The Man
Tal Lyrics


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I'm sittin on about 8 wins don't care if I'm drake friend
I'm grown man now you still sittin in play pens
I came from great men don't need no fake friends
I will scratch balls and go to malls and shake hands
I break down the mic everybody else break dance
Make a new victim just so I can make ends
Back in 95 nigga I was great then
So why build a house just so I can break it
If you wanna be good better not be late den
I leave em anywhere better pick up a rake den
My nigga ocean yea he was a great friend
He shot a nigga down yea that was a great sin
First real fight was a nigga named Big Ben
Think he big now should've seen him back then
You wanna bring a gun go ahead I packed 10
Studio gangsta will you please stop actin

I'd rather be a dead man
Then walk around actin tough like I'm redman
Talk stupid then ima bust yo head den
Don't know my name like boy where yo head been
I'd rather be a dead man
Then walk around actin tough like I'm redman
Talk stupid then ima bust yo head den
Don't know my name like boy where yo head been

I went from aggravated to dope
These beat man I'm bout to choke you never seen it before
You better come get ya hoe she gettin it on the floor
And she pullin on my shirt like daddy tell me when to go
And I know these women are so cold
This game is gettin old and girls are gettin bold
When I said ima make it they said no
I Grabbed the mic and my skills what I showed
Don't you know you wastin my time
And I bet you ain't know the whole first verse rhymed
I could do it again if I had time
Hit em with the Beast flow if they out of line
I'm just here tryin to make a statement
The puzzle piece of life but I don't know where to place it
I want a piece of life but I don't know where to take it
It's been about a year so I hope I still make sense

I'd rather be a dead man
Then walk around actin tough like I'm redman
Talk stupid then ima bust yo head den
Don't know my name like boy where yo head been
I'd rather be a dead man
Then walk around actin tough like I'm redman
Talk stupid then ima bust yo head den
Don't know my name like boy where yo head been

Where am I I love it here
I don't need help
Ok I'm goin in
Gold chain these girls wantin the whole thing
I give em money they still here like old stains
I gas em up and spit fire like propane
Of course she a dime but I need some more change
I go in like Kobe Bryant in 010'
I go dumb but still my words are potent
Yo girl always wanna be near me like oceans
You niggas flow is so ashy you need some lotion

I'd rather be a dead man
Then walk around actin tough like I'm redman
Talk stupid then ima bust yo head den
Don't know my name like boy where yo head been
I'd rather be a dead man
Then walk around actin tough like I'm redman




Talk stupid then ima bust yo head den
Don't know my name like boy where yo head been

Overall Meaning

The song "The Man" by Tal talks about how he has grown and become a man, leaving behind fake friendships and childish behavior. He boasts about his achievements, having 8 wins and not caring about impressing anyone, even Drake. He makes a reference to his past, having come from great men and being great in 1995. He also talks about his friend, Ocean, who committed a terrible sin by shooting someone, and his first fight against a guy named Big Ben. Tal emphasizes that he would never pretend to be tough like Redman and would rather be dead.


In the second verse, Tal talks about his growth as an artist and his struggle to be recognized. He mentions that he has gone from being aggravated to making dope beats that will make people choke. He also refers to girls who are only interested in his money and how he still wants more change despite them being dimes. Tal asserts that his words are potent even if he goes dumb with his flow. He concludes by stating that he would rather be dead than falsely act tough like Redman.


"The Man" by Tal is a rap song that showcases the artist's growth and maturity. The lyrics are direct, with a focus on self-confidence and dismissing fake friends. The song's title reflects Tal's confidence in himself, which is shown not only in his lyrics but also in his delivery. Tal raps with a fast, aggressive flow that emphasizes his skills as a rapper.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm sittin on about 8 wins don't care if I'm drake friend
I have achieved a lot of success, and I don't need to be friends with the famous rapper Drake to validate my achievements.


I'm grown man now you still sittin in play pens
I have matured and outgrown childish behavior while others around me have not evolved.


I came from great men don't need no fake friends
I am proud of my heritage and do not tolerate people who pretend to be friends for personal gain without authenticity.


I will scratch balls and go to malls and shake hands
I am down-to-earth and willing to engage in different aspects of life without pride.


I break down the mic everybody else break dance
I excel in my skills as a lyricist in a way that demands admiration and respect, rather than just performing physically impressive dance moves.


Make a new victim just so I can make ends
I am determined to succeed, and if it means creating competition, then so be it.


