The same album also features a song dedicated to his former partner Mad Lou, who is currently incarcerated.
The truth
Young Jeezy Lyrics
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Yeah...
Chamillionaire..Mixtape Messiah baby
Always want to know something bout me man
want to know somethin bout me?
Don't judge me..don't judge me by my music
And don't judge me bout what you heard about me either
Chamillionaire..listen
Ay, My father was Muslim my momma's a Christian
I couldn't even look surprised when they said they was splittin'
Wasn't no bacon or grits in, off in the kitchen
It was missin', plate was full of non-nutrition
I was born skinny the hunger was forced in me
To get angry at my lifestyle, no smile wasn't born friendly
Born with a thorn in me, I'm scorned so I'm pourin' Remi
I'm thinkin' that's boys feel me, but boys is avoidin' me
Oh, got to excuse me for givin' you the truth
And being the type to give proof that you givin' an excuse
You gotta excuse me for gettin' in the booth,
and keepin' it real about life while you livin' in the poof...
fantasy, damnit he, isn't as big a man as me
If I tell him the truth he need to hear then he gettin' mad at me
The truth could hit ya as hard as assault & battery,
and make people that used to run with me switch up and challenge me
But ain't we family? y'all forgettin' what y'all were
Forget what ya boy heard, 'cause this is 'bout more words
It's all 'bout communication but niggas ignore verbs
If ya boy shouted I'm hatin', then that got ya boy served
Don't deny it if you a man, so you should be man enough
I'm far from feminine we take pisses while standin' up They smokin' on cannibus while they tell us they jammin' us
Look a fan in the face and ask em' "Are you a true fan or what"?
"Are you really a fan of us"? or are you type to switch
and get pissed and bootleg the disc 'cause I'm not, droppin' em' quick
They love ya and then they diss, they hug ya and then they hiss
They happy when you arrive and go right back to being pissed
Honestly man, I don't really even give a damn
Instead of being who you want me to be I be who I'am
I'm livin' life of my family and live life of Cham'
I don't live life for my fans
And don't, switch up my words just let me explain my thought
I appreciate ya support, I appreciate if ya bought,
my cd's with all ya heart but this music is just an art
But it's not as precious as life in the middle is where I'm caught
Lookin' out for my people, my motive is never evil
My motive was never see-through, my motive was always equal
Outsiders would lie and try to promote it they out (to) decieve you
They give a notice to you, but don't give a notice to me too
Ya, that's somethin' I call divide and conquer
They try to get inside the monster to divide the monster
So they can become the monster, then they'll try to stomp ya
Inside the circle of friends is where you'll find imposters
To hell with y'all niggas
(Chamillionaire Talks about all the controversy and clears all the rumors)
{Song Ends after Talking}
The lyrics to Young Jeezy's song "The Truth" are about being true to oneself and not allowing others to judge based on hearsay. The opening lines state that the artist's parents have different religious backgrounds, suggesting the complexity of his identity from the start. He continues to describe his upbringing, including his lack of nutrition and natural thinness. The artist addresses the need to be true to oneself, even in the face of criticism and the temptation to change for others. He notes that people can switch up and challenge you, even when they claim to be friends and family. The song ends with the artist explaining various controversies surrounding him and making it clear that he will not conform to anyone's expectations of him.
Overall, the lyrics emphasize the importance of being authentic and not allowing others to judge based on prejudice or preconceived notions. The artist acknowledges the difficulties he has faced with identity and the opinions of others, but ultimately asserts his own truth.
Line by Line Meaning
Ay, My father was Muslim my momma's a Christian
My parents have different religious beliefs, which has caused some conflict in my upbringing.
I couldn't even look surprised when they said they was splittin'
I wasn't surprised when my parents told me they were getting a divorce due to the tension from their religious differences.
Wasn't no bacon or grits in, off in the kitchen
We didn't eat bacon or grits because of our religious beliefs.
It was missin', plate was full of non-nutrition
Our meals were lacking in nutrients and didn't meet our dietary needs.
I'm thinking that's boys feel me, but boys is avoiding me
I feel like other guys can relate to my struggles, but they avoid me or treat me differently because of it.
The truth could hit ya as hard as assault & battery
The truth can be painful and hit you just as hard as physical harm.
Are you really a fan of us? or are you type to switch and get pissed and bootleg the disc 'cause I'm not, droppin' em' quick
Are you a true supporter of my music or are you just looking for something to be angry about and illegally download my music instead of buying it?
Honestly man, I don't really even give a damn
Honestly, I don't care about the drama and rumors surrounding me.
But this music is just an art
My music is an expression of my life experiences and emotions.
Outsiders would lie and try to promote it they out (to) deceive you
People who don't know me may spread lies and misinformation to tarnish my reputation.
Ya, that's somethin' I call divide and conquer
That's a tactic called 'divide and conquer,' where someone tries to create conflict within a group to weaken it.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: LONNIE RASHID LYNN, JOSEPH L. KIRKLAND, TALIB KWELI GREENE, TROY DONALD JAMERSON
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@MagnusPrimeE1
Its 2020, and this song still hits you like it did when it first came out. A true classic. Hip Hop History.
@jamiqussmith6261
Ikr....i have 2 play it back 2 back every time
@daedae9006
💯‼️‼️‼️
@fatmac2023
BEST RAPPER ALIVE!
@YatoWill
No 🧢
@atlhawks4200
Trappin... aint ... dead...
@sabergenesis
2:27 - 2:52 straight chills. This is the Jeezy I remember
@laticethompson271
This song still gives me chills
@basilsworldentertainment5268
Powerful
@rickywilliams8784
Aye tee tee this is it this wat mad me get off the porch frfr 💰 start cummin so fast u scared of it.... it's like a movie just somthing u gotta see