I Try
P.H.I.L.T.H.Y. Lyrics


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Least I try, Least I try, least I try, least I try
Least I try, least I try, least I try
Least I try
Least I tried to show you love, when they ain't wanna give it to you
(They ain't wanna give it to you)
Least I tried to show you that I would be there for you (That I be there for you)
Least I tried to show you that I really care for you (I really care for you)
Least I tried to show you different, when they didn't care to (They didn't care to)
They didn't believe in me, so I up and left (I up and left)
Ain't have no handout, I did this by myself (Did it by myself)
They said they would be here for me, but they all left (They all left)
I hadda find my own way, climbed up the shelf
I hadda get up go get it
But I stayed down, hadda stand on my pivot (My pivot)
I know they don't really love me, they just come around tryna get some my digits
(Get in my guap)
She wanna fuck, but that won't in the plan
I know that lil hoe got a friend
So I fuck on that bitch, then I fuck on her friend
Um, damn, I did it again (Gah damn)
Ion even want no love, I swear ion want no dealings (Don't want no dealings)
Just wanna fuck, but I just want it for the feeling (Just for the feeling)
That henny my medication, I swear that shit my healing (Swear that shit my healing)
Wish I can get my bruddas back, they don't know how I'm feeling
Least I was there for you when everybody else ain't care (They ain't care)
I been running outta love I swear it don't live here (It don't live here)
Put my trust up in my bruddas, hope them niggas never change on me
I been with the same gang, the same gang, my homies, my blood
Least I tried to show you love, when they ain't wanna give it to you
(They ain't wanna give it to you)
Least I tried to show you that I would be there for you (That I be there for you)
Least I tried to show you that I really care for you (I really care for you)
Least I tried to show you different, when they didn't care to (They didn't care to)
You know I stayed down, when they all changed (When they all changed)
I still got up and made it happen, even through that rain (Even through that rain)
Im still at a young age and I done felt so much pain (Felt so much pain)
This life shit it'll never change, it won't be the same (Nah nah nah)
They sent my brudda down the road, but he be free soon
Im tryna kick my feet up, vacay all up in Cancun
I know I can't love ha, but I still might fuck ha
I know that she gotta man, so I can not trust ha (I can not trust ha)
Watch what them people say when they talking outta anger (Talking outta anger)
That was my first love, but now she like a stranger (She like a stranger)
Me and my shawty we be vibin on the low (On the low)
We keep it private, say that nobody gotta know (Nobody gotta know)
I can't back track, no I can't go back there (I can't go back there)
They know I won't come around if I don't know everybody there (Everybody there)
Paranoid, mercy on me
I ain't been the same since I seen my brother sleep (Rip)
Least I tried to show you love, when they ain't wanna give it to you
(They ain't wanna give it to you)
Least I tried to show you that I would be there for you (That I be there for you)
Least I tried to show you that I really care for you (I really care for you)




Least I tried to show you different, when they didn't care to (They didn't care to)
Damn

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of P.H.I.L.T.H.Y.'s song "I Try" are about the artist's efforts to show love and support to others, despite facing rejection and disappointment from some of them. The repeated phrase "least I try" suggests that even though he may not always succeed in his efforts, he is committed to making the attempt. He mentions trying to show love to someone when others wouldn't, being there for someone when they needed him, and caring for someone when others didn't. However, he also acknowledges the challenges he has faced, such as being abandoned by people he thought he could rely on, having to make his own way in life, and struggling with loss and pain.


Throughout the song, P.H.I.L.T.H.Y. speaks candidly about relationships and sexuality, admitting to wanting sex but not wanting love or commitment. He also expresses a sense of distrust towards some people who may be motivated by greed or anger, and describes his own paranoia and emotional struggle. Despite this, the artist maintains a sense of resilience and determination, declaring that he will continue to strive for success and be loyal to his friends and family.


