Pres and Jake sit down to talk about Pres' newest offering "Still In Debt" and the challenges of being a creative entrepreneur. This is a deep conversation that sounds like a therapy session at times, but the hope is that conversations like these will help others not feel so alone in their struggles. The boys announced that unfortunately, they'll be taking a break from the podcast for an unknown amount of time due to low demand and high operations costs. Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when the show starts back up! Song: "Still In Debt" Instagram: @manifest_rec Twitter: @manifest_rec Playlists: Manifest Records LLC. Lyrics: Gave up too much I can’t move on I won’t lose my faith 8 years in and I’m still in debt How I ain’t get to millions yet Still got faith People ask how I ain’t lose the feeling yet I don’t know, I don’t know I don’t know I don’t know I don’t know, I don’t know I don’t know, I don’t know I don’t know I don’t know I don’t know, I don’t know But let me tell you where I think it begins Ain’t start with talent or money to spend Worked for ‘em both and they had an expense Shit was a circus, the stress was intense Neither was working, just hurt and suspense So I quit when I bossed up, got on the offense I ain’t saying it’s awful, but honeymoons end Now I feel like I’m lost when comparing to friends Josh and his wifey in the south Tedd became a teacher, really changed his whole route Jake locked in, I just helped him move out I’m writing slaps on my mom’s couch, damn Don’t want them to wait for me ‘Cause I know with a 9 to 5 It’d be the same for me But watching artists getting jobs, what I hate to see I got a lot of fucking problems with complacency though I’m 8 years in and I’m still in debt How I ain’t get to millions yet Still got faith People ask how I ain’t lose the feeling yet I don’t know, I don’t know I don’t know I don’t know I don’t know, I don’t know I don’t know, I don’t know I don’t know I don’t know I don’t know, I don’t know Y’all don’t know what I’ve done for this shit I’m in the hole more than I predicted Back when I wrote all my goals for big shit If I fold, it was just a wish list And I’d be hopeless without a mission Will I be homeless if I persist with My form of coping I call a business Though I’m broke, got a plot to fix it all It’s the same ole dream That I’ve had in my head since a young 16 Give work, get bread with the same ole team Just gotta do it bigger, it’s the same routine Thank god the flame burn deep Though it’s burning me alive and the pain OC It’s all on me to tame it, shame on me For the times that I ain’t put the blame on me, I’m 8 years in and I’m still in debt How I ain’t get to millions yet Still got faith People ask how I ain’t lose the feeling yet I don’t know, I don’t know I don’t know I don’t know I don’t know, I don’t know I don’t know, I don’t know I don’t know I don’t know I don’t know, I don’t know Gave up too much I can’t move on I won’t lose my faith
Pres and Jake discuss "All I Knew" and how the song was created almost a year ago. The boys also dive deep into relationships, growth and the never-ending underground music scene. Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when new episodes drop! (on the 15th of every month!) Song: "All I Knew" Instagram: @manifest_rec Twitter: @manifest_rec Playlists: Manifest Records LLC. Lyrics: Can’t believe I took you to the mall night two (Can’t believe the shit) Carrying your baggage, can you haul mine too (Can you, can you) Won’t do it again because they all like you (All girls are the same) Cuffing Season plans tend to fall right through Can’t believe I took you to the mall night two Carrying your baggage, can you haul mine too Pleasing you ‘cause honestly, that’s all I do Treating you the best ‘cause that is all I knew Won’t do it again because they all like you Cuffing Season plans tend to fall right through You left me to find another man, goddamn Treated you the best ‘cause that was all I knew Couldn’t see a future for us, damn it, I got Pluto’d Situationships are not for me girl, I don’t do those Just pick a side and you can slide, either way its cool though Just let me know if I should queue up Drake or queue up Bruno (you tell me) Is we loving, is we fucking, I don’t know (you tell me) The way I’m touching and you clutching, I don’t know (you held me) Is it something, is it nothing, I don’t know (you tell me) Is you trusting, is you bluffing, I don’t know (fuck it, we’ll see) Now I know that it was neither She just wanted me to always be around to please her (fuck that) Told my boys that she might be a keeper Far away from me the only place that I keep her Can’t say I ain’t missing all your traits and your features Every time that something in me breaks, I ain’t weaker Broken-hearted Pres is who creates fucking heaters Know this, I don’t see you as a waste, just some research Can’t believe I took you to the mall night two Carrying your baggage, can you haul mine too Pleasing you ‘cause honestly, that’s all I do Treating you the best ‘cause that is all I knew Won’t do it again because they all like you Cuffing Season plans tend to fall right through You left me to find another man, goddamn Treated you the best ‘cause that was all I knew Started writing this song ‘cause I’m tripping ‘bout a hoe Hold up, hold up, listen I ain’t mean to say (sorry momma) Even though she fucking ripped my heart out, did me cold Done that shit so many times, come on, we should’ve known Why I send a text and keep on checking on my phone I should focus on myself and get up in my zone Happy, sure, but most importantly where have I grown I make all my best shit when I’m pissed off and alone And I hate it, but then again I get it Ain’t nobody want to hear a track without a feeling I would have to quit all this to finally start my healing Jersey only coming off to hang it from the ceiling That’s the plans I got for me Shoutout every single person that been dropping me Y’all the reason that they top 5s ‘bout to have a spot for me And if you text me hot about this, know your ass been watching me Get the fuck out my face You were saying shit to me that you can’t erase All of that was permanent, but you got replaced Now you barely know me so you best know your- Yeah, best know your place And it ain’t nowhere near me
