Game of Life
W.H.Y. Lyrics

Yeah, after Dah Shinin, it all became clear to me
After experiencing a particular event, I gained a newfound understanding and clarity.

I knew things would be different son
I had a strong intuition that things would change significantly.

I knew it'd come time for a change
I anticipated that a shift or transition would occur.

Seems like the time is now
It appears that the present moment is the opportune time for this change.

Jah! Rastafarai
Expressing acknowledgement and reverence to the divine.

Greetings to my soldiers and soldierettes
Sending warm salutations to my loyal and courageous supporters.

Jewel on the world, make the earth sink
Sharing profound wisdom and insights that have a deep impact on society.

On the brink of divinity, defying gravity
Approaching a transcendent state, defying conventional limitations.

Reachin' for infinity
Striving to attain limitless possibilities and infinite potential.

Can he be incarcerated by the limits
Is it possible for him to be restricted or confined by imposed boundaries?

Stuck, they can't function
Unable to progress or operate effectively.

Caught up in the scrimage
Entangled in the chaos and competition of life.

This game called life only lasts minutes
The experience of life, though it may seem long, is actually brief.

Once you in it, be in it to win it to the finish
When you're engaged in this game of life, commit to giving your all until the very end.

As the sun heats, I put my feet to the concrete
When faced with adversity, I stay grounded and face it head-on.

Hard to sleep so I take it to the streets
Unable to find peace, I confront my challenges directly.

Hold my head up, try to keep it movin'
Maintaining a positive attitude and striving to keep progressing.

Fed up with losin'
Tired of experiencing failure or setbacks.

I need some air
I require a break or change of environment.

I think I take a cruise with you
Perhaps I'll embark on a leisurely journey with you.

I'm using, what little know how I possess
Utilizing the limited knowledge and skills that I have.

To keep our familia down to rest
To ensure the well-being and peace of our family.

Now I stress defensive tactics
Currently, I emphasize the importance of protective strategies.

'Cause police seem active
Because law enforcement appears to be intrusive or involved.

Got me in the crib sleepin' with heat under the mattress
I am so wary of danger that I sleep with a weapon near me.

In case of home intrusion:
In the event of a break-in at home:

First the dogs go 'bark'
The dogs will bark as a first line of defense.

Then about five sparks bringin' light to the dark
Then, a few gunshots to illuminate the darkness.

Like ? does his movement when he's dealin' with math
Similar to how a skilled mathematician calculates his moves.

Or the boss tell his workers where he's keepin' the stash
Similar to how a boss informs his employees about the location of valuable items.

When that gun blast, better have Jah on your side
When a gunshot rings out, it's crucial to have divine protection.

Or an act of devine intervention from the most high
Or a miraculous intervention from God.

I know guys that get a thrill from the kill
I am acquainted with individuals who derive pleasure from taking lives.

And other niggaz, who hold the greed to sling ?frills?
And other individuals who are driven by greed to sell drugs and illicit items.

Demon's tryin' to take my soul away
Malevolent forces are attempting to snatch my spiritual essence.

But they won't get my soul today
However, they will not succeed in capturing my soul today.

Will I get locked up or blown away?
Is it more likely for me to end up incarcerated or violently killed?

Just stayin' strong is a price to pay
Merely remaining resilient and determined comes at a cost.

Damn I haven't worked since I was 'bout 17
Wow, I haven't had steady employment since I was around 17 years old.

They had time busy hangin' out being a drama fiend
I was preoccupied with indulging in unnecessary conflicts and chaos.

I had to run the streets, see what the night brought out
I felt compelled to roam the streets and witness the activities that unfolded at night.

Sneak in the crib
Quietly enter the house.

Hear my moms prayin' to God that I sprout
Hear my mother praying to God for my growth and development.

Take all responsibilities like a man would do
Assume all necessary duties and obligations, demonstrating maturity.

'Cause she know that the streets can bring the worst out of you
Because she is aware that the streets have the potential to bring out one's negative qualities.

She told me concentrate on school but what I do about loot?
She advised me to focus on my education, but what should I do about earning money?

I want to push the fat ride, have bitches sweatin' me too
I desire to drive an impressive vehicle and attract attention from attractive women.

