House of Blues
Sunz of Man Lyrics

Yo, I speak the truth (Preach it Prodigal!)
I am honest and will tell you how it is.

Let it be known
Understand and acknowledge what I am saying.

there's no seekers in the game
No one is truly searching for a better life or meaning in this world.

No seekers in life
People are not actively seeking out purpose or fulfillment in their lives.

You can't see all the shit we go through Paid my dues, my baby boy needs some new shoes
We face many difficulties and struggles in life that are often unseen, but we continue to persevere for the sake of our loved ones.

A pure example of an unjust world glamorous is, stupid men
This world is unjust, even though it appears beautiful and attractive to some.

Women simple minds, foolish at times
Society tends to underestimate and undervalue women's intelligence and capabilities.

but in the hood, we strive to stay alive
Despite the challenges we face, we work hard to survive in our communities.

nickle and dime, read through the riddles and signs
We work hard, paying attention to every detail, to make ends meet.

Avoid crime, the best way I can
I do my best to stay out of trouble and not resort to criminal activities.

It's hard being a black man
The color of my skin can sometimes make life more difficult for me.

See every hand is against my head, you understand
It feels like the world is against me and trying to hold me back.

I speak from my hungry mouth, gun in my crouch
I speak from a place of hunger, both literally and metaphorically, with a weapon for self-defense.

Bloody tears, so many faces died through the years
I have shed many tears over the countless lives lost over time.

Question myself "Where do I go from here?"
I am unsure of my future and what path I should take.

Do I take it all, escape from hell, disappear?
Should I give up and run away from my problems?

It be the glare of a living legend, I got a son, seven Brother Jamal seven, I plan to give him heaven
I am inspired by successful people and want to provide the best life possible for my son and nephew.

I died for his blessings, God, I learned my lesson Made the devil burn in my presence
I have made sacrifices for my family's well-being and defeated my demons.

I made my daughter speak ebony essence From the tree of life, aiyo, we free tonight
I have instilled a sense of pride and confidence in my daughter's identity as a Black person, and tonight we celebrate our freedom.

I hope why'all people see the light
I hope others recognize the struggles we face and push for change.

Political, critical times, unforgettable minds
We are living in a time of political and social unrest that will not be forgotten.

Through the cold nights and rainy dayz, the sun still shines
Even during difficult times, there is still hope and positivity.

Memories of my deceased fam, rest in peace
I hold dear memories of loved ones who have passed away.

But a release from green, flash, remedy for stress relief
Drugs can provide a temporary escape from the struggles of life, but are not a real solution.

Fresh like a thief in the jungle eat amongst the humble, keep the numbers all in them bundles
We strive to succeed and support our community, while also being cautious and keeping our resources secure.

I gotta, gotta secure my family School my son, my nephew, the man he claim to be
My priority is to ensure the safety and success of my family, and to guide the young men in my life to become responsible adults.

Modern-day segregation, in these streets we roam
Society is still highly segregated, and we are forced to navigate these environments.

Heart-breakin', to see my brother die by the face of the chrome
It is painful to witness the senseless violence and loss of life in our communities caused by guns.

My ace be leasin' up-state, doin' seven bones Heard my cousin Kasheen, we soon be home
My friend is serving time in prison, and I am hopeful for his release, as well as for my cousin's return.

Put 'em on, let 'em know we got no time for wrong
We must support and uplift each other, and not waste our time and energy on negative actions.

Dedicate this song to young, gifted and strong, song
This song is dedicated to the resilient and talented individuals who continue to persevere despite the obstacles they face.

This attraction be the black of the slums, the cracks and the guns Fiends, snitches and bitches roll ones under the sun
The imagery of the ghetto is filled with darkness and violence, and is home to those struggling with addiction or turning on each other.

On the avenue, scarred, bullets seek through cars RZA bars help me vision Allah
The streets are dangerous and bullets fly, but the music of RZA connects me to a higher power and gives me strength.

Speak verb to any peeps in these streets we breathe All I want to do is eat and achieve
I share my experiences and hopes with others in my community, and strive for success and prosperity.

Teach my seed, to stay away from envy and greed 'Cause these devils in the mist want to see a nigga bleed
I want to raise my children to be humble and avoid negative influence, because there are those who seek to harm us.

You know the hood is trife, only few taste a good life Stand to my rights, stuck through mad days and Winter nights
Living in the ghetto is difficult, and only a select few are able to truly succeed. We must continue to stand up for ourselves and persevere through the tough times.

I promise, to never play with mics Say what you like, when I spray pipes Scatter your composition of rice twice, sharp with the dice
I am committed to my craft and will always stay true to myself, even if it means being controversial. With my skills, I can easily beat my opponents in any competition.

Study the Art of War, take my advice or lose ya life, life, life, life
I am well-versed in the strategy of warfare, and offer this advice: take it or suffer the consequences.

[Chorus]
Repeating the chorus for emphasis on the struggles we face and the sacrifices we make for our loved ones.