The song "Cruzin Down 7 Mile" by Esham is a rap track that portrays a narrative centered around Esham's experiences and encounters while driving down 7 Mile Road in Detroit, Michigan. The lyrics describe Esham's daily activities and interactions with people he encounters along the way. In the first verse, Esham wakes up in the morning to find that his alarm clock did not work, so he gets ready and takes a sip of some alcoholic beverage called "urchin jerkin'." He then heads outside and sees a group of people, including his friend Geegee, discussing some women. Esham decides to ignore them and continues on his way to meet another friend named TNT. They both get in the car and begin cruising down 7 Mile Road. As they drive, people on the street notice Esham and his crew and admire their style and demeanor. Esham mentions that he is prepared for any potential danger by having a bulletproof vest and a gun in the car. However, he also states that he won't engage in any conflicts unless someone starts trouble with him. The chorus reinforces Esham's confidence and his disregard for anyone disrespecting him or talking negatively about him. The repetition of the phrases "Suck my dick" and "Bitch on a gank move" conveys his defiance and assertiveness. In the second verse, Esham emphasizes the attractiveness of the west side of Detroit, where he encounters various women. He mentions proudly not conforming to gang culture or drug dealing, but rather focuses on women, money, and hanging out on the streets. He expresses his disdain for rival musicians by stating that his music is superior and dominates the stereo. As Esham continues driving, he picks up a woman's phone number, implying that he knows how to charm women. He plans to call her later but prioritizes his own activities. This section reinforces the confidence and bravado displayed throughout the song. In the third verse, Esham continues driving and encounters some people on the east side who recognize him and refer to him by name. Distracted by their comments, he accidentally hits a crackhead who dies from the impact. Esham rationalizes it by explaining that the victim was a crackhead and that he did him a favor. He then decides to keep driving without stopping and lets the incident go. The final chorus repeats the previous lines to further assert Esham's confidence and skill as a rapper. The outro features Esham claiming that he is the person that others aspire to be. Overall, "Cruzin Down 7 Mile" showcases Esham's experiences, attitude, and lifestyle as he drives along 7 Mile Road, a significant street in Detroit. The song presents an image of Esham as a confident and unconventional figure who navigates the streets of his city on his own terms.
