Lyrics of Sweeter — Masked Wolf

[Intro]

"Sweeter than the berry, oh, oh
Sweeter than the juice
If it gets any sweeter, it ain't no dog on you"

The intro draws from the common phrase "the blacker the berry, the sweeter the juice," often linked to inner strength and resilience. Here, sweetness could symbolize richness of character or a life that’s intensified by struggles and triumphs. The final line, "it ain't no dog on you," suggests that the intensity or uniqueness can’t be copied or falsely claimed by others.

[Verse 1]

"Identity unknown, you copycat a copycat, so which one is the clone?
Look into the eyes above, but I ain't talking 'bout a drone
My trajectory too high, it's on a path of its own
The will I am ingesting is more than Venus, Serena
A lion mixed with hyenas, my jungle is the arena
Who's laughing last? I son you all, even if it's overcast
Carrying the weight of my world with no shoulder pads"

This verse deals with authenticity and individuality, confronting those who imitate others without originality. The line "identity unknown" criticizes people who lack self-identity and merely mimic others. The mention of "Venus, Serena" represents strength and excellence in their field, hinting that the artist’s drive surpasses even such formidable figures. The final lines emphasize strength and resilience, with "carrying the weight of my world with no shoulder pads" expressing an ability to endure challenges without protection.

[Chorus]

"Keep me
Lord, keep me
Keep me from all evil
Lord, keep me"

The chorus is a simple prayer for protection and guidance. Repeated pleas for divine safeguarding reflect a need for stability amid challenges, expressing humility and reliance on a higher power to resist harmful influences.

[Verse 2]

"Lord have mercy, I'm 'bout to take 'em straight to the cleaners
Never tippy-toe 'round bullshit, we ain't ballerinas
I ain't posting about my last achievement, glorification, I never need it
No 360's, this ain't Macarenas
Doing it fast for the cash for my last folk
Fake pats on the back, you an asshole
Excuse my French, excuse my words
Y'all rappers my appetite like some hourderves"

This verse is about rejecting insincerity and vanity. The artist makes it clear that they're straightforward and not interested in superficial praise. "Never tippy-toe" reinforces their refusal to deal delicately with dishonesty, and "we ain't ballerinas" adds a tone of tough self-assurance. The artist distances themselves from showing off, preferring to focus on supporting loved ones. The wordplay on "hourderves" and "rappers my appetite" suggests competitors are trivial or unsatisfying to them, underlining confidence and hunger for something more substantial.

[Verse 3]

"I ain't tryna take the throne like Leonidas
I'm protected from the only One, even in a crisis
I ain't perfect like holy thou or the Trinity
But with a little buzz, I'm so far ahead like infinity
Or beyond it, but let's be honest, I'm lightyears ahead
I'm laying with the comets around Saturn and its ring
Like Adonis
And when things get rocky and the seas choppy
I just batten down the sails 'cause God got me"

This verse explores humility and divine protection. The artist distances themselves from pursuing fame or dominance, instead relying on a higher power for security and resilience. By referencing Leonidas, Adonis, and cosmic imagery, they place themselves metaphorically "ahead" without arrogance. The final lines reveal calm amidst struggles, attributing resilience to faith and belief that they are protected even in difficult times.

Each verse of the song weaves together themes of authenticity, humility, resilience, and spirituality, creating a layered reflection on navigating challenges with inner strength and divine support.