Everyday Struggle
PRhyme feat. Chavis Chandler Lyrics

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Hip hop
Hip hop
Struggle, struggle, struggle to survive

I had nightmares of Joe Budden arguing with Lil' Yachty
Division between artists party until we sorry that we parting
That young man the same age my son is
He just on fire right now, same way that my gun is

They this a profession, do amateurs get rejected?
When Shady made his hit record, could Canibus accept it?
Nah, time just repeating itself, '97 just was reckless
Now it's just bigger checks and now it's niggas with dresses
Those who got problems with flows they can pull up on us
I told Preme we gotta give those "What In The Fuck" moments
This hip-hop, all of the purists be too opinionated
You like it, you dick-riding, not a fan of it, then you hating
You getting interviewed by Vlad you either telling a story that's
Incriminating or Lord Jamar, discriminating
But white privilege do exist, I agree though
Labels used to tell you whats popular, now it's VEVO
All they argue 'bout now is who is the hottest Migo
Pac and Biggie wasn't just artists, they were our heroes
As far as years, I've been out here moving for 10 plus
'Cause I'm about the youth moving, not about them against us

Instead of wanting to change everything about me
How come you can't just be the change that you want to see?
You can question whatever you want but never my hustle
Or my everyday struggle, my everyday struggle
Everybody that's complaining about it not OG
If you ain't dropping jewels or giving knowledge to me
How can I even respect you? Better yet how can I trust you?
That's my everyday struggle, my everyday struggle

Hip hop
Hip hop

Bitches and alcohol, that's my everyday struggle
Getting rid of packs of raw, that's my everyday struggle

Fresh out the frying pan, right into the hands of a billion
Both my parents in jail and I got grams I could sell ya
When I was in boarding school, I was bored as hell
But I learned that the key of life for me was to unlock the door to hell
My skateboard trail leads to dishonest living

Designer shit I'm just tryna get it, just tryna fit in, uh
I'm just tryna get it, just tryna fit in

Overall Meaning

The song "Everyday Struggle" by the hip-hop duo PRhyme (consisting of rapper Royce da 5'9" and producer DJ Premier) featuring Chavis Chandler is a commentary on the state of hip-hop and the struggles faced by artists in the industry. The song is divided into two verses with a hook that repeats the line "Hip hop, struggle, struggle, struggle to survive." The first verse features Royce da 5'9" reflecting on the generational divide in hip-hop and the pressure to be successful, while the second verse by Chavis Chandler discusses his personal struggles and the conflicts between his desires for a better life and the obstacles in his way.

In the first verse, Royce da 5'9" recounts having nightmares about two rappers, Joe Budden and Lil' Yachty, who represent different sides of the hip-hop divide. He suggests that there is a division between artists, who are more concerned with partying than making meaningful music, and that this division is fueled by the desire for success. Royce also reflects on the challenges of being an artist today, where amateurs can be rejected just as easily as established artists, and where the pressure to constantly innovate can lead to creative stagnation. He suggests that hip-hop purists are often too opinionated, either blindly supportive or overly critical, and that there is no room for nuanced discussion. Royce also touches on broader issues in the music industry, such as white privilege and the power of labels, which he sees as evidence that little has changed since the notorious feud between rappers Tupac Shakur and The Notorious B.I.G. in the 1990s.

In the second verse, Chavis Chandler describes his own struggles growing up in Detroit, where he faced poverty and violence, and was forced to sell drugs to make ends meet. He reflects on the temptation to indulge in vices like drugs and designer clothes, but ultimately recognizes that these things are distractions from his larger goals of success and self-improvement. Chavis contrasts his own experiences with those of the older generation, who he feels are too focused on criticizing younger artists rather than providing mentorship or support. He argues that those who criticize without providing valuable insights should not be trusted, and suggests that his everyday struggle is about finding a path forward that is both authentic and meaningful.

Line by Line Meaning

I had nightmares of Joe Budden arguing with Lil' Yachty
The rapper had a nightmare about a beef between two artists, one established and one newly successful.

Division between artists party until we sorry that we parting
Artists often feud and compete with each other, but eventually they regret the division and separation it causes.

