Against All Odds
Tupac (Makaveli) Lyrics

To my niggas that went out in the line of duty
This is dedicated to the ones who lost their lives serving their community

21 gun salute
A symbolic tribute to honor the fallen

One love, one thug, one nation (let's get down, let's do this)
We are united as a brotherhood, ready to take action and stand together

All the time I be hoping my true motherfuckers know
I constantly hope that my real friends understand

This be the realest shit I ever wrote (against all odds)
These lyrics express my unfiltered and most authentic thoughts (despite facing challenges)

Up in the studio, getting blowed
I'm in the studio, relaxing and enjoying myself

To the truest shit I ever spoke
These are the most honest words I've ever spoken

21 gun salute, dressed in fatigues, black jeans and boots
I pay my respects while wearing military-inspired attire

I just appeared in the crowd, all you seen was troops
When I entered the scene, it was like an army had arrived

This little nigga named Nas think he live like me
Nas believes he can parallel my lifestyle

He talk about he left the hospital, took five like me
He claims to have experienced the same hardships and resilience as me

You living fantasies, nigga, I reject your deposit
You're living in a false reality, and I refuse to accept your imitation

We shook Dre punk ass, now he out of the closet
We exposed Dr. Dre's true nature, forcing him to reveal his secrets

Mobb Deep wonder why a nigga blowed 'em out
Mobb Deep is left wondering why they faced such heavy retaliation

Next time grown folks talking, nigga, close your mouth
Learn to keep quiet when adults are having a conversation

Peep me, I take this war shit deeply
Pay attention, I am deeply involved in this warfare

Done seen too many real players fall to let these bitch niggas to beat me
I've witnessed many talented individuals being defeated, and I won't let these weak individuals best me

Puffy, let's be honest you a punk or you will see me with gloves?
Puffy, let's tell the truth, are you a coward or will you face me in a fight?

Remember that shit you said to Vibe about me being a thug?
Don't forget the disrespectful comments you made about me being a tough individual in your interview with Vibe magazine

And you can tell the people you roll with whatever you want
You are free to share whatever narrative you want with your entourage

But you and I know what's going on
We both understand the truth of the situation

Payback, I knew you bitch niggas from way back
This is payback, I've known you weak individuals for a long time

Witness me strapped with MAC's, knew I wouldn't play that
You saw me armed with MAC-10 pistols, you knew I wouldn't hesitate to use them

All you old rappers tryin' to advance
All the veteran rappers attempting to make progress

It's all over now, take it like a man (trick ass square)
Your time is up, face the consequences with dignity (insincere and weak individual)

Niggas looking like, Larry Holmes, flabby and sick (look at De La Soul)
You old rappers appear out of shape and unwell (referencing De La Soul)

Tryna player hate on my shit, you can eat a fat dick
Attempting to hate on my success, you deserve nothing but disrespect

Let it be known, this how you made me
Understand that your actions shaped me into who I am today

Lovin' how I got you niggas crazy (nigga)
Enjoying the fact that I drive you insane

I heard he was light skinned, stocky, with a Haitian accent
There were rumors of a man with specific physical features and a Haitian accent

Jewelry, fast cars and he's known for flashing (what's his name?)
He's recognized for his flashy lifestyle involving expensive jewelry and fast cars (asking for his name)

Listen while I take you back and lace this rap (nigga, say his name)
Pay attention as I recount and craft this rap (demanding to hear his name)

A real live tale about a snitch named Haitian Jack
This is a true story about a snitch called Haitian Jack

Knew he was working for the feds, same crime, different trial (I knew it)
I knew he was cooperating with law enforcement, facing similar charges in a separate trial

Nigga, picture what he said, and did I mention
Imagine the things he said, and did I forget to mention

Promised to payback, Jimmy Henchmen, in due time
He vowed to seek revenge on Jimmy Henchmen at the right moment

I knew you bitch niggas is listening, the world is mine
I knew you weak individuals were listening, and I have control over everything

Set me up, wet me up, niggas stuck me up (I'm back)
They planned a trap, shot me multiple times, but I survived (and I'm back)

Heard the guns bust, but you tricks never shut me up (I'm back)
Despite hearing the sound of gunshots, you couldn't silence me (and I'm back)

Touch one of mine, on everything I own
Harm any of my loved ones, and I swear on everything I possess

I will destroy everything you touch, play the game, nigga
I will ruin everything you come into contact with, understand the consequences

All out warfare, eye for eye
This is a full-blown war, seeking vengeance equal to the harm inflicted

Last words to a bitch nigga, why you lie?
My final message to a deceitful individual, why do you insist on lying?

