Empty fridge, empty pockets
But mama taught me keep my head up proper
Two jobs just to make it through
Worn out shoes but dreams brand new
Growing up where hope seems rare
But dignity's something we always share
No silver spoons, no easy road
But got that fire that won't explode
Keep pushing, keep moving
Even when the world ain't grooving
Character over currency
That's the real emergency
(We gonna make it)
Through the struggle and the hustle
(We gonna take it)
Day by day, staying humble
Honest living, honest grind
Success gonna come in time
Bills stacking like mountains high
But won't let poverty define
My neighbors sharing what they got
Teaching lessons that can't be bought
Some days eating just plain rice
But mama said"keep your soul nice"
Working hard with clean hands
That's how you build your promised land
They say money talks
But character walks
The longer mile
With a brighter smile
Keep your soul clean
Chase your dream
That's the real wealth
Being true to yourself
Started from the bottom floor
Now I'm climbing, wanting more
Not asking for no handouts
Just opportunities to stand out
Education is the key
Opening doors for you and me
Poverty ain't permanent
Unless you let it determine it
Keep pushing, keep moving
Even when the world ain't grooving
Character over currency
That's the real emergency
(We gonna make it)
Through the struggle and the hustle
(We gonna take it)
Step by step, staying humble
Honest living, honest grind
Success written in divine