World
Solomon Childs Lyrics
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Some of you are thinking you won't fight
Some that you can't fight
They all they say that, until they aren't there...
Thrust this into another man's flesh
And they will applaud and love you for that
You... you may begin to love them, for that
Ultimately, we're all dead men
I need this to be big, you know, big, come on)
(Chorus: Solomon Childs)
I dedicate this to the souls
Who ain't never gonna get a chance to shine
Who got gut down try'nna climb
Who knows, maybe it wasn't your time
Who knows, maybe you needed more time
And if so, show me a sign
Cuz I'm still a part of this cold world
And gotta hold mine
(Solomon Childs)
Twenty three hour of one main, locked down
Vietnamese Contra with the four pound
Bing monster, time to lay you muthafuckers down
I'm living with the snakes, crocodiles
Intense like when a jaguar growls
Staten Island Finest, you cowards will now bow
And keep quiet, niggaz gonna have to pay me off
Or risk being exposed, you soft
A young general walks, I'm the new Marlon Brando
Red rag tied around my head like Rambo
West Brighton, New York City Commando
Institutionalized, wild cowboy, steel tip boots
Can't stop eating Oriental soups
Lyrically potency, that cause all kinds of larceny
Caesars, I throw a book in his mouth
Stop shaking, made 'em believers
(Chorus)
(Solomon Childs)
Thundering, rumbling, gangsta music that's comforting
Neighborhood world wars, with pipes, knives and 2 by 4's
Snitches, swallow in the hood, bitches, swallowing in the hood
Semi automatics for sale, holla if you good
My pedigree be military cargo
I'm try'nna see money like Oprah Winfrey and Harpo
Eastside, with Jahmoo and Franko
Hear the emotion, act up, get ya legs tied up
With bricks, floating at the bottom of the ocean
Boulevard, poetry in the motions
This is death with it's eyes open
This is raw coke, with your nose open
Eastside, nigga
(Chorus 2X)
In Solomon Childs's song "World," he opens with a sample from the movie Gladiator, setting a tone of battle and struggle. He speaks to those who have been cut down before they could ever shine, who may not have had their chance to succeed, and those who wonder if it just wasn't their time. He expresses that he, too, is a part of this "cold world" and must fight to hold his own.
The first verse is an intense portrayal of life in prison, where he is locked down for 23 hours a day with the threat of violence ever-present. He compares himself to an animal in his intensity, feeling as though he lives among snakes and crocodiles. He asserts his dominance over those who would challenge him and speaks of his own institutionalization. The sense of danger and untamed energy is palpable in his lyrics, making it clear that he lives on the edge of society.
The second verse describes the war-like environment of his neighborhood, where people fight with whatever weapons they can find. He speaks of the hierarchy of power, with snitches and weak women at the bottom and those with money and influence at the top. Solomon Childs sees himself as someone who can rise to the top, aiming for wealth and success like Oprah Winfrey. He emphasizes once again the violence and danger that is inherent in his world.
Line by Line Meaning
Some of you are thinking you won't fight
Some may doubt their own ability to fight, but may change their minds when confronted with situation.
Some that you can't fight
Some may believe that they are not capable of fighting, but may surprise themselves when the situation calls for it.
They all they say that, until they aren't there...
People often make claims about themselves until they are tested by real events.
Thrust this into another man's flesh
Violence can earn respect from others.
And they will applaud and love you for that
Others may appreciate your violent actions when it is seen as justified.
You... you may begin to love them, for that
You may start to appreciate the people who appreciate your violent actions.
Ultimately, we're all dead men
Death is inevitable for everyone.
I dedicate this to the souls
This song is dedicated to those who never got a chance to succeed in life.
Who ain't never gonna get a chance to shine
Those who will never have a chance to succeed.
Who got gut down try'nna climb
Those who were not able to achieve their goals and were shot down because of it.
Who knows, maybe it wasn't your time
Perhaps things didn't work out because it wasn't the right time yet.
And if so, show me a sign
If it wasn't the right time yet, then give me a sign to let me know when it is.
Cuz I'm still a part of this cold world
Because I still live in this harsh reality.
And gotta hold mine
I have to protect myself and what's mine.
Thundering, rumbling, gangsta music that's comforting
Gangsta music can be comforting and give a sense of belonging.
Neighborhood world wars, with pipes, knives and 2 by 4's
Violent conflicts that occur within the neighborhood.
Snitches, swallow in the hood, bitches, swallowing in the hood
People who betray their friends and neighbors, and those who engage in sexual acts for drugs.
Semi automatics for sale, holla if you good
Weapons are readily available for purchase in this environment.
My pedigree be military cargo
I come from a long line of military veterans.
I'm try'nna see money like Oprah Winfrey and Harpo
I aspire to achieve great wealth like Oprah and Harpo Winfrey.
This is raw coke, with your nose open
This is pure, uncut cocaine that can be addictive and destructive.
Eastside, nigga
Referring to his home neighborhood in Staten Island, New York.
Contributed by Annabelle H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.