phonk
Phonk is a sub-genre of rap/hip-hop, not house or any other electronic genr… Read Full Bio ↴Phonk is a sub-genre of rap/hip-hop, not house or any other electronic genre, though it has been gentrified by European electronic/house producers. Phonk is a late 2000s - early 2010s dirty south revival movement with influences from memphis rap, jazz, g-funk, miami bass and chopped and screwed remixing technique. Notable artists that shaped the original phonk sound are DJ Smokey, JGRXXN, Mr. Sisco, SpaceGhostPurrp, DJ Screw and Memphis artists such Tommy Wright lll and Three 6 Mafia. Subgenres of phonk have evolved and the more popular sounds continue to be memphis rap and drift phonk, but with pioneers like ErickD, SwuM, and Varo, phonk is moving back to more of it's melodic "funk" based roots, often referred to as " rare phonk" or " melodic phonk" by names like RyanCelsius and TrillPhonk on YouTube. The most accessible version, as well as the most popular, of true phonk would be $uicideboy$. (though not all of their work is phonk) The rise in popularity in drift phonk has increased drastically recently through TikTok and the car community mainly in 2020, and more recently through Russian users and artists gaining access to Spotify, allowing a large amount of users to leave SoundCloud and enter the Spotify ecosystem. This has lead to the popularization of house music labeled as phonk, which has completely ruined the mainstream audience perception of phonk. The current electronic music being labeled as phonk, made by artists such as Kordhell and MUPP, have nothing to do sonically or culturally with original phonk and really shouldn't be called phonk at all. For a better understanding on how this genre went from jazz influenzed trap beats and southern rap samples, to house music and tiktok edits watch Yokai's video "How Spotify is Killing Phonk" for a basic run-down.
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MILLION DOLLAR BABY
Tommy Richman Lyrics


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Do it, baby, do what I should think
Do it-do it, baby, do what I could think
Do it-do it, baby, do what I should think
Do it-do it, baby, do what I could think
Do it-do it-do it, baby, do what I should think
Do it-do it baby, do what I could think
Do it-do it-do it, baby, do what I should think
Do it-do it baby, do what I could think

I ain't never rep a set, baby (tsk, tsk)
Ain't do no wrong
I could clean up good for you
Oh, I know right from wrong
'Cause I wanna make it, so badly (mm, mm, mm)
I'm a million dollar baby (mm, mm, mm)
Don't at me, yeah, hell nah (yeah, yeah)

You rep my city for so damn long (ah, ah)
But you still don't notice me, my sound next (mhm)
VA next (yeah, yeah), I'm at they neck (yeah, yeah)
I'm runnin' up a check (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
She a bad lil' mama, she a diva (mm)
No matter what happens, he cannot come between us again (mm, mm, mm)
I know we're better than friends (better than friends)
I took her to Queen's Gambit (yeah, yeah), showed around my friends (right now)
Tried to pick some energy up, it don't matter
I know you never moved on if you tried (oh, no)
I don't believe it, baby, I know you lied (oh, no)
All night long, what you mean, "I changed"?
Haven't stayed the same
Had me losin' my mind (ooh, ooh, ooh)
I said, "The city is mine" (ooh, ooh, ooh)

I ain't never rep a set, baby (mm, mm-mm)
Ain't do no wrong
I could clean up good for you (mm, mm-mm)
Oh, I know right from wrong
'Cause I wanna make it, so badly (mm, mm, mm)
I'm a million dollar baby (mm, mm, mm)
Don't at me
I ain't never rep a set, baby (mm, mm-mm)
I ain't do no wrong
I could clean up good for you (mm, mm-mm)
Oh, I know right from wrong
'Cause I wanna make it, so badly (mm, mm, mm)
I'm a million dollar baby (mm, mm, mm)
Don't at me

Hell-hell nah
Yeah, hell-hell nah
Hell-hell nah
Do it-do it, baby, do what I could think
Do it, baby, do what I should think
Do it-do it, baby, do what I could think
Hell-hell nah
Yeah, hell-hell nah
Hell-hell nah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Million Dollar Baby" by Tommy Richman delve into a complex narrative of yearning to prove oneself and seeking recognition in a world that may overlook one's talents. The repeated refrain of "Do it, baby, do what I should think" and "Do it-do it, baby, do what I could think" reflects a sense of urgency and determination to take action and follow through on personal convictions. The repetitive nature of these lines suggests a relentless drive to assert one's own thoughts and desires in the face of external influences or expectations.


