Living Legend Freestyle
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Living Legend
Living legend Yeah
(Yeaa, ehh)

(Eyyyyy, eyy ,eyy)

Breaking limits man getting used to this sound
Working harder just to get myself around
Saint Laurent in my veins I be icebound
Living legend ain't got time to runaround

J'me suis dit
Pourquoi, pourquoi pas
Une seule vie, j'ai envie
Alors j'ai, foncé dans mon but
J'peux plus être la planté
Pensé à tous, mes problèmes à régler
Ou me perdre, mon temps dans passé

J'ai un objectif précis mais ya tellement de détour
Commencé ce chemin perdu en étant un peu sourd
L'idée commence légère maintenir le plan est plus lourd
Une volonté simple mais dure de contrôler le parcours

Toujours pensé que le chemin était facile (facile)
Je savais pas que le parcours était si difficile
Parce que j'voyais seulement le résultat
On voit seulement le grand écran
Mais on ou oublie les fins détails
C'est la parti la plus négliger
Quand ya juste des chiffres à montrer

J'veux juste monté, J'veux juste continué
J'veux juste monté, J'veux juste continué
Vie trop courte pour être stressé
Alors je me lance pour me réalisé (éé)
Yeah, yeah ehh

(Eyyyyy, eyy ,eyy)

Breaking limits man getting used to this sound
Working harder just to get myself around
Saint Laurent in my veins I be icebound
Living legend ain't got time to runaround

Every weekend I stayed alone
Working on my self
Grinding on my craft
Building on myself
Working on my dreams
And nothing else
To achieve my best
Losing some rest
Test after test
Making a mess
Sesh after sesh
Mesh after mesh
Stress after stress
To be apart of the rest

Under pressure so I need stay on my composure
This game ain't easy gotta move smart exposure
So much competition this can't only be leisure (Nah)
Woke up and told myself it's time to go get it

Running my life in this game, game (go, go, go)
Faster than I ever ran
The best I can
Just to build my brand
Never gave up on my plans
Dreaming to get these bands (yeah, eh)
Inspired others before myself, I'm a living legend

Gotta go hard if you want to achieve your dream and all these things, yea
Gotta go hard if you want to level up and wear these rings, yea
Gotta go hard If you want to be the best and spread your wings, yea
Gotta go hard If you want to change the world and pull these strings, yea

(Eyyyyy, eyy ,eyy)

Breaking limits man getting used to this sound
Working harder just to get myself around
Saint Laurent in my veins I be icebound
Living legend ain't got time to runaround

(Eyyyyy, eyy, eyy)
(Ohh, oh wooah, ohh)





(Eyyyyy, eyy ,eyy)
(Ooo, oh woaaa, oh)

Overall Meaning

In Nas's song "Living Legend Freestyle," the lyrics depict the journey of an individual who is determined to break through limits and obstacles to become a living legend. The song emphasizes the importance of hard work, perseverance, and self-belief in achieving personal goals.


The opening lines of the song convey a sense of determination and drive. The singer has become accustomed to the sound of breaking limits and is willing to put in the hard work to navigate their way forward. They mention the influence of Saint Laurent, a luxury fashion brand, symbolizing their aspiration for success and status. The repeated phrase "Living legend ain't got time to runaround" underscores their laser focus on their goals and the avoidance of distractions.


The verses in French add depth to the lyrics, expressing the desire to seize opportunities and not waste time dwelling on past issues. The individual acknowledges that there may be detours on their path, as starting off blind to the challenges ahead was inevitable. Despite the initial lightness of their ambitions, they understand that maintaining their plan becomes heavier as they progress. They reflect on the difficulties faced along the way, realizing that the journey is far from easy. The lyrics reflect the notion that only seeing the end result can lead to overlooking the important details, such as the struggles and setbacks encountered.


The second verse highlights the singer's commitment to their dreams and the sacrifices made to achieve their best. They emphasize the importance of hard work, continuously pushing themselves and enduring the stress and pressure that comes with it. The lyrics imply that the singer is striving to be exceptional, not just part of the crowd, as they claim to be a living legend. They take pride in their dedication, ambition, and the inspiration they provide to others.


Overall, "Living Legend Freestyle" delivers a powerful message of determination, perseverance, and the need to stay focused on personal goals despite the challenges faced along the way.


