We Got Normal
The Gero-P Lyrics

My block, we got everything
Our neighborhood has access to all kinds of illegal and unethical things like drugs, fake goods, stolen items, and even government assistance.

Coke, dope, smoke, pills
There is a wide variety of illicit substances available for purchase.

Bootleg phones, computers
Even electronic devices can be bought cheaply and illegally in our area.

Cars, hoes, cameras
Luxury goods like cars and cameras can also be procured through illicit means, along with women who can be paid for sex.

Welfare cards, everything
Even government aid programs are taken advantage of and abused to supplement income.

He's on that East shit, yes, specifically New York (specifically)
The artist is from New York and represents the East Coast music scene.

Niggas know we rhyme well but he don't like to talk
There is a sense of modesty and humility in their approach to their rap skills.

He don't like foul shit and rappers like pork (fact)
They avoid participating in immoral or distasteful behavior, and criticizes other rappers who do.

Hit you with the hawk if I ain't got the forth
If they don't have a gun, they will attack with any weapon they can find.

Hit you with the gemstar if I ain't got the hawk
If they don't have a gun or a more powerful weapon, they will still find a way to harm you.

From the land of the lost, where we in and outta court
They come from a place where legal trouble is common, and they have often found themselves in court.

Shoot shit like it's a sport, niggas hustle from them shores
Violence and illegal activity is prevalent in their community, and people engage in these behaviors to make money.

Keep the hammer in your parka
It is common to carry a gun, even when it's cold.

If you parked by the court, I'm on the back block
If you're parked around the basketball court, they are likely to be in the nearby area.

Then it's layin' on the porch 'cause I'm probably drunk as shit
They may leave the gun outside on the porch because they are too intoxicated to handle it responsibly.

Lil' homie got the burner and he'll let that shit scorch
They have younger associates who also carry guns and are willing to use them.

We don't give a fuck, you would swear that we was raised wrong
They do not care about societal norms or expectations, and people might assume they were not taught to behave appropriately.

Momma did good but I need that money yay long
Their mother may have raised them right, but they still feel the need to make money in illegal ways.

Homie got a key flip, homie got a lick line
They know people who sell drugs in large quantities and people who commit robberies.

All I needs a mask and a scale, I'ma get mine
With just a few tools like a mask and a scale, they are able to make money in their chosen line of work.

Sittin' in that champagne six, lookin' big time
They have achieved a level of success, and are proud to be able to afford luxuries like expensive cars.

Nina throw a couple at you, still I love my eight shot
They are able to afford both higher-end and lower-end guns.

Pistol at the dice game, bet I make the bank stop
They are not above using violence to win money in illegal gambling games.

Razor in my North Face, .38 under my tank top
They always carry weapons on their person, even in their clothing.

Homicide rate gon' rise the same day that this tape drop
They have a reputation for violence, which may be reflected in their music.

Five times a day I pray, just me and the Allah talk
Despite their illegal activities, they still feel a connection to their religion and find time to pray throughout the day.

I ain't have a car, smokers tried to sell me a car part
They were too poor to afford a car, and people tried to sell them car parts to fix up a car themselves.

On Instagram, they postin' hard, meet 'em and they talk soft
People on social media often boast about their achievements, but in person, they are not as impressive.

Thots, we at the Ramada, models, we at the Waldorf
They surround themselves with women who are willing to exchange sex for money or status, and they can afford to take these women to fancy hotels.

Get nervous when I see cops, from the dirt, D-Block
They have a lot of experience with police, and are wary of them.

This CL Smooth, tryna get high, we got that Pete Rock
They are making a reference to famous rappers, but also suggesting that they are the new, upcoming artists who people will turn to for good music.

Them niggas killed my cousin so won't nothin' make the beef stop
They have an ongoing conflict with other people in their community, even though it has resulted in violence and death.

Even your mom see, nigga, I'm concrete, you sheet rock
They are tough and unrelenting, even in the face of criticism or disapproval from others, even from their own mothers.

Cops tried to line us, they stashed coke on the weed block
The police have tried to frame them for crimes, even planting incriminating evidence in their neighborhoods.

If Bent was goin' down, they have to meet Jock
If someone was getting arrested, they would have to report to the same prison, and they would still be connected.

They indited like three spots
The authorities have made arrests and brought charges against people in multiple locations in their community.

Tell my secrets to my dog, I never heard a dog talk
The artist keeps their private business to themselves, and trusts no one to keep their secrets safe except for their pet dog.

My block, we got everything, shit remind you of Walmart
They have easy access to goods and services in their community, similar to a major retail chain.

My block, we got everything, shit remind you of Walmart
They reiterate that their area has everything they need and more.

Tell my secrets to my dog, I never heard a dog talk
They repeat their belief that their dog is the only one they can fully trust with their personal information.

My block, we got everything, shit remind you of Walmart
They drive home the point that their neighborhood is overflowing with illegal activity and access to contraband.

My block, we got everything, shit remind you of Walmart
They complete their repetition, as if the idea of Walmart-like abundance is a source of pride for their neighborhood.

My block, we got everything, shit remind you of Walmart
Once again, they emphasize the abundance and easy access to everything they need and want in their community.

Tell my secrets to my dog, I never heard a dog talk
They repeat, almost as if it's a mantra that they have to keep their secrets safe from even the most unlikely sources.