Golden's first music video, "Trappers Anthem", was released in 2017. In January 2019, he released the single "Valentino", which received over 100 million plays on Spotify. He received his first record deal through producer D. A. Doman. 24kGoldn got his big break through his 2019 "high-energy" single "Valentino". However, the rapper said in 2020 that "those ['Valentino'] were recorded over a year ago and don't exactly reflect the person I have become since then". Golden released his debut EP Dropped Outta College in November 2019, and he signed a record deal with Records, LLC and Columbia Records. In 2020, Golden gained further attention with single "City of Angels", which was officially released to US alternative radio on March 31, 2020; followed up in May 2020 with an official remix of the song by English singer-songwriter Yungblud. On May 20, 24kGoldn was featured on the remix of Olivia O'Brien's single "Josslyn".
On August 11, 2020, he was included on XXL's 2020 Freshman Class, placing in the 10th position after receiving the most fan votes. That same month, Golden's July 2020 single "Mood" featuring Iann Dior hit the charts due to its success on TikTok. It went on to peak at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
24kGoldn's music ranges from a variety of genres, motivated by his need to "never want[ing] to be constricted by one genre". Regarding his style, he stated: "depending on what song you listen to, my music can be described different ways". He attributes his "maturity and development" to rapper Paypa Boy, who initially got him into recording music.
24kGoldn grew up in San Francisco, California and attended Lowell High School, a selective public school. As a child, 24kGoldn acted in commercials. Golden sang in the choir in middle school and high school, and, with that, the importance of music in his life grew with his "own growth". Before he realised he could do music professionally, he planned on becoming a hedge fund manager. Golden attended the University of Southern California where he joined the Beta-Sigma Chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity, as a Spring 2019 initiate. He initially took a leave of absence from school to pursue his rap career. Golden stated that he was not anticipating "that things were going to happen so fast when I came to USC", and did not think he would finish University, but he wanted to round off the school year to further develop the relationships he made, stating his love for being on campus, and that being a student kept him "grounded".
Outta Pocket
24kgoldn Lyrics
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I know, you know
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new?
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new?
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do (bands do)
Lookin' for trouble, I'm comin' with double
Bussin' these bottles and then I'm burstin' your bubble (ooh)
Doin' whatever I want, whenever I want to (to)
Paper beside me, I'm always ready to rumble
Oh-oh, fucking 'round, actin' like a foe
Bangin' on my door (on my door), oh-oh, oh (knock, knock)
I seen you last week (yeah)
You tried to pass me, you ain't no athlete
Doin' what I wanna do (wanna do)
Makes me comfortable (comfortable)
I'ma count these hunnids blue (racks)
With no regards to you
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new? (Brand new)
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do (do)
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new?
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do (bands do)
Ooh
I been tryna keep my cool (cool)
Late nights posted in the stu' (stu')
Money-makin' moves (moves)
Don't know what to choose (choose)
Don't know what to do (do)
Don't know what to do (ooh)
You don't really want me, you just wanna boast (boast)
You just wanna be in all my videos (videos)
No, think you gotta go (go)
Actin' like a model never walked before (before)
So fuck your love
Never seen a young nigga win, well I could
Now you wanna fuck, girl, but what's good?
Know you think that
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new?
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new?
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do (bands do)
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
The song “Outta Pocket” by 24kgoldn is all about the artist expressing his unapologetic behavior and the things he does in order to “secure the bag”. He admits that he is “out of pocket”, meaning behavior that is not considered normal or allowed, and he is acting rude. He then suggests in the next line that he should chill and check his attitude, but he can’t help being who he is because it’s all to do with his quest for money. He is telling the girl he is addressing that he is not changing his ways of trying to make money because she feels he’s “way out of line”.
With a catchy beat and repetitive chorus, 24kgoldn sings about his love for living life his way, with no apologies. He states that he is always “lookin' for trouble”, and he is “doin' whatever I want, whenever I want to”. He doesn’t care about anything else except making money while having fun.
The chorus of the song repeats “I be out of pocket, I be actin’ rude, think I gotta chill, check my attitude, why you go and start actin' brand new? Baby girl, you know that’s what them bands do.” It shows how much he loves his lifestyle and will not apologize for his behavior. He is entirely confident and unafraid of the consequences that come with his manner, and in his opinion, he believes it is what is necessary to succeed.
Line by Line Meaning
Mmm
I know, you know
Acknowledging the mutual understanding between him and the person he’s addressing in the song.
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new?
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do
24kgoldn admits to his behavior and knows it’s wrong, but his success and newfound wealth changing his behavior is something that’s common.
Lookin' for trouble, I'm comin' with double
Bussin' these bottles and then I'm burstin' your bubble (ooh)
Doin' whatever I want, whenever I want to (to)
Paper beside me, I'm always ready to rumble
24kgoldn asserts his dominance and readiness to fight anyone who crosses him, with his wealth and privileges keeping him insulated from consequences.
