Around The World
S.T.F. Lyrics

Pray for Paris, what they tell us, while Nigeria burn
While people are told to pray for Paris, Nigeria is still suffering and being neglected.

Schools bombed overseas, where kids in Syria learn
Innocent children's education is being destroyed and taken away from them due to war and conflict.

Islamic leaders being attacked for political reasons
Religious leaders are being targeted and attacked for political reasons, causing further tension and division.

US spies kidnapped and found guilty of treason
Americans who work for their country are being targeted and punished, creating distrust and fear.

Missles getting tested, America getting ready for war
War is being prepared for and weapons are being tested, indicating a lack of hope for peace and diplomacy.

Meanwhile children in the ghetto gotta sleep on the floor
Due to poverty and lack of resources, children in disadvantaged areas do not have the basic comforts and necessities for a good quality of life.

Cause rival gangs shooting guns with no aim at all
Gang violence is rampant and senseless, leading to innocent people being caught in the crossfire and harmed.

Police be racial profiling, tryna blame us all
Law enforcement is unfairly targeting certain groups of people based on their race and ethnicity, leading to further mistrust and injustice.

And with Obama out of office, ain't no hope for the blacks
With a change in political leadership, there is a sense of hopelessness and lack of progress for certain marginalized communities.

2016, can you still believe they smoking on crack?
There are still negative stereotypes and false beliefs about certain communities that need to be addressed and dismantled.

Bigger than rap, let's just take a second to focus on facts
This issue is bigger than just music and entertainment, and deserves serious attention and action.

50% of minorities in jail and most of 'em black
There is a disproportionate number of incarcerated individuals from certain communities, indicating systemic issues with the justice system.

Black lives matter, yeah right, that's just a hoax and an act
The statement that Black lives matter is dismissed as a hoax or act, further perpetuating harmful beliefs and injustices.

Rest in peace to the Jack, hate I had to say that
A tribute to someone who has passed away, expressing sadness and frustration that it had to happen.

Thought it was just in my city 'til I cut on the news
Realizing that these issues and tragedies are not just local, but happening on a global scale.

It's happening all around the world, Keyshia tell 'em the truth
A call to action for awareness and acknowledgement of the issues affecting people worldwide.

Oh so you can't see what, you got on a blindfold?
Asking if people are aware and informed of the current issues, or if they are deliberately ignoring them.

Too busy in your Benz tryna dodge them potholes
Some people are too focused on their own daily struggles to see or care about the larger societal issues affecting others.

Don't know what's going on in the streets of Chicago
Lack of awareness and understanding of the struggles and violence affecting certain communities.

Lil boy killed in an alley, reason why only God knows
Innocent children are being caught in the crossfire of violence and harm, and there is no good reason for it.

Young boys high, putting coke in their nostrils
Drug abuse and addiction is prevalent and affecting the younger generation, leading to further problems and issues in the future.

It's a race of babies that hate the ladies
A culture of misogyny is perpetuated from a young age, causing harm and division between genders.

Must have thought it was a lie when you heard it in Pac's song
Issues affecting marginalized communities have been spoken about for years, and it is disheartening that they still persist today.

His mama strung out and you know that his pops gone
Certain communities are affected by issues such as drug abuse and absentee parents, leading to further harm and instability.

The preacher can't reach 'em, he ain't hearing the gospel
Certain individuals are not receiving the support or guidance they need due to a lack of access or willingness to receive it.

Future on his iPhone, this shit is colossal
The younger generation is often distracted and focused on technology, leading to a lack of awareness and action towards societal issues.

Christians lost acting like they really know where Christ is
People who claim to follow a certain faith or ideology are not truly living up to its values and principles.

World War III coming soon with ISIS
The threat of war and violence is looming large, with certain extremist groups causing harm and destruction.

Shoe boxes full of letters, all my homies is lifers
The prison system is affecting certain communities disproportionately, with many individuals serving long sentences and losing contact with their loved ones.

Not just in my hood, from San Quentin to Rikers
The issues and injustices are not just limited to certain areas, but are affecting people in prisons across the country.

Black America wake up, we was asleep for too long
There is a need for action and awareness from the Black community, which has been dormant for too long in the face of ongoing injustices.

Got me feeling like Marvin Gaye, what's going on?
Referencing the iconic song by Marvin Gaye, expressing frustration and confusion at the state of the world and ongoing issues.

Treyvon down in Florida, to Mike in Ferguson
Naming specific incidents of violence and injustice that have affected the Black community.

The next Malcolm or Martin, look, they probably done murdered them
Speaking to the continued violence and harm towards influential and inspiring leaders within the Black community.

Church shooters get arrested and brought in like company
Certain individuals who commit heinous crimes are not held accountable in the same way as others, indicating a larger issue with the justice system.

Oscar shot in his back and Sandra died in custody
Referencing specific cases of police brutality and violence towards Black individuals.

KKK get exposed, all members of congress
The presence of hate groups and white supremacy is being acknowledged and exposed, indicating a need for change and dismantling of these harmful ideologies.

Russia blame terrorism on known jihadists
Certain groups and individuals may be unfairly blamed and targeted for political reasons, leading to further division and mistrust.

While all these rappers argue 'bout who is the hottest
There is a focus on trivial and unimportant matters within the music industry, while larger societal issues are being ignored or neglected.

I'm tryna teach my daughter, she's an African goddess
Expressing a desire for education and empowerment towards younger generations within the Black community.

The Real Isis was a goddess, not a terrorist group
Referencing the confusion and conflation of the ancient Egyptian goddess with the current extremist group, highlighting issues with ignorance and false beliefs.

Make all our good seem bad without telling the truth
Certain groups and individuals may be unfairly portrayed or demonized in the media or by society, leading to further harm and division.

Flip all our signs and our symbols that resemble the love
Certain symbols or icons associated with love and positivity may be twisted or corrupted to spread hatred and negativity.

Turning to hate groups, mentally be messing us up
The rise of hate groups and extremist ideologies is causing harm and division on a larger scale, affecting individuals and communities mentally and emotionally.

This world war, it ain't just in my hood
The issues and conflicts being faced are not just limited to certain areas or communities, but are affecting people on a global scale.