Lyrics
Baby what's happening I knew had to get you when I caught you in traffic
Capturing attention, expressing interest; observed someone while driving.
Baby what's happening you entertaining lames I just couldnt imagine
Questioning involvement with uninteresting people; couldn't imagine being with them.
Baby what's happening I couldn't let you pass with all that in ya wagon
Not letting someone with baggage pass by; addressing the contents in their car.
Baby what's happening baby what's happening
Repetition for emphasis on the inquiry about the current situation.
Baby what's happening I know you heard thru the grapevine I be macking
Awareness of rumors about being smooth and attractive to others.
Baby stop acting I know you got a man and I heard he be slacking
Acknowledging the person's relationship but suggesting dissatisfaction with their partner's performance.
You want different gotta move different
Advocating for a different approach to life to achieve different results.
I stay away from muthafuckas that be acting ignorant
Avoiding people who behave ignorantly or foolishly.
Internet got these niggas out here living fiction
Criticizing the portrayal of false personas on the internet.
Collecting art for the crib that's my new addiction
Indicating a new interest in collecting art for personal enjoyment.
Living everyday tomorrow ain't promised
Emphasizing the uncertainty of the future; value of living in the present.
I wake up every morning to a Pocahontas
Referencing waking up to a significant other with a Pocahontas comparison.
The brake calipers on the Stang match her nail polish
Describing attention to detail, such as matching brake calipers to nail polish.
I don't drink Hennessy these drinks Scottish
Expressing a preference for Scotch drinks over Hennessy.
Bobs Liquor Store I don't do Supreme
Rejecting the trend of Supreme clothing; preferring alternatives.
Old heads tell me nephew you riding clean
Advice from older individuals to maintain a clean image.
Shit I been hearing that since I was sixteen
Reflecting on consistent advice received since the age of sixteen.
Took her to the drive in she ain't watch the screen
Recalling a past experience at a drive-in movie where the partner didn't watch the screen.
Baby what's happening I knew had to get you when I caught you in traffic
Repetition of the initial inquiry, reinforcing its significance.
Baby what's happening you entertaining lames I just couldnt imagine
Reiterating the disbelief in entertaining uninteresting individuals.
Baby what's happening I couldn't let you pass with all that in ya wagon
Insisting on addressing issues and not letting them be ignored.
Baby what's happening baby what's happening
Repetition for emphasis on the ongoing situation.
I had this chick that was ghetto
Recalling a past relationship with a woman from a ghetto background.
She used to have me out of bounds pulling up to Spring Meadows
Describing unconventional outings to Spring Meadows with the mentioned woman.
Niggas never trip cause I kept it cool and mellow
Highlighting the lack of conflict with others due to a calm and composed demeanor.
Quick to tell a bitch to tell her mom I said hello
Quickly dismissing and distancing from any potential issues.
How you doing love you I been thinking of
Greeting and expressing affection; thinking about the person.
My last chick didn't fit like OJ's glove
Comparing the fit of the last partner to OJ's infamous glove, suggesting a perfect match.
I sip champagne and play the O'Jays love
Indulging in luxury experiences like sipping champagne and enjoying classic music.
One place you'll never find me is up in the club
Avoiding the club scene; not interested in that environment.
Smooth like Idea on the eight oh eights
Describing a smooth and easy-going demeanor, drawing a parallel to audio equipment (eight-oh-eights).
I talk that playa shit for the P's to relate
Speaking in a relatable manner for those in pursuit of financial success (P's).
I be cruising to the hood just to get a plate
Visiting the neighborhood for authentic food and experiences.
Last night spent sixty on a New York steak
Indulging in expensive tastes, such as a high-quality steak.
To my niggas in the city it's more to life
Offering advice to fellow city dwellers about the broader aspects of life.
Get yo paper take trips keep yo family right
Encouraging financial success, travel, and maintaining family relationships.
Read books eat fruit keep yo game tight
Promoting personal growth through reading, healthy eating, and self-discipline.
Count yo blessings pray to God every night
Encouraging gratitude and spiritual connection through regular prayer.
Baby what's happening I knew had to get you when I caught you in traffic
Reiteration of the initial interest and intent, emphasizing the moment of connection.
Baby what's happening you entertaining lames I just couldnt imagine
Reiterating the disbelief in entertaining uninteresting individuals.
Baby what's happening I couldn't let you pass with all that in ya wagon
Insisting on addressing issues and not letting them be ignored.
Baby what's happening baby what's happening
Repetition for emphasis on the ongoing situation.
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