“International Player’s Anthem”. The samples make up the three distinct beats on which he raps on. Over acoustic guitars and heavy drums, this is one of Rocky’s most personal songs yet.
Changes
A$AP Rocky Lyrics
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I don't want them changes
I don't want them changes
I don't want them changes
I don't want them changes
Always changin' faces
I'm goin' through phases
I'm goin' through changes
I'm goin' through changes
All those changin' faces
I'm goin' through phases
So long since I've seen this shit, could feel a change in me
Change, shit, could feel a change in me
Gone since I've seen this shit, could feel a change in me
Love comes with a price tag and a barcode
Still love you when we part though
Blame me like it's my fault
Still o-, still okay
Walk around like your heart cold
Hop around like your parkour
Still o-, still o-kay
Still o-, still o-kay
Still o-, still o-kay
Still o-, still o-kay (changes)
Still o-, still o-
Look, I got a text from this girl I used to see
Sayin' that she chose this other guy with whom she wanna be with
Look, I apologize, but this message fucked me up
Then I would skeet-skeet every girl after replying "best of luck to ya"
Fast forward couple months I'm like "wassup witcha?"
'Cause somethin' changed I know ya feel it (feel it)
But really it's been a lil' minute
Ain't nothin' changed but the address
My neighbors hate how I be livin' (livin')
Mad it's a loud rich nigga in the buildin'
Like fuck all the other tenants (runnin')
Bought mines, boy, you rentin' (runnin')
Rich niggas in their feelings (runnin')
Rich niggas in their feelings
Bags packed, knapsack packed like I'm leavin' home
They ain't wanna let me go, I guess you need me more
I was on the road on tour (tour)
She just said I changed for the worst
Rain flags, rain backs, fact guess you need it more
Had to let your heart go, I guess you need it more
(Changes) Sweetest smile
(Phases) Upside down
(Phases) I'll be cruel to you
(Changes) Don't know if you love me or not
These ain't monkey bars, from no fuckin' kiddy park (park, park)
Itchin' with the chicky pox, nigga, shittin' on 'em, need my litty box
Mink on, see the fox (that's how you feel, nigga)
'03 Bentley parked, by the candy shop, 50, Vicky Fox
Time to give them what they want
Rakim and love mixed with Biggie, Pac
Weird nigga from the block
Square bitches give me box
She pussy pop to Iggy Pop
You pussy niggas really pop
Thanks for the light, waitin' for the light
Change for a lifetime (what a wonderful life)
Thanks for the night, drinks for the night
Waitin' for the right time
(What a wonderful life)
(You changed for the better, changed for the worse)
So far I done been and feelin' change, changes
So far I done been and feelin' change, changes
My biggest distractions is that I get distracted
People suing me for shit that didn't happen
I wonder how the world would be if they didn't have me (fuck)
Wake up to my explore page
See my exes engaged, or either gettin' married
Or had a baby with some nigga
Or either three months, post-natal post, post-nup, that little nigga pappy
I wonder if they really happy or just gettin' at me
So long since I've seen this shit, could feel a change in me
Change, shit, could feel a change in me
So long since I've seen this shit, could feel a change in me
So long since I've seen this shit, could feel a change in me
Change, shit, could feel a change in me
So long since I've seen this shit, could feel a change in me
Change, shit, could feel a change in me
Changes
Goin' through changes
Goin' through changes
Goin' through changes
The song "Changes" by A$AP Rocky is a reflection of his personal experience going through changes in his life. The repeated line "I don't want them changes" expresses his resistance toward changes occurring in his life, while "Always changin' faces, I'm goin' through phases" indicates that he knows change is inevitable and he is attempting to adapt to his new reality. He talks about his relationship, which was affected by changes, and how he struggled to cope with it. He mentions receiving a text message from an ex-girlfriend who chose another guy, which clearly shook him up. However, months later, he feels that not much has changed, except for his address. He also discusses his success and how it has brought both envy and lawsuits from people who try to take advantage of him. In the end, he admits that despite the difficulty, these changes have ultimately led to growth.
One notable feature of the song is the use of repetition, particularly in the line "Still o-, still o-kay." This phrase comes up multiple times throughout the lyrics, emphasizing the idea that despite everything that is changing, Rocky is still doing okay. Another interesting aspect of the song is its use of imagery, such as "Rain flags, rain backs" and "Itchin' with the chicky pox," which add depth and color to the lyrics.
While the song does not have a clear structure or a specific theme, it conveys an overall message of resilience and the idea that change, while difficult, is ultimately necessary for growth.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't want them changes
I don't want things to change
Always changin' faces
People keep changing
I'm goin' through phases
I'm going through different stages in my life
So long since I've seen this shit, could feel a change in me
It's been a while since I've experienced this and I can feel it affecting me
Love comes with a price tag and a barcode
Love is often transactional and comes with expectations
Still love you when we part though
Even though we're not together, I still have love for you
Walk around like your heart cold
You act distant and unfeeling
Look, I got a text from this girl I used to see
I received a message from an ex-girlfriend
'Cause somethin' changed I know ya feel it (feel it)
I sense that something has changed between us
Ain't nothin' changed but the address
Everything is the same except for where I live
Rich niggas in their feelings
Wealthy people are emotional too
Bags packed, knapsack packed like I'm leavin' home
I have my luggage ready as if I'm moving out
I was on the road on tour
I was traveling for work
Sweetest smile
A very genuine smile
Upside down
All mixed up or confused
I'll be cruel to you
I may treat you harshly
Don't know if you love me or not
I'm unsure if you have feelings for me
These ain't monkey bars, from no fuckin' kiddy park (park, park)
These are not toys or something for children to play on
My biggest distractions is that I get distracted
My main problem is that I can easily become distracted
I wonder how the world would be if they didn't have me (fuck)
I wonder how the world would be different without my presence
Wake up to my explore page
I wake up and check my social media
So far I done been and feelin' change, changes
I've been through some changes and I'm still going through them
Goin' through changes
I'm still experiencing change
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Bernard James Freeman, Chad L. Butler, Gerald A. Powell, Hector Delgado, Isaac Deboni, James Scheffer, Jordan Houston, Khalil Abdul-Haman, Michael Burman, Michael Mule, Paul Beauregard, Rakim Mayers, Willie Hutch
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testing is gonna be treated like yeezus. people gonna think it’s trash at first just cause it sounds different but then they’ll look back at it and realize how good it is
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