Lonely Child
Youngboy Never Broke Again Lyrics

Pipe that shit up, TNT
Starting the song with an energetic shout-out to the music producers TNT.

I just wanna be loved
Expressing the desire to be loved and accepted by others.

D-mac on the fuckin' track
Acknowledging the music track producer D-Mac.

Don't nobody understand me though
Feeling misunderstood and like nobody really knows or gets the artist's true self.

Tahj Money
Referencing the music producer and collaborator Tahj Money.

The way I came in the game
Referring to how the artist YoungBoy Never Broke Again first entered and established his presence in the music industry.

The image that I had put out
Acknowledging the persona or reputation that the artist had projected to the public through his music and actions.

They wouldn't expect me to have feelings
Feeling like people underestimate the depth of the artist's emotions and assume he is invulnerable or callous due to his image.

Know it probably don't seem like it
Admitting that the artist's exterior image or demeanor may not reflect the emotions or thoughts inside his head.

That's why they talk about me like I ain't human, but we all is
Feeling like some people view the artist as only an entertainer or commodity, rather than recognizing his humanity and feelings beneath the surface.

But I'm still being me
Asserting the artist's commitment to staying true to himself despite external expectations or misjudgments.

I'm still in the streets and I'm still thuggin' until them niggas put me under, yeah
Stating the artist's intention to keep living his life and pursuing his goals, even if it involves danger and risk.

That's how we livin' and that's how we going out, you hear me? Open your mouth
Justifying the artist's lifestyle and choices, and daring others to challenge him or speak out against him.

I say, mama, I'm so sorry
Addressing the artist's mother and apologizing for something that has caused him guilt or remorse.

I got ice burned where my heart at
Comparing the emotional pain the artist feels to the sensation of being burned by ice, and indicating that his heart or inner self is aching.

On the road where I had it hard at
Referring to a time in the artist's life when he experienced significant difficulties or challenges, possibly related to his career or personal life.

How I'm chosen? I'm so heartless, so, so heartless
Questioning why the artist was selected or singled out for his talent or fame, while also feeling numb or detached emotionally.

I ain't know my age, he was 16, they killed Lil Dave
Sharing the story of a friend or acquaintance who was killed at a young age, and reflecting on the tragedy of loss and violence that exists in the artist's community.

Mind in a rage, I'm way too young to feel this pain
Feeling overwhelmed or angry at the pain and difficulties the artist has experienced in his life and how it has affected him mentally and emotionally.

I ain't know how to fade, but I dove in 'cause I'm a man
Admitting that the artist had not been prepared or trained for the tough situations he faced in life, but showing determination to confront them anyway due to his sense of honor and masculinity.

I love that girl to death, as we get old, our feelings change
Expressing deep affection for a significant other or romantic partner, while also acknowledging the inevitability of changes and shifts in emotions over time.

I pay for therapy because my thoughts ahead of me
Revealing that the artist seeks professional help and guidance to manage his mental health and cope with the weight of his thoughts and experiences.

They keep on draggin' me, I play for keeps, they scared of me
Feeling like others are trying to pull the artist down or undermine him, but showing resolve to stand his ground and fight back strongly.

I cannot barely, can barely sleep or even breathe
Struggling with persistent stress, anxiety, or other psychological distress that makes it difficult for the artist to even rest or take in air.

I cannot hold on without you on side of me
Needing and depending on the support and presence of someone close to the artist to keep him going or buoy him in difficult times.

I never knew this fame would take the ones I love from 'way from me
Expressing surprise and regret that the artist's increasing fame and success has also had negative consequences, such as causing him to lose important people in his life.

I wanna see Kacey bad, but I can't seem to call Nene
Desiring to spend time with a loved one named Kacey, but feeling unable to reach out to another person named Nene who may be able to help facilitate the reunion.

Go in with no pen and pad, I got this shit right on my sleeve
Boasting about the artist's talent for freestyling or improvising rhymes without the aid of writing materials, and suggesting that his emotions and thoughts are always present and immediate in his performances.

Right now my candle burning wax, I'm feelin' like it's burnin' me
Metaphorically describing the emotional strain and pain the artist feels as a burning candle that is slowly consuming him.

