Weapon
T.C.L Lyrics

What's the question?
What is the point of your actions?

Why are you flexin'?
Why are you trying to display power or dominance?

Here's the answer; choice of weapons
The solution to the problem lies in choosing the right tools or tactics.

Yo, The Remainz, kid, why you flexin like a bicep?
Why are you displaying strength through weapons and violence instead of other means?

Heat on your hip just to get a rep; it ain't worth it
Having a gun to gain respect is not a worthy cause, it only puts you and others in danger.

Just because you pack a biscuit doesn't mean you can't Become another statistic; you figure it
Ownership of a firearm does not guarantee safety, and being involved in violence can have dangerous consequences.

Life's a gamble even for vandalz; I handle mine with minds
Life is uncertain, and it is important to approach it with intelligence and wisdom rather than violence.

Only unless my chest is under pressure in a contest The fear of layin' in wreck causes the stress I have to adjust to this mess and pull when it's best
Violence should only be an option when there is no other choice, and the fear of a violent outcome should cause hesitation and stress.

Yo, little big man, feelin' your oats because you're strapped?
Are you overconfident because you have a weapon?

Bustin' a cap at another kid who's black?
Are you using your weapon against someone else, particularly someone from your own community?

It ain't all that when the shots are flyin' back
The situation can easily turn against you when both parties have weapons.

You made a choice, and the choice you made was whack
Choosing violence and weapons is a bad decision.

Kinda tipsy, with the liquid confidence
Feeling overly confident due to the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Pullin' your pistol when it doesn't make sense
Using a weapon in a situation that does not call for it.

To be the bigger man you figure But in the end, it don't pay when you're livin' by the trigger
Being the better person and not resorting to violence is the right choice, because relying on weapons only causes negative consequences.

Yeah, it's the master of the who, what, where, and the why But, still, I got a problem with seein' my brothers die
Despite being knowledgeable, the artist is still distressed seeing their own community members suffer and die.

I've been around and lived past the average age of us In every obituary, a full page of us
The artist has lived longer than the average lifespan of people in their community, and often sees those community members losing their lives too soon.

The game is money, but what about inner wealth? The mental, the spiritual, and physical health
The focus on material gain neglects the importance of emotional and physical wellbeing.

But still, everyday, the city is a test That's why some people feel a gun is the best
Living in a challenging urban environment is difficult, and some people turn to weapons as a source of security.

No doubt I pack protection, but every altercation Or situation doesn't deserve blastin'; I mastered precisions
Although the artist carries a weapon, they understand that not every situation requires violence and approach disputes with caution and precision.

Choice of weapon - should I peel or peel out? My choice of routes may decide my whereabouts
The decision to use or not use a weapon can have consequences, and the way a person interacts with their environment can potentially determine their safety.

I pack no weapons then the seargeant bargin in Ready to bomb a rapper like Saddam, Stikken Moov swarm Ready to bust off, like Ron Jeremy, but I chill, G
The use of weapons, particularly by authorities, can be harmful and dangerous even if the individual has not committed a crime. The artist chooses not to respond to violence with more violence.

Relax and consider lucky to live to see a quarter past three That's why I wield the steel; yes, my microphone is crazy real I'm not the one sellin' out to get the mass appeal
The artist is content with a long life and uses their talent as a rapper as a means of expression instead of seeking fame and fortune.

But jail cells are filled with my peeps While the rest are gettin' killed in these ill-ass streets So, pick your weapon - a mic or a gun
Many people in the artist's community become incarcerated or die due to violence. The decision to use music as a tool instead of violence has the potential to empower and change the community.

I make a sucker run when my tongue stuns; check it Leavin' the spot, I seen some wild kids One stepped to me, asked me to freestyle, kid Meanwhile he flexed a burner on his side
The artist uses their lyrical skill to intimidate and overcome potential violence. Despite encountering someone with a weapon, the artist remains calm and chooses not to escalate the situation.

I looked him in the eye, smiled, and walked to my ride He was actin' kinda hard on the surface I said to myself that it really wasn't worth it
The artist chooses to deescalate the situation by avoiding confrontation and recognizing that violence only causes more problems.

Yo, you think you're all that, 'cause you pack heat? Seein' your own brother play the concrete in defeat Tryin' to prove yourself while you put the next man down But what goes around, comes back, black; best believe that
Relying on violence and weapons only leads to destruction and harm to those in one's own community. The artist emphasizes the importance of treating others with respect and avoiding violence.

That's all the real heads all over the world That realize that this music is real That we keep it real like that Peace to all my brothers on the third And all the real brothers in hip-hop It's like a rap's new generation thing, baby Peace to Guru It's Panche, the wild comanche, suicide
The artist recognizes the power of music to inspire change and unite diverse communities. They express solidarity with other hip-hop artists and pay tribute to legendary figures in the genre.