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Diamonds
Young Thug Lyrics


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All these diamonds in my chains got me dancing 'round this bitch
I'm Martin Luther King, black diamonds on my wrist (run that back, Turbo)
Put Giuseppes on my kids, put Chanel Coco on my bitch
Put that four-four on the switch, then you cock, pop, pop, then dip
I've been in the trenches, the trap, to be specific
I fell in love with my bitches, then sold 'em for some riches
This money be my missus, drive me crazy, I need Ritalin
I told 'em, "I'm so slimy, I'm so shady, I admit it, yeah"

Slatt like to shoot, slatt like to murk
Twenty-one gun salute (baow), drilling, putting in work (yeah)
Cut his tonsils out (woo), I said it'd hurt (ayy)
Keep a new four-four, yeah, let it burst
Pockets Honey Kettle, keep on pedal
Get my own cheddar, all my dogs better
Honeycomb bezel, we make opps jitter
Maison Margielas, cases get settled
Here, clean the cookie off, family, Travis, the Scotts (yeah)
Servin' the bags, I'm cookin' the stove, came in the spot and we servin' with soap
I was just spazzing, finding the flow, I'm with some Crips, down with some Locs
Hand in the pot, I'm with some Bloods, how many slatts? Leave it to us (yeah)
Yeah, countin' racks, smokin' on pot, yeah, I upgraded my thot
Yeah, I upgraded my spots, yeah, thots chickened out
Woo, yeah, the spots upgraded, now them bitches chickened out
Hey, thirty-five burnt hunnids on my pocket watch

All these diamonds in my chains got me dancing 'round this bitch
I'm Martin Luther King, black diamonds on my wrist
Put Giuseppes on my kids, put Chanel Coco on my bitch
Put that four-four on the switch, then you cock, pop, pop, then dip
I've been in the trenches, the trap, to be specific
I fell in love with my bitches, then sold 'em for some riches
This money be my missus, drive me crazy, I need Ritalin
I told 'em, "I'm so slimy, I'm so shady, I admit it, yeah"

Only designer tints (designer tints)
I heard they plottin' on me (I heard they plottin')
These niggas thought it was sweet (sweet)
We had to put 'em to sleep (put 'em to sleep)
Counted two million this week (two million)
Couldn't take my time with the freak (let's go)
She asked for that big Birkin B (B)
Your bitch, she been tellin' the tea (tellin' the tea)
A YSL member (YSL)
Rocking SL denim (slatt, slatt)
Put a few shells in 'em (slatt)
Just a young player nigga (yeah)
She wanna suck this pickle, yeah
Might spend a couple nickels, yeah
They'll never try a nigga (try a nigga)
Shoot it up, Brian Nickels
New girls, Patrick Swayze, shady baby, loco, crazy (loco)
Southside, but not JD, pull up, AMG Mercedes (Mercedes)
CC on my lady (CC), that's Celine, that's not Cha-nay-nay (Cha-nay-nay)
Big dog with no rabies, wake up, everyday a payday (a payday, ooh)

In your city, lookin' for a move incognito
Jeffrey with me, now we gotta run it back, Turbo
She thinkin' villa, I was thinkin' two weeks on a boat (yeah)
Got bunnies with ya, my dogs are jackalopes, hop on, let's go (let's go)
Feelin' like Hugh Hefner (yeah), my hoes came together (yeah)
Not a Gina (yeah), this Martin y Coretta (dream)
At the crib, Coachella ('Chella), Cactis in the cellar (ah)
Creep out like cartelers, Cactus life forever, yeah (slatt)
Diamonds King Kong, how they beatin' on my chest (ah, King Kong)
Uh, the link so long, this shit 'bout to touch my dick (link)
Up to summer strong, and we got another stretch (team)
November come, won't you pop out at the fest? (It's lit)
Feel it on my body, it's a movie, ay, ay (yeah)
It was just one night, it felt like a sci-fi (fi)
We dodgin' the sun, only way we come alive (alive)
We've been on the run
How you do that? How you do that? Yeah (it's lit)

All these diamonds in my chains got me dancing 'round this bitch
Uh, Martin Luther King, black diamonds on my wrist
Put Giuseppes on my kid, put Chanel Coco on my bitch
Put that four-four on the switch, then you cock, cock, pop, then dip
I've been in the trenches, this trap, to be specific
I fell in love with my bitches, then sold 'em for some riches
This money be my missus, drive me crazy, I need Ritalin
I told 'em, "I'm so slimy, I'm so shady, I admit it, yeah"

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Young Thug's "Diamonds" sounds like a celebration of material wealth, with Young Thug boasting about his diamond-encrusted jewelry, putting high-end fashion on his kids and his woman, and carrying a four-four switchblade. The song is also marked by numerous references to his life in the trenches and the trap, where he fell in love with women for their money and sold them to elevate his finances. The chorus of the song features Young Thug likening himself to Martin Luther King, with his black diamond on his wrist serving as a substitute for the activist's proverbial dream.


