The song "There You Go" by Beres Hammond tells the story of a younger brother who is not living up to his potential, while the narrator is trying to motivate and guide him towards a better life. The lyrics portray the narrator observing his little brother's lack of ambition and drive. The brother spends his mornings in bed, doing overtime and thinking he's doing fine. Meanwhile, the narrator is out hustling and bustling in town, implying that even the little brother is not making much effort compared to him. The narrator expresses disappointment in the brother's lack of productivity and growth. The brother's mind is always on "go slow," meaning he is not taking any action or making progress in life. The narrator emphasizes that while the brother remains stagnant, the opportunities and possibilities for success are passing him by, symbolized by the grass getting greener. The lyrics highlight the brother's laziness and lack of initiative. He consistently oversleeps, making the narrator believe that he just woke up at one o'clock in the afternoon. Additionally, the brother hangs out on his corner, not actively seeking improvement or success. The narrator feels pressured by the brother's lack of progress, as if his open palm is constantly demanding something from the narrator. Throughout the song, the narrator tries to push the brother to change. The repeated phrase "There you go, not a single seed you sow" signifies the brother's failure to plant the seeds of effort and hard work to reap rewards. Instead, he remains idle and unproductive. The narrator expresses frustration and asks the brother, "What do you know?" emphasizing that the brother's mindset is stuck in a state of complacency while others are making progress. The lyrics conclude with the narrator expressing disappointment in the brother's lack of growth. The narrator exclaims, "Oh God, look at you, there you go," denoting the disappointment and disbelief in witnessing the brother's continuous lack of ambition. The grass is still greener, indicating that the opportunities for success are always present, but the brother fails to seize them. Overall, "There You Go" serves as a plea from the narrator to the younger brother, urging him to break free from a passive mindset and strive for a better life. It emphasizes the importance of taking initiative, working hard, and seizing opportunities for personal growth and success.
