Grind and persistence
That's how you shine; go the distance
Rise to the mission
Independent means you need no a**istance
Embrace the resistance
The hate builds character and wisdom
Listen to your mind, not your heart
They try to tear you down if you don't play the part
But this is your movie, understand you're the star
I said this is your movie, understand you're the star
So whether you're out just trying to survive
Or suited up, pushing through a 9 to 5
You got to keep calm pay no mind to lies
And 'ought to stay strong for the ones who cry
A lot of Trayvons played wrong and died
Body sketch; no crayons in sight
Rest in peace one time
It's all got me heated
How you can lose your life over nothing on these streets kid
Live every moment like your last
But plan for the future, don't be focused on the past
We all got scars that we carry inside
Keep your head up little soldier, the pain only means you're alive
So don't cry and moan kid; you might go miss your moment
The world is for the taking, so go out there and own it
Ignore all your opponents; no wonder they going to hate
The more that you make means they got less on their plate
And everybody's selfish
Clamming up talking about that pearl hidden within you; guess everybody's shellfish
If I said it then I meant it
Just believe in yourself, and you'll never be helpless