Together, Tanto Metro and Devonte continue to make an impact on fans and the history of dancehall. "There is chemistry between us and the fans. They participate in our energy," says Devonte. "We are doing our thing with vibes and happiness, not really worrying about the success of it," adds Tanto. Along with their humble approach, the striking contrast of Devonte's silky smooth tenor and Tanto Metro's hard-hitting swaggering rhymes provides the perfect balance to breed their widespread success even further.
The Story
Tanto Metro & Devonte Lyrics
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Please don't, I'm so paranoid, baby
Told me no being shy tonight, You’re gonna learn
It’s ride or die tonight, Mission confirmed
See how I’m shining bright, Boy it’s your turn
We rolling high tonight, Keep what you earn
Cuz I was on Mary, And that shit was scary
He told me just hit it, To take off the edge
If they didn’t pay it, I knew he would he do it
Cuz we were born to keep it real
Keep it hundred, dripping sauce
Finally bought a grill
Paid a hundred for the frost, see
Mama was a criminal, She was so subliminal
When the cash came in, Send it up the river huh
Told me don’t go catching feelings son
Can’t even trust your friends
I’m so Paranoid, Sleeping I got one eye open
I'm so fucking paranoid, noid
I’m so paranoid, will I leave this life, I’m hoping
Will I leave this life, I'm hoping
I’m so fucking paranoid
See I was born in the wild, it’s a wild life trip
Roll around with the gun in the whip, In the whip whip
Wanna slow down, living too fast now
But I was born to the wolves and tricks
See I was born in the wild, it’s a wild life trip
Roll around with the gun in the whip , Don't wanna shoot it
Wanna slow down, living too fast now
But I was born to the wolves and tricks
Couldn't escape
Horse and carriage cuz the village is burning
Got my desert eagle, even though I’m still learning
I don’t wanna shoot it, but these niggaz be yearning
Why you gone press me, my conscious is heavy
Cuz I done lost brothers, still don’t understand it
We knew all the danger, but couldn’t escape it
We were just babies, burying babies
Smoke in the ether, they poppin our cherries, yes oh
Mama’s man was ill , He cut yayo with the salts
He was ill, Sold it up the hill
Didn’t matter lives were lost, Mama was a criminal
She was so subliminal, When the cash came in
Send it up the river huh, Told me don’t go catching feelings son
Can’t even trust your friends
I’m so paranoid, sleeping I got one eye open
Sleeping I got one eye ohh-ohh
I’m so paranoid, will I leave this life, I’m hoping
Will I leave this life, I'm hoping
I was born, born, born
See I was born in the wild, it’s a wild life trip
Roll around with the gun in the whip, With the whip
Wanna slow down, living too fast now
But I was born to the wolves and tricks
Baby, Please don't, I'm so paranoid, baby
Please don't, I'm so paranoid
I’m so paranoid
Will I leave this life, I’m hoping
Real life, true story, Devonte
It's ride or die
I’m so paranoid, Q
Can't even trust your friends
Please don't, I'm so paranoid
You know how it is in the streets of the [Cincin]nati
The lyrics of "The Story" by Tanto Metro & Devonte depict a life filled with paranoia, danger, and a constant sense of insecurity. The song highlights the challenges faced by individuals living in a rough environment, where trust is scarce and survival instincts take precedence.
The opening lines immediately set the tone, with the repetition of "Please don't, I'm so paranoid, baby." This emphasizes the constant state of worry and fear the singer experiences. They express a desire to overcome their apprehension, suggesting that they have been warned "no being shy tonight" and that it's a "ride or die" situation they must face together.
The lyrics go on to describe encounters with drugs, specifically referencing Mary and Barry. Mary is portrayed as a substance that brings a sense of edginess, while Barry represents the potential for violence if debts go unpaid. The singer acknowledges the need to stay true to their principles and keep it real. They also reflect on a criminal background that runs in the family, hinting at a challenging upbringing where trust is hard to come by.
The song ultimately speaks to the struggles and challenges faced by individuals in a dangerous environment, where paranoia becomes a way of life. It portrays a desire for redemption and an escape from a life filled with uncertainty.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Devonte Roach, Kiumars Ghadjar
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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