Welcome to hard times, back again like it's never been. For the first time it seems to mess with my head. When I realize what it takes, can I relate. with Whatever, but never will it drive me to hate. Could I be the next guy that you take before I wake. Now I lay me down to sleep, eyes tight when I pray. This here is real life, circumstances make you think. Should I be counting my blessings, the next second my eyes blink. [Chorus:] Here in the southtown you know that kid don't play. Put it down on the streets, will I see another day.