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god is a dj
alex m.o.r.p.h. Lyrics
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Trying but the devil got a hold
Don't get mad Don't get mad huh
Mean mugging that's a stronghold
Truth bomb bomb Demons headed to the hot zone
You think you Balling boy
But really, you headed to death
What you talking bout
GOD did Sin separating
but He wants really really wants to Bless
The price been paid
The Lord God is Sovereign
The opening lines of the song "God is Gracious, God is Good, I thank God I made it out the hood" are an ode and a moment of gratitude towards the divine force that allowed the artist to rise above his origins and circumstances. The lyrics go on to describe the alienation that the artist feels from his community, being rejected from his Atlanta surroundings, and even himself for not sounding as hood or gutter as he believes he should. The song also touches upon the thirst for success, longing for more than just an average job or life. The lines "I could've had an average job, was hungry and I wanted more" indicate this desire for more and willingness to work hard to achieve it.
As the song progresses, Bobby Ray speaks of the fake relationships in the music industry, how people are always trying to bring him down, and how he must deal with being lonely despite being successful. He touches upon the issue of racism and colorism among his own people, where people undermine others based on their external features such as their skin color or hairstyles. Throughout the song, Bobby Ray asserts that he knows he is different from the norms of his hometown, but he intends not to change because he is comfortable with who he is.
One of the key themes in "God Is A DJ" is that one's identity is not defined by their surroundings or people around them. The creator of this song sees himself as an outsider among communities and people that he has known his entire life. He does not conform to their standards but chooses to embrace the unique qualities that make him who he is. By showcasing his singularity, he hopes to inspire others to do the same, despite their backgrounds or external features.
Line by Line Meaning
God is gracious, God is good
Acknowledging the goodness of God
I thank God I made it out the hood
Grateful for escaping the challenges of the street and ghetto life
Misguided, misunderstood
Feeling lost and not well-understood
Eyes red like riding hood
Bloodshot eyes like Little Red Riding Hood while going through difficult times
Though around my hood, I prolly don't get the hoorah I should
Despite being in the same area with other successful artists, recognition and support is lacking
'Cause I don't sound as Atlanta, I don't sound as hood
Not fitting the expected Atlanta or hood sound for a rapper
I don't know I guess I'm not as soulful
Not having the same level of soulfulness as others
I don't know I guess I'm not as local
Not connecting with the locality as much as others
I don't know I guess I'm way too boastful
Being too self-assured and confident
All these shows, man I'm way too global
Being a global sensation in the music industry
Trusting these hoes man, I'm way to hopeful
Being too trusting in relationships and hoping for the best
Speaking my mind man I'm way to vocal
Being unafraid to express one's opinions or ideas
And I'm way too loco
Being a bit crazy or unpredictable
And it's crazy how niggas could see their self
It's surprising how people could identify with one's experiences
When they look at you and believe their self
Seeing themselves in one's story or journey
In the ring you the people's champ
Being a champion for the people
So they see them rings
Recognizing one's accomplishments
And they see them belts
Identifying success, achievements, or status
Now you done bossed up
Having achieved a level of success and influence
But y'all could see it your self
Others can also recognize one's success
Changed up, you need to be your self
Feeling misunderstood or misjudged for changing or evolving as a person or artist
Whatever the fuck that is
Trying to define or express oneself despite uncertainty or criticism
And fuck this rap shit
Expressing frustration or dissatisfaction with the rap industry
Whatever the fuck that is
Uncertainty or confusion about one's identity or direction
It's more to Atlanta than just being a dumb black nigga
There's more to the culture and community of Atlanta than stereotypes
And a slum black kid
Growing up in poverty or challenging circumstances
It's more to Atlanta than just being a conscious rapper
There's more to the artistic scene and identity of Atlanta than conscious rap music
With some content on a compact disc, in a backpack
Identifying with conscious rap that often comes in CD form and carried around in backpacks
With some nappy ass hair
Defying traditional beauty standards with natural, textured hair
Just so you could feel more black
Embracing and celebrating one's blackness through both appearance and artistic expression
Fuck it I'm back, Bobby Ray bounce
Returning to one's original identity or style with newfound confidence
See I was just the average Joe
Starting off as an ordinary person
I could'a have a average job
Having the potential for a regular, average career
Was hungry and I wanted more
Having a strong desire for success or fulfillment
But back then I had it all
Feeling content and satisfied with one's life despite not having achieved fame or fortune yet
Before I drove the fancy cars
Before becoming wealthy or successful
Before I smoked with all the stars
Before associating with other famous or successful people
My family ain't gon never starve
Ensuring that one's loved ones are always taken care of
Back then they didn't want me
Being overlooked or not valued in the past
Now I'm on they still phony
Being successful but still facing fake or insincere people
Fake cool, fake dudes, fake beefing
Encountering inauthenticity in the rap industry
They still cloning
Copying or imitating one's style or success
And I'm still lonely, they be taking shots at the big homey
Feeling isolated despite being successful and popular
You still lonely up top
Other successful people also feel lonely and isolated at the top
And the only friend that I got
Finding comfort in oneself rather than the people around them
They say they sleeping on me
Being underestimated or undervalued by others
It's a bunch of undercovers, undercover cops
Feeling like others are secretly out to get or undermine oneself
Undercover brothers ummm
Referring to other black men who are pretending or hiding their true intentions
I ain't one to judged ya, I'm just saying it's a lot
Not wanting to criticize or blame others, but acknowledging the challenges of the industry
Of niggas covered up behind the color and the choppa
Other people are hiding behind their image or weapons to assert dominance or success
True colors represent the loud boy
One's true character or intentions can be revealed through their actions or behavior
Niggas know that are not a mobster
Others can easily tell who is and isn't truly involved in criminal activity
Only rich you see is the center block boy
The only wealthy people you'll find in the neighborhood are drug dealers
Writing fiction but you not a Author
Creating a false persona or story but being disingenuous or lacking creativity
Looking left stiffing up your posture
Feeling uncomfortable or defensive when given scrutiny
Got a label we don't claim a genre bitch
Not conforming to any specific genre or expectation
'Cause it ain't a genre
The music doesn't fit within strict genre boundaries
Whole roster chalk full of rastas
Having a team full of like-minded individuals
I been medicating so much lately
Using substances to cope or relax
Every day I got a different doctor, God damn
Finding different ways to unwind or maintain mental health
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Helmut Urrutia
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