Story Behind The Song
After becoming a father for the first time it was my duty to supply my son with wisdom to succeed in life by outlining the do's $ don'ts. It was a subject that the music told me to write about. Where I'm from alot of fathers aren't there to give their sons the advice they need to avoid the traps that are out there for failure. I decided to take it upon myself to give my son something he can turn to if ever I'm not there to answer his question about life and how to maintain in it.
Song Description
A letter a father would write to his young son to try to make lifes journey easier when it gets hard. To inspire and encourage him to succeed by giving him guidelines to live life by. A roadmap to becoming a productive young man in this cold world.
| Song Length |
4:55 |
Genre |
Rap - General, Rap - Hip Hop |
| Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
Mood |
Sociable, Peaceful |
| Subject |
Encouragement, Love for Child |
Similar Artists |
2Pac, Nas |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
1ST VERSE:
Dear son heed these words that flow from daddy's lips.
There's things from my past that you shouldn't have to live.
Like the things that daddy did that could of had me locked away.
Or the pain that's held inside from seeing a homie in his grave.
They'll be days in your life when you feel like why me.
But just keep that chin up cause eventually you will succeed.
These words that I speak is coming straight from the heart.
Remember you be the light if your surrounded by dark.
Always be a leader even if it's just you who follows.
Use your head and you'll know when your pride should be swallowed.
There's not a quick fix in life take your time do it once.
If you feel something ain't right then follow your hunch
Be a man and stay true to the people around you.
Cause their there for a reason and that's to ground you.
You can ask me anything you want cause daddy got your back.
Just to see my son succeed I'll give my last breath for that.
CHORUS:
Dear Son,
Never quit until you succeed,
Dear Son,
Everything that you hear don't believe.
Dear Son,
Don't be afraid to ask if you don't know.
Dear Son,
All that glitters ain't always gold.
Dear Son,
Daddy a ride and provide for you.
Dear Son,
Daddy a cry and die for you.
Dear Son,
These are words that's food for your soul.
Dear Son,
All I want to see is my son grow.
2ND VERSE:
Be careful little man when it comes to choosing your friends.
There's sharks in these waters just look for their fins.
Some may claim to be your homie, but is that true?
Don't fall for the lies and keep the real ones around you.
Keep your eyes wide open and your ear to the ground.
Turn your back on the haters and always love your crowd.
Never bow down to a man cause you only praise God.
And if you keep him in your life then you'll defeat the odds.
Respect me and your mom we'll never ever steer you wrong.
We got game that will teach you how to live your life long.
We're gonna stay on your back about hitting those books.
So go ahead and knock it out without those dirty looks.
Never knuckle up to your loved ones that just ain't fly.
Protecting you, family, and friends is your only reason to fight.
Your not better than the next man so treat him with respect.
When they love you more than hate you watch how far in life you get.
CHORUS (Repeat)
3RD VERSE
As you get a little older you'll have questions to ask.
Like what my tattoo's mean, and was I ever bad.
Now the past is the past and if you really need to know.
My past is in the past and only tomorrow you control.
Live long and grow old don't have to live in the fast lane.
Get married and have kids and let them carry our last name.
The last thing you should worry about is trying to fit in.
Make your lifestyle the trend that makes others want in.
A true friend is a friend that excepts you for who you are.
Not by the paper in your pocket or the rims on your car.
Don't waste time in these streets getting lit with no goals.
Set yourself up for success cause this world is so so cold.
Know the temptations that temp you and head the other way.
This is real talk my son cause daddy done played this game.
Be proud with no shame so hold that head up high.
Ain't nothing wrong with being smart so don't be told otherwise.
CHORUS (Reapeat)