Keeping it real Quote by Tactics
“Ventilation, thoughts on a page/ what's the indication? I'm lost in a rage/ Caught in the hate, grippin mics til my grave comes/ Emotions get ignored, build up then they face us/ Bills get ignored, law suits, then they take funds/ Pain gets ignored most the time cuz we play dumb/ When the time comes, head down, guilt buries me/ So when I hear a beat I talk back like a parakeet/ Mind worn down like I got a cheap pair of sneaks/ To me this is real, to you it's a parody/ To me it's a job, to you it's a charity/ Face in the sand then a moment of clarity/”
About This Quote
Source Song: Unknown Hip Hop track, lyrics by Tactics
The artist expresses frustration with ignored emotions, financial pressures, and societal expectations, using vivid metaphors to convey inner turmoil and coping through music.
In simple terms: Frustration with ignored problems, coping via music
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge feelings, seek support, channel emotions constructively
Themes
frustration
societal pressure
coping
music
identity
Mood
angsty
reflective
Type
ly
personal
When to use this quote
- personal stress
- financial strain
- creative outlet
- self‑expression
Key Concepts
mental health
social critique
artistic expression
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions are you ignoring?
- How can music help process anger?
A Different Perspective
May overlook systemic issues behind personal grievances
