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Scarface feat. Nas Lyrics

Circumstances are like my first fight I lost
My life experiences have taught me valuable lessons, just like the first fight I lost.

It was swinging, my arms bugging, adrenaline pumping
The fight was intense and I was filled with adrenaline.

Oh shit, this little nigga's thugging
I underestimated my opponent and was caught off-guard.

I mean, I was thirteen, I was nursing a knot on my face
I was young and inexperienced, and ended up getting hurt.

But chose another time and a place
I learned from my mistake and decided to be smarter about choosing my battles.

That I would avenge my last fight cuz the same shit
I decided to seek revenge for my previous loss.

Ain't gonna happen that just happened last night
I wouldn't let the same thing happen to me again.

Knuckle game changed quicker than lightning
I learned to be fast and agile in fights.

Hit 'em or slice 'em
I realized that I had to be ruthless to win fights.

Either stick 'em or blast pipes, it's the fastlife
I adapted to the fast-paced and dangerous lifestyle of the streets.

I try to give another nigga advice, shoot dice
I try to help others but also enjoy risky activities like gambling.

Do plenty of shit cause this life, how many you get?
I believe in living life to the fullest because it can be short and unpredictable.

How many niggas do you know get two?
How many people do you know who get two lives to live?

Besides a nigga who snitch to skip a life-bid, be one a' your crew
The only person who gets a second chance is someone who snitches on their crew to avoid punishment.

I don't respect killers, I respect O.G. knowledge
I don't respect those who kill for no reason, but I respect those who have wisdom.

Codes of the streets got new rules, but no guidance
The rules of the streets have changed but there is no one to guide us.

Lessons, detrimental to a young disciple
The lessons young people learn on the streets can be harmful.

Focus, take care of your brothers, niggas do as I do
Focus on taking care of your friends and family, and lead by example.

Keep your enemies close, where they can see you
Keep your enemies close so you can keep an eye on them.

It's not your enemy who get you
Often, it's the people closest to you who betray you.

It's always your own people
You should be most cautious of those who are closest to you.

Mass confusion, in my head
I'm feeling confused and overwhelmed.

Killing me, driving me mad
The stress and confusion is taking a toll on me.

Got me wondering, can I trust my friends?
I'm starting to question whether I can trust the people around me.

Cuz they stick me in my back every chance they get
Because they betray me at every opportunity.

Am I paranoid? and if that's the case
Am I overly suspicious? If so,

Is it curable? Can you help me find my place?
Can I do anything about it? Can you help me find my purpose?

I can't handle this, I'm losing it
I am feeling overwhelmed and unstable.

With a loose grip I'm hanging on to emptiness
I'm barely holding on to anything concrete.

Help your brother, save him from the
Help your friends and family,

Evil demons in between us, came between us
The negative influences and actions that tear us apart.

I know you hate me, don't you
I'm aware that some people dislike me.

I bet you sit and wish my time never came
Some people wish I had never succeeded or become famous.

You probably rather see me die in the game
Some people would rather see me fail or suffer than succeed.

You probably rather see me die in a plane
Some people would even prefer to see me die.

Well ya'll see me up on top of my dough
But despite the challenges and threats, I've achieved financial success.

I get my money shit changed
But this has changed my relationships with some people.

And niggas start looking at me different than this
Some people see me differently now that I have money and status.

And downplay the real nigga shit to get with a bitch
Some people will betray their true principles to impress someone they're attracted to.

But I'mma tell a motherfucker like this
But I won't compromise my values.

You only good as what you come up against
Your true strength is only tested when faced with adversity.

Nigga you get what you get
You will receive the consequences of your actions.

Sure the grass is greener on the other side of the fence
The possibilities of other opportunities often seem more appealing.

But any attempts and you gonna need the guy in the trench
But pursuing those opportunities will require determination and support from others in the same position.

I'ma starter while you riding the bench
I'm taking the lead while others wait for opportunities.

You saying you a player, well I'm the one designing your prints
Others may call themselves players, but I'm the one in control and creating the rules.

Something to go by, to let these niggas know I
I'm establishing the standards to show others how to succeed.

Don't believe in letting shit slide, nigga gonna die
I don't tolerate disrespect and will take action to protect my reputation.

Best friends since high school seniors
We've been close friends since high school.

Where the homeboys are meaner
Where the streets are more dangerous and ruthless.

But let the bullshit come between us
But we allowed the negative influences and conflicts to damage our friendship.