FabvL – CARRY ON Lyrics
[Verse 1]
(Hahahaha)
When they can’t control you
Who do you think that you will become?
The media’s wanted to get a piece of the action
The people beside you just think you’re dumb
How you do it like that? (No way, no way)
Man, it’s gotta be an act (That’s fake)
The matter of fact is that y’all been lacking
While I been stacking these funds all day!
Keep talking the talk
I’ll be walking the walk
I see your fingers are crossed
But I’ve never lost
[Chorus]
Tell me why, why I feel this way?
When I try to break away
Tell me why
I’ll live to see another day
I’m calling on the shadows, come on down
Come take away the pain again
‘Cause I’m not that strong
I’ve gotta see you carry on!
[Verse 2]
Yeah, please, tell me who the fu*k do you think you are?
You’re just a little b!tch, no, you’re not as hard
(‘Cause the people see the same)
Since you don’t know how to skate, get the fu*k up out the rink!
B!tch, move, unless you pussies wanna come around and lose
I’ll beat your fu*king ass and I’ll make it look real cool
I beat the game, tell me what the fu*k to do
Bring the chorus back, b!tch, it’s time to fu*king GROOVE!
[Chorus]
Tell me why, why I feel this way?
When I try to break away
Tell me why
I’ll live to see another day
I’m calling on the shadows, come on down
Come take away the pain again
‘Cause I’m not that strong
I’ve gotta see you carry on!
[Breakdown]
Fame, power, respect
You’re lame, cowards are next (Shadows)
ARISE, ARISE, ARISE!
‘CAUSE NOW, IT’S TIME TO DIE, OH!
ARISE, ARISE, ARISE!
[Chorus]
Tell me why, why I feel this way?
When I try to break away
Tell me why
I’ll live to see another day
I’m calling on the shadows, come on down
Come take away the pain again
‘Cause I’m not that strong
I’ve gotta see you carry on!
“CARRY ON” by FabvL
Song Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | CARRY ON |
| Artist | FabvL |
| Genre | Rap / Alternative Hip‑Hop |
| Language | English (explicit) |
| Release Year | 2024 |
| Length | ~3:00 |
| Mood | Defiant, introspective, cathartic |
| Instrumentation | Heavy drums, distorted guitars/synths, atmospheric textures |
| Producer | FabvL (self‑produced) |
| Primary Themes | Inner struggle, resilience, self‑assertion, catharsis |
Step‑by‑Step Lyric Breakdown & Meaning
[Verse 1]
“When they can’t control you / Who do you think that you will become?”
- Meaning: Questions identity once freed from external control—begins self‑reflection.
“The media’s wanted to get a piece of the action / The people beside you just think you’re dumb”
- Meaning: Feels exploited by media, misunderstood by peers.
“Keep talking the talk / I’ll be walking the walk / I see your fingers are crossed / But I’ve never lost”
- Meaning: Boast of authenticity—actions over words, unwavering confidence.
[Chorus]
“Tell me why, why I feel this way? / When I try to break away”
- Meaning: Internal conflict—yearning to escape pain but struggling emotionally.
“I’m calling on the shadows, come on down / Come take away the pain again”
- Meaning: Summons dark impulses or alter‑ego (“shadows”) to numb or carry him through.
“‘Cause I’m not that strong / I’ve gotta see you carry on!”
- Meaning: Admission of vulnerability and reliance on this shadow‑self for strength.
[Verse 2]
“Yeah, please, tell me who the f*ck do you think you are? / You’re just a little b!tch, no, you’re not as hard”
- Meaning: Confrontation—calling out phonies, asserting dominance.
“Since you don’t know how to skate, get the f*ck up out the rink!”
- Meaning: Metaphor: if you can’t handle the environment, leave.
“I’ll beat your fcking ass and I’ll make it look real cool / I beat the game, tell me what the fck to do”
- Meaning: Confidence in skill, both physically and metaphorically in life’s “game.”
[Breakdown]
“Fame, power, respect / You’re lame, cowards are next (Shadows)”
- Meaning: Lists desired rewards; rejects the cowardly.
“ARISE, ARISE, ARISE! / ‘CAUSE NOW, IT’S TIME TO DIE, OH!”
- Meaning: A battle cry—invokes transformation (shadow self) and readiness to end old self.
Central Themes
| Theme | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Self‑Empowerment | Rejecting external control and asserting one’s own path. |
| Inner Conflict | Struggle between vulnerability and the need for a stronger persona (“shadows”). |
| Authenticity vs. Fake | Calls out inauthentic people/media; values genuine action over empty talk. |
| Catharsis through Dark Imagery | Summoning shadows to bear pain—a metaphor for embracing inner darkness to heal. |
| Resilience | Despite weakness, the speaker finds ways to “carry on” through adversity. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Who or what are the “shadows”?
- A: Likely the speaker’s darker impulses or alter‑ego, invoked to cope with pain and propel action.
Q2: What does “carry on” refer to?
- A: Continuing forward despite emotional struggle, aided by inner resilience or “shadows.”
Q3: Why the violent imagery?
- A: Symbolizes fighting through hardship and rejecting those who doubt or exploit him.
Q4: Is this song autobiographical?
- A: It reads as personal reflection on media scrutiny, interpersonal conflict, and self‑doubt.
Q5: What mood does the production create?
- A: Dark, aggressive, and atmospheric—mirroring the lyrical tension between light and shadow.
Conclusion
“CARRY ON” by FabvL is a raw exploration of identity and resilience. It juxtaposes defiance—calling out phonies and media—with vulnerability, admitting emotional fragility. By summoning his “shadows,” the speaker symbolically harnesses inner darkness to bear pain and persist. The track’s aggressive instrumentation and cathartic lyrics make it a powerful anthem for anyone grappling with external pressures and internal conflict. Ultimately, “CARRY ON” champions authenticity, self‑empowerment, and the relentless pursuit of one’s true path—no matter how dark the journey.
