"WHAT I DID TO HER, FEEL SHO ASHAMED
BABE, WOMAN, BABY"
I'll never forget playing this beat on the drive home after work one day. That sample automatically spoke to me, I knew I would write a song about the 3 most important women in my life.
-BABE (My wife), who picked me up and gave me a second chance at love and family life after my first marriage fell apart. Thank you for all your support and patience while I finished this album baby.
-WOMAN (My Mom) My relationship with my mother hasn't been all roses. Recently we had a cancer scare, and we are currently in treatment. When I first heard the news it shook me to the core, and all I could think is "I hope she gets to hear this song." Thank you for everything you have ever been to me Mom. Thank you for always believing in me and supporting my writing. I hope this makes you proud. We'll get through this together.
-BABY (My Daughter) As I write this my daughter is next to me playing RoadBlocks. I thank God every morning that I get to say good morning to her and for the blessing of getting to kiss her goodnight before she goes to bed. She's a handful, but I will always be here for her. Anything you need Millz, you can count on Dad. Thanks for being the 1st one to say Happy Birthday to me today. Daddy loves you always.
Of course, I had to give a nod to my favorite MC of all time on the hook. Common is one of the best writers of Hip Hop songs dedicated to women, so I thought his quote off of The Light would fit the song just right.
lyrics
How do I begin this letter elegantly?
Dearest Lissette,
Angel sent from Heaven to me
When I reflect upon how far we've come
I cannot deny
If you hadn't stepped Into my life
This man would have died
To say I could've made it on my own's just masculine pride
Half-truth like a Vatican Lie
The fact is I hardly survived
X Wife kicked me out
H was Homeless
Waking up without my kids to kiss good morning left me soulless
Physically and spiritually So Sick
Bad Habits Left Me Broke and Psychologically Broken
Thought I knew it all
I was Ignorant with No Bliss
The image of my life all out of Focus
That's the condition that you found me in
When others turned around on him
The King insides what you bought out of him
Head held high in front of everyone who doubted him
He's working hard to make sure that your proud of him
Now How do I write this letter reverently
Dearest Edita the Mother heaven Destined for me
Blessed Vessel that Carried Me Inside Her
The Nutrient, Protection, Affection, and Constant Direction Provider
You shared all you had I took greedily
A Parasite always hungry for more than you were feeding me
Forgive me for the time I stole from your purse never needing it
The countless Nights of Sleeplessness
When I was on the streets a mess
Your mental health suffered from how deep you stress
You were under observation
I was underage - Oblivious
They released you with a script
You took with beers you would sip
The combination formed an addiction that was serious
Your Battle with chemical dependency was furious
It's a Miracle you're hear with us
And through it all you never doubted me
I want you to know I'm proud of you
Working hard to make you proud of Me
How do I end this letter adequately
When words cannot express
Phrases fall short of satisfactory
To describe how you've transformed my life Magically
All rise and bow the knee to her Majesty
Princess Milandra Monet
The first of her name
Cherubin sent from Heaven
As an agent of Change
People look at me strange when I claim
That when she cries it rains
She Smiles it's Blue Skies
Not a cloud remains
Sound of her voice can make a wild beast tamed
Even the Sun hides it's face when she's ashamed
Father's of Daughters understand what I'm Saying
Wanta protect your from Pain
But it's Necessary
To make you tougher cuz the world out there is Very Scary
Life ain't no fairy tale it's Fair Rarely
Just remember even the darkest night is Temporary
I know you got reasons for doubting me
My pride and joy, I live my life in a way that makes you proud of me.
credits
from 8ch2Owens & DJ Proof: THE WATERPROOF,
released March 21, 2021
Produced: DJ PROOF
Written: 8ch2Owens
Enginered, Mixed and Mastered: EKYM1536
Recorded and Mixed at DOJIMOTO STUDIOS
Rudy “8ch2Owens” Barro has been a staple in the South Florida Hip Hop scene since early 2000. A Member of several historical
South FL Hip Hop groups, He now ventures out as a Solo Act. Founder of Vice City Cypher & WVCC Radio
FB: @RudyBarro
IG: @8ch2Owins www.vicecitycypher.com...more
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