In the verses, Young Thug is joined by fellow rappers Slime Life Shawty, Yak Gotti, and Gunna. The rappers take turns in describing their life in the trap, with Slime Life Shawty's "Slatt" phrase becoming a recurring motif throughout the song. They also talk about doing dirt, shooting at their enemies, and justifying their violence with the more significant aim of protecting their wealth and status. The song's title, "Diamonds," reflects the rappers' lavish lifestyle, where owning expensive jewelry is the embodiment of success and power.


Line by Line Meaning

All these diamonds in my chains got me dancing 'round this bitch
The value of my material possessions makes me feel confident and happy.


I'm Martin Luther King, black diamonds on my wrist (run that back, Turbo)
I am a powerful and influential figure, represented by the wealth I possess.


Put Giuseppes on my kids, put Chanel Coco on my bitch
I take care of my family and provide them with luxury items.


Put that four-four on the switch, then you cock, pop, pop, then dip
I have a weapon for self-defense and am prepared to use it.


I've been in the trenches, the trap, to be specific
I have experienced difficult and dangerous situations in order to achieve success and wealth.


I fell in love with my bitches, then sold 'em for some riches
I used relationships for financial gain and do not place true value on them.


This money be my missus, drive me crazy, I need Ritalin
My obsession with money is all-consuming and detrimental to my mental health.


I told 'em, "I'm so slimy, I'm so shady, I admit it, yeah"
I am untrustworthy and have no issue admitting it.


Slatt like to shoot, slatt like to murk
My associates enjoy engaging in violent acts.


Twenty-one gun salute (baow), drilling, putting in work (yeah)
We are a powerful group, capable of intimidation and violence.


Cut his tonsils out (woo), I said it'd hurt (ayy)
I am willing to inflict great pain on those who cross me.


Keep a new four-four, yeah, let it burst
I always have a weapon on hand and am ready to use it.


Pockets Honey Kettle, keep on pedal
I have a lot of money and am constantly moving forward, never satisfied with my wealth.


Get my own cheddar, all my dogs better
I am self-sufficient and focused on improving the lives of my associates.


Honeycomb bezel, we make opps jitter
My flashy and expensive watch scares my enemies.


Maison Margielas, cases get settled
I wear high-end designer clothing and am skilled at resolving conflicts.


Here, clean the cookie off, family, Travis, the Scotts (yeah)
Pass me the blunt, we are smoking weed with our friends and family.


Servin' the bags, I'm cookin' the stove, came in the spot and we servin' with soap
We are selling drugs and are prepared to use violence to protect our trade.


I was just spazzing, finding the flow, I'm with some Crips, down with some Locs
I am experimenting with my music and am surrounded by gang members.


Hand in the pot, I'm with some Bloods, how many slatts? Leave it to us (yeah)
I am involved in drug dealing and am protected by my associates.


Yeah, countin' racks, smokin' on pot, yeah, I upgraded my thot
I am counting my money and smoking weed while also upgrading my romantic partner.


Yeah, I upgraded my spots, yeah, thots chickened out
I have improved my material possessions and gained the attention of more attractive women.


Woo, yeah, the spots upgraded, now them bitches chickened out
My newfound wealth has intimidated and scared away my previous love interests.


Hey, thirty-five burnt hunnids on my pocket watch
I have a watch worth a large amount of money.


Only designer tints (designer tints)
I only wear high-end sunglasses.


I heard they plottin' on me (I heard they plottin')
I am aware that people are trying to harm me or take what I have.


These niggas thought it was sweet (sweet)
My enemies believed that I was an easy target.


We had to put 'em to sleep (put 'em to sleep)
We killed our enemies to protect ourselves and our trade.


Counted two million this week (two million)
I have made a large amount of money in a short period of time.


Couldn't take my time with the freak (let's go)
I do not have time to waste on frivolous pursuits.