Line by Line Meaning

Least I try, Least I try, least I try, least I try
I may not always succeed, but at least I try my best


Least I try, least I try, least I try
Even though I may fail sometimes, I still make an effort to try


Least I try
At the very least, I attempt to do something


Least I tried to show you love, when they ain't wanna give it to you (They ain't wanna give it to you)
I made an effort to love and support you, even when others didn't


Least I tried to show you that I would be there for you (That I be there for you)
I attempted to prove to you that I would always be there for you no matter what


Least I tried to show you that I really care for you (I really care for you)
I made an effort to show you that I truly care about you and your well-being


Least I tried to show you different, when they didn't care to (They didn't care to)
I attempted to show you a different perspective when others weren't interested in doing so


They didn't believe in me, so I up and left (I up and left)
I left the situation when others didn't believe in me or support me


Ain't have no handout, I did this by myself (Did it by myself)
I achieved my success without any outside help or support


They said they would be here for me, but they all left (They all left)
The people who promised to support me ended up leaving me on my own


I hadda find my own way, climbed up the shelf
I had to figure out my own path and work hard to achieve my goals


I hadda get up go get it But I stayed down, hadda stand on my pivot (My pivot)
I had to work hard to achieve my goals, but I also had to learn to be patient and resilient


I know they don't really love me, they just come around tryna get some my digits (Get in my guap)
I'm aware that some people only want to be around me for personal gain, such as money or connections


She wanna fuck, but that won't in the plan I know that lil hoe got a friend So I fuck on that bitch, then I fuck on her friend Um, damn, I did it again (Gah damn)
I engage in casual sexual encounters, sometimes with multiple partners, even though it's not in my long-term plan or best interest


Ion even want no love, I swear ion want no dealings (Don't want no dealings) Just wanna fuck, but I just want it for the feeling (Just for the feeling) That henny my medication, I swear that shit my healing (Swear that shit my healing)
I'm not interested in love or committed relationships, but I do enjoy the physical pleasure of sex and use alcohol as a coping mechanism for my emotional pain


Wish I can get my bruddas back, they don't know how I'm feeling
I miss my friends who are no longer with me and wish they were here to understand my current struggles


You know I stayed down, when they all changed (When they all changed) I still got up and made it happen, even through that rain (Even through that rain) Im still at a young age and I done felt so much pain (Felt so much pain) This life shit it'll never change, it won't be the same (Nah nah nah)
I've experienced a lot of hardships and disappointments, but I've stayed committed to my goals and persevered through difficult times. I understand that life will always have its challenges and things will never go exactly as planned


They sent my brudda down the road, but he be free soon Im tryna kick my feet up, vacay all up in Cancun
I have a friend who is currently incarcerated, but I'm hopeful that he will be released soon. In the meantime, I'm fantasizing about a relaxing vacation in Cancun


I know I can't love ha, but I still might fuck ha I know that she gotta man, so I can not trust ha (I can not trust ha)
I understand that it's wrong to pursue a woman who is already in a relationship, but I may still engage in casual sex with her. However, I don't trust her because of her infidelity to her current partner


Watch what them people say when they talking outta anger (Talking outta anger)
Be cautious of the things people say when they're angry, as they may not truly mean them


That was my first love, but now she like a stranger (She like a stranger) Me and my shawty we be vibin on the low (On the low) We keep it private, say that nobody gotta know (Nobody gotta know)
My first love is now someone I barely know, but I have a new, secret girlfriend who I enjoy spending time with


I can't back track, no I can't go back there (I can't go back there) They know I won't come around if I don't know everybody there (Everybody there)
I can't go back to certain parts of my past because I feel uncomfortable or anxious in those situations. I also won't engage with a group of people if I don't know everyone who is present, as I have trust issues


Paranoid, mercy on me I ain't been the same since I seen my brother sleep (Rip)
I'm experiencing anxiety and fear after witnessing my brother's death


Least I tried to show you love, when they ain't wanna give it to you (They ain't wanna give it to you)
I attempted to care for and support you, even when others wouldn't do the same for you


Least I tried to show you that I would be there for you (That I be there for you)
I attempted to prove to you that I would always be there for you


Least I tried to show you that I really care for you (I really care for you)
I made an effort to show you that I truly care about you


Least I tried to show you different, when they didn't care to (They didn't care to)
I attempted to show you a different perspective, even when others were not interested in doing so


Damn
Expression of exasperation, frustration, or disappointment




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Written by: Nick Moore

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Christo Cortes

Great job, really feelin' it :)

sohappy771

GREAT SONG I LOVE IT :)

ReggieStock21

Wow you can tell there's a career's worth of talent just by listening to one song. True artists.

thaylapavani

Can someone pleaaaaaaaase send me the lyrics? God, this is absolutely amazing!

AGoodName

That was dope! Ya'll did ur thing for the kingdom. Thanks. I know I can make it.

louis simms

more music should be like this

louis simms

this is so nice i have to play it twice

Bryce Rap

Real music!

MIU SIK

dope flow

Careyy Price

Amazing!

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