Change The World
N.Y. Cole Lyrics

Raising hustlers, thieves and prostitutes
The environment we are in is shaping individuals to become involved in illegal activities and immoral lifestyles.

Young homie think before you shoot, murderer
Young individuals should carefully consider the consequences before resorting to violence and taking someone's life.

Where will our children go
We are concerned about the future and the lack of safe places for our children to grow up.

When there's no place safe (nowhere) anywhere they can go
There is a scarcity of secure locations where our children can seek refuge from danger.

And trouble may come in sometime you get pulled
There is always a possibility of encountering trouble when interacting with authorities or law enforcement.

Over by one time and when its 1999 the one didn't even make any stride
Even though time has passed, there has been minimal progress in addressing social issues and making positive changes.

Murder all around the whole world is nausiatin'
The prevalence of murder and violence worldwide is sickening and causes distress.

Everybody's hatin', everybody overrated
There is an abundance of negativity and people are being overestimated or valued wrongly.

Why everybody's actin' agitated
There is a general sense of restlessness and irritability among people.

I thought we graduated back in the sat away
We believed we had moved past certain issues, but they seem to persist and hinder progress.

Up on the battle station (oh yeah)
We need to be prepared and ready to confront the challenges and obstacles in our path.

Patience is a birth defect and you know ain't nobody perfect
Having patience is difficult for most people and we need to accept that imperfections are a natural part of being human.

And when the curtains blow
During moments of revelation or realization,

O's open up the door no more, no more.
An opportunity for change and progress may no longer be available.

See we losing this world we love
We are witnessing the deterioration and loss of the world we hold dear.

And it looks like the sin that won't end
The sinful behaviors and actions seem never-ending and persistently plague society.

So I'm reaching high up above
In response to this, I am seeking guidance and intervention from a higher power.

Lord let your blessings begin
I am praying for the commencement of divine blessings and positive changes.

And got me ready to set off the riot
I am inclined to incite or participate in a riot as a result of my frustrations.

Ridin' with my Trues Humbly United Gathering Souls
I am traveling alongside my loyal and genuine companions who share a common purpose.

Here we go, roll up some more Phillies
We are preparing to smoke more Phillies cigars and indulge in relaxation.

My nigga let me hit it
My friend, let me take a puff or inhale from the cigar.

Niggas we thuggin' immortalized, let's get high
We, who embody the thug culture, aim to achieve lasting recognition and prominence; let's engage in substance abuse.

It's them niggas you most desire
We are the individuals whom you admire and long to be associated with.

I can remember from way back in the day
I recall events and experiences from a long time ago.

Coming up out the ghetto was a hell of a struggle
Escaping the poverty-stricken neighborhood involved facing immense challenges and hardships.

From selling the fiends llello
We were involved in selling cocaine to drug addicts.

But it was my dream to kick flows
Despite the circumstances, I aspired to showcase my lyrical talent and creativity.

And put my people on another level
I aimed to uplift and elevate my community to a better state or position.

Now could it be for the lust (Lust)
Could my motivation be driven by desire or passion?

Could it be for the rush (Rush)
Could my actions be fueled by a thrilling or exhilarating sensation?

My niggas love when they bust (Bust)
My friends revel in the feeling of accomplishment or achievement.

They steady buck and they duck (Duck)
They constantly engage in conflict and evade danger.

They put your dick in the dust (Dust)
They leave you completely defeated or humiliated.

My niggas creeping on a come up
My friends are discreetly and strategically advancing in their endeavors to achieve success.

Come up nigga, killer, thuggish ruggish nigga
Rise to power, murderer, ruthless and rough individual

Nigga, finna' descent into the dawn of a new millennium
We are on the verge of entering a new era or period in time.

Anticipating life without Satan hating,
Looking forward to a life free from evil influences and animosity.

And all enemies to hell, I'm sending them
I am determined to banish all adversaries to a place of damnation and suffering.

Everyday the devil at me
Each day I face temptations or challenges that lure me towards negative influences.

And I wish the Lord throw a Hummer at me, I ain't happy
I desire a manifestation of divine intervention or blessings because I am unhappy with my current state.

Me and Eazy E in a B-E-N-Z, with my niggas right next to me
I envision myself riding in a Mercedes-Benz with Eazy E and my close companions.

