we got potential
Previous generations have passed down knowledge and inspiration that has helped younger people achieve success.

So I gotta represent and keep it presidential
The singer feels a responsibility to represent themselves and their community well and make a positive impact.

For all me people any areas that's residential
The singer wants to create positive change for all people living in residential areas, regardless of their specific community or location.

Let's elevate our mental
The singer encourages everyone to improve their mindset and way of thinking.

With this here I intend to
The singer's intentions with their music are to inspire and create positive change.

A Jedi mind like Windu
The singer believes that they have a strong and effective mindset, like the character Mace Windu from Star Wars.

If you can look inside yourself then that's when you begin to
Self-reflection is the first step towards personal growth and change.

Ascend like raisin' windows
Personal growth and change can lead to a sense of elevation or opening up, like raising a window.

No matter if you Hindu or anything that you into
Personal growth and change are relevant and beneficial to people of all backgrounds and beliefs.

You can satisfy all of your needs
It is possible to achieve personal fulfillment and happiness by attending to all of one's needs and desires.

Just show a lot of love and make sure the one is you heed
It's important to care for oneself and show love to others in order to achieve personal growth and fulfillment.

And focus on healing and less on makin' me bleed
The singer encourages people to prioritize healing and personal growth rather than causing themselves or others harm.

And let the ancestors let out a sigh of relief
The singer hopes that their actions and achievements will bring peace and relief to their ancestors, who may have faced struggle and oppression.