Better Days
The Game Lyrics

Been holdin' this pain inside for so long
The rapper has kept his inner turmoil bottled up for an extended period of time

Though the rain never goes away
The metaphorical storm that represents his struggles never ceases

They say I should leave these streets behind me
Others have advised him to abandon his current environment and start anew

But it's so hard to escape
Despite the difficulties, he finds it challenging to break away from his current surroundings

Oh lord please send me an angel
He is praying for divine intervention to help him overcome his struggles

To lead me out of this place
He desires guidance and direction to escape his unfavorable situation

Take me awwaaayyyy
He wants to be transported to a better place and leave his problems behind

First thing I want to do is say what up to T.I.
The rapper greets a fellow artist and acknowledges his success as 'King of the South'

King of the south now everybody see why
Others recognize and appreciate T.I.'s talent and influence

I'm just driving and thinking how I survived here
Reflecting on his experiences, he acknowledges his determination to overcome obstacles and persevere

And I ain't seen Dre and Eminem in five years
He hasn't maintained contact with two prominent artists in the music industry

That sounds Shady right, I live a crazy life
The reference to Eminem and his stage name 'Shady' connects to the rapper's own turbulent lifestyle

So many black thoughts I had to paint the mercedes white
He had so many negative thoughts that he felt compelled to 'cleanse' himself by buying a white car

I could tell you about the rims but I ain't here for that
He has more important things to discuss and prioritize over the materialistic aspect of his life

Goin' out like Big and Pac I fear for that
He is afraid of meeting the same tragic fate as two influential artists who were killed

Take this lambo and put six holes in it
He would rather destroy his glamorous car than let it become a symbol of his demise

Shatter the glass and leave my body exposed in it
He doesn't want to be found dead inside the car or be a victim of a drive-by shooting

Lift the doors up and let all my demons out
He wants to free himself from his personal demons and overcome his inner struggles

And I can see my brother now cause that's what I've been dreamin' bout
He has an urgent desire to reunite with his loved ones, specifically his brother

I ain't thinking bout bitches and pulling beamers out
He isn't focused on women or material possessions, preferring to prioritize his family and personal growth

I'm thinking about my sons safety everytime they leave the house
As a father, his top priority is his children's safety and wellbeing

I know how to make it out the hood, I've seen the route
Having overcome similar struggles before, he knows how to 'make it' and succeed despite his current circumstances

And heres the proof, me, Venus and Serina out
He cites the success of two prominent tennis players as evidence that he can also rise above his situation

We got a new president and I love that he black
He expresses his admiration for the country's new leader and notes that he is black

But I'm a ask him like Bush, were the soldiers at?
Drawing parallels to the previous president, he questions the new president's whereabouts

Now move the camera to New Orleans were the soldiers at
He shifts the focus to a location in need of assistance and support

The water dried up well nigga do you know your clap
He references the devastation of Hurricane Katrina and asks if anyone is taking responsibility for the disaster

We all juveniles, we all been through some trials
He acknowledges that everyone has faced difficulties and challenges in their lives

And some tribulations, I'm in this booth pacin'
Despite his struggles, he continues to work on his music and channel his emotions into his craft

What do I say next should I talk about some cars
He debates what to include in his next lines, considering whether to focus on material possessions

Or the next chapter of my life and show you all my scars
Alternatively, he could delve into his personal history and reveal his emotional wounds

Or my bullet wounds, and my stab wounds
He suggests that he has been physically harmed in the past due to violence

I can't show you I covered 'em up with tattoos
He has tattoos that conceal some of his scars and wounds

I can't do nothing but spit the truth
He is committed to being honest and authentic in his music

On probation smoking, drink patron before I hit the booth
He notes the challenges he faces, including legal trouble and substance use, but continues to persevere

You makin' songs for the club when niggas drinking
He critiques other artists who focus on creating 'club hits' instead of addressing important issues

I'm make 'em for the ride home, when niggas thinking
In contrast, he creates music that encourages reflection and contemplation

One minute you here, next minute shit is tragic
Life can be unpredictable and full of sudden tragedies

And this a Jim Jonsin track now feel the static
The track's producer is Jim Jonsin, and the powerful emotions conveyed in the song can be felt strongly by the listener