Photosynthesis
Saba Lyrics

Got it, I got it, oh
Confidently claiming to possess what the listener is seeking.

Say what you're looking for, 'cause I got it, yeah, ay
Asking the listener to state what they seek, and re-assuring them that it can be found.

I got it, I got it, oh
Continuing to confidently claim to possess what the listener is seeking.

I got it, yeah
Re-affirming that the sought-after elements are available.

Oh yes I made it alive, Lake Shore Drive, headed to paradise
Celebrating survival and progress, moving towards a better situation.

In this moment of mine, I can't recognize, or see that the glare is right
Expressing a sense of confusion or disorientation during personal growth.

And what you compromise, I almost die, I doubt the water is red as mine
Suggesting that personal sacrifices made along the way may have been too costly, and that their journey has not been easy.

Ay, how you lonely in a room with God?
Questioning how someone can feel alone when they believe in a higher power.

Never slow up, not even a pitstop
Encouraging persistence and an unwillingness to take breaks or make excuses.

Praying my niggas'll never get caught
Expressing concern for the legal and personal safety of loved ones.

Overcame it all, like I'm some big shot
Reflecting on self-perception as someone who has risen above adversity.

Was startin' to be a man, up to the wrist watch
Reflecting on the process of maturing and becoming independent.

To the collar shirt tucked, with the front pocket
Describing the physical presentation of someone developing a professional appearance.

Part of adolescence when they go blossom
Reminiscing about the experience of coming of age and finding one's way in the world.

When your stars align, I hope there's no comet
Expressing a desire for good fortune without complications.

So far it's
Introducing a continuation of reflection about personal growth and change.

Oh yes, I made it alive, I'm on the West Side, still at my momma house
Reflecting on continued survival, and humble beginnings.

The kids on my conscience now, coz the youth dying and it's just more common now
Feeling a responsibility to the younger generation and a sense of anxiety about the increased frequency of youth deaths.

Common ground, stuck through it all like we Carmelo
Comparing commonalities and shared experiences, despite adversity.

Comin' down, high offa life, arrive unannounced
Describing a feeling of joy and satisfaction, unexpected.

Summonin', numbin' the pain of when I'm in doubt
Describing a coping process for self-doubt, and how it leads to personal strength.

High school my head in the clouds, like I learned about
Reflecting on a time of dreaming and imagination that slowly became more grounded in reality.

What-what are you looking for?
Repeating the question from earlier, seeking clarity on what the listener is seeking.

All the thing's you adore
Confirming the availability of the sought-after elements.

Runnin' through my city like a tour bus
Describing confidence and familiarity with one's surroundings.

Hopin' one day I can have a tour bus
Reflecting on personal aspirations and goals.

I can see the planets from my window sill, and I tend to tell what is honest
Describing a particular perspective that allows for truth-telling and questioning norms.

I don't wanna fight no one, no contest
Expressing a desire to avoid conflict and competition.

I just wanna undress my conscience
Expressing a desire for personal confession and honesty.

I just met a killer that's bent in his ways
Describing a difficult but honest meeting with someone struggling with internal conflict and violence.

Try to raise a family with minimum wage, what can I say?
Describing the difficult experience of trying to make ends meet and support a family with limited financial resources.

Besides the demons, it's reality for the people that we love
Acknowledging the harsh realities faced by loved ones, and their own internal struggles.

And we are the ones that will team up and tee up the party
Expressing a sense of community and togetherness, while looking to celebrate life.

Dead end the school, but they'll show up tardy
Commenting on the limitations of traditional education systems, and the rebellious spirit of young people.

The audience awfully ready and rowdy
Describing a sense of excitement and anticipation in a performance setting.

I meant it if I said it, you get in writing
Stating that something is true and sincere, and offering to make it official.

Got into a science, but write with the lightning
Describing the experience of mastering an art form, and the connection to natural energy.

Like soil, I'm grounded, the seed has just sprouted
Comparing oneself to the essential elements of growth, and describing a sense of rootedness and potential.

Show what you want, show what you want
Encouraging the listener to express their desires and dreams.

Show what you want, show what you want
Repeating the encouragement to the listener.

I just wanna be the plug so my people can eat
Expressing a desire for personal success and the ability to help loved ones and community members.

I just wanna play soccer on rooftops in Tokyo
Describing a personal dream or interest, perhaps inspired by culture or travel.

I just wanna find somewhere I don't gotta put a face on for people no mo'
Expressing a desire for authenticity and personal comfort, without having to cater to others' expectations.

Yours truly, Billy Williams
Signing off and identifying oneself.