Trauma
m.a.m.i. Lyrics

You know things been a lil crazy lately C3 baby
The singer acknowledges the recent chaos in their life and identifies themselves as a member of the C3 gang.

I woulda never thought somebody would try and come kill me Take me away from my family somebody was willing These niggas hating This is shit crazy Now I'm go
The singer is shocked that someone would attempt to take their life and separate them from their loved ones. They attribute the attack to the animosity of others, and leave the situation behind.

I woulda squeeze the whole 30 I couldn't grab da pole Cuz I was too busy ducking I heard shots and got low And I got hit 3 times and I ain't even know That shit happen so fast I wasnt sure what happened My arm was getting numb and then I saw blood on my jacket
The singer admits that they didn't retaliate with their full firepower because they were focused on avoiding harm. They were injured in the process and were disoriented during the attack.

I Got up out the hospital they said that I was cool 12 took my clothes and my jewelry, they took da glizzy too No disrespect but that's my right I need my glizzy back Cuz in this city you just can get caught without yo strap
After being discharged from the hospital, the police confiscated the artist's belongings, including their gun. The artist demands the return of their firearm which they believe they need to protect themselves in their dangerous hometown.

5 shootings in a month They all a mystery Come on Akron it's suppose to be black history Too many blacks Tryna put other blacks out they misery. And it's a fact all this gone lead to the devil to victory.
The artist laments the frequency of gun violence in their community, and questions why so many black people are killing each other. They fear that this violence is ultimately self-destructive and may benefit malevolent forces.

I had to pay out of my pocket Cuz I aint have no insurance Too many niggas claim they solid Turned into informants
The singer had to use their own money to cover medical expenses because they lacked insurance. They express disappointment that people they trusted turned out to be informants to the police.

And I'm just speaking some real A lot hate going round Let's love each other Uplift yo brother don't bring em down A small city wit potential but can't keep da peace I'm speaking for da youth dats out here in dese streets I speak on behalf of my whole family Who woulda saw my face on a shirt dat said Rest In Peace
The singer believes that they are speaking honestly about the hate that is pervasive in their community. They urge people to uplift each other and avoid jealousy and violence. Although Akron has much potential, it lacks peace and the singer is concerned for the safety of the youth and their own family.

So much Trauma They don't really wanna see you make it They claim they love you On the low they really hating That's why You gotta watch yo back Cuz they be snaking They out here snaking So much trauma
The refrain of the song states that there is a lot of pain and drama in life, and people who pretend to be supportive may secretly wish for your downfall. The artist advises others to be careful and watch out for backstabbers.

You gone see when you be up and you be down Cuz when you ain't got shit man they don't come around Act like they happy when they see you getting bread Next thing you know somebody want you dead
The artist warns that people will reveal their true colors depending on your status and success. Those who are absent when you have nothing might become jealous when you are prosperous, to the point of violence.

I left my toast up in da whip it That bitch had a full clip Big bro said he coming up I know he on some bullshit Im praying for my enemies Cuz look what you niggas started My whole family savages and plus all my niggas heartless
The artist left their gun in the car, which was fully loaded. Someone they know is threatening them, and they fear the worst. Despite being the victim of violence, the artist prays for those who have harmed them. They testify that their family and friends are ruthless and violent.

And I don't even fuck wit nobody, how you gone want me dead These niggas hate a young fly nigga about his bread No matter who they is nobody wanna see you winning They go through measures just to watch yo shit come to an ending.
The singer is confused why someone would want to kill them, because they don't mess with anyone. They believe that jealousy is the cause, as people hate seeing a successful and stylish person. The refrain repeats that people will go to great lengths to prevent your success.

Always have heart Cuz anybody in this world cold a leave you in the dark And niggas playing wit dat that iron man No not tony start and they ah squeeze and leave you wit no air Like Chris and jorden sparks I gotta play it smart never follow always lead For having hella ambition then guilty is what I plead Keep it real long as I breathe Always stand tall Never change like the color of the leaves In the fall So I just plan to ball
The artist urges others to be brave and resilient because anyone can abandon you in difficult times. They make a pun on 'iron man' to describe those who use guns to suffocate a victim. The artist vows to be cautious and independent, and never to stray from their values. They compare themselves to the leaves in autumn, which fall but remain the same color.

People see me as da underdog I'm supplying pressure This the year that this shit taking off Y'all been sleeping on me Keep on sleeping I'll be waking y'all My city love me But they want me dead Ima pray for y'all
The singer believes that others underestimate them, but they are about to achieve greatness. They put a positive spin on being overlooked, as it allows them to surprise their detractors. The singer promises to help awaken others to their potential. Despite being threatened, they express love and forgiveness for their city.