Hope
Phora Lyrics


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I'm surprise I'm still standin' right here
I was livin' in a nightmare
Never be able to breath again

[VERSE 1:]
First off
I ain't in this for the Dead Presidents
The nice whips fly chicks or gold necklaces
I do this in hopes that my Auntie gets off of the pipe
N the small chance of possibly changing a persons life
I wanna make things right
These kids need some guidance
This generations lullaby is gunshots n sirens
I'm here to make a difference fuck the code of the streets
I refuse to be a victim to my own self defeat
Don't let em get you trapped
Cuz there's only 2 places that you'll end up
N I'm pretty sure you know just where that's at
Fuck the fame, fuck the money, fuck gettin' put on the map
I'm just trynna come together
Brown, White, Yellow, Black
It don't matter what color
N before you put that bullet in his head
Just make sure you think of his mother
And his little sister cryin' when they seem him at his funeral
But in the streets I guess that's business as usual

[HOOK:]
And I took so many chances in my life
I'm surprise I'm still standing right here
I never thought I'll make it yo
Just a couple of years ago, I was living in a nightmare
Knife in my chest, Knife in my back
Never thought I'll be able to breath again
But now I know I'm here for a reason but
I just don't think this muthaf's see it yet
I just don't think these muthaf's see it yet

[VERSE 2:]
I don't write music to convince you to believe in me
I write music to convince you to believe in you
Stay positive, keep smiling, and one day you’ll see
Anything is possible & you could make your dreams come true,
This is for the Kids that past before they had a chance to live
Their memories live on throughout my words
And If I had to give my life so you could hold the ones you lost
And hear them laugh again, I would do it in a second
All I ask is this, When I'm gone remember
All I ever wanted was to make a difference
Pray my sister graduates, I hate to miss it
But if my time comes you won't hear me complain
But since we still here let me speak to you
So just press play n listen
If I ever made a million dollars
I'll create a program to help these kids get into college
Even tho my ass didn't pass the 11th grade
Momma is still proud and that's all that matters for heavens sake
I let the haters hate, cuz my family will always love me
Nothing left to say, didn't make it here by getting lucky
I'm playing by the rule but yo I gotta confess
Last night I felt like quitting cuz all of the stress
Got the world on my shoulder n pain all over my chest
Plus my girl is tripping, she keeps thinking I'm callin' my ex
But somehow, someway, I kept on pushin'
Never show my pain cuz you never know who's lookin'
When you show weakness they try to bring you down
N talk behind your back & diss you when you're not around
But they will never stop me
I'mma change the world
Don't believe me
Just Watch me
Heyyy...

[2Pac - White Christmas Interview]

[HOOK:]
And I took so many chances in my life
I'm surprise I'm still standing right here
I never thought I'll make it yo
Just a couple of years ago, I was living in a nightmare
Knife in my chest, knife in my back
Never thought I'll be able to breath again
But now I know I'm here for a reason but




I don't think this muthaf's see it yet
I just don't think these muthaf's see it yet

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Hope" by Phora express his journey of overcoming his past struggles and striving to make a positive impact on people's lives. In the first verse, he states that he is not in the music industry for fame or money, but to help his Auntie and change someone's life. Phora aims to provide guidance to the youth and make a difference, regardless of ethnicity or skin color. He emphasizes the importance of being mindful of one's actions, especially since gunshots and sirens have become a lullaby for the present generation. He ends this verse with the message of defeating self-defeat and avoiding getting trapped, for only two places are likely to end up.


In the second verse, Phora mentions that he writes music to channel people's confidence in themselves rather than convincing them to believe in him. He encourages everyone to stay positive and smile, and soon they will realize that anything is attainable, and they can turn their dreams into reality. He dedicates this song to those who didn't have a chance to live and whose memories he hopes to keep alive through his lyrics. Phora expresses his willingness to sacrifice his life if it means the ones left behind can share some moments with their loved ones, who are no longer, and if it means making a difference. He admits to having moments of vulnerability and stress in his life, but he knows showing weakness will only lead to people bringing you down. He aims to change the world and prove that nothing is impossible.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm surprise I'm still standin' right here
Despite enduring countless struggles and painful experiences, I'm amazed that I still have the strength to stand tall and push forward.


I was livin' in a nightmare
My life was filled with chaos, fear, and uncertainty, much like a never-ending nightmare that I couldn't wake up from.


Never be able to breath again
The weight of my struggles and hardships felt suffocating and I wasn't sure if I could ever experience true freedom or relief.


