Discover the story of the song > “When Thugz Cry” – 2Pac

The lyrics are about the struggles and hardship faced by a person who grew up as a "thug". The protagonist talks about his past, where he had to rely on guns and violence to protect himself and his family. He also talks about losing his friends to drugs and violence and how the tough life made it hard for him to trust others. The chorus talks about the loss of young lives due to violence and the need to protect the children and help them grow in a better environment.