Tears On The South Side
UNOTHEACTIVIST Lyrics


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Yeah (yeah) yeah (yeah)
I got more money than last year (yeah)
I'm like Neo in The Matrix
I thought I was lost in the Matrix (yeah)
I found out my way and I'm making it (yeah)
I found out my way and I'm making it
I found out my way and I'm making it
Lil Baby, the way I'm paid (yeah)
I got the chains today, enslaved it
These bitches, they all awaitin'
They gon' wait, they just gonna wait (yeah)
I said I'm making a way (yeah)
I know I'm making a way (yeah)
Girl, what you doin' today? (yeah)
Me and you gon' make a new way

I would shed a tear for the Southside, hey
Seventeen years, you get knocked off (Wait)
Thеse niggas
They be drippin' off thе knock-off (Oh)
I fucked him in the head
And now he sound soft (yeah)
I found a really cool way now to boss off
(yeah)
You wanna be the boss? Pay the cost now
You tried it
But the sauce in the vault's now
I'm thinkin' they was lost
In the sauce now, oh
Came from the bottom of the ship
The AMG, it got a sky view
I'm ahead of these niggas
A whole light-year (yeah)
And I know that they hate
Me when they're right here
And I know that they love
Me 'cause they're right here
And I see through these niggas
My diamonds clear (yeah)
Double C on my face, it's so crystal clear
(yeah)

Yeah (yeah) yeah (yeah)
I got more money than last year
I'm like Neo in The Matrix (What?)
I thought I was lost in the Matrix (What?)
I found out my way and I'm making it
I found out my way and I'm making it
I found out my way and I'm making it
Lil Baby, the way I'm paid
I got the chains today, enslaved it
These bitches, they all awaitin'
They gon' wait, they just gonna wait (yeah)
I said, I'm making a way
I know I'm making a way
Girl, what you doin' today?
Me and you gon' make a new way

Diamonds shine like Tori Vega, yeah (Sticky)
My overhead like it's Frazier, yeah
Gettin' racks in LA, this bitch on
The chase, she ride like Bentayga, yeah
Choppa pick 'em off
They think that I'm Moss
I feel like I'm Hugo, they hug on my boss
We pull up, minivan, the nicks and the drugs

They cannot get it, i don't fuck

She want me to save her, ain't got
Prayer, I am a player, yeah, yeah
Let her hit lil' Molly, she turn to a raver
They artificial, ain't no official flavors
These pockets got fat like
It's sponsored by navals, oh

This water 'round me like a Cayman, ooh
(yeah)

Yeah (yeah) yeah (yeah)
I got more money than last year
I'm like Neo in The Matrix (What?)
I thought I was lost in the Matrix (What?)
I found out my way and I'm making it
I found out my way and I'm making it
I found out my way and I'm making it
Lil Baby, the way I'm paid
I got the chains today, enslaved it
These bitches, they all awaitin'
They gon' wait, they just gonna wait (yeah)
I said I'm making a way
I know I'm making a way




Girl, what you doin' today? (What?)
Me and you gon' make a new way

Overall Meaning

In "Tears On The South Side," UnoTheActivist reflects on his journey and success, expressing his growth and liberation from past struggles. He starts by asserting his financial progress, stating that he now has more money compared to the previous year. He compares himself to Neo, the singer in the movie The Matrix, symbolizing his realization that he was once lost but has now found his way. He is determined to make it in life and emphasizes the satisfaction he feels from his achievements.


UnoTheActivist also addresses his relationship with women. He mentions that they are waiting for him, implying that he has options and can choose who to be with. He confidently declares his ability to pave a new path, inviting a girl to join him in creating a new future.


The chorus repeats the theme of growth and success. UnoTheActivist reiterates his financial improvement and emphasizes his newfound freedom by mentioning the chains he acquired that now symbolize his enslavement to success. He acknowledges the women patiently waiting for him and confidently states that they will continue to wait.


Throughout the song, UnoTheActivist showcases his self-assured attitude, highlighting his journey of personal growth, financial advancement, and the opportunities that lie ahead.


Line by Line Meaning

Yeah (yeah) yeah (yeah)
Expressing agreement and enthusiasm


I got more money than last year (yeah)
I have increased my wealth compared to the previous year


I'm like Neo in The Matrix
I feel like a powerful and influential figure, capable of navigating through challenges


I thought I was lost in the Matrix (yeah)
I believed I had lost my way and felt trapped in a difficult situation


I found out my way and I'm making it (yeah)
I discovered my own path and I'm becoming successful


Lil Baby, the way I'm paid (yeah)
In a similar way to Lil Baby, I'm earning a significant amount of money


I got the chains today, enslaved it
I acquired expensive jewelry, showcasing my wealth and success


These bitches, they all awaitin'
These women are eagerly anticipating my presence


They gon' wait, they just gonna wait (yeah)
They will patiently wait for me


I said I'm making a way (yeah)
I confidently declare that I'm creating a path for myself


I know I'm making a way (yeah)
I am fully aware that I'm paving my own path to success


Girl, what you doin' today? (yeah)
Hey, what are your plans for today, girl?


