In this introspective rap track, Kanye West explores themes of mortality, struggle, and the quest for meaning in a life filled with challenges. With powerful lyrics and a captivating beat, this song delves into the realization that life's journey is uncertain, prompting listeners to ponder their own existence and the legacy they wish to leave behind.
Verse 1:
Yeah, I ain't livin’ long like this, I know,
Life’s a game of cards, dealt with a shady flow.
Survivin' on these streets, hustle and flow,
Every day is a fight, just to let my light glow.
Chorus:
Ain't livin' long like this, gotta make it right,
Chasin’ my dreams under the city lights.
Gotta hustle hard, keep my goals in sight,
Ain't livin’ long like this, so I gotta fight.
Verse 2:
Lost some homies to the struggle, it ain’t fair,
Every corner got a story, heavy weight to bear.
Life’s a fleeting moment, but I still care,
Turn the pain into power, for the ones who dare.
Chorus:
Ain't livin' long like this, gotta make it right,
Chasin’ my dreams under the city lights.
Gotta hustle hard, keep my goals in sight,
Ain't livin’ long like this, so I gotta fight.
Bridge:
Every breath I take is a step in the race,
Can’t let the darkness win, I gotta find my place.
From the bottom to the top, it's a long chase,
But I’m built for this, with faith in my pace.
Verse 3:
So I spit it raw, let my voice be heard,
Ain’t no gimmick in my words, just the truth I serve.
Legacy is what I’m buildin’, that's the final curve,
I ain't livin’ long like this, but I got the nerve.
Chorus:
Ain't livin' long like this, gotta make it right,
Chasin’ my dreams under the city lights.
Gotta hustle hard, keep my goals in sight,
Ain't livin’ long like this, so I gotta fight.
Outro:
Yeah, it’s a short ride, and I’m raisin’ the stakes,
Gotta leave my mark before it’s too late.
In the end, remember me, for all the breaks,
I ain’t livin’ long like this, but I’m makin’ it great.
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I ain't living long like this. rap song.
kanye west