The song "Pray" by The Game tells a story about two different individuals, with each verse focusing on their struggles and challenges. In the first verse, The Game raps about a girl who has gotten involved in a dangerous lifestyle. She wears revealing clothing and indulges in drugs, which is starting to take a toll on her health. The Game tries to intervene and encourages her to slow down, recognizing her as a special person. He compares his caring nature to Kev, a character with a heart in the television show "The Parkers." The girl is dealing with the stress of her parents' divorce and loves them both but does not want to take sides. Despite her square persona, she starts stripping as a means of making money. The Game supports her and compares their love life to the couple Joseline Hernandez and Stevie J from the reality show "Love & Hip Hop." He questions whether he is wrong for being the best man he can be in her life, taking care of her and her son. The Game wants her to start praying but acknowledges their journey from humble beginnings. The break features JSMN and The Game reflecting on how they are grateful for their blessings, even if people doubted them. They emphasize the importance of praying and extend their love and support to women who are struggling with absent partners. In the second verse, J Cole joins in and refers to a woman from his past. He describes her as a good girl at heart who got married and had a child. Despite being attracted to her, he respects her commitment and does not want to ruin her relationship. He explains that he backed off but received a call from her one year later, expressing how much she misses him and wants to see him when he returns from tour. The situation becomes complicated as she reveals that her husband had her trapped, keeping her at home while he was on the road. Cole offers to pick her up and support her through her difficulties. He mentions other men who have tried to have a physical relationship with her but emphasizes that he is the only one who truly cares for her. They engage in a sexual encounter, and it is revealed that her husband physically abused her when he discovered her infidelity. Cole expresses his anger towards her abusive husband and states that he is willing to seek revenge if the woman desires it. The outro by JMSN emphasizes the importance of gratitude and the power of prayer in their lives. It encourages listeners to pray for their well-being and reveals their hope for support from others.
