Concrete cracks and the streetlights fade, Ain’t no playground, just a razor blade. No picket fence, just a chain-link maze, Every step’s a gamble, every night’s a haze. (Pre-Chorus) Steel-toe boots on the blacktop grind, Eyes in the dark, got danger behind. You don’t look twice, you don’t say names, Southdown rules, we don’t play games. Southdown where the kids don’t play, (Southdown where the kids don’t play,) Thank God that you lived another day. (Thank God that you lived another day) Southdown where the strong don’t pray, (Southdown where the strong don’t pray) Just move like a ghost and fade away. (Just move like a ghost and fade away) Sirens hum like a twisted song, Neighbors been here, but they don’t belong. Glass on the curb, blood in the drain, Ain’t no sunshine, only acid rain. Steel-toe boots on the blacktop grind, Eyes in the dark, got danger behind. You don’t look twice, you don’t say names, Southdown rules, we don’t play games. (Southdown where the kids don’t play,) Thank God that you lived another day. (Thank God that you lived another day) Southdown where the strong don’t pray, (Southdown where the strong don’t pray) Just move like a ghost and fade away. (Just move like a ghost and fade away) (Bridge – Heavy Rock Breakdown) Shadows creeping, cold wind blows, Dead-end dreams where the river flows. Born in the fire, raised in the smoke, If you ain't built for it, then you won’t cope. (Southdown where the kids don’t play,) Thank God that you lived another day. (Thank God that you lived another day) Southdown where the strong don’t pray, (Southdown where the strong don’t pray) Just move like a ghost and fade away. (Just move like a ghost and fade away)
style of rap & rock
English
The lyrics evoke a sense of bleakness and survival, capturing the struggles of urban life filled with danger and disillusionment; an atmosphere of resilience and toughness amidst despair.
The song could be used in various scenarios such as a soundtrack for a film depicting urban struggles, in motivational contexts for overcoming adversity, or as an anthem for social commentary on living in difficult environments.
The song employs vivid imagery and metaphorical language to convey its themes, utilizing a robust and aggressive vocal delivery characteristic of rock while integrating rhythmic, lyrical elements of rap. The juxtaposition of hard-hitting beats and lyrical content underscores the raw emotion and intensity of the message.
Side by side since way back when, Through every twist, around each bend. Laughing loud, running free, That’s the way it’s meant to be. (Pre-Chorus) No road too long, no dream too high, With my brother, we touch the sky. Through the ups and through the downs, We’re still here, we’re still around. (Chorus) Brothers, best friends, hand in hand, Side by side, we make our stand. Through the years, through the miles, Always here to share the smiles. (Verse 2) Morning sun or midnight run, Every moment’s twice the fun. Secret handshakes, inside jokes, Chasing dreams and swapping hopes. (Pre-Chorus) No road too long, no dream too high, With my brother, we touch the sky. Through the ups and through the downs, We’re still here, we’re still around. (Chorus) Brothers, best friends, hand in hand, Side by side, we make our stand. Through the years, through the miles, Always here to share the smiles. (Bridge) Through thick and thin, through rain and shine, No better friend that I could find. No need for words, we just know, Where one of us is, the other goes. (Outro) Brothers, best friends, always true, No one else I’d rather choose. Come what may, near or far, You’ll always be my brightest star.