Jake and Pres sit down to discuss "Catch My Breath" and the experiences that inspired it. This episode has a huge emphasis on accountability, self-awareness and discipline since they all go hand-in-hand and we can all use more of it. Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when new episodes drop! (on the 15th of every month!) Song: "Catch My Breath" Instagram: @manifest_rec Twitter: @manifest_rec Playlists: Manifest Records LLC. Lyrics: Say life’s all good, life’s all good Just like I should, like I should ‘Cause each time I’ve cleared my chest They don’t let me catch my breath Don’t say how is it going Feel lazy and unfocused I’m drained of serotonin I hate having no motion But wait, this what I’ve chosen I’m late on my promotion I skate by like I’m frozen I make or break my moment I know These days it’s hard to find hope But that ain’t changing my scope Get paid off words that I wrote Got it now, but different model And for that fact, I treat myself hostile ‘Cause this pain can not stay in the bottle Everyone attacks, their points never hollow Put your own mask on first is motto Check me please Know your family got stress and needs Yet you bench-riding, pressing me I kinda think- I kinda think I should let them be They in my head and that rent is free They don’t mean to come threaten me So every time that they question me, I Say life’s all good, life’s all good Just like I should, like I should ‘Cause each time I’ve cleared my chest They don’t let me catch my breath Where you at What you on Where you been And what’s with your new tone What’s your path Where you going How’s it been Will you win How you know (I guess) I don’t Just based off the ways I’ve grown But who is to say I’m wrong For working when paid not once I feel like I’m circling I’m debating the places to work again Contemplate will I pay what’s it’s worth to win ‘Cause I Ain’t ever done it and that is a fact You see what happens when questions get asked I don’t get defensive, confess and attack No lessening that Unless you face it and change how you act Forget it, ‘cause I’m getting fed up with- ‘cause I’m never proud of the place that we at Sometimes wanna stay home When I take a break though Someone asking why (Don’t you do that) An answer they think they owed Asking how’d my day go But I think this time, I’ll Say life’s all good, life’s all good Just like I should, like I should ‘Cause each time I’ve cleared my chest They don’t let me catch my breath Where you at What you on Where you been And what’s with your new tone What’s your path Where you going How’s it been Will you win How you know
Jake is joined by Pres to talk about his latest offering, "LOCKED-IN". Inspired by the recent "Love Your Joy" lock-in studio sessions in Chicago, this track brings all the energy and a podcast to match it! And with lyrics such as "now my only true love is the craft", the boys go off on tangents about Minecraft Phases and Marvel being peak cinema. Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when new episodes drop! (on the 15th of every month!) Song: "LOCKED-IN" Instagram: @manifest_rec Twitter: @manifest_rec Playlists: Manifest Records LLC. Lyrics: So many people play dirty and cheat (That not for me) Either way I’m gonna win Either way I’m gonna win Don’t gotta leave the door open for me (Don’t need a key) Either way I’m going in Either way I’m going in I’m going in I’m going in Locked In Smokin’ all of your top 10 Bigger picture not cropped in On yo ass since we dropped in Standing down is no option Talk your shit and get stomped in I’m back in this bitch with a vengeance Ain’t close to the end, this the entrance Remember they all used to judge Now all of ‘em here for the sentence So yell all you want from the benches Never too focused on who’s in attendance If I can’t save all my dogs from a 9 to 5 job You can be damn well sure we’ll Avenge him Don’t wanna see what happens when they piss me off No matter what the risk, we ball Different type of scope ‘round here It’s picking up who wish we’d fall But never worried too much ‘bout the past It really got me fueled up for the path Now my only true love is the craft While they doing too much off the tracks The homies all getting a slice My whole life they treated me right Bet I put some food in their hand They give it back, guess that’s the circle of life I would do anyone filthy on the behalf of my guys Don’t really care if you feel me, which of us rolling the dice How many times should I tell ‘em If needed, I’ll do it myself Ain’t easy on me, no Adele I pop my shit for my commas, my mommas My doubters and not nothing else They smiling when I wasn’t felt But frowning the second I sell They used to box me in Now hear their name and it’s barely ringing a bell So many people play dirty and cheat (That not for me) Either way I’m gonna win Either way I’m gonna win Don’t gotta leave the door open for me (Don’t need a key) Either way I’m going in Either way I’m going in I’m going in I’m going in Locked In Smokin’ all of your top 10 Bigger picture not cropped in On yo ass since we dropped in Standing down is no option Talk your shit and get stomped in Talk your shit and get stomped in Locked In Smokin’ all of your top 10 Bigger picture not cropped in On yo ass since we dropped in Standing down is no option Talk your shit and get stomped in Talk your shit and get stomped in
Pres is joined by "Lately" collaborator Kiran the Nomad to talk about this song's inception from a Tweet. They discuss how they navigate the music industry and the faults that it has as well as expressing a deep love for the craft of rap. This is the first ever virtual podcast so please let us know what you think of the format and how we can improve! Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when new episodes drop! (on the 15th of every month!) Song: "Lately" Album: "Infinity Vol. 1" Instagram: @manifest_rec Twitter: @manifest_rec Playlists: Manifest Records LLC. Lyrics: I been on the go Lately I been acting- I been acting cold baby I been in the- I been in the zone lately This is all we- This is all we know baby I been on the- I been on the go Lately I been acting- I been acting cold baby I been in the- I been in the zone lately This is all we- This is all we know baby I said I’m a rapper, ain’t a joke baby Constant goals of passing a plateau baby When I’m going platinum, I don’t know baby Know I’ma make it happen in my soul baby Ain’t giving this a portion of me Give my core to the dream Hit record on the beat And I’m sure I’ma tweak Black Force on they neck And all my force in my feet Who was born to achieve I need more on my team But who passionate as this I ain’t passive with the shit Y’all ain’t meet your own goals Get a slap on the wrist I ain’t meet my own goals Feel like cracking a whip On my back till it split That’s how mad that I get, man That’s what it is and I don’t know if I’ma fix that This determination only breaking if I get capped Not being complacent is the way to get the big bag He might be the greatest, what you saying, bitch been that I been on the go Lately I been acting- I been acting cold baby I been in the- I been in the zone lately This is all we- This is all we know baby I been on the- I been on the go Lately I been acting- I been acting cold baby I been in the- I been in the zone lately This is all we- This is all we know baby Dreams of living in the stars The space between reptilians and Gods The crevice of the most remote tavern Could you fathom diamond hearts And cut a pattern that's compatible to ours It's unilateral the casual done Turned into casualties like a Diddy bop Justin Tucker ain't no running it back if my niggas kick it off Back when I was rapping for safety I had to pick ‘em off That was when I had me like $80 worth of the sniffing salts I'm big as any A-list artist that's on your list Fortress from the ground with my shawty You know she's gorgeous When I’m in the South I still wrap around them like porches And I rarely do the talking ‘cause I'm cautious I seen way too many fall from these heights And that's a scary drop The pressure will determine the labradors from the prairie dogs Loaded up and ready for action and that's at any spot They won't ever know what I'm packing, I feel like Mary Pop I been on the go Lately I been acting- I been acting cold baby I been in the- I been in the zone lately This is all we- This is all we know baby I been on the- I been on the go Lately I been acting- I been acting cold baby I been in the- I been in the zone lately This is all we- This is all we know baby I been on the go Lately I been acting cold baby I been in the zone lately This is all we know baby
