Forever Begins Common

[Produced by Kanye West]

[Verse 1: Common]
Victory won in a world of Hennessy and guns
Too young for the marches, but I remember these drums
The stark reality of wars and battles
We fought for ours, caught in ghetto tragedy
I talk to my aunt named Mattie Lee
And recognize the importance of family
Hand me a joint, good music, and room to breathe
Those that doubt Com' will soon believe
Can't judge the weave, my lady had one
I'm more like a fool for soul and passion
The price of gas rises, street life is pumpin' fast, lives is
I watched "Crash" and realize that we all survivors
No religion or race could ever describe us
My guys do dirt, do dirt, but never really talk about it
Forever begins just because I thought about it

[Chorus: Bilal]
Living once again (Hey)
Living, then you're gone (Then you're gone)
Living, then you're gone (Then you're gone)
Living and then you're gone (Then you're gone)
Living, then you're gone (Then you're gone)