The first line of verse 1 came to me while I was at work. I had the beat playing in my headphones when my manager came over to check my area. He started talking about how fast they want things done and how they expect us to go even faster — and boom: “First off, f** ya expectations.”*

I was also motivated by social media. It’s always the people who don’t do sh*t that have the most to say about those who are actually trying. That’s where the line “some of y’all only good at spectating” came from.

This song is basically me saying: F** you — I’m doing it my way. I don’t care what you think.*

If you feel that, then this song is for you.

Dreams & Nightmares (Prod By INSID3)

Lore is an introspective rapper from Omaha who first picked up the pen at 18 and hasn’t stopped since. With a style rooted in raw emotion and honest storytelling, his music speaks to those navigating life quietly but deeply. Lore’s goal is simple: to create songs that connect — especially with people who’ve lived through the same struggles, doubts, and quiet battles.

Dreams & Nightmares (Prod By INSID3)

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