She asked for that big Birkin B (B)
My romantic partner requested an expensive designer handbag.


Your bitch, she been tellin' the tea (tellin' the tea)
Your significant other is gossiping about me and my associates.


A YSL member (YSL)
I am a member of the Young Thug's record label, YSL Records.


Rocking SL denim (slatt, slatt)
I am wearing designer denim pants and am associated with the gang term 'slatt.'


Put a few shells in 'em (slatt)
I have shot my enemies.


Just a young player nigga (yeah)
I am a young man who is successful and wealthy, and I enjoy the attention this brings.


She wanna suck this pickle, yeah
A woman is interested in engaging in sexual activity with me.


Might spend a couple nickels, yeah
I am willing to spend money on my romantic interests.


They'll never try a nigga (try a nigga)
My enemies are too scared to attempt to harm me.


Shoot it up, Brian Nickels
I am threatening to shoot my enemies.


New girls, Patrick Swayze, shady baby, loco, crazy (loco)
I have multiple romantic interests and some of them exhibit questionable behavior.


Southside, but not JD, pull up, AMG Mercedes (Mercedes)
I am from the Southside of Atlanta, but I do not associate with rapper JD.


CC on my lady (CC), that's Celine, that's not Cha-nay-nay (Cha-nay-nay)
My romantic partner is wearing a designer handbag from Celine, not a fake 'Cha-nay-nay.'


Big dog with no rabies, wake up, everyday a payday (a payday, ooh)
I am a powerful and successful person who earns a lot of money with ease.


In your city, lookin' for a move incognito
I am in a new city and trying to keep a low profile.


Jeffrey with me, now we gotta run it back, Turbo
My friend Jeffrey is with me and we need to record another song with the producer Turbo.


She thinkin' villa, I was thinkin' two weeks on a boat (yeah)
My romantic partner is interested in purchasing a villa, while I am thinking about a vacation on a boat.


Got bunnies with ya, my dogs are jackalopes, hop on, let's go (let's go)
We have attractive women with us, and my associates are ready to move forward with our plans.


Feelin' like Hugh Hefner (yeah), my hoes came together (yeah)
I feel confident and successful, and my romantic interests are pleased to be with me.


Not a Gina (yeah), this Martin y Coretta (dream)
My romantic relationship is not like the fictional couple 'Gina' and 'Martin,' but more like the real life partnership of Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King.


At the crib, Coachella ('Chella), Cactis in the cellar (ah)
I am at home relaxing with my friends and enjoying the beer brand 'Cactis.'


Creep out like cartelers, Cactus life forever, yeah (slatt)
I am sneaking out of my home like a member of a drug cartel, and I am dedicated to my lifestyle and the 'Cactis' brand.


Diamonds King Kong, how they beatin' on my chest (ah, King Kong)
My expensive jewelry is large and impressive, like the fictional giant gorilla 'King Kong.'


Uh, the link so long, this shit 'bout to touch my dick (link)
My diamond necklace is so large that it hangs down to my genital area.


Up to summer strong, and we got another stretch (team)
I am staying strong and focused during the summer, and my associates and I are preparing for another successful period.


November come, won't you pop out at the fest? (It's lit)
I am inviting others to join me at a music festival in November.


Feel it on my body, it's a movie, ay, ay (yeah)
I can feel the excitement and energy of life as if I am in a cinematic experience.


It was just one night, it felt like a sci-fi (fi)
I had a brief romantic encounter that felt surreal and otherworldly.


We dodgin' the sun, only way we come alive (alive)
We are living our lives in a way that is not typical or conventional.


We've been on the run
My associates and I have been actively avoiding conflicts or law enforcement.


How you do that? How you do that? Yeah (it's lit)
I am impressed with the skills or actions of someone else, and I find it exciting.


Uh, Martin Luther King, black diamonds on my wrist
Referencing the powerful and iconic civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., I am equating my wealth and status with his importance.


Put Giuseppes on my kid, put Chanel Coco on my bitch
I am able to provide luxury items for my family and partner due to my wealth and success.


Put that four-four on the switch, then you cock, cock, pop, then dip
I am prepared for any situation and have a weapon ready to defend myself.


I've been in the trenches, this trap, to be specific
I have experienced difficulties and dangerous situations to achieve my current level of success.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Chandler Durham, Jacques Webster, Jeffery Lamar Williams, Sergio Kitchens

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