[Intro]
Yeah, you know the game, you gotta stake your claim
Time is money, don't forget the name
[Verse 1]
Skills sharp as a blade, workin' day and night
Givin' all I got, still I hear the snide
They want it for free, just takin' without pay
But I’ve learned the hard way, can't give my art away
[Pre-Chorus]
Value what I bring, don’t let it slip by
Respecting my craft, no need to justify
Stand tall, refuse to sell myself short
Know my worth, of this I endorse
[Chorus]
If you’re good at somethin’, never do it for free
You gotta stand your ground, claim your dignity
Money talks, talent earns its fee
If you’re good at somethin’, make ’em pay the fee
[Verse 2]
Every stroke, every note, earned and born from sweat
Loyal to my craft, that’s the only bet
No more freebies, no handouts in my game
Just respect for the skills that I proclaim
[Pre-Chorus]
Value what I bring, don’t let it slip by
Respecting my craft, no need to justify
Stand tall, refuse to sell myself short
Know my worth, of this I endorse
[Chorus]
If you’re good at somethin’, never do it for free
You gotta stand your ground, claim your dignity
Money talks, talent earns its fee
If you’re good at somethin’, make ’em pay the fee
[Bridge]
It’s not about greed, it’s about respect
The craft, the passion, the time I’ve spent
Every line, every beat, worth what I show
Don’t undermine, let the world know
[Outro]
So remember this when they come callin’
Value what’s yours, keep the ball rollin’
If you’re good at somethin’, never do it for free
Hold your ground, let the world see