Meditation
R-04 Lyrics

Inhale Deep Before a bar like I'm Tanjiro
I take a deep breath before entering the booth, channeling the anime character Tanjiro's total concentration technique to deliver my best performance.

This total concentration what I need
To create music that moves people, I require complete focus and dedication.

Keep me calm like the Dead Sea
Music serves as a source of peace for me, helping me remain steady like the calm Dead Sea.

A dead beat son choosing to kill beats
As a musician, I am committed to making music that beats resonate with, even if it requires killing other beats I've previously created - like a son killing his deadbeat father.

Katana Sharp Tongue
My words are as sharp as a katana sword, able to cut through the noise and reach the hearts of my listeners.

Cutting deeper than the harakiri
My lyrics go beyond surface-level themes and cut deeper into the core of human emotion - much like the act of harakiri.

Seppuku to niggas who think that they knew me
Those who claim to know me, yet do not understand the darkness and depth of my mind, will face the same fate as those who commit seppuku - a gruesome Japanese suicide ritual.

Let the failure pile up
I embrace my failures and use them as fuel to create music that is authentic and true to myself.

We call it kintsugi
Like the Japanese art of kintsugi - repairing broken pottery with gold - I use my failures to create something more beautiful and valuable.

Scatter-brained and I'm gluing this sanity back together
I struggle with mental chaos, but through my music, I am putting the broken pieces of my sanity back together.

With this liquid gold saliva when I swallow boiling pride
I use my words - like liquid gold - to swallow my pride even when it's hard to do so.

But Pawn Shops never giving dollars for these cracks
Even though I pour my soul into my music, it may not result in financial gain - much like pawn shops will not give much money for broken items.

So if I'm pushing weight
If I am hustling hard and pushing my music with all I've got,

It's cause I couldn't wait for money back
it's because I'm not chasing money, but rather the passion to create, even if it means waiting a long time to see any financial reward.

And now it's back to back nights
I am grinding every day, performing night after night to reach my goals, even when it's tough.

With my back against the wall
I am facing hardships and obstacles that are pressing against me like a wall,

But I'm still standing
yet I continue to persevere and stand tall, refusing to give up on my dreams.

Like a tower over people
The strength and conviction I have for my music and its message causes me to tower over others in a positive way.

And they think they got me
Others may believe they understand or have control over me,

Shook, overlooked, underestimated
but they are mistaken, and I refuse to be intimidated or underestimated.

I never feel that
I am confident in my abilities and my music, and no amount of doubt or negativity can touch me.

I be water call me Bruce Lee
Like the martial artist Bruce Lee, I am fluid and adaptable, able to transform and overcome any obstacle with ease.

With this stream of consciousness
My music is a reflection of my innermost thoughts and emotions, creating a stream of consciousness that flows out into the world.

I'm searching for some clarity
Through my music, I am seeking clarity, understanding, and meaning, both for myself and my listeners.

But all in my vicinity
However, the world around me is filled with people who are more interested in creating drama than finding clarity.

A bunch of people spilling tea
They gossip and spread rumors - like spilling tea - rather than engaging with music that holds true meaning.

While asking me to pour some water in them
They ask me to give them something more - to pour water into them - without ever truly engaging with me or my music.

That's why I'm letting you drown
Instead of catering to their need for drama, I am stepping back and letting them drown in their own negativity and ignorance.

Speaking English but they treat it like its idioms
Even though I speak a language they understand - like English - they struggle to grasp the full meaning and depth of my music.

These idiots is seeking for crowns
They are foolishly chasing after material success and fame in search of the crown, not understanding what truly matters in life.

From previous kings, who six feet down
They worship and emulate those who have come before them - like previous kings - even though they are long gone.

For many reasons
There are countless reasons why people pursue music, including to create meaning, inspire others, and express their innermost selves.

I just breathe
For me, music is a way to simply breathe - to express my rawest, most honest self and connect with others through that shared vulnerability.

Get the stress off
Through my music, I am able to release the pressures and stresses of daily life and connect with something deeper.

Maneuver through the chaos
Despite the chaos of the world around me, I am able to maneuver through it with skill and grace thanks to my music.

And carving holy scripture from the depths of my esophagus
My music is like a spiritual text, born from the deepest parts of my soul and carving out a sacred space for listeners.

A gust of wind from tartarus
My words have the power to shake the very foundations of society, like a gust of wind blowing in from the underworld.

They think they St. Augustine
Others may believe themselves to be saints or authorities, but in reality, they are no different than any other person.

When they really just the offering
Instead, they are merely making an offering - a small, insignificant gesture - in comparison to the true power of music to inspire and connect.

I'm thanking God for rarely picking up my prayers anymore
I am at peace with the idea that God may not always grant my prayers and that sometimes, it's better to rely on my own strength and resilience.

Used to ask so often
I used to be more reliant on prayer and less self-reliant,

Now I'm used to taking everything I'm owed
but now, I have found comfort in taking what is rightfully mine through hard work and perseverance.

Even though nothing really ours
In the grand scheme of things, nothing really belongs to us, and everything is fleeting and temporary.

From the Genesis
From the very beginning of time and creation,

A Sagittarius looking
As a Sagittarius, I am constantly searching for meaning and understanding both within myself and the world around me.

For a nemesis
I am looking for a worthy opponent or challenge that can push me to be my best self.

And find it in his own lawn
In the end, I realize that the greatest challenge and nemesis I will ever face is within myself and my own innermost thoughts and feelings.

Sipping on forbidden fruit juice until his soul gone
I am tempted by earthly pleasures and desires, but I know that indulging in them can ultimately lead to my downfall and the sacrifice of my soul.

So let this be a seance for AR
Through music, I am summoning the spirit and energy of AR - a fellow artist who has passed away - to inspire me and connect with me in a spiritual way.

The one I had to bury just to keep my folks proud
I had to let go of a part of myself - represented by the artist AR - in order to maintain my image and reputation among my family and community.

And I know now
I have reached a point of clarity and understanding in my life and music,

That manifesting ain't shit
Realizing that the act of manifesting - creating something from nothing - is not enough on its own without hard work and dedication.

Until you go and get it
Only through the act of actively pursuing our goals and dreams can we truly achieve them.

This that Capricorn rising talking
As a Capricorn rising sign, I have a practical and intelligent approach to my music and the goals I hope to achieve through it.

Stars aligning and mercury ain't stopping me
Even when everything else seems to be aligned against me, I am able to draw strength and inspiration from the alignment of the stars and the unyielding power of Mercury.

From spewing all this truth inside your ears
Through my music, I am sharing a powerful truth that resonates with people and connects them on a deeper level.

I put the costar down
I am willing to let go of the material trappings of success and fame in order to stay true to my values and beliefs.

Exhale
I release my doubts, fears, and tensions through the act of exhaling, becoming more present and grounded in the moment.

I turn to Stream
Through music streaming platforms, I am able to reach a wider audience and connect with people from all walks of life.

This a form of meditation for you and me (Yeh)
Creating and listening to music is not only a form of artistic expression but also a powerful and transformative meditation practice that connects us on a deep and spiritual level.

This a form of meditation for you and me
Music is a shared experience that can bring people together in unique and meaningful ways, uniting us in our common humanity and struggles.