Pres and Jake talk all about IIWII and it's creation on this new episode. The conversation spans everything from going to the gym for health vs. aesthetics to Puma socks (the best in the world according to Pres). No matter what the song, we can promise you that these guys will try to talk about it but will absolutely go hilariously off track. Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when new episodes drop! (on the 15th of every month!) Song: "IIWII" Album: "Infinity Vol. 1" Instagram: @manifest_rec Twitter: @manifest_rec Playlists: Manifest Records LLC. Lyrics: Number one pick on the list Judging by the fit that’s a fit Haters talking shit, I’m the shit now Honestly, it is what is Yeah, it is what it is I ain’t really fucking with your clique, we don’t clique Said what I had to and did what I did Haters talking shit, man it is what it is I don’t miss, that’s a fact man When I’m in my city Bitch I’m feeling like I’m Batman We can see right through you dog We looking at your CAT scan Don’t know why you claim you hard We all know that you’re acting Motherfuck high fashion I pull up in Puma Yet your girl’s on my ass man Like what the fuck happened Say I walk my walk But I’m really running laps damn Number one pick on the list Judging by the fit that’s a fit Haters talking shit, I’m the shit now Honestly, it is what is Yeah, it is what it is I ain’t really fucking with your clique, we don’t clique Said what I had to and did what I did Haters talking shit, man it is what it is I don’t know where y’all been, I’ve been outside Forcing the motion, ‘cause fuck getting by Don’t ride the wave man, I control the tide, I Don’t care if I’m fitting in That is my throne that you sitting in Don’t say I’m a rapper, that’s limiting Peep all of the bags that I’m dipping in And shoutout to Tavo, he big as shit Honestly, I just be trynna get big as him Ain’t no career that I ain’t near proficient in Now that I know that these motherfuckers listening I’m really him Number one pick on the list Judging by the fit that’s a fit Haters talking shit, I’m the shit now Honestly, it is what is Yeah, it is what it is I ain’t really fucking with your clique, we don’t clique Said what I had to and did what I did Haters talking shit, man it is what it-
Pres and Jake return to discuss 2 minutes of straight raps in "The Village Freestyle". They talk about being broke, diss tracks and what a freestyle is these days. Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when new episodes drop! (on the 15th of every month!) Song: "The Village Freestyle" Album: "Infinity Vol. 1" Instagram: @manifest_rec Twitter: @manifest_rec Playlists: Manifest Records LLC. Lyrics: Let me talk my shit Let me talk my shit Then again what else I do Making hits and make revenue The rappy rappers feeling threatened too I make this shit from mom’s basement stu’ Broke as fuck at 22 Giving up everything for a thought That’s some shit you wouldn’t do And I ain’t saying I’m comfortable That’s a word I wouldn’t use ‘Cause that’s the path to the rock bottom You can ask me, but I ain’t coming through I might “hmm” like Cudi do But it’s a no for me and if we run into A problem, please no sullen mood My ego here and he doesn’t lose My streams these days hefty Thank God ‘cause he blessed me Hold up let’s not forget Presi I was 16 and had spreadsheets Pitching playlists and got plenty Worked my day shift for some pennies I was making way for my entry I was starting waves that would set me off Y’all don’t really impress me, nah Sounded like I expected, I Wish you were paid for the work you do Mine’s a fake Nike, ‘cause the check be off You don’t get me nah? A burbs kid, wanna stretch these arms To reach the world, it’s a messy job I’ve had some people send me songs I lie and say they got the message wrong But of course this shit a diss It’s fuck everyone who ain’t believe A good sport, fuck all that shit If you had the chance and you up and ran Then no remorse up in this bitch ‘Cause I put in 7 years and let’s make it clear These doors ain’t stopping shit And I mean that too Only got up here with my team, my crew I know it takes a village, but I’ll speak my truth I’ll wear anybody’s cap ‘til the dream comes true So critique my moves But ain’t nobody done what I seek to do My whole lifestyle really just compete and prove Not in the starting 3, but I’m Pikachu, I mean It’s a lot to claim The whole world’s gonna know my name The whole world’s gonna know I came To tell ‘em all it’s on y’all to change Build the life you please Don’t trade your passion for the right degree Won’t trade in rapping, it’s priceless, free Game every time that I write 16s That’s the mission, that’s the vision Show up for myself, that’s tradition Past editions, bad decisions Don’t mean shit if you lack revisions It’s a sad admission But no one gonna help you out bad conditions Put in the work and don’t ask permission I say what I want and you don’t have to listen But here you are I’m grateful that you’re tapped in I hyped myself up to get here And that’s why I’m always bragging And they said this ain’t gon happen But this album here gained traction I write hooks that are knockouts But this 2 minutes straight rapping
Pres and Jake discuss the contrast between the suburbs and city that Pres depicts throughout the song and video. They also talk about the difficulties of marketing yourself as an artist from the suburbs and the setbacks that popped up when creating the "60446 (Zeros)" music video. Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when new episodes drop! (on the 15th of every month!) Song: "60446 (Zeros)" Album: "Infinity Vol. 1" Instagram: @manifest_rec Twitter: @manifest_rec Playlists: Manifest Records LLC. Lyrics: Fuck all that saving face I chuck you the bird, ‘cause you made a grave mistake A punk from the burbs has come here to take your place It’s fuck what you heard, nah homie that ain’t the rate A couple more zeros and zeros and zeros and zeros I ain’t have to rap, but I did That’s that If it’s the 8th, I dropped a hit That’s facts And that’s the type of shit they hate to admit That tracks ‘Cause they wish that they were the people that get The rewards from all of the shit that you did But that ain’t the shit that I’m on Put in work ‘til I’m gone I don’t care if you pay me a cent ‘Cause I love the chill of the thrill When I constantly kill all these rappers, no need to repent ‘Cause then again I think that heaven is bent On taking some people before they was meant Hoping I never end up one of them But fuck all that, I’m the one getting ‘em sent Not really a killer, that’s simple But don’t get confused by the dimples Don’t entertain fear, that’s a bitch move I pick up careers on an impulse I got what I want ‘cause I went through Some shit I don’t wanna get into In all of my songs what I’ve been through Get paid off to rant on instrumentals Fuck all that saving face I chuck you the bird, ‘cause you made a grave