Either Way
nikmoody Lyrics

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Let me rap like this
Okay but it’s so cliché
Chick cray like she caught bouquet
It’s crazy you gon hate me either way
So I flick my wrist
No shame I’ma show you range
Lit blaze when I pull like Dame
It’s crazy you gon hate me either way

So I act like this
Love me and I told you same
Truth is girl I’m Novocain
I’m crazy you gon hate me either way
So I take my risk
Won’t quit till you know my name
All in like a poker game
I’m crazy you gon hate me either way
So I’m picking apart their fickle hearts
You think that life is all picket fences and Dip n dots
I picked the lock because life is hard and the picture’s cropped
I stand in front my bars like a prison cop boy I kid you not
The crickets stop cuz I’m the quiet one
She can’t decide if I’m lit or not where’s the fire from
It’s within so my fingers burn to the bone and it lingers
Like it’s the ring on the finger that Kobe Bryant won
Let me rap like this
Okay but it’s so cliché
Chick cray like she caught bouquet
It’s crazy you gon hate me either way
So I flick my wrist
No shame I’ma show you range
Lit blaze when I pull like Dame
It’s crazy you gon hate me either way
So I act like this
Love me and I told you same
Truth is girl I’m Novocain
I’m crazy you gon hate me either way
So I take my risk
Won’t quit till you know my name
All in like a poker game
I’m crazy you gon hate me either way
So I might as well try to stand for something
I’m hearing all of these verdicts but they don’t answer nothing
A hundred kids with no purpose looking like mannequins
And when they come at you they ain’t tagging you
Guess their handles bugging
Try connecting without an Air Drop
I’m hanging on the rim while you wait till my Nike Air’s drop
Leave me on red like I’m Carrot top and I’m squaring up
Not to fight but to frame you with no conviction
Stop
I’m so conflicted your honor
I’m so vindictive played the system so they’d listen your honor
They don’t support me so I’m sipping the Lipton
And I’m resisting thinking someone better get more tea
And burp like Rick did on her
So I guess that don’t make me cool huh
But you get lit so they see U you’re like an Uber
And I’ll admit that the vibe is like Hallelujah
The school of the hard knock kids is here to rule ya
Let me rap like this
Okay but it’s so cliché
Chick cray like she caught bouquet
It’s crazy you gon hate me either way
So I flick my wrist
No shame I’ma show you range
Lit blaze when I pull like Dame
It’s crazy you gon hate me either way
So I act like this
Love me and I told you same
Truth is girl I’m Novocain
I’m crazy you gon hate me either way
So I take my risk
Won’t quit till you know my name

All in like a poker game
I’m crazy you gon hate me either way

Overall Meaning

In "Either Way," Nikmoody explores the idea that no matter how he presents himself or what he does, there will always be someone who hates him. The first verse introduces this concept with lines like "It's crazy you gon hate me either way" and "Won't quit till you know my name." Nikmoody is determined to make a name for himself and gain recognition, but he's aware that there will always be people who dislike him no matter what he does.

The second verse delves deeper into the struggle of trying to connect with people and find meaning in life. Nikmoody talks about the "hundred kids with no purpose looking like mannequins" and the difficulty of "connecting without an Air Drop." He also references being "so conflicted" and "vindictive" and feeling like he has to play the system to be heard. Despite these challenges, he remains determined to make his mark and rule the scene.

Overall, "Either Way" is a song about resilience and perseverance in the face of criticism and adversity. It's a reminder that no matter how many people hate you or doubt you, there's always a chance to prove them wrong and make your dreams a reality.

Line by Line Meaning

Let me rap like this
I want to express myself through music using my own unique style.

Okay but it’s so cliché
Others may see my style as overused and unoriginal.

Chick cray like she caught bouquet
The girl is crazy attracted to me, like she caught the wedding bouquet.

It’s crazy you gon hate me either way
No matter what I do, some people will always dislike and criticize me.

So I flick my wrist
I confidently and effortlessly showcase my talent.

No shame I’ma show you range
I'm not afraid to push boundaries and demonstrate my versatility.

Lit blaze when I pull like Dame
I bring intense excitement and passion when I perform, like Damian Lillard on the basketball court.

Love me and I told you same
If you love and support me, I will reciprocate those feelings.

Truth is girl I’m Novocain
I'm numb to emotions and detached from feelings like Novocain, but I still crave love and attention.

So I take my risk
I'm willing to take chances and face the consequences to achieve my dreams.

Won’t quit till you know my name
I won't stop working hard until I achieve success and recognition.

All in like a poker game
I'm fully committed and invested in my music career, like a poker player betting all their chips.

I stand in front my bars like a prison cop boy I kid you not
I deliver my rhymes with authority, like a prison guard controlling the inmates.

The crickets stop cuz I’m the quiet one
My words carry weight and silence those who doubt me, despite my reserved demeanor.

She can’t decide if I’m lit or not where’s the fire from
Some people are unsure if I'm truly talented or just popular for no reason.

I’m hearing all of these verdicts but they don’t answer nothing
Despite receiving feedback and criticism, it doesn't actually provide any helpful guidance.

And when they come at you they ain’t tagging you
People who criticize often do it anonymously and without directly addressing me.

I’m so conflicted your honor
I'm unsure and torn about my direction and choices.

I’m so vindictive played the system so they’d listen your honor
I've resorted to manipulating and using the music industry to gain recognition and success.

And burp like Rick did on her
I'm unapologetically myself, even if it turns some people off.

But you get lit so they see U you’re like an Uber
If you become popular and successful, people will start paying attention and want to ride your success like an Uber.

The school of the hard knock kids is here to rule ya
People who grew up in disadvantaged and tough environments have the potential to dominate and excel in their craft.

Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Nick Taldi

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