I Don't Wanna Kill No More
T.A. Lyrics

I don't wanna hurt no more
The singer is tired of being in pain and doesn't want to experience it anymore.

But the rain keeps comin' down
Despite his wishes for the pain to stop, the problems and challenges keep coming.

Man I been thinkin' lately
The singer has been reflecting on his life and the world around him.

About the way the world just be changin'
He muses on the constant change happening in the world.

Is it a sin to be chasin' paper
The singer questions whether pursuing money is morally wrong.

I can't count the niggas dyin' lately
He acknowledges the increasing number of people dying lately, possibly due to violence or other issues.

It's the grave or incarceration
The consequences of risky behavior result in either death or imprisonment.

I know you hurt but you can't replace em
Although it hurts to lose loved ones, they cannot be replaced.

You go and dig a hole then erase em
By engaging in violent or dangerous behavior, one creates a hole where a life used to be.

You just created a smaller nation
The loss of life due to dangerous behavior contributes to a smaller community or nation.

A jail cell is all that's waitin'
The consequences of illegal behavior is imprisonment.

Look at all the progress you're makin'
Sarcasm is used to highlight how negative behavior leads to no progress.

I really hope you're kinda patient
The singer hopes the individual involved in dangerous behavior is willing to be patient for better opportunities in life.

You facin' twenty-five no probation
The individual's poor decision making could lead to a 25 year prison sentence without a chance for parole.

Two for 1 is multiplication
Referencing the saying 'two wrongs don't make a right', this line suggests that engaging in negative behavior leads to more problems.

You're freedom is all their takin'
By engaging in dangerous behavior, one risks losing their freedom and being imprisoned.

Is it best to be dead or pacin'
The singer questions whether it's better to be dead or incarcerated, as neither option is desirable.

All 'cause you couldn't take it
The individual's bad decisions ultimately result in negative consequences they cannot handle.

How can I concentrate
The singer struggles to focus amidst the many problems he's facing.

With all the problems that I face
The singer is dealing with many issues in his life.

I often ask myself if there's a place
He wonders if there's a place where he can escape from his problems.

Where I can get away (where I can get away)
He wants to find a place where he can relax and escape from the stress of his life.

I keep my head to the sky
The singer tries to maintain a positive outlook despite his problems.

And try to maintain my pace
Despite the challenges, he tries to keep moving forward.

If I don't then I'm gone
He understands that if he gives up, he will fail.

Somebody gone take my place
Someone else will take his place if he doesn't keep pushing forward.

No need to go too fast
He maintains that it's not necessary to move too quickly in order to succeed.

'cause I know a little time it takes
He understands that success takes time and hard work.

But my situation's bad
Despite his optimism, he acknowledges that his current circumstances are difficult.

I'll be jackin' soon at this rate
He's worried that if he doesn't improve his situation, he'll have to resort to stealing or robbery to survive.

I ain't tryin' to make you mad
He's not trying to upset anyone with his lyrics or his situation.

It's a plain and simple fact you face
He's stating the harsh reality of life that many people deal with.

If you're broke you hurt most
Being financially struggling can be a major source of pain and stress in life.

From all the bullshit you take
He implies that dealing with the difficulties of life can be incredibly frustrating and emotionally exhausting.

Lately I've been feelin' like givin' up (don't give up)
The singer has been struggling with thoughts of giving up recently and encourages himself not to give up.

The pain inside makes me wanna reach out and touch
He's struggling with emotional pain and wishes that someone could help him.

Someone, anyone who feels that I ain't been hurt enough
He's hoping to find someone who can relate to the depth of his emotional pain.

You best duck or get stuck
This line is a warning to those who might get in the way of his emotions, or his wrath.

'cause man I been hurtin' for months
He's been dealing with emotional pain for a long time and it's taking a toll on him.