SomeBody
R. Djordan Lyrics
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Somebody got it
They say we treated equal
Somebody lying
C'mon
I’m look for the freedom
Somebody got it
They say we treated equal
C'mon
Looking at our recent history
We got a problem
Been hanging us for centuries
Nobody watching
Either caught up in systems
Or hanging close to the jail
We see the prison as livin'
When we can’t post no bail
All designing to fail
We wear that criminal well
They see us screaming for help
They turn they back
Oh well
Unn
They laughing at our pain
Love to see us all strugglin'
Group together in chains
Unn
The knowledge and game
What’s the point if you can’t play
What’s the point of your own dreams
If everything in our reality
Is hidden away
I’m look for the freedom
Somebody got it
They say we treated equal
Somebody lying
C'mon
I’m look for the freedom
Somebody got it
They say we treated equal
Somebody lying
C'mon
Got a letter in the mail today
They looking for me
If I don’t come in right away
They’ll put it on me
I’ve been running from warrants
When I was missing in courts
Driving dirty as fuck
The history of my luck
I don’t mean to miss out
But my family is more important
Than a reasonable doubt
The call it a mistake
Making my ass jump thru hoops
Sounds like a source of play
But anyway
I guess I’m another criminal
The modren day
Trying to hit you with Subliminal's
Millennials
The videos
The tapes
The footage
The hate
I’m look for the freedom
Somebody got it
They say we treated equal
Somebody lying
C'mon
I’m look for the freedom
Somebody got it
They say we treated equal
Somebody lying
C'mon
I’m look for the freedom
Somebody got it
They say we treated equal
Somebody lying
C'mon
I’m look for the freedom
Somebody got it
They say we treated equal
Somebody lying
C'mon
I’m look for the freedom
Somebody got it
They say we treated equal
Somebody lying
C'mon
I’m look for the freedom
Somebody got it
They say we treated equal
Somebody lying
C'mon
In the song "Somebody" by R. Djordan, the lyrics are a commentary on the struggles and inequalities faced by black people in America. The singer is searching for freedom and believes that somebody has it, but acknowledges that there are those who claim that everyone is treated equally, though they are lying. The singer reflects on the fact that black people have been lynched for centuries and that nobody seems to be paying attention, and they lament that the system is designed to make them fail. The singer notes that the prison system is viewed as a way of life for many in the black community and that they wear the label of criminal well. The lyrics also touch on the idea that while black people have knowledge and skills, they are often prevented from utilizing them and that their dreams are being suppressed.
The second half of the song is more personal, with the singer discussing how they have received a letter in the mail looking for them and that they have been running from warrants. They talk about how they prioritize their family over everything else and how they feel that they are viewed as just another criminal. The lyrics also touch on the idea that the media portrays black people in a negative light and that there is a lot of hate and footage of them being mistreated.
Line by Line Meaning
I’m look for the freedom
The singer is searching for freedom.
Somebody got it
The singer believes someone has achieved freedom.
They say we treated equal
There are claims of equality in society.
Somebody lying
The singer doesn't believe the claims of equality.
C'mon
An expression urging someone to take action.
Looking at our recent history
Reflecting on past events and their impact on current society.
We got a problem
The problems faced by society are acknowledged.
Been hanging us for centuries
The singer believes that society has oppressed minority groups for a long time.
Nobody watching
There is a lack of attention or concern from those in power.
Either caught up in systems
People may be trapped within oppressive societal structures.
Or hanging close to the jail
Some individuals may be living lives that could result in incarceration.
We see the prison as livin'
Some people view prison as a more stable or consistent way of life.
When we can’t post no bail
Without financial resources, individuals may not be able to leave prison before their trial.
All designing to fail
The systems in place are not meant to benefit everyone equitably.
We wear that criminal well
Those who are labeled as criminals may eventually internalize that identity.
They see us screaming for help
Those in power are aware of the struggles faced by minority groups but do not take action to assist them.
They turn they back
Individuals in power are not providing assistance or support to those in need.
Oh well
An expression showing a sense of resignation or acceptance.
Unn
An interjection used to express frustration, weariness, or disapproval.
They laughing at our pain
Some people find humor in the struggles faced by minority groups.
Love to see us all strugglin'
Some individuals or groups may take pleasure in seeing others struggle.
Group together in chains
Minority groups may feel trapped or controlled by societal structures.
The knowledge and game
Understanding the rules of society and its power dynamics.
What’s the point if you can’t play
If someone doesn't have the resources or opportunities to succeed, it may seem pointless to even try.
What’s the point of your own dreams
Dreams and aspirations may seem unattainable due to systemic barriers.
If everything in our reality
The current societal structures and systems influence every aspect of our lives.
Is hidden away
The oppressive aspects of society are often not discussed or addressed openly.
Got a letter in the mail today
The singer has received a legal document.
They looking for me
Authorities are seeking the singer's compliance with the law.
If I don’t come in right away
There are consequences for not complying with the legal system.
They’ll put it on me
The singer may be held responsible for a crime or legal issue.
I’ve been running from warrants
The singer has been avoiding legal issues.
When I was missing in courts
The singer has not been attending court hearings.
Driving dirty as fuck
The singer may be breaking the law by driving an unregistered or uninsured vehicle.
The history of my luck
The singer has a history of misfortune or bad luck.
I don’t mean to miss out
The singer doesn't want to experience negative consequences by running from legal issues.
But my family is more important
The singer prioritizes their family over legal matters.
Than a reasonable doubt
The singer knows they may be considered guilty despite lack of evidence.
The call it a mistake
Society may characterize certain actions as mistakes instead of addressing systemic issues.
Making my ass jump thru hoops
The legal system may create obstacles or challenges for the singer.
Sounds like a source of play
The legal system may be trivialized or not taken seriously by society.
But anyway
Despite these issues, the singer will continue to fight for freedom and equality.
I guess I’m another criminal
The singer has been labeled as a criminal by society.
The modren day
Referring to present-day societal issues.
Trying to hit you with Subliminal's
Society may attempt to influence the beliefs and attitudes of minority groups through subtle means.
Millennials
Referring to the generation born between the early 1980s and the late 1990s.
The videos
The influence of media on society.
The tapes
The historical record of societal events that may not be discussed openly.
The footage
Recorded evidence of societal issues.
The hate
The negative attitudes or beliefs of some individuals or groups.
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Written by: Erik Polk
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Royal Wolf
Aww, man. I loved having this song on my spotify playlist. I hope it returns!