Life ain't always what it seems, Growing up in the city, chasing dreams, Trying to stay above water, but it gets deep, Gotta watch my back when I'm walking these streets, (Chorus) Struggles of the streets, Everyday we're facing defeats, Trying to make it out alive, In this world where we strive, (Verse 2) Seen too much pain and tragedy, Lost too many brothers to the tragedy, Mama praying for my safety, But these streets they never take it lightly, (Chorus) Struggles of the streets, Everyday we're facing defeats, Trying to make it out alive, In this world where we strive, (Bridge) Gasping for air in the concrete jungle, Caught in the cycle, trying not to stumble, Hoping for a better tomorrow, In this life full of sorrow (Chorus) Struggles of the streets, Everyday we're facing defeats, Trying to make it out alive, In this world where we strive, (Outro) One foot in front of the other, Never giving up, I'll discover, The strength within me to rise above, Because In this life we live, to die