"Am I delusional? Keep tellin' myself that it's all good"

>“5AM” by Lil Baby captures a deep exploration of the struggle between material success and emotional fulfillment. The song reveals the artist’s introspective journey as he grapples with the consequences of his achievements, his relationships, and his mental state. While he celebrates his wealth, he simultaneously confronts the feelings of loneliness and discontent that can accompany such success, creating a relatable narrative many listeners can resonate with.

>In the verses, Lil Baby reflects on conflicting emotions tied to his rise as an artist. The line “How you managed to get everything you want and still ain’t happy?” highlights the irony of wealth, suggesting that even after attaining material desires, true happiness remains elusive. He speaks about losing part of himself, indicating a sacrifice of personal identity in the face of fame and fortune, particularly with the line “Half of me done died, the other half alive.” This duality emphasizes the struggle for balance between his past life and current reality. The mention of his grandmother’s wisdom reinforces the notion that challenges are inherent to things worthwhile, while comments about love and betrayal illustrate the complexity of relationships that often suffer under the weight of ambition. Furthermore, his references to survival instincts and his upbringing in the hood ground his experience in a broader cultural context, where resilience is vital for success.

>Overall, “5AM” serves as an honest reflection on Lil Baby’s journey through fame, illustrating how success does not equate to fulfillment. His lyrics encapsulate a blend of vulnerability and toughness, as he examines personal loss, emotional challenges, and the weight of expectations. The song effectively resonates with anyone navigating the complexities of life and ambition, pointing towards the idea that true happiness may lie beyond wealth and status.^[[1] https://genius.com/Lil-baby-5am-lyrics]

``` Rock in my pocket like Gibraltar, Chop it up, Lookin’ like Siesta Key. White like it show up at the altar, Don’t be gettin’ messy with the recipe. Is it Fini in the bag, is it Kanye? Shit can turn a long night into a long day. Pressin’ on the gas ‘til the car shake, 120 on the dash, went the wrong way. Time is a flat circle, I’m doin’ donuts. I was 13 & I blinked, now I’m grown up. Never asked me what I think, I don’t know enough. I say if we link, Then we link, You ain’t showin’ up. What you runnin’ from? I be in a rented 911 on the 101, 780 credit, I could get it if I wanted one. I would rather bet it on my head, & watch it double up, Bitch you a runner up.

Heavy is the weight on my chest, I can bench it. Heavy is the weight of the world, I could squat that. Heavy is the weight of the crown, The attention, Hear you talkin’ like a heavyweight, But you not that. (Don King couldn’t even make a dollar off you) (Heard you talkin’ like a heavyweight but you not that)

Set and I’m ready from the rip, Yeah I’m starter status. Prezi on my wrist, No that’s not a patek. She gon’ let me hit, Yeah that’s automatic. Solid 7 on my hip and she not dramatic, The 9 and 10’s they get problematic. She take the key and wreck the Benz, Always causin’ havoc, Yeah, I try to tell them this is not a habit, I tell my therapist I’m not an addict. This shit ain’t easy as it look, You can’t read me like a book. You can’t treat me like a rook, Man they wash, yeah they washed up. Season with the cook, They don’t see what all it took, Only thing I still regret, I should’ve got Breezy on that hook. (Aw yeah) Big mistakes, Yeah I made ‘em in abundance, Bad breaks by the case, by the hundreds. Say that as I’m breaking down the blow, Like it’s fun dip. All that rocky fuckin’ up my nose, Like I’m Lundgren.

Heavy is the weight on my chest, I can bench it. Heavy is the weight of the world, I could squat that. Heavy is the weight of the crown, The attention, Hear you talkin’ like a heavyweight, But you not that. (Don King couldn’t even make a dollar off you) (Heard you talkin’ like a heavyweight but you not that) ```

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