Doin' Me
Trinidad James Lyrics


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[Intro:]
Lebron back home, throw the bouquet
That's the last thing I cheered for in, like, two days
Sometimes, I wish, wish I never knew fame
Got a deal and lost it, I'm back to doin' me!

[Hook:]
Hey, hey, hey, hey, I'm back to doin' me
Hey, hey, hey, hey, I'm back to doin' me now
Hey, hey, hey, hey, I'm back to doin' me
Hey, hey, hey, hey, I'm back to doin' me now

[Verse:]
I said, it's a chance that rapping won't work
And that my first hit could be my last verse
The people that was cheering for me, they won't cheer no mo'
And the niggas that said they love me, they don't care no mo'
I'm barely on, tryna get my niggas straight
Since so much I'm learning, nigga, learning to eliminate
So much burnt bridges, broken trust, tryna renovate
I can't trust these niggas, man, these haters take my energy
I'mma need to pray, yeah, I'mma need to pray
Like, Lord, please forgive me cause I don't know where I'm goin' now
Lord, please forgive me cause I don't know which road to go down
Lord, please forgive me cause I don't know how I'm feeling now
Don't know what to do and all I can do is be me
And, when you want that real, you gon' see me
I did it everybody else way, I'm back to doin' me!

[Hook:] (x2)

[Bridge 1]
I'm back to doin' me now
I'm back to doin' me
I'm back to me doin' now
I'm back to doin' me
I'm back to doin' me (x2)

[Verse 2:]
I'm back on that givin' no fucks shit
And less of that showing niggas love shit
Cause these niggas ain't got no love for me
These niggas ain't got no love for me
All I give a fuck about, my nigga, is my momma
Once she still smiling, nigga, then that's one less pronblem
I can't worry bout these niggas, man, who don't believe
They not original, Jame$, they a different breed
Ain't no fair games, nigga, ain't no referees
Goin' through some things and, Lord, I hope that you is there for me
I know I can't complain because it happened, then it's meant to be
Had a chance and want another, yeah, that's just the selfish me

[Bridge 2]
That's just the selfish me
That's just the selfish me
Lord, that's just the selfish me
I said, Lord, that's just the selfish me
That's just the selfish me but

[Hook:] (x2)

[Extended Bridge 1]
I'm back to doin' me now
I'm back to doin' me
I'm back to me doin' now




I'm back to doin' me
I'm back to doin' me (x4)

Overall Meaning

The song "Doin' Me" by Trinidad James is a reflection on his journey in the music industry. The song opens with a reference to LeBron James returning to his hometown of Cleveland, followed by Trinidad stating that he wishes he never knew fame. He laments the pressure that comes with fame and the fear of losing it all, as he contemplates the possibility that his first hit could be his last verse. He talks about the loss of support from fans and friends, the broken trust, and burnt bridges. Despite all these challenges, he is focused on getting his life back on track by staying true to himself and his roots. He is no longer concerned with pleasing everyone and is now back to "doin' me."


In the hook, Trinidad repeats the phrase "I'm back to doin' me" several times to emphasize his commitment to being true to himself, even if it means going against the status quo. In the bridge, he reinforces this statement by repeating it, further solidifying his intention to stay true to himself.


Overall, the song is a personal reflection on Trinidad's journey and the lessons he has learned along the way. It serves as a reminder that in the face of adversity, it's important to stay true to oneself and to never lose sight of one's values.


Line by Line Meaning

Lebron back home, throw the bouquet
Lebron James has returned to his hometown, and this is a celebratory moment.


That's the last thing I cheered for in, like, two days
The singer is indicating that he hasn't had anything else to be happy about in the past few days.


Sometimes, I wish, wish I never knew fame
The singer regrets becoming famous and wishes he could go back to a time before fame.


Got a deal and lost it, I'm back to doin' me!
The artist lost a record deal but is now going back to being true to himself and his own way of doing things.


I said, it's a chance that rapping won't work
The artist acknowledges that there is a possibility that his rapping career may not succeed.


And that my first hit could be my last verse
The singer is worried that his first popular song might be the last good song he ever makes.


The people that was cheering for me, they won't cheer no mo'
The singer has lost support from people who used to cheer for him.