[Verse 1] Brick walls closing, city breathe venom, Cabs honk melodies, night turn denim. Streetlights flicker, hope tightrope spinning, Concrete jungle, raw game ain't winning. [Chorus] Steel heartbeats, rhythm of the underpass, Dreams get taxed, shatter quick like shattered glass. Echo off the alleys where the lost souls amass, Spit fire in the shadows, future stuck in the past. [Verse 2] Graffiti scriptures, prophets in the spray, Voices in the sirens screaming, stay out the fray. Rooftop poets, words sharper than a blade, In the land of the hustlaz, legends get made. [Bridge] Subway sermons, survival in the grime, Clock hands deadly, punctuated in time. Chasing gold mirages while the city chime, Will I conquer the struggle or just live by the crime? [Verse 3] Crumpled bills crush dreams in a paper roll, Smoke stacks whisper secrets to a burning soul. Rat race marathon, the victor pay the toll, Life here ain’t fo’ sale but it’s heavily patrolled. [Chorus] Steel heartbeats, rhythm of the underpass, Dreams get taxed, shatter quick like shattered glass. Echo off the alleys where the lost souls amass, Spit fire in the shadows, future stuck in the past.
[Verse] Eyes half-closed he's wandering slow Through a haze where time won't go Leaning on clouds that don't exist He's chasing dreams on a smoky twist [Chorus] Stoner man he's got no plans Life rolls by in his steady hands Laughter spins like a vinyl groove He's lost in vibes nothing left to prove [Verse 2] He mumbles jokes to the setting sun Counting stars till night's begun His world is small but it feels so grand A universe born of grains of sand [Chorus] Stoner man he's got no plans Life rolls by in his steady hands Laughter spins like a vinyl groove He's lost in vibes nothing left to prove [Bridge] Guess he's high but he's rooted deep Wide awake in his half-dream sleep Falling upward on a crooked track Never looking forward never looking back [Verse 3] The smell of hash and burning wood He’d change the world if he only could But in his eyes the truth is clear Why wake up when heaven is here
Verse 1) Lightning flashin', sky's a-cryin' Wind's a-howlin', trees are tryin' To hold on tight, but they're bendin' low Folks said, "Stay inside, where you gotta go?" But I ain't listenin', radio's on loud Got a bonfire burnin', right here in the cloud Of downpour rain, and thunder's boom This ain't no flood watch, this is a party in the gloom! (Chorus) Yeah, the storm's a-ragin', but the spirit's high We're drinkin' sweet tea 'neath a stormy sky Got guitars strummin', and the bass is thumpin' This ain't no weatherman, this is somethin'! A little bit crazy, a whole lotta fun Party in the storm, 'til the morning sun! (Verse 2) Back porch is drippin', mud up to our knees But we're dancin' barefoot, feeling the breeze Of hurricane heart, and thunderous soul Losin' all control, lettin' the good times roll Neighbor brought his banjo, Sarah's got her fiddle This ain't no tragedy, just a country riddle How to turn the bad news, upside down And find some joy when the world is drownin' (Chorus) Yeah, the storm's a-ragin', but the spirit's high We're drinkin' sweet tea 'neath a stormy sky Got guitars strummin', and the bass is thumpin' This ain't no weatherman, this is somethin'! A little bit crazy, a whole lotta fun Party in the storm, 'til the morning sun! (Bridge) Some might call us crazy, some might call us fools But we're makin' memories, breakin' all the rules Of staying safe and dry, inside the door Tonight we're livin' loud, and lovin' more! (Guitar Solo - fast and energetic, with a southern rock feel) (Chorus) Yeah, the storm's a-ragin', but the spirit's high We're drinkin' sweet tea 'neath a stormy sky Got guitars strummin', and the bass is thumpin' This ain't no weatherman, this is somethin'! A little bit crazy, a whole lotta fun Party in the storm, 'til the morning sun! (Outro) The morning sun, gonna shine again But no one will forget, this storm we weathered then Party in the storm, yeah, that's our claim to fame Wash away the worry, and call out the rain! Yeehaw!
