Medicine
A.Y.E. Lyrics
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Yeah
Man I'm back up on the grind
Feels like the thousandth time
But I love to hear the chime
From a pocket full of dimes
And I love to hear the fold
Of a couple hundred notes
'Cause this ain't something you can quote
'Cause I know that you've been broke
'Cause I never seen a choke
And I never seen a coat
But you know it's getting cold
So you better get a boat
If you wanna stay afloat
Please don't ask me where I've been
You know I got that medicine
So you just gotta let us in
We tot spoons and injections
We put that shit under your skin
And now you're hooked and getting thin
We've been down this road
Some time before
It's getting old
Uh
Yeah
Man I gotta get a bag
And you gotta get a drag
Yeah you gotta get a sniff
Yeah you gotta get a whiff
'Cause that product got you whipped
But I only sell a bit
'Cause I don't wanna see you stiff
'Cause dead bodies ain't nothing but worthless
They no longