the light
The 4/4 Project Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Like mist our lives leave tell me what’s your legacy
That’s you let the people starve in their sleep
Chestnut faces you don’t like to see
Working twice as hard to earn half the rise
You are obliged to take all the rest
Come from a line where your work is your name and you get what they spat
Opportunity regurgitated digest
Mis oidos you know that they hear and you know that they bleed
The fire, molten miel
The power, of honey and milk
Por todo mi gente que tienen sed probastes el miel
Por todo mi gente que tienen sed probastes el miel
The power of honey and milk
Lost in time inside here I don't think I'll ever find it
Yell all day in silence, darkness fills nothing that I fear
Lost in time inside here I don't think I'll ever find it
Yell all day in silence, darkness fills nothing that I fear
I see the moon in the middle of the night I feel your presence
I send good vibes in the middle of the fight I’m sending blessings
I keep the vision when u throw the towel away I’m pushing limits
I kept the path but you chippin' on my brick you pull the tension
I see my vision so near, I see my vision from here
I see the light, I see the light
I see my vision from here, I see my vision so near
I see the light, I see the light
I see my vision from hear, I feel my vision so near
I see the light, I see the light
I see my vision from here, I see my vision so near
I see the light, I see the light
I can see the light, I can feel the sun rays on my skin started burning like it’s reflux
Contemplating every night when’s the moment imma make it to the sun or do I sit on it like detox
But we stop, then suddenly no more heat drops
Yes I got the answers, check my Reebok’s
In my tunnel I’m just trynna make a way from the grey, to a place so hot make your feet pop
Oh no no no, I can’t tell where to go
I keep doubting myself, am I good enough
The obstacle course of this journey has got me yearning for my ego to pick it up
Honestly think I’m in need of a pick me up
I need a chick to pick me up she magic like some pixie dust
Im just playing, my mind is only on greatness
Bout' to dog this whole moment just like a dane ready to dig it up yea
Lost in time inside here I don't think I'll ever find it
Yell all day in silence, darkness fills nothing that I fear
Lost in time inside here I don't think I'll ever find it
Yell all day in silence, darkness fills nothing that I fear
I see the moon in the middle of the night I feel your presence
I send good vibes in the middle of the fight I’m sending blessings
I keep the vision when u throw the towel away I’m pushing limits
I kept the path but you chippin' on my brick you pull the tension
I see the moon in the middle of the night I feel your presence
I send good vibes in the middle of the fight I’m sending blessings
I keep the vision when u throw the towel away I’m pushing limits
I kept the path but you chippin' on my brick you pull the tension
I see my vision from here, I see my vision so near
I see the light, I see the light
I feel my vision from here, I see my vision so clear
I see the light, I see the light
I see my vision from hear, I feel my vision so near
I see the light, I see the light
I see my vision so near, I see my vision from here
I see the light, I see the light
The song begins by emphasizing the importance of our actions and their consequences, using the adage "we sow what we reap." The lyrics suggest that our lives are fleeting, like mist that disappears quickly, and asks us to consider what we will leave behind as our legacy. The song then critiques those who let people suffer and starve in their sleep, and hints at the economic inequality that forces some to work twice as hard for half the reward. The lyrics suggest that some people come from a family lineage where their worth is tied to their work, and they are expected to bear the burden of others' privilege. The song acknowledges that this inequality exists at a systemic level, embodied by the phrase "the belly of the beast."
The second half of the song shifts tone and focuses on the idea of light and hope. The singer sees the moon in the middle of the night and feels a presence. They send good vibes in the middle of a struggle, and despite doubt and obstacles, they keep pushing toward their vision. The lyrics use concrete imagery, such as the feeling of the sun rays burning on the skin, to suggest that the singer is close to achieving their goals. The repeated phrase "I see the light" suggests a newfound clarity and optimism, and the song ends on this hopeful note.
Overall, the song appears to be a commentary on the struggle for equity and justice, while also recognizing the importance of hope and resilience in trying times. The use of concrete imagery and metaphor creates a rich, multilayered narrative.
Line by Line Meaning
We sow what we reap, all the prophecies speak
The outcomes of our actions are inevitable, as predicted by prophecies.
Like mist our lives leave tell me what’s your legacy
Our lives are fleeting, so it is important to consider what we will leave behind.
That’s you let the people starve in their sleep
You allow others to suffer and go hungry even while they rest.
Chestnut faces you don’t like to see
You have a distaste for people with darker skin tones.
