Thug Memorials Lyrics – Polo G

Thug Memorials Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
The intro of the song expresses Polo G’s deep emotional turmoil. The repetition of “I wish” reflects his longing and regret, wishing that things were different. The “I wish” emphasizes his desire for comfort and for everything to be okay, setting a tone of sorrow and loss that continues throughout the song.

[Verse 1]
In this verse, Polo G talks about the numbness and shock he felt during the funeral of someone close to him. Growing up in a rough neighborhood, he’s surrounded by drügs, violence, and death. He describes how tough circumstances shaped him into someone hardened by life, turning him into a “savage.” The verse highlights his pain from losing many of his friends at a young age. Despite facing so much hardship, he remains determined to survive and fight back, even if it means dealing with the emotional weight of these losses.

[Chorus]
The chorus reflects Polo G’s wish to reconnect with the people he has lost. He yearns for the comfort of holding them close and expresses a deep spiritual connection with them. The repetitive “I wish” conveys his helplessness and his hope that, despite the pain, everything is okay in the afterlife. His struggle to move on is clear, but he holds onto their memory.

[Verse 2]
In this verse, Polo G reminisces about his past, especially his friendship with Tim-Tim, and how they had big dreams, like graduating together. However, Tim-Tim, along with others, didn’t survive, leaving Polo G to deal with the reality of their deaths. He talks about his hustle to succeed, stacking money, and the high-speed life of chasing both wealth and danger. Despite his success, he feels empty and disconnected, as though the joy he once had is now just a facade. Polo G also reflects on how loyalty among friends in the streets can be broken, and he continues to fight for survival. He acknowledges the harshness of his environment, where death is always a possibility, and he remains determined to honor those who were lost.

[Chorus]
This chorus is similar to the previous one, reinforcing Polo G’s wish to reconnect with his lost loved ones. He holds onto their spirits, hoping that they’re okay wherever they are, while continuing to navigate his own struggle in the present. The emotional weight of the chorus highlights his desire for peace and closure.

[Verse 3]
In this verse, Polo G reflects on his responsibilities as a man who has risen through adversity. He feels the weight of being the protector for his family and friends. His constant battle with the “reaper” (death) shows how he lives life on the edge, always armed and ready. He also mentions using drügs to cope with the pain of losing loved ones. Despite everything, Polo G feels their spirits with him, pushing him to keep going. He’s chasing success, but the loss of feelings and connections to his past life is something he can’t shake. This verse highlights his inner conflict between the world he’s come from and the one he’s trying to build.

[Chorus]
In this final chorus, Polo G continues to express his yearning to hold onto the memory of those who’ve passed. The repetition emphasizes his ongoing grief and his connection to their spirits, while hoping that wherever they are, they’re at peace. It’s a raw display of emotional pain and longing.

[Outro]
In the outro, Polo G repeats the “I wish” phrases to convey his deep sorrow and desire to make it out of his tough environment. He wishes he could see his lost loved ones again and hopes that if he succeeds in life, he’ll be reunited with them someday. This final repetition underscores his wish for healing and peace, while still dealing with the harshness of life.