mistake A punk from the burbs has come here to take your place It’s fuck what you heard, nah homie that ain’t the rate A couple more zeros and zeros and zeros and zeros Fuck all that saving face I chuck you the bird, ‘cause you made a grave mistake A punk from the burbs has come here to take your place It’s fuck what you heard, nah homie that ain’t the rate A couple more zeros and zeros and zeros and zeros My momma know that I been working Stressed out, stressed out Name me someone more deserving best out, best out If you wasn’t around when I’m hurting Get left out, left out Don’t come for no piece of the earnings Get out, get out I’m switching it I flip on this shit like a gymnast I just wrote a list of some synonyms For standing on top of our business Omitting you what our mission is All the goals on your list you envisioning It’s just me and two fists, yet I’m hitting it ‘Cause success is what our definition is Man I’m stacking up, racking up Benjamins The top of the top we compete at The fuck is a rematch Won’t see the day that I need that Y’all had a dream that You’ve written some hits Where the streams at I’m sneezing and leaving with 3 slaps dog Fuck all that saving face I chuck you the bird, ‘cause you made a grave mistake A punk from the burbs has come here to take your place It’s fuck what you heard, nah homie that ain’t the rate A couple more zeros and zeros and zeros and zeros Zeros and zeros and zeros and zeros Zeros and zeros and zeros and zeros Zeros and zeros and zeros and zeros Zeros and zeros and-
Pres and Jake discuss the trials and tribulations of a year's worth of monthly releases on the 8th as well as the new compilation album it built up to: "Infinity Vol. 1". The duo list out their top 5 songs and top 3 music videos from Pres in the last year and we implore you to do the same in the comments! Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when new episodes drop! (on the 15th of every month!) Album: "Infinity Vol. 1" https://fanlink.tv/pres-infinity-vol-1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manifest_rec/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/manifest_rec Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/pres8888?si=937b23f9df544e85
Pres and Jake talk about the events that inspired "Mrs." and it's huge music video. Jake asked questions that kept Pres on his toes and truly begot self-reflection when it comes to social interactions and priorities. Jake also introduces us to a new segment called "Line Time" where the duo discuss their favorite lines from the track. Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when new episodes drop! (on the 15th of every month!) Song: "Mrs." Instagram: @manifest_rec Twitter: @manifest_rec Playlists: Manifest Records LLC. Lyrics: Said you way too busy for relationships (That ain’t really to blame) So why’s that what you looking for (It’s all up under your name) You went inside the kitchen drawer Found the biggest knife you could Then waited ‘till I’d miss you more (And that shit not okay) So this ain’t love girl, this is war You stabbed me in the back and then You came back just to twist it more (Won’t forget that day) Left me bleeding on the kitchen floor Thinking I might miss us Then again you couldn’t be my Mrs Since you left, I haven’t made no misses Turn me down, then shit, we turning this up I don’t miss ya The way you said you feel me, then you switch up Thanking god that I ain’t got no pictures Always thought you something I could fix up I might Miss what I thought we had I won’t diss ‘cause you’re not that bad Hope you listen and get so sad The way we kissing, I knew that’s that I won’t see you again Where to begin I’ve been all over your skin There’s nothing within, I’m Wishing that you let me in You coulda been my Wifey or my nightly But you tried get both, you unhinged I bet you scrolling on Hinge Looking for someone else You were my favorite binge Until you was yourself You killed me and you didn’t flinch Baby you’re something else You pushing me out to the fringe Telling me fuck myself And all you did was fuck me over I think of the shit that I told ya And though I present as a soldier One look in your eyes and I fold up I’m sorry that I haven’t shown up If that’s the reason that it’s blown up I need to stop pushing for closure I wish you were pulling me c- I might miss us Then again you couldn’t be my Mrs Since you left, I haven’t made no misses Turn me down, then shit, we turning this up I don’t miss ya The way you said you feel me, then you switch up Thanking god that I ain’t got no pictures Always thought you something I could fix up I might Drop dead If you come to me claiming I ain’t tried my best Make no time for me, but you making time for Pres Got me dodging sleep all ‘cause you need time to rest Just say you like me less ‘Cause now the hype is dead Really ain’t what I’m perceived to be, I gotta flex I wrote a script where I really be him And now it just be playing out all in your head Speaking of something that’s all in my head You was an angel to me, now you dead Thought she had values, ‘till I seen her bend Let’s go from lover to fucker to friend Never mind, this is the end I grab the Elytra and I’ll fly out Just like I did that one time I hit And then you just rushed to get right out Can’t hit the gym, ‘cause right across from it Me and you just spent a good night out This mixed chick is on the blacklist And that shit is never getting Whiteout There’s a list of the shit that you like in my notes Like Disney movies and talking while you coast You like Hercules and god damn it, I’m close You like comedy and god damn it, I’m jokes The joke is on you when this song getting post Was ‘posed to end different and damn we were close Not really my X, so don’t be in my quotes I might miss us Then again you couldn’t be my Mrs Since you left, I haven’t made no misses Turn me down, then shit, we turning this up I don’t miss ya The way you said you feel me, then you switch up Thanking god that I ain’t got no pictures Always thought you something I could fix up I might
Pres is joined by Ahsha Davis, the creator of the short film "Campaign", to talk about the conception of its end credits song "Danger". They discuss the trials and tribulations of creating the short film, the intention behind the "Danger" soundscape as well as how they plan to collaborate again in the future! Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when new episodes drop! (on the 15th of every month!) Song: "Danger" https://fanlink.tv/pres-danger Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manifest_rec/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/manifest_rec Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/pres8888?si=937b23f9df544e85 Campaign short film Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/campaign_shortfilm/ Ahsha's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_luna_sunshine_/ Lyrics: Danger peeking through my window We don’t need no intro Who is helping him though Yeah, yeah Danger to me doesn’t win though ‘Cause although I been broke Fixed up by my kinfolk Yeah yeah Taverns and castles and battles, oh my The Messenger said to get back to our lives Just listen to Briggins, we having to bind We gotta stick misunderstandings aside Assassins been yelling, they ready to fight Asking my girls if they ready to slide Asking my boys if they ready to ride Don is speaking through your speakers Stazi was there when I need her Manny was there when I need him Benny was there when no one else cared We stuck in here and he’s the reason Nala be talking and tweaking But she saved my ass so I’m reaching Right for that dagger The second that somebody show up who must get defeated You crawled out the bushes, get back where you came With brothers and sisters, I laugh through the pain Sure we took a break, but we back in the game Y’all know the boy never lack with the aim Got four in the squad and they acting the same You might wanna question attacking the gang Danger peeking through my window We don’t need no intro Who is helping him though Yeah, yeah Danger to me doesn’t win though ‘Cause although I been broke Fixed up by my kinfolk Yeah yeah Not at home and can’t go back Scared as hell, but can’t show that Ceilings that we can’t grow past But that doesn’t mean that I’m gon’ abandon the whole pack I just wanna show that we all have our own path Swear I’ve had enough and I can’t hold back People get in fights, man is that so bad But I’m still Feeling bad for Benny, we were awful to him He just wanna play and we just scoff at the man Sure we didn’t know we had his heart in our hands But either way, we shouldn’t be so hard on the man He a part of the fam, I would caution your plan Of taking any one of us or charging the camp The second that they see that I’ma guard where I stand They ain’t shaking in they boots, they taking off and they ran, yeah I’m like Toretto, my foot on the pedal for family, yeah This gotta get settled, put metal to metal till hands be up All that I know is that one gotta go and can’t be us No, no, it can’t be us Danger peeking through my window We don’t need no intro Who is helping him though Yeah, yeah Danger to me doesn’t win though ‘Cause although I been broke Fixed up by my kinfolk Yeah yeah Danger peeking through my window We don’t need no intro Who is helping him though Yeah, yeah Danger to me doesn’t win though ‘Cause although I been broke Fixed up by my kinfolk Yeah yeah
Pres and Jake talk about "For Sure" and why this seemingly surface-level song contains a critical message. The boys dive deep into the subject of "do lyrics matter today in rap" and talk about how they are navigating through creative industries 2024. Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when new episodes drop! (on the 15th of every month!) Song: "For Sure" Instagram: @manifest_rec Twitter: @manifest_rec Playlists: Manifest Records LLC. Lyrics: I ain’t even really nice no more Talking all that shit and then they fight so poor Always telling what they’d like to score Think I’m supposed to hit ‘em with a nice for sure Hope somebody tell ‘em life’s too short To only talk about it and not fight for more Well I guess I better write some more Everybody gonna want my life, for sure What the- where the fuck these people been at I was really hoping someone let ‘em know That the only thing that’s keeping ‘em from growth Is the ego, I ain’t saying let it go ‘Cause mine been getting seen when it need to On the scene getting lethal I been keeping every single dream on a need-to-know Accordingly, where the proceeds will go I heard your favorite’s CD but I think it got some ED Bro believe me, that shit isn’t hard and couldn’t ever last I don’t pop no pills, I’m only tripping off of weed Because the worst that I could tweak is losing footing on the grass People always yelling at me but they pull up with their hands out Really ran out but looking for a pass This for all the people claiming that I’m using autotune And singing on my tracks ‘cause I couldn’t really rap I ain’t even really nice no more Talking all that shit and then they fight so poor Always telling what they’d like to score Think I’m supposed to hit ‘em with a nice for sure Hope somebody tell ‘em life’s too short To only talk about it and not fight for more Well I guess I better write some more Everybody gonna want my life, for sure But you don’t want it now, look around, I’m surrounded A laundry list of problems to the ground that’s compounding Just like my worth, they show some nerve by claiming I just found this It took me 7 years and a whole ton of plot twists Sometimes I can’t write no fucking lines, I’m just doubting Glad to say that this ain’t one of those times, I ain’t stopping Your music like some wired earbuds, shit is not it Don’t know who the fuck you thought you was, but you not him That’s a- That’s a fact Ain’t waiting ‘till they find us, I’ma put us on the map I step out every 8th like my foot is on the gas You sending me a open’s like a rookie up at bat You think it’s hitting but it’s not, my boy I got this good from a million fucking shots, my boy 200-millimeter lens to the top, my boy I’m pulling focus, you ain’t fucking up my shot, my boy I’m on auto-go mode, with go pros With no pros, just bozos that don’t know Will bro blow with no hope he won’t though So bro dope he know so he showboats This a Yachty type-beat, shit I know I’m always giving love, but the scene is not though Pops you’re not gonna believe it, watch close And tell ‘em in my doc I was a fiend for plot growth I ain’t even really nice no more Talking all that shit and then they fight so poor Always telling what they’d like to score Think I’m supposed to hit ‘em with a nice for sure Hope somebody tell ‘em life’s too short To only talk about it and not fight for more Well I guess I better write some more Everybody gonna want my life, for sure
Pres and Jake reunite for the video debut of Manifest Recordings. The boys discuss "Flowers" and how the song/video came to be as well as diving deep into the "Are music artists content creators" discussion. Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when new episodes drop! (on the 15th of every month!) Song: "Flowers" Instagram: @manifest_rec Twitter: @manifest_rec Playlists: Manifest Records LLC. Lyrics: Planting seeds up in my head I hope them Flowers is dead now All of the shit that was said I forgive, I don’t forget, nah Planting seeds up in my head I hope them Flowers is dead now All of the shit that was said I forgive, I don’t forget, nah She like to roam Baby go home Pretend you ain’t checking yo phone I know yo ass is alone If you need something I’ll give you a loan Baby we grown I cannot give you no piece of the pie That I have built on my own I’m wasting my damn time Studying each of your tan lines You asking me for my hand I’m hoping that we have a chance I’m looking for something I can’t find Love is a land mine Picked up your foot and you ran I’m stuck on the ground with my hands tied Doing the best that I can, and I’m Starting to rant online When we talk feelings you pantomime Bet all your friends became fans of mine Making that shit that they can’t decline There ain’t a chance I’m lying Thought you arose to my grand design Said we’d be something, you dandelion Planting seeds up in my head I hope them Flowers is dead now All of the shit that was said I forgive, I don’t forget, nah Planting seeds up in my head I hope them Flowers is dead now All of the shit that was said I forgive, I don’t forget, nah
