Hard knocks

noun, slang

Hip-hop slang · Rap Dictionary

Definition

Difficulties, pain, and/or struggles.

Examples

1

We grew up with a lot of hard knocks, now we're up!

2

I'm from an era of hard knocks and quiet storms (Shh) Rap songs about crack rocks and firearms" - Joey Bada$$, 327.

3

I came from hard knocks I stack, bring more knots Gang tats and stovetops Act like you know us, you punk bitch" - ScHoolboy Q, 5200.

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