Midnight
A&1 Lyrics


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Light skin big baddie
Got damn you a T
Got damn you a beast
Got damn you a masterpiece
N***a from the 205
Got damn I'm real
Got damn I'm chill
Got damn I'm Phil
(You can never make it big over this way)
Wait, how come I can't
I do it all, I put in work
I go berserk, how it's suppose to be
(You don't even know how we live in this place)
Oh, how come I don't
I buy the drinks, I live it up
I pour it up I don't give a fuck okay yeah
I want them screaming in the lobby
When I pull up in an Audi
Watch me hit the Ricky Bobby, aye
I just want these bitches off me, aye
I want that power like a Go Go
Want that green on me like I'm Mojo
The only time you see me loco
Is when I'm sipping on that Loko
(If you beside me stay beside me)
But they don't really want to do that
They do not want to pursue that
They hate that 1N1GHT is the new black
Give them all of your time, your pride, throw it all, away
I don't need friends, to pretend, that they all, for me
Light skin big baddie
Got damn you a T
Got damn you a beast
Got damn you a masterpiece
N***a from the 205
Got damn I'm real
Got damn I'm chill
Got damn I'm Phil
(You can never make it big over this way)
Wait, how come I can't
I do it all, I put in work
I go berserk, how it's suppose to be
(You don't even know how we live in this place)
Oh, how come I don't
I buy the drinks, I live it up
I pour it up I don't give a fuck okay yeah
I don't really fuck with bummies
You a dork you a dummy
I just want to get that money
I just want them all to love me
Met a girl from the country
We don't even talk no more (Foreal)
Different lifestyle she ain't for me
Yeah that's usually how it go
Crescent moon on my wrist
I don't really rock minerals
I'm just really speaking literal
Got a G I, I'm a General




Give them all of your time, your pride, throw it all, away
I don't need friends, to pretend, that they all, for me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Midnight" by A&1 tell a story of a young man who is confident in himself and his abilities but is constantly challenged by those who doubt him. The singer of the song speaks about his skin color, calling himself a "light skin big baddie," acknowledging the privileges that his lighter skin affords him in a society that values Eurocentric beauty standards. He goes on to declare himself a "beast" and a "masterpiece," highlighting his talent and success in the face of adversity.


However, he is still met with doubt and resistance from those around him. The line "You can never make it big over this way" speaks to the lack of opportunities he might face in his hometown or community, but he refuses to let that stop him from pursuing his dreams. He puts in the work and goes "berserk," claiming his rightful place in the music industry.


The singer also talks about his desire for power and recognition, referencing the movie character Ricky Bobby and wanting people to scream in the lobby when he arrives in his Audi. He doesn't want to be bothered by people who don't believe in him and just wants to focus on his career.


Overall, the song "Midnight" is an anthem for self-confidence and perseverance, encouraging listeners to believe in themselves and not let others' opinions hold them back from achieving their goals.


Line by Line Meaning

Light skin big baddie
Talking about a beautiful woman with light skin complexion


Got damn you a T
Expressing admiration for her attractiveness


Got damn you a beast
Praising her strength and abilities


Got damn you a masterpiece
Complimenting her as a work of art


N***a from the 205
Referring to his hometown


Got damn I'm real
Asserting himself as authentic


Got damn I'm chill
Claiming he is laid-back and easy-going


Got damn I'm Phil
Saying his name is Phil (assuming it is his name) with admiration


(You can never make it big over this way)
Referring to his hometown and its limitations in regards to success in the music industry


Wait, how come I can't
Asking why he cannot make it big in his hometown and stating he is working hard to achieve it


I do it all, I put in work
Saying he does everything necessary and works hard to achieve success


I go berserk, how it's suppose to be
Stating that he gives his all and puts his all in his work, as it should be done


(You don't even know how we live in this place)
Talking about the difficulties and challenges of living in his hometown and its impact on his music career


Oh, how come I don't
Asking why he cannot relate to the struggles of his hometown


I buy the drinks, I live it up
Stating that he enjoys living life to the fullest by buying drinks and having a good time


I pour it up I don't give a fuck okay yeah
Saying he does not care about what others think or say and lives life on his own terms


I want them screaming in the lobby
Saying he wants to be successful and popular to the point where people are screaming and excited to see him everywhere he goes


When I pull up in an Audi
Referring to the type of car he wants to drive when he is successful


Watch me hit the Ricky Bobby, aye
Referencing the character from the movie Talladega Nights and comparing himself to a successful and confident race car driver


I just want these bitches off me, aye
Stating that he wants to be successful and desirable to women, but not in a way that is overwhelming or distracting


I want that power like a Go Go
Desiring success and a sense of control or influence, referencing the Go-Go music culture of his hometown


Want that green on me like I'm Mojo
Aspiring to have money and financial success, referencing the character Mojo Jojo from the Powerpuff Girls cartoon


The only time you see me loco
Suggesting that he only acts crazy or wild when drinking a certain type of alcohol called Loko


Is when I'm sipping on that Loko
Clarifying that he only acts crazy when under the influence of Loko


(If you beside me stay beside me)
Encouraging those who support him to continue doing so


But they don't really want to do that
Suggesting that some people are not genuine in their support or loyalty


They do not want to pursue that
Stating that some people do not want to work hard and be successful like he is trying to be


They hate that 1N1GHT is the new black
Suggesting that some people may be jealous of his success and popularity


Give them all of your time, your pride, throw it all, away
Warning against being too invested in relationships or other distractions that may hold someone back from achieving success


I don't need friends, to pretend, that they all, for me
Stating that he prefers genuine relationships and does not want to be surrounded by people who only pretend to support him


I don't really fuck with bummies
Saying he does not associate himself with people who are lazy or unmotivated


You a dork you a dummy
Insulting someone who he perceives as unintelligent or uncool


I just want to get that money
Expressing his desire to achieve financial success


I just want them all to love me
Wanting to be successful, popular, and loved by many


Met a girl from the country
Talking about a girl he met who is from a rural area


We don't even talk no more (Foreal)
Stating that he and the girl from the country are no longer in contact


Different lifestyle she ain't for me
Suggesting that his lifestyle and desires are different from the girl he met from the country and that they are not compatible


Yeah that's usually how it go
Acknowledging that it is common for people to have different lifestyles and not be compatible


Crescent moon on my wrist
Referring to a tattoo or jewelry he has on his wrist


I don't really rock minerals
Suggesting that he does not wear jewelry or accessories made from expensive minerals or gems


I'm just really speaking literal
Saying that he is being truthful and direct in his lyrics


Got a G I, I'm a General
Referring to a type of jacket and comparing himself to a general or leader


Give them all of your time, your pride, throw it all, away
Repeating the warning against getting too invested in relationships or distractions that may hold someone back from achieving success


I don't need friends, to pretend, that they all, for me
Reiterating that he prefers genuine relationships and does not want to be surrounded by people who only pretend to support him




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Written by: Emmanuel Abrams

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