Do You See
Warren G(워렌 지) Lyrics
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As American as apple pie
As American as The Blues
As American as apple pie
The question is why?
Why should he Blues be so at home here?
Well, America provided the atmosphere
I take a look over my shoulder, as I get older
Gettin tired of mothafuckas sayin' "Warren I told ya"
(You don't hear what I hear)
But it's so hard to live through these years
With these funny-bunny niggaz, ain't shit changin
Got my mama wonderin if I'm gang-bangin
But I don't pay attention to these father figures
I just handle mine, and I'm rollin with my niggaz
Off to the VIP, you see, Snoop Dogg and Warren G
Unbelievable how time just flies
Right before your eyes, but you don't recognize
Now who's the real victim, can you answer that?
The nigga that's jackin, or the fool gettin' jacked (Yeah)
(Chorus)
You don't see what I see, every day as Warren G
You don't hear what I hear
But it's so hard to live through these years
You don't see what I see, every day as Warren G
You don't hear what I hear
But it's so hard to live through these years
Another sunny day, another bright blue sky -
Another day, another muthafucka die
These are the things I went through when I was growin up
There's only one hood, and niggas shit be throwin' up
And I knew it, There really ain't nothin' to it
Thinkin' every fool's gotta go through it
Now let's go back - (How Far?) Back in time
Draggin to these hookas tryin to mack for mine
I remember when we all used to stop at the spot
Back then my nigga-name was Snoop Rock (huh)
It was all so clear
Eighty-seven, eighty-eight, then eighty-nine's the year
You say "everywhere we roll, you can say we roll thick"
Way back then two-one-three was the click
Somethin' to stay paid I was just a young hog
Warren G, Snoop Rock and Nate Dogg
(Chorus)
You don't see what I see, every day as Warren G
You don't hear what I hear
But it's so hard to live through these years
You don't see what I see, every day as Warren G
You don't hear what I hear
But it's so hard to live through these years
You make me want to holler, get out the game
Too many muthafuckas know my name
While Snoop Dogg's servin' time up in Wayside
I puts it down on the street, don't try to take mine
I had to reassure the homie that he wasn't alone
We'd talk, and him n Nate'd conversate on the phone
He kept sayin, "Nigga, it won't be long
Before a little skinny nigga like me'll be home"
I said, "Snoop, things done change, it's not the same
We need to get about the game
'cause we can get paid in a different way
Wit you kickin' dope rhymes and I DJ"
Well as time goes past, slowly we try to make it
But things are gettin hectic, I just can't take it
Should I A: Go back to slangin' dope?
Or should I B: Maintain and try to cope?
Or should I C: Just get crazy and wild?
But no I chose D: Create the G-Child
It's been on ever since with me and Mista Grimm
This shit is gettin so hectic that I can't even trust him now
What would you do for a Warren G cut?
Would you act the fool and nut the fuck up?
Back the fuck up, act the fuck up?
Niggaz talk shit they get smacked the fuck up, straight up
(Chorus then fade)
You don't see what I see, every day as Warren G
You don't hear what I hear
But it's so hard to live through these years
You don't see what I see, every day as Warren G
You don't hear what I hear
But it's so hard to live through these years
The opening lyrics of Warren G’s song “Do You See” reflect on the uniquely American nature of the blues genre, noting the influential role the atmosphere of the United States played in shaping it. The song then transitions to Warren G’s own experiences growing up and the challenges he faces as he navigates through life. Warren G talks about the “funny-bunny n****s” who question his motives while his mother worries he’s getting mixed up in gang activity. He goes on to reflect on the people he’s lost and the difficult choices he’s had to make while living in a harsh world. By the end of the song, Warren G lands on a hopeful sentiment, persuading himself to stay true to his passions and pursue his dream of creating music ignoring the distractions around him.
Overall, “Do You See” is a poignant and introspective reflection on life in America, particularly for young Black men. It highlights the struggles that come with trying to succeed in the face of adversity, as well as the importance of staying true to oneself through it all.
Line by Line Meaning
The Blues has always been totally American
The Blues is part of American culture
As American as apple pie
The Blues is as quintessentially American as apple pie
The question is why?
Why is The Blues so deeply ingrained in American culture?
Why should the Blues be so at home here?
What makes The Blues so at home in America?
Well, America provided the atmosphere
The unique atmosphere of America has allowed The Blues to thrive
You don't see what I see, every day as Warren G
Nobody sees the world exactly the way Warren G sees it
I take a look over my shoulder, as I get older
As he grows older, Warren G looks back on his experiences
Gettin tired of mothafuckas sayin' "Warren I told ya"
Warren G doesn't like people telling him "I told you so"
(You don't hear what I hear)
Nobody hears things exactly the way Warren G hears them
But it's so hard to live through these years
These are tough times for Warren G
With these funny-bunny niggaz, ain't shit changin
Despite everything that's happening, some things never change
Got my mama wonderin if I'm gang-bangin
Warren G's mother is worried he's involved in gang activities
But I don't pay attention to these father figures
Warren G doesn't take advice from older men
I just handle mine, and I'm rollin with my niggaz
Warren G is focused on doing his own thing and hanging out with his friends
Off to the VIP, you see, Snoop Dogg and Warren G
Warren G and Snoop Dogg are headed to the VIP area
Unbelievable how time just flies
Time seems to go by in the blink of an eye
Right before your eyes, but you don't recognize
Things can change right before your eyes, but you might not even realize it
Now who's the real victim, can you answer that?
