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Don't Bring Me Down
8Ball Lyrics
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Come and go with me (come and go with me)
Up in the sky (up in the sky)
Is where you wanna be.
Don't bring me down, don't bring me down
Don't bring me down, don't bring me down
Don't bring me down, don't bring me down
Pull out the old school chevys and make the pipes rattle
Kev wrap the rubber bands, no credit cards
45 catch the cliques, no bodyguards
Call that my real nigga passport
Pull 'em out when them old bitches ask for it
I've been collecting paper, tryna stuff my bank account
With this pen and paper give you somethin' to think about
The diamonds shine and the wine is muscato
We ride shit from my garage, fuck a limo
My piece is 1 tenth of a dollar
She left her panties at my crib on the coffee table
I'm waitin' for the beat
The night is young (the night is young)
Come and go with me (come and go with me)
Up in the sky (up in the sky)
Is where you wanna be.
Don't bring me down, don't bring me down
Don't bring me down, don't bring me down
Don't bring me down, don't bring me down
Tonight we're takin' the city and paintin' it all black
Drama on the soundtrack and it's all crack
Your speed exceed 100 down i20
We breathe and smoke in and out and got plenty
I'm on the passenger, tonight I'm lettin' my bitch drive
She here to buckle and the car commitin' suicide
Law enforcement on my car with cameras
Tryna connect gang members and gangsta rappers
Drug dealers, athletes and black actors
Get caught up, prostitutes and back taxes
Fuck it, tonight we're livin' like we don't exist
Time stopped like I broke the watch on my wrist
Somewhere you wanna be?
The night is young (the night is young)
Come and go with me (come and go with me)
Up in the sky (up in the sky)
Is where you wanna be.
Don't bring me down, don't bring me down
Don't bring me down, don't bring me down
Don't bring me down, don't bring me down
What goes up must come down
And if I stay down, then I don't come up
Life a bitch, I got my hand on the but, foot on the clutch
On my new wonder, smokin' a blunt.
Tired of all sililaquez, service squeeze
Still use a triple b for insominity
And please, if bein' broke is your disease
I took a test and passed and nigga I'm clean.
Promethazine poured in the 2 liter
Got my gorillas with me, and I'm the zookeeper
See, you ain't seen it all until you've seen it all
If life a movie you never know when it might pause.
The night is young (the night is young)
Come and go with me (come and go with me)
Up in the sky (up in the sky)
Is where you wanna be.
Don't bring me down, don't bring me down
Don't bring me down, don't bring me down
Don't bring me down, don't bring me down
The song "Don't Bring Me Down" by 8Ball is a celebration of youth, nightlife, and excess. It opens with an invitation to take part in the fun and escape the mundane, as the night is young and the possibilities are endless. The lyrics describe indulging in luxuries such as expensive champagne, old-school cars, and shiny jewelry. The singer also boasts of his success and wealth, having amassed a large sum of money and collecting more every day. The chorus repeats the plea, "Don't bring me down," emphasizing the desire to stay in the moment and not let anything get in the way of the party.
As the song progresses, the tone shifts to a more ominous one, with references to illegal activities and run-ins with law enforcement. However, these darker elements do not dampen the spirit of the song. Rather, they add a level of danger and excitement that only heightens the sense of thrill and adventure. The final verse speaks to the fleeting nature of life, suggesting that it is better to take risks and experience everything to the fullest than to hold back and let opportunities slip away.
Overall, "Don't Bring Me Down" is a song about living in the moment, embracing youth and excess, and not letting anything stand in the way of having a good time.
Line by Line Meaning
The night is young
There is still a long time before the night is over
Come and go with me
Join me on my wild adventure tonight
Up in the sky
Our destination for tonight is up high
Is where you wanna be.
