Good Things Die
Ugly Heroes Lyrics


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With all the beauty in my life, hit the mic 'till the lights out
Bet Barrack play this in the White House when his wife's out
I got that good shit, purple with them orange veins
People say that yours taste like a wood chip
You rookies push shit, million dollar rapper, DiBiase on the mic
While you all is sloppy like the brothers Bushwack
Pop had put his cock in momma's bush back
In '78, the doc saw my face and tried to push back
Yeah helmets? all ribs broken
I'm an angel of death that taketh what the lord gives
What gives? Every written's all fibs
Ya'll bids phony, fishing in the dolphins
And mermaids, sayin' Burbank relevant
It's like using dog bags pickin' up the turd of an elephant
Sayin' you ain't feelin' it, you full of shit, fell in it
Wipe off and shut your mic off before I yell in it

See any day could be your last, quit living in the past kid
You want drama, take a class, get your phd
See any moment I could pop out and leave you seein' asterisks
Cause when it comes to spittin' raps I got my phd

Now Verbal's said he's having fun
So I say fuck it let me join in no avoidin' it, appointed let the static run
These half-a-ton rappers claiming they ready
I have the sun wrapped around my neck, chain gettin' heavy
I got the planets aligning with the planning to sign it
Then have them standing in line to see me ranting and rhyming
They gassing you up with all those additives lying
You buying that shit, what kind of fucking planet am I in?
I'm off that, respect gettin' respect it's nothing left for the rest
I fucking called it so I'm getting it next
I got the shit to make it fucking feel something deep and something real
Surface-level rappers wonder why they don't fucking appeal
We give them real shit, real shit
I want to be that rapper that they feel like they could go get a meal with




Or split a cab with or share a tab with
My mother call me Chris, I give a fuck about this rap shit

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ugly Heroes's song Good Things Die in 2-3 explore the life of the rapper and his experiences with the music industry. He starts off by saying that despite all the beauty in his life, he still feels the need to hit the mic until the lights go out. He mentions that even Barack Obama could play his music in the White House when his wife is away. The rapper is proud of his skills and the quality of his music, which he describes as the "good shit" that tastes so much better than the "wood chips" that the rookies in the industry are pushing. He also refers to himself as the "angel of death" who takes what the lord gives him, implying that he is unstoppable and destined for greatness.


The song also touches on the rapper's personal life, as he mentions his birth and how the doctor tried to push back when he saw his face. The rapper also talks about the struggles he has faced in getting where he is today, including broken ribs and people trying to hold him back. In the second verse, the rapper discusses the importance of living in the present and not dwelling on the past. He also mentions his passion for rap and his desire to be a rapper who connects with his fans on a deep, personal level.


Overall, the lyrics of Ugly Heroes's song Good Things Die in 2-3 are a reflection of the rapper's experiences and emotions. He is proud of his skills and his music, but he is also aware of the challenges he has faced and the hard work it takes to succeed in the music industry.


Line by Line Meaning

With all the beauty in my life, hit the mic 'till the lights out
Despite having many good things in life, I still pour my heart into music until exhaustion.


Bet Barrack play this in the White House when his wife's out
This song is so good that even the president would enjoy it on his down time.


I got that good shit, purple with them orange veins
The quality of my music is top-notch, akin to weed with purple and orange hues.


People say that yours taste like a wood chip
Other artists' music is compared to the unpleasant taste and texture of a wood chip.


You rookies push shit, million dollar rapper, DiBiase on the mic
In comparison to my talent, other artists are amateur and unsatisfying despite being millionaires, like the wrestler DiBiase on the microphone.


While you all is sloppy like the brothers Bushwack
Other artists are unskilled and messy like the Bushwackers, a wrestling duo known for their brutish nature.


Pop had put his cock in momma's bush back
A crude reference to the singer's origin and his father's sexual history with his mother.


In '78, the doc saw my face and tried to push back
Even doctors were overwhelmed by the singer's appearance at birth, showing his unique and striking physical presence.


Yeah helmets? all ribs broken
An injury related to his impressive stature, implying that a helmet would not suffice due to his size.


I'm an angel of death that taketh what the lord gives
The singer sees himself as an agent of fate, taking whatever life offers him.


What gives? Every written's all fibs
Other artists' lyrics are full of lies and falsehoods, while his own are honest and genuine.


Ya'll bids phony, fishing in the dolphins
Other artists' attempts at authenticity are fake and unoriginal, like fishing for dolphins which are not meant to be caught.