Line by Line Meaning

Breaking limits man getting used to this sound
Pushing boundaries and becoming accustomed to the sound/music of success


Working harder just to get myself around
Putting in extra effort to navigate through challenges and obstacles


Saint Laurent in my veins I be icebound
Having a high-end fashion sense and an ice-cold demeanor


Living legend ain't got time to runaround
Being a highly respected individual who is too busy for unnecessary distractions


J'me suis dit
I told myself


Pourquoi, pourquoi pas
Why, why not


Une seule vie, j'ai envie
One life, I desire


Alors j'ai, foncé dans mon but
So, I charged towards my goal


J'peux plus être la planté
I can't stay stagnant


Pensé à tous, mes problèmes à régler
Thinking about all my problems to solve


Ou me perdre, mon temps dans passé
Or lose myself, wasting time in the past


J'ai un objectif précis mais ya tellement de détour
I have a specific goal, but there are so many detours


Commencé ce chemin perdu en étant un peu sourd
Started this lost path, being a bit deaf


L'idée commence légère maintenir le plan est plus lourd
The idea starts off light, but maintaining the plan becomes heavier


Une volonté simple mais dure de contrôler le parcours
A simple will, but it's hard to control the journey


Toujours pensé que le chemin était facile (facile)
Always thought the path was easy (easy)


Je savais pas que le parcours était si difficile
I didn't know that the journey was so difficult


Parce que j'voyais seulement le résultat
Because I only saw the result


On voit seulement le grand écran
We only see the big screen


Mais on ou oublie les fins détails
But we forget the finer details


C'est la parti la plus négliger
That's the most neglected part


Quand ya juste des chiffres à montrer
When there are only numbers to show


J'veux juste monté, J'veux juste continué
I just want to climb, I just want to keep going


Vie trop courte pour être stressé
Life is too short to be stressed


Alors je me lance pour me réalisé (éé)
So, I dive in to fulfill myself


Every weekend I stayed alone
Every weekend, I spent alone


Working on my self
Working on improving myself


Grinding on my craft
Putting in the effort to perfect my skill


Building on myself
Continuously developing myself


Working on my dreams
Working towards achieving my dreams


And nothing else
Focusing solely on my goals


To achieve my best
Striving to reach my highest potential


Losing some rest
Sacrificing sleep


Test after test
Facing challenges one after another


Making a mess
Creating chaos


Sesh after sesh
Session after session


Mesh after mesh
Weaving together piece by piece


Stress after stress
Experiencing stress continuously


To be apart of the rest
To be a part of the group


Under pressure so I need stay on my composure
Feeling pressured, so I have to maintain my composure


This game ain't easy gotta move smart exposure
This game is not easy, I need to make intelligent moves and gain exposure


So much competition this can't only be leisure (Nah)
There is so much competition, this can't just be a leisurely activity (No)


Woke up and told myself it's time to go get it
I woke up and motivated myself to achieve success


Running my life in this game, game (go, go, go)
Living life as if it's a continuous game, always moving forward


Faster than I ever ran
Moving quicker than I ever have before


The best I can
Giving my best effort


Just to build my brand
In order to establish and promote my personal brand


Never gave up on my plans
I never abandoned my goals


Dreaming to get these bands (yeah, eh)
Dreaming of achieving financial success


Inspired others before myself, I'm a living legend
Being an inspiration to others, recognizing myself as a living legend


Gotta go hard if you want to achieve your dream and all these things, yea
You have to work extremely hard if you want to accomplish your dreams and desires


Gotta go hard if you want to level up and wear these rings, yea
You have to give your all if you want to advance and achieve success


Gotta go hard If you want to be the best and spread your wings, yea
If you want to be the best and explore new opportunities, you need to put in maximum effort


Gotta go hard If you want to change the world and pull these strings, yea
To make a significant impact and have influence, you must strive and take control


Breaking limits man getting used to this sound
Pushing boundaries and becoming accustomed to the sound/music of success


Working harder just to get myself around
Putting in extra effort to navigate through challenges and obstacles


Saint Laurent in my veins I be icebound
Having a high-end fashion sense and an ice-cold demeanor


Living legend ain't got time to runaround
Being a highly respected individual who is too busy for unnecessary distractions




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Written by: SAMUEL VERREAULT

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