Discover the story of the song > Lord Knows – 2Pac

The protagonist of the song is feeling hopeless and trapped in a difficult situation. He smokes marijuana to try to numb the pain, but sometimes feels like he wants to die. He feels like people want him dead and he's losing hope. The protagonist also talks about his friends who sell drugs and carry guns and advises them to never look back if they're running from the police. He wonders if God will forgive him for the things he's done and the life he's lived. The song also mentions the violence and death that the protagonist has witnessed in his community, and how it's affected him mentally and emotionally. The protagonist uses drugs, particularly alcohol, to cope with his pain and struggles. Despite everything, he wants to keep living each day like it's his last. Throughout the song, the protagonist acknowledges that only God knows the deepest struggles and pain that he's facing.