Back in 95 nigga I was great then
I have a long-standing reputation as an artist, and my skills have been evident since the 90s.


So why build a house just so I can break it
I won't create certain expectations or build something up just to tear it down later for personal gain.


If you wanna be good better not be late den
Showing up on time and being punctual is an important factor in attaining success.


I leave em anywhere better pick up a rake den
I am so good that I leave behind those who can't compete with me, and they need to 'rake' themselves up to my level.


My nigga ocean yea he was a great friend
I had a great friend named Ocean who was loyal and supportive.


He shot a nigga down yea that was a great sin
Unfortunately, Ocean made a big mistake and committed a terrible sin by killing someone.


First real fight was a nigga named Big Ben
I remember fighting a formidable opponent named Big Ben, and he was physically imposing even back then.


Think he big now should've seen him back then
I can attest that Big Ben has always had an intimidating presence and was no less formidable in the past.


You wanna bring a gun go ahead I packed 10
I do not fear anyone who brings a weapon because I am well-prepared and equipped to handle the situation.


Studio gangsta will you please stop actin
I am tired of hearing people perpetuating a false persona in their music when they are not actually living that life.


I went from aggravated to dope
I have transformed from being irritated and frustrated to displaying remarkable abilities and artistic talent.


These beat man I'm bout to choke you never seen it before
I am going to astound people with my skills and the unique way I manipulate the music to create an entirely new sound.


You better come get ya hoe she gettin it on the floor
I have women everywhere who adore me, and they are so attracted to me that I am constantly asked to intervene to stop them from misbehaving in public.


And she pullin on my shirt like daddy tell me when to go
Women are drawn to me and consider me their authority figure, requesting my guidance and leadership.


And I know these women are so cold
I understand that some women are calculating and untrustworthy, so I am cautious in dealing with them.


This game is gettin old and girls are gettin bold
I am becoming disillusioned with the music industry and the prevalence of women who use their sexuality to advance their careers.


When I said ima make it they said no
People doubted my abilities and chances of success when I first started, but I refused to give up.


I Grabbed the mic and my skills what I showed
I proved them wrong by showcasing my talents and excellence on the mic.


Don't you know you wastin my time
I value my time, and I do not appreciate others wasting it with negativity, pettiness or dishonesty.


And I bet you ain't know the whole first verse rhymed
Many people do not recognize my ability to create intricate and impressive lyrics with difficult rhymes.


I could do it again if I had time
I am confident in my skills as an artist and am always striving to improve.


Hit em with the Beast flow if they out of line
I am not afraid to unleash my most explosive, aggressive style of rapping if someone is being disrespectful.


I'm just here tryin to make a statement
I am not just making music for fun or financial gain; I am using my platform to convey a powerful message.


The puzzle piece of life but I don't know where to place it
I am still figuring out where I fit into the grand scheme of things and how I can best impact the world.


I want a piece of life but I don't know where to take it
I am still exploring what life has to offer and searching for a path to greater fulfillment.


It's been about a year so I hope I still make sense
It has been a while since I released new music, so I hope I can still connect with my audience and make a meaningful impact.


Where am I I love it here
I am not lost, but rather content with my place in the world and the progress I have made.


I don't need help
I am an independent, self-sufficient artist who does not require the validation or assistance of others.


Ok I'm goin in
I am fully committed and ready to express myself with no hesitation.


Gold chain these girls wantin the whole thing
I am successful and attract many women who are interested in me and what I have accomplished.


I give em money they still here like old stains
Many women are superficial and only interested in me for my status or money, even after I have given them what they want.


I gas em up and spit fire like propane
I can make them feel special and wanted, but I am also capable of using my talent to fiercely dominate on the mic.


Of course she a dime but I need some more change
Although the women around me are attractive and desirable, I am still looking for something more important that cannot be bought.


I go in like Kobe Bryant in 010'
I am focused and determined like Kobe Bryant was in 2010, ready to push myself to the limit.


I go dumb but still my words are potent
Although I may sometimes act silly or unconventional, my lyrics and message are powerful and impactful.


Yo girl always wanna be near me like oceans
Women are drawn to me and seek out my company like the vast, all-encompassing ocean.


You niggas flow is so ashy you need some lotion
Other rappers are inadequate and need to take better care of their skills, much like ashy skin needs lotion to be moisturized and healthy.




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Written by: Garrett Jones

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