On the Low
Fading Lights: Evan Barnes Unveils the Shadows in 'On the Low'
Lyrics
Im addicted
Expressing addiction to something.
That aint the issue with it
Acknowledging there is an issue but not specifying it.
she down then a player pull up within 30 minutes
Describing a quick response when someone is interested.
Based down, touchdown, when I’m running with it
Referring to a successful and confident approach.
First down, end zone , when I’m coming in it
Achieving success with a sports metaphor.
Im a young lil prodigy
Identifying as a young and talented individual.
I know my grandpops in the sky but he lookin down on me
Acknowledging a deceased grandparent watching over.
Feel the love when I’m walking in
Feeling positive emotions upon entering a space.
Dapped up, homies blacked out I’m in for the win uh
Describing a confident and prepared state.
For the culture, take dose uh, ballin up ill put you on a poster
Embracing one's cultural identity, excelling, and being proud.
got the sauce yuh
Claiming to possess a special quality or charisma.
Take a loss yuh
Accepting setbacks but maintaining confidence.
Flip a coin and ill always win the toss yuh
Expressing luck and success in decision-making.
Ima king, got the throne, Ima win regardless
Asserting dominance and success regardless of circumstances.
Never checkin prices see it then I fu*kin copped it
Indicating a willingness to buy things without checking prices.
On the come up, easy going, no one tryna stop it
Portraying a smooth and unhindered progress.
Ima get it, I aint kidding, put that on my mama
Expressing determination to achieve goals.
Put that on my mama
Reiterating a commitment, possibly to a promise.
Ive been getting faded for bout 7 weekends straight
Describing a repetitive pattern of getting intoxicated over weekends.
Diamonds man they glisten and they glisten on the face
Highlighting the shine and attractiveness of diamonds.
Oh oh oh, keep it on the low
Emphasizing the need to keep certain activities discreet.
Ive been getting faded for bout 7 weekends straight
Repeating the theme of getting intoxicated over weekends.
Diamonds man they glisten and they glisten on the face
Reiterating the attractiveness of diamonds.
Oh oh oh, keep it on the low
Reemphasizing the importance of secrecy.
Ima pull up with that dog shit
Announcing an intention to arrive with a specific attitude or demeanor.
12 rollin up but we wasn’t even doin’ shit
Describing encountering law enforcement without any wrongdoing.
Put the weed between the cushion
Stashing marijuana between cushions.
Window rollin down saying how the fuck you doin sir
Engaging in casual conversation with authorities.
Ima motherf*ckin savage
Asserting a tough and rebellious personality.
Pull up with the clique man we above the average
Claiming to be above average in the company of friends.
I don’t shoot unless its drastic
Stating a reluctance to use force unless absolutely necessary.
Take the evil measures know ill end up in a casket
Recognizing potential consequences of engaging in risky behavior.
I've been getting faded for bout 7 weekends straight
Repeating the theme of getting intoxicated over weekends.
Diamonds man they glisten and they glisten on the face
Reiterating the allure and shine of diamonds.
Oh oh oh, keep it on the low
Reemphasizing the importance of keeping certain activities discreet.
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