Not Here Anymore
Phonte Lyrics

Went to the well and made a wish
Started off by hoping and praying for a good outcome

Pray to God I stay around
Asking God to keep them safe and alive

Tigallo love to throw his weight around
The artist likes to assert his dominance and influence

On the same scale they weigh the fish
Suggesting they are judging people's worth in the same way as fish are measured

It's just what it seems, sweet dreams are made of this
Acknowledging that their current success is a dream come true

Holla at me if you ever been a underdog or set up a upset
Calling out to people who have experienced being underestimated or caused an unexpected victory

Standing on the verge of your success
Being on the edge of achieving their goals and reaching their dreams

Steady bearing your soul to the world, you undressed
Being vulnerable and honest with the world

Surrounded by your successors and the whores you ain't fucked yet
Being in the company of people who have followed in their footsteps but also those they have yet to conquer

That's how I was gettin' it, I don't need the limelight
Explaining their past and how they do not require the spotlight to be successful

That's young nigga shit, I'm a O.G. and the G is for gentleman
Admitting to their past mistakes and now maturing into a gentleman

Yes, Phontigga spit amazon flame, watch 9th rekindle it
Recognizing their lyrical talent and the ability of the producer to enhance their work

Cause I pad verses with the wisdom of my innocence lost
Including the lessons they have learned from past mistakes in their writing

Two brothers, two peas in a pod, two comeback seasons apart
Referring to their shared history and reunion after a period of separation

Take it back to when I be in the park
Going back to their roots and where they first started

Then rhyme 'til I couldn't see in the dark
Rapping until their vision was impaired

So silly niggas betta be on ya guard
Warning people to be careful and not underestimate them

Long as breath is in my being, I'mma be on my job
Expressing their determination to keep working and succeeding

With good music, got that good feel
Their work is of high-quality and leaves a positive impact

A good meal, leafy greens, two veggies, protein and a starch
Highlighting the importance of a balanced and healthy diet

And I'm out
Ending their verse

Right where I thought I'd be
Noticing they are where they always wanted to be

It's another part of me
Acknowledging their growth and evolution

And the world's so sad to see
Others may be disappointed or upset with their changes

That I'm not here anymore
Becoming someone who is not recognizable to others

Wind blowing through the trees
Describing the environment around them

Blue bull city skies, 70 degrees
Adding further details about the setting

Te' embodies a architect and when he rhyme about it
Praising a fellow artist and their lyrical skill

He body the whole alphabet, so bury me a G
Suggesting that their work is so strong, they should be recognized as a true 'G'

My mama say she done enough worrying for me
Acknowledging their mother's concern for them

So I'm done currying, favor what you niggas groundhog
No longer seeking approval or favor from others

And spitting that same shit, y'all Bill Murraying
Not repeating the same lines or style as others

My D.C. niggas say you bamas lack experience
Sharing what they have heard others say about their peers

Carolina on my mind like Steve Spurrier
Thinking about their home state and referencing a famous coach from there

I'm the courier, carrying the word that with these verbs
Seeing themselves as someone who distributes important messages through their writing

That nigga Phonte's a little murderous
Referring to their own lyricism and skill as powerful and intense

See a little nervousness, and a frown cause you know deep down
Noticing some people's insecurities and underlying emotions

You ain't nice, just a little courteous
Suggesting that some artists are not as talented as they portray themselves to be

You just running game nigga, we the fucking tournament
Seeing themselves as truly successful and everyone else as competition

You a temporary visa to a fucking permanent, resident
Others are not truly successful and will not last

Citizen is evident the denizens
Being a true citizen and representative of their community

Took over the big house on some Nat Turner shit
Referencing a historical figure and their own accomplishment

Shoulders back, hair tied to the fucking firmament
Standing tall and having a strong hold on their own life

Can't be like us, and fear no man
Encouraging others to be themselves and not be afraid of anyone

Niggas bleed like us, get a fucking tourniquet, nigga
Suggesting that no one is invincible and everyone has weaknesses

I'm poetic while they pathetic
Comparing their own literary skill to that of others

I play they life like a movie and in the end give 'em no credit
Treating others as characters in their own story and not acknowledging them

I was told to run it, so I grip the baton
Using their talent and opportunities to their full potential

And spit magic like it's pouring out the tip of a wand
Implying that their creations seem almost supernatural

Don't trip, you ain't equipped to fix ya lip and respond
Discouraging others from trying to argue or compete with them

I plan to X you out like the man who hand you and script the Quran
Suggesting that they will eliminate any opposition or competition

Since life flipped, I'm getting chips in Milan
Acknowledging their success and wealth

Pull dips, push whips like the one from the clips in the Tron film
Driving fancy cars and enjoying the lifestyle that comes with success

I blow your mental mass where your mind stem
Having a powerful impact on someone's thoughts and emotions

Like a nine M-M right at your line trim
Referencing a type of gun and its effectiveness

You must rewind him, the syllable sensei
Requiring someone to listen multiple times to fully understand their syllables and wordplay

Then bring ya to ya knees the way biblical men pray
Having a spiritual and transformative impact on someone's life

Or whores in a brothel
Making a comparison to people who are easily swayed or corrupted

'Cause I spill ill from the grill
Having a profound impact or impression with their words

Like one who reveals sores from their mouth hole
Being candid and truthful with their words

And if you only knew the shit that I been through
Implying that their success and skill comes from overcoming adversity

To pain the type of pictures my pen drew
Creating vivid and emotional imagery in their writing

Your label tries to fuck you, your friends screw you over
Critiquing the music industry and the people close to them who may not have their best interests at heart

Now you sober watching bad energy affect the evils that men do
Having a clear perspective and seeing how negative energy and actions can impact others

They fucking see through
Realizing that many people do not have genuine intentions

I'mma sick flower that carry lines
Referring to themselves as a unique and powerful entity

Like when you click over on you dick blowers
Suggesting that their work impresses people and makes them stop and listen

And it sucks to be you
Implied judgment or criticism of those who do not recognize or appreciate their skill