The Grind
P.Digsss Lyrics


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Psycho Realm, P.O.D., Boo-yah Tribe. What? What?
My soul is payable on death, the flow I'm layin' here is deaf
Mics come with a teflon vest, my words wreck
I'm a Psycho, ill with the voco-loco.
Heard a sick pedo noco noco by coasta logo
Gas mask with the gangsta strollo
Got a piece that will match the chrome D's on my low-low
Total chaos, you think that I'm a rapper your way off
I'm a killer that be murderin these tracks, so stay off.
Serial rhymin, convicted of driving and beat the hymen
And breaking the hymen on ears that never heard of the line that I'm in
The danger zone is common, city blocks got the demons mobbin'
I'm a con-artist, starvin', strong armin'
Jason's guitarin', Traa's bass while Wuv is bombin'
Bring the streets to the booth, It's my therapy from mental scaring
From the hell when I dwelled in an L.A. projects

Ever since the day the streets be callin'
Do what it takes to keep from fallin'
All I know is how to hustle man, so I'll stay on it.
Somewhere in the world the sun is shining
Down on my face there's someone trying
Try to grind it out these streets we live
And I'm not dying

My souls payable on death, home grown out the west
My words be leapin' from the grill leaving you holding your breathe
So who want next, and who gonna test?
Come get this lyrics beating, I'm out the frame like graffiti
It's so misleading, but I make it look easy
And everybody out the box trying to cop my steezy
So my crew roll through, you know quite is kept
But my level is next, so bet it all on dread
I break bread with hustlers, conversate with kings
Conquer kingdoms with warriors and preach to the fiends
Partake communion with dealers, love the least of these
Ask forgiveness from a priest and keep my ears to the streets
Some of my people still fightin' they own demons
And some of my people still shootin' until it's even
Some kill you just because, and I'll leave it at that
But I choose to use this mic to push these platinum plaques

Ever since the day the streets be callin'
Do what it takes to keep from fallin'
All I know is how to hustle man, so I'll stay on it.
Somewhere in the world the sun is shining
Down on my face there's someone trying
Try to grind it out these streets we live
And I'm not dying

Ever since the day the streets be callin'
Do what it takes to keep from fallin'
All I know is how to hustle man, so I'll stay on it.
Somewhere in the world the sun is shining
Down on my face there's someone trying
Try to grind it out these streets we live
And I'm not dying

When it drizzle come the storm
And when you born, you see that rappers die where I come from
You thankin' gangsta, thank the game
West full circle and it finally came
From the waters runnin' how the west was won
How them candles flamin' for my brothers to find home
Broken halos and clipped wings
Though we birthed of the west coast, we'll talk in them real things
Did y'all know that gangstas don't cry?
Did y'all know all thugs don't ride?
We gangsta pimpin' but we had to
You ever touch my sister, got you!
I'm keepin' it gangsta cause keepin' it's worth keepin'
And paid for being processed
With sleeping worth leaking
The streets ball callin' me out of control
I'd rather be sending love before I let it go

Ever since the day the streets be callin'
Do what it takes to keep from fallin'
All I know is how to hustle man, so I'll stay on it.
Somewhere in the world the sun is shining
Down on my face there's someone trying
Try to grind it out these streets we live
And I'm not dying

Ever since the day the streets be callin'
Do what it takes to keep from fallin'
All I know is how to hustle man, so I'll stay on it.
Somewhere in the world the sun is shining
Down on my face there's someone trying
Try to grind it out these streets we live
And I'm not dying

I'll stay On The Grind, I do this all the time
For all it's worth, I keep on searching for my piece of mind.
I'll stay On The Grind, I do this all the time
For all it's worth, I keep on searching for my piece of mind.




I'll stay On The Grind, I do this all the time
For all it's worth, I keep on searching for my piece of mind.

Overall Meaning

The first verse of "The Grind" opens with rap artist P.Digsss mixing and matching a series of rap names with some of their more prominent tracks. He then sets the tone of the song with the line "My soul is payable on death", effectively stating that he is willing to sacrifice himself for his craft. He then asserts his talent, claiming that his flow is deafening, and that his words have the power to wreck microphones. He likens himself to a "psycho", but rather than being insane, he believes that he possesses mad lyrical skill. The next few lines are a word play on an unspecified rap by a coastal artist. P.Digsss says that the artist's rhymes are like a "sick pedo noco noco," which appears to be a twisted version of the original lyrics. He then proceeds to describe himself as a killer who murders tracks, convicted of crimes such as "serial rhyming." He then makes reference to the danger of city streets and his experience of living in the L.A. projects.


