let me tell you by Z.E.N. (2024)

It's like we gotta do this
Word, word
Yeah

Let's get it on
Get'cha gear and prepare for war
nigg*s runnin' they jaw, heads ain't ready at all
Get your ammo and stand strong

The enemy's in your heart, you ain't gotta look far
Let's get it on
Get'cha gear and prepare for war
nigg*s runnin' they jaw, heads ain't ready at all
Get your ammo and stand strong
The revolution ain't televised, they streamin' dot com

No time to do your hair, baby
Brothers is firin' at us
He died in his T-shirt, said, "Black Lives Matter"
Stand for nothin', you fail, nigg*s stuck, pop frontin'
Helter Skelter means war, I'm on my rock ruckus
You block fam, gun co*cked, the block jammed, Smuckers
Jealously spread over bread, when you're fam, f*ck ya
What's trust when you lust power and lack courage?
When the facts flourish, the wack perish

Because you're usin' big words, that don't make you smart
Just because you're breathin' that don't mean you got heart
f*ck you, I used to be a robber too
So I know when and how a nigg* scheme and move
Shoot a shotta shooter so such that his gun was hit
Soundboy, bury you, kill it, done and over with

Uh, ain't no stoppin' when the choppa ring
You hear a bang then a scream

Let's get it on
Get'cha gear and prepare for war
nigg*s runnin' they jaw, heads ain't ready at all
Get your ammo and stand strong
The enemy's in your heart, you ain't gotta look far
Let's get it on
Get'cha gear and prepare for war
nigg*s runnin' they jaw, heads ain't ready at all
Get your ammo and stand strong
The revolution ain't televised, they streamin' dot com

Yeah, ain't no bunkers in Bucktown, just gun bussas
No one trust no one, we just don't discuss it
It's like crabs in the bucket
You think the system crooked? You need to look at who you f*ck wit'
The evil men do, I see the greed in ya
Modern day slave to social media
Don't believe the alternative facts they feedin' ya
Get caught leanin' and they leavin' ya

Hey, yo
The average home owner doesn't even own a gun
But you have the right to, so invest in one
If you don't have, you better get'chu one
The day of the geechy is done
Protect the residents with these elements
We find these truths to be self-evident

It ain't no stoppin' when the choppa ring
You hear a bang then a scream

Let's get it on
Get'cha gear and prepare for war
nigg*s runnin' they jaw, heads ain't ready at all
Get your ammo and stand strong
The enemy's in your heart, you ain't gotta look far
Let's get it on
Get'cha gear and prepare for war
nigg*s runnin' they jaw, heads ain't ready at all
Get your ammo and stand strong
It's the biggest (It's the biggest)

The real ones make me wanna do things (Uh)
Converse sneakers, fat shoestrings (Uh)
V.V.S. rims with my boo thang (Woo)
Stolen Smith & Wesson and I'm bumpin' Wu-Tang
I miss the old Kanye, can't f*ck with new lames (No)
Throwback sneakers and my new chains (Woo)
Suicidal if my contract was like Lil' Wayne's
Body droppin', every week you in a new gang (Woo)
Volkswagen Beetles then we went to Regals (Tell 'em)
Now it's Maybachs with the glass ceilings (Woo)
Shots of CÎROC got me puffin' pot (Uh)
Self-made, how dare you tell me what I'm not (Boss)
Real DJs, they gotta run it back (Run it back)
House shoes on, nigg*s runnin' crack (How is that?)
Flair lumber Jackson 'til the summer back (Uh)
Murder weapon and the one I got the numbers match (Bang)
Better have my ready, Fab Five Freddy (Uh)
Ricky ravioli, whole bowl of spaghetti (Haha-ha)
Heavy protein 'cause you know things (Yeah)
I love dappin' nigg*s in my gold rings (Yuh)
Love pullin' up with my whole team (Yuh)
Pretty women love pullin' on my gold links (Uh)

Used to point us out just by our flat fades
Now we top floor in the palisade

The lyrics of Z.E.N.'s song "Let Me Tell You" convey a sense of urgency and readiness for conflict or battle. The opening lines "It's like we gotta do this / Word, word / Yeah" set the tone for the message of being prepared for warfare. The repeated refrain of "Let's get it on / Get'cha gear and prepare for war" emphasizes the call to arms and readiness for a fight. The lyrics also touch upon the idea of facing internal enemies, noting that "The enemy's in your heart, you ain't gotta look far." This could be interpreted as a metaphor for internal struggles and conflicts that one must confront and overcome.

The verse that references the Black Lives Matter movement and the urgency of standing up for what one believes in adds a layer of social commentary and activism to the song. The mention of "Helter Skelter means war, I'm on my rock ruckus" suggests a rebellious spirit and a determination to challenge the status quo. The lyrics also address themes of betrayal and distrust, highlighting how jealousy and power struggles can lead to the downfall of relationships and communities. The lines "What's trust when you lust power and lack courage? / When the facts flourish, the wack perish" underscore the importance of integrity and staying true to one's principles.

The lyrics also touch upon the complexities of identity and past experiences, with references to past criminal activities and a recognition of the struggles faced in life. The lines "Just because you're breathin' that don't mean you got heart / f*ck you, I used to be a robber too" hint at a sense of defiance and resilience. The mention of navigating through schemes and strategies reflects a sense of streetwise intelligence and survival instincts. The song portrays a sense of accountability and self-awareness, acknowledging the ways in which past experiences shape one's perspective on life and conflict.

Additionally, the lyrics contain references to contemporary social issues such as gun ownership, media manipulation, and the impact of technology on society. There is a call to arms for self-protection and vigilance in a world where trust is hard to come by. The lines "The evil men do, I see the greed in ya / Modern day slave to social media" highlight the dangers of complacency and blind acceptance of information. The song encourages critical thinking and independence of thought, urging listeners to be vigilant and discerning in the face of misinformation. Overall, the lyrics of "Let Me Tell You" by Z.E.N. offer a multifaceted exploration of themes such as conflict, social consciousness, personal growth, and the complexities of navigating contemporary society.