Yeah
Yeah, yeah
Man, I guess it all worked out
I’m gettin’ to it like clockwork now
My haters clocked in, they all burned out
They talk shit, but it’s my turn now
And it should’ve been my first route
Young Tiller, what the fuck was you worried about?
Who was talkin’ all that shit? I’ma bury them now
I’ma tell it like it is, I’m airin’ ’em out
But when I think about it, I should be blurrin’ ’em out
You can’t be in this picture, no certain, no how
Man, these niggas, they don’t even deserve the clout
I got real niggas all in my circle now
I’m in the hills with a shawty, she workin’ out
Right by the pool, and I got business mergers now
I love the view and I ain’t trippin’ off burdens now
I kinda knew this shit was comin’
I’m learnin’ how, how to manifest
I can’t stress it enough, gal
You don’t believe in yourself, you won’t get nothin’ at all
But when you pleadin’ for help, you won’t gettin’ nothin’ at all
You niggas greedy, and this is not one for all
This industry full of lames and a bunch of fraud niggas
So don’t ask me why Ion’t fuck with y’all niggas
But I got Swan with me, and Richie and Pardi
Neil, Chase, Rol, Angela, Mike in Atlanta
But I know if I call him, he gon’ answer then
We all family, T R A P S O U L, we at the GRAMMYs, yeah
Rap flows, but I’m croon like Sammy, yeah
I think it’s clear why they don’t understand me
I took the L’s that these niggas wanted to hand me
And humbly, I fell back, makin’ a plan for me
To comeback healthy
I don’t know what held me back for so long
But look now
Man, I guess it all worked out
I’m gettin’ to it like clockwork now
My haters clocked in, they all burned out
They talk shit, but it’s my turn now
And it should’ve been my first route
Young Tiller, what the fuck was you worried about?
Who was talkin’ all that shit? I’ma bury them now
I’ma tell it like it is, I’m airin’ ’em out
Matter of fact, I put this shit in the furnace now
So don’t be comin’ to me with all that word to mouth
I got the flame and they sayin’ it’s burnin’ out
But if I light the shit again, I’m burnin’ it down
I’ma write a hit again, I’m writin’ it now
I really couldn’t give a fuck ’bout who likin’ me now
I’m the guy that these critics is writin’ about
But what I’m writin worth a milli’, how could you feel me?
Can’t nigga, I don’t care how you rank a nigga
I blessed you, you really should be thankin’ a nigga
I made your favorite rapper bring his A-game with him
And his A-game still can’t hang with ’em
Fuck a hater and whoever came with him
And this is to whoever lost faith in him
Can’t tell me that, “Tiller ain’t great,” nigga
I got the fire on the way, better wait, nigga
Goddamn
I guess it all worked out
I’m gettin’ to it like clockwork now
My haters clocked in, they all burned out
They talk shit, but it’s my turn now
And it should’ve been my first route
Young Tiller, what the fuck was you worried about?
Who was talkin’ all that shit? I’ma bury them now
I’ma tell it like it is, I’m airin’ ’em out
Self-Belief and Triumph Over Doubt
“Like Clockwork” by Bryson Tiller delivers a confident narrative about overcoming adversity and trusting in one’s own journey. Tiller reflects on his rise from uncertainty to success, asserting that his persistence and self-belief have paid off “like clockwork.” The lyrics reveal his response to detractors and naysayers, emphasizing that those who doubted him are now left behind as he enjoys the rewards of his hard work. The recurring motif of time and cycles underscores how consistency and patience have been key to his achievements.
Circle of Trust and Artistic Resilience
Tiller highlights the importance of surrounding himself with genuine people and maintaining a close-knit circle. He calls out the superficiality and competitiveness of the music industry while paying homage to his loyal friends and collaborators. The song becomes a testament to resilience, as Tiller turns criticism into motivation, demonstrating that authenticity and talent ultimately rise above negativity. His message is clear: staying true to oneself is the surest path to lasting success.
Song Credits
- Artist: Bryson Tiller
- Songwriters: Bryson Tiller
- Release Year: 2024