The Campaign
The Specktators Lyrics

She said she loves me, but she don't want a kid like me
The singer's partner loves him but does not see a future with him due to his ambitious and risky pursuits.

She said she needs me, but she don't wanna mess around
The singer's partner values him, but also wants him to prioritize his goals and not get distracted.

And she knows, I don't blame her at all
The singer understands why their partner is hesitant and does not fault them for it.

But I gotta do this for me
The artist feels compelled to pursue their dreams even if it means sacrificing their relationship.

Uhh, just another dreamer
The artist acknowledges that their aspirations may seem unrealistic or naive to others.

The difference is; I won't stop until I get it
The singer is determined to achieve their dreams no matter the obstacles.

She been there for every step, wonders why I'm not committed
The singer's partner has supported them throughout their journey but is confused why they are not fully present in the relationship.

All that I can say is I been grinded
The artist has been working hard to achieve their goals.

And timing isn't everything but everything takes time and
The artist acknowledges that success cannot be rushed and requires patience.

She just wanna talk about all that we have in common;
The artist's partner wants to focus on their shared interests and experiences, while the artist wants to discuss their drive and goals.

I just wanna talk to my brothers about this mountain that we climbing'
The singer wants to talk to their friends who share their ambition and can relate to their journey.

This shit is getting real I can no longer pretend
The artist realizes that their goals are becoming more serious and that they can no longer ignore their impact on their personal life.

First I couldn't see the beginning, now I can't see the end
The singer's goals have become more complex and far-reaching, and they are no longer certain what the final outcome will be.

Don't hold me too closely, you knew me, don't know me
The singer warns their partner not to cling onto the past version of them as they have evolved into a different person.

Least that's what you told me again
The singer reminds their partner that they have already discussed this issue before.

You said you loved the old me but things changed
The artist's partner expressed love for their old self, but the artist has grown and changed since then.

You became lonely I'm sorry, I'm only a man
The artist acknowledges that their partner may feel disconnected and apologizes for their flaws as a human being.

I need that; Mulla, champagne
The singer desires wealth and lavish experiences to reward their hard work and success.

World tour, that campaign, that crew I came up with
The singer wants to go on tour with their friends who have supported them on their journey.

To make sure I can't change
The artist wants to maintain their authenticity and not be swayed by others or succumb to temptation.

Give back to my people, give back to my fam, give back to my studio and give back to my fans
The artist wants to show gratitude by giving back to those who have supported them.

Amen, Amen. 2: 30 a. m
The artist concludes their thoughts with a prayer or affirmation at a late hour when they are most reflective.

You sleeping now, you're young and I be sleeping when I'm dead
The singer's partner is currently resting and enjoying their youth, but the singer wants to work hard and rest when they die.

If I don't sleep when I'm behind it, I won't sleep when I'm ahead
The artist believes that they must work hard and never stop grinding in order to achieve their goals.

My competition in the mirror; I'm competing 'till the end
The singer views themselves as their biggest competition and plans to keep striving for success until the end of their life.

Hold on. Hold ooh-ooh-oon, where did all the time go?
The singer pauses and reflects on how quickly time has passed since they started pursuing their goals.

I know, I knooh-ooh-oow
The singer affirms their understanding and acceptance of the sacrifices they must make to achieve their dreams.

I said; I'll be there for you, lately I've been on my ooh-ooh-oown
The artist made a promise to their partner, but they have been largely absent due to their focus on their goals.

You deserve better (Better, Better, Better) than a kid a like me
The artist's partner deserves someone who can fully commit to them and prioritize their relationship, which the artist feels unable to do at the moment.

I-I-I can't stop the pain, I can't be your everything
The singer acknowledges that they cannot fully alleviate their partner's pain or provide everything they need emotionally.

My dudes, they depend on me, they bet on me, they get 'em things
The singer has friends who rely on them for support and success, which motivates them to keep working hard.

I'mma do it, yeah I'm sorry didn't mean to put you through it
The artist intends to achieve their goals even if it means causing difficulty or pain for their partner, whom they apologize to for this repercussion.

I still feel the same but everything around is moving, the room is spinnin', the ground is shakin'
The artist feels the same about their goals, but the impact on their personal life and external pressure is causing them anxiety and confusion.

The rumors spreading', the conversation is money making, they taking so long
The artist is experiencing rumors and discussions about their success or income, and they feel that they are taking too long to achieve their goals.

Fake friends; they have the patience to wait and they gone
The singer realizes that some people who appear to be friends are only interested in their success and will abandon them if it takes too long to achieve it.

This that shit that bring them back, I'll just shrug 'em move along
The artist's success or achievement will bring back those who abandoned them, but the artist does not plan on holding grudges or dwelling on it.

Quote me, I won't let nothin' slow me
The singer asserts that nothing will deter them from achieving their goals or slowing down their progress.

I think I care too much and so it's better that I'm lonely
The singer believes that their devotion to their goals and work may make it difficult to maintain close relationships and that they may be better off being alone.

Some people they provoke me, two year later they promote me
The singer uses criticism and provocation from others as motivation to work harder and prove them wrong, knowing that their success will eventually gain them support and attention.

Since, oh wait, I did it my way and don't anybody owe me
The artist acknowledges that their success was achieved through their own hard work and independent effort, and that they are not beholden to anyone for their accomplishments.

But they holler at a spittah, they know I got that flame
Despite their self-sufficiency, the artist recognizes that they have a talent or skill that others recognize and appreciate.

They put me on the show because they know I got that name
The singer's reputation and notoriety have afforded them opportunities to perform or showcase their talents.

But baby either way they sweatin'
Others may be jealous or envious of the singer's success or reputation, regardless of how it was achieved.

We gotta wait and see, all I know is that they threatenin'
The artist is unsure what others will do or say about their success, but they anticipate resistance or opposition.

All they've heard is what I give away for free
Others may underestimate the artist's worth or talent because they have given it away for free in the past, but they plan to change this and gain recognition for their work.

Oh my, right?
The artist expresses surprise at the challenges they are facing and the impact of their success.

It get like that, drop one verse and they quit like that
The singer comments on the fickle nature of fame or success, where people may quickly lose interest or abandon them after a single performance or work.

Least two years behind these old heads
The artist recognizes that they are still relatively young and inexperienced compared to older or more established artists or professionals.

But I'm ill and I'm still talkin' shit like that
Despite their relative youth, the singer is confident in their talent and ability to compete with more experienced individuals.

Bottom line; I'm doing me
The singer asserts their independence and commitment to their personal goals and priorities.

Bottom line; they know it
Others are aware of the singer's commitment to their personal goals and priorities.

Bottom line; I'm doing fine
The artist affirms their success and contentment with their current progress and achievements.

And gettin' where I'm going
The artist is confident that they are making progress towards their goals and will eventually achieve them.