(Verse 1)
Follow your hear over the popular theme
Most impossibilities are often not as they seem
You should strive to be the king, be the crop of the cream
Rather that then to Die With A Dream
Yo
From the days in the cradle when my Momma would sing
I was raised by an Angel, a Goddess, a Queen
Wish I could go back again just to know what it’s like
You’re the reason I exist so I owe you my life
Before the shows and mics and all the fights persisted
Just know deep down we’re more alike than different
Cause I don’t wanna bring trouble, I want you to shine
So stress not mother cause the struggle is mine
Cause you’ve had a rough past with emotional pain
And vowed to never have your own children go through the same
Always sacrificed to be with us, smothered with huge hugs
Your only flaw as a mother was loving us too much
Two great parents your presence is so sacred
Just know I love you both as much as I don’t say it
I know it doesn’t show cause I’m embarrassed to let it
So this is the only way that I know how to express it
Cause you’ve worked hard to raise us and send us on a clean path
Always gave love, rarely was received back
So as of now, for you there’s no replacements
I’m starting to come around and I thank you for my patience
Cause I’ve been watching and learning while looking up to you
And I still got a lot of maturing and growing up to do
I’ll make you proud when I flow in this booth
Cause I appreciate your efforts and I Owe It To You
And That’s The Truth
(Verse 2)
I was lucky enough to grow up with nothing but the
Two best sisters in the world, I’m the youngest of three
Growing up with you was like being an extra in musicals
Both smart, both strong, independent and beautiful
Dependable, reliable, exceptional, admirable
Intelligent as minds could grow, and caring with kindest souls
At times maniacal when tensions arrive
That’s what happens when personalities of passion collide
You both inspire me, regardless of my legacy
Beyond the common pedigree, you are what I could never be
You set the bar higher than I thought you could put it
You’re the reason that I’m respecting these women I shouldn’t
But you’re the reason it’s a Queen that I’m looking to find
Was raised by women, I couldn’t hit a girl if I tried
And not being a better Brother’s a recent regret
Cause I hate to see you unhappy and see you upset
But I’ll always look forward to meeting up again back home
Been together for mad long, you girls are my backbone
But through the highs, lows, ups, downs, and the pain
You always want what’s best for me, and I wish you the same
(Verse 3)
Yo I was taught to not always follow the popular theme
Most impossibilities are often not as they seem
You should strive to be a King, be the crop of the cream
Rather to live with a purpose than to Die With A Dream
So that’s why I gotta follow through, and honestly from me to you
It’s something that I need to do, that’s why I gotta see it through
I only speak if I mean it, or else remain silent
So if I give my word, as a man I’ma stand by it
I dedicate this to my fans and my struggles
To all my extended family, my aunts and my uncles
My cousins long futures, your dreams are within you grasp
My dog Cooper, you’re the best friend I’ll ever have
And Zoo follow you passion do whatever it takes
Never sacrifice your heart and leave potentials to waste
And to all my past friends I hope you dream and never stop
Yo Babin, What’s good homie? I’ma see you at the top
I’ma hold on tight, I’ma ride this stream
I’ma prolong life, I’ma find my dreams
I’ll reject false living, I’ll refine my schemes
And I’ll respect all women till I find my Queen
For the elderly and old, for the life of the youth
I’ma question what I’m told, I’ma fight for the truth
Every message in my soul, I’ma write as the proof
And every lesson’ll be told through this mic and this booth
Longtime Style P collaborator Fortes serves up instrumental versions of eight of his productions for the New York rapper. Bandcamp New & Notable Jun 22, 2020
