Downtown
SheedTs Lyrics
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Left hand member all the times where we slept in
Bae I still remember when we used to go to Chester and
You focusing on school and it had only made me less than
Less than a man but I ainโฒt under it I'm steppinโฒ
Best in demand, stretch with the hand
Worried bout no losses I'm just sticking to the plan
You say a loss make a loser, I say a loss make a man
If you only win then how you know the difference in the sand
Could be standing on gold or standing on a jam
Only stand to lift my brothers up
Not standing on a man
Ima diamond in the rough with emphasis on that last part
But she don't see it like I do thatโฒs why I gotta glass heart
Wonder why she folded, shoulda known we had fast start
Lose em how you get em and I got her from a bad spot
The way Iโฒm making updates in my life it's like a laptop
Closed shut
I was writing raps inside the crack spot
Money Making Mitch I woulda sent Ace to the glass top
But instead Iโฒm trappin' out that black top
Downtown, Iโฒm downtown baby
Downtown, I'm downtown baby
Downtown, Iโฒm downtown baby
Downtown, downtown
Downtown, I'm downtown baby
Downtown, I'm downtown baby
Downtown, Iโฒm downtown baby
Downtown, downtown
Can you look me in the face and tell me that you with it
Man, Iโฒm thanking God the shit I did it really made me different
I had a decision that I chose to make and go on with it
Now these niggas lookin at me different, tellin' me Iโฒm trippin
I forgot to mention shit that niggas did to make me distant
Now I'm lookin at my past like, "Fuck it if you niggas with โฒem"
Dump it, please come get 'em
Shots fillinโฒ up his liver
Make a nigga Harlem Shake
Goin' hard jus like I'm Jigga
Iโฒm still in the trenches tho but I got dreams of living bigger
Lately it been hard to smile, at least Iโฒm gettin' my pockets bigger
Shit, at least Iโฒm gettin' my pockets bigger, uh huh yeah
Bad bitches after bad bitches at the party
Iโฒm tryn run it up cuz where I'm from they do it hardly
Pretty bitch, she gotta smile she on cam like iCarly
I taught my white boy how to shoot, this 4 pound it hit gnarly
Downtown, Iโฒm downtown baby
Downtown, I'm downtown baby
Downtown, I'm downtown baby
Downtown, downtown
Downtown, Iโฒm downtown baby
Downtown, Iโฒm downtown baby
Downtown, I'm downtown baby
Downtown, downtown
In SheedTs's song "Downtown," the lyrics paint a picture of a challenging past and the determination to rise above it. The opening lines, "Ruins in the bottle with the bottle in my left hand, left hand member all the times where we slept in," suggest a sense of escapism through drinking alcohol, possibly as a way to cope with difficult memories. The reference to Chester and the focus on school hint at a relationship where one person prioritizes education while the other feels left behind. This creates a sense of personal inadequacy, as seen in the line "You focusing on school and it had only made me less than less than a man."
Despite these insecurities, the singer maintains a resilience and determination to succeed. They assert their worth and ambition, stating, "Best in demand, stretch with the hand, worried bout no losses I'm just sticking to the plan." The lyric "a loss make a man" suggests that setbacks and failures can ultimately contribute to personal growth. The singer refuses to stand on others to elevate themselves, emphasizing the importance of supporting their brothers rather than exploiting or stepping on others.
The second verse reflects on the singer's self-perception, describing themselves as a "diamond in the rough" with a sensitive heart. They express frustration with a past relationship that ended prematurely, questioning why it folded so easily despite a promising start. The reference to writing raps in a "crack spot" highlights a challenging environment, reinforcing the theme of overcoming adversity. The use of metaphors like "trappin' out that black top" suggests the singer's determination to succeed in their chosen path, even if it's different from what society might expect.
Overall, "Downtown" captures the struggles, self-reflection, and determination to rise above difficult circumstances. It conveys a message of personal growth and resilience, as well as the importance of staying true to oneself and supporting others.
