Beyond its lyrical depth, "LIFE" has resonated massively with listeners, garnering over . It serves as a gateway to CARE FOR ME , an album that many consider a "candidate for Album of the Year" upon its release for its raw honesty. Through this song, Saba transformed his private mourning into a public monument for those he lost, ensuring that names like John Walt are never forgotten in the landscape of Chicago hip-hop.
The heart of "LIFE" beats with the memory of Saba’s cousin and fellow Pivot Gang member, , who was tragically killed in February 2017. In the lyrics, Saba painfully recounts seeing "Walter's body cold" and the survivor's guilt that follows, wishing he could "switch it with mine". Saba - LIFE (Official Audio)
"That's Life": Deciphering the Grief and Resilience in Saba’s "LIFE" Beyond its lyrical depth, "LIFE" has resonated massively
: Only a year after his release, his uncle passed away in his sleep. The heart of "LIFE" beats with the memory