I'm just a lonely child
Identifying with feelings of isolation and vulnerability, and using the image of being a child to convey a sense of innocence or dependence.

Who wants someone to help him out, oh, oh, ah, ah
Expressing the desire for others to offer support, guidance, or assistance to the artist in his struggles or emotional pain.

Take this pain away, this pain away
Repeating the plea for relief and healing from the emotional anguish the artist feels.

Because my head been runnin' wild, wild
Referring to the artist's chaotic and anxious mental state as his thoughts and emotions swirl and race uncontrollably.

I fell in love with Kaylyn, without even knowin' this bitch done snaked me
Revealing the artist's romantic involvement with a woman named Kaylyn who ultimately betrayed or deceived him, causing him pain and regret.

I'm missin' Yaya daily, the one who don't make me feel basic
Expressing longing and affection for another woman named Yaya, who makes the artist feel special and valued.

Happiness I'm chasin', while killers behind me tryna blank me
Showing the artist's pursuit of happiness and fulfillment, while also acknowledging the danger and threats he faces from violent individuals or groups.

You don't know what I'm feelin'
Challenging others who may judge or criticize the artist's actions or words based on limited understanding of his thoughts and emotions.

Or what I'm thinkin' and you can't change me
Asserting the artist's independence and autonomy in terms of his thoughts and beliefs, despite others' attempts to influence or criticize him.

I miss my fuckin' daddy, I've been callin' Montana my father
Expressing deep pain and loss at the death of the artist's father, and potentially referring to another man named Montana who has taken on a father-like role.

Times been gettin' harder
Acknowledging the increased difficulties the artist has faced in recent times, which may be related to his personal or professional life.

I came from nothing, now bitch, I'm royal
Highlighting the artist's journey from humble beginnings and limited opportunities, to his current position of wealth and power in the music industry.

I call Monique my mama, but Lord knows I need Sheronda
Referring to two maternal figures in the artist's life, with Monique being the name of a woman the artist refers to as his mother, and Sheronda representing another woman who may provide emotional support or guidance.

I don't need no commas, I'm feeling like I'm going under
Rejecting the idea of taking a break or resting from work or stress, despite feeling overwhelmed or like the artist is drowning.

My paw-paw getting old, and once he gone, I'm on my own
Expressing the artist's concern for his grandfather's aging and eventual mortality, and the implications this may have for the artist's own independence and support system.

Right now I'm all alone, I pray that grandmom keep me strong
Feeling isolated and without companionship, and showing dependence on the artist's grandmother for emotional support and strength.

Can't even leave my home, my bracelet beeping plus I'm down
Referencing the artist's house arrest or legal restrictions, which prevent him from leaving his residence and also require him to wear a monitoring device that beeps when he violates movement rules.

I just wan' be gone, my son straight, my money long
Feeling a strong desire to escape or leave the artist's current situation, while also acknowledging the security and stability provided by the artist's son and wealth.

Tell me what you feelin', I hope that I can help you out
Offering empathy and support to others who may be struggling or experiencing emotional pain, and indicating a willingness to listen and offer assistance.

My youngins in that North, I pray that y'all gon' make it out
Showing concern and hope for the safety and wellbeing of the artist's younger peers or associates who live in the Northern part of the artist's community.

These bitches comin' 'round, and they don't even like my songs
Feeling frustrated by the presence of women who show interest in the artist only for his fame or money, while also disliking the artist's actual musical output.

I'll burn up the town, before them niggas bust my dome
Making a violent threat to harm or destroy the town or community the artist lives in, if it means avoiding harm or danger to himself.

I wish that I can hear Dump say, "What up, lil brother," one more time
Expressing deep grief and longing for the artist's deceased friend or family member named Dump, and wishing for an opportunity to hear his voice or receive his greeting.

We killing shit and plus we dying
Reflecting on the cycles of violence and destruction that occur within the artist's community, which leads to both achievement and loss for the artist and his peers.

I'm gon' go off behind my brother, fuck this charge, I slang that iron
Showing determination and aggression in the face of legal trouble or prosecution, and drawing motivation from the support and memory of the artist's brother.

Before he go and I don't ride
Resolving to continue fighting and pushing forward while the artist's brother is still alive and a source of inspiration, rather than giving up or withdrawing once he is gone.