Aaron Cole - No Strings Lyrics
Lyrics
[DJ Mykael V & Steven Malcolm:] Uh-huh Mykael V God always Yuh (Put your hands in the air for Cardec) Ayy, yeah
[Steven Malcolm:] Walking like Pinnochio, ain't no strings on me, yeah I just hit the lab and make a hit for my team, yeah God put a grace on me that shouldn't even be, yeah Like a movie scene but ain't no strings on me Walking like Pinnochio, ain't no strings on me, yeah I just hit the lab and make a hit for my team, yeah God put a grace on me that shouldn't even be, yeah Like a movie scene but ain't no strings on me, yeah
Step on scene and catch a vibe you ain't seen, yeah Ain't controlled by the me I used to be, yeah I just pray with wifey and got fans in love with me, yeah I been selling albums over here and overseas Been around the world with this mic, sowing seeds, ayy Living testimony got the light on gleam, ayy We gon' get it done and ain't no team I got, I got Mykael V on the beat Okay, I walk in with a briefcase and a tie on I be so up 'bout my business maybe that's why I am so dangerous That [?] with the rock, bang with the rock, came gotta game on a lock, came [?], came with the flame [?] hope gon' shoot like do-do-do Heavyweight, I'm only five-nine tho Painting up my journey lookin' like it's from Picasso Wished upon a star and I think it became true, ayy Ask yourself if anything controlling you Ayy, ayy, ayy, yeah, ayy
Walking like Pinnochio, ain't no strings on me, yeah I just hit the lab and make a hit for my team, yeah God put a grace on me that shouldn't even be, yeah Like a movie scene but ain't no strings on me Walking like Pinnochio, ain't no strings on me, yeah I just hit the lab and make a hit for my team, yeah God put a grace on me that shouldn't even be, yeah (Yeah, yeah) Like a movie scene but ain't no strings on me, yeah
[Aaron Cole:] Okay, no strings attached three thou' like I'm Bernie Mac I just preach the word black and white, I'm a clergyman Way ahead of the game, I just be knowing where the phoneys at Oh, they can't hold me back, woah, they can't hold me back Came in this thing like a young OG I skip rookie, straight to the MVP I know a lot of rappers tryna envy me But I be handing L, L's like I'm in too deep Okay, I'm back on my rap [?] [?] the Colin like Kaepernick Yeah, you know I been snapping since they been nappin' and havin' it, ayy Rep VA, know that that's the realest state I'm my own boss, 'bout to own real estate in LA Ayy, who care about the industry? (Sheesh) Lately, lately, I been working on humility Honestly, leaning on God and not my abilities (Yeah) Be like suicide they way that I be killing me (Oh yeah)
[Steven Malcolm:] Walking like Pinnochio, ain't no strings on me, yeah I just hit the lab and make a hit for my team, yeah God put a grace on me that shouldn't even be, yeah Like a movie scene but ain't no strings on me Walking like Pinnochio, ain't no strings on me, yeah I just hit the lab and make a hit for my team, yeah God put a grace on me that shouldn't even be, yeah Like a movie scene but ain't no strings on me, yeah
(Put your hands in the air for Cardec)
[DJ Mykael V:] Mykael V No strings attached When you talk to me, talk to me nice You heard? God always!
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No Strings (feat. Steven Malcolm & Aaron Cole)
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on October 3, 2019, "No Strings" by Aaron Cole, featuring Steven Malcolm and DJ Mykael V, is a powerful declaration of spiritual freedom and reliance on divine guidance. The central metaphor, vividly drawn from the classic tale of Pinocchio, underscores the song's core message: an emancipation from external controls, be they societal pressures, personal past failures, or the temptations of the world. Steven Malcolm kicks off the narrative, immediately establishing this theme of liberation, suggesting a newfound independence that is not self-made but divinely bestowed. He articulates a sense of "grace... that shouldn't even be," hinting at an unearned favor that elevates him beyond his own limitations, much like the unexpected blessings described in Ephesians 2:8-9, which states, "For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast." The imagery of a "movie scene" further emphasizes this feeling of destiny and divine orchestration, portraying life not as a series of random events but as part of a grand, unfolding plan.
Aaron Cole's contribution deepens this exploration, framing his journey as a spiritual ascension rather than a mere career progression. His assertion of being a "clergyman" who preaches the "word black and white" signifies a commitment to unwavering truth, aligning with Proverbs 3:5-6, which encourages trusting in the Lord with all one's heart and leaning not on one's own understanding, but acknowledging Him in all ways to direct one's paths. Cole’s progression from "rookie" to "MVP" and his confidence in avoiding those who "envy me" speak to a spiritual resilience that is unshakeable. He highlights a conscious effort towards humility and leaning on God's strength over his own, a sentiment echoed in Philippians 4:13: "I can do all things through him who strengthens me." The acknowledgment that "leaning on God and not my abilities" is the path to avoid self-destruction speaks volumes about the transformative power of faith. The song consistently reinforces the idea that true freedom and success are found not in worldly autonomy, but in surrender to a higher power, transforming personal narratives into testaments of divine grace and purpose.