define me

Gotta put the past behind me, can’t let that be what defines me, Streets cold, got my heart in a bind, see, Tired of the killing, drug dealing, it’s blinding, Every corner, every block, got a story that’s grimy. Niggas really be trying me, testing my patience, Every day’s a struggle, but I’m seeking salvation, Lost too many homies to the game’s temptation, Can’t let their memories fade, they fuel my motivation. Eyes on the prize, I’m breaking these chains, Rising from the dirt, I’m embracing the pain, No more living reckless, I’m shifting the lanes, Gotta find my peace, while I’m dodging the rain. Lessons from the past, yeah, they shaped my design, But I’m moving forward, ain't no way I rewind, Got dreams in my pocket, and hope in my mind, Watch me elevate, leave the darkness behind. You just don’t know how hard it is, Walking through the shadows, fighting demons in the mist, Every step I take, feel the weight of the past, Hustlin’ every moment, trying to make it last. Road was paved with pain, yeah, I’m scarred deep, Lost so many homies, now it's hard to sleep, Echoes of the streets, hear the sirens wail, Chasin’ dreams while I’m dodging all the fail. Every single day, yeah, I’m carrying the load, Eyes on the prize, but it’s a rocky road, Round the corner, shots ring, life’s a deadly game, But I’m rising from the ashes, never feeling shame. Count my blessings, though the struggle’s real, Got a heart of a lion, yeah, you know the deal, Vibes heavy, but I'm lighter on my feet, Juicy dreams in my mind, can’t accept defeat.