Who is really the victim in a crime?
The nigga that's jackin, or the fool gettin' jacked (Yeah)
Is the thief or the victim of theft the real victim?
(Chorus)
Repeats the idea that nobody sees or hears things exactly the way Warren G does
Another sunny day, another bright blue sky -
The weather is nice again today
Another day, another muthafucka die
Somebody died today
These are the things I went through when I was growin up
These are some of the difficult experiences Warren G went through when he was younger
There's only one hood, and niggas shit be throwin' up
In Warren G's neighborhood, people throw up gang signs
And I knew it, There really ain't nothin' to it
Warren G has experienced it and knows what it's like
Thinkin' every fool's gotta go through it
Warren G believes that everyone has to go through tough experiences
Now let's go back - (How Far?) Back in time
Warren G is taking the listener back to his past
Draggin to these hookas tryin to mack for mine
Warren G is trying to impress some women
I remember when we all used to stop at the spot
All of Warren G's friends used to hang out at the same place
Back then my nigga-name was Snoop Rock (huh)
At that time, Warren G's nickname was Snoop Rock
It was all so clear
Those memories are very vivid for Warren G
Eighty-seven, eighty-eight, then eighty-nine's the year
This is the time frame when these memories took place
You say "everywhere we roll, you can say we roll thick"
Warren G's group of friends were tight-knit and always hung out together
Way back then two-one-three was the click
This is the area code for the specific area Warren G is talking about
Somethin' to stay paid I was just a young hog
Warren G was trying to make money when he was younger
Warren G, Snoop Rock and Nate Dogg
These were some of Warren G's friends back in the day
(Chorus)
Repeats the idea that nobody sees or hears things exactly the way Warren G does
You make me want to holler, get out the game
Warren G is so frustrated that he wants to give up his current lifestyle
Too many muthafuckas know my name
Warren G is worried that he's becoming too well-known
While Snoop Dogg's servin' time up in Wayside
Snoop Dogg is currently in jail
I puts it down on the street, don't try to take mine
Warren G is still making music despite everything going on in his life
I had to reassure the homie that he wasn't alone
Warren G had to tell his friend that he was there for him
We'd talk, and him n Nate'd conversate on the phone
Warren G and his friend Nate Dogg talked to each other on the phone a lot
He kept sayin, "Nigga, it won't be long
Warren G's friend was hopeful that he would be out of jail soon
Before a little skinny nigga like me'll be home"
He believed that he would be out of jail before long
I said, "Snoop, things done change, it's not the same
Warren G told Snoop that things had changed since he went to jail
We need to get about the game
They need to leave behind their old lifestyle
'cause we can get paid in a different way
There are other ways to make money besides illegal activities
Wit you kickin' dope rhymes and I DJ"
Snoop can make money by rapping and Warren G can make money by being a DJ
Well as time goes past, slowly we try to make it
They're trying to make their new lifestyle work
But things are gettin hectic, I just can't take it
Things are stressful and overwhelming for Warren G
Should I A: Go back to slangin' dope?
Warren G considers going back to his old way of making money
Or should I B: Maintain and try to cope?
Warren G considers sticking with his new lifestyle and dealing with the challenges
Or should I C: Just get crazy and wild?
Warren G considers throwing caution to the wind and doing something reckless
But no I chose D: Create the G-Child
Instead, Warren G decides to put his energy into making music
It's been on ever since with me and Mista Grimm
Warren G has been making music with Mista Grimm ever since
This shit is gettin so hectic that I can't even trust him now
Things are so crazy that Warren G has trouble trusting his friend Mista Grimm
What would you do for a Warren G cut?
How far would someone go to get a haircut from Warren G?
Would you act the fool and nut the fuck up?
Would someone act crazy if it meant getting a haircut from Warren G?
Niggaz talk shit they get smacked the fuck up, straight up
If someone talks bad about Warren G, they'll get hurt
(Chorus then fade)
Repeats the idea that nobody sees or hears things exactly the way Warren G does
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BOB CARTER, JUNIOR GISCOMBE, WARREN, III GRIFFIN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ramslucas5140
This whole album is a masterpiece....
@PrettyNicky50
That part!
@ttkell3310
TIGHTTT AF
@mrkilo-g8794
Best G-Funk album next to Above The Law albums 💯🚀
@ttkell3310
@Mr Kilo-G Yup. Facts.
@elgato4619
Yesh
@TheTruth-jd6wo
This is 100% what hip hop should be!
Who could dislike this classic?
@carinarosales6899
Truth
@gooper56
still the truth 7 years later
@Afroman30952
Only fools do!