McKenzie Lyrics – FattMack

McKenzie Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
In this part, FattMack talks about growing up in tough conditions, surrounded by poverty and public housing. He mentions getting caught up in drügs and money, showing how he tried to cope or escape. Even though he had the basics to survive, like water and shelter, life still felt lacking, and he longed for more than just survival. It shows both struggle and the small comforts he had.

[Chorus]
Here, he reflects on how he started from nothing and worked hard to change his life. As a kid in the neighborhood, he was known by everyone, running around barefoot and facing hardships, but he stayed determined. He looked up to older people who seemed to have it all, especially in love and attention, and he wanted to reach that level. Over time, things that once seemed exciting lost their value, and he realized people didn’t owe him anything, including past relationships or admiration. He also talks about breaking free from someone trying to control him, refusing to be manipulated or treated like a puppet. At the same time, he remembers how he was seen as ordinary or basic when he first met that person, which led to feelings of being unloved or unappreciated. Despite the hurt, he still cares deeply, and if anyone threatens the people he loves, he reacts strongly. The chorus captures both his personal growth, his struggles with trust and love, and the pain he endured from people who didn’t see his worth.

[Verse]
In this verse, FattMack talks about being labeled by someone else and feeling that they didn’t support his dreams or music. He describes a time when he was homeless, barely sleeping, and still trying to maintain a connection with someone he cared about. He mentions winning his first success and how before that, life felt like a constant series of losses. He also hints at staying loyal to himself even in risky situations, like avoiding trouble while still taking care of business. Despite the past problems, misunderstandings, and pain in his relationships, he admits he still has love for that person. This part shows his struggle to balance survival, ambition, and emotional attachments while staying true to himself.

[Chorus]
In this repeated section, he emphasizes how far he’s come from his early struggles. He remembers running around barefoot as a kid, growing up in the trap, and being known by everyone despite hardships. He admired older people who seemed to have everything, including romantic attention, and wanted to reach that level. Over time, he realized that those relationships and people owed him nothing, and he couldn’t let anyone control him. He recalls feeling basic or overlooked when he first met someone, which caused pain, but he still cares deeply about them. He also expresses a protective side, showing that he would go to extremes to defend loved ones. The chorus highlights his journey from a difficult childhood to self-reliance, the lessons learned about love, respect, and loyalty, and the personal growth that came from facing struggle and betrayal.