Pres is joined by collaborator iGoByLC to discuss their new single "Smoke With Me" and how everything aligned for this collab to happen. They discuss the stigma around cannabis, the filming of the music video and even the newly spawned beef between Kendrick, Drake & Cole. Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when new episodes drop! (on the 15th of every month!) Song: "Smoke With Me" Instagram: @manifest_rec Twitter: @manifest_rec Playlists: Manifest Records LLC. iGoByLC Social Media: @igobylc Lyrics: What we waiting for I don’t know I’m clueless Got at a craving for This right here, that new shit Though I paid some more Right now I ain’t lucid What you waiting for Damn, I ain’t take my two hits yet Oh shit, I’m going first Why can’t I wait a couple minutes till the dope disperse Why am I acting like I’m coughing this is so rehearsed I tend to smoke a ton of weed when I get overworked I know you know it works too ‘ca- Come on Pres, shut-up You talking ‘bout your soul and hurt We getting fucked up Man, LC, if you wanted the open verse Then you should nut up and say it Instead of complaining, it’s making me fuck up Pres, back to the topic I actually forgot it Though I was probably talking ‘bout how Presi been the hottest And if you want my formula, then fuck it, I could drop it Deposit a sonnet and not pocket the profit Just pop it back into your product, never deter The problem is you using pens, I use a cleaver Chopping off the top of opps and constant nonbelievers I been with my brodies, reaching goalies Damn, my keepers some cheefers What we waiting for I don’t know I’m clueless Got at a craving for This right here, that new shit Though I paid some more Right now I ain’t lucid What you waiting for Bro pass the god damn- Who want Smoke With Me Who want Smoke With Me Who want Smoke With Me Who want Smoke With Me Who want Smoke With Me Who want Smoke With Me Who want Smoke With Me Who want Smoke With Me Man y'all don't want no smoke, I'm Second to none I am always the one to roll-up Throw it in rotation it's looking like we doin’ donuts Heavy on the gas, show me my opponent who want it If you catch me in a beater I couldn't afford to lose focus, no hatchback I'm already past that- Aye so what, you full of shit like what’s in that backpack Just like yo name, everything you sayin’ is half cap Yo hold up, I overcame the shit in them sad raps I'm floatin’ through blowing trees flow with ease I call it floetry we such a poetic duo Catch you off guard when I hit this big ass J They be like dang, Luol Fighting for more than what meets the eye So it seems you notice me hella chopped Judo Potency bright I can oversee But I'm just not over-exposing things I'm lighting it up Shine bright even as a diamond in the rough With a fire squad, I'm signing niggas up Letting loose, I'm bout to tighten up Enrolled in more than a dream It's ‘bout time to collect my trophies If you ain't part of the team Then don't be actin like my homie I guess I gotta start taking score so- What we waiting for I don’t know I’m clueless Got at a craving for This right here, that new shit Though I paid some more Right now I ain’t lucid What you waiting for Damn, wait, I need my two hits Who want Smoke With Me Who want Smoke With Me Who want Smoke With Me Who want Smoke With Me Who want Smoke With Me Who want Smoke With Me Who want Smoke With Me Who want Smoke With Me
Pres is joined by his brother, Tavo, to discuss "Genes" and what brotherhood means to them. The song hosts quite a few pop culture references which the brothers go on to discuss in depth what those times were like for them and how they've grown to miss them. Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when new episodes drop! (on the 15th of every month!) Song: "Genes" Instagram: @manifest_rec Twitter: @manifest_rec Playlists: Manifest Records LLC. Lyrics: Swipe the card and put the shit on me Swipe the card and put the shit on me I don’t give a fuck about the fee My brother said he hungry, gotta eat So I copped the boy a feast And that shit go for anything he needs From pennies to a dream We gon’ get it, any means, any team Seem to got the numbers to compete They’ll see my brothers pull up like our Genes I ain’t mean we getting street Then again, we ain’t gon’ retreat Want to double-check it, we can see I been older brother from the jump Taking care of all the runts Eating crumbs, but feeding chunks That’s the mantra Heard a little theory ‘bout us once Let me get the shit debunked We ain’t humans, we all motherfucking monsters Guess we just a different type of breed Ty and Char went Walter White When they cooking up our Genes like some mobsters The talk behind our back was creatine That is how we built so wide But we want some bigger things we amounting To all that we please Tayden been getting the green That boy is only a teen Inside him’s a whole lotta me And shoutout to all of my team Josh, Adriel, Teddy and Jake Noelle and Austin and Gene Without ‘em I’m losing my cape I need that To get out this prison of life Sometimes need a break to see that I want 10 billi Benny’s in my bag Well that makes a T-Bag I’m hoping this mic’ll pay For all the linking that saved A dream that You almost seen trashed So best believe that Giving them blood sweat and tears Until I’m in the grave Remember when DC came to me discreetly ‘Cause he had a warn a brother I’ve been fake I said I’ve been stacking the money I make To spend on the business and running up plays But I was abusing the money I make To hide all the losing and all of the pain, damn I’m looking at ‘em wide-eyed Proud as fuck of my guys Never on the sidelines We like machine guns on a tripod Never asking why God Swipe the card and put the shit on me I don’t give a fuck about the fee My brother said he hungry, gotta eat So I copped the boy a feast And that shit go for anything he needs From pennies to a dream We gon’ get it, any means, any team Seem to got the numbers to compete They’ll see my brothers pull up like our Genes I ain’t mean we getting street Then again, we ain’t gon’ retreat Want to double-check it, we can see Sometimes I think I’ve fucked up Not showing the guys enough love Know what they’ve been through They roughed up And anytime we talk about it Shit get hushed up Man that shit beyond me It seem we moving calmly But see me and you saw thee First wave of a tsunami Remember playing zombies The crawlers all up on me And Tavo was the army And they still haven’t caught me And when it was him I would do the same thing Busting out the Raygun Let it bang bang Origins with the bros and life the same game I’d never fire staff, ‘cause they the gang gang Never fire staff, ‘cause they the gang gang Gang, gang, gang Swipe the card and put the shit on me I don’t give a fuck about the fee My brother said he hungry, gotta eat So I copped the boy a feast And that shit go for anything he needs From pennies to a dream We gon’ get it, any means, any team Seem to got the numbers to compete They’ll see my brothers pull up like our Genes I ain’t mean we getting street Then again, we ain’t gon’ retreat Want to double-check it, we can see
