The song’s core story is Maino’s personal evolution. After serving a decade in prison for drug-related kidnapping, Maino turned to music as therapy while in solitary confinement.

Beyond the charts, the song became a staple in the sports world. It was adopted as a walk-up song for numerous MLB players and a pre-game anthem for teams like the Auburn Tigers and Virginia Tech Hokies .

Maino describes himself as a "soldier, a rider, a ghetto survivor," moving from "nothing" to "living his dreams".