The Question of Respect

[Intro]
Yeah, I know what you’re thinkin’
But hear me out, just listen a minute
Trying to clear the air, get real, no gimmicks
Can I speak my piece? Yeah, I gotta admit it

[Verse 1]
Step in the spot, got a story to tell
Look, I ain’t tryna play, I ain't sellin’ no shell
Just a white dude here, with a lotta respect
Learned from the streets, it’s a culture I respect

Pre-Chorus]
Tryna find my voice, understand the rules
Genuine in my heart, don’t wanna act fools
It’s a complex talk, yeah, it’s layered deep
But I respect the code, and I promise to keep

[Chorus]
Can I say the word? I just wanna be real
Not here for trouble, I ain't tryna steal
It's about unity, breaking down walls
Respect and understanding, hear my call

[Verse 2]
I see the history, the pain, the pride
It’s a heavy weight, but I’m tryin’ inside
I got friends in the struggle, and they know my name
It’s love in my heart, I ain’t playin’ no game

Pre-Chorus]
This ain’t about color, it’s about respect
Genuine intentions, what I represent
Hope y’all see the truth, I ain’t here just to offend
I'm lookin’ for a way, to truly comprehend

[Chorus]
Can I say the word? I just wanna be real
Not here for trouble, I ain't tryna steal
It's about unity, breaking down walls
Respect and understanding, hear my call

[Bridge]
It’s a complex world, and we all different
But love’s the language that we should speak in
Listen up, y’all, I’m trying to learn
Respect the struggle, and bridges I’ll burn

[Outro]
So I ask again, with respect and grace
Can I say the word, or is it a closed gate?
I’m here to understand, to break the mold
Unity’s the story that needs to be told
NIG
[The song cuts out]

Rap, socially conscious, with a serious tone, urban beat, punchy rhythm, hip-hop flow