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Potential
SonReal Lyrics
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I wanna stop bitchin' 'bout what's inside for ya
I wanna change my ways, I wanna turn the page
I wanna write it better, take time and recite it better
'Cause all my strength and all my mind
But I could never turn back the hands of time
And I know that shit but it's haunting me
I ain't cool with it
Struggle, nah nah nah, I ain't new to it
Perfect, yeah, I guess we all assuming it
So I say, well I say, well I say, well I say
I'm gonna grind for ya, I'ma shine for ya
Go walk that line for ya
Been searching, I'ma find it for ya
We gonna see the day when we won't be afraid
To show our true potential
I just wanna show my true potential
I ain't cool with it
Struggle
Nah nah nah, I ain't new to it
Perfect, yeah I guess we all assuming it
And I'ma ride for ya, like it's my last moment to say
That I'm alive for ya, die for ya
Try for ya like that old song we play
I got something for you, my friend, hey
I got something for you, my friend, hey
I ain't talking bout credentials, I'm talking bout potential
I'm talking about moving you, hey
'Cause all my strength and all my mind
But I could never turn back the hands of time
And I know that shit but it's haunting me
This is how it's gotta be
Oh, I ain't cool with it
Struggle, nah nah nah, I ain't new to it
Perfect, yeah, I guess we all assuming it
So I say, well I say, well I say, well I say
I'm gonna grind for ya, I'ma shine for ya
Go walk that line for ya
Been searching, I'ma find it for ya
We gonna see the day when we won't be afraid
To show our true potential
I just wanna show my true potential
Hold back, hold back
We can fight but we ain't winning anymore
So run that, run that
Let's just live it like we ain't living anymore like
Who cares what they say, they don't know 'bout us
Call my ass crazy, I'll still be shining
I'm gonna grind for ya, I'ma shine for ya
Go walk that line for ya
Been searching, I'ma find it for ya
We gonna see the day when we won't be afraid
To show our true potential
I just wanna show my true potential
The song "Potential" by SonReal is about striving to be the best version of oneself and unlocking one's true potential. The lyrics convey a message of self-motivation and determination while overcoming setbacks and struggles. The opening lines of the song, "I wanna live for ya, I wanna try for ya," express the artist's desire to work hard and overcome personal challenges. He acknowledges that he has made mistakes in the past but wants to improve himself and take control of his life. The line "We gonna see the day when we won't be afraid to show our true potential" emphasizes the importance of embracing one's unique talents and abilities.
The chorus of the song, "I'm gonna grind for ya, I'ma shine for ya, Go walk that line for ya, Been searching, I'ma find it for ya," reinforces the message of hard work and dedication. The artist is willing to put in the effort to achieve his goals and shine as an individual. The repeating line "Struggle, nah nah nah, I ain't new to it" acknowledges that overcoming obstacles is not an unfamiliar concept to him, emphasizing his resilience.
Overall, "Potential" is a motivational anthem about the importance of striving for greatness and embracing one's unique qualities.
