Shed tears as we bury niggas close to heart
Who was a friend is now a ghost in the dark, cold hearted bout it

from 2Pac (Ft. Val Young) – To Live & Die in L.A. Lyrics on Rap Genius

Meaning

Premature death is a reality of thug life, and stoicism is the only way to cope

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