School of Hard knocks
noun, phrase, slangHip-hop slang · Rap Dictionary
Definition
Experiences and lessons learned while having a life full of difficulties, pain, and/or struggles.
Examples
“You can learn a lot from the school of hard knocks.”
“Represent the school of hard knocks and Glocks, my Clan is hostile, got mad moss for blocks" - Masta Killa, Wu-Gambinos.”
“I'm from the school of the hard knocks, you must not Let outsiders violate our blocks and my plot" - JAY-Z, Hard Knock Life (Ghetto Anthem).”
“The school of hard knocks, we was the first ones in attendance You walking down the block, he got shot, you are no eye witness" - Kendrick Lamar, The Heart Pt. 2.”
“Add up my outfit, fashion statement This the school of hard knocks; graduation" - 2 Chainz, Bugatti (Remix).”
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