It's my legacy, we can't let it stop, uh uh, not now
My achievements and influence are part of my lasting impact, and we must not allow it to cease or diminish, especially at this moment.

The whole world ending up in buck-buck-pow
The entire world is heading towards chaos, violence, or destruction.

Corruption, destruction, disaster
There is a prevalence of dishonesty, devastation, and catastrophic events.

Everybody tryna rap faster than the master
Many individuals attempt to showcase their skills by rapping with greater speed or versatility than the masterful artists.

Oh Lord, could you save my soul?
I fervently request divine intervention to rescue or redeem my soul.

Nigga tryna go platinum 'round 40 years old
I hope to achieve platinum record status in the music industry before reaching the age of 40.

The Lord know we can do this shit
The Lord is aware that we are capable of achieving our goals and aspirations.

It ain't no stoppin us now 'cause we can prove this shit
There are no impediments or obstacles that can halt our progress because we have the ability to demonstrate our capabilities.

Nigga me, Stew D, PD, Freaky G
I, along with Stew D, PD, and Freaky G, exemplify a group of individuals.

The whole world wanna be riding with me
The entire world desires to be associated with me and join me on my journey.

I'm in the flesh, let's talk about sex
I am present and ready to discuss or engage in sexual topics.

Babies having babies, Generation X
Teenagers are becoming parents at a young age, representing the generation known as Generation X.

With the AIDS epidemic, we ain't pure no more
Due to the widespread AIDS epidemic, we are no longer morally or sexually innocent.

And I know they gotta cure for this shit, we ain't rich
I am aware that there is a cure for AIDS, but it is inaccessible to us because we lack wealth or resources.

First we lost Eazy, then we lost Pac
We experienced the deaths of Eazy-E and Tupac Shakur consecutively.

Biggie got killed, when this shit gonna stop?
The murder of Biggie Smalls raises concerns about the ongoing violence and when it will end.

Everybody wanna know what's goin' on
There is widespread curiosity and desire to understand the current situation or events.

With the thuggish, ruggish, Bone, Bone, Bone, Bone
Regarding the thug culture represented by Bone Thugs-n-Harmony.

Tryna' get prepared for the Y2K
We are making efforts to be ready and equipped for the potential issues and challenges associated with the Y2K bug.

And if I don't die today, I'm gonna try an change the world
Unless I meet my demise today, I am committed to making a difference and impacting the world positively.

You need a lesson you can learn from rapping
It would be beneficial for you to acquire knowledge or insight from the art of rapping.

But they try an ban it, realize that it ain't gonna happen
There are attempts to prohibit or restrict rap music, but it is important to understand that these efforts will not succeed.

We done changed the world
We have already brought about significant transformations in the world.

Ghetto voices being heard and failed
The voices and perspectives of individuals from the ghetto are finally gaining attention and recognition, but their needs and concerns are still being ignored or neglected.

You know it's funny, I got my guns, better arm yourself
It is ironic that despite possessing firearms for protection, one should still take measures to safeguard themselves.

Most don't have a clue, if it goes down what to do?
Many individuals are unprepared and lack knowledge regarding the appropriate course of action in a crisis situation.

Don't you know this government ain't built for me and you
It should be understood that this government does not support or cater to the needs of people like us.

I have a dream, no, I have a wish
I possess aspirations and desires for a better future.

If we can't save ourselves, then let's save the kids
If we are unable to improve our own situation, let us at least prioritize the wellbeing and future of the younger generation.

Let the world go, let these babies have somethin'
We should relinquish our grip on the world and ensure that the younger generation is provided with opportunities and resources.

Let the world go, just don't blow this motherfucker up
We should allow the world to proceed as it is, but refrain from causing complete destruction and chaos.

You kill him, he'll kill you
Engaging in violent acts will only lead to retaliation and further violence.

Some say it stupid but violence really lives where I come from
Although some may consider it foolish, violence is deeply rooted and prevalent in the community I grew up in.

Hungry little kids where I come from
In my neighborhood, there are many children who suffer from hunger and lack basic necessities.

Judge not me where I come from
Do not pass judgment on me based on the neighborhood I come from.