Survivor
40 Cal. Lyrics
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Didnt tell ya im a ridah, ridah
Rollin where the cash is
Lemme rap to ya, put the chrome in the ad-libs
Survivor
On parollin the rap biz
See they dont know i turn happy homes into stash cribs
Flip five nickels, icicles, sit on my shirt
Shit i be, Sittin ya turf, and gettin rid of my work
I blast, it aint the past when they diggin up dirt
See what u know about plates with weight from straight cuba,
I-95 blowin on state troopers
Takin dice money, just throwin tres dueces, im amazin
Take ya soldiers and make juniors,
And spray rugaz thatll injure ya health, im real
Hit the bookie and give the benz to myself
And my friends say im in it for dealt, well fuck it
Im a survivor, who else cud i depend on for help?
[Chrorus: Akon]
No mattter where i go, or where i stay, dont do it then im gonna do it my way, (just keep on movin now, just to keep on movin now) I gotta get this cake and get it today, and im gonna keep comin if ya stand in my way (just keep on movin now, just to keep on movin now)
Just ride wit me, ride wit ya boy
And roll wit me, roll wit ya boy
chea, now u rollin wit 40
u rollin wit 40
Ima ridah, disrespect the traffic light
A survior, known to hold the magnum tight
Hyptnotize ya, hoe knew i attract the dykes,
And make her go both ways like hazard lights
I keep it movin, why u think i rap this nice?
I got students, always give em fast advice
how to: bag, slice, grab the dice, well come walk with me, ill get ya swagga right
What u know about Willie and he crashed the bike
Same night at Willies and the jag in white
Its not rappin, its braggin rights
While im laughin
You in ya uncle benz like bags of rice, yikes
[Chorus]
In this song, 40 Cal. talks about his life as a survivor and a rider. He describes how he moves around in the rap business and how he turns homes into stash cribs. He also talks about how he triples his work wherever he goes and flips five nickels, icicles that sit on his shirt. He also says that he takes soldiers and makes juniors, and sprays rugaz that injure health. But at the same time, he is a survivor who can depend only on himself for help.
The chorus is sung by Akon, who talks about doing things his own way and getting the cake. He talks about how he will keep coming if someone stands in his way. 40 Cal. describes himself as a rider who disrespects traffic lights, and he is known to hold the magnum tight. He also says that he can hypnotize anybody and make them go both ways like hazard lights. He keeps moving forward and rapping this nice. He has students he gives fast advice to and can teach them how to bag, slice, and grab the dice.
The song is about survival, hustling, and achieving success. It talks about how the road to success is not easy and how one must be a survivor to succeed. If one wants to achieve something, they must have the courage, determination, and strength to do whatever it takes to make it happen.
Line by Line Meaning
Didnt tell ya im a ridah, ridah
I didn't explicitly tell you, but I am a dedicated and committed individual who is always at the forefront
Rollin where the cash is
I am constantly seeking opportunity to make more money and improve my financial situation
Lemme rap to ya, put the chrome in the ad-libs
Let me speak to you and inform you of my plans; I am skilled and confident in my abilities, as evidenced by my use of a firearm as a catalyst for my rhymes
Survivor
I am resilient and able to withstand difficult situations and hardships
On parollin the rap biz
I am always involved in the rap industry and aware of its inner workings
See they dont know i turn happy homes into stash cribs
People are unaware of my ability to convert ordinary homes into safe havens for my illegal activities
See everywhere i go, triple my work
I am always seeking new opportunities to increase my workload and potentially earn more money
Flip five nickels, icicles, sit on my shirt
I have a lot of money and am able to casually display it, possibly even flippantly, as seen by the inlay of ice cubes on my shirt
Shit i be, Sittin ya turf, and gettin rid of my work
I frequently operate in your area, and I am prompt and efficient in disposing of my illegal activities
I blast, it aint the past when they diggin up dirt
I use a firearm as a means of force and prove to people that I am not to be trifled with, actions that will remain relevant and important
See what u know about plates with weight from straight cuba, I-95 blowin on state troopers
I am involved in the transportation of drugs to and from Cuba, and I am fearless in taking huge risks such as smuggling across state lines
Takin dice money, just throwin tres dueces, im amazin
I am incredibly skilled at gambling, in particular at the game of craps, and can come out on top consistently
Take ya soldiers and make juniors,
I have the ability to take people and turn them into successful, skilled and loyal subordinates
And spray rugaz thatll injure ya health, im real
I am not afraid to use violence, and I am genuinely tough and capable of causing serious harm to others
Hit the bookie and give the benz to myself
I am able to successfully place bets and earn money, which allows me to invest in luxury vehicles such as my own Benz
And my friends say im in it for dealt, well fuck it
My friends believe that I am primarily motivated by monetary gain, and it is a number one priority for me
Im a survivor, who else cud i depend on for help?
I am like no other, uniquely skilled and experienced in surviving difficult situations, and therefore do not rely on others for help
[Chrorus: Akon]
Akon will now provide the chorus of the song
No mattter where i go, or where i stay, dont do it then im gonna do it my way, (just keep on movin now, just to keep on movin now) I gotta get this cake and get it today, and im gonna keep comin if ya stand in my way (just keep on movin now, just to keep on movin now)
Regardless of my circumstances, I am going to do things how I see fit, and will stop at nothing to make money; even if you stand in my way, I will keep moving forward
Just ride wit me, ride wit ya boy
You can trust and rely on me in any situation
And roll wit me, roll wit ya boy
You can gain success by associating with me, I am capable and respected
chea, now u rollin wit 40
You are now associated with me, 40 Cal., and the potential success you may gain from such an association
u rollin wit 40
Reinforcing the fact that you are now associated with 40 Cal.
Ima ridah, disrespect the traffic light
I am a risk-taker who is not hindered by rules or regulations in my pursuit of opportunities
A survior, known to hold the magnum tight
I am known for successfully navigating difficult situations, and am capable of utilizing a firearm to do so if necessary
Hyptnotize ya, hoe knew i attract the dykes,
I am able to captivate those around me, and my charisma even attracts women who are attracted to other women
And make her go both ways like hazard lights
I am able to persuade her to change her mind or act in a way that she normally would not
I keep it movin, why u think i rap this nice?
I am constantly on the move and working hard, refining my skills and abilities as a rapper, which explains why I am so skilled
I got students, always give em fast advice
I have mentees who look up to me and seek advice, and I am always willing to give quick and effective guidance
how to: bag, slice, grab the dice, well come walk with me, ill get ya swagga right
I am able to teach others how to properly engage in illegal activities such as drug dealing, setting up dice games, etc., and that my guidance can also improve their demeanor and appearance
What u know about Willie and he crashed the bike
Do you know about Willie and his accident on his motorcycle?
Same night at Willies and the jag in white
On the same night as Willie's accident, I was driving around in my white Jaguar
Its not rappin, its braggin rights
I am not simply rapping about my achievements, but rather taking the opportunity to boast and show off what I have accomplished
While im laughin
As I revel in my success and accomplishments
You in ya uncle benz like bags of rice, yikes
You are driving around in your Mercedes Benz, while I am carrying around loads of illegal goods - highlighting the stark contrast between our lives
[Chorus]
Akon repeats the chorus once more
Contributed by Stella O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.