Thug Holiday
Trick Daddy Lyrics

Thug holiday, go ahead you can cry this up right baby
A time for reflection and remembrance of those lost in the struggle, dedicated to specific loved ones.

Everything gone be gravy later, that's right
Despite the hardships and difficulties faced by those in the struggle, things will eventually turn out alright.

This the time when we take time to remember
Time for reflection and recalling of the past and those lost during the struggle.

All the loved ones we lost in the struggle you know
Remembering all of those who have passed while fighting for the cause.

I dedicate this to my brother Hollywood, Toby, Bam
A dedication to specific loved ones who have passed.

My dog Itchy and Lil Trav, I dedicate this to the struggle
A dedication to loved ones who have passed and the overall struggle they were fighting for.

Everybody in the county jail, state penn, check it out
Including those who are still fighting for the struggle and justice from within the jails.

Here go one for bad luck, hell against that a nigga wouldn't have none
Acknowledging the tough times one goes through and how it shapes them in the long run.

But when I think about it, what would I be without my gun
Feeling the need to rely on weaponry for protection and safety.

How could I, get away from the po-po's, if a, nigga couldn't run
Feeling the need to always be one step ahead of the justice system.

And how was I given a daughter when I always prayed for a son
Reflecting on the unpredictability of life and how things often turn out differently than we planned.

Life is crazy ain't it, sometimes I even think the same thing
Acknowledging the chaos and unpredictability of life, even for those in the struggle.

I've been waiting on freeing the ring hell but ain't a thang changed
Despite waiting for change, the struggle and hardships continue to exist.

And I lost my brother in the struggle, and then he lost his mother
Reflecting on the loss and grief experienced as a result of the struggle.

And I'm thinking about it who's mine's who gone raise my brother
Worried about who will guide and teach loved ones who remain after those lost in the struggle.

Not to be a thug, stay in school, don't use drugs
Wanting to instill positive values in the younger generation to avoid the same struggles.

Who'll teach him right from wrong and show them boys, true love
Worried about who will be there to show the younger generation how to live a positive and loving life.

So I pray for the better days, face the bomb had a run-a-ways
Holding onto hope for a better future and to avoid the pain of losing loved ones in the struggle.

And, I put my guns away and I pray for peace on Sundays, it's crazy ain't it
Optimistic for peace and looking for a break from the hardships of the struggle.

Just like the soldiers, that ain't coming home this year
Honoring the sacrifice and loss of those who have lost their lives in the struggle.

Just like the fellas, in prison, we miss you so much for real
Remembering those who are still fighting for the struggle, but are unable to be physically with loved ones.

What about the children, who ran away, that ain't coming home today
Remembering and acknowledging the loss and pain of those who have run away from home and the situation they were in.

Here's a message from coast to coast
A message to everyone, no matter where they are.

Cause when them thugs really need it the most a thug holiday
Coming together and looking for a break from the hardships of the struggle in the form of a 'thug holiday.'

Here go one for, all these killings and all these conflicts in religion
Acknowledging the violence and conflict that exists within different religious groups.

See the mothers, Jews and Christians but know they are all God's children
Seeing the unity and compassion within families and recognizing that all religions are still God's children.

There's only, one him, plus ain't none of y'all confronting him
Recognizing that there is only one God and being unable to fully understand or challenge his ways.

So blind in our own minds we wouldn't even know God if we confronted him
Acknowledging the difficulty and limitations of understanding God's ways and existence.

And, I read your books know all your remixes to the bottom
Knowing the teachings and interpretations of religious texts and still struggling to fully understand them.

What about a, verse for the thugs curled with drugs and survival
Asking for a recognition and representation of those in the struggle who have turned to drugs or illegal means for survival.

That's asking chapels naming Martin, Malcolm and Faricon
Asking religious leaders with influence, such as Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and Louis Farrakhan, to recognize and represent those in the struggle.

In all my history books, only one died was the Americans
Reflecting on the loss and sacrifice of Americans in wars, but also acknowledging the thousands of others who have died in wars throughout history.

And, that's point of my, who's responsible for Vietnam
Pointing out the difficulty of understanding who is responsible for tragedies and conflicts like the Vietnam War.

And, hold on there's more, we had two World Wars
Reflecting on the major losses and bloodshed experienced during the world wars.

And, how come the judges make more than the teachers is making
Questioning the fairness and value placed on certain professions and job titles.

When they the ones raising all the taxes and got us fighting for education
Pointing out the irony and confusion of being taxed for education but not being properly compensated for educating the next generation.

So many tears, through out the years
Recognizing the long history of pain and loss experienced by those in the struggle.

Somebody tell me what's going on
Asking for an explanation or understanding of the continued struggle and hardships.

And so many liiives, but only God knows
Reflecting on the countless lives lost or struggling within the larger context of God's understanding and plan.

About the pain deep inside
Acknowledging the emotional and psychological pain experienced by those in the struggle.

It gets so hard, you got to keep your head up
Encouraging perseverance and strength in order to continue despite the difficulties of the struggle.

I know you're fed up, but stay strong
Acknowledging the frustration and weariness in the struggle, but still urging for strength and perseverance.

This is for my people in the ghetto
Addressing and speaking directly to those in the struggle and living within the ghetto.

I'm calling out, calling out
Calling for attention and recognition of the continued struggle and hardships faced by those in the ghetto.

To all my thugs in the ghetto
Speaking directly to those who feel a part of the struggle and living in the ghetto.

It gets hard sometimes, but you
Acknowledging the difficulties and challenges faced in the struggle.

Got to keep your head up, and be strong
Encouraging strength and perseverance in the face of adversity and struggle.