Survivor’s Guilt Lyrics – Saba ft. G Herbo
Survivor’s Guilt Lyrics
[Intro: Saba]
Tell the story about-
[Verse 1: Saba]
Even in the wintertime they identifying all these n!ggas dying
Ain't no breaking time for the bacon, swine
Is a peace of mind worth leaving everything you knew behind?
Move another town and
Hope the trauma don't amount to what you do in life
'Cause some people didn't make it doing life
Yeah, my people need vacation on a island
All the people say we made it, sorta lying
I got no alliance to no corporate buyеrs
Raise the mortgage highеr
I'm stand my ground like a f**king squatter
My father told me that the world was mine and I believed him
My momma said I was a heathen
My grandma was the one to feed us
I'm the one that paid my sister tuition
I should probably go to the meetings
My grandpa smiling with no teeth in, my cousin still supposed to be h-
Ayy, ayy, ayy, raised below poverty
Now I keep it sacred geometry, I'm with my circle
I'm training for mayhem, but y'all on more triangle
'Cause I saw silly n!ggas done change up
I'm still on my square like a Plaintiff
Be careful, they armed and they dangerous
For diamonds some n!ggas is spiralling
They want us in boxes, but can't contain us, oh my God
I'm tryna move better, what's really eating when you from a food desert?
I see the news letters, can't listen to them, they be moving too careless
This album's confessions of a man moving quick, wonder he regret it
Once I make a band and get rich, rich, rich, rich
[Chorus: Saba]
Break in the door, 'nother day in the 'Go
I can't take it no more
(Once I make a band and get rich, rich, rich, rich)
Let the snakes do you cold
It's the same as before
If they hate, they some hoes
(Once I make a band and get rich, rich, rich, rich)
Break in the door, 'nother day in the 'Go
I can't take it no more
(Once I make a band and get rich, rich, rich, rich)
Let the snakes do you cold
It's the same as before
If they hate, they some hoes
(Once I make a band and get rich, rich, rich, rich)
[Verse 2: Saba]
Even in the summertime, it be mothers crying
Talking out of line, you get undermined
There's some real n!ggas here that wanna die
No stopping, make as much as you can, it ain't no option
I'm a-cross the land, I'm a globetrotter
'Cause I left the fam on my old block
And now I got no choice but to go harder
I plotted on everything, said "I'ma kill everything"
Survivor's guilt rhetoric, I could've been a B
But that thinking deadly
We facing the pressure of family that we watched suffer
I gotta lift 'em up out of the gutter
I make a check and send that to my mother
They root for me like Ireland and Conor McGregor
Loaded up the van, some of them didn't fit
I got you next time we do this again, don't trip
Had zero to my name, so did the gang I was with (Ayy, ayy, ayy)
Said, "Once we make ten bands, we'll be rich, rich, rich, rich"
[Chorus: Saba & G Herbo]
Break in the door, 'nother day in the 'Go
I can't take it no more
(Once I make a band and get rich, rich, rich, rich)
Let the snakes do you cold
It's the same as before
If they hate, they some hoes
(Once I make a band and get rich, rich, rich, rich)
Break in the door, 'nother day in the 'Go
I can't take it no more
(Once I make a band and get rich, rich, rich, rich)
Let the snakes do you cold
It's the same as before
If they hate, they some hoes
(Once I make a band and get rich, rich, rich, rich)
Uhh
[Verse 3: G Herbo]
B!tch, I was rich at twenty-one
And I'm still on savage sh!t like 21
Having sh!t, Niemans and Saks, I'm grabbing it
Walk in, spend twenty K on the average
Real n!gga straight off that block with the mills
Used to be broke with my partners on pills
Forty shots ran through the block, I couldn't hear
Spend that guap, now I got rocks in my ears (Let's go)
Stack it up, put up a lot for the kids
Some times you see, but that's not what it is (What it is)
And when you see me, just acknowledge the G
I'm on top of my sh!t, 'cause I handle my biz (G Herbo)
Stay on the grind, had to plot for some years
Ain't have no fear, I weren't dropping no tears
Me and my old self, we swapping careers
I'm really lit, but I ride with a gliz' (Ride with a gliz')
I can't break a sweat, gas up the jet and dip (Ayy)
Raining, you get wet, I'm strapped, just check my hip (Got that)
All this VVS, in these baguettes, it cost a grip (Ayy)
I can tell she wet, she tryna sex me with her lips, swerve (Ayy, ayy)
[Chorus: Saba & G Herbo]
Break in the door, 'nother day in the 'Go
I can't take it no more
Let the snakes do you cold
It's the same as before
If they hate, they some hoes
[Outro: Saba]
This came until my mother say "How would you like to come to Chicago and work for me?