The lines "I ain't never rep a set, baby/Ain't do no wrong" highlight a sense of pride and a commitment to integrity. The singer emphasizes their ability to make positive choices and be a responsible individual. The mention of cleaning up for someone and knowing right from wrong conveys a desire to present oneself in the best light and uphold moral standards. The declaration of being a "million dollar baby" further reinforces a sense of self-worth and potential for greatness, despite any challenges or doubts.


The lyrics also touch upon themes of frustration and longing for recognition, especially in the context of the music industry. References to representing a city and striving for acknowledgment underscore the artist's ambition and determination to break through and leave a mark on the industry. The lines about not being noticed or appreciated despite efforts to shine a spotlight on one's talents reflect the struggle for validation and acceptance in a competitive and often cutthroat environment.


Overall, the song conveys a sense of self-assurance and resilience in the face of obstacles and setbacks. The repeated assertions of identity and worth, coupled with a refusal to be underestimated or ignored, speak to a strong sense of self-belief and determination to succeed. The lyrics exude a defiant energy and a refusal to back down, encapsulating the spirit of striving for greatness and proving oneself in a world that may not always see one's true potential.


Line by Line Meaning

Do it, baby, do what I should think
Encouraging someone to follow their own thoughts and instincts


I ain't never rep a set, baby (tsk, tsk)
I have never misrepresented myself, baby (disappointed noise)


Oh, I know right from wrong
I am aware of the difference between right and wrong


I wanna make it, so badly
I have a strong desire to succeed


I'm a million dollar baby
I see myself as valuable and successful


Don't at me, yeah, hell nah
Do not provoke me, absolutely not


You rep my city for so damn long
You have represented our city for a long time


But you still don't notice me, my sound next
Despite this, you have not recognized my potential


I'm runnin' up a check
I am increasing my financial gains


No matter what happens, he cannot come between us again
Regardless of any obstacles, he cannot cause a rift between us once more


All night long, what you mean, "I changed"?
Throughout the night, why do you say that I have changed?


Had me losin' my mind
Caused me to feel overwhelmed and perplexed


I said, "The city is mine"
Asserted that the city belongs to me


Hell-hell nah
Absolutely no way




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Kavian Salehi, Maxwell Vossberg, Thomas Richman, Emmanuel Arah, Jonah Roy, Terrance David, Gideon Endalkachew

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Comments from YouTube:

@bluerainplaylist

I feel like I’m listening to this in a 2008 Honda civic. Tommy carrying best summer song of 2024 👑🔥

@Onyxblaq

Don’t think it don’t say it don’t think it don’t say it don’t think it don’t say it

@Danimal6100

I’m in a 2005 Honda accord watching this for the first time holy shit!!

@giahoanhl5700

@@Danimal6100 im in my 2023 Honda accord watching this for the 2nd time holy cow.!!!!

@andrewmichaelschaefferXIV

In my '91 Park Avenue with 150,000 miles on it in '06

@BIG-WhoShotYa

im cruisin in that 91 buick regal custom to this rn lol

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@gruk__

The 90s style of the video alongside the music hits hard

@agakane4421

@@hopeseal2903 He's talkin abt the quality style of the video

@emilflarsen2

It sounds older than 2024 for sure, i definitely get the OP's comment.

@OmarAlmuhaya.

@@hopeseal2903reading is hard huh

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