The chorus that follows captures the essence of the song, with P.Digsss rapping about his unwavering determination to stay on the grind no matter what. He juxtaposes the struggle of the grind with the "sun shining" in another part of the world, suggesting that the path to success is often a tough one. In the second verse, P.Digsss reiterates his lyrical prowess, claiming that he can leave an audience breathless with his words. He then challenges anyone who might want to compete with him but admits that he makes it look easy. He concludes that his crew is just as deadly and that they move in silence. P.Digsss then takes a moment to reflect seriously on life, religion, and society. He highlights the reality of mental scars and how the booth - a recording studio - is a form of therapy. He concludes that despite the difficulties in life, he has no choice but to hustle.


Line by Line Meaning

Psycho Realm, P.O.D., Boo-yah Tribe. What? What?
I am a skilled rapper associated with several legendary musical groups.


My soul is payable on death, the flow I'm layin' here is deaf
My music is an authentic expression of who I am and what I believe. It is powerful and meaningful.


Mics come with a teflon vest, my words wreck
My words are like bullets that can't be stopped. They will destroy anyone who tries to stand in my way.


I'm a Psycho, ill with the voco-loco.
I am a talented and crazy rapper.


Heard a sick pedo noco noco by coasta logo
I am hearing strange and disturbing sounds from the coast.


Gas mask with the gangsta strollo
I am equipped with a gas mask and am a tough, dangerous gangster.


Got a piece that will match the chrome D's on my low-low
I have a powerful weapon that is as impressive as my car's rims.


Total chaos, you think that I'm a rapper your way off
My music is not just about rapping, it is about unleashing chaos and destruction.


I'm a killer that be murderin' these tracks, so stay off.
I am a lyrical assassin who is able to crush any opponent who tries to step to me.


Serial rhymin', convicted of drivin' and beat the hymen
I am a skilled and experienced rapper who has achieved great success and fame.


And breaking the hymen on ears that never heard of the line that I'm in
My music is so innovative and original that it will shatter any preconceptions or expectations of what rap should be.


The danger zone is common, city blocks got the demons mobbin'
The streets are full of dangers and temptations that can lead people astray.


I'm a con-artist, starvin', strong armin'
I am a master of deception who is willing to do whatever it takes to survive.


Jason's guitarin', Traa's bass while Wuv is bombin'
My musical collaborators are all incredibly talented musicians who contribute their unique skills to our creative process.


Bring the streets to the booth, It's my therapy from mental scaring
Recording music is a therapeutic process for me that helps me overcome the trauma and scars of my past experiences on the streets.


From the hell when I dwelled in an L.A. projects
I come from a difficult and challenging background growing up in the projects of L.A.


Ever since the day the streets be callin'
I have been drawn to the streets and the raw, authentic culture that they embody.


Do what it takes to keep from fallin'
I will do whatever it takes to stay on top and avoid falling into the traps and pitfalls that have derailed so many artists before me.


All I know is how to hustle man, so I'll stay on it.
My only path to success is through hard work and dedication, so I will continue to hustle and grind until I achieve my goals.


Somewhere in the world the sun is shining
Even when things are tough, there is always hope and optimism somewhere in the world.


Down on my face there's someone trying
I am working hard and pushing myself to succeed despite the challenges and obstacles that I face.


Try to grind it out these streets we live
I am trying my best to survive and make a name for myself in the mean streets that I call home.


And I'm not dying
Despite the risks and dangers, I am determined to keep on living and thriving.


My souls payable on death, home grown out the west
My music comes from a deep and authentic place within myself, and reflects the cultural traditions of the west coast.


My words be leapin' from the grill leaving you holding your breathe
My rhymes are so powerful and intense that they will leave my listeners breathless and in awe.


So who want next, and who gonna test?
I am challenging any rapper who thinks they can take me on to step up and try their luck.


Come get this lyrics beating, I'm out the frame like graffiti
My lyrics are so powerful and devastating that they will beat down any opponent who tries to challenge me.


It's so misleading, but I make it look easy
Although my talent and skill make it look effortless, there is a lot of hard work and dedication that goes into making my music.


And everybody out the box tryin' to cop my steezy
I am an original and unique artist who inspires imitators and copycats but can never be duplicated.


So my crew roll through, you know quite is kept
I roll with a tight crew of loyal friends and collaborators who are committed to keeping our business and our secrets under wraps.


