Now he in a box with the same chain and watch
That never came off him
It's a shame what it cost him

from The Roots (Ft. Mercedes Martinez) – Lost Desire Lyrics on Rap Genius

He was killed because he refused to give up his chain and watch when robbed. The chain and watch cost a lot of money, making them attractive targets for robbery, but the cost was small compared to his life.

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