This episode breaks down Pres' newest 2-part installment of "I Need You" and its acoustic version. Co-host Jake joins Pres to dive into what specific situation inspired this song's creation, the ideation behind the acoustic video and overall how different this song sounds from Pres' earlier work. Of course, there are tons of random tangents, snippets and a confession that Pres is obsessed with Olivia Rodrigo?!? Song: "I Need You" Instagram: @manifest_rec Twitter: @manifest_rec Playlists: Manifest Records LLC. Lyrics: We ain’t talked in a minute girl, yeah And I really need your help ‘Cause everything hits different now, yeah That I’m all by myself Kept my distance Said that’s what you wanted so I did it Every time that I was in my feelings I’d throw on my playlist, get to crying Get to- Wait, shit, I meant singing I know I told you that without you I’d be okay But that is a lie that I told myself to help me fake it Feel like I’m doing some labor for minimum wage Been in this cycle before and know I gotta break it We ain’t talked in a minute girl, yeah And I really need your help ‘Cause everything hits different now, yeah That I’m all by myself It took a while to figure out, yeah That I really need your help ‘Cause everything hits different now, yeah That I’m all by myself Stupid, emotional, obsessive little me So stupid Don’t notice all the things you’ve done to me You done to me Well, you said that I could call you But do you wanna call me Too That’s why I ain’t call you Instead, I wrote this song for You What have you been up to Who you letting into That palace Ain’t just wanna fuck you I wanna get into Your mind Baby, we could run to Anywhere you want to No challenge Told you I could shut you out When I said that I was lying We ain’t talked in a minute girl, yeah And I really need your help ‘Cause everything hits different now, yeah That I’m all by myself It took a while to figure out, yeah That I really need your help ‘Cause everything hits different now, yeah That I’m all by myself We ain’t talked in a minute girl, yeah And I really need your help ‘Cause everything hits different now that That I’m all by myself It took a while to figure out That I really need your help ‘Cause everything hits different Now that I’m all by myself That I’m all by myself
The boys start 2024 off talking about "Chessin'" which is fitting as we all plot our moves for the New Year. From the lyrics to the cover art to the music video shot in Atlanta, as always, this podcast is all over the place. Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when new episodes drop! Song: "Chessin'" Instagram: @manifest_rec Twitter: @manifest_rec Playlists: Manifest Records LLC. Lyrics: Fuck a 9-5 This is 24/7 Stacking paper with the brethren Swear to God that this a blessin’ Only time we resting is in heaven If you ain’t ‘bout it, get to steppin’ Fuck a 9-5 This is 24/7 Take a dub as a progression Take a loss and learn the lesson I don’t play with none of my professions If I ain’t check-in, then I’m Chessin’ Making moves Lil homie can I say the same for you Hell nah, you afraid of breaking rules All of this is for my gains, this ain’t for you Just stay away and lose I’m focused at the top Forward motion never stop I ain’t hoping for the spot I’m devoting all I got I got more faith in me than George Janko got in God Shit And that’s saying an awful lot I’m a man of many words, but mainly I've been known for action When I’m in my city, bitch I’m feeling like I’m Batman Watch when I get busy, I don’t pity your reaction Giddy and I’m laughing, dog Why you jealous, you could’ve done it If you ain’t sure about yourself, then you’re sure of nothing Wish you knew the sacrifices you probably couldn’t stomach But I know the sacrifices and though I shouldn’t want it, I do Fuck a 9-5 This is 24/7 Stacking paper with the brethren Swear to God that this a blessin’ Only time we resting is in heaven If you ain’t ‘bout it, get to steppin’ Fuck a 9-5 This is 24/7 Take a dub as a progression Take a loss and learn the lesson I don’t play with none of my professions If I ain’t check-in, then I’m Chessin’ I’m at dinner with my dad and I just made a grand Trying not to lose myself, I feel like Danny Rand Ain’t the type to sit back and just make commands Swear I’m always getting busy with the hand The plan is becoming everyone’s favorite good guy The span is through every industry and through all time The clan is growing and picking up those who stood by I can’t miss, only drop hits I feel like I’m Bullseye I die, I’ll be born again My life, I recorded it My heart says I’m purely good My eyes say I’m sure to win My time always orbiting My pride which absorbing it They said show me who the best is My guy, I am sure I’m him Part-time rapper, part-time actor Businessman, author and podcaster Et cetera et cetera y’all have to respect You claiming you ain’t got no time, shit I’m having the best Fuck a 9-5 This is 24/7 Stacking paper with the brethren Swear to God that this a blessin’ Only time we resting is in heaven If you ain’t ‘bout it, get to steppin’ Fuck a 9-5 This is 24/7 Take a dub as a progression Take a loss and learn the lesson I don’t play with none of my professions If I ain’t check-in, then I’m Chessin’ Fuck a 9-5 This is 24/7 Stacking paper with the brethren Swear to God that this a blessin’ Only time we resting is in heaven If you ain’t ‘bout it, get to steppin’ Fuck a 9-5 This is 24/7 Take a dub as a progression Take a loss and learn the lesson I don’t play with none of my professions If I ain’t check-in, then I’m Chessin’
In this special edition episode, Pres self-reflects on the situation that inspired the creation of "13 Days". Pres goes into his personal values when it comes to loyalty and relationships as well as the tragic effects that disloyalty can have on all of your loved ones. Apologies for the sporadic technical difficulties throughout this episode. Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when new episodes drop! Song: "13 Days" Instagram: @manifest_rec Twitter: @manifest_rec Playlists: Manifest Records LLC. Lyrics: Been telling the world that you changed for the better You told me that you would stick by me forever The only thing you had to do was forget her But you ain’t done none of that, damn right, I’m fed up Ain’t giving forgiveness I’m livid I’m fucked up, I’m twisted You fucked up, you twisted, took that knife and You twist it, that’s bitch shit I could not have predicted That you would be so conflicted Just pick this over your mistress You said that you would do it, but you didn’t To this day I don’t think that you know that you’re addicted To this day you don’t know all of the pain you inflicted You took a piece of you away and hid it But you’re a piece of me so I went ahead to splint it You said that you would change, I believed it in an instant That’s stupid of me I see that you’re breaking and ruining me You thought you’re my idol, ‘cause who could it be Well, anyone that’s not a goofy to me That couldn’t be you It’s not what you did, it’s the shit that you do You made some mistakes back when I was in school You’re doing the same now, don’t know if you knew Why you gotta do that to lil Roo I heard that you had called your son a quitter Commitment ain’t in the fam, I guess I hope I don’t come off on this as bitter But that’s just part of my brand I guess ‘Cause my last album let you off easy Later found out it hurt you bad Oh this motherfucker so greedy Ain’t even tell ‘em you a person that Manipulates anyone Flaked on their family, ‘cause they found a better one Say they regret shit, but also claims innocence Saying don’t leave me, but sorry, it’s getting done You love me You love me not Are you only happy when I do exactly what you want You trust me I trust you not Because you ain’t exactly close to being happy with what I want You swore it, you promised it Told me you loved me for me, not what I could be But that ain’t the case now that all signs of you been erased out I’m watching the days count 13 Days without you or having a breakdown Breakdown Stay out Stay out 13 Days and Counting
