Holding it down for himself, his two sons and his career, Deniro Farrar has a lot on his shoulders. Instead of lashing out, Farrar turns to the beat and lays down dark, introspective lyrics over a brooding beat from Sad Boys member Yung Gud. "This track describes how heavy life feels at time," the Charlotte, NC rapper told Billboard. "'World on My Shoulders' is a song I wrote for my two sons to make them aware of the dangers of the world and remind them to protect themselves at all times, no matter what, and just sharing my truths with the world."

"World on My Shoulders" is the first cut from his upcoming mixtape, Cliff of Death 2 (COD2). COD2 will drop on May 15.

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