Tity Boi AKA 2 Chainz is one half of Playaz Circle along with long time friend Dolla Boy. 2 Chainz played basketball at ASU (Alabama State University) in Montgomery, Alabama. Hailing from the Southside of Atlanta, Playaz Circle came together as a compilation in the late 90’s. They released their debut album, and shortly after that, they were introduced to radio DJ Chris Lova Lova AKA Ludacris through mutual friend Lil' Fate. Unfortunately. shortly after that, 2 Chainz was shot and Dolla was incarcerated. After hearing about their misfortune, Ludacris reached out, offering to sign them. DTP began to form, and 2 Chainz was apart of the label and signed to DTP when Dolla Boy was released.
Throughout his career, Epps received speculation that the name Tity Boi was meant to be derogatory towards women, although he repeatedly denied the accusations,in early 2011 he decided to change his stage name to 2 Chainz as he perceived it to be more "family friendly".
Money in the Way
2 Chainz Lyrics
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Buddah Bless this beat
Psychedelic flow, I'm the dope and the antidote
Fade down the street from the pocket store, what you know?
Goin' back and forth, in and out, movin' lateral
Tools like mechanics, takin' women for collateral
Put her on the saddle with a paddle and an Adderall (Yeah)
Old timer ass nigga, you are unemployed (You)
I'll buy my girl a building with the furniture (Tell 'em)
You still gettin' their hair done, I'm on the tummy tuck (Hah)
Yeah, I'm 2 Chainz, I'm known to double up (Double up)
In the double R with a double cup (Double cup)
Yeah, double parked at the W (W)
I'm from the South Side, go'n and throw it up (Throw it up)
Bein' around lame niggas give me phobia (Damn)
Every verse I do need a coroner (Coroner)
They say I'm heavy handed when I'm pourin' up
'Bove sea level (Yeah), I'm on G level (G)
Long as she naked (She), I don't see nothin' (Alright)
The money in the way, fuck what they got to say
I throw it up, it's fallin' down, it's definitely in the way (Definitely)
More than three niggas (Three), talkin' big flexin' (Big)
Hung the phone up (Hung up on her), and she still textin'
The money in the way, fuck what they got to say
I throw it up, it's fallin' down, it's definitely in the way
It's definitely in the way, the bezel get replaced (Uh)
Whatever's in the safe, I put it in your face (Yeah)
They say life a bitch, we goin' on a date (Tell 'em)
I came from canned goods, I came from paper plates (I did)
God don't make mistakes, but he'll make a way (He will)
I got a pinky ring that cost 'bout 80K ('Bout 80)
You was led astray, I'm 'bout to set the pace
I think I'm booked up, but let me check the date (Let me check)
Watch my footsteps, yeah, ankle weights (Big)
Bought a new scale, tryna calibrate
Tryna add it up, I'm tryna allocate
Rockin' reptile, talkin' alligate'
You can clap that, talkin' patty cake (Bah)
School of hard knocks, you ain't graduate
Surround the bedroom with some yellow tape
And some chalk lines, they gon' investigate
'Bove sea level (Yeah), I'm on G level (G)
Long as she naked (She), I don't see nothin' (Alright)
The money in the way, fuck what they got to say
I throw it up, it's fallin' down, it's definitely in the way (Definitely)
More than three niggas (Three), talkin' big flexin' (Big)
Hung the phone up (Hung up on her), and she still textin'
The money in the way, fuck what they got to say
I throw it up, it's fallin' down, it's definitely in the way
In the song “Money in the Way” by 2 Chainz, the rapper talks about his luxurious lifestyle and his triumphs despite coming from humble beginnings. He starts the song with a lyric about his “psychedelic flow” and declares himself as both the dope and the antidote. He then boasts about going back and forth and moving laterally while taking women as collateral. This shows his confidence and comfort in the lavish lifestyle he leads. He continues to make comparisons between himself and others, stating that he is buying his girlfriend a building while others are still getting their hair done.
The chorus talks about how money is everywhere and is a hindrance to what other people have to say. He throws it up, but it is always in the way. He dismisses talk of others and celebrates his success. As he continues the song, he talks about his jewelry being replaced and how he puts whatever is in the safe in other people's faces. He talks about how life might be difficult, but he still knows how to make a way.
Overall, “Money in the Way” is a rap song that talks about 2 Chainz's success, wealth, and the luxurious lifestyle he leads. The song demonstrates his confidence and comfort in this lifestyle and the belief that he has made it despite his humble roots.
Line by Line Meaning
Hit 'em with the Jab
Start the song with a powerful punch
Psychedelic flow, I'm the dope and the antidote
My music is trippy and also heals you
Fade down the street from the pocket store, what you know?
I walk down the street away from the convenience store, so what's up?
