Bad Luck
Mr. SOS feat. Nuke & Chapter13 Lyrics

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Bad luck
Make you wanna rob a brinks truck
Make you wanna stand up in the bank and holler give it up
(Strapped up)
Doin' bad will have you doin' bad
(Ain't it sad)
I mean, bad luck and greed will turn a leech into a bigger leech
Bad luck and energy

Destroy your inner peace
And make you play for keeps
Bad luck and energy
Said that's a demon seed
Destroy your inner peace
Don't think they hearin' me, yeah

Never lower your brow to your opponent
Make sure you're disciplined and movin' like shogun
TR1B3 Co., they know us
Savage like Conan
Kill all your enemies and then you take their women
Try not to feed the beast
Or speed up the process of bein' deceased
And you wanna eat and not be a feast
So be a lion not a wildebeest
One finger up if you sick of the struggle
Two fingers up if you still gonna hustle
And flex on a hater cuz you got the muscle
You in the right place if you lookin' for trouble

Bad luck, I got bad luck
Yeah, that's why I keep the glock tucked
Glock tucked, real snug
On some bad drugs from a bad plug
I'ma do some fuckin' damage in a lancer
I'm a cancer
Shawty think I'ma romance her
I do my dance first
Then I show up right on my time
On my grind
She bend it over, do a swan dive
Pussy sweet, that fine wine
Hold up, need a mai thai
Told you I'm ok to drive
Aw fuck, fucked up
Now I'm outta luck
One too many pair of cuffs
My lifestyle is catching up
Must've had way too much fun
I passed out with the rising sun
Police got me on the run
Grab my keys and load my gun
Said I'ma live it up
Fill my cup, Roll a dub
On my Ricky G shit, kill 'em all
Leader of the pack in a band of wolves
Never saw myself as a visionary
Play with me 'til the shit gets scary
Fuck a license 'cause I just carry
Sending you home to the virgin mary

It's very superstitious
And it got you on the wall now
Talkin' bout bad luck
Bad, bad luck
I, think the spider caught a fly
So tell yourself to be still now
It's about to get real now
Take that belt and tighten it up
But don't tie it 'round your neck now

Bad luck
Make you wanna rob a brinks truck
Make you wanna stand up in the bank and holler give it up
(Strapped up)
Doin' bad will have you doin' bad
(Ain't it sad)
I mean, bad luck and greed will turn a leech into a bigger leech
Bad luck and energy
Destroy your inner peace
And make you play for keeps
Bad luck and energy
Said that's a demon seed
Destroy your inner peace
Don't think they hearin' me, yeah

Bad luck

Bad, bad luck
Hold up, huh

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Bad Luck" by Mr. SOS featuring Nuke & Chapter13 delve deep into the themes of adversity, struggle, and the consequences of negative energy. The opening lines paint a vivid picture of how bad luck can push someone to extreme measures, such as robbing a Brinks truck or demanding money at gunpoint inside a bank. The desperation and intensity conveyed in these lines showcase the destructive power that bad luck can have on an individual's actions and decision-making.

The following verses touch upon the compounding effects of bad luck and greed, highlighting how these negative forces can transform a person into an even worse version of themselves. The imagery of bad luck and energy destroying one's inner peace and driving them to play for keeps emphasizes the insidious nature of these influences on one's psyche. The mention of a "demon seed" suggests that these negative forces can plant deep within a person's soul, leading them further down a destructive path.

The subsequent verses switch the focus to resilience and defiance in the face of adversity. The lines urge the listener to maintain discipline and strategic thinking, akin to a shogun in battle. The imagery of being a lion rather than a wildebeest signifies the importance of strength and assertiveness in overcoming challenges. The lyrics encourage a stance of defiance against struggles and adversaries, symbolized by raising fingers in a gesture of readiness and resilience.

As the song progresses, the narrative shifts to personal experiences of bad luck and its consequences. The portrayal of keeping a glock tucked for protection in a world of bad drugs and ill-fated decisions captures the gritty reality of living on the edge. The singer's descent into chaotic situations, such as being on the run from the police, reflects the spiraling effect of bad luck and poor choices. The juxtaposition of moments of reckless abandon with introspective lines about faith and mortality adds layers to the narrative of a person grappling with their own demons.

In essence, "Bad Luck" encapsulates a raw and unapologetic exploration of the dark forces that can shape human behavior, from greed and destruction to resilience and defiance. The lyrics serve as a cautionary tale about the consequences of negative energy and the need to navigate through life's challenges with strength and determination. Through evocative imagery and introspective storytelling, the song paints a vivid picture of the complexities of fate and the enduring struggle against adversity.

Line by Line Meaning

Bad luck
Experiencing unfortunate circumstances

Make you wanna rob a brinks truck
Prompting criminal behavior out of desperation

Make you wanna stand up in the bank and holler give it up
Feeling compelled to commit robbery to get by

(Strapped up)
Prepared with a firearm for protection

Doin' bad will have you doin' bad
Engaging in negative actions leads to more negativity

(Ain't it sad)
Reflecting on the unfortunate cycle of bad luck

I mean, bad luck and greed will turn a leech into a bigger leech
Combining misfortune and selfishness amplifies negative behavior

Bad luck and energy
Negative circumstances affecting one's vitality

Destroy your inner peace
Causing turmoil within one's emotional state

And make you play for keeps
Pushing one to take extreme measures

Said that's a demon seed
Referring to the destructive nature of bad luck