Line by Line Meaning
Ruins in the bottle with the bottle in my left hand
Memories of past mistakes and regrets represented by the empty bottle that still haunts me
Left hand member all the times where we slept in
Remembrance of the times we spent together, filled with comfort and intimacy
Bae I still remember when we used to go to Chester and
Darling, I reminisce about our trips to Chester, a place that holds sentimental value
You focusing on school and it had only made me less than
Your dedication to education made me feel inadequate and left behind
Less than a man but I ain't under it I'm steppin'
Despite feeling diminished, I refuse to dwell on it and choose to move forward confidently
Best in demand, stretch with the hand
I strive to be the best and extend a helping hand to those in need
Worried bout no losses I'm just sticking to the plan
I am not concerned about setbacks; I remain focused on my goals and stick to my predetermined path
You say a loss make a loser, I say a loss make a man
While you believe that a loss signifies defeat, I believe it builds character and resilience
Stick to the plan
Continue to follow the established plan and stay committed
If you only win then how you know the difference in the sand
Without experiencing losses, how can you truly appreciate the contrast between success and failure
Could be standing on gold or standing on a jam
One must recognize that they could be at either the height of success or facing a difficult situation
Only stand to lift my brothers up
My sole purpose is to support and uplift my fellow brothers
Not standing on a man
I am not exploiting or taking advantage of others for personal gain
Ima diamond in the rough with emphasis on that last part
I am an individual with exceptional potential, particularly highlighting the part that makes me unique
But she don't see it like I do that's why I gotta glass heart
She fails to perceive my true worth, which leads me to have a fragile and vulnerable heart
Wonder why she folded, shoulda known we had fast start
I question why she abandoned us, disregarding the promising beginning we had together
Lose em how you get em and I got her from a bad spot
I acquired her when she was in a negative situation, only to lose her the same way
The way I'm making updates in my life it's like a laptop
I am constantly making changes and improvements in my life, akin to upgrading a laptop's performance
Closed shut
Sealed off and protected
I was writing raps inside the crack spot
In the midst of a dangerous environment, I found solace and creativity in writing rap lyrics
Money Making Mitch I woulda sent Ace to the glass top
If I were in a position of power and influence, I would have protected my accomplice by eliminating any threats
But instead I'm trappin' out that black top
However, my current circumstances force me to engage in illegal activities on the streets
Can you look me in the face and tell me that you with it
Can you honestly confront me and express your full commitment and loyalty
Man, I'm thanking God the shit I did it really made me different
I am grateful to God for the choices I made, as they have shaped me into a unique individual
I had a decision that I chose to make and go on with it
I made a conscious choice and decided to proceed with the path I selected
Now these niggas lookin at me different, tellin' me I'm trippin
Now people view me in a changed light, accusing me of being paranoid or delusional
I forgot to mention shit that niggas did to make me distant
I neglected to mention the actions of certain individuals that caused me to distance myself
Now I'm lookin at my past like, 'Fuck it if you niggas with โฒem'
Now, when reflecting on my past, I no longer care about the company of those people
Dump it, please come get 'em
Dispose of those negative influences in my life, I request someone to remove them
Shots fillin' up his liver
Gunshots are causing severe damage to someone's liver
Make a nigga Harlem Shake
The impact of the shots causes someone to convulse and shake violently
Goin' hard just like I'm Jigga
I am putting in maximum effort and dedication, similar to the rapper Jay-Z (Jigga)
I'm still in the trenches tho but I got dreams of living bigger
I am still in difficult and challenging circumstances, but I hold aspirations of achieving a greater life
Lately it been hard to smile, at least I'm gettin' my pockets bigger
Recently, finding happiness has been a struggle, but at least I am experiencing financial growth
Bad bitches after bad bitches at the party
A multitude of attractive women are seeking attention and companionship at the gathering
I'm tryn run it up cuz where I'm from they do it hardly
I am attempting to elevate my status and earn more money because in my hometown, it is challenging to achieve financial success
Pretty bitch, she gotta smile she on cam like iCarly
A beautiful woman with an enchanting smile, she appears on camera reminiscent of the television show iCarly
I taught my white boy how to shoot, this 4 pound it hit gnarly
I educated my Caucasian friend on how to handle a firearm, and when fired, it has a powerful and impressive impact
Downtown, I'm downtown baby
I am located in the lower part of the city, immersed in the urban lifestyle
Downtown, downtown
The central area of the city, bustling with activity and culture
Writer(s): Darryl Clemons, Thomas Horton, Quine Darrius, Rasheed Rose
Contributed by Xavier G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Claira-mm7np
SheedTs is so dope. I can't stop watching this track again and again. I am sure he will be #1 soon due to ๐ a u t h e n t I c v i e w s ๐
@durknjoroge
SheedTS why yall sleeping on this hit should be on the chats
@lashonames1419
Deadass
@michaelwilson9223
Downtown downtown baby ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ
@thestylishblogger1624
This song go so hard I been playing on repeat since it dropped yesterday!!! โคโ๐ฅ
@blickyy9922
Ayoo that you ayiza๐ค
@kobeen
Been On Repeat All Day !!!
@dallashohney400
๐ฅup next
@twinsp2551
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@Ty_105
Sheed up next ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐๐๐๐๐ this one wavy