I Try
OMB Peezy Lyrics


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(What is blackice?) yeah
Oh, no, no, no, no, no, no
Oh, baow, baow, baow, baow, baow yeah
Yeah

Look, in the back of my mind, feel
Like cryin' but, bitch, I’m a soldier
That's just something I cannot do
I've been totin’ that iron, been slingin' it
Too, bitch, I know that you lyin'
Say it's just me and you
And y'all left me outside to dry
But now I'm on fire and your neck
On the bottom of my shoe
They wanna kill a nigga
Just 'cause I'm speakin’
The truth, bitch, I’m just real nigga
I don't know what else to do
Why lie, when I’m speakin' on my life?
It's the platinum on my ice
Feel like I never get mine right
Even though I try, I try, I try
Even though I try, I try, I try

Look, I had a dream where one day
I'ma becomе
What I wanna be, I gotta keep it a hundred
It’s been some timе when I
Was fiendin' for company
Anybody, I just needed someone with me
Paranoid, know I need me a gun with me
You my brother if you go on a hunt with me
Scratch that, man, them niggas be wannabes
They'll go with you to show they'll slide
Can tell if you real if I look in your eyes
Got no gun in the club
Throw a hook when I die
Boy, you need to pick up a book, learn a lot
I was crashin' back then
I'm just glad I'm alive
I could have been dead
I'm just glad I survived
I'll spit in your face 'fore
You fuck up my vibe
And I'm in the A, swear to God, I'm so high
You can lose your life 'fore anybody know why

Yeah, you know?
So niggas, God damn, hit the cut
They get to sprayin'
I got my sticks, yeah, my first
Instinct is to bust 'em
Know what I'm sayin'?
Nigga like, "You a rapper
You ain't supposed to be doin'
That", what the fuck you want me to do, die?

Look, in the back of my mind, feel
Like cryin' but, bitch, I'm a soldier
That's just something I cannot do
I've been totin' that iron, been slingin' it
Too, bitch, I know that you lyin'
Say it's just me and you
And y'all left me outside to dry
But now I'm on fire and your neck
On the bottom of my shoe
They wanna kill a nigga
Just 'cause I'm speakin'
The truth, bitch, I'm just real nigga
I don't know what else to do
Why lie, when I'm speakin' on my life?
It's the platinum on my ice
Feel like I never get mine right
Even though I try, I try, I try
Even though I try, I try, I try

Look, and I'm steady spendin'
For those of you
Who be wishin' we could switch positions
No, this shit ain't easy
You trippin', I'm up
Now most all my friends done went missin'
I don't get it high publicity, I just switch
It, I wanna change
My mind stuck in the trenches
Gon' bust that flame to
My opponents and finish
I see that boy, I'm smilin', uppin' the semi
(Boom, boom, boom, grah)
I can't turn around, won't go back
No, I can't put the gun down
I could never lack
Freak ho, tell her, "Turn around
" hit her from the back
And everybody know what is it if
I got on all black
That lil' fuck nigga big cap, need a tall hat
When I was down on my ass
Where the fuck was y'all at?
When I was down on my ass
Where the fuck was you?
Now you askin' for some cash
I don't fuck with you
You ain't my people, why lie?
Run up and get hit like five times
Stand up, got four more, that's a whole nine
Four slugs in the floor now it's overkill
Don't scream that shit if you
Don't know 'bout it
Lil' overkill, if he's lookin' for me
In the back with some hoes probably

In the back of my mind, feel like
Cryin' but, bitch, I'm a soldier
That's just something I cannot do
I've been totin' that iron, been slingin' it
Too, bitch, I know that you lyin'
Say it's just me and you
And y'all left me outside to dry
But now I'm on fire and your neck
On the bottom of my shoe
They wanna kill a nigga
Just 'cause I'm speakin'
The truth, bitch, I'm just real nigga
I don't know what else to do
Why lie, when I'm speakin' on my life?
It's the platinum on my ice
Feel like I never get mine right
Even though I try, I try, I try
Even though I try, I try, I try

(What is blackice?)




Even though I try, I try, I try
Even though I try, I try, I try

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to OMB Peezy's song "I Try" delve into the artist's struggles, resilience, and the harsh realities of his life. In the first verse, Peezy expresses his emotional turmoil and the pressure he feels to remain stoic in the face of adversity. Despite his vulnerability, he considers himself a soldier who can't afford to show weakness. He acknowledges his involvement in street activity and hints at being betrayed by someone close to him. Peezy asserts that he speaks the truth, even though it puts a target on his back. He reflects on his constant efforts to improve his life, emphasizing the obstacles he faces.


In the second verse, Peezy shares his aspirations and the challenges he encounters on his path to success. He dreams of achieving his goals and staying true to himself, but he acknowledges the paranoia that comes with his lifestyle. He values loyalty and respects those who are willing to go through thick and thin with him. Peezy contrasts the genuine individuals with the phonies who only show support for their own benefit. He reflects on his past struggles, the importance of education, and his gratitude for being alive. Peezy is focused on protecting his energy and warns that he won't tolerate anyone who disturbs his peace.


The third verse showcases Peezy's frustration with the misconceptions society has about his role as a rapper. He emphasizes that his life isn't easy and acknowledges the pressure of being in the public eye. Peezy laments the loss of friendships as he rises to fame. He mentions the temptation to retaliate against his opponents but also the desire to change his mindset and escape the violence he's accustomed to. Peezy showcases his fearless attitude and warns those who underestimate him, promising to continue moving forward without looking back.


The chorus echoes throughout the song, emphasizing Peezy's perpetual struggle to get his life in order. He feels like he never gets things right despite his constant efforts. Peezy acknowledges the material success he has achieved, symbolized by the platinum on his ice (jewelry), but still feels unsatisfied. He's determined to keep trying, even though he faces numerous challenges and setbacks.


The mention of "blackice" throughout the song could refer to a variety of things. It could be a metaphorical representation of the dangerous and slippery path Peezy navigates in his life, symbolizing the risks and uncertainties he faces. It could also be a metaphorical representation of the treacherous nature of the music industry, where success can come at a cost. The exact meaning of "blackice" is open to interpretation and can be seen as a recurring theme in Peezy's struggles and resilience.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ABDULKEYZ, LEPARIS KENTAE SR. DADE, MARCO GILBERT, YAHYA FAHMI

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Fred John

If you see this, you got this,
stay strong, keep it on the real ,
Spread love not hate

🐓🍭 • 69 years ago

Needed this rn. Idk if I ever needed to do sumn simple as reading this to get the motivation.. but I did now. #Love

Quienton Lewis

🙏🏾❤️

Asher Broomes

@TU_POOK ppppp

TU_POOK

Needed this 🙏🏾

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Chase Leim

This man speaking straight from the heart,💯

S A V A G E

He took his time with this album, every single song is 🔥🔥🔥

kierra idlett

Honestly

Nathaniel Paul

Nah fr bro 💯

barlo garcia

@Cinnamon Gregory omm peezy got nothing but good music

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