Can't Figure It Out
The Game Lyrics


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Cant Figure It Out - The Game ft. Black Wall Street

Lord forgive me for killin outta control
Got the spirit of big will pourin outta my soul
Gangbangin or put a tag on your toes
If you down for a drive by nigga we gottta role
I know they hate me 'cause im out chasin dough
But id rather be doin that
Then dying behind these hoes
Tell hunned I need sumtin to hold
Bust a couple of shots in memory of my nigga foe
You at home nigga
I swear to god ima empty out this chrome shit and never left you alone I
Solemnly swear even though you in heaven with mars berg theres still apart of you here and I
Solemnly swear my nigga was the best at cookin yay
Since we was yay high
Im in love with that life
Dont hate me 'cause that bastard that I am
Is just the thug in me rite

(Chorus)
Lord I cant figure it out
Why you took my nigga from me
We out here huggin the block
All night tryna get this money
I just cant figure it out
Why you took my nigga from me
We out here huggin the block
All night tryna get this money

You already know who it is
And how I play the game
Wat you think im suppose to change
'cause I fuk wit game
Im addicted to these streets
And this beat is automatic
Dont speak if you dont wats static(?)
Say we hit you nigga
Gotta team of young niggas
That come and get you nigga
Grippin 2 2 3's until they flip you nigga
21 gunshots and new real thugs n killas
Hey you know I clear the block for my nigga my nigga
But ima make it happen for ya

By any means neccessary
Clear of galride til we berry(???) yea
Rest in peace bim day(?)
I serve the whole world to bring ya back
U know what were my love is at
Young playa real homie
You got to feel homie
And rite now my nigga to hot to chill homie
You know that deal homie
Jus keepin it real homie
And ima ride 44
Until a nigga kill homie

(Chorus)
Lord I cant figure it out
Why you took my nigga from me
We out here huggin the block
All night tryna get this money
I just cant figure it out
Why you took my nigga from me
We out here huggin the block
All night tryna get this money

As hard as it is for me
Homie I got to spit my hearts hurtin
Sumbody help me
My niggas not here no more
Billboard real ass nigga the worlds gonna miss you nigga
You supposed to be here rite now
Holdin a movie down
But now I gotta mourn you now
Thug, im really not stable
Last we was watchin cable
And I feel bout talkin bout rippin piece up(???)
Wen you left I felt wierd as fuk
Next mornin my nigga game look sick as fuk
I new rite there
Then he said foe is dead
Why you couldnt take me insteadd
Damn

(Chorus)




Lord I cant figure it out
Why you took my nigga from me

Overall Meaning

In "Can't Figure It Out," The Game reminisces about his life on the streets and the loss of his friend Foe. The lyrics reveal his complicated feelings about the harsh realities of street life, his love for his friend, and the difficulty of understanding why things happen the way they do. He recites his regrets for his participation in violent activities and the loss that it has caused. The somber chorus repeats over and over again as a reflection of the pain of losing a friend and the difficulty of accepting loss.


The Game is introspective in his lyrics in "Can't Figure It Out." The words address his own shortcomings as well as the grief and confusion that come with the loss of a friend. The song speaks to the contradictory emotions of street life, the need for companionship, and the harshness of the realities that result.


"Can't Figure It Out" was released in 2014 as part of The Game's mixtape "Blood Moon: Year of the Wolf." It was produced by DJ Mustard, and features Black Wall Street. This song was well received by critics, and cited as one of The Game's best tracks. The Game has been known for his reflective lyrics about life on the streets, and this song is no exception.


Line by Line Meaning

Lord forgive me for killin outta control
As a gang member, I ask forgiveness for the violence I have committed without restraint


Got the spirit of big will pourin outta my soul
I am inspired by rapper The Notorious B.I.G's music and persona


Gangbangin or put a tag on your toes
If you oppose my gang, you will face violence and possibly death


If you down for a drive by nigga we gottta role
If you are willing to participate in a drive-by shooting, then we have a purpose together


I know they hate me 'cause im out chasin dough
I understand that some people resent me for prioritizing money-making over other things


But id rather be doin that
But I would still choose this lifestyle over dying for a woman


