"Cowards & Soldiers" by Gucci Mane is a song that showcases Gucci Mane's boastful and aggressive style. The lyrics primarily focus on themes of street life, violence, and the rapper's success in the drug trade. In the first verse, Gucci Mane compares his "trap house" (a location where drugs are sold) to Morehouse College, a historically black college. He asserts his dominance by stating that he has people surrounding his trap house, while implying that his rivals' trap houses are like "whore houses" and are less successful. Gucci Mane uses wordplay and references to different colleges to emphasize his street credibility. He also boasts about his goons (associates) being ready for anything, contrasting them with his rivals who he sees as weak. The chorus or hook emphasizes the distinction between "cowards" and "soldiers." Gucci Mane suggests that those who are scared or lack courage will die alone, while those who are brave and united as a team will die together. In the second verse, Gucci Mane discusses his involvement with illegal activities, boasting about his drug dealing and claiming that his cocaine is "whiter than Taylor Swift." He also flaunts his expensive lifestyle, mentioning his expensive clothing and jewelry. Gucci Mane's aggressive and confrontational nature is further highlighted as he discusses his rivals and how they pale in comparison to him. The third verse continues the theme of Gucci Mane's lavish lifestyle, mentioning his expensive car, jewelry, and interactions with strippers. He asserts that his pearls of wisdom are more valuable than what other rappers offer. Gucci Mane also touches on the idea that his success is due to his street credibility and being involved in the drug trade. He suggests that other rappers are not genuine or deep enough to compete with him. Overall, "Cowards & Soldiers" is a song that exudes Gucci Mane's arrogance, confidence, and his braggadocious approach to rap. The lyrics focus on his success in the drug trade, aggression towards rivals, and lavish lifestyle.