And mermaids, sayin' Burbank relevant
Other artists try to appeal to a broad audience with irrelevant and trivial references to places like Burbank.


It's like using dog bags pickin' up the turd of an elephant
Trying to clean up or fix other artists' music is like using a flimsy dog bag to pick up the massive waste of an elephant.


Sayin' you ain't feelin' it, you full of shit, fell in it
Those who claim not to enjoy his music are disingenuous or deceitful, suggesting they are deeply invested in it despite their denial.


Wipe off and shut your mic off before I yell in it
Stop performing or recording immediately before I criticize or embarrass you publicly.


See any day could be your last, quit living in the past kid
Reminding others to live in the present and enjoy each day as if it were their last.


You want drama, take a class, get your phd
If you seek conflict or confrontation, become an expert at it rather than starting pointless fights.


See any moment I could pop out and leave you seein' asterisks
The singer is unpredictable and capable of surprising others, possibly knocking them unconscious or making them believe they have seen stars.


Cause when it comes to spittin' raps I got my phd
He is an expert at rapping, equating his mastery to a PhD degree.


Now Verbal's said he's having fun
Another artist, Verbal, is enjoying himself and having a good time.


So I say fuck it let me join in no avoidin' it, appointed let the static run
The singer decides to participate and have fun with Verbal and others, disregarding any potential issues and letting the music flow.


These half-a-ton rappers claiming they ready
Other overweight artists pretend to be ready and skilled, despite their physical limitations and lack of talent.


I have the sun wrapped around my neck, chain gettin' heavy
The singer is proud and confident, likening his success to a heavy chain with the sun itself wrapped around his neck.


I got the planets aligning with the planning to sign it
The singer's popularity extends beyond Earth's boundaries, with even other planets being aligned and ready to sign him up as a performer.


Then have them standing in line to see me ranting and rhyming
Fans are so eager to see him perform that they are lined up and waiting for his next live show.


They gassing you up with all those additives lying
Other people try to deceive an artist in order to get ahead or simply to flatter them, adding lies and exaggerations to their feedback.


You buying that shit, what kind of fucking planet am I in?
The singer is shocked and dismayed that other artists believe such obvious lies and illusions, questioning his own sanity and the world he lives in.


I'm off that, respect gettin' respect it's nothing left for the rest
He is uninterested in false praise and prefers to earn genuine respect, leaving nothing for those who are insincere or lacking in talent.


I fucking called it so I'm getting it next
He predicted his own success and is now achieving it, confident in his abilities and talents.


I got the shit to make it fucking feel something deep and something real
His music is genuine and touches people deeply, evoking emotions and expressing truths about life.


Surface-level rappers wonder why they don't fucking appeal
Other artists create music that is lacking in depth and substance, and thus fail to connect with a broader audience.


We give them real shit, real shit
He and his fellow artists create authentic and impactful music that resonates with listeners, offering them genuine experiences and emotions.


I want to be that rapper that they feel like they could go get a meal with
The singer aspires to create music that is so relatable and appealing that fans feel they could be friends with him and enjoy a meal in his company.


Or split a cab with or share a tab with
He wants to be seen as approachable and unpretentious, someone with whom fans could share a taxi ride or a drug experience.


My mother call me Chris, I give a fuck about this rap shit
Despite his success and passion for music, he remains grounded and true to his roots, not letting fame or commercialism consume him.




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Brian Ward

Apollo Brown kills it on the beats!

DaVinylBox

Brian Ward Beast behind the boards

Stoic Thoughts

Don't ever let true hip hop die...real recognize real! Detroit MC's are more often than not legit.

Thomas Banks

man man I love hip hop like this. Apollo Brown is that dude. damn shitvis knockin

imhh11

apollo is on the way of becoming one of the greatest.. every thing he touch turns to fucking gold

Komt Goed

Still one of my favorite songs, LOOOOLLL!!!!! Apollo and ugly heroes is defo one of the best combo's out there, what a bunch of fucking legends

rick flames

the ugly heroes live AF.. Apollo is always on point with the samples👍

Massey81

apollo reminds me of 9th wonder on a higher level relentless with it,its like when you hear a sick beat and lyrics first tune of an album and wish they all gonnna be like that rarely happens but it has here :)))

HypomanicProduction1

Adore this beat adore the cover photo - soul

Wilaaaaaay

i would love to see him standing in a hall of fame next to Jay D & Preemo!

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