[Verse 1] Clock in, 10 PM, gotta run the store Night shift grind, seen it all before Lights hum low, but my game stay bright In the aisles, stocking dreams under neon light Pushing carts through the frozen section Deli crew wild, no time for correction Breakroom smells like burnt coffee and stress Payroll tight, but I still do my best [Chorus] Night shift hustle, stacking that bread Barcode life, got the scanner on red Clock don’t stop, so we do what we do Big Y livin’, gotta see the night through [Verse 2] Late-night lurkers, coupons in hand Granny with the cents-off, she don’t understand Teenagers wildin’, tryna boost some beer But I seen that move like a cashier seer Frozen truck’s late, gotta break down the load Stockroom packed like a Tetris code Overnight crew got jokes for days Talk smack, stack shelves, then part our ways [Chorus] Night shift hustle, stacking that bread Barcode life, got the scanner on red Clock don’t stop, so we do what we do Big Y livin’, gotta see the night through [Bridge] Price check drama on aisle three Milk spill mess, man, that’s all on me Manager mode, gotta hold it down When the sun comes up, I’m ghost in this town [Verse 3] Boss calls in, says "keep it tight" Gotta watch the cameras, keep it light Dreamin’ of a day shift, 9 to 5 But the night grind’s mine, and I keep it live [Chorus - Repeat & Fade Out] Night shift hustle, stacking that bread Barcode life, got the scanner on red Clock don’t stop, so we do what we do Big Y livin’, gotta see the night through
[Verse] Beats in my brain, sharp as a barber blade, Echoes in the alleys where the hustlers get paid. Sweat on the pavement, dreams in the jet stream, Chasing neon nights, city flickers like a meme. [Chorus] Bounce with the rhythm, let the speakers explode, Turn a cracked sidewalk into a gold-paved road. Drums on the heart, basslines in the soul, Spit fire in the dark, watch the story unfold. [Verse 2] Verses hit heavy, like thunder with no storm, Heat in the cipher, every word born deformed. Foreman gloves grip tight, swinging words raw, Every bar hits harder, no space for the flaw. [Bridge] Life's a corner store, aisles stacked with stories, From Ramen noodles to puffed-up glories. Pick a bag of metaphors, cash in on dreams, Rip the seams, let it spill light on the schemes. [Verse 3] Flipping out phonemes, Olympics of syntax, Running laps with my shadow on the train tracks. Graffiti nights whisper secrets to steel beasts, While I plot bars over beats, gourmet feasts. [Chorus] Bounce with the rhythm, let the speakers explode, Turn a cracked sidewalk into a gold-paved road. Drums on the heart, basslines in the soul, Spit fire in the dark, watch the story unfold.
[intro] [guitar] [verse 1] [Malgache language] Dé niàrak'issik, hanadiinou... ny andro maraina, Fitiàvakou andrikou, tssy hou zàka bàtaina... Ny djiroun’ny foukou mitsiiloupiloupy, Nandraiissakou anaou... faffàzana touky, [chorus] Ra tsy nissy anaou dé tonga haoulou, tsii ssatry ny tranou, Ny ranou ssoutrouina avy, nou mila hanamàmou Fa mamiikou lôtra ny ouroukourouka... hampandry, ny ssaiina [bridge] [verse 2] Ny ssangiin’ny hariva, touhizantsika maraiina... Ianaou ampangou... ilày manitra tsy fouikou, Mameloumbélouna ny aiina... [chorus] Dé niarak' ssik, hanadiinou... ny andro maraina, Fitiàvakou andrikou, tssy hou zàka bàtaina... Ny djiroun’ny foukou mitsiiloupiloupy, Nandraiissakou anaou... faffàzana touky, [outro] Manouatouhana tsy ou lavou, rasoumbiniaiina, Manouatouhana tsy ou lavou, rasoumbiniaiina.
