I Don't Know
The A-Team a.k.a. Aceyalone & Abstract Rude featuring Riddlore Lyrics
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Maybe I'm sad or something
Maybe this is me
Finally thinking that
I need an outlet or
Some therapy or something
But this pen and paper free though
But not royalty
Something to be said
About a K1NG with a team though
Even more when every time
He tries to elevate them all
They just up and flee though
Never once did he fleece those
That asked for his assistance a Little
But Bo peeped that they were Sheep, though
Dad called weekly
To tell me to vet the
People I called close
'Cause everybody can't go with me
I listened but
What that get me besides a reset
Creativity's draining
And the water's in recess
Trying to stay sharp every month
To avoid regress but
I would rather dead it
If I feel it isn't the best so
I don't know why I wrote this verse
So many other things to assess
I'm listening to my wife
Laugh and joke with her Mother
Meanwhile my Mama think
I'm a hellspawn at best
No such thing as normal convos,
They just end in her screaming
At me to come home more
Or being passive aggressive
To make me change my tone or
Bringing up some time that
I messed up, and wondering
Why the hell I don't phone more
Holding on to grudges
I don't quite have the time for
People dropping dead and yet
We mad again, what for
My homie Brian lost his Ma
So did KnightWolfe and Charm
But for some reason
Everything I do for mine is wrong
Maybe it's 'cause I dropped out
And never finished school
Maybe it's because i love to rap
And she don't think it's cool
Maybe it's because
When family asks what I do
She ain't been able to say proudly
What her K1NG has grown into
I don't know why I wrote this verse
I relate to all the stories
That Joe Budden been through
Crazy when you hear
The trials and tribulations and
Decisions he had to make but
Can't relate to his breakthrough
How many times I gotta reset
And do a take two
How many take twos you get
Before you end it all
How many times you end it
Before starting anew
What kind of hellish test
Am I putting my psyche through
How many times I gotta
Redefine my circle huh
How many nights I'm disappointed
Cause they sensitive
How many times I gotta
Learn to get thicker skin
How many people around me
I got that are depending
On me to make it
Sounds like flattery the way
They praise me, but
Once I can't create they get away from me
I understand there's purpose in the journey
But I hate to see the
Other side of me growing impatient
From waiting to make it
(Wait) this verse
I dunno why I wrote
(Hey) Maybe I'm
hoping money can fix it
(Yay) As soon as I
Got an idea to get it
(Aye) And I do
But the stages are currently
In its infancy
And I know money can't fix everything
But the way I see it, it might
Because it has the ability
To ease my life and
Reassure my wife
That everything gon' turn out alright
And et my parents know they good
And taken care of for life
And then my friends that's still here
That come along for the ride
They get to say "I knew LJ
Before all the hype
Before he worked for seven years
Just to pop overnight"
It sounds nice to me, don't it
But right now it's like /
Almost three in the morning
But I'm up and still going/
And God's got it through it all
So I'mma still go in /
I know you heard this part before
But I'mma say it again /
You don't know what to expect do you
Just expect nothing less than the best
When I drop projects, EPs, loose raps,
Twitch streams, podcasts, all that...
The lyrics to The A-Team's song "I Don't Know" deal with themes of love and heartbreak. The song is a collaboration between Aceyalone, Abstract Rude, and Riddlore, with each artist contributing their verses to create a composite image of a lovelorn man searching for answers about his relationship. K-Borne's verse talks about the confusion that can come with a relationship, as he references driving around looking for his love interest and not knowing what to do. Next Level's verse touches on the pain that can come with heartbreak and the frustration of not knowing how to move forward. Together, the song creates a feeling of emotional turmoil and confusion as the singer tries to find clarity in a complicated relationship.
The lyrics of "I Don't Know" are delivered over a smooth and jazzy beat that incorporates samples and live instrumentation. The song is notable for its use of layered vocals and harmonies, which create a rich and complex sound. The A-Team's lyrics are full of clever wordplay, with rhymes and metaphors that give the song a poetic feel. The chorus, which repeats the line "I don't know what to do" several times, is catchy and memorable.
Line by Line Meaning
Half whom, KB, Next Level
I am K-Borne, also known as Half Whom. I am part of the musical group Next Level.
No need be uncivil or excuse
There is no need to be rude or make excuses.
'Cause I refuse, the power goes
I refuse to give in, I am taking control.
You know my style
You are familiar with my way of doing things.
We elevate before my break down my new tal
Before I showcase my new talent, I plan on rising to new heights.
From Slauson Trail to Oakland
I am familiar with different areas such as Slauson Trail and Oakland.
You got it, I'm into smokin'
Yes, I am a smoker.
