Let's Go
Petri-D Lyrics
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If I don't make it to my pillow 'fore these lights go out
Please write about me, cite my lyrics
And know they ignite my spirit
Poor babies fightin' depression
Been writin' them essays to graduate with no stage
On Zoom, motherfucka?
Cybercongradulate you, then purposely agitate you
Askin' questions like, "How you supposed to protest with no chest?"
A big heart, but they closed down all the gyms
Wish you had Boflex
A Rolex won't keep you sane or safe from danger
They shut down nature, where the fuck I'm supposed to place my anger?
Ironically, my honesty might make me enemy of state
I trust that God'll use my pen to draw his face
Still got my pistol on my waist
If I shout but ain't nobody around to hear it
How 'bout it when it echo?
I sing loud to talk to my inner child, he feel it
Your dreams made out of Legos
I reach out despite the feeling they out to kill us
Get rowdy 'bout the Pesos
The solution for this whole institution
Just to breathe, we need to let go
Oh, we need to let go
Oh, we need to let go
We need to let go
Oh, we need to let go
Seven pounds of flesh'll hang out
When it pierce your vest and it rang out
And them tears your best friend is cryin'
It appears won't rest, but a page out
Of the book of life, shit, pray loud
Never took a knife to a gunfight
Pops got two strikes from the umpire
Stop light, two rights on a bumped tire
And the sirens push red and blue lights, told me pull over
I should feel safer but expired plates on old Toyotas
Means I can't afford to pay tickets to two these racist rollers
They could pull the trigger, family can't afford to pay the lawyer
Say the word, they tell me, "You got the access to a league of warriors"
Eyes haven't seen what Heaven keeps in store for us
There's more of us
But in this life some wars we can't avoid
I wrote this the day they killed George Floyd
We won't forget your story
If I shouted ain't nobody around to hear it
How 'bout it when it echo?
I sing loud to talk to my inner child, he feel it
Your dreams made out of Legos
I reach out despite the feeling they out to kill us
Get rowdy 'bout the Pesos
The solution for this whole institution
Just to breathe, we need to let go
We need to let go
We need to let go (fuck mean, bro?)
We need to let go
(Nah, bro, we done let go one too many times, my nigga)
We need to let go
Fuck bein' patient, give a pig a rope he'll make a noose
And fuck lettin' go I'm all 'bout lettin' loose
Weapons prove that talk is cheap
Chalk'll mark the spot, where are they arteries
Release the coldest blood that's known from West to East
And we're prone to trust the liar
Even though they test they feet upon our neck
Or shove their knee on our spine 'til we rest in peace
And they never get convicted
'Cause this crooked ass system protects they peeps
They killed her uncle, now who's gon protect they niece?
We built the pyramids, why do they still experiment on the ghetto?
Was taught that if you walked the earth then you're my fellow
Must be naive 'cause I weave through all this black and white searchin' for yellow
I hold on to my faith and never let go
But I'm 'bout to let go
If I shouted ain't nobody around to hear it
How 'bout it when it echo?
I sing loud to talk to my inner child, he feel it
Your dreams made out of Legos
I reach out despite the feeling they out to kill us
Get rowdy 'bout the Pesos
The solution for this whole institution
Just to breathe, we need to let go
Oh, we need to let go
We need to let go
We need to let go
We need to let go
We need to let go
We need to let go
We need to let go
We need to let go
In Petri-D's song "Let's Go," the artist touches on a range of topics and themes, from depression and struggle to social and political issues. The lyrics convey a sense of frustration, resistance, and hope, as well as a determination to speak out and make a difference. Petri-D begins with a request to be remembered through his lyrics and a recognition that his words are a source of inspiration and empowerment. He also acknowledges the challenges of education in the current pandemic reality and the limitations of virtual gatherings.
The song then moves on to address the many issues that impact society, both broadly and deeply. The need to protest and resist in the face of oppression, the difficulty of managing anger and frustration when faced with systemic limitations, and the power of honesty and vulnerability to resist systems of power. Petri-D also highlights the ongoing reality of institutional racism to which Black Americans are still subject to this day, as well as the need for hope, faith, and a willingness to let go of the past and move forward.
Overall, the lyrics of "Let's Go" speak to the realities of contemporary society, the ongoing struggles for equality and justice, and the perseverance necessary to navigate these challenges. The song is a call to action, a plea for awareness and mindfulness, and an expression of the artist's commitment to change.
Line by Line Meaning
If I don't make it to my pillow 'fore these lights go out
Please write about me, cite my lyrics
And know they ignite my spirit
If I die before I get to rest for the night, please write about me and my lyrics, as they fuel my soul.
Poor babies fightin' depression
Been writin' them essays to graduate with no stage
On Zoom, motherfucka?
The younger generation is struggling with depression in school, with no opportunity for a traditional graduation ceremony, only a virtual one.
They shut down nature, where the fuck I'm supposed to place my anger?
Ironically, my honesty might make me enemy of state
With nature being closed off and unavailable for solace, it’s difficult to control one's anger. Ironically, speaking the truth may lead to being seen as a threat by those in power.
We won't forget your story
The death of George Floyd will not be forgotten.
Must be naive 'cause I weave through all this black and white searchin' for yellow
I hold on to my faith and never let go
But I'm 'bout to let go
Despite searching for unity, the artist is in danger of losing faith and giving up.
Get rowdy 'bout the Pesos
The solution for this whole institution
Just to breathe, we need to let go
Despite the world being divided by money, the only way to truly fix the system is to let go and simply breathe.
Seven pounds of flesh'll hang out
When it pierce your vest and it rang out
And them tears your best friend is cryin'
It appears won't rest, but a page out
When a bullet pierces a bulletproof vest, it leaves a horrible wound and no one close to the victim can rest until justice is served.
We need to let go
We need to let go
We need to let go
We need to let go
The only way to truly move forward as a society is to let go of the anger and frustration that have been building up.
If I shouted ain't nobody around to hear it
How 'bout it when it echo?
I sing loud to talk to my inner child, he feel it
Even if nobody is around to listen, the artist's voice can still echo and be heard. The artist uses music to connect with their inner child and bring comfort.
Release the coldest blood that's known from West to East
And we're prone to trust the liar
Even though they test they feet upon our neck
Those in power are willing to shed the most blood to maintain control, and yet the people continue to trust them, even as they oppress them.
Fuck bein' patient, give a pig a rope he'll make a noose
And fuck lettin' go I'm all 'bout lettin' loose
Weapons prove that talk is cheap
The singer is tired of being patient and peaceful in the face of police brutality. They believe that violent action is the only way to incite change.
Pops got two strikes from the umpire
Stop light, two rights on a bumped tire
And the sirens push red and blue lights, told me pull over
The artist's father has a criminal record, which makes their interactions with the police more fraught and dangerous.
They could pull the trigger, family can't afford to pay the lawyer
Say the word, they tell me, "You got the access to a league of warriors"
Even if the police shoot someone without justification, the victim's family may not be able to afford justice in court. However, the singer is part of a community that can provide support and protection.
We built the pyramids, why do they still experiment on the ghetto?
Was taught that if you walked the earth then you're my fellow
Despite all the great things that black people have accomplished, they are still relegated to being test subjects and living in poverty. The singer still wants to believe in unity with all humanity.
A Rolex won't keep you sane or safe from danger
Material possessions like a Rolex watch cannot protect someone from the dangers of the world.
Oh, we need to let go
Oh, we need to let go
Repeating that we need to let go emphasizes the importance of doing so in order to move forward.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Darryl Farris, Daniel Anthony Farris
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