For the first time on this podcast, Pres is joined by his brother Taven who is similar in age and life aspirations. This leads the duo to discuss work/life balance, what happiness and success mean to them, as well as what turns into a therapy session where they unpack their childhood trauma when it comes to brotherhood. Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when new episodes drop! Song: "Is It...?" Instagram: @manifest_rec Twitter: @manifest_rec Playlists: Manifest Records LLC. Lyrics: I’ve been realizing that the problem here is me I’m thinking ‘bout my dad, I’m ashamed that we don’t speak As much as I’d like to, that goes for my mom and bros also But dedication to myself has put me at a crossroads ‘Cause I’ve been hella stingy with my time But they’ve been adamant to text and see what’s on my mind Like what have you been up to And what have you been doing All the simple shit that people talk about as humans Guess I must be a different breed I’m cold and tell ‘em I don’t care But I’m expecting every single one of them to still be there The second that I need ‘em Man what the fuck is that ‘Cause when they need my ass, there’s no telling where I’m at Shit, I could be at work or I could be at home But even when at home, I can’t talk, I’m in the zone Well sometimes it’s true, but that don’t mean it’s right Been spending time on things instead of spending time with life And shit, I gotta switch it, I gotta pivot I gotta window, don’t wanna miss it I love my kinfolk more than the mission I really think so, but I don’t live it I have been so, so very distant I think it’s time I fix it Is my biggest fear not achieving all my goals Or is it winning everything alone Well shit, with my arrogance it’s gotta be the latter Climbing up the ranks can’t be the only thing that matters, shit I wanna live on the Forbes list, the Billboard charts The box office and in your hearts Well is gonna happen is it That shit ain’t gon make me happy is it I wanna be a man that I would idolize at ten And change the world in ways that it won’t be the same again Well is gonna happen is it That shit ain’t gon make me happy is it 6 months later, still in the same position I’m starting to think that this how my brain conditioned I push everything aside for some insane ambition This strange affliction’s only growing and there ain’t no fixing Nah, fuck that I’m way too hard-headed to trust that I’m looking in the mirror asking “How did I become that” Become this, before I see the fam, need at least one hit If I’m losing myself then really I ain’t won shit You hear that line before the punchline, I done cried When Tayden told me “Hit a joint to unwind” It’s fucked up when people like you better when you drugged up It’s unjust, but then again should I have tried to funda- Mentally change Don’t think there’s any to blame If only my brain didn’t only think of one name And beat his ass every time that he said he would change But reverted back to ways after working at it for days I don’t think I’m actually sane Swear the boy got passion for days But he got no passion for people He feel like attachment’s inane But he still attacking for fame For reasons he cannot explain He’s leaving his heart all alone And believing leaving it’s okay Shit, As long as he get the plaques As long as he get the mills As long as he get the max And got damn it, he will As long as he’s been in this trap Is he ever leaving it fulfilled I think that I know the answer But I’m keeping it concealed I wanna live on the Forbes list, the Billboard charts The box office and in your hearts Well is gonna happen is it That shit ain’t gon make me happy is it I wanna be a man that I would idolize at ten And change the world in ways that it won’t be the same again Well is gonna happen is it That shit ain’t gon make me happy is it
Pres is joined once again by his mom to discuss "Hold Me Close" and more specifically, the nightmare experience that inspired the creation of this song. At the end of the day, this is a song about cherishing loved ones and these two discuss what that means to them and how they plan on continuing to do that in the future. Thank you so much for tuning in and make sure to follow us to get updated when new episodes drop! Song: "Hold Me Close" Tavo's IG: @tavo.vs.everybody Instagram: @manifest_rec Twitter: @manifest_rec Playlists: Manifest Records LLC. Lyrics: I had a dream that I was stuck inside the rat race No matter what I did, there’s no escaping that place And once I actually woke up, I swear my ass raced Right up to my mom, asked could we talk and she said yeah, wait And by the time she speaking, I was balling And by the time she reaching me, my knees weak and I’m falling She sat me down, I told her how I’d seen all I was scared about And nobody would let me out, the metaphor’s appalling A calling Telling me I’m too stressed out ‘Bout me succeeding, that’s the only thing I’m ruthless ‘bout Think spending time with my fam hella useless now But what’s gon’ happen when I’m lonely on a fruitless route I’m planting seeds in some career that I don’t need Instead of keeping three hours for the fam a week But when I’m weak, who reaching to get me up off my knees The people I don’t give no equal time and that’s on me, please Hold Me Close Barely feeling like a man nowadays Almost nothing ever going by the plans nowadays I don’t even make the time for the fam nowadays but they Hold Me Close All the love, nah it can’t fade away They the ones that got me feeling like I can save the day Trynna run it up and take care of my fam straightaway ‘cause they Hold Me Close Hold me Hold me, yeah, yeah Don’t let go Don’t let go, no My pops telling me to keep going So fuck it, I guess ‘Cause way before I even had a single touch of success I had a mop for competition and bucket for sweat, yeah And I ain’t close to done with it yet Always investing in myself I’m Warren Buffet with Pres I’m taking more than the rest I’m giving more than my best Always ignoring the stress Until it shortens my breath ‘cause Anxiety be on the phone But I can’t handle it alone Though everybody else’ll roam My fam will always be my home, yeah Time is of the essence My family and my best friends I barely give my presence, it weighs on me But I don’t make corrections I don’t deserve redemption But when I need connection, don’t flake on me Hold Me Close Barely feeling like a man nowadays Almost nothing ever going by the plans nowadays I don’t even make the time for the fam nowadays but they Hold Me Close All the love, nah it can’t fade away They the ones that got me feeling like I can save the day Trynna run it up and take care of my fam straightaway ‘cause they Hold Me Close Hold me Hold me, yeah, yeah Don’t let go Don’t let go, no Hold Me Close Don’t let go