Then dying behind these hoes
Then risking my life for women who are temporary


Tell hunned I need sumtin to hold
Tell my friend Hunned that I need something to cope with my grief


Bust a couple of shots in memory of my nigga foe
Shoot in remembrance of my deceased friend Foe


You at home nigga
Wherever you are, understand that I am dedicated to you


I swear to god ima empty out this chrome shit and never left you alone I
I promise that I would have fought for you with all my might if you were still here


Solemnly swear even though you in heaven with mars berg theres still apart of you here and I
I vow that even though you are no longer alive, you will always live on in my heart


Solemnly swear my nigga was the best at cookin yay
I promise that Foe was the most skilled at cooking and distributing cocaine


Since we was yay high
We have been involved in drug dealing since we were young


Im in love with that life
I am enamored with the drug dealer lifestyle


Dont hate me 'cause that bastard that I am
Do not despise me for being a thug


Is just the thug in me rite
My inclination towards violence is a part of my identity as a gang member


Lord I cant figure it out
I cannot understand why God has taken away my friend


Why you took my nigga from me
Why did you allow my friend to die?


We out here huggin the block
We are here on the streets, selling drugs and making money


All night tryna get this money
We work tirelessly to earn a living


You already know who it is
You are aware of my identity as a rapper


And how I play the game
You know my approach to the music industry


Wat you think im suppose to change
Do you expect me to alter my behavior?


'cause I fuk wit game
Because I am affiliated with fellow rapper The Game


Im addicted to these streets
I am unable to quit the drug dealing lifestyle


And this beat is automatic
This instrumental is effortlessly inspiring me to rap


Dont speak if you dont wats static(?),
Do not talk if you are not prepared for the violence that may ensue


Say we hit you nigga
If we assault you, we will likely shoot you with an AK-47


Gotta team of young niggas
I have a group of young associates who are willing to commit violent acts


That come and get you nigga
Who will attack you if necessary


Grippin 2 2 3's until they flip you nigga
Carrying firearms in order to kill


21 gunshots and new real thugs n killas
The sound of gunshots is the soundtrack to the lifestyle of my associates


Hey you know I clear the block for my nigga my nigga
I take action to protect those close to me


By any means neccessary
I will do whatever it takes to survive


Clear of galride til we berry(???) yea
Escape the authorities until we die


Rest in peace bim day(?),
Rest in peace friend


I serve the whole world to bring ya back
I would do anything to bring my friend back to life


U know what were my love is at
You know where my heart lies


Young playa real homie
I am a young person who is loyal to my associates


You got to feel homie
You understand my perspective


And rite now my nigga to hot to chill homie
I am too filled with emotions to be calm


You know that deal homie
You are familiar with the situation


Jus keepin it real homie
I am simply being honest


And ima ride 44
I will ride my motorcycle until I die


Until a nigga kill homie
Until I am killed by rivals


As hard as it is for me
It is very difficult for me


Homie I got to spit my hearts hurtin
I must express my emotional pain


Sumbody help me
I need help


My niggas not here no more
My friend is deceased


Billboard real ass nigga the worlds gonna miss you nigga
A respected person, you will be missed by many


You supposed to be here rite now
You are meant to be alive at this moment


Holdin a movie down
Taking care of business


But now I gotta mourn you now
But now I must grieve


Thug, im really not stable
As a gangster, I am not in a good mental state


Last we was watchin cable
When I last saw you, we were watching television


And I feel bout talkin bout rippin piece up(???)
And all I can do now is discuss violent acts


Wen you left I felt wierd as fuk
After you died, I felt incredibly strange


Next mornin my nigga game look sick as fuk
The next morning, my friend The Game looked very upset


I new rite there
I knew what had happened immediately


Then he said foe is dead
Then The Game informed me that Foe had passed away


Why you couldnt take me insteadd
Why did you not take me instead of him?


Damn
I am devastated




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Comments from YouTube:

dustindball

this is some gangsta shittt mangg thanks for the post!

TURZO

@WhiteBoy69thst The original beat is form Bee Gees

mrez1991

what song from bee gees is the beat from??

Sammy Chespa

Love you inside out - bee gees

pogromcadziwek k

snoop dogg - up & down

mack kaval

shoud hav been a female on the hook

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