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Growing ft Sly J

by Badbelly

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Don't fear the future, we're all just Growing Children

Growing featuring Sly J.

The song is a reflection on Sly J's life journey and personal growth following the loss of his father. The opening lines describe a period of isolation and pain as Sly J copes with his grief, turning to drugs for comfort. However, the song also highlights moments of joy and beauty, such as a trip to Australia and a memory of spending time with his father. As Sly J matures, he gains perspective on his life and the world around him, recognizing the importance of mental health and seeking to maximize his potential. The lyrics also touch on themes of loss, betrayal, and the challenges of navigating through life but ultimately convey a sense of resilience and determination to succeed. Sly J's words show a deep appreciation for his father, his loved ones, his heritage, and his own unique journey.

Few experiences on earth can rival the joy of watching your child pedal away on their bike for the first time, oblivious to the fact that you have already released them into independence. Growing was produced with this moment in mind so we was excited when Collective Bikes agreed to allow us to you their Litty in the City video for Growing. I'm sure you'll they're a perfect match to capture the young riders of London today.

lyrics

Im around 16
Healing from the loss of my g
Can't trust no one round d me
Plus ain't no one round me
So drug became my team
Weed accepted me
Fuled on green no greed
Filmed with green no screen

Out in China
Causing a scene
Magic ribena got me lean
Tropic rain
in the courts
It was a real midsummer dream
Don't want this time to end
I'm just living off the steam

For good times I became a fiend

Heard them say your name on the bus
And it angered me
5055 mile over land
no sea, Im 23
And deaths hit me with another blow
Never thought my father
could ever go
Don't have to ask why I'm feeling low

It fucked me up
It more than breaks me
Wasn't there to pallbear or usher
Cos I was caught up in some fuckery

And I've moved out now
from the home i grew up in
Last trip with my dad was Aus 2013
Felt like a vacation but we steady working
It was like Mufasa and Simba
in that one scene
I can own whatever the sun see
I'm paraphrasing

Felt the winter cold my bro
it was freezing
Welcome in the birth of the summer solstice

Tears fill up when I try and post this
Cos there's a handful of people I want to notice
And most of them have departed

Im 30 and I ain't even hit my full potential
Side note I'm becoming influential
I guess it has something to do with my mental
Although I'm flawed, they're tracing steps
Like a stencil,
how I can change this here fate with this pencil
Thoughts live in my mind
No rental
It's detrimental that I get a grip,
I want my mind to live before my body rip
Need to get my steps in
Not a replacement hip

50 And I still don't fuck with 50
Youngens still on streets
Doing crime Just to be viral
Locks long
silver fox
my foods ital
Got rid of attachments
Said goodbye to pikle

All my children look like you
Word to the gene pool
Don't let the smiling faces fool you
They got plans to do you
Over dirty no Voodoo
You got friends on the other side
Well brother I do too
They're masters at leaving no trace
For blues clues
Enchantments work better
When the victim has no clue

Got no idea why I was so gifted
But listen right here
This light of mine
Shine all through my long years
And it won't die
Even when I'm done here
Who said I'm done here
I might go dumb here
Ain't nothing left
but that bottle rum there
Glad I spent no money on monclear
Got grandmother and mum clear
Own land everywhere
Don't want to pay me
Then don't land on my square
My word is bond and it hold weight here
Test of fate here
Cradle to the grave here

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released June 1, 2023

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Badbelly UK

Mark L, also known as "Badbelly," has transitioned from being a Rapper and Spoken Word artist to focusing on music production and sharing the captivating stories of others with the world. Collaborating with vocalists from around the globe, Badbelly creates the soundtrack to the emotions we all experience. This isn't one man's journey, but a collective narrative that comes to life through music. ... more

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