That young man the same age my son is
The rapper sees the younger artist as being the same age as his own son.

He just on fire right now, same way that my gun is
The young artist is very successful and popular, just like the rapper's gun is very powerful and dangerous.

They this a profession, do amateurs get rejected?
The rapper questions whether amateur artists are rejected because hip-hop is considered a profession.

When Shady made his hit record, could Canibus accept it?
The rapper references a beef between Eminem and Canibus, and wonders if Canibus could accept Eminem's success.

Nah, time just repeating itself, '97 just was reckless
The rapper believes that history repeats itself, and sees similarities between the current state of hip-hop and the genre in 1997.

Now it's just bigger checks and now it's niggas with dresses
The rapper comments on the commercialization of hip-hop, and how the industry has changed to prioritize profits over artistic expression.

Those who got problems with flows they can pull up on us
The rapper is confident in his skills and welcomes anyone who has a problem with his flow to challenge him.

I told Preme we gotta give those "What In The Fuck" moments
The rapper wants to create moments in his music that make listeners say "What in the fuck?"

This hip-hop, all of the purists be too opinionated
The rapper believes that hip-hop purists are too rigid and narrow-minded in their opinions about the music.

You like it, you dick-riding, not a fan of it, then you hating
The rapper criticizes how people in the industry will accuse someone of either being a "dick-rider" or a "hater" depending on whether they like or dislike an artist.

You getting interviewed by Vlad you either telling a story that's Incriminating or Lord Jamar, discriminating
The rapper points out how certain interviewers will either try to get you to say something incriminating or will discriminate against you.

But white privilege do exist, I agree though
The rapper acknowledges the existence of white privilege in the industry.

Labels used to tell you whats popular, now it's VEVO
The rapper comments on how music video channels like VEVO dictate what is popular rather than record labels.

All they argue 'bout now is who is the hottest Migo
The rapper comments on how debates in the industry now focus on which member of Migos is the best.

Pac and Biggie wasn't just artists, they were our heroes
The rapper acknowledges the status of Tupac and Biggie as not just artists, but icons and heroes to many people.

As far as years, I've been out here moving for 10 plus
The rapper has been active in the industry for over 10 years.

'Cause I'm about the youth moving, not about them against us
The rapper is focused on uplifting and empowering younger artists, rather than viewing them as competition.

Instead of wanting to change everything about me
The rapper has experienced criticism from others who want him to change aspects of his music or persona.

How come you can't just be the change that you want to see?
The rapper suggests that instead of criticizing others, people should focus on being the change they want to see in the industry.

You can question whatever you want but never my hustle
The rapper is confident in his work ethic and ability to succeed.

Or my everyday struggle, my everyday struggle
The rapper's struggles are a constant part of his life.

Everybody that's complaining about it not OG
There are people who complain that modern hip-hop is not "OG" or authentic.

If you ain't dropping jewels or giving knowledge to me
The rapper values artists who can impart wisdom or knowledge through their music.

How can I even respect you? Better yet how can I trust you?
The rapper questions how he can respect or trust people who don't contribute to the growth or betterment of the industry.

Bitches and alcohol, that's my everyday struggle
The rapper struggles with temptation and vices like women and alcohol.

Getting rid of packs of raw, that's my everyday struggle
The rapper is involved in the drug trade, and struggles with the risks and difficulties involved in selling drugs.

Fresh out the frying pan, right into the hands of a billion
The rapper has gone from a difficult situation to one of immense success and wealth.

Both my parents in jail and I got grams I could sell ya
The rapper grew up with both parents incarcerated and turned to selling drugs to survive.

When I was in boarding school, I was bored as hell
The rapper did not enjoy his time in boarding school.

But I learned that the key of life for me was to unlock the door to hell
The rapper found that the key to his success was to embrace the struggles and difficulties in his life.

My skateboard trail leads to dishonest living
The rapper's skating lifestyle led him to participate in dishonest activities.

Designer shit I'm just tryna get it, just tryna fit in, uh
The rapper is drawn to designer clothing and material possessions as a way to fit in with his peers.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Anthony Markeith Reid, Christopher E. Martin, David Charles Chandler, Ryan Daniel Montgomery

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