Runnin'
Styles P. feat. Tony Yayo & Th Lyrics

Got to live for today cause tomorrow ain't promised to me
I need to live in the moment because I can't be sure of the future

Don't just want a piece I want my whole destiny
I don't want just a small part of success, I want everything that is meant for me

If you got it, I'm gone take it
If there's something I want that someone else has, I won't hesitate to take it

If you're in it, you're coming with me
If I'm pursuing a goal, I expect those around me to also be invested in it

Bench warmers, get no playing time
Those who are passive or not actively pursuing their goals won't see results

No sleeping til I cross the line, I'm running
I won't rest until I've achieved my goals and surpassed them

With 99 miles left, on the Avis rental car
I'm on a journey and I still have a long way to go

Blowing horns like Miles Davis
I'm making noise and attracting attention to myself, just like Miles Davis did with his music

At the pearly gate, God let me in
When I die, I want to be accepted into heaven

Give me a room by Aaliyah with ESPN
I want a luxurious afterlife with my favorite things, including sports on TV

I know I got more sins than two lesbians
I'm aware of my faults and mistakes, and I know they outnumber my good deeds

Been back and forth across the border like Mexicans
I've been through a lot of challenges and struggled to get where I am

But I'm running like New York pedestrians
Despite the obstacles, I'm still trying to move quickly towards my goals

Trying not to scuff my Nike Air checks again
I'm determined to take care of my possessions and not let them get damaged again

It's funny how niggas be the best of friends
It's ironic how close friends can become enemies over romantic relationships

And fall out over pussy and wanna dead they man
People often get angry and violent over romantic partners

One of my niggas in the grave the other one in the pen
One of my friends has died and the other is in prison

She fucking my enemies inside my homeboys Benz
Someone I trusted has betrayed me by sleeping with my enemies

Now she begging God's mercy cause she ain't listen to Nas
The woman who betrayed me is now facing the consequences of her actions and is asking for forgiveness

And never heard about Ike and the Iverson jersey
She didn't learn the lesson of being faithful from examples like the Ike Turner abuse scandal or infidelity rumors surrounding Allen Iverson

He got a cousin named Jayceon that rock the Gary Payton
Her new partner has a cousin named Jayceon who is successful and wealthy

Now the same trifling bitch is a HIV patient, true story
The woman who betrayed me has contracted a serious illness, likely as a result of her reckless behavior

If I get knocked with my gun nigga I'm running
I don't want to get caught with illegal weapons and will flee if necessary

If I catch a murder one nigga I'm running
If I commit murder, I will run away to avoid getting caught

Homicide come around and they keep on coming
The police are persistent in their pursuit of criminals

I ain't Nelly but my Desert Eagle's on girl
I am armed with a Desert Eagle gun, unlike rapper Nelly

Just dropped bail traveling the world
I've posted bail and am now free to travel and escape consequences

When I sign my deal I said fuck jail
I refuse to compromise my freedom and risk jail time

I went on tour to Barcelona and Brazil
I've embarked on a tour, visiting different countries

This shit real fuck an appeal
I'm not interested in appealing legal decisions and would rather focus on my career

D's want my head like that bitch in Kill Bill
The police are actively trying to arrest or capture me

Sling dope sling crack and them E pills
I am involved in drug dealing, including selling heroin, crack cocaine, and ecstasy

That's why I'm on the low like a damn navy seal, I'm running
I'm keeping a low profile, like a Navy Seal, to avoid being detected while on the run

Cause I gotta pack them shows
I need to prioritize my live performances

And Dre told me ain't no coming back from gold
Dr. Dre advised me that achieving great success means there's no going back

So I gotta get my album in place
I need to focus on putting together a good album

My G-Unit features, my Eminem sixteens, my Dr. Dre beats
I am eager to collaborate with other successful artists and producers

And it was two years from today when I started rhyming
I began my music career two years ago today

And took my demo to Suge and he ain't sign me
I tried to get signed by Suge Knight, but he rejected my music

Niggas threatening my life like it's hard to find me
People are threatening my safety and acting like I'm hard to locate

See me shining in the hood like twenty inch Lexanis
People in the neighborhood see my success and wealth, as represented by my expensive rims

My mom said I'm hard head, I don't follow the rules
My mother has criticized me for being stubborn and not adhering to societal norms

Why should I when Reebok giving niggas they own shoes
Why should I conform to traditional expectations when I can create my own brand and success?

And I'm dealing with the same problems 50 Cent got
I am facing similar struggles and obstacles to fellow rapper 50 Cent

Yayo in jail and they think I'm trying to take his spot
My friend Tony Yayo is in prison and people are accusing me of trying to fill his position as a member of G-Unit

I'm in the studio laughing at Chris Rock
I am enjoying myself while working hard on music production, even finding humor in the process

Then I turn on MTV and see Soulja Slim shot
Despite my own struggles, I am aware of the tragedies and violence that plague the music industry

And niggas trying to gun me down in the rim shop
People are actively attempting to harm me, even in public settings such as an automobile store

Cause I just want the same recognition that the Crips got
I am striving for the same level of success and notoriety as notorious gang the Crips

They say I'm the next in line and if I get shot
Many believe I am on the path to becoming a successful, influential artist, but also face danger

Then I go out as the Bobby Fischer of hip hop
If I die, I want to be remembered as an innovative and talented artist, similar to great chess player Bobby Fischer

Make your chest move, Sylvia Rome and Kevin Lyle slept cool
I am confident in my ability to make moves and decisions that will benefit me and my career

Jimmy Iovine was the best move
My decision to work with music executive Jimmy Iovine was a smart and beneficial one