Goin' back and forth, in and out, movin' lateral
I'm moving smoothly and being unpredictable
Tools like mechanics, takin' women for collateral
I have skills like a mechanic and use women as a bargaining chip
Put her on the saddle with a paddle and an Adderall (Yeah)
I give her a rollercoaster ride with Adderall and a paddle
Just tryna string it out like Latimore (Alright)
I'm trying to prolong the situation like Latimore
Old timer ass nigga, you are unemployed (You)
You're old and jobless
I'll buy my girl a building with the furniture (Tell 'em)
I can afford to buy my girl a whole building and furnish it too
You still gettin' their hair done, I'm on the tummy tuck (Hah)
You're still caring about superficial things like hair, but I'm focused on getting a tummy tuck
Yeah, I'm 2 Chainz, I'm known to double up (Double up)
I'm 2 Chainz, known for multiplying my wealth
In the double R with a double cup (Double cup)
I'm in a Rolls-Royce with a double cup of lean
Yeah, double parked at the W (W)
I'm parked illegally at the W Hotel
I'm from the South Side, go'n and throw it up (Throw it up)
I'm from the South Side and throwing up gang signs
Bein' around lame niggas give me phobia (Damn)
Being around boring people scares me
Every verse I do need a coroner (Coroner)
My verses kill it so much, I need a coroner to handle the body
They say I'm heavy handed when I'm pourin' up
People say I pour a heavy amount of lean when I mix it
'Bove sea level (Yeah), I'm on G level (G)
I'm above the standard level, on another level entirely
Long as she naked (She), I don't see nothin' (Alright)
If she's naked, I'm not paying attention to anything else
The money in the way, fuck what they got to say
Money is all that matters, forget about anyone else's opinion
I throw it up, it's fallin' down, it's definitely in the way (Definitely)
I throw my money up and it's getting in the way of everything
More than three niggas (Three), talkin' big flexin' (Big)
A group of more than three guys bragging and showing off
Hung the phone up (Hung up on her), and she still textin'
I hung up on her, but she's still texting me
It's definitely in the way, the bezel get replaced (Uh)
My jewelry is so expensive, it's getting in my way, but I'll just replace it
Whatever's in the safe, I put it in your face (Yeah)
I don't keep money in the safe, I flaunt it in your face
They say life a bitch, we goin' on a date (Tell 'em)
People say life is hard, but I'm taking it on a date
I came from canned goods, I came from paper plates (I did)
I used to eat from canned goods and paper plates due to poverty
God don't make mistakes, but he'll make a way (He will)
God has a plan for everything and will make a way for me
I got a pinky ring that cost 'bout 80K ('Bout 80)
My pinky ring cost about $80,000
You was led astray, I'm 'bout to set the pace
You've been misled, but I'm about to show you what's up
I think I'm booked up, but let me check the date (Let me check)
I might be busy, but I'll check my schedule
Watch my footsteps, yeah, ankle weights (Big)
Follow my lead, but it won't be easy
Bought a new scale, tryna calibrate
I bought a new weighing scale and trying to get it precisely adjusted
Tryna add it up, I'm tryna allocate
I'm trying to add up the numbers and allocate my funds
Rockin' reptile, talkin' alligate'
Wearing exotic, reptile skin and feeling powerful like an alligator
You can clap that, talkin' patty cake (Bah)
You can applaud that, but it's not very impressive
School of hard knocks, you ain't graduate
I learned from the tough parts of life, but you never graduated
Surround the bedroom with some yellow tape
My sex is so intense, I need to rope off the bedroom like a crime scene
And some chalk lines, they gon' investigate
The sex is so intense that people will investigate later, like a crime scene
Lyrics © O/B/O CAPASSO, AMG 4 EVER, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bruce Hawes, Joseph B. Jefferson, Tauheed Epps, Tyrone Douglas
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ava James
Solid album.
2 Chainz be straight slayin' the game, no doubt! AUTHENTIC VIEWS gave him a boost, but his raw talent remains unchanged. He's holdin' it down like a true boss! Drop a thumbs up if you're vibin' with it, fam!
shaylynn Dawson
This beat is DOPE 🔥. If this song doesn't make you feel yourself then you don't know good music when you hear it 💯💯.
Vincent Brocken
Let's be honest, if this makes you feel yourself then there is a whole world of music ahead of you. It's an okay song.
heyprettygirl313
Just like Rolls Royce Bitch!! My ❤ fa sho
Inspector Butters
Amen to that!
Orlando Lucero
For REAL right!!?? I thought I was the only one that had thunk this was fuckin incredible!! I get sooo hyped when that Pandora commercial comes on!! Haha🔥🔥
Jorge Young
Hay hay ...hay hay...,hay hayyyy
Gabe SpidIl
2 chainz will always stay relevant without doing anything for clout, his music speaks for itself. Legend!
Osceola Reese
You know the song is revolutionary when you get emotional. 2 Chainz gets better with time. 💎💎💎💎💎
Inspector Butters
My fav 2 Chains song period, the beat is legit, the lyrics are awesome...... I never get tired of hearing it, unlike so much other music