And if you don't like it, I send you train fare to come back"
Survivor’s Guilt Lyrics Meaning
The lyrics of "Survivor's Guilt" by Saba featuring G Herbo explores the struggles and aspirations of individuals growing up in challenging environments, particularly in Chicago, commonly referred to as the 'Go'. The lyrics depict themes of resilience, the pursuit of success, and the emotional burden of witnessing and experiencing hardship. Saba and G Herbo share their personal narratives, addressing issues such as violence, poverty, family responsibilities, and the desire for financial security. Despite the obstacles they face, they remain determined to break free from their circumstances and achieve success, while also grappling with the guilt of leaving others behind.
[Verse 1]
Saba begins by reflecting on the harsh realities of life in Chicago, where violence and poverty are prevalent, especially during the winter months. He questions whether pursuing peace of mind is worth leaving behind everything familiar and whether success is attainable despite the odds stacked against him. He mentions the sacrifices made for family, including paying his sister's tuition, and acknowledges the conflicting messages he received from his parents and grandparents. Saba expresses a desire for financial stability and success while navigating the challenges of his environment.
[Chorus]
The chorus emphasizes the daily struggle and the desire to escape the cycle of violence and poverty in Chicago. Saba repeats the phrase "Once I make a band and get rich, rich, rich, rich," highlighting the aspiration for financial success as a means of breaking free from the constraints of their environment.
[Verse 2]
Saba continues to address the struggles faced by residents of Chicago, particularly mothers mourning the loss of their children to violence. He emphasizes the importance of relentless ambition and determination to succeed despite the obstacles. Saba reflects on his own journey from poverty to potential success and the responsibility he feels toward his family and community. He acknowledges the support he receives from those closest to him and vows to lift his loved ones out of poverty.
[Verse 3]
G Herbo joins Saba, sharing his own experiences of overcoming adversity and achieving success. He reflects on his journey from poverty to wealth and the challenges he faced along the way. G Herbo boasts about his accomplishments and the lavish lifestyle he now enjoys, contrasting it with his humble beginnings. Despite his success, he remains vigilant and prepared to defend himself against potential threats. G Herbo concludes by asserting his dominance and resilience in the face of adversity.
[Popular Phrases]
1. "Once I make a band and get rich, rich, rich, rich" - This phrase represents the central aspiration of the song, highlighting the desire for financial success and stability as a means of breaking free from the challenges of life in Chicago.
2. "Break in the door, 'nother day in the 'Go" - This line captures the daily struggle and violence faced by residents of Chicago, where breaking into a door symbolizes both physical threats and the perseverance required to survive in such an environment.
3. "Let the snakes do you cold" - This phrase refers to the inevitability of encountering betrayal and deception, suggesting a sense of resignation to the reality of navigating treacherous relationships.
4. "I'm still on my square like a Plaintiff" - Here, the imagery of being on one's square evokes a sense of steadfastness and integrity, likening oneself to a plaintiff in a legal case who stands firm in their beliefs or actions despite external pressures.
5. "Real nigga straight off that block with the mills" - This line underscores the authenticity and resilience of individuals who have overcome poverty and adversity to achieve success, symbolized by 'the mills' or wealth acquired through hard work and determination.
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Cast & Crew
- Artist / Band
- Featuring
- Producer(s)
- daedaePIVOT, Daoud & Saba
- Writter(s)
- Carl Lewis, G Herbo & Saba
- Released On
- January 27, 2022
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FAQs & Knowledge
Who is the singer of "Survivor’s Guilt" song?
"Survivor’s Guilt" song is sung by Saba ft. G Herbo.
Who is the lyrics writer of "Survivor’s Guilt" song?
"Survivor’s Guilt" song lyrics written by Carl Lewis, G Herbo & Saba.
Who is the music producer of "Survivor’s Guilt" song?
"Survivor’s Guilt" song music composed & produced by daedaePIVOT, Daoud & Saba.
When was "Survivor’s Guilt" song released?
"Survivor’s Guilt" song was released on January 27, 2022.