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Trapped In America
N.B.S. Lyrics
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For those who don't know.
I go by the name of Tech N9ne.
I'm gonna let you in on a little secret.
Some of the things already known, that are familiar with me.
and my thoughts.. so these are the real thoughts.
I'ma share with you like this.
I drink my drink, and smoke my weed and pop my ecstasy
Then add some GHB and mushrooms to the recipe
This means I'm really lettin the beast within get the best of me
If you can hear me, I need help
I'm caught and I'm stuck and I'm trapped in this self
Don't understand this fucked up hand that G dealt
Lazarus help me 'cause it's hazardous to T's health
He's set trippin' he's tryna get a nigga killed
and get a nigga peeled, the other side is gonna rid 'em in the field
No sentimental feelings, send 'em in the cold buildings
I tried to tell him where you go you will not see your women and your children
He popped, fifteen hits of ex in one night
Lick dick tips have sex with some dykes
And he won't use protection for my erection
Constantly makin' me get that pencillin injection
Wait, I hear voices, speakin' from inside
I'm out front waitin', he creepin' and he hides
I can't help but notice he's kinda stuck up, I'ma let it slide
But in the meantime shut the fuck up, and just ride
[Chorus]
Oooooh I'm a psycho baby.
Oooooh it's about to drive me crazy.
Oooooh I'm a psycho baby.
Oooooh it's about to drive me crazy.
When I was younger I used to faint at the sight of blood
Now that I'm older I notice that it ain't at the sight of blood
Now the sight of blood equals the very first sign of love
Menstrual cycles, feeling like you right at your height of drugs
Bleed for me baby, made your heart rage
Fuckin' you makes me feel a murderous sensation, blood mixed with ejaculation
Cum bustin', bump heads 'til concussions
After we done fuckin', if I can't get the spirit I've won nothin'
I got children, and a wife
He's thinkin' of leapin' off a buildin', takin' flight
By now somebody shoulda killed him, end his life
Too many motherfuckers feel him, and his mic
Somebody stop him 'cause he's fuckin' up my livelihood
With me trapped inside this psycho how can I be good
To my wife the (?) only close to it for money, he's in it
A monster running back and forth from the free clinic
If you a friend, time to say toodaloo
'Cause ain't no possible way he can ever be true to you
Careful your appointment could do the due
If he wants to kill hisself, what the fuck you think he want to do to you?
[Chorus]
I am a nightmare walkin', psychopath talkin'
Brain deteriorating 'cause I'm ex pill poppin'
I got more troubles, whatever you got it doubles and triples
and quadruples, havin fantasies of eatin' nipples and noodles
Drugs take the pain away
Used to have a lotta love but now I fade away
The fact, that women love the music and they open they legs
for a psychopathic nigga that's so fucked up in the head, it's beautiful
(Told my parents this isn't suitable)
Devil bitches'll learn (No!) Gotta recruit a few
(This nigga's gonna do me harm! I'm drugged up and I'm torn!)
(Look at this motherfucker he colored my hair orange!)
You can't touch me, everybody loves me
Listening to my music, children are gettin' ugly
If I told you everything I was thinkin' it wouldn't be G
Tellin' you how many crossed my path just wouldn't be me
But they know, 'cause they way low
About some ex and fry and jayo and fuck a halo
Alotta Jim Beam to have grim dreams would be healthy
(Aiyyo I'm trapped in psycho's body, can ya help me?)
[Chorus: x3]
The song “Trapped in America” by N.B.S. is a dark and introspective glimpse into the innermost thoughts of a man struggling with addiction, violence, and mental illness. The lyrics, which are delivered in a hard-hitting rap style, depict the singer’s descent into madness as he battles with his demons and tries to make sense of his twisted thoughts.
The first verse reveals the singer’s fondness for drugs and his willingness to indulge in them to the point of excess. He talks about mixing different kinds of drugs to amplify their effects, implying that he is no longer in control of his behavior. He also states that he hears voices in his head, which he can’t ignore, and he feels trapped in his own mind.
The second verse delves deeper into the singer’s psyche and reveals his violent and sadistic tendencies. He talks about how he used to faint at the sight of blood but now sees it as a sign of love. He also talks about his fantasies of engaging in rough sex and causing harm to his partners. The singer's thoughts are scattered and chaotic, and it is clear that he is struggling with his mental health. Overall, the song is a reflection of the dark side of human nature and the struggle to overcome addiction and mental illness.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't you come near me 'cause the Devil's sittin' next to me
I'm in a dangerous state and my actions could have negative consequences for those around me.
I drink my drink, and smoke my weed and pop my ecstasy
I engage in substance abuse and other reckless behavior.
Then add some GHB and mushrooms to the recipe
I mix additional drugs into my already harmful cocktail.
This means I'm really lettin the beast within get the best of me
My actions are being driven by my inner demons and I am losing control.
If you can hear me, I need help
I am asking for someone to intervene and help me get out of this dangerous situation.
I'm caught and I'm stuck and I'm trapped in this self
I am struggling and feel trapped in my own mind and body.
Don't understand this fucked up hand that G dealt
I don't understand why life has dealt me such a difficult situation.
Lazarus help me 'cause it's hazardous to T's health
I need someone to help me because my actions are harming myself and those around me.
He's set trippin' he's tryna get a nigga killed
Someone is trying to harm me and put my life in danger.
and get a nigga peeled, the other side is gonna rid 'em in the field
The people trying to hurt me are willing to use violence and potentially deadly force.
No sentimental feelings, send 'em in the cold buildings
I need to distance myself emotionally and make tough decisions to protect myself and others.
I tried to tell him where you go you will not see your women and your children
I warned someone that their actions would have severe consequences and affect their family.