[Intro] [guitar] [Verse 1] And we were together, forgetting the dawning day Suspended between yesterday and tomorrow, in an endless present And we were together, defying time Creating a world, our hearts as witnesses [acoustic guitar] [Verse 2] These walls are empty and dark, The water I drink threatens to intoxicate me Your scent revives my soul You who support me so we don’t fall, You who support me so we don’t fall [Chorus] And we were together, forgetting the dawning day Suspended between yesterday and tomorrow, in an endless present And we were together, defying time Creating a world, our hearts as witnesses [bridge] [tenor sax] [Verse 3] No matter the clock and its hungry hands No matter the world and its desperate calls In this fragile bubble we’ve woven together Eternity is measured in exchanged glances [Outro] And we were together, forgetting the dawning day Creators of a time that belongs only to us And we will be together when other dawns arrive You who support me so I don’t sink, You who support me so I don’t sink.
[Intro] [guitar] [Verse 1] And we were together, forgetting the dawning day Suspended between yesterday and tomorrow, in an endless present And we were together, defying time Creating a world, our hearts as witnesses [acoustic guitar] [Verse 2] These walls are empty and dark, The water I drink threatens to intoxicate me Your scent revives my soul You who support me so we don’t fall, You who support me so we don’t fall [Chorus] And we were together, forgetting the dawning day Suspended between yesterday and tomorrow, in an endless present And we were together, defying time Creating a world, our hearts as witnesses [bridge] [tenor sax] [Verse 3] No matter the clock and its hungry hands No matter the world and its desperate calls In this fragile bubble we’ve woven together Eternity is measured in exchanged glances [Outro] And we were together, forgetting the dawning day Creators of a time that belongs only to us And we will be together when other dawns arrive You who support me so I don’t sink, You who support me so I don’t sink.
Casoh’s in the kitchen, it’s time to eat, Stackin’ up the plates, oh, can’t be beat. Burgers, pizza, fries on the way, Every single bite makes the Earth sway. He’s got the appetite, can’t be denied, Every meal’s a mountain that he’s gonna ride. With every step, the ground starts to quake, Watch out, world, Casoh’s on the take! (Pre-Chorus) From the snacks to the feast, nothing too small, Casoh eats it all, he answers the call. With every bite, the world feels the shake, Casoh’s hungry, time for the Earth to quake! (Chorus) Casoh’s eating so much, the ground can’t take, Every bite, every step makes the Earth shake. From the snacks to the feast, it's a natural disaster, Casoh’s hunger is only getting faster! He’s got the munchies, he’s on a roll, Eating his way to the center of the world’s soul. With every move, it’s a mighty quake, Casoh’s eating, and the Earth starts to shake! (Verse 2) Casoh’s got the sushi, wings on the side, He’s clearing the buffet, no place to hide. Chompin’ down tacos, yeah, he’s got the flow, When Casoh eats, the whole world knows. He’s the king of the kitchen, the food’s his throne, No one can stop him, he’s in the zone. With every bite, he makes the Earth shift, Casoh’s hunger, it’s a seismic gift! (Pre-Chorus) From the snacks to the feast, nothing too small, Casoh eats it all, he answers the call. With every bite, the world feels the shake, Casoh’s hungry, time for the Earth to quake! (Chorus) Casoh’s eating so much, the ground can’t take, Every bite, every step makes the Earth shake. From the snacks to the feast, it's a natural disaster, Casoh’s hunger is only getting faster! He’s got the munchies, he’s on a roll, Eating his way to the center of the world’s soul. With every move, it’s a mighty quake, Casoh’s eating, and the Earth starts to shake! (Bridge) Cookies, cake, ice cream too, Casoh’s got the whole world in his view. The Earth trembles, the world can’t keep, Every time he eats, the ground starts to leap! (Chorus) Casoh’s eating so much, the ground can’t take, Every bite, every step makes the Earth shake. From the snacks to the feast, it's a natural disaster, Casoh’s hunger is only getting faster! He’s got the munchies, he’s on a roll, Eating his way to the center of the world’s soul. With every move, it’s a mighty quake, Casoh’s eating, and the Earth starts to shake! (Outro) So here’s to Casoh, the eater supreme, With every meal, he’s living the dream. The Earth might tremble, but there’s no mistake, Casoh’s eating, and the ground will shake!