Black THougHts
ScHoolboy Q Lyrics

Pissy sofas, sharin' food with roaches, uh
Growing up in poverty, living in a dirty and uncomfortable environment, surrounded by pests.

I'm gangsta, Crip, my poppa was a bitch
Identifying as a gang member and showing loyalty to the Crip gang, while expressing resentment towards his father.

Left me where hopeless don't exist
His father abandoned him in a situation where there was no hope or opportunity for improvement.

And every neighbor got a fence
Living in a neighborhood where people are isolated and separated from each other.

With bars and windows, my mom's slavin' for the rent
His mother working hard just to afford the basic necessities, feeling trapped and confined in their living conditions.

Throwin' dices, GT dyno pool
Engaging in risky activities, gambling and participating in gang-related games.

Where you hang, we shootin'
Violence is prevalent in the areas where gang members gather and hang out.

You slip, we stiffin'
If someone makes a mistake or shows weakness, they will be taken advantage of or harmed by the gang.

Creative Crippin', uh
Finding creative ways to represent and express loyalty to the Crip gang.

Bitches stoppin' traffic
Attractive women getting attention and causing distractions.

This the type of shit that make the MAC a classic
Engaging in dangerous and criminal activities that contribute to the reputation and allure surrounding gang life.

Reason I'm a pussy magnet
His involvement in gang culture and the perceived power that comes with it attracts women.

She learned to carry package
Referring to a woman who has learned to transport and distribute drugs.

Been the best at rappin', uh
Asserting his skills and talent as a rapper, claiming to be one of the best.

Am I this Vegas?
Questioning if his flashy and extravagant lifestyle is similar to the allure and illusion of Las Vegas.

Your favorite rapper broke, he don't get this paper
Comparing himself to other popular rappers who are not financially successful.

But claim he got a kilo, been born in '93 though
Nonetheless, these rappers claim to be involved in drug trafficking, even though they were born in 1993, suggesting they may not have the experience or credibility they claim.

He tryna fool the people
Accusing these rappers of attempting to deceive their audience.

The joke's on you, mothafucka
The person being deceived is the one who will ultimately suffer the consequences or be ridiculed.

The loc is on you, mothafucka
The Crip gang member is targeting and focusing on the person being deceived.

I warned you, it's karma
He warned them about the consequences that will come their way, emphasizing the concept of karma.

Black thoughts and marijuana, it's karma
Reflecting on negative thoughts and the use of marijuana, recognizing that their actions will have consequences in the form of karma.

Ain't nothin' changed but the change
Despite some superficial changes, the underlying issues and problems remain the same.

Let's put our brains away from gangs
Encouraging a shift in mentality away from gang affiliation.

Crips and Bloods the old and new slaves
Comparing the members of Crip and Blood gangs to historical slaves, suggesting that they are trapped in a cycle of violence and oppression.

Shit we even changed our names
The gang members have even changed their names to adopt new identities within their respective gangs.

Trying something, new shame while we bang
Despite feeling a sense of shame, they continue to engage in gang-related activities.

But yo, y'all ain't hearin' me
Feeling frustrated that his message is not being understood or taken seriously.

My homie facin' life, told me that my pride my biggest enemy
A friend who is facing a long prison sentence has advised him that his own pride is his biggest obstacle.

But you keep your eyes in that dark
Continually remaining oblivious to or intentionally ignoring the troubles and challenges around them.

Your mind, it greys your heart
Allowing negative thoughts and experiences to darken and affect one's emotions and outlook on life.

I wrote these rhymes days apart
Reflecting on the timeline in which these lyrics were written, suggesting growth and change in his perspective over time.

Most of us caught before we can expand our thoughts
Many gang members are arrested or face obstacles that prevent them from exploring and developing their intellectual potential.

How your grandmother see your corpse?
Questioning the devastating impact of gang violence on family members, particularly considering the pain and grief it would cause his grandmother.

How your big homie make your life a book?
Expressing the disappointment and betrayal felt when someone considered a mentor or leader in the gang exposes and exploits their life story for personal gain.

Left you for dead cause he ain't need you, right
Being abandoned and left to face danger or harm by someone who no longer perceives any value or use for them.

But I'm gon' fade him, right
Promising to retaliate or seek revenge against the person who betrayed him.

Let's put the rags down and raise our kids
Advocating for gang members to abandon their gang affiliations and prioritize the well-being and upbringing of their children.

Let's put the guns down and blaze a spliff
Encouraging the cessation of violence and instead resorting to smoking marijuana as a more peaceful means of relaxation.

Let's do it now, ain't no buts or ifs
Urging immediate action without any hesitations or excuses.

It took a Blood to get me Pringle chips
Acknowledging that a rival Blood gang member indirectly helped him achieve personal success and material wealth.

You can learn to fly or take the ladder
Presenting two choices for personal growth: learning to soar and excel in life, or gradually climbing the ladder of success.

Real nigga shit, all lives matter, both sides
Asserting the importance of acknowledging the value and equality of every individual, while recognizing the complexities and struggles faced by both sides of the gang divide.

Man
A colloquial term used to emphasize or conclude the previous statements.