Oh-oh, fucking 'round, actin' like a foe
Bangin' on my door (on my door), oh-oh, oh (knock, knock)
I seen you last week (yeah)
You tried to pass me, you ain't no athlete
The rapper isn't afraid to call out someone for being fake, and a recent interaction has made it clear that the person he’s addressing isn't like him and can’t match his energy.
Doin' what I wanna do (wanna do)
Makes me comfortable (comfortable)
I'ma count these hunnids blue (racks)
With no regards to you
24kgoldn is happy to do whatever he wants and seeks comfort in counting money, but he doesn’t care about people's opinions or feelings.
I been tryna keep my cool (cool)
Late nights posted in the stu' (stu')
Money-makin' moves (moves)
Don't know what to choose (choose)
Don't know what to do (do)
Don't know what to do (ooh)
Despite his bad boy image, he’s also trying to stay level-headed and focus on his music career, but with all his options he feels uncertain about what to do next.
You don't really want me, you just wanna boast (boast)
You just wanna be in all my videos (videos)
No, think you gotta go (go)
Actin' like a model never walked before (before)
So fuck your love
Never seen a young nigga win, well, I could
Now you wanna fuck, girl, but what's good?
Know you think that
The person he’s addressing is trying to use him for their own gain by appearing in his videos or to show off, but he doesn't need their love or attention now that he’s successful. He also points out the person’s sudden attraction to him and challenges their genuine interest.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Blake Slatkin, Golden Landis Von Jones, Nicco Anthony Catalano, Nick Mira, Omer Fedi
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Mmm
I know, you know
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new?
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new?
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do (bands do)
Lookin' for trouble, I'm comin' with double
Bussin' these bottles and then I'm burstin' your bubble (ooh)
Doin' whatever I want, whenever I want to (to)
Paper beside me, I'm always ready to rumble
Oh-oh, fucking 'round, actin' like a foe
Bangin' on my door (on my door), oh-oh, oh (knock, knock)
I seen you last week (yeah)
You tried to pass me, you ain't no athlete
Doin' what I wanna do (wanna do)
Makes me comfortable (comfortable)
I'ma count these hunnids blue (racks)
With no regards to you
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new? (Brand new)
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do (do)
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new?
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do (bands do)
Ooh
I been tryna keep my cool (cool)
Late nights posted in the stu' (stu')
Money-makin' moves (moves)
Don't know what to choose (choose)
Don't know what to do (do)
Don't know what to do (ooh)
You don't really want me, you just wanna boast (boast)
You just wanna be in all my videos (videos)
No, think you gotta go (go)
Actin' like a model never walked before (before)
So fuck your love
Never seen a young nigga win, well I could
Now you wanna fuck, girl, but what's good?
Know you think that
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new?
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new?
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do (bands do)
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
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lyrics~
Mmm
I know, you know
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new?
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new?
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do (bands do)
Lookin' for trouble, I'm comin' with double
Bussin' these bottles and then I'm burstin' your bubble (ooh)
Doin' whatever I want, whenever I want to (to)
Paper beside me, I'm always ready to rumble
Oh-oh, fucking 'round, actin' like a foe
Bangin' on my door (on my door), oh-oh, oh (knock, knock)
I seen you last week (yeah)
You tried to pass me, you ain't no athlete
Doin' what I wanna do (wanna do)
Makes me comfortable (comfortable)
I'ma count these hunnids blue (racks)
With no regards to you
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new? (Brand new)
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do (do)
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new?
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do (bands do)
Ooh
I been tryna keep my cool (cool)
Late nights posted in the stu' (stu')
Money-makin' moves (moves)
Don't know what to choose (choose)
Don't know what to do (do)
Don't know what to do (ooh)
You don't really want me, you just wanna boast (boast)
You just wanna be in all my videos (videos)
No, think you gotta go (go)
Actin' like a model never walked before (before)
So fuck your love
Never seen a young nigga win, well I could
Now you wanna fuck, girl, but what's good?
Know you think that
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new?
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do
I be out of pocket, I be actin' rude
Think I gotta chill, check my attitude
Why you go and start actin' brand new?
Baby girl, you know that's what them bands do (bands do)
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
Pip
2k did something right putting this song in the game 🔥
Kevin
Right bro they put me on this, song is fire
Shawn
I remember 2k20 he had "games on your phone" that was lit too
ManikMadeMusic
No doubt
Ben Simmons
Fax I was like this song was lowkey hitting
datboieli5
FRRRRR
Rollie MJR
His whole album is addicting af 🔥 extremely talented & underrated 💯
GajeMc3wan
He has over 30 mil listeners on spotify he not under rated 😂
ILLUSI_O_N
@GajeMc3wan it's mostly because of one song "mood", he keeps getting hate
RJ Fitness
facts