Charm
n.i.q Lyrics
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The description of the life of a workaholick
That's why I only show respect to those certain artists
Avoid the fake like OZ cause they empty hearted
I'm up at it like a spazmatic with flashbacks
In the back of my mind like acid trips
Weaving through traffic with the grip on the manual shift
With the top back savage this feeling is fantastic yeah
Bet you won't last a whole mile in my shoes
Watching the moon shine it's part of my mortal design
My lifeline if you don't know the time then
Peep the clock hit a scotch butter lick a shot
Serve crops, crooked cops every corner stop
Roam the blocks lookin for photos opps
Keep a close watch for road blocks
Buffalo solider butterfly ox
Snakes in the grass in the midts of this angel eyes
Grab em by the throat
Rope em and I hang em high
I'm the good, the bad, plus the ugly
All 3 workin together to get money
I'm just glad that I made it past 25
A gang of my dogs died
The pain I'm feelin inside got me acting colder than Ice
Roll solo at night its clockwork
Cops killin peace tryna stop work
City to city where the citizens beef
It's not uncommon to stress but sin is to sleep
Don't let it manifest to future regrets stuck on repeat
Runnin circles in the system till your six feet
Watch for the danger and chaos while they still formless
Prevent them before they happen, that be your best focus
How else you gonna handle you things
It's a day in day out plan, try and capture them dreams
In "Charm," n.i.q describes the life of a workaholic who weaves through traffic in his car with the grip on the manual shift. He describes his fast-paced and dangerous lifestyle with lines like "I'm up at it like a spazmatic with flashbacks," and "Watching the moon shine, it's part of my mortal design." n.i.q talks about the hard work that he and other certain artists put into their careers, while simultaneously criticizing the fake artists who he says are "empty-hearted."
Throughout the song, n.i.q mentions the dangers of his lifestyle, such as crooked cops and snakes in the grass. He acknowledges the deaths of many of his friends and the pain that he feels inside. Despite the dangers and hardships, n.i.q remains focused on achieving his dreams, urging listeners to prevent future regrets by capturing their dreams.
Overall, "Charm" is a reflection on the fast-paced and dangerous lifestyle of a workaholic artist, and the importance of staying focused on one's dreams while also recognizing and avoiding potential dangers.
Line by Line Meaning
The last one to leave the first one to jump on it
NIQ is a workaholic and always the first to start working and the last to stop.
The description of the life of a workaholic
The song is about NIQ's hectic life as a workaholic.
That's why I only show respect to those certain artists
NIQ respects only certain artists who work hard and are genuine.
Avoid the fake like OZ cause they empty hearted
NIQ doesn't like fake people who lack sincerity and heart.
I'm up at it like a spazmatic with flashbacks
NIQ works hard and is always active like a person with a spastic disorder, and has flashbacks of his past experiences.
In the back of my mind like acid trips
NIQ has memories of his past experiences that are vivid and unforgettable, like acid trips.
Weaving through traffic with the grip on the manual shift
NIQ is driving through traffic with full control of the manual car.
With the top back savage this feeling is fantastic yeah
NIQ feels great with the roof down and is enjoying the feeling in the moment.
You might walk a mile in my shoes
Others might try to understand NIQ's life by putting themselves in his shoes.
Bet you won't last a whole mile in my shoes
NIQ doubts that anyone can keep up with his pace in life.
Watching the moon shine it's part of my mortal design
NIQ enjoys watching the moon as it's part of his nature.
My lifeline if you don't know the time then
NIQ's time is precious and he won't waste it waiting for others.
Peep the clock hit a scotch butter lick a shot
NIQ checks the time, drinks scotch, and takes a shot for relaxation.
Serve crops, crooked cops every corner stop
NIQ sees crooked cops at every corner, who stop people from serving crops.
Roam the blocks looking for photo ops
NIQ roams the streets looking for places to take photos.
Keep a close watch for road blocks
NIQ is always vigilant and looking for obstacles ahead.
Buffalo soldier butterfly ox
The term represents NIQ's strong and resilient nature like a buffalo soldier, who is also gentle and graceful.
Snakes in the grass in the midst of this angel eyes
NIQ is surrounded by two-faced people who appear pure on the surface.
Grab 'em by the throat, Rope 'em and I hang 'em high
NIQ is ruthless with those who pretend to be something else, and punishes them severely.
I'm the good, the bad, plus the ugly
NIQ acknowledges that he has different aspects of himself, both good and bad.
All 3 working together to get money
NIQ's different aspects work together to earn money.
I'm just glad that I made it past 25
NIQ is grateful for surviving his youth and making it past 25, which is usually a dangerous age for young men.
A gang of my dogs died
NIQ's friends died at a young age, most likely due to drugs or gang violence.
The pain I'm feeling inside got me acting colder than Ice
NIQ is numb to the pain he feels inside, which makes him appear cold towards others.
Roll solo at night its clockwork
NIQ is accustomed to going out alone at night.
Cops killing peace trying to stop work
NIQ sees the police as a hindrance to his work and lifestyle.
City to city where the citizens beef
NIQ travels to different cities where people have arguments and disputes.
It's not uncommon to stress but sin is to sleep
NIQ feels stress is common, but sleeps very little to avoid wasting time.
Don't let it manifest to future regrets stuck on repeat
NIQ advises others to not let stress and negative thoughts build up and lead to regretful actions.
Running circles in the system till your six feet
NIQ sees people running on the same system consistently until they die.
Watch for the danger and chaos while they still formless
NIQ advises to look out for dangers and chaos while they are still in their early stages.
Prevent them before they happen, that be your best focus
NIQ thinks it's best to prevent potential dangers and chaos from happening.
How else you gonna handle your things
NIQ advises to find other ways to handle situations besides worrying or stressing over them.
It's a day in day out plan, try and capture them dreams
NIQ encourages others to make a plan and work towards their dreams every day.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Patrick Antonian
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