Guilty
T.A.R Lyrics

I thought this was America people!
Expressing surprise that the justice system is not fair as it is meant to be in America.

Uhh, yeah, guilty until proven innocent huh?
Observing the biased mentality of the justice system where someone is treated guilty from the start without any proof or evidence.

That's how we workin huh? Okay
Being sarcastic about the unfairness of the system and acknowledging that it's the unfortunate reality.

Before me there was many; after me there will be none I am the one Uh-huh, okay, I see how we playin
Acknowledging the predecessors who have faced similar injustice and pridefully stating that they are unique and unmatched. Noticing the corrupt system at play which results in such treatment.

Yeah, I get it down , anxiously the public can't wait Niggaz had to have it way before it's release date Jigga get irate, press get it fucked up Took me one point eight but I had to get it straight Get the CD, twelve inch vinyl, get the tape Jigga give out food for thought dog, get a plate
Talking about his music and how he has a loyal fan base that is eager to consume his work. Mentioning how he had to wait to release his music because of corrupt industry practices but he didn't let that stop him from getting what he deserved. The last line is a statement that he has meaningful content that his fans can appreciate.

I get it down, get it krunk when I get in the state of mind That what's mine is mine, nobody get to take I don't bend, break, fold, scratch, go down My mental Rolodex see these words? I just don't know
Talking about his unwavering spirit and mindset. Asserting that he is the boss of his life and he won't let anyone else dictate or take what belongs to him. Also mentioning how he has a lot going on in his mind and can't articulate everything perfectly.

I know stress, drama, niggaz upsettin my mama Arrested, put in the lineup, tryin to put dents in my armor But I'm a survivor, plus I'm liver than most Out on bail, fifty thou', still ridin with toast
Talking about the negative aspects of being famous and how people can go after his loved ones to get to him. Mentioning how he has been arrested and put in lineups but it hasn't defeated him. He's still out there with his head high.

I ain't tryin to collide with folk, But I don't want folk takin Jigga for joke I guess you niggaz just woke - good morning! You can't touch me, no you can't touch me Jigga, Kelly, not guilty Try to charge me but I'm not guilty
Stating that he's not looking for trouble but he's not going to let anyone take him lightly and it's not going to slide. He's asserting his innocence and the fact that no one can paint him guilty without evidence.

I got, all, my mamis I've got all of my mamis Tell me, what you, want from me Tell me, what y'all want from me? I'm not guilty
Proudly stating that he has the support of all the important people in his life, especially women. Challenging anyone who wants to falsely accuse him or take him down to just say it openly.

I see how you comin' at me now, I'm cool I'm not the snitch I don't go to the cops to get rich I go to the block and pitch I go with the glock and click, I go with the pop I'm sick I go with you hard; I ain't gon' stop for shit
Acknowledging that people are trying to bring him down, but he's not letting that affect him. Saying that he won't sell out and won't snitch to the cops to get a good deal. Instead, he's staying true to his roots and keeps grinding in the streets with his gun if needed.

Look in my eyes dog, right in my pupils If I'm your rival, why would I have to do you? Press try to throw dirt on my name, disturbin' my game Seemed happy when they heard he was arraigned, glad he's indichted Got big money, big lawyers to fight it Just like Cochran, cocksuckers you never see me boxed in
Challenging anyone who accuses him of something false to look him in the eye and see if he's lying. Asking why he would mess with someone who he's not even competing with. The press is trying to defame him but he has the financial means to defend himself and show that he's innocent. Referring to Johnnie Cochran who was a famous lawyer for OJ Simpson's trial, and asserting that he won't be boxed into a false accusation.

Y'all all know it, Jigga's a fighter Plus I'm claustrophobic, back on the streets before you know it And my word niggaz, I heard you niggaz I'm address each and every one of you cocksuckers
Asserting that everyone knows how resilient he is and he will fight back. Also mentioning that he has a fear of tight spaces so he will do everything he can to get out of them. Mentioning that he's heard the talk and he will address everyone who has falsely accused him.

Fuck the white press, the block love us, hip-hop forever B.I.G. is here, the soul of Tupac hovers, above us Tell me.. (I am the one) What you want from me? Not guilty
Showing his disdain for the biased white press and the love he has from the block community. Saying that hip-hop will always survive and mentioning the late great rappers Biggie and Tupac. Ending with a reiteration of his innocence and challenging anyone who thinks otherwise to prove it.

Uh, okay, you on my radar, I got you too bitch Got lame bitches trying to fuck with my case Same lame bitch I bust in her face Honey just mad I got her fucking replaced Plus a birthday pass without me even touching my safe But I ain't gon' lie, the head was sick But what we need to do, is put that mouth on a betta bitch You heart the rhetoric, Jigga hit me over the head With a champagne bottle at the bar, can he buy me a car? Naw, how do y'all equate your pain Would it all go away if I bought you a Range? I got one or two of those, nothin' gon' change For nothin' else, you gotta live with yourself Try and lie on Hov' cause I ride on the road In what, most would describe as a Rolls NO, that's that Continental T The only car that fit intercontinental me, not guilty
Talking about the people who are trying to falsely accuse and take advantage of him. Mentioning an ex and how she's trying to smear his name. Acknowledging that he had some good head from her but he needs to find a better woman. Also, mentioning how ridiculous someone sounds if they think they can be bought with a Range Rover. Mentioning that he himself has some good cars but he won't change himself for anyone. Stating again that he won't let anyone falsely accuse him or bring him down.

And you wanna charge me, when I'm not guilty (I am the one) I've got all of my mamis Tell me what you want from me? Not guilty
Again stating his innocence and questioning why anyone would charge him without proof. Reiterating that he has the support of all the important women in his life. Challenging anyone who thinks otherwise to come forward.

Y'all, cats, can't touch me Holla! So you can't touch me nigga, you can't touch me Said Jigga, Kelly, not guilty And I got, all my, mamis I don't, know why, y'all can't see that Y'all, dudes, can't touch me I got, all my, mamis So tell me, what you, want from me Y'all, niggaz, can't touch me
Ending the song with a strong, confident message that nobody can bring him down. Mentioning that he has the support of all the important women in his life and challenging anyone who thinks they can falsely accuse or take him down.