Take the Q Train
The Quiett Lyrics

The lyrics of The Quiett's song "Take the Q Train" delves into the artist's childhood memories and struggles growing up. The first verse describes a dark and cramped room that is filled with anxiety, and the heavy clouds pouring rain. The artist draws a small cross on his forehead and chest, reminiscent of a practice from his childhood. He recalls listening to an old radio during rainy days, wishing for clear skies. The outside of his house is filled with thunder, and he misses his absent mother wiping away his tears. He covers himself with a blanket and sighs deeply, feeling tormented even by his own shadow. In secret, he reaches out to turn up the volume of the radio, seeking solace in the music that grows louder than the sound of rain and tears. He looks out the small window, searching for hidden words in the sound of rain.

As the rain finally stops, the sky becomes clear and stars start to shine like small cups. The artist has named one of the stars "Geumdungi," a black dog, and even though he doesn't know what happiness truly means, he still feels happy. The artist reflects on being a fearful child, realizing that the world didn't become his fence. His young eyes see the world in ashen colors, with endless questions and no answers. People on TV are always laughing, but his parents are always crying. He questions what happiness means, mentioning his father's letters and the sadness that fills his eyes. Apologies are the only words spoken, but there are no sad stories, so why does sadness keep persisting? On rainy nights, the artist feels like a big child, physically growing but still a nine-year-old inside.

In the last verse, the artist reveals that he has written a poem by gathering memories and thoughts. Occasionally, he is haunted by past events that have already ended. The artist now exchanges his hidden memories for the microphone, finding himself holding a dark-colored mic, rapping on stage. He surprises everyone with his lyrics and flows. He reflects on destiny, something a child wouldn't have known. The radio that the child used to sing along with when he cried has traveled through time and transformed into a tough city where he confidently walks. He knows that he was always on the path of the child. He reveals his hidden secrets through his lyrics, writing songs that express the difficult sorrows and struggles he has faced. He encourages the listener to nod along, acknowledging the journey that brought him to this point.