Trapped

2Pac

About Trapped

"Trapped" is the solo debut single by 2Pac from his debut album 2Pacalypse Now. It deals with police brutality. The first verse tells a story of 2Pac being harassed by the police, one even shooting at him. He then fires back and says he did it because he was tired of constantly being profiled and abused by police officers. The song samples "Holy Ghost" by Bar-Kays and "The Spank" by James Brown. "Trapped" was featured on 2Pac's Greatest Hits album in 1998.


Year:
2007
4:44
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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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2Pac

Tupac Amaru Shakur, also known by his stage names 2Pac and Makaveli, was an American rapper and actor. He is considered by many to have been one of the best rappers of all time. Shakur was born in the Harlem neighborhood of New York City but relocated to California in 1988. more »

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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.
Album Information
It is the third single and second track from his debut studio album entitled, "2Pacalypse Now", which was released in November 1991.
Theme and Content
The song discusses racial profiling, police harassment and system bias in America, reflecting real-life experience of African Americans during that period.
Music Video
The music video for "Trapped" features actor Bill Bellamy and rapper Ice-T. It showcases a scenario where Tupac was harassed by the police.
Chart Success
Despite 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.
Critical Acclaim
"Trapped" is often celebrated for its political and social consciousness, and is seen as an example of 2Pac's early lyrical talents.
Controversy
The 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.
Cultural Impact
Its lyrics are still relevant today, as they stimulate conversations about police brutality, racial profiling, and social inequity.
Familiar Voices
The song features Shock G, also known as Humpty Hump, of the Digital Underground, who sings the chorus.
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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