Yeah, this is how I lived, straight from the bottom,

Yeah, this is how I lived, straight from the bottom, Came up from the struggle, no handouts, I fought 'em. Late nights, street lights, dreams in the shadows, Hustlin' hard, dodgin' hate, never let 'em rattle. Countin' all my blessings, learned to keep it real, Trust is hard to find, but I know just how to feel. Lost some of my brothers, but we still on the grind, Memories in my veins, can't leave that behind. Rollin' through the city with a vision so clear, Every step I take, I conquer all my fears. Money on my mind, but respect's what I crave, This is how I lived, stayin' true, never slave. Enemies lurkin', but I keep my circle tight, Only real ones with me, we gon' shine through the night. Life's a game of chess, I strategize my moves, This is how I lived, always payin' my dues.