Don't Stop
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(Ever lovin me)
The singer is requesting his lover to never stop loving him, indicating that it is an essential part of their bond.

(Don't stop ever lovin me)
Reemphasizing the previous request, the singer desires that their partner should never, under any circumstances, stop loving them.

Don't stop, don't stop the love
This line is the chorus and emphasizes the main message of the song - to not stop the love.

It's just the thug in me
The singer attributes his stubbornness and reluctance to change as his identity as a 'thug.'

Please, I'm just a man, survivin', doin' what I can do when I can
A confession of vulnerability, the singer pleads that he is just a man trying his best to survive and make things work.

I try to move in silence, like to keep it cool as a fan
The singer tries to keep a low profile and maintain a calm demeanor to avoid drawing unnecessary attention.

I try to stay humble, chillin', real, down-to-earth's how I am
The singer tries to maintain his humility while staying true to himself, keeping his feet on the ground.

But then this business get to pullin' me under (pullin' me under)
The demands and pressures of the music industry are overwhelming the singer and causing him to feel trapped.

Its makin' me so crazy, should I leave it I wonder? (I wonder)
The singer is considering leaving the music industry as an option in order to preserve his mental health.

I probably should before it kills me, I know, but
The singer acknowledges that continuing to stay in the music industry could be detrimental to his well-being.

My passions won't unleash and release me, I'm so stuck (I'm so stuck)
Despite acknowledging the negative impact of the industry, the singer is bound to his love for making music, feeling unable to escape it.

Forgive me lord, but now I'm tryna to get right for the cause
The singer asks for forgiveness and aims to do what's right for the greater good.

Don't wanna be standin' on that other side of the wall, no, not at all
The singer does not want to end up damaging himself or his reputation because of poor choices.

So please forgive us, because we know we in the last days
The singer recognizes the potential for difficult times and asks for forgiveness for the wrongs he has committed.

I know I ain't livin' right, and gettin' it right is part of my plan
The singer admits that he has been leading an improper lifestyle and is actively trying to make amends and get back on the right path.

But I been in the streets so long, I think a thug is all that I am
The singer has been living a rough life for a significant period and finds it hard to change what he thinks is his core identity.

And I'm gonna get it together, cause anybody knows that I can
The singer is determined to turn his life around and knows that he can do it with effort and determination.

When I look at it, ain't did too much, so much of it blown, gone
The singer regrets that he has not accomplished as much as he should have due to poor choices that led to a loss of time and opportunities.

Gotta do what's right with what I got now
Despite past mistakes, the singer recognizes the importance of making the right choices with what he currently has.

You can do right (right), or you can do wrong (wrong)
The singer acknowledges that in life, there are two choices - doing what is right and doing what is wrong.

Won't get so nice right now, but we can hold on
The current situation may not be pleasant, but the singer encourages holding on and enduring through adversity.

Now I've been high, so kind of obnoxious, miss you walkin' around in my boxers
The singer reminisces about the good times with his lover and the fun, flirtatious activities they used to engage in.

Miss you kickin' it like soccer, other couples tryin' to mock us, hold on
The singer misses the fun times shared with his lover and doesn't care about others disapproving of their relationship.

Holdin' hands was never in my plans, and then you came along
Before meeting his lover, the singer was not interested in holding hands, but his lover changed his perspective.

And made me your man, I must stand on my own two
The singer has taken on the role of a protector and must support his lover and family.

Can't understand what we goin' through, this for me? Naw, this for you
The singer acknowledges that he cannot always understand what his lover is going through, but he is willing to be there for her regardless.

But you was the one I shoulda really kept it realler with
The singer wishes he had been more honest and genuine with his lover, recognizing the importance of trust and authenticity in a relationship.

But I fucked up and this is real as a killer get
The singer acknowledges his past faults and admits that the situation is real and serious.

And when we split, I was like a lost puppy
The singer was devastated when his relationship with his lover ended, feeling as if he had lost a part of himself.

Had to man up, and stand up, so the next one could love me
Despite the pain of the breakup, the singer recognized the responsibility of moving on and becoming a better person for the sake of himself and future relationships.

But until then, you know I'm gon ride, with the glock cocked, keep it copped
Until things get better, the singer will continue to persevere and protect himself.

I hope it don't stop, stop, stop, stop, stop, stop (ever lovin' me)
The singer hopes that his partner will never stop loving him and will continue to support him through the tough times.