Lecrae - Where We Come From Lyrics
Lyrics
This is where we come from
Yeah, we did it (Yeah, we did it)
City on my back, I'm committed
This is where we come from
Yeah, we made it (Yeah, we made it)
Now the whole team celebratin'
We like...
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Don't mistake the new me for the old me (Old me)
They can't stop me now, I'm with the home team
No beginner, I'm a winner
Took a couple losses, now I'm cookin', let me simmer
Yeah, yeah, tunnel vision, all I see is win, win, win, win
This my 'cedes section, where you been, been, been, been?
We move faster along, buckle, further together
We can weather any weather forever
A dream team, I done seen things, confidence is on a hundred thousand
I got family from miles runnin' up the mileage (Mileage)
Made it through some trials and some tribulations
Now me and the team out here celebratin', yeah
This is where we come from
Yeah, we did it (Yeah, we did it)
City on my back, I'm committed
This is where we come from
Yeah, we made it (Yeah, we made it)
Now the whole team celebratin'
We like...
Oh-oh-oh-oh oh-oh-oh (Oh)
Oh-oh-oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh (Oh)
Oh-oh-oh-oh oh-oh-oh (Oh)
Oh-oh-oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh (Oh)
One-two, one-two, forget the things you prolly thought you knew
A new day is approachin', turnin' gray skies into blue
I grew up on these same blocks, school of hard knocks
Had to get it on the hard top, took the hard shots
But we made it, anticipated, highly decorated
The home team is winnin', celebratin'
The victory is all mine, all mine
And everything is alright, alright
And you know I done seen things, confidence is on a hundred thousand
I got family from miles runnin' up the mileage (Mileage)
Made it through some trials and some tribulations
Now me and the team out here celebratin', yeah
This is where we come from
Yeah, we did it (Yeah, we did it)
City on my back, I'm committed
This is where we come from
Yeah, we made it (Yeah, we made it)
Now the whole team celebratin'
We like...
Oh-oh-oh-oh oh-oh-oh (Oh)
Oh-oh-oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh (Oh)
Oh-oh-oh-oh oh-oh-oh (Oh)
Oh-oh-oh-oh oh-oh-oh-oh (Oh)
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Lecrae - Where We Come From
Meaning & Inspiration
"Where We Come From," released as a single on November 6, 2020, stands as a powerful testament to Lecrae's journey and his unshakeable faith. The song isn't just a victory lap; it's a profound reflection on overcoming adversity and the strength found in community and divine purpose. The core message resonates with the deep gratitude and resilience that comes from navigating life's challenges, echoing the biblical narrative of God's faithfulness through trials. Lecrae articulates a palpable sense of achievement, not just for himself but for his entire "home team," a sentiment that brings to mind the early church community, bound by shared faith and mutual support, as described in Acts 4:32: "All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they had." This shared success, built on a foundation of "tunnel vision" and perseverance, highlights the dedication required to move beyond past struggles, transforming "gray skies into blue" through unwavering resolve. The repeated assertion of having "made it" and "did it" isn't boastful; it's a declaration of faith realized, akin to the Apostle Paul's reflection in Philippians 4:13: "I can do all this through him who gives me strength." The lyrics skillfully weave together personal experience with universal themes of hope and redemption, reminding us that even after setbacks, the opportunity for a new beginning, a "new day is approachin'," is always present. This message aligns directly with the biblical promise of renewal and transformation found in 2 Corinthians 5:17: "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!" The "city on my back" imagery speaks to a profound sense of responsibility and commitment to one's roots and community, a dedication that Lecrae embodies, suggesting that his efforts are not in vain but are part of a larger tapestry of purpose. This echoes the wisdom found in Proverbs 22:6: "Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it." The song serves as an anthem for anyone who has faced hardship and emerged stronger, a powerful reminder that our origins, while shaping us, do not define our ultimate destination when guided by faith and perseverance.