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You know I come from a city of sorrow
Ugly Introduction
Red Snow
Heart aches, heartbreaks, headaches
Growin' up it wasn't no joke
'Member all we had was dope (all we had was hope)
No detergent, wasn't no soap
I caught on to my environment, I had to, I had to grow
Thought she asked if could [?], but she really want some smoke
I've been stepped on
Pushed over, pissed at
Shot
I've been bitch slapped, only by the police with my handcuffs
I've been spit at, smell the piff' all on me, know you got it
Where that shit at?
In the back seat of the Crown, thinkin' 'bout my homie Kobe
Why you walk off from the crowd?
Know you let me down
'Member mornings, I'd call you 'til you pour me up
Even though I'm broke as fuck, bro know you never let me down
Why you let me down? (why you let me down?)
See me countin' all these racks, you lookin' at me now?
See me fuckin' off at Sack's, in and out Maybachs
Most of all ain't like these actors, lying in all they raps
Ooh I'm nothing like these rappers, lining all the acts
I spit all the facts
I put some ice on my wrist, everywhere I pop out it's dancing
I hit the crowd with some shit, soon as I walk out they standin'
I had to be patient for this
I'm the man now, was the man then
I have my way with a bitch
I'm the man now, was the man then
I put some ice on my wrist, everywhere I pop out is dancin'
I hit the crowd with some shit, soon as I walk out they standin'
I had to be patient for this
I'm the man now, was the man then
I have my way with a bitch
I'm the man now, was the man then
I'm that nigga' now
Don't roll no Swishers now
I'ma spend at least 250 when I'm gettin' high
'Member drinkin' up six ounces just to get me by
I stopped sippin' on the deuce, that shit wasn't gettin' me high
Now I'm riding to the clip, jumpin' on G5's
'Member puttin' on the 15, rollin' up three fives
'Member doing shows and features, splittin' it with my guys
Stickin' to the "G" code, didn't see nothin' wrong in my eyes
I looked the devil right in the eyes and saw my niggas' die
Can't get caught at the light, I wrote that song and I cried
I ain't emotional, you know me, that's another joint for Kobe
Smokin' 50 grams of OG, 420 just for brody
I'ma wish you happy b-day, tell the world to smoke the dodi
Look like everyday our birthday, Dolce, Louie, 'Sace, Balmain
Bitches wanna' tag alongside, your little hoe got all the jaw game
She want me to fuck it raw gang
I ain't trying fuck at all, gang
I put some ice on my wrist, everywhere I pop out is dancing
I hit the crowd with some shit, soon as I walk out they standin'
I had to be patient for this
I'm the man now, was the man then
I have my way with a bitch
I'm the man now, was the man then
I put some ice on my wrist, everywhere I pop out is dancing
I hit the crowd with some shit, soon as I walk out they standin'
I had to be patient for this
I'm the man now, was the man then
I have my way with a bitch
I'm the man now, was the man then
The N.P.G.'s song "Now" is a reflective piece that takes the listener through the rough upbringing of the artist. The lyrics express the struggles of growing up in a city plagued with hardship, where hope only comes in the form of drugs. The artist reflects on having to overcome the environment and the challenges faced to become the successful individual they are today. The lyrics also reference the loss of their friend Kobe Bryant and the impact it had on their life.
The first verse of the song highlights the difficult environment in which the artist was raised. They reminisce about the days when all they had to hold onto was hope, but even that was scarce. They also talk about being pushed around by society, from the police to their peers. However, they state that they had to grow and become aware of the harsh reality that surrounded them.
The second verse of the song speaks on the artist's success and how they have persevered through trials and tribulations. They reflect on their journey and the patience it took to get to where they are now. They describe themselves as the "man now" and how they can have their way with a woman. Despite their success, however, they have not forgotten where they came from and who they have lost.
Overall, "Now" is a powerful and introspective song that delves into the hardships of life and the strength needed to overcome them.
Line by Line Meaning
You know I come from a city of sorrow
I grew up in a place where heart aches, heartbreaks, and headaches were common occurrences, giving me a sense of sadness about my past.
Growin' up it wasn't no joke
I struggled during my childhood, and it wasn't an easy experience.
I caught on to my environment, I had to, I had to grow
I learned to adapt and change based on the world around me so that I could develop and succeed.
I've been stepped on, pushed over, pissed at, shot
I've faced a lot of adversity in my life, including being mistreated, physically hurt, and shot.
Most of all ain't like these actors, lying in all they raps
I don't try to be like other rappers who claim untrue things in their lyrics to sound cool, unlike them, I speak the truth.
I put some ice on my wrist, everywhere I pop out it's dancing
I like to dress up with jewelry, and every time I show up, the crowd is always excited and hyped up.
I'm the man now, was the man then
I've always been a great and powerful person, and I still am to this day.
'Member drinkin' up six ounces just to get me by
I used to drink a lot just to cope with my struggles, but now I'm moving past that.
Can't get caught at the light, I wrote that song and I cried
I wrote a song that was very emotional and personal, and it made me cry.
Bitches wanna' tag alongside, your little hoe got all the jaw game
Women are attracted to me, and some are very talented in bed, but I don't want to engage in any casual sexual encounters.
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@venanciahopkins5035
Underrated Prince classic! The Graffiti Bridge album is brilliant! I could never get that much into the Graffiti Bridge movie being the huge Prince fan that I am but I love the album! I want to see the video for Elephants and Flowers! New Power Generation is a great song!
@kamilahcummings1827
Yes. I made my own version of the album with only Prince songs, and it is really a fantastic album, one of my favorites. Some of my all-time favorite Prince songs are on it - Joy in Repetition, Question of U, We Can Funk, and Elephants and Flowers are just gems!
@omarvgarcia
Prince is PURE NOSTALGIC ENERGY!!! ππΈπΆπ΅
@brianhudson7984
One of my favorite Prince tracks!
The best part about Fridayππ
I will never tire of watching him and hearing his songs π LEGEND!
@DuhAverageJoe
One of my favorite Prince tracks!
@pamelacapozzoli4011
DuhAverageJoe , Mine too !
@MJForever1999
Same!
@tammymarshall7726
pamela capozzoli holy River Paisley Park Anastasia If I Was Your Girlfriend
@eliotero9335
New Power Generation, Thieves in the Temple, My name is Prince, The beautiful ones, When doves cry, Lets go crazy, 1999, Little red corvette, Cream, Computer Blue (extended version), Erotic City, and Purple Rain.
@Img.o
Same