Mary
Various Artists Lyrics


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Makaveli in this... Killuminati, all through your body
The blow's like a twelve gauge shotty
Uhh, feel me!
And God said he should send his one begotten son
to lead the wild into the ways of the man
Follow me; eat my flesh, flesh and my flesh

Come with me, Hail Mary
Run quick see, what do we have here
Now, do you wanna ride or die
La dadada, la la la la

I ain't a killer but don't push me
Revenge is like the sweetest joy next to gettin pussy
Picture paragraphs unloaded, wise words bein quoted
Peeped the weakness int he rap game and sewed it
Bow down, pray to God hoping that he's listenin
Seein niggaz comin for me, to my diamonds, when they glistenin
Now pay attention, rest in peace father
I'm a ghost in these killin fields
Hail Mary catch me if I go, let's go deep inside
the solitary mind of a madman who screams in the dark
Evil lurks, enemies, see me flee
Activate my hate, let it break, to the flame
Set trip, empty out my clip, never stop to aim
Some say the game is all corrupted, fucked in this shit
Stuck, niggaz is lucky if we bust out this shit, plus
mama told me never stop until I bust a nut
Fuck the world if they can't adjust
It's just as well, Hail Mary

Come with me, Hail Mary
Run quick see, what do we have here
Now, do you wanna ride or die
La dadada, la la la la

Penetentiaries is packed with promise makes
Never realize the precious time the bitch niggaz is wastin
Instutionalized I lived my life a product made to crumble
But too hardened for a smile, we're too crazy to be humble, we ballin
Catch me father please, cause I'm fallin, in the liquor store
That's the Hennessee I hear ya callin, can I get some more?
Hail til I reach Hell, I ain't scared
Mama checkin in my bedroom; I ain't there
I got a head with no screws in it, what can I do
One life to live but I got nuttin to lose, just me and you
on a one way trip to prison, sellin drugs
We all wrapped up in this livin, life as Thugs
To my homeboys in Quentin Max, doin they bid
Raise hell to this real shit, and feel this
When they turn out the lights, I'll be down in the dark
Thuggin eternal through my heart, now Hail Mary nigga

Come with me, Hail Mary
Run quick see, what do we have here
Now, do you wanna ride or die
La dadada, la la la la

They got a APB, out on my Thug family
Since the Outlawz run these streets, like these skanless freaks
Our enemies die now, walk around half dead
Head down, K blasted off Hennessee and Thai
Tryin it, mixed it, now I'm twisted blisted and high
Visions of me, Thug livin gettin me by
Forever live, and I multiply survived by Thugs
When I die they won't cry unless they comin with slugs

Peep the whole scene and whatever's goin on around me
Brain kinda cloudy, smoked out feelin rowdy
Ready to wet the party up, and whoever in that motherfucker
Nasty new street, slugger my heat seeks suckers
on the regular mashin in a black Ac Integ-ra
Cock back, sixty seconds til the draw that's when I'm dead in ya
Feet first, you got a nice gat but my heat's worse
From a Thug to preachin church, I gave you love now you eatin dirt
Needin work, and I ain't the nigga to put you on
Cause word is bond when I was broke I had to hustle til dawn
That's when sun came up, there's only one way up
hold ya head and stay up, to all my niggaz get ya pay and weight up

If it's on then it's on, we break beat-breaks
Outlawz on a paper chase, can you relate
to this shit I don't got, be the shit I gotta take
Dealin with fate, hoping God don't close the gate
If it's on then it's on, we break beat-breaks
Outlawz on a paper chase, can you relate
to this shit I don't got, be the shit I gotta take
Dealin with fate, hoping God don't close the gate

Come with me, Hail Mary
Run quick see, what do we have here
Now, do you wanna ride or die
La dadada, la la la la

Prince Ital

We've been traveling on this wavy road
Long time til I be take off this load
But we ride, ride it like a bullet
Hail Mary, Hail Mary
We won't worry everyting will come real
Free like the bird in the tree
We won't worry everyting will come real
Yes we free like the bird in the tree
We runnin from the penetentiary
This is the time for we liberty
Hail Mary, Hail Mary

Come with me, Hail Mary
Run quick see, what do we have here




Now, do you wanna ride or die
La dadada, la la la

Overall Meaning

The song "Hail Mary" by Tupac Shakur and Tha Outlawz was released posthumously in 1997. The track features a sample of the well-known hymn of the same name, which is used as a recurring chorus throughout the song. The lyrics follow the theme of desperation, violence, and rebellion, which are prominent themes throughout Tupac's work. The opening verse is particularly notable as it features a reference to Makaveli, which was Tupac's alter-ego, named after Niccolò Machiavelli, whose philosophy of power is said to have influenced Tupac.


The lyrics delve into Tupac's feelings of being hunted by his enemies, and the possibility of his being killed is constantly present. The verses are filled with metaphorical references to guns, gangs, and drugs. The chorus, however, is a respite from the aggressive tone of the verses as the repeated hymn seems to offer hope and salvation to the listener. There is a sense of fatalism in the lyrics suggesting that there is no escape from the world of violence and crime that Tupac is describing.


