My Calling
PRhyme Lyrics


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Ready?
Yeah

I was told by God to bar rap
I thought he meant go to bars, buy bottles and all that
As far back as I care to remember I been very stupendous
Birds flockin', coppin' furs, watches, canaries in pedants
I reinvented after I quit and then buried the image
Uncle Joe told me, "Take care of your business"
Hoes know me, I'm the only nigga famous in the D you still see
On the block ballin', answerin' my callin'

So you know my bitches wide bodied
My whip is wide bodied, religion, godbody, uh
I walk up in here like this is my party
Gettin' these hoes' numbers like, this is my callin', uh, my callin', uh

Either they're criticizin' the music, comparin' numbers
Or makin' America great again, wearin' rompers
I ran bundles for that clown, I can't mumble
Or stand stumble, I sat down, I stand humble

Prhyme
Take the boxing gloves off
Hand 'em for the gods
We do it for the music
'Cause I rise to the top, then I lay it down flat
Prhyme
Take the boxing gloves off
Hand 'em to the gods
We do it for the music
'Cause I rise to the top, then I lay it down flat

I'm what you call a boss, I buy the booth then do the toast
I don't floss though, I inspire the youth to do the most
Lemon pepper wings from Hooters flow, the coolest though
I swing on you quick if you misconstrue us 'cause you the hoe
I come from the school of hard knocks, only the truest rose
Sippin' from a chalice that's Michigan College, blue and gold
Feel like I belong here, though I'm labeled as garbage
A born-player which maybe my callin'
Maybe I was made for trickin' dollars and misbehavin' in Starlit's
Breakin' a misses heart with her sister and maid of honor
She's conflicted 'cause she watches me go out in the streets and
Lose the very same respect she witnessed me make and honor
And I got all this stuff, but I'm stuck being alcoholic, bruh
Therefore I'm all mixed up, like Aunt Jemima
My pants cost a thousand
They made by designers with names
I done forgot 'cause I cannot pronounce them

And all my bitches wide bodied
My whip is wide bodied, religion, godbody, uh




I walk up in here like this is my party
Callin' my side chick up like this is my callin', uh, my callin', uh

Overall Meaning

The song My Calling by PRhyme is a reflection of Royce Da 5' 9's journey to become a great rapper. This song follows Royce talking about how he sees himself and his rap career. He mentions how he was told by God to bar rap, but he took it to mean buying bottles at bars. However, he has always known himself to have stupendous talent and has been making money and splurging on luxurious items. He takes the advice of Uncle Joe to take care of his business, which leads him to reinvent himself and come back stronger. He continues to be famous in Detroit, still hanging out on the blocks and answering his calling, rapping.


The song also talks about the challenges that come with being in the music industry. Royce is aware of the criticisms and comparisons made between different artists. He mentions running some bundles for that clown, but he can't mumble nor be a fallen figure. Therefore, he sits down and stands humble while rising to the top and laying it down flat for the music. Royce also comes to terms with his personal demons in the song. He talks about being stuck as an alcoholic, not being able to pronounce the names of the designers of his thousand-dollar pants and having a lot but being mixed up like Aunt Jemima.


Overall, My Calling by PRhyme is a song about persistence, talent, and growth. It is a powerful reflection of Royce Da 5' 9's journey, filled with the ups and downs of being a successful rapper.


Line by Line Meaning

I was told by God to bar rap
God gave me the calling to perform and excel in rap music


I thought he meant go to bars, buy bottles and all that
Initially, I misunderstood this calling to involve partying in bars and clubs


As far back as I care to remember I been very stupendous
For as long as I can recall, I have been incredibly successful and remarkable


Birds flockin', coppin' furs, watches, canaries in pedants
I attract admirers who gift me expensive luxury items like fur, watches, and jewelry


I reinvented after I quit and then buried the image
I underwent a transformation after I quit my previous music career and shed the old image associated with it


Uncle Joe told me, "Take care of your business"
My uncle advised me to be responsible and manage my professional affairs wisely


Hoes know me, I'm the only nigga famous in the D you still see
Prostitutes in Detroit recognize my fame and recognize me as the only notable rapper still present


On the block ballin', answerin' my callin'
I am fulfilling my calling by performing and showcasing myself in official settings


