One Life

{VERSE} Reporting live, the struggle and my ambitions inside – so many have come before me and so many have tried To cultivate a message in the hope we survive, it just might not feel the same when you looking outside Countless bodies piling up, don’t even know how to cry anymore, even considered settling the score Maybe I ran out of options I could never afford in one accord, we on the rise there’s plenty in store For the people with a purpose, relate to all my verses – strive to make a name in this game, know what the worth is It costs to be a boss, we only care what the purse is – my life is just the canvas I use to give you service So if you need a signal or sign for confirmation, just look at your pure existence, it can’t be merely mistaken Forget about your failures from previous situations and recognize this world is for the taking {HOOK} You only given one life For your dreams – So set goals And in time You’ll see – them unfold Just don’t put your purpose on hold And stay strong--- {VERSE} So what’s my mission? To not see my n*ggas in private prisons Locked away in chains, left powerless in the system Take away the shame they feed us for being black I’m not nullifying the pains but let’s focus on coming back From the, fictious symptoms of a victim mind-state, they’ve been feeding us blind hate, serve it up like a diner plate with no exceptions You too great to be beggin’ them for acceptance, a product of the purest essence, your existence such a blessing Respect the colors regardless of one’s complexion, for you to get your crown you’ll learn those lessons, what’s meant for you has been destined This life ain’t easy at all, it’ll leave you stressin’ – get stronger when you battle-tested, just depends on one’s perspective But sometimes you might forget, that pressure makes a diamond can’t deny if it’s legit You only show and prove with your purpose never quit, live without regrets, just remember this… {HOOK} You only given one life For your dreams – So set goals And in time You’ll see – them unfold Just don’t put your purpose on hold And stay strong---