In conclusion, "Hail Mary" is a significant addition to Tupac's body of work, which offers a deeper insight into his innermost thoughts and fears. The song's themes of desperation and rebellion are characteristic of Tupac's approach to music.


Line by Line Meaning

Makaveli in this... Killuminati, all through your body
The presence of Makaveli, symbolizing power and illuminating knowledge, is permeating throughout your whole being.


The blow's like a twelve gauge shotty
The impact is as forceful and intense as being hit by a twelve gauge shotgun.


Uhh, feel me!
Understand and connect with my message on a deep level.


And God said he should send his one begotten son to lead the wild into the ways of the man
God has chosen to send his only son to guide and teach those who have lost their way.


Follow me; eat my flesh, flesh and my flesh
Follow my teachings and consume my words to gain spiritual nourishment and understanding.


Come with me, Hail Mary
Join me on this spiritual journey of redemption and salvation, symbolized by the prayer 'Hail Mary'.


Run quick see, what do we have here
React quickly and observe what is happening in the present moment.


Now, do you wanna ride or die
Are you willing to go through the challenges and risks with me or give up and face the consequences?


La dadada, la la la la
Expressing emotions and feelings through nonsensical vocalizations.


I ain't a killer but don't push me
I am not inherently violent, but I can be driven to extreme actions if provoked.


Revenge is like the sweetest joy next to gettin pussy
Seeking vengeance brings a sense of satisfaction and pleasure comparable to the pleasure of sexual conquest.


Picture paragraphs unloaded, wise words bein quoted
Expressing profound thoughts and ideas through vivid descriptions and intelligent quotes.


Peeped the weakness int he rap game and sewed it
Recognizing and exploiting the vulnerabilities in the world of rap music.


Bow down, pray to God hoping that he's listenin
Showing humility and reverently seeking God's attention and guidance.


Seein niggaz comin for me, to my diamonds, when they glistenin
Observing the envy and threats from others who desire my success and material possessions.


Now pay attention, rest in peace father
Listen carefully and honor the memory of my deceased father.


I'm a ghost in these killin fields
I am like a spirit haunting dangerous environments where violence is prevalent.


Hail Mary catch me if I go, let's go deep inside the solitary mind of a madman who screams in the dark
An invocation of the prayer 'Hail Mary' to protect and guide me as I delve into the disturbed and isolated mind of a crazed individual.


Evil lurks, enemies, see me flee
The presence of wickedness and adversaries who witness my escape.


Activate my hate, let it break, to the flame
Igniting and channeling my intense anger to destroy and overcome obstacles.


Set trip, empty out my clip, never stop to aim
Engaging in violent confrontations without hesitation, caring only about unleashing a rapid succession of bullets.


Some say the game is all corrupted, fucked in this shit
There is a belief that the music industry is morally compromised, deeply flawed, and messed up.


Stuck, niggaz is lucky if we bust out this shit, plus mama told me never stop until I bust a nut
Feeling trapped and fortunate if we manage to escape this harsh reality, and remembering my mother's advice to persevere until I achieve success.


Fuck the world if they can't adjust
I don't care about the world's inability to adapt or understand my perspective.


It's just as well, Hail Mary
Accepting the circumstances and once again invoking the prayer 'Hail Mary' for guidance and protection.


Penetentiaries is packed with promise makes
Prisons are filled with individuals who had potential but made choices that led them astray.


Never realize the precious time the bitch niggaz is wastin
Failing to appreciate the value of time that is being wasted by untrustworthy individuals.


Instutionalized I lived my life a product made to crumble
Having been conditioned by the system, my life has been shaped to eventually fall apart.


But too hardened for a smile, we're too crazy to be humble, we ballin
Being too tough and resilient to show vulnerability or humility, we are living extravagantly and with confidence.


Catch me father please, 'cause I'm fallin, in the liquor store
Pray that God will catch me as I experience a downfall and struggle with addiction in a liquor store.


That's the Hennessee I hear ya callin, can I get some more?
Hearing the call of the brand of alcohol Hennessee and expressing a desire for more.


Hail til I reach Hell, I ain't scared
Continuing to invoke the prayer 'Hail Mary' until reaching a state of damnation, showing fearlessness.


Mama checkin in my bedroom; I ain't there
My mother searching for me in my bedroom, but I am absent or unavailable.


I got a head with no screws in it, what can I do
Feeling mentally unstable and lacking stability, not knowing how to fix the situation.


One life to live but I got nuttin to lose, just me and you
Having only one life to live but feeling like I have nothing to lose, only having myself and my faith in God.


on a one way trip to prison, sellin drugs
Headed towards a path that leads to imprisonment as I engage in illegal drug dealing.


We all wrapped up in this livin, life as Thugs
All of us are entangled in this way of life characterized by crime and violence.


To my homeboys in Quentin Max, doin they bid
Sending my regards to my friends who are currently incarcerated in San Quentin State Prison, serving their sentences.