Driving me there like Martin
You are chauffeuring me like Martin Lawrence.
Callin' my lady
I am on the phone with my significant other.
Scoping, looking for K-Borne baby
I am searching for my significant other, who I refer to as my baby.
I'm on the Next Level
I am part of the musical group Next Level.
Learn from En Vogue
I study and learn from the musical group En Vogue.
I need Spence like a Chevy
I require Spence, someone who I am presuming is reliable like a Chevy car.
Sees them separate
We see them as distinct or separate from us.
Stop confusing your feelings
Cease with the emotional confusion.
This move we got is cool
The plan we have is satisfactory.
Relax, I'm into chillin'
Calm down, I prefer to relax.
Now if you think you're gonna turn my world upside down
If you believe that you can drastically change my life,
By telling me that you don't care
By stating that you do not care,
Or you don't want to be around
Or that you do not want to be near me,
No I can't go for that, no way, oh
I cannot permit that to happen.
No, I'm not a fool
I am not gullible.
Tell me what you want
Please inform me of what you desire.
'Cause I don't understand what to do
I cannot comprehend how to proceed.
I don't know what to do
I am unsure what to do.
Thinking about you girl
I am pondering about you, dear.
And it's driving me crazy
It is causing me to become insane or irrational.
Wondering if you care
I am contemplating if you have any concern.
So please won't you tell me
Please inform me.
What ya gonna do, what ya gonna do
What do you intend to do?
With my love
With the love that I give to you.
Now if you look inside of my heart
If you examine my innermost thoughts and feelings,
Then you will see there is pain
You will notice that there is suffering.
Now I would do anything that you want me to do
I am willing to do whatever you ask of me.
Just say you love me, oh
Simply tell me that you love me.
You need a man who can work it out
You require a man who is capable of resolving issues.
(Girl I love you so)
(Lady, I have strong feelings for you)
And I feel that I can love you without a doubt
I am convinced that I can love you unwaveringly.
Stop trying to run game
Cease with attempting to deceive me.
Ain't nothing new
There is no novelty.
It's all the same
It is the same thing repeatedly.
Fornicating in vain
Engaging in sex for no purpose or result.
Blinded by fame, forgetting names
Obscured by popularity and neglecting to remember people's identities.
Seems strange, I feel it seems
It appears unusual, it makes me feel a certain way.
I'm snitchin' or lies
I am either telling secrets or telling untruths.
When it rains it pours
During troubles, they tend to come in succession.
Don't be jealous 'cause I'm fly
Do not be envious because I am fashionable or popular.
Throwing fits but I fit scripts like transfer film
You are throwing tantrums, but I am proficient at writing scripts like film transfers.
Females scream for this new Don Juan
Women are shouting and expressing interest in a person referred to as the new Don Juan.
Sippin' on Dom, chillin'
Drinking Dom Perignon champagne while relaxing.
Climbing on drum fields per dollars
Rising to fame through musical performances for money.
Power moving
Making significant strides in acquiring power.
Your jams on so get your dance on it
Your musical selections are playing, so go dance to it.
And keep it groove
Make sure to maintain good rhythm and tempo while dancing.
You need a man who can work it out
You require a man who is capable of resolving issues.
(Girl I love you so)
(Lady, I have strong feelings for you)
And I feel that I can love you without a doubt
I am convinced that I can love you unwaveringly.
I don't know what to do
I am unsure what to do.
Thinking about you girl
I am pondering about you, dear.
And it's driving me crazy
It is causing me to become insane or irrational.
Wondering if you care
I am contemplating if you have any concern.
So please won't you tell me
Please inform me.
What ya gonna do, what ya gonna do
What do you intend to do?
With my love
With the love that I give to you.
I don't know what to do
I am unsure what to do.
You need a man who can work it out
You require a man who is capable of resolving issues.
(Girl I love you so)
(Lady, I have strong feelings for you)
And I feel that I can love you without a doubt
I am convinced that I can love you unwaveringly.
I don't know what to do
I am unsure what to do.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Leon Sullen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
David_Koppafeel
Long live the BLOWED!
PEERAMIDEYE
I remember i bought this album in hollywood on melrose from subtitle... at the time i didn't even know it was SUB-T!
AlienNationRadio
When two or three assemble with a snare, kick, hi-hats, and cymbals...
Brian
Dope ass song
jeseavery
awesome
mTC !
song is fabulous!!!!!!!!
gofaqyosef
magic
Miś Barry
They should do a collabo with Kool Keith.
yeshUapacLee kkp
Some one Upload the early version from abs first tape ... 🙏
Ken Francisco
who's doper !? none!