Me and you gon' make a new way
Together, we will carve out a new path for ourselves


I would shed a tear for the Southside, hey
I would express deep emotion and empathy for the struggles and hardships faced by the Southside community


Seventeen years, you get knocked off (Wait)
Seventeen years of age is a vulnerable and dangerous time


These niggas, they be drippin' off the knock-off (Oh)
These individuals are flaunting fake or imitation products


I fucked him in the head, And now he sound soft (yeah)
I deceived and manipulated him mentally, causing him to lose confidence and appear weak


I found a really cool way now to boss off (yeah)
I discovered a unique and effective method to assert my authority and dominance


You wanna be the boss? Pay the cost now
If you desire to be in charge, you must face the challenges and sacrifices that come with it


You tried it, But the sauce in the vault's now
You attempted to imitate my style, but the true essence and authenticity is now locked away


I'm thinkin' they was lost, In the sauce now, oh
I believe they were misguided, overwhelmed, and influenced by fashionable trends


Came from the bottom of the ship, The AMG, it got a sky view
I originated from a disadvantaged position, but now my luxury car provides me with an elevated perspective


I'm ahead of these niggas, A whole light-year (yeah)
I am far superior and more advanced than these individuals


And I know that they hate, Me when they're right here
I am aware that they dislike me, even though they are physically present


And I know that they love, Me 'cause they're right here
I understand that they secretly admire and adore me because they are in close proximity


And I see through these niggas, My diamonds clear (yeah)
I can easily see past the deceit and falsehoods of these individuals, my expensive diamonds symbolize my clarity


Double C on my face, it's so crystal clear (yeah)
The Double C logo on my face is highly visible and represents my luxury lifestyle


Diamonds shine like Tori Vega, yeah (Sticky)
My diamonds sparkle brightly and resemble the shine of Tori Vega, a character from a TV show


My overhead like it's Frazier, yeah
My expenses and financial obligations are comparable to the costs associated with famous boxer Joe Frazier


Gettin' racks in LA, this bitch on The chase, she ride like Bentayga, yeah
I am accumulating a significant amount of money in Los Angeles, and this woman pursues wealth and success with me, riding in a luxurious Bentley Bentayga


Choppa pick 'em off, They think that I'm Moss
I eliminate my enemies with a firearm, and they mistakenly believe that I am Randy Moss, a former NFL player


I feel like I'm Hugo, they hug on my boss
I feel like a leader and authority figure, as they seek affirmation and support from me


We pull up, minivan, The nicks and the drugs
We arrive in a minivan, carrying narcotics and illegal substances


They cannot get it, I don't fuck
They cannot comprehend my level of success, I don't engage in sexual activities with them


She want me to save her, ain't got Prayer, I am a player, yeah, yeah
She desires for me to rescue and protect her, but I am not capable of offering spiritual guidance. I am a player, pursuing multiple romantic relationships


Let her hit lil' Molly, she turn to a raver
Allowing her to consume the drug MDMA (commonly referred to as Molly) results in her transforming into an enthusiastic party-goer


They artificial, ain't no official flavors
They are inauthentic and lack genuine qualities, similar to artificial flavors


These pockets got fat like, It's sponsored by navals, oh
My pockets are filled with wealth to the point of excess, as if they are sponsored by naval organizations


This water 'round me like a Cayman, ooh (yeah)
My expensive jewelry and wealth create a sense of luxury and opulence, resembling the clear water surrounding a Cayman Island


Yeah (yeah) yeah (yeah)
Expressing agreement and enthusiasm


I got more money than last year
I have increased my wealth compared to the previous year


I'm like Neo in The Matrix (What?)
I feel like a powerful and influential figure, capable of navigating through challenges


I thought I was lost in the Matrix (What?)
I believed I had lost my way and felt trapped in a difficult situation


I found out my way and I'm making it
I discovered my own path and I'm becoming successful


I found out my way and I'm making it
I discovered my own path and I'm becoming successful


I found out my way and I'm making it
I discovered my own path and I'm becoming successful


Lil Baby, the way I'm paid
Similar to Lil Baby, I am earning a significant amount of money


I got the chains today, enslaved it
I acquired expensive jewelry, showcasing my wealth and success


These bitches, they all awaitin'
These women are eagerly anticipating my presence


They gon' wait, they just gonna wait (yeah)
They will patiently wait for me


I said, I'm making a way
I confidently declare that I'm creating a path for myself


I know I'm making a way
I am fully aware that I'm paving my own path to success


Girl, what you doin' today?
Hey, what are your plans for today, girl?


Me and you gon' make a new way
Together, we will carve out a new path for ourselves




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: TROY LANE, UNKNOWN WRITER

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