And the niggas that said they love me, they don't care no mo'
The artist's friends or acquaintances who claimed to love him have stopped caring about him.


I'm barely on, tryna get my niggas straight
The artist is struggling to become successful and support his crew financially.


Since so much I'm learning, nigga, learning to eliminate
The artist has been learning to cut out negative influences from his life.


So much burnt bridges, broken trust, tryna renovate
The singer has had a lot of personal relationships that have been damaged, but he's trying to repair them.


I can't trust these niggas, man, these haters take my energy
The artist doesn't trust the people around him because they bring negativity into his life.


I'mma need to pray, yeah, I'mma need to pray
The singer realizes that he needs to rely on a higher power for guidance and support.


Like, Lord, please forgive me cause I don't know where I'm goin' now
The singer is asking for forgiveness from God because he feels lost and unsure about the direction of his life.


Lord, please forgive me cause I don't know which road to go down
The singer is seeking guidance from God because he is unsure about which path to take in life.


Lord, please forgive me cause I don't know how I'm feeling now
The artist is asking for forgiveness because he is emotionally confused and doesn't know how to feel.


Don't know what to do and all I can do is be me
The artist is struggling with his identity but believes that the only way forward is to be true to himself.


And, when you want that real, you gon' see me
The singer is proclaiming that he is authentic and genuine and that people will recognize it when they see it.


I did it everybody else way, I'm back to doin' me!
The singer has tried to please others and conform to their expectations, but now he's going back to being true to himself.


I'm back on that givin' no fucks shit
The artist is going back to not caring what others think and doing what he wants to do.


And less of that showing niggas love shit
The artist will be showing less affection to others who haven't shown love to him.


Cause these niggas ain't got no love for me
The artist believes that the people he's referring to don't really care about him.


All I give a fuck about, my nigga, is my momma
Other than himself, the singer only cares about his mom and making sure she's happy and taken care of.


Once she still smiling, nigga, then that's one less pronblem
The artist's mom being happy is important to him because it's one less thing he has to worry about.


I can't worry bout these niggas, man, who don't believe
The singer is not going to worry about people who don't believe in him.


They not original, Jame$, they a different breed
The singer is asserting that he is original and unique compared to others who are copying him or not being true to themselves.


Ain't no fair games, nigga, ain't no referees
The singer doesn't believe there is a level playing field and that no one is there to make sure things are fair.


Goin' through some things and, Lord, I hope that you is there for me
The artist is hoping that God will help him through whatever challenges he is facing.


I know I can't complain because it happened, then it's meant to be
The artist is acknowledging that things have happened for a reason and he shouldn't complain about them.


Had a chance and want another, yeah, that's just the selfish me
The singer is admitting that he is being selfish by wanting another chance after already having one and losing it.




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Comments from YouTube:

Ronald Chatman

Damn Trinidad you save my life with that give no fucks song. I was going to either jump in front of traffic on a freeway or a moving train but when I heard that song you gave me so much hope. I don't want to die now, I would rather be here on earth facing that man in the mirror.now you come with this song. Thank you Trinidad. Please keep making positive music like this because your music really help me out when I was in my darkest hours. I get it now the only person I can please is myself

AMERICAN KING

Ronald Chatman church πŸ’ͺ nothing is worth losing your life! Glad to hear something made you wanna live!!!

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poetryjesus

Much love Trinidad keep grindin

GFXWard

Love this song!! I'll definitely be blasting this today! Shout out to T. James, keep doing your thing, big fan of your work.

Shayna Phoenix

the best thing about being a true artist is our individual evolution.. I love you Trinidad keep going baby !! xoxo Bless UP

shadowblack10

Best work you've done in a minute James I gotta say

KRthehomie

This needs to be on the radio

Mike Rob

Still bumping till this day!!!! I need some new music my guy... it's crazy when u came out mfs said u didn't have it. Compared to 90 percent of artist out now you got it. Yo words n stories hit hard. Wish I could of got a track in with u when I was in atl. Keep Going bro

Tora Carter

I watch this EVERYDAY!!!

Armand B

I was on this track early! So glad Trinidad made a video for this song!!! GOLD GANG!

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