The Devil

from Famous Last Words by Mallz

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Depression and anxiety are very real. Too many of us attempt to downplay it or even ignore it but it can make every waking moment miserable. Mental health should be as much of a priority as physical health. You're worthy of happiness. I believe in you and I'm cheering for you.

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Verse 1
The more I know the more I need to learn
The ones you think are hating shouldn’t be your real concern
Worrying about them outsiders slowing down your pace
One misstep is all it takes to start you on your fall from grace
I try to keep my thinking positive
Never been demonstrative. I struggle with self confidence
Honestly, it’s probably something that should be opposite
When half my songs are popping shit, my reality contradicts
I acknowledge its easy to say to keep your head up
But them voices won’t shut up and them storm clouds won’t let up
Enveloped in self doubt. I’ve wrestled too many bouts
Kept my progress stagnant and stressing myself out
By all accounts, most of y’all will never understand it
The strength it took to get this far when seeds of doubt are planted
Telling me “you aint shit. No need to continue”
When them old folks used to say “It’s just the devil in you, boy”

Chorus:
Them old folks say it’s just the devil in you
Them old folks say it’s just the devil in you
Them old folks say it’s just the devil in you
Them old folks used to say

Verse 2:
What do you do when your biggest hater is you
Betrayed by your own thoughts in a fatalist view
I’m able to do my job despite the demons in my psyche
Screaming that my goals are useless Failure’s more than likely
Fighting on my day to day. Trying to ease the pain away
Writing, shooting ball, reading books to make my brain escape
Most days I can handle it but sometimes it’s unbearable
The lesson in this parable is make sure you take care of you
The scary truth is most people that say they’re on the up and up
Really just don’t give a fuck. Black men told to suck it up
Be a man and toughen up. Miss me with that rhetoric
Views, I’m not respecting it. I can never connect with it
The search for self acceptance is hectic but still worth it
Daily affirmations keep me closer to my purpose
Working with what I got. Creating the best me
And I’m shaking the devil off. Stay mentally healthy, y’all

Chorus to fade

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from Famous Last Words, released October 23, 2020
Lyrics: Mallz
Beat: DRUGS Beats
Mixing and Mastering: Brian Kidd

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Originally from northeastern North Carolina, Mallz has called Raleigh home since 2010 & has been a staple in the state's indie hip hop scene. His tireless work ethic and DIY attitude has brought him success with an extensive catalog - three mixtapes, five LPs and 12 EPs. He's collaborated and shared stages with artists like Rapper Big Pooh, Nappy Roots, Cappadonna, and many more. ... more

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