Been Up
Wande Lyrics

I been down, tell me what you see, I-I (What you see?)
I've experienced hardships, what do you perceive when you look at me?

I been hanging low to scope the scene, I-I
I've been taking a step back to observe my surroundings closely.

I been up, tell me what you see, I-I (Ayy)
I've overcome obstacles, now what do you notice about me?

I been reachin' up because of He like
I've experienced blessings because of my faith and trust in God.

I come down, I ain't stoppin', I'm on go
I won't be slowing down, I'm always pushing forward.

God filled sounds, I'ma fill 'em with that hope, uh
I'm creating music that is inspired by God and meant to give people hope.

Go and pick a sound, I don't keep it on the low
I'm open about my music and want others to hear it.

I'ma put it in my flows, 'cause the people need to know, ooh, yeah
I'm incorporating my message into my music because I want people to hear it and be positively impacted.

I hop on the scene, You know it's a scene, you know we in action (Okay)
When I'm on the scene, I'm making things happen and taking action.

I really believe since I was a teen, I don't do no actin' (Oh yeah)
I've always believed in my message and I won't create music that isn't authentic to me.

I'm teachin' 'em things, see, What is unseen is what's everlasting (Ayy)
Through my music, I'm educating people on what truly matters and has lasting impact.

Delivers sixteen, I'm on One Sixteen, you know it's no cappin'
I'm always delivering bars that are true to me and my message, I don't fabricate anything.

I really hop on the flow just to get, Them deliveries comin', I cannot today
I frequently work on my music, I cannot afford to take a day off.

I see the cards, I was dealt, But my God always winnin', so line 'em up, I wanna play
I acknowledge the challenges I've faced, but I trust that God will ensure everything works out for the best.

I cannot sit on the side, yo, I got this inside of my soul, I'ma tie up the nets
I won't be idle, I feel compelled to take action, and utilize my talents.

I gotta get up and go, When I'm feelin' below, tryna give 'em this rest
I'm always trying to pick myself up and create music that positively impacts people, even when I'm feeling down.

Uh, Cookout 2 A.M., it's either that or Waffle House, uh
I'm just a regular guy, sometimes I crave junk food like Cookout or Waffle House.

I been on the mission, I been workin' on the bounce, uh
I'm on a mission to create music that inspires and uplifts people, and I'm always working to perfect my craft.

Labels lookin' at us, wanna know what this about, uh
Record labels have taken notice of us, because they see potential in our music.

How the young prophet makin' change with the sound, uh
People are recognizing that I'm using my music to bring about positive change.

This that new era, new era, new wine-skin
I'm ushering in a new era with my music, which is bringing about a fresh perspective.

I ain't even tryin' anymore, man I'm just vibin'
I'm not doing anything different, I'm just in my element and feeling good.

Back when I was younger, I was pluckin' on the violin
Music has been a passion of mine since I was young, starting with playing the violin.

God was orchestrating everything, man, I can't hide it
I know that my success is due to God's plan and the opportunities He has given me.

Dropped the label, then I dropped the tape (Tape)
After parting ways with my record label, I released a new album.

If it ain't 'bout Yahweh, I don't conversate (I don't talk)
I prioritize talking about my faith and what it means to me in all conversations.

Hoppin' off the sprinter van, yellin' "God is great" (Thank the Lord)
I'm always expressing gratitude for where I am in life, and acknowledging that it's because of God.

Yeah, you got plenty fans, but they oscillate (Oscillate)
I don't put too much emphasis on the number of fans I have, because they can come and go.

Wait, hold up, wait, hair long like I'm Hebrew (Hebrew)
I have long hair, which is similar to an image of what some believe biblical Hebrew people may have looked like.

We got rings like Gollum, If you hate, you look like Sméagol (Yes, you do)
I have a close-knit group of friends who have rings like in Lord of the Rings, and people who dislike us appear ugly like the character Sméagol.

Titans jersey clean, blue and white like R2-D2
I'm a fan of the Tennessee Titans football team, and I appreciate the color scheme that is similar to the Star Wars droid R2-D2.

Might be ridin' in a Regal and I'm righteous and I'm regaled, Dyllie
I may be driving a Buick Regal, but I still carry myself with pride and righteousness.