should i laugh and smile when u look at me funny
clutching your purse and pockets like im after your money
or should i revel in the fact that i've got you afraid
and place a smirk on my face while your thoughts are delayed
dont be nervous first you oughta let me explain
that like you i'm a human with a person and a name
so disregard your perceptions cause my name aint thug
and no i dont beat women and i dont sell drugs
im not a basketball player and i dont smoke crack
im not a pimp player hustler g or mack
im not anti-social i dont like loud music
i dont have a lot of kids and im not abusive
i dont hang on the corner drinking forties and gin
with my pants hanging half way down to my shins
i aint never been to prison and dont plan to go
i dont steal cars rob old ladies or liquor stores
so when you see me or someone like me let them explain
cause like you im a human with a purpose and a name
no matter what creed or color sister or brother
its time wqe disregard perceptions and learn to love each other
