Earl Sweatshirt delves into themes of resilience, personal growth, and the impact of change. He emphasizes a steadfast nature with the phrase "Bend, we don't break," suggesting strength and adaptability. The lyrics illustrate a journey from humble beginnings—symbolized by old clothing and memory-laden photographs—to newfound success marked by financial gain. He contrasts past hardships against present achievements, acknowledging transformative progress. References to relocating and strategizing imply the need for constant evolution and adaptability in pursuit of stability and success. The metaphor of a puppet master controlling strings suggests exercising control over one's life, navigating the complexities of relationships and personal aspirations. The song also explores loyalty to friends and family, advocating for maintaining strong bonds amidst life's fluctuations. Earl’s reflective tone underscores a commitment to authenticity and perseverance in the face of external pressures and internal challenges.
The Bends
Lyrics
Bend we don't break, we not the bank
We all we got, switch whips
Relocate way outta state
Bada bing bada bam
It's the pupper master, all the strings in my hand
Peace to my mans, gotta go be with your fam more
(For real) For real I feel like the landlord
My niggas came a long way from the Dickies and dirty JanSports
Jack of all trades, was dealing niggas a handful
Bend, we don't break, we not the bank
Got memories of your face
The photo still on the mantle
It's real when you seal up letters with wax
Shit changed, now the checks that we seein' is handsome, real
Mike WiLLy shit, we went gorilla, they really gave us the ransom
You silly, we taxed 'em, bad blood
Doing 'em dashes and pulling fast ones
Seen your heart soar, got torn up in the past once
Before a jawn, young god get the cash run
Hard hung heads might starve in the end
Young god get the cash 'fore a jawn thump
Pause wit' your man, call Mos if you can, by God (by God)
Bend, we don't break, we not the bank
Switch whips, relocate all the way out of state
Tell my queens, "Keep mace"
Keep faith, brother man
They stable full of sheep, we stayin' on the lam
Game isn't cheap
Bend we don't break, we not the bank
We all we got, switch whips
Relocate way outta state
Bada bing bada bam
It's the pupper master, all the strings in my hand
Peace to my mans, gotta go be with your fam more
(For real) For real I feel like the landlord
My niggas came a long way from the Dickies and dirty JanSports
Jack of all trades, was dealing niggas a handful
Bend, we don't break, we not the bank
Got memories of your face
The photo still on the mantle
It's real when you seal up letters with wax
Shit changed, now the checks that we seein' is handsome, real
Mike WiLLy shit, we went gorilla, they really gave us the ransom
You silly, we taxed 'em, bad blood
Doing 'em dashes and pulling fast ones
Seen your heart soar, got torn up in the past once
Before a jawn, young god get the cash run
Hard hung heads might starve in the end
Young god get the cash 'fore a jawn thump
Pause wit' your man, call Mos if you can, by God (by God)
Bend, we don't break, we not the bank
Switch whips, relocate all the way out of state
Tell my queens, "Keep mace"
Keep faith, brother man
They stable full of sheep, we stayin' on the lam
Game isn't cheap
Writer(s): Lowrell Simon, Richard Tufo, Sage Elsesser, Thebe Kgositsile
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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