Pray4dagang Lyrics – A$AP Rocky

Pray4dagang Lyrics Meaning

[Intro: KayCyy & A\ Rocky]
In this intro, Rocky is reflecting on his life choices and the toll that his lifestyle has taken on his relationships. He’s about to leave for a long period, more than three hundred days, and feels guilty for leaving his loved ones behind, especially his partner who’s pregnant. He recognizes that leaving for tour is hard and that no one can replace the bond he shares with them. Despite the distance, he promises to return, and until then, he hopes for their protection and asks them to pray for him.

[Chorus: A\ Rocky & KayCyy]
The chorus is a repeated call to pray for the “gang” or his close circle, which likely refers to both his friends and his team. It suggests that the people in his life face a lot of challenges and need spiritual protection. The repetition emphasizes the importance of hope and collective strength, especially when dealing with struggles, pain, or even the violence surrounding them. It highlights the urgency of prayers for everyone involved, not just for himself but for those he cares about, implying that life is unpredictable and full of risks.

[Verse 1: A\ Rocky]
In this verse, Rocky returns home to find things have changed, and his friends or people he trusts are no longer around. He feels a sense of emptiness and has no words to express the loss. There’s a feeling of everything being wrong, which is why he turns to prayer for guidance and peace. He prays for his son to inherit the good traits from him and avoid the bad ones. Rocky also acknowledges the importance of self-reflection and hopes to avoid self-destructive behavior while praying for the safety of everyone involved in his circle, asking for divine protection.

[Chorus: A\ Rocky & KayCyy]
The chorus repeats again, emphasizing the importance of praying for the “gang” — his friends, family, and everyone who stands by him. The repetition shows how crucial it is for him to keep these people safe and protected, as they face dangerous situations. It’s almost like a chant, a ritualistic plea for good fortune and safety, with Rocky asking for divine intervention to keep the ones he cares about out of harm’s way.

[Verse 2: A\ Rocky]
In this verse, Rocky questions his relationships with certain people, wondering how he’s able to keep company with people who don’t share common interests or values. The line “slaughter continue like soccers” may refer to the ongoing violence or danger that surrounds him and his crew. He reflects on the pain of losing a close friend due to violence and expresses his doubts about whether praying to God will make a difference, since God doesn’t always offer promises. The weight of material success, like diamonds and money, feels shallow in the face of these struggles. He also expresses frustration with his environment, including the toxicity around him, like the negative attention and online comments. Despite his success, he feels trapped in a cycle of drama and violence. He wants to be a prophet and bring change, but he needs financial stability (“the profit”) to make that happen.

[Outro: KayCyy]
In the outro, Rocky admits to feeling survivor’s remorse — a feeling of guilt for making it through difficult situations when others didn’t. He acknowledges that he has been through this emotional struggle before, feeling trapped in a cycle of pain. However, he finds comfort in knowing that he’s been blessed with a gift from God, even though he still carries emotional scars. His reference to “wrist slit by sword” suggests he’s faced deep personal pain, but he’s healing and still praying for strength, not just for himself, but for the world around him.