Written/Performed/Recorded/Mixed by: Yours truly 

Lyrics:

We got to break the cycle
Too many mothers are crying
Their kids are dying and thats why
We got to break the cycle
This shit plagues all of us 
So I won't sit idle
We got to break the cycle
One generation to another 
Take cover
We got break the cycle 
Yeah we got to break the cycle

Verse 1:

Last year I saw the death 
Of my mom and dad
I think I'm going through it now 
Though I ain't sad
Cause the world been fucking with me 
As I get older
Times done changed
And rearranged now I'm older 
I got to live my life right now
So ain't no use in running up
Cause I got purpose now
I do music and teach the kids
But every now and then
I got to question how we live
Cause the world is a war zone
And Pac said it best
Everyday living here 
Could put you to the test
I'm really tryna break the cycle
My moms heart was full of hate
I wouldn't lie to you
For a second or minute
If I'm really in it to win it
I got to do it different 
Cause I can't see the same shit
Happen to me
What type of mom
Would hate her own family?
I got break the cycle right now
For my kids sake
We gone do it right here
Right now
I'm breaking all the curses
From my past generations
I can't live like my parents 
Bro I'm sick of waiting
They died pissed off
Bro I can't do it
Wouldn't you know
I'm in the prime of my life
At least so far...

Hook:

We got to break the cycle
Too many mothers are crying
Their kids are dying and thats why
We got to break the cycle
This shit plagues all of us 
So I won't sit idle
We got to break the cycle
One generation to another 
Take cover
We got break the cycle 
Yeah we got to break the cycle

Verse 2:

Last year I saw the death 
Of my mom and dad
I think I'm going through it now
Though I ain't sad
I even carried her casket
Shit was kinda drastic
My bother started joking bout her death
He a bastard
I even had to put her in the ground
Though she couldn't stand me alive 
What goes around comes around
I won't raise my glass
But light up a spliff
Growing up we never knew life
would be like this
Shit is realer than you can imagine
If the cycle ain't success 
I ain't tryna make it happen
This the THREE FIVE talking to you
I'm here to share my story 
Cause it's long overdue
I want nihgaz to know 
Before I debut 
I'm here to evolve
So ya facts they ain't true 
I hope to raise a better generation
2020 Nihgaz still praying 
And we still waiting

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Break The Cycle

IAMThreeFive is an Atlanta-born North Carolina-based hip-hop artist and producer whose music is a modern take on classic Boom Bap. Blending the raw essence of the past with a contemporary edge, his sound reflects his journey as an independent artist navigating the grind of today’s music business.

Making music for over half his life, IAMThreeFive began his artistic journey in high school. As he matured, he dove deeper into the business side, learning to produce, record, and promote his work independently. His relentless drive earned him features on SoundCloud’s official playlists, alongside respected artists like Dave East, Freddie Gibbs, and Saba.

IAMThreeFive’s music embodies motion, energy, and resilience, delivering both party anthems like "Peel It Off" and introspective tracks like "War Within". His work ethic and message are rooted in his personal story—growing up in a broken home and using those struggles as fuel to pursue his dreams. He creates not only for himself but to inspire others to change their circumstances through passion and hard work.

With an eye on the future, IAMThreeFive continues to build his career organically, focusing on networking, live performances, and consistent releases, all while striving for the ultimate goal of turning his music into a full-time career.