Lyrics
And I said, "Well, now, you did the right thin', you know?
Acknowledging someone for making the right decision.
Al (Al)
Reference to Alchemist (Al), possibly a collaborator or producer.
Uh, made a slice of red velvet cake
Mention of making a red velvet cake, symbolic of indulgence or pleasure.
Fix your heartache along with this Jodeci tape
Using a Jodeci tape to mend emotional pain.
Let it play in my Z/28
Listening to Jodeci tape in a Z/28, a car model, blending luxury with simplicity.
I'm down to earth yet outer space
Describing a balanced personality—down-to-earth yet open to outer space experiences.
Sense of humor but about my business, I don't play (I don't play)
Emphasizing a serious approach to business with a strong sense of humor.
I know what I'm doin', knee deep in the funk, baby
Confident in one's actions, even when deeply involved in challenging situations.
My outfit ruined, she in my dressin' room steamin' me a new one
Narrating a scenario where a person is upset, and someone is making amends in a dressing room.
Lookin' like money, tryna make so much of it
Striving to appear wealthy and successful.
They send a check with that sweater to make sure I wear it in public
Receiving perks like clothing as part of the rap industry.
I woulda bought it for myself because I dug it but fuck it
Expressing a nonchalant attitude towards receiving gifts, suggesting financial stability.
Some of the perks from this rap hustlin'
Highlighting advantages gained from a career in rap.
She arguin' with her husband then she text to see if I was doin' somethin'
Describing a woman in a complicated relationship who contacts the speaker discreetly.
Secret rendezvous, you know how we do
Referencing secret meetings and a shared understanding between the speaker and the woman.
Hush hush and time freeze when she with a G
Describing a discreet and timeless atmosphere when the woman is with the speaker.
She don't wan' rush it (she don't wan' rush it)
Highlighting the woman's desire not to rush the relationship.
She can never have me but she still love it
Acknowledging the woman's attraction despite knowing she can't have a serious relationship with the speaker.
In the studio, the composition under construction
Describing the creative process in the studio, emphasizing the tangible nature of music.
The audio journey, if you listen you can see it and touch it
Stressing the sensory experience of music—something to be heard, seen, and felt.
My sweats was a grand, you can't see the brand
Noticing the brand of sweats, possibly implying attention to detail in personal style.
Plastered all over the muhfucka so you don't understand
Expressing frustration at others' inability to understand the speaker's fashion choices.
I'm fresh for real, check the date and the seal
Proudly asserting that the speaker is genuinely fashionable, referencing the date and seal.
This is the deal, this is real in the field
Emphasizing the authenticity of the speaker's lifestyle in the field.
Some get rich, some get killed (some get killed)
Highlighting the risks in the field, with some succeeding and others facing dire consequences.
Some dreams get shattered, some dreams get lived out to fullest
Contrasting shattered dreams with those that are fully realized in the challenging environment.
Like this nigga here (nigga here), became a millionaire
Pointing out a successful individual who became a millionaire by staying calm and composed.
Just from bein' chill
Reiterating the theme of success through a laid-back attitude.
Al
Repeating the reference to Alchemist, perhaps as a musical interlude or transition.
Why the hell do you wanna quit?
Pondering why someone would want to quit when they are financially successful.
You're makin' more goddamn money than you ever made in your life
Highlighting the irony of considering quitting despite achieving financial success.
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