Lyrics
[verse]
Grew up on these streets where trust is hard to find
Every corner watching, gotta keep an open mind
Learned it from my block, learned it from the ground
Stay alert at all times, know what's coming round
They came looking for a problem, thought that I was soft
Found out real quick that my guard don't ever drop
Talk is cheap out here but action tells the tale
Standing on my square, I ain't about to fail
[chorus]
Don't test the water if you don't know how deep
Don't wake a sleeping storm, don't disturb my peace
I move through this city like a shadow in the night
Cross the wrong line once, you'll know that I don't run from a fight
[verse]
Reputation built on years of standing firm
City taught me lessons that you gotta learn
Every step calculated, every word precise
Ain't got time for games, ain't got time for advice
From the block to the booth, same energy applies
Never blink, never flinch, never fear the eyes
This the code we living by, this the only way
Respect is earned out here, it's never handed free today
[chorus]
Don't test the water if you don't know how deep
Don't wake a sleeping storm, don't disturb my peace
I move through this city like a shadow in the night
Cross the wrong line once, you'll know that I don't run from a fight
[bridge]
Some nights are quiet, some nights bring the storm
Either way I'm ready, either way I'm warm
Discipline and focus, that's my only shield
Never looking for it, but I never yield
[chorus]
Don't test the water if you don't know how deep
Don't wake a sleeping storm, don't disturb my peace
I move through this city like a shadow in the night
Cross the wrong line once, you'll know that I don't run from a fight