Now you gotta watch your back, now watch your front
You must be cautious of both your rear and front in terms of potential threats

Here we come, gunshots to Tut, now you stuck
We are approaching, firing shots at Tut, now you're trapped

Fuck the rap game nigga, nigga, this M.O.B
I don't care about the rap industry, this is all about Money Over Bitches (M.O.B)

So believe me, we enemies
Understand that we are now sworn enemies

I'm hoping my true motherfuckers know
I have faith that my loyal friends understand

This be the realest shit I ever wrote (nigga)
This is the most genuine and authentic piece I've ever written

I heard he was light skinned, stocky, with a Haitian accent
There were rumors of a man with specific physical features and a Haitian accent

Jewelry, fast cars and he's known for flashing (what's his name?)
He's recognized for his flashy lifestyle involving expensive jewelry and fast cars (asking for his name)

Listen while I take you back and lace this rap (nigga, say his name)
Pay attention as I recount and craft this rap (demanding to hear his name)

A real live tale about a snitch named Haitian Jack
This is a true story about a snitch called Haitian Jack

Knew he was working for the feds, same crime, different trial (I knew it)
I knew he was cooperating with law enforcement, facing similar charges in a separate trial

Nigga, picture what he said, and did I mention
Imagine the things he said, and did I forget to mention

Promised to payback, Jimmy Henchmen, in due time
He vowed to seek revenge on Jimmy Henchmen at the right moment

I knew you bitch niggas is listening, the world is mine
I knew you weak individuals were listening, and I have control over everything

Set me up, wet me up, niggas stuck me up (I'm back)
They planned a trap, shot me multiple times, but I survived (and I'm back)

Heard the guns bust, but you tricks never shut me up (I'm back)
Despite hearing the sound of gunshots, you couldn't silence me (and I'm back)

Touch one of mine, on everything I own
Harm any of my loved ones, and I swear on everything I possess

I will destroy everything you touch, play the game, nigga
I will ruin everything you come into contact with, understand the consequences

All out warfare, eye for eye
This is a full-blown war, seeking vengeance equal to the harm inflicted

Last words to a bitch nigga, why you lie?
My final message to a deceitful individual, why do you insist on lying?

Now you gotta watch your back, now watch your front
You must be cautious of both your rear and front in terms of potential threats

Here we come, gunshots to Tut, now you stuck
We are approaching, firing shots at Tut, now you're trapped

Fuck the rap game nigga, nigga, this M.O.B
I don't care about the rap industry, this is all about Money Over Bitches (M.O.B)

So believe me, we enemies
Understand that we are now sworn enemies

I'm hoping my true motherfuckers know
I have faith that my loyal friends understand

This be the realest shit I ever wrote
This is the most genuine and authentic piece I've ever written

21 gun salute, one love to my true thug niggas (Outlaw! Outlaw! Outlaw!)
A final tribute and show of love to my loyal thug comrades (Outlaw! Outlaw! Outlaw!)

21 gun salute to my niggas that died in the line of duty
Another 21 gun salute to honor those who lost their lives serving their duty

Representin' to the fullest, being soldiers with military minds
We proudly represent, embodying a soldier's mentality

That play the rules of the game, 21 gun salute
We abide by the rules of the streets, paying our respect with another 21 gun salute

I salute you, my niggas, stay strong
I raise my glass to honor and support you, my comrades, remain resilient

I ride for you, I rhyme for you, I roll for you, it's all for you
I am dedicated to your cause, I create music for you, and I am willing to go to great lengths for you

To all you bitch made niggas, I'm comin' for you
For all you weak individuals, be ready for my retaliation

Against all odds, I don't care who the fuck you is, nigga
In the face of immense challenges, I fear no one, regardless of their status

You touch me, I'm at you
If you provoke me, I will confront you

I know you motherfuckers didn't think I forgot
I'm aware that some of you thought I had forgotten

Hell nah, I ain't forgot, nigga
Absolutely not, I haven't forgotten, my friend

I just remember what you told me
I recall the things you said to me

You said don't go to war unless I got my money right
You advised me not to engage in conflict unless I had my finances in order

Aight
Alright

I got my money right, nigga, now I want war
I've sorted out my financial situation, my friend, and now I am ready for war