Lyrics

(Verse 1)
Yo, step back, let me take you on a ride,
Through the city streets, where the real ones abide,
Concrete jungle, where dreams turn to gold,
Got a story to tell, so let the truth unfold.

Late nights, lights bright, hustlin’ through the haze,
Boys in the hood, livin’ life in a maze,
You see the struggle, but you don’t know the strife,
You think you know the game, but you ain't lived this life.

(Chorus)
You are not me, what did you think?
Walking in my shoes, takes more than a wink,
Every scar tells a tale, every bruise a sign,
I’m climbing out the gutter, just to shine and to grind.

(Verse 2)
Got a crew on my back, yeah, we ride or die,
From the block to the top, we aim for the sky,
You see the haters talking, throwing shade from the side,
But they don’t understand, they can’t feel my vibe.

Every step, every hustle, it’s more than a game,
While you sitting on the sidelines, I’m chasing that flame,
Late night grind with the stars in my vision,
Spitting raw truth, no need for revision.

(Chorus)
You are not me, what did you think?
Walking in my shoes, takes more than a wink,
Every scar tells a tale, every bruise a sign,
I’m climbing out the gutter, just to shine and to grind.

(Verse 3)
Got the weight on my shoulders, but I’m built for the load,
Roadblocks in my path, still I’m taking the road,
Lessons from the streets, wisdom in the pain,
While you use that filter, I’m embracing the rain.

So next time you see me, don’t judge from afar,
I’m a product of the struggle, yeah, look at my scars,
I walk with my head high, pride in my chest,
You think you can keep up? Better put it to the test.

(Chorus)
You are not me, what did you think?
Walking in my shoes, takes more than a wink,
Every scar tells a tale, every bruise a sign,
I’m climbing out the gutter, just to shine and to grind.

(Outro)
So remember this truth, when you’re spitting that hate,
You don’t know my journey, don’t know my fate,
Just keep it real, let the music intertwine,
Cause I’m living my story, and I’m destined to shine.