Working twice as hard to earn half the rise
Minorities have to work harder than others to achieve the same level of success.
You are obliged to take all the rest
You feel entitled to take more than your fair share.
Come from a line where your work is your name and you get what they spat
You come from a lineage where your reputation is based on your work, regardless of how little recognition or reward you receive for it.
Opportunity regurgitated digest
Opportunities are presented as recycled ideas, and must be digested to fully understand and utilize them.
Food, at the belly of the beast
We consume the products and ideas produced by oppressive systems, like the belly of a beast.
Mis oidos you know that they hear and you know that they bleed
My ears can hear the struggles and pain of others, and it affects me deeply.
The fire, molten miel
The passion and energy that drives us forward is like molten honey.
The power, of honey and milk
The strength to overcome obstacles and create change comes from the sweetness and nourishment of honey and milk.
Por todo mi gente que tienen sed probastes el miel
For all of my people who thirst, taste the sweetness of life.
Lost in time inside here I don't think I'll ever find it
Feeling lost and hopeless, unsure of ever finding a clear path forward.
Yell all day in silence, darkness fills nothing that I fear
I can scream and shout all day, but the darkness and fear inside me remains.
I see the moon in the middle of the night I feel your presence
Even in my darkest moments, I sense a higher power or comforting presence.
I send good vibes in the middle of the fight I’m sending blessings
In times of struggle, I try to send positive energy and well-wishes to those around me.
I keep the vision when u throw the towel away I’m pushing limits
Even when others give up, I persist and strive to push beyond my limits.
I kept the path but you chippin' on my brick you pull the tension
I have stayed on my chosen path, but others have tried to bring me down and create conflict.
I can see the light, I can feel the sun rays on my skin started burning like it’s reflux
I can sense a brighter future ahead, and the feeling is overwhelming yet uncomfortable.
Contemplating every night when’s the moment imma make it to the sun or do I sit on it like detox
I often wonder when I will achieve my goals and reach success, or if I will remain stagnant.
But we stop, then suddenly no more heat drops
Just when we feel like giving up, a breakthrough occurs and progress is made.
Yes I got the answers, check my Reebok’s
I have the solutions and knowledge needed to succeed and make a difference.
In my tunnel I’m just trynna make a way from the grey, to a place so hot make your feet pop
I am focused on escaping the monotony and negativity of my current situation, and striving for a place of vibrancy and excitement.
I keep doubting myself, am I good enough
I struggle with self-doubt and question my own abilities and worth.
The obstacle course of this journey has got me yearning for my ego to pick it up
The challenges and hardships of my journey have left me feeling a need to boost my own confidence and self-image.
Honestly think I’m in need of a pick me up
Honestly, I feel like I need some encouragement or motivation to keep going.
I need a chick to pick me up she magic like some pixie dust
I could use the support of a woman who possesses an enchanting and uplifting energy.
Im just playing, my mind is only on greatness
Despite joking around, my true focus and intention is on achieving greatness and success.
Bout' to dog this whole moment just like a dane ready to dig it up yea
I am prepared to seize this opportunity and give it my all, like a determined Great Dane digging in the dirt.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Coryne Thompkins, Erik Robinson, Rebecca Gonzalez
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@user-up1op3kz9q
The delivery of that fucking “............Okay” gets me every time
@KhyDev
Facts
@tinyguy1015
Same
@xtremezoe
lol, I’ve watched this song for a million times just to watch that part of “Ok”😂😂😂😂
@nathanielgrant3909
still here in 2021 breaking my neck to that..."okay"
@Anonymous-wy5dc
After listening many times I got what he meant with the "okay" at first i thought he was saying "okay" as in saying OJ is stupid for saying he's just OJ. But after nth times I got it. Jay is simply saying that there is no point in arguing with some people and just worry about building you and those around you. How much time have people spent trying to change another persons mind. OJ is not about that at the end he says it that this advice ain't free, it's worth millions but you can buy for 9.99.
Or maybe I'm reading into it too much.
@ariel6285
“ I’m not black, I’m O.J”
....
“Ok..”
Powerful
@hankock09
why
@ariel6285
hankock09 because oj wasnt part of the black community for a long time, it was like he forgot about being black.
@ariel6285
YB lmao I responded very fast, but that’s very true, because I’m black my self and the reason I said that because O.J. Disrespected him self and the black community, like he was afraid of being black, risk taking almost because of all the shitty things that happened to black people