He touches on the dangers of the lifestyle, mentioning "Jakes" (police), court cases, and the struggle of being "innocent 'til proven guilty".
"Street Dreams" is a definitive 1996 single by Nas from his second album, It Was Written . The track is famous for its interpolation of the Eurythmics' "Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)" and explores the gritty realities and materialistic aspirations of life in Queensbridge, New York .
Nas describes a desire to move beyond the street game, dreaming of purchasing clubs and starting a real estate business to legitimize his "cream" (cash). Nas - Street Dreams
You can find the full lyrics on Genius or listen to the official track on YouTube . Street Dreams
Some versions include a third verse that further details his transition from the block to the top of the rap game. He touches on the dangers of the lifestyle,
Features R. Kelly and uses a sample of "Choosey Lover" by The Isley Brothers.
The song illustrates the "drug dealer's destiny" and the relentless pursuit of wealth as a means of escape. Nas describes a desire to move beyond the
"Street dreams are made of theseNiggas push Bimmers and 300 E'sA drug dealer's destiny is reachin' a keyEverybody's lookin' for somethin'Street dreams are made of theseShorties on they knees for niggas with big cheeseWho am I to disagree?Everybody's lookin' for somethin'"