Raise hell to this real shit, and feel this
Expressing enthusiasm and support for this authentic and genuine music, encouraging others to embrace and appreciate it.


When they turn out the lights, I'll be down in the dark
When everything falls apart and darkness surrounds me, I will remain strong and defiant.


Thuggin eternal through my heart, now Hail Mary nigga
Perpetually embodying the spirit of a thug in my heart, now invoking the prayer 'Hail Mary', a term of camaraderie.


They got a APB, out on my Thug family
There is an all-points bulletin out for my crew of thugs, indicating they are being pursued by law enforcement.


Since the Outlawz run these streets, like these skanless freaks
As the Outlawz control and dominate the streets, they are feared and seen as untrustworthy individuals.


Our enemies die now, walk around half dead
Our adversaries are now defeated and weakened, barely surviving.


Head down, K blasted off Hennessee and Thai
Feeling a sense of shame and disappointment, consuming Hennessee alcohol and Thai marijuana to cope.


Tryin it, mixed it, now I'm twisted blisted and high
Experimenting with drugs and becoming heavily intoxicated, experiencing distortion and euphoria.


Visions of me, Thug livin gettin me by
Imagining a life of thug-like existence that provides solace and escape from reality.


Forever live, and I multiply survived by Thugs
My legacy will endure and expand through the lives of fellow thugs who have survived alongside me.


When I die they won't cry unless they comin with slugs
When I pass away, my true friends and comrades will not mourn me unless they are prepared to engage in violent revenge.


Peep the whole scene and whatever's goin on around me
Observe and be aware of the entire surroundings and the events taking place in my vicinity.


Brain kinda cloudy, smoked out feelin rowdy
My mind is somewhat confused and clouded due to excessive drug use, feeling rebellious and unruly.


Ready to wet the party up, and whoever in that motherfucker
Prepared to engage in violence and shoot at the gathering, targeting anyone present.


Nasty new street, slugger my heat seeks suckers
Embracing a dark and dangerous lifestyle, my weapon is eager to find vulnerable targets.


on the regular mashin in a black Ac Integ-ra
Regularly engaging in aggressive and confrontational behavior while driving a black Acura Integra.


Cock back, sixty seconds til the draw that's when I'm dead in ya
Pulling back the hammer of my gun, counting down sixty seconds until the moment I fatally shoot and end your life.


Feet first, you got a nice gat but my heat's worse
You may have a good gun, but mine is even more powerful and deadly.


From a Thug to preachin church, I gave you love now you eatin dirt
Transitioning from a life of crime and violence to spreading a message of spirituality, but feeling betrayed by those who now disregard and disrespect me.


Needin work, and I ain't the nigga to put you on
Looking for employment opportunities, but I am not the person to provide them for you.


Cause word is bond when I was broke I had to hustle til dawn
Because I am committed to my promises, I worked tirelessly through the night when I was financially struggling.


That's when sun came up, there's only one way up
When the sun rose, I realized that the only direction to go is upward, seeking success and improvement in life.


hold ya head and stay up, to all my niggaz get ya pay and weight up
Keep your spirits high and remain strong, to all my friends make sure you earn a good income and increase your influence.


If it's on then it's on, we break beat-breaks
If there is a confrontation or conflict, we will engage without hesitation, disrupting the flow and rhythm of the opposition.


Outlawz on a paper chase, can you relate
The Outlawz are relentlessly pursuing financial success, questioning if others can empathize with their drive.


to this shit I don't got, be the shit I gotta take
Referring to the material possessions they currently lack, but are determined to acquire through any means necessary.


Dealin with fate, hoping God don't close the gate
Navigating through life's challenges, hoping that God will not prevent them from accessing their desired future.


Prince Ital
Introduction to Prince Ital, a reggae artist collaborating on the song.


We've been traveling on this wavy road
We have been journeying on a path filled with ups and downs, twists and turns.


Long time til I be take off this load
It will be a while until I can free myself from the burdens I carry.


But we ride, ride it like a bullet
Nevertheless, we persist and travel through life at a rapid pace, much like a speeding bullet.


Hail Mary, Hail Mary
Repeatedly invoking the prayer 'Hail Mary' for guidance and protection.


We won't worry everyting will come real
We will not be anxious or concerned, as everything will eventually manifest itself.


Free like the bird in the tree
Experiencing freedom and liberation, akin to a bird perched in a tree.


We won't worry everyting will come real
We will not be anxious or concerned, as everything will eventually manifest itself.


Yes we free like the bird in the tree
Affirming the sense of freedom, just like a bird in a tree.


We runnin from the penetentiary
We are fleeing and escaping from the prison system.


This is the time for we liberty
Now is the moment for us to embrace and experience freedom.


Hail Mary, Hail Mary
Once again invoking the prayer 'Hail Mary' for guidance and protection.




Writer(s): Aaron Michael Cox, David Dalton, Livvi Franc, Ernest Clark, Marc Griffin, Ali Tamposi, Tyler Daniel Cordy, Matt Reagan, Marcos Enrique Palacios, Matt Warshauer

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