Shove It
Santigold Lyrics

Brooklyn we go hard
We are determined and working hard to achieve success in Brooklyn.

We on the look for the advantage, we work hard
We are constantly seeking ways to get ahead and we are putting in a lot of effort to achieve our goals.

And if we seem to rough it up a bit
We may appear to be struggling or facing challenges along the way.

We broke but we rich at heart
Despite being financially struggling, we are content with what we have and feel rich in spirit.

Pull ourselves up now we won't choke
We are determined to persevere and will not be held back by obstacles or setbacks.

It's our time, put the lights on us
We are ready to shine and be noticed for our hard work and achievements.

War tactics they make me sick
We disapprove of the tactics used in certain situations, particularly those with conflict or competition.

Reel your heart in run away with it
Don't let others undermine your emotional or spiritual well-being; follow your heart and intuition instead.

Smile in your face, undermine your back
Some people may pretend to be friendly but are actually working against you.

Got guns for the strength they lack
Some people rely on weapons or other forms of intimidation because they lack inner strength or resources to succeed.

So if you know another way
If there is a better approach to a situation or problem,

You can't look the other way
You cannot ignore or avoid addressing the issue.

Tell them so right to their face
Confront the person or people involved directly and honestly.

We think you're a joke
We do not take the person or issue seriously and view it as foolish.

Shove your hope where it don't shine
We do not value or support the views or goals of the other person and urge them to go elsewhere with their ideas.

I pay for what's called
I am willing to invest in something called

Eccentricity and my will to evolve
Innovation and personal growth are important to me, and I am willing to pay the price for it.

I hear them all say
I am aware of what others are saying and thinking.

That I got heart
They acknowledge that I am passionate and committed to my pursuits.

But not everything that it takes
But they also recognize that being successful requires more than just passion alone.

Taint my mind but not my soul
I will maintain my spirit and values despite any negative influences or external pressures.

Tell you I got fire
I am confident in my abilities and motivation.

I won't sell it for no payroll
I will not compromise my principles or goals for a salary or financial gain.

Let 'em hold me down
Others may try to suppress or undermine me,

I know if I know another way
But if there is a better approach or solution,

I can't look the other way
I cannot avoid or ignore the issue.

I know another way
I will speak up and suggest an alternative approach or solution.

Entirely, totally
Completely and fully,

Bring it all together, I want everything
We want to bring our goals and ideas into fruition and achieve success in every aspect of our lives.

If it's in, this feels like hot gossip
If we are successful, it will be the talk of the town and people will take notice.

Demand a recount, we poor folks
If there is any doubt or opposition to our success, we will demand a fair review and seek justice.

Waiting on a trickle with your hands out
We will not wait around and depend on others for success. We will work hard and earn it ourselves.

I got a life that you can call it luck
It may seem like our success is due to chance or fortune,

Because it wasn't due to you
But it is not because of anyone else's influence or support.

Don't mean I ain't paying dues, you stupid fuck
This does not mean we did not work hard and suffer through challenges and struggles to achieve success- so do not underestimate the work we have done.

I'm on the mind for reaching things that you can't
We have big goals and aspirations that others may not understand or have the drive to achieve.

Just know I'm doing something you ain't
We are working towards something unique and special that others may not be brave enough to pursue.

Simple and plain
In summary, our goals and intentions are clear and straightforward.