Line by Line Meaning
I wanna live for ya, I wanna try for ya
I want to dedicate my life to you and make an effort to improve for you
I wanna stop bitchin' 'bout what's inside for ya
I want to stop complaining about my flaws and work on fixing them for you
I wanna change my ways, I wanna turn the page
I want to change my behavior and start fresh with a new mindset
I wanna write it better, take time and recite it better
I want to improve my communication skills and express myself better
But I could never turn back the hands of time
I cannot change the past and its effects on my present
And I know that shit but it's haunting me
I am aware of this fact, but it continues to bother me
This is how it's gotta be
This is the reality I have to accept
I ain't cool with it
I am not okay with accepting this situation
Struggle, nah nah nah, I ain't new to it
I am familiar with the difficulties and obstacles that come with this struggle
Perfect, yeah, I guess we all assuming it
We all assume that perfection is attainable, but it is not
I'm gonna grind for ya, I'ma shine for ya
I am going to work hard for you and achieve success to make you proud
Go walk that line for ya
I am willing to take risks and step outside my comfort zone to achieve greatness for you
Been searching, I'ma find it for ya
I have been searching for my purpose and will find it to make a positive impact on your life
We gonna see the day when we won't be afraid
One day, we will not be afraid to show our true selves and potential
To show our true potential
To reveal our true abilities and make a difference in the world
And I'ma ride for ya, like it's my last moment to say
I will support you fully and act as if every moment with you may be our last
That I'm alive for ya, die for ya
I am here to live for you and will even sacrifice my life for you if necessary
Try for ya like that old song we play
I will make an effort for you just like an old song we both love
I got something for you, my friend, hey
I have something special to offer you, my friend
I ain't talking bout credentials, I'm talking bout potential
I am not discussing my past achievements, but rather my untapped abilities
I'm talking about moving you, hey
I want to inspire and motivate you to reach your own potential
We can fight but we ain't winning anymore
We can struggle and resist, but it will not lead us to victory
So run that, run that
Let's forget the fight and live life to the fullest
Let's just live it like we ain't living anymore like
Let's enjoy life as if every moment is our last
Who cares what they say, they don't know 'bout us
We should not care about others opinions, as they do not understand us like we do
Call my ass crazy, I'll still be shining
Even if people think I am crazy, I will still persevere and succeed
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Aaron Hoffman, Alex Lustig, Nathaniel Motte
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
MarkDaBlueShark
I wanna live for ya
I wanna try for ya
I wanna stop bitchin'
'Bout what's inside for ya
I wanna change my ways
I wanna turn the page
I wanna write it better
Take time to recite it better
Use all my strength and all my mind
But I could never turn back the hands of time
And I know that shit but it's haunting me
This is how it's gotta be
I ain't cool with it, struggle
Nah nah nah I ain't new to it
Perfect, yeah I guess we all assuming it
That's why I say, why I say, why I say
I'm gonna grind for ya
Imma shine for ya
Go walk that line for ya
Been searching Imma find it for ya
We gonna see that day
When we won't be afraid
To show our true potential
I just wanna show my true potential
I ain't cool with it, struggle
Nah nah nah I ain't new to it
Perfect, yeah I guess we all assuming it
And Imma ride for ya
Like it's my last moment to say
That I'm alive for ya, die for ya, try for ya
Like that old song we play
I got something for you my friend, hey
I got something for you my friend, hey
I ain't talking 'bout credentials
I'm talking 'bout potential
I'm talking 'bout moving you, hey
Use all my strength and all my mind
But I could never turn back the hands of time
And I know that shit but it's haunting me
This is how it's gotta be
Ooh, I ain't cool with it, struggle
Nah nah nah I ain't new to it
Perfect, yeah I guess we all assuming it
That's why I say, why I say, why I say, why I say
I'm gonna grind for ya
Imma shine for ya
Go walk that line for ya
Been searching Imma find it for ya
We gonna see that day
When we won't be afraid
To show our true potential
I just wanna show my true potential
Hold back, hold back
We can fight but we ain't winning anymore
Run that, run that
Let's just live it like we ain't living the more life
Who cares what they say, they don't know 'bout us
Call my ass crazy, I'll still be shining
I'm gonna grind for ya
Imma shine for ya
Go walk that line for ya
Been searching Imma find it for ya
We gonna see that day
When we won't be afraid
To show our true potential
I just wanna show my true potential
IJustAm
good thing about sonreal is hes one of those artists that doesn't release for a while but when he does, he never disappoints
Patrick Flanigan
The biggest crime in modern hip hop is that this man is not a household name. Catchy hook, poetic lyrics, and incredible visuals. Well done.
ballinthavx
Beat goes hard. Lyrics are good, shows your growth as an artist. Keep doing what your doing it's not going unnoticed.
SonReal
thanks bruh, we got more coming...
Jim Shelby
10 year anniversary of me and the wife today. Bro... your music is magic and collects so much in so few words. Thank you for the words to my wife that I could never think of myself. Keep up the grind, you're amazing.
Ryan Mathis
Still spreading and loving your music Sonny! Stay up brother!
Amber Pruitt
Man he deserves so much more recognition than what he was. Keep killing it! You're one of my fav rappers
XBX
This guy is pure talent...
Blazing Komet
Not sure what it is, but there's not many things that make me happier than a musician continually doing what they love and releasing/working on more music. Love it!
D Burris
SonReal always keepin it real. love every single song he's made