But you know you need dough so you can do the do
However, you are aware that money is necessary to accomplish your goals.

And going to class everyday don't bring in no loot
Attending school daily does not generate any income.

Plus I just been told that I was cold by club bouncers
Additionally, I recently received negative feedback from nightclub bouncers.

Standing there hot headed ?bout to set it while they denounce us
Feeling angry and ready to confront them while they criticize us.

Crab niggaz still beggin? for CD?s
Envious individuals are still pleading for free CDs.

While brothaz? careers is stuck on halt and freeze
Meanwhile, other artists' careers are at a standstill.

About to face extinction ?pockets dead is thinkin?
On the brink of financial ruin, contemplating desperate measures.

Something ain't peace and suicide?s part of my thinkin?
Something is causing distress, with thoughts of suicide entering my mind.

Even God don't hear my prayer or him just not care
Even if I pray to God, it feels as though he doesn't hear me or doesn't care.

Got a son in this world, stressed out losin? my hair
Having a son in this troubled world, I am overwhelmed and losing my sanity.

It?s time to take the struggle to the pavement
It's time to bring the fight for justice and equality to the streets.

Let the people know the mayor sent the OK for enslavement
Inform the public that the mayor has silently approved oppressive policies.

Orders from the government
Directives issued by the ruling authorities.

Official stubborn men with egos runnin? shit
Arrogant and unyielding individuals in positions of power controlling everything.

They put the hit out on whoever try to get out
They seek to eliminate anyone attempting to escape their control.

And they are the directors who are dead and ?
These individuals are puppet masters, deceiving others and leading them towards destruction.

Even down south in Atlanta
This applies even in southern cities like Atlanta.

Police play the pawn for their master
Law enforcement serves as pawns for these masters of manipulation.

It?s a disaster, practicing who can kill us faster
It's a tragic situation, with authorities competing to harm and suppress us swiftly.

For less than nothin? like they did Bobby Huton
For insignificant reasons, just as they did to Bobby Huton.

Corruption got me clutchin? my rifle for gun bustin?
Widespread corruption forces me to hold onto my rifle, prepared to use it in self-defense.

Somethin?s cookin?
Something is brewing or about to happen.

Look at the way some faces be lookin?
Observe the expressions on people's faces.

Cross the bank rock on to Brooklyn, Texas
Traverse across various locations, from the bustling city to the calmness of Texas.

Even in Houston P?s be shootin? us like sitting ducks in groups
Even in Houston, the police are shooting us with ease, just like targeting sitting ducks.

And I can't trust who or what
I find it difficult to trust anyone or anything.

That will explain the way I watch you, plus,
That's why I closely monitor your actions and behaviors, in addition,

I know the chosen are few
I am aware that only a select few are truly enlightened.

Many come around to proclaim things they know not
Many people make grand claims about things they have no understanding of.

Let alone maintain
Let alone sustain or uphold.

Shame, some of my worst enemies
Shamefully, some of my most bitter enemies

Live right around me and look just like me
Reside in close proximity to me and resemble me.

I see that its time to intensify the movements in front of my eyes
I realize that it's time to enhance and escalate the progress happening right before me.

can't rely on a seeing dog they got me
I can no longer depend on a guide or assistance.

Or lay and wait for the devil to surprise me, nah G
I won't passively await the devil's attacks, no way, my friend.

It only takes a line to make the mind think
A single statement can provoke deep and contemplative thoughts.

Drop a jewel on the world make the earth sink
Share a valuable piece of wisdom that shakes the very foundations of the world.

I'm on the brink of divinity, defying gravity
I am on the edge of achieving transcendence, surpassing the constraints of the physical world.

Reaching for infinity
Striving to attain an infinite existence or experience.

Plenty be incarcerated by the limits
Many individuals are imprisoned by their own self-imposed boundaries.

Stuck they can't function caught up in the scrimage
They are unable to progress, entangled in the chaos and conflicts of life.

This game called life only lasts minutes
The experience of life is fleeting, lasting only for a short time.

Once you in it, be in it to win it 'til the finish
Once you're engaged in this game of life, commit to giving your all until the end.