Trapped
2Pac
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You know they got me trapped in this prison of seclusion Happiness, living on the streets is a delusion Even a smooth criminal one day must get caught Shot up or shot down with the bullet that he bought Nine millimeter kickin' thinking about what the streets do to me 'Cause they never talk peace in the black community All we know is violence, do the job in silence Walk the city streets like a rat pack of tyrants Too many brothers daily heading for the big pen Niggas commin' out worse off then when they went in Over the years I done a lot of growin' up Gettin' drunk thrown' up Cuffed up Then I said I had enough There must be another route, way out To money and fame, I changed my name And played a different game Tired of being trapped in this vicious cycle If one more cop harassed me I just might go psycho And when I get 'em I'll hit 'em with the bum rush Only a lunatic would like to see his skull crushed Yo, if your smart you'll really let me go 'G' But keep me cooped up in this ghetto and catch the Uzi They got me trapped (Uh uh, they can't keep the black man down) They got me trapped (Naw, they can't keep the black man down) Trapped (Uh uh, they can't keep the black man down) Trapped (Naw, they can't keep the black man down) They got me trapped Can barely walk the city streets Without a cop harassing me, searching me Then asking my identity Hands up, throw me up against the wall Didn't do a thing at all I'm tellin' you one day these suckers gotta fall Cuffed up throw me on the concrete Coppers try to kill me But they didn't know this was the wrong street Bang bang, down another casualty But it's a cop who's shot there's brutality Who do you blame? It's a shame because the mans slain He got caught in the chains of his own game How can I feel guilty after all the things they did to me Sweated me, hunted me Trapped in my own community One day I'm gonna bust Blow up on this society Why did ya lie to me? I couldn't find a trace of equality Work me like a slave while they laid back Homie don't play that It's time I lett 'em suffer the payback I'm tryin' to avoid physical contact I can't hold back, it's time to attack jack They got me trapped (Uh uh, they can't keep the black man down) They got me trapped (Naw, they can't keep the black man down) Trapped (Uh uh, they can't keep the black man down) Trapped (Naw, they can't keep the black man down) Now I'm trapped and want to find a getaway All I need is a 'G' and somewhere safe to stay Can't use the phone 'Cause I'm sure someone is tappin' in Did it before Ain't scared to use my gat again I look back at hindsight the fight was irrelevant But now he's the devils friend Too late to be tellin' him He shot first and I'll be damned if I run away Homie is done away I should of put my gun away I wasn't thinkin' all I heard was the ridicule Girlies was laughin', Tup sayin' "Damn homies is dissin' you" I fired my weapon Started steppin' in the hurricane I got shot so I dropped Feelin' a burst of pain Got to my feet Couldn't see nothin' but bloody blood Now I'm a fugitive to be hunted like a murderer Ran through an alley Still lookin' for my getaway Coppers said Freeze, or you'll be dead today Trapped in a corner Dark and I couldn't see the light Thoughts in my mind was the nine and a better life What do I do? Live my life in a prison cell I'd rather die then be trapped in a living hell They got me trapped (Uh uh, they can't keep the black man down) They got me trapped (Naw, they can't keep the black man down) Trapped (Uh uh, they can't keep the black man down) You know they got me trapped (Naw, they can't keep the black man down) Trapped
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Written by: DANK, PLAYA PLAYA, WIZ, RAMON RUSSELL GOODEN, TUPAC AMARU SHAKUR
Lyrics © Red Brick Music Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Artist Background"Trapped" is a song performed by global hip-hop icon 2Pac, also known as Tupac Shakur, who was lauded for his ability to discuss contemporary social issues in his lyrics.
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Album InformationIt is the third single and second track from his debut studio album entitled, "2Pacalypse Now", which was released in November 1991.
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Theme and ContentThe song discusses racial profiling, police harassment and system bias in America, reflecting real-life experience of African Americans during that period.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Trapped" features actor Bill Bellamy and rapper Ice-T. It showcases a scenario where Tupac was harassed by the police.
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Chart SuccessDespite its heavy social commentary, the song did not chart on the Billboard Hot 100, but peaked at number 49 on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
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Critical Acclaim"Trapped" is often celebrated for its political and social consciousness, and is seen as an example of 2Pac's early lyrical talents.
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ControversyThe album "2Pacalypse Now", which features "Trapped", ignited significant controversy due to its explicit lyrics about violence and social issues, leading to various attempts to get it banned from stores.
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Cultural ImpactIts lyrics are still relevant today, as they stimulate conversations about police brutality, racial profiling, and social inequity.
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Familiar VoicesThe song features Shock G, also known as Humpty Hump, of the Digital Underground, who sings the chorus.
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Recognition"Trapped" motivated a slew of artists after Tupac to create music with a social or political message, establishing a legacy in the hip-hop community.
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