Misunderstood
Common
Common
COMMON
- Misunderstood LyricsBaby, you understand me now
If sometimes you see that I'm mad
No one can always be an angel
When everything goes wrong you see some bad
Well I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
[Common]
Yeah, uh (Misunderstood)
We do this, for the people that walk that path
Tryna get to their dream, yeah, uh (oh)
He stood on the corner with the rest of them
Though he knew that this corner wasn't the best of him
Hard streets and a life that crested him
Dirt police domestic beefs that's festerin
He knew the President wadn't addressin him
Though dead presidents was undressin him
Two kids from hot sex no protection and
People don't see how AIDS is affectin 'em
It get hard to get the get the God question in
Can't find a job so you robbin and hustlin
He killed marks and sold dope for cousin 'em
Can't believe they would be the ones bucking him
He on the ground he could feel God touching him
He heard the sound of his moms sayin trust in him
At heaven's gate, saying please Lord let me in
Or send me back to tell my people to be better men
[Chorus]
Misunderstood
'Cause we are - Misunderstood
Misunderstood, Don't let me be misunderstood
I'm just human, oh
[Common]
Uh, yeah
She dancin she dance she dance for them
Her body move but her mind was manic'n
Thinkin I don't know where they hands have been
Relationships with men have been so damagin
She thought back to when she was at Howard and
Dreams of doing scenes with Terrence Howard and
Broadway plays and dancin with Alv and them
The ones that make it always ain't the talented
Some dreams get lost never to be found again
At first strippin seemed so empowerin
Most every girl wanna do it now and then
But bein meat every day is devourin
Cats puttin paper where she put powder and
Life would break her, now she powderin
She was high when she fell down and then
Crowd surrounding and, heart was poundin and
She fell into a deep sleep the siren sounded and
Seen bright lights in the midst of clouds and then
Talked to God, feeling like his child again
Said Lord let me live so I can make you proud again
[Chorus]
The life we lead, will always lead us
And we pray that he, will never leave us
It's the price we pay, I guess that's the reason
Why my grandma sang, we all need Jesus [2x]
Misunderstood, don't let me be, misunderstood
Misunderstood, don't let me be, misunderstood
I'm just human
If sometimes you see that I'm mad
No one can always be an angel
When everything goes wrong you see some bad
Well I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
[Common]
Yeah, uh (Misunderstood)
We do this, for the people that walk that path
Tryna get to their dream, yeah, uh (oh)
He stood on the corner with the rest of them
Though he knew that this corner wasn't the best of him
Hard streets and a life that crested him
Dirt police domestic beefs that's festerin
He knew the President wadn't addressin him
Though dead presidents was undressin him
Two kids from hot sex no protection and
People don't see how AIDS is affectin 'em
It get hard to get the get the God question in
Can't find a job so you robbin and hustlin
He killed marks and sold dope for cousin 'em
Can't believe they would be the ones bucking him
He on the ground he could feel God touching him
He heard the sound of his moms sayin trust in him
At heaven's gate, saying please Lord let me in
Or send me back to tell my people to be better men
[Chorus]
Misunderstood
'Cause we are - Misunderstood
Misunderstood, Don't let me be misunderstood
I'm just human, oh
Uh, yeah
She dancin she dance she dance for them
Her body move but her mind was manic'n
Thinkin I don't know where they hands have been
Relationships with men have been so damagin
She thought back to when she was at Howard and
Dreams of doing scenes with Terrence Howard and
Broadway plays and dancin with Alv and them
The ones that make it always ain't the talented
Some dreams get lost never to be found again
At first strippin seemed so empowerin
Most every girl wanna do it now and then
But bein meat every day is devourin
Cats puttin paper where she put powder and
Life would break her, now she powderin
She was high when she fell down and then
Crowd surrounding and, heart was poundin and
She fell into a deep sleep the siren sounded and
Seen bright lights in the midst of clouds and then
Talked to God, feeling like his child again
Said Lord let me live so I can make you proud again
[Chorus]
The life we lead, will always lead us
And we pray that he, will never leave us
It's the price we pay, I guess that's the reason
Why my grandma sang, we all need Jesus [2x]
Misunderstood, don't let me be, misunderstood
Misunderstood, don't let me be, misunderstood
I'm just human
Facts about Misunderstood
✔️
Misunderstood is written by Lonnie Rashid Lynn, Sol Marcus, Bennie Benjamin, Gloria Caldwell, Devon Lamar Harris.
✔️
It is first released on July 30, 2007 as part of Common's album "Finding Forever" which includes 13 tracks in total. This song is the 10th track on this album.
✔️
When we reflect on what the artist might have meant, Common's 'Misunderstood' explores the difficulties and misconceptions of people living in hard times through metaphors that are very expressive of their emotional chaos, as well as their quest for forgiveness and understanding. Most of the Misunderstood lyrics deal with the topics of spirituality, reflection, social discourse, angst, and despair. However, the song also highlights the role of misunderstood persons, their struggles and sufferings, faith and redemption, as well as lost dreams and aspirations. The lyrics speak of themes such as the hardships of life, drug abuse, and sexuality, which are all more appropriate for an adult audience. Moreover, the song contains instances of violence and illegal behavior that could be considered inappropriate for kids.
✔️
Misunderstood falls under the genres Hip Hop, Rap.
✔️
Misunderstood song length is 4 minutes and 44 seconds.
Who wrote Misunderstood lyrics?
Misunderstood is written by Lonnie Rashid Lynn, Sol Marcus, Bennie Benjamin, Gloria Caldwell, Devon Lamar Harris.
✔️
When was Misunderstood released?
It is first released on July 30, 2007 as part of Common's album "Finding Forever" which includes 13 tracks in total. This song is the 10th track on this album.
✔️
What is the meaning behind Misunderstood lyrics?
When we reflect on what the artist might have meant, Common's 'Misunderstood' explores the difficulties and misconceptions of people living in hard times through metaphors that are very expressive of their emotional chaos, as well as their quest for forgiveness and understanding. Most of the Misunderstood lyrics deal with the topics of spirituality, reflection, social discourse, angst, and despair. However, the song also highlights the role of misunderstood persons, their struggles and sufferings, faith and redemption, as well as lost dreams and aspirations. The lyrics speak of themes such as the hardships of life, drug abuse, and sexuality, which are all more appropriate for an adult audience. Moreover, the song contains instances of violence and illegal behavior that could be considered inappropriate for kids.
✔️
Which genre is Misunderstood?
Misunderstood falls under the genres Hip Hop, Rap.
✔️
How long is the song Misunderstood?
Misunderstood song length is 4 minutes and 44 seconds.
Hottest Lyrics with Videos
8f2f564a7e033ec59be109a04e289aed
check amazon for Misunderstood mp3 download
Songwriter(s): Lonnie Rashid Lynn, Sol Marcus, Bennie Benjamin, Gloria Caldwell, Devon Lamar Harris
Record Label(s): 2007 Geffen Records
Official lyrics by
