It's Like That
Run DMC / Jason Nevins Lyrics

Then it goes a little something like this
This is how life is, let me lay it out for you

Unemployment at a record high
Many people struggle to find jobs and provide for themselves and their families

People coming, people going, people born to die
Life is full of comings and goings, births and deaths

Don't ask me, because I don't know why
I don't have all the answers to life's mysteries

But it's like that, and that's the way it is
This is just the way life is, it's not always fair or easy

People in the world try to make ends meet
People struggle to make enough money to survive

You try to ride car, train, bus, or feet
We use different modes of transportation to get around

I said you got to work hard to want to compete
To succeed, you must put in effort and compete with others

Huh!
An expression of emphasis or agreement

Money is the key to end all your woes
Money can solve many problems and make life easier

Your ups and your downs, your highs and your lows
Life has its good and bad moments

Won't you tell me last time that love bought you clothes?
Love can't replace the practicalities of money and buying necessities

Bills fly higher every day
The cost of living increases regularly

We receive much lower pay
Despite the rising cost of living, many people are paid too little

I'd rather stay young, go out and play
Sometimes it's fun to ignore your problems and enjoy life

War's going on across the sea
There is conflict and violence around the world

Street soldiers killing the elderly
Innocent people are often targeted and hurt in conflicts

What ever happened to unity?
We've lost sight of coming together and supporting each other

Disillusion is the word
Many people are disheartened and dissatisfied with life

That's used by me when I'm not heard
Feeling ignored and unheard can lead to disillusionment

I just go through life with my glasses blurred
Sometimes it's easy to ignore the harsh realities and just keep going

You can see a lot in this lifespan
You can experience a lot of different things in your life

Like a bum eating out of a garbage can
People in dire situations have to resort to desperate measures

You notice one time he was your man
You never know when someone you knew will end up in a tough spot

You should've gone to school, you could've learned a trade
Education and training can provide opportunities for a better life

But you laid in the bed where the bums have laid
If you don't take advantage of opportunities, you may end up in a tough spot

Now all the time you're crying that you're underpaid
Lamenting about low wages won't improve your financial situation

Check this out
Listen up, pay attention

Run DMC and Jam Master Jay, run
A reference to the artists performing the song

One thing I know is that life is short
Time is precious and limited

So listen up homeboy, give this a thought
Pay attention and think about the meaning behind the lyrics

The next time someone's teaching why don't you get taught?
Be open to learning and growing from others' experiences

If you really think about it times aren't that bad
Despite the challenges of life, there are positive aspects to focus on

The one that flexes with successes will make you glad
Celebrating your accomplishments and working hard will bring happiness

Stop playing, start praying, you won't be sad
Stop wasting time and start taking meaningful action to improve your life

Check this out
Listen up, pay attention

You know it's like that, and that's the way it is
Life can be tough, but it's important to accept it and move forward

Because it's like that, and that's the way it is
This is just the reality of life, whether we like it or not

It's Run DMC and Jam Master Jay
A reminder of the artists performing the song

Run DMC and Jam Master Jay
Another reminder of the artists performing the song