He popped, fifteen hits of ex in one night
Someone consumed a dangerous amount of the drug ecstasy in a short amount of time.
Lick dick tips have sex with some dykes
Someone engaged in sexually explicit and potentially unsafe behavior.
And he won't use protection for my erection
Someone is engaging in unsafe sexual practices.
Constantly makin' me get that pencillin injection
Someone is contracting sexually transmitted diseases and putting those around them at risk.
Wait, I hear voices, speakin' from inside
I am experiencing auditory hallucinations and am struggling mentally.
I'm out front waitin', he creepin' and he hides
I am paranoid and feel that someone is stalking or watching me.
I can't help but notice he's kinda stuck up, I'ma let it slide
I am choosing to ignore someone's rude or disrespectful behavior.
But in the meantime shut the fuck up, and just ride
I am telling someone to be quiet and focus on the present moment.
Oooooh I'm a psycho baby.
I am acknowledging that my behavior is mentally unstable and potentially harmful.
Oooooh it's about to drive me crazy.
I am acknowledging that my unstable behavior is having a negative effect on my mental state.
When I was younger I used to faint at the sight of blood
I used to be more sensitive to disturbing or violent imagery.
Now that I'm older I notice that it ain't at the sight of blood
I have become desensitized to violence and disturbing imagery.
Now the sight of blood equals the very first sign of love
I associate violence and blood with feelings of love or attraction.
Menstrual cycles, feeling like you right at your height of drugs
I am sexually attracted to women during their menstrual cycles and feel euphoric.
Bleed for me baby, made your heart rage
I am sexually aroused by violence and the sight of blood.
Fuckin' you makes me feel a murderous sensation, blood mixed with ejaculation
I find the combination of sex and violence to be pleasurable and arousing.
Cum bustin', bump heads 'til concussions
I engage in violent and potentially dangerous sexual practices.
After we done fuckin', if I can't get the spirit I've won nothin'
I feel that the only satisfaction I can get out of sex is if I have a spiritual or emotional connection with my partner.
I got children, and a wife
I have family and loved ones who depend on me.
He's thinkin' of leapin' off a buildin', takin' flight
Someone close to me is struggling with suicidal thoughts.
By now somebody shoulda killed him, end his life
I feel that someone who is causing harm should be put out of their misery.
Too many motherfuckers feel him, and his mic
Despite his harmful behavior, many people still support him and his music.
Somebody stop him 'cause he's fuckin' up my livelihood
I feel that someone's harmful actions are negatively impacting my life and career.
With me trapped inside this psycho how can I be good
My own mental instability is causing me to question my own ability to do good in the world.
To my wife the (?) only close to it for money, he's in it
I am concerned that someone close to me is only with me for financial gain.
A monster running back and forth from the free clinic
Someone is engaging in promiscuous and potentially unsafe sexual behavior.
If you a friend, time to say toodaloo
I am warning my friends to distance themselves from me and my potentially harmful behavior.
Cause ain't no possible way he can ever be true to you
I don't feel that I am capable of being a good friend or partner.
Careful your appointment could do the due
Someone's actions could have negative consequences for those around them.
If he wants to kill hisself, what the fuck you think he want to do to you?
If someone is willing to harm themselves, they may also be willing to harm others.
I am a nightmare walkin', psychopath talkin'
I am acknowledging that my mental state is unstable and potentially dangerous.
Brain deteriorating 'cause I'm ex pill poppin'
My use of the drug ecstasy is causing my mental health to deteriorate.
I got more troubles, whatever you got it doubles and triples
My problems seem to be multiplying and getting worse.
and quadruples, havin fantasies of eatin' nipples and noodles
My fantasies are disturbing and violent.
Drugs take the pain away
I am using drugs to try and cope with my problems and pain.
Used to have a lotta love but now I fade away
I used to be more loving and kind, but now I feel like I am losing that part of myself.
The fact, that women love the music and they open they legs
I feel that women are sexually attracted to me because of my music.
for a psychopathic nigga that's so fucked up in the head, it's beautiful
Despite my harmful behavior, some people find my mental state to be intriguing or attractive.
(Told my parents this isn't suitable)
I have been warned by others that my behavior is not appropriate or acceptable.
Devil bitches'll learn (No!) Gotta recruit a few
I am acknowledging that I may be attracting negative or harmful people into my life.
(This nigga's gonna do me harm! I'm drugged up and I'm torn!)
I am aware that someone close to me may be harming me or causing me trouble.
(Look at this motherfucker he colored my hair orange!)
I am upset and feel that someone has done something to intentionally harm me.
You can't touch me, everybody loves me
I feel invincible and believe that others are infatuated with me.
Listening to my music, children are gettin' ugly
I am aware that my music may be having a negative influence on people, particularly children.
If I told you everything I was thinkin' it wouldn't be G
I can't share all of my thoughts and feelings because they are too disturbing or inappropriate.
Tellin' you how many crossed my path just wouldn't be me
I am acknowledging that my history and past actions are disturbing and potentially harmful.
But they know, 'cause they way low
Despite my efforts to hide my actions and thoughts, others may still be aware of them.
About some ex and fry and jayo and fuck a halo
I am referring to the drugs ecstasy, fried chicken, and jayo (a type of cough syrup that is abused for its drug effects).
Alotta Jim Beam to have grim dreams would be healthy
I am drinking heavily and may be having negative dreams or hallucinations as a result.
(Aiyyo I'm trapped in psycho's body, can ya help me?)
I am pleading for help and acknowledging that my mental state is out of control.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: AARON YATES, CHARLES GLENN, L NAYLOR, R BLACHE, S WATSON, TRACY MORROW
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Found that jewel after a while in my playlist. Man this beat is just so dope and atmospheric. Sick track in general with the lyrics
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