It's the perfect place to spend the night
Don't bring me down, don't bring me down
Don't ruin the excitement we're about to have
Tonight I'm twistin' 'em big, I'm poppin' pink bottles
I'm celebrating tonight with expensive drinks and cigars
Pull out the old school chevys and make the pipes rattle
We're bringing out classic cars and making lots of noise
Kev wrap the rubber bands, no credit cards
We're using cash and not relying on credit
45 catch the cliques, no bodyguards
We'll handle any situation without the need for protection
Call that my real nigga passport
My reputation and connections are all I need to go places
Pull 'em out when them old bitches ask for it
I only show off my status when it's necessary
I've been collecting paper, tryna stuff my bank account
I've been working hard to earn money and save it
With this pen and paper give you somethin' to think about
I have a message to share through my music
The diamonds shine and the wine is muscato
I have expensive taste and love to indulge
We ride shit from my garage, fuck a limo
We prefer to drive and show off our cars rather than using a typical limousine
My piece is 1 tenth of a dollar
My jewelry is worth a lot of money
She left her panties at my crib on the coffee table
I'm able to attract women and have wild experiences
I'm waitin' for the beat
I'm ready to start the party
Tonight we're takin' the city and paintin' it all black
We're taking over the city and causing chaos
Drama on the soundtrack and it's all crack
Our lives are like a movie and it's filled with excitement
Your speed exceed 100 down i20
We're driving fast and recklessly on the highway
We breathe and smoke in and out and got plenty
We're able to indulge in illegal activities without consequences
I'm on the passenger, tonight I'm lettin' my bitch drive
I'm letting my female companion take control and lead the way
She here to buckle and the car commitin' suicide
My companion is fearless and taking risks
Law enforcement on my car with cameras
The police are trying to catch us breaking the law
Tryna connect gang members and gangsta rappers
The police are trying to link us to illegal activities
Drug dealers, athletes and black actors
We're associated with a variety of people, including those in shady professions
Get caught up, prostitutes and back taxes
We run the risk of getting in trouble with the law for various reasons
Fuck it, tonight we're livin' like we don't exist
We're living in the moment and ignoring any consequences
Time stopped like I broke the watch on my wrist
We're living in a state of suspended reality where time doesn't matter
Somewhere you wanna be?
Are you ready to join me in my wild lifestyle?
What goes up must come down
There's always a consequence to our actions
And if I stay down, then I don't come up
If I let myself fail, I can't succeed
Life a bitch, I got my hand on the but, foot on the clutch
Life is difficult, but I'm ready to take control
On my new wonder, smokin' a blunt.
I'm enjoying my newfound success and indulging in drugs
Tired of all sililaquez, service squeeze
I'm tired of being questioned and pushed around by those in power
Still use a triple b for insominity
I still have trouble sleeping and need medication
And please, if bein' broke is your disease
If you're struggling financially, that's your problem
I took a test and passed and nigga I'm clean.
I'm proving myself and succeeding despite any obstacles
Promethazine poured in the 2 liter
I'm mixing drugs and alcohol to get high
Got my gorillas with me, and I'm the zookeeper
I have loyal friends with me, and I'm in charge of the situation
See, you ain't seen it all until you've seen it all
You won't understand my life until you experience it yourself
If life a movie you never know when it might pause.
Life is unpredictable and full of surprises, so enjoy the moments as they come
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Written by: N UNKNOWN COMPOSER, TAUHEED EPPS
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@doubleO16
you gotta be a 80's baby to feel this shit this is southside OG music
@BowBeforeJOW
No you don't. Was listening to this when it came out. I was 15 then. Y'all oldheads get so full of yourselves sometimes, for what reason idk.
@atrax58
OMG... I didn't know they made good music like this anymore
@TotalRaMpAgE981
This beat is amazing!
@antwanpalmer8789
I like that ball
@antwanpalmer8789
This album is amazing
@MsleanWitIt-fp8uz
crazy how old music sounds way better than the new shit thats out
@michaeldickerson2286
Str8 Classic G Shyt.
@ryssak88
could you suggest music like this
@arthurjohnson7255
Facts facts