Bad Luck
SLEEPY HALLOW Lyrics
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Huh, I just ran the bag up, and you bad luck
And I don't do the snakes, so I gotta keep the grass cut
Gang up in the front, chopper make 'em back up
I got what you want, Winners Circle, get your cash up
Who got you gassed up? I'm smokin' gas, car gassed up
Pull up, skrrt, gang, got the whole city wild up
Talkin' choppers, I'ma carry like Mariah
I know gang look like a stain, come and try us
We gon' ride 'til we got a flat tire
I know who gon' ride, who gon' slide
Who gon' really care about me if I die?
Sometimes, demons be arguin' in my mind
Demons at my door say they just wanna come inside
Shots fired, opps shot, another opp die
Cops shot another black guy
Know you hear it all the time
Word came from the grapevine
They don't wanna see a nigga shine
Know they wanna take mine
I ain't ever think I would shine
I ain't ever think I would
Huh, I just ran the bag up, and you bad luck
And I don't do the snakes, so I gotta keep the grass cut
Gang up in the front, chopper make 'em back up
I got what you want, Winners Circle, get your cash up
I go through a lot nobody knows
Nobody made me do it, nigga, this the life I chose
Givin' back for all the days I was broke
'Cause I know it ain't easy tryna stand ten toes
Buy a coat 'cause the streets gettin' cold, huh
And they ain't really with you, they can't wait until you go
Told my auntie, "Please hold on"
"You been prayin' all your life, been livin' for so long"
I still hit my grandma up for a meal, I'm still off of them pills
My mama sense it when I'm hurt, but I can't tell her the deal
They know, huh, I'm a God in the flesh
You know you feel the pain when it's all in your chest
We gon' ball like we Thompson and Steph
You shoot when I'm shootin', we do it all for the net
Fuck it, you could take it all if you want some respect
'Cause I done did it all, did it all for the set
Huh, I just ran the bag up, and you bad luck
And I don't do the snakes, so I gotta keep the grass cut
Gang up in the front, chopper make 'em back up
I got what you want, Winners Circle, get your cash up
The song "Bad Luck" by Sleepy Hallow is a rap song that talks about the struggles and hardships that come with life in the streets. The lyrics suggest that the singer has been through a lot and has come out on top by running up the bag (making money). The line "And you bad luck" is a taunt to those who have tried to bring him down but have failed. The lyrics also mention the need to keep a close watch for snakes (fake friends) and keep the grass cut (eliminate the unnecessary).
Sleepy Hallow's song also delves into the theme of violence that exists in the streets. The line "Talkin' choppers, I'ma carry like Mariah" is a reference to guns, emphasizing a need for protection in the streets. The lyrics mention the risk of getting shot or losing someone close at any time. The line "Cops shot another black guy" touches on the prevalent issue of police brutality against black people.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of loyalty and unity within a circle. The "Winners Circle" is mentioned multiple times throughout the song, emphasizing the importance of being a part of a team that will have each other's backs through thick and thin. The line "We do it all for the net" suggests that they are willing to put everything on the line to find success and recognition in their work.
Overall, Sleepy Hallow's "Bad Luck" is a powerful and introspective reflection on the struggles and successes of living in the streets, with a message that emphasizes the need for loyalty, self-preservation, and perseverance.
Line by Line Meaning
Huh, I just ran the bag up, and you bad luck
I just made a bunch of money and you're not fortunate
And I don't do the snakes, so I gotta keep the grass cut
I don't deal with people who are untrustworthy, so I have to stay vigilant
Gang up in the front, chopper make 'em back up
My crew is in the lead, and we have weapons to keep our enemies at bay
I got what you want, Winners Circle, get your cash up
I have what you need, and if you want to be a winner like me, you have to work hard to earn money
Who got you gassed up? I'm smokin' gas, car gassed up
Who is hyping you up? I'm smoking weed and my car is fueled up
And you know we gon' do the dash, can't pass us
You know we're going to speed away in our car, and you can't catch us
Pull up, skrrt, gang, got the whole city wild up
We drove up, making screeching sounds, and we have everyone in the city excited
Talkin' choppers, I'ma carry like Mariah
I'm talking about guns, and I'm going to carry one like Mariah Carey carrying a high note
I know gang look like a stain, come and try us
My gang might look like a problem, but if you come at us, we'll retaliate
We gon' ride 'til we got a flat tire
We're going to keep going, even if we hit obstacles along the way
I know who gon' ride, who gon' slide
I know who is going to support me and who is going to betray me
Who gon' really care about me if I die?
I wonder who will truly care about me if I die
Sometimes, demons be arguin' in my mind
Sometimes I struggle with negative thoughts and emotions
Demons at my door say they just wanna come inside
My negative thoughts and emotions are constantly trying to take over
Shots fired, opps shot, another opp die
There's been a shooting and a rival has been killed
Cops shot another black guy
Police have shot and killed another black person
Know you hear it all the time
I know you're aware of the ongoing problem of police brutality against black people
Word came from the grapevine
I heard through the rumor mill
They don't wanna see a nigga shine
They don't want to see a black person succeed
Know they wanna take mine
I'm aware that there are people who want to take my success and money
I ain't ever think I would shine
I never thought I would be successful
I go through a lot nobody knows
I deal with a lot of struggles that I keep to myself
Nobody made me do it, nigga, this the life I chose
I'm not a victim, I chose this lifestyle
Givin' back for all the days I was broke
I'm giving back to help those who are in the same position I used to be in
'Cause I know it ain't easy tryna stand ten toes
I know it's not easy to stay strong and stand your ground
Buy a coat 'cause the streets gettin' cold, huh
I need to prepare for the rough conditions ahead
And they ain't really with you, they can't wait until you go
The people around you aren't truly supportive, and they secretly hope for your downfall
Told my auntie, "Please hold on"
I'm telling my aunt to hang in there
"You been prayin' all your life, been livin' for so long"
You've been living for a long time and praying for a better life
I still hit my grandma up for a meal, I'm still off of them pills
I still ask my grandma for food, and I'm still struggling with drug addiction
My mama sense it when I'm hurt, but I can't tell her the deal
My mom knows when I'm going through something, but I can't bring myself to tell her what's going on
They know, huh, I'm a God in the flesh
The people around me know I have a powerful aura
You know you feel the pain when it's all in your chest
You know the pain is real when it feels like it's crushing your chest
We gon' ball like we Thompson and Steph
We're going to play basketball and be successful like Klay Thompson and Steph Curry
You shoot when I'm shootin', we do it all for the net
We'll work together to achieve success
Fuck it, you could take it all if you want some respect
I don't care if you take everything I have, I just want some respect
'Cause I done did it all, did it all for the set
I've done everything I can for my crew and where I come from
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Tegan Chambers
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@obnsavage3o355
"I go thru alot nobody knows"🗣️🔥🔥
@x_ReFleXz_TOXIC
"Nobody made me do it nigga this the life i choose"💯
@that1kiddtho592
Bro I swear I’m the same, I hope sleepy is better tbh.
@kingexposed3463
🫡🤐
@cheatericky9320
“You know you feel the pain when it’s all in your chest”☝️🔥
@xnah999
If your reading this you’ll become a millionaire one day👑💫But remember it don’t come from you just sitting on your ass get up and Make A Difference!!!!
@vyperz4500
Facts
@xnah999
Fear Vyperz 🚫🧢
@NikoHermogenes
calm sleepy a different type of vibe
@marquisanderson3128
He isn’t really calm you can still hear the passion in his voice 💙💫