First off I ain't in this for the Dead Presidents The nice whips fly chicks or gold necklaces I do this in hopes that my Auntie gets off of the pipe N the small chance of possibly changing a persons life I wanna make things right
I'm not in this music industry for materialistic things like money, cars, or women. Instead, my motivation comes from the desire to help my aunt overcome her addiction and make a positive impact on someone else's life. My ultimate goal is to make things right and bring some good into the world.


These kids need some guidance
I recognize the lack of guidance and support for the youth in my community, and I'm here to try and fill that void as much as I can.


This generations lullaby is gunshots n sirens
Sadly, the reality of this current generation is that the sounds of gunshots and sirens are all too common, replacing the typical soothing lullabies that children should be hearing.


I refuse to be a victim to my own self defeat
I won't allow my personal struggles and shortcomings to define me and prevent me from achieving my goals. I'm taking control of my own narrative and writing my own story.


Don't let em get you trapped
Don't let the negative influences and obstacles in life trap you and hold you back from reaching your full potential.


Cuz there's only 2 places that you'll end up N I'm pretty sure you know just where that's at
If you fall into the traps of negativity and bad influences, there are only two potential outcomes: jail or death.


Fuck the fame, fuck the money, fuck gettin' put on the map I'm just trynna come together Brown, White, Yellow, Black It don't matter what color
I'm not interested in fame, fortune, or being recognized as a top artist. My main focus is bringing people together, regardless of their race or background, and promoting unity and positivity.


N before you put that bullet in his head Just make sure you think of his mother And his little sister cryin' when they seem him at his funeral But in the streets I guess that's business as usual
It's devastating to see the lack of remorse and empathy in the streets, where people are quick to resort to gun violence without considering the pain and loss they inflict on others. Seeing a mother and sister grieving at a funeral should be enough to make someone hesitate before committing such a violent act, but unfortunately, that's not always the case.


I don't write music to convince you to believe in me I write music to convince you to believe in you
My music is not about promoting myself or gaining recognition. Instead, I aim to inspire and empower listeners, encouraging them to believe in themselves and their own potential for greatness.


Stay positive, keep smiling, and one day you’ll see Anything is possible & you could make your dreams come true
By maintaining a positive attitude and smiling through tough times, you open yourself up to endless possibilities and can make your biggest dreams a reality.


This is for the Kids that past before they had a chance to live Their memories live on throughout my words And If I had to give my life so you could hold the ones you lost And hear them laugh again, I would do it in a second
This song is dedicated to the young people who didn't have the opportunity to fully experience life. Their memories are kept alive through my music and words. If sacrificing my own life meant others could hold onto the ones they've lost and feel their joy again, I wouldn't hesitate to do so.


All I ask is this, When I'm gone remember All I ever wanted was to make a difference
If and when I'm no longer here, I hope to be remembered for the positive impact I made on the world, and the difference I was able to make in the lives of those around me.


Even tho my ass didn't pass the 11th grade Momma is still proud and that's all that matters for heavens sake
I may not have succeeded academically, but my mother's pride in me and my accomplishments is more important and valuable than any diploma or degree.


When you show weakness they try to bring you down N talk behind your back & diss you when you're not around But they will never stop me I'mma change the world Don't believe me Just Watch me
People in this world will always try to bring you down and undermine your success, but I won't let their negativity stop me from making a positive change and impact on the world. If you don't believe me, just wait and see what I can do.


And I took so many chances in my life I'm surprise I'm still standing right here I never thought I'll make it yo Just a couple of years ago, I was living in a nightmare Knife in my chest, knife in my back Never thought I'll be able to breath again But now I know I'm here for a reason but I just don't think these muthaf's see it yet
Despite the many obstacles and challenges I've faced in my life, I'm still standing and striving to make a difference. Just a few years ago, I was living a nightmare where I felt wounded and suffocating, but now I realize that I have a purpose and a meaningful role to play in the world, even if others may not see it just yet.




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Andrea Velasquez

Real shit...he raps about life & not "bitches , money & weed" like other shitty rappers! Real talk! Hands down by far the best rapper!!! You keep on doing your shit. Much respect! 3

Jonathan Alvarado

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Nick

one of your songs came up on my pandora. I tried to skip it bc I didn't know who you were but my phone wouldn't let me skip it. I'm glad it did bc it surely was one of the best things I've ever heard and your music is awesome

Brandon Cohen

NF757 universe was talking to you brotha

Will Sapp

Same way I found him

Brandon Pacillo

Same shit happened to me bro

frightbtw

same bro! i was listening to nf on spotify but it changed to phora sinner pt2 and i kept trying to skip but i had no skips left, so i said fuck it ill give him a try. best decision i ever made ever.

Narsall Checora

The universe works in weird, yet wondrous ways.

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LONWABO TA LOBZ

"I don't write music to convince you to believe in me, I write music to convince you to believe in you" ....who's here 2020

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