But my level is next, so bet it all on dread
I am always pushing myself to the next level and striving to be the best, so anyone who bets against me is likely to lose.


I break bread with hustlers, conversate with kings
I am able to connect with people from all walks of life, including those who are struggling to make ends meet as well as the most powerful and influential people in society.


Conquer kingdoms with warriors and preach to the fiends
Through my music and my message, I am able to inspire and motivate people to become their best selves and to fight for what they believe in.


Partake communion with dealers, love the least of these
I am able to find common ground and share a sense of humanity and empathy with people from all walks of life, including those who may be marginalized or stigmatized by society.


Ask forgiveness from a priest and keep my ears to the streets
Despite my success and my accomplishments, I remain humble and connected to the streets that made me who I am today, and I am always seeking to grow and improve as a person and as an artist.


Some of my people still fightin' they own demons
Despite the successes and triumphs of my career, there are still many people in my community who are struggling with their own demons and challenges.


And some of my people still shootin' until it's even
There is still violence and conflict in my community that often results in retaliation and further violence.


Some kill you just because, and I'll leave it at that
There are some people who commit acts of violence without any clear motive or justification, and I don't have any easy answers or explanations for why this happens.


But I choose to use this mic to push these platinum plaques
Despite the challenges and difficulties of life on the streets, I have found success and recognition through my music and my talent.


When it drizzle come the storm
Even minor problems and setbacks can quickly escalate into something much more serious if not addressed properly.


And when you born, you see that rappers die where I come from
Growing up in a tough and dangerous environment, I have seen many aspiring rap artists fail or be killed before they could succeed.


You thankin' gangsta, thank the game
Although I have been successful in the rap game, I am aware that many of my peers may not have been so fortunate and may have ended up losing their lives or their freedom.


West full circle and it finally came
After years of hard work and dedication, I have finally achieved the recognition and success that I have been working towards.


From the waters runnin' how the west was won
The west coast has a rich cultural history that is rooted in the natural environment, including the rivers and oceans that have shaped the landscape over time.


How them candles flamin' for my brothers to find home
Despite the many challenges and obstacles that young people growing up on the streets face, there is still hope for finding a sense of belonging and home in the rap community and culture.


Broken halos and clipped wings
Even those with the greatest talent and potential may face setbacks and obstacles that prevent them from fully reaching their potential.


Though we birthed of the west coast, we'll talk in them real things
Although I am a product of the west coast rap scene and culture, my music speaks to universal themes and experiences that are relevant to people from all walks of life.


Did y'all know that gangstas don't cry?
Despite the tough and seemingly invulnerable image that gangster rappers cultivate, they are still human beings with emotions and feelings like everyone else.


Did y'all know all thugs don't ride?
Many people who might be stereotyped or stigmatized as 'thugs' do not necessarily fit that image and may not engage in criminal or violent behavior.


We gangsta pimpin' but we had to
Although we may cultivate a gangster or pimp persona in our music, this is not an easy or glamorous lifestyle, and we have had to work hard and make sacrifices to achieve success.


You ever touch my sister, got you!
I am fiercely protective of my family and loved ones and will not hesitate to take revenge on anyone who does them harm.


I'm keepin' it gangsta cause keepin' it's worth keepin'
Although the gangster image and lifestyle can be dangerous and difficult, it is also something that has value and significance for me and my community.


And paid for being processed with sleeping worth leaking
Although my success has come at a cost and required many sacrifices, it is still worth it to me to be able to make my music and connect with my fans.


The streets ball callin' me out of control
The streets and the rap community are constantly calling out to me and pushing me to take risks and pursue my artistry in new and exciting ways.


I'd rather be sending love before I let it go
Although the streets can be a tough and unforgiving environment, I still believe in the power of love and compassion to transform people and communities for the better.


I'll stay On The Grind, I do this all the time
My work ethic and dedication are central to my success as a rapper, and I am constantly pushing myself to do better and work harder.


For all it's worth, I keep on searching for my piece of mind.
Despite my success, I am still searching for meaning and purpose in my life and my music, and I will continue to push myself until I find it.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Peermusic Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, THE BICYCLE MUSIC COMPANY
Written by: GLEN BALLARD, NOAH BERNARDO, MARK DANIELS, DANNY DEVOUX, DAVID DEVOUX, DONALD DEVOUX, PAUL DEVOUX, ROSCOE DEVOUX, TED DEVOUX, JACK GONZALEZ, PAUL J SANDOVAL, JOEL SHEARER, JASON TRUBY

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