Lyrics
These dumb niggas be tappin' in at like over twenty-five and shit
Expresses frustration at individuals who involve themselves in criminal activities past the age of 25.
The whole point is to get this money and leave the game, man
Emphasizes the aim of making money and leaving behind the lifestyle of crime.
Stupid ass niggas, fam
Expresses disdain for foolish or ignorant people.
Uh
Introduction to the narrator's state of disengagement.
I'm tapped out, I don't know who got stabbed
Unaware of recent violent incidents.
I don't know who got shot, I don't know who got grabbed
Lack of knowledge about specific violent occurrences.
Fam I'm tapped out, I don't know about that life
Disconnection from the street life and its information.
I don't know who's got packs, I don't know what's the price
Unaware of who possesses drugs and their market prices.
Fam I'm tapped out, I don't follow no one
Rejects following others or being influenced.
I don't know 'bout no gossip, I'd rather holla at my mum
Disinterest in gossip, preferring conversations with family.
Fam I'm tapped out, I ain't chillin' on the corners
Does not spend time hanging around street corners.
I'm in the park pushin' on a swing with my daughters
Engages in family activities, prioritizing time with daughters.
They thought 'cause I stopped trappin' that I can't write
Perceived judgment for stopping illegal activities but maintaining writing abilities.
Tell them crabs, "I don't give a fuck what happened last night"
Asserts disregard for others' opinions about past events.
Old niggas reminiscin' cah that's all they can do
Criticism of older individuals living in the past.
Time flies, my little niggas make sure that ain't you
Advises younger individuals to avoid wasting time and learn from elders' mistakes.
He's scared to get a job but he might as well
Encouragement for someone hesitant to seek legal employment.
Ain't cool bein' thirty suttin doin' time in jail
Warning against a life of crime that leads to imprisonment at an older age.
Nowadays I'd be in the type of party where you ain't gotta watch your back
Describes attending safer and enjoyable gatherings without fear.
And you know I still got my strap cocked in new yards, I ain't buyin' chains
Not investing in expensive accessories, prioritizing practicality.
Woulda slapped a couple A&R's up but I'm tryna change
Expresses a desire for personal growth, avoiding violent reactions.
I ain't on the strip, I'm usually in the studio rappin'
Focuses on creative pursuits like music and film.
Or directin' a movie or actin'
Engages in music-related or cinematic activities.
Locked in the booth, copped a new whip
Acquisition of a new car.
Dropped off the roof plus I'm doin' workshops for the youth
Participation in workshops for youth empowerment.
Uh, every time I saw feds it made me panic
Reflects on past fear of law enforcement contrasted with current eco-consciousness.
Now I don't even litter, I'm team save the planet
Transition from fear of authorities to a concern for the environment.
Too old to be runnin' from the undies
Feeling too old to engage in street-level conflicts.
I ain't tryna run the hood, I gave it to my young G's
Passing on responsibility for the neighborhood to younger generations.
They thought I'd be trappin' on the block forever
People expected continued illegal involvement but shifted to legitimate endeavors.
Zino Records is the new Roc-A-Fella
Describes the evolution of personal brand and success.
Remember when the strip was my office
Recalls when the streets were his workplace.
Ain't no workers round me, I got a clique full of bosses
Surrounding oneself with capable and independent individuals.
Don't call my phone for grub cah I don't flip packs
Refusal to participate in drug dealings.
And if you get robbed I can't get your shit back cah I'm-
Unable to help in case of robbery due to disassociation from illegal activities.
I'm tapped out, I don't know who got stabbed
Repetition of unawareness of recent violent incidents.
I don't know who got shot, I don't know who got grabbed
Repeated lack of knowledge about specific violent occurrences.
Fam I'm tapped out, I don't know about that life
Reiteration of disconnection from street life and its information.
I don't know who's got packs, I don't know what's the price
Reiteration of being unaware of drug possession and prices.
Fam I'm tapped out, I don't follow no one
Rejection of following others' lead.
I don't know 'bout no gossip, I'd rather holla at my mum
Disinterest in gossip, preferring family interactions.
Fam I'm tapped out, I ain't chillin' on the corners
Avoidance of spending time on street corners.
I'm in the park pushin' on a swing with my daughters
Prioritizing family time by engaging in activities with daughters.
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