So you know my bitches wide bodied
My partners and female associates are well-endowed


My whip is wide bodied, religion, godbody, uh
My car is also large and powerful, and I have a strong sense of spirituality


I walk up in here like this is my party
I carry myself with immense confidence and dominance in social settings


Gettin' these hoes' numbers like, this is my callin', uh, my callin', uh
I am so charismatic that it is my destiny to collect the contacts of attractive women


Either they're criticizin' the music, comparin' numbers
People are either providing critical feedback on my music or comparing it to other works


Or makin' America great again, wearin' rompers
Others are devoting themselves to political campaigns or fashion trends


I ran bundles for that clown, I can't mumble
I worked for a person who was a joke, but I cannot keep my mouth shut about my experiences


Or stand stumble, I sat down, I stand humble
I retreated in order to compose myself and am now ready to remain composed and modest


Take the boxing gloves off, Hand 'em for the gods
Let's focus on making great music without being confrontational or aggressive


We do it for the music, 'Cause I rise to the top, then I lay it down flat
Our primary focus in this pursuit is producing quality music, and I am open to both highs and lows


I'm what you call a boss, I buy the booth then do the toast
I am a true leader, I reserve the studio and I am the one delivering a confident speech


I don't floss though, I inspire the youth to do the most
I am not one to flaunt my success, but I want to motivate the youth to aspire to greatness.


Lemon pepper wings from Hooters flow, the coolest though
I prefer the cool and casual atmosphere of eating spicy chicken wings at Hooters over anything fancy


I swing on you quick if you misconstrue us 'cause you the hoe
I will respond swiftly to those who misunderstand me and portray themselves negatively


I come from the school of hard knocks, only the truest rose
I have gained wisdom and resilience from difficult situations, and it has made me stronger


Sippin' from a chalice that's Michigan College, blue and gold
Drinking from a special golden cup adorned in my Alma Mater's colors, blue and gold.


Feel like I belong here, though I'm labeled as garbage
Despite being derided as trash by many, I feel like I fit in and belong in this industry


A born-player which maybe my callin'
I feel like natural success with women has always come easily and thus maybe my calling


Maybe I was made for trickin' dollars and misbehavin' in Starlit's
Perhaps it was always my destiny to earn money by having a lavish lifestyle and misbehaving in exclusive clubs


Breakin' a misses heart with her sister and maid of honor
I have caused pain and betrayed the trust of two women who were close to the bride at a wedding


She's conflicted 'cause she watches me go out in the streets and
A woman who is associated with me is in emotional conflict because of my actions in the streets


Lose the very same respect she witnessed me make and honor
This woman has lost all respect for me, even though she was there to see me gain respect and honor


And I got all this stuff, but I'm stuck being alcoholic, bruh
Despite having all the luxuries in life, I am bogged down by addiction to alcohol


Therefore I'm all mixed up, like Aunt Jemima
My addiction has caused my thoughts and emotions to be jumbled and uncertain, much like the contents of a pancake mix box


My pants cost a thousand, They made by designers with names
The pants I wear are incredibly expensive and have been created by famous designers


I done forgot 'cause I cannot pronounce them
I have forgotten the precise names of these designers, as I struggle to properly pronounce them


Callin' my side chick up like this is my callin'
I feel like my destiny is to keep my other female partner close, and I contact her in order to fulfill that desire




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ryan Daniel Montgomery, Christopher Edward Martin, Anthony Markeith Reid

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Angel Serrano

As far as putting thought and creativity goes in this industry, it's crystal clear that, less is best and more is poor. I'm so proud to be a minority fan in this industry. I get to enjoy great quality music!
#HUMBLETHEMUMBLE

Patrick Griffin

This beat is crazy

Rafi Lake

The one dummy who gave this a thumbs down obviously doesn't know about real true Hip Hop/Rap is.

Beastie Cappadonna

@Meow, nah this is anyway better, those ones are literally trash.

Meow

To be fair, this is one of the weaker songs on the alblum. Songs like Black History & Loved Ones blow this out the water.

BigDog8882

If only it was about 2, 3 minutes longer. Insane beat.

Kai Pierce

Damn. I need to hear more Antman Wonder now.

Rafi Lake

Kai Pierce
Me, too!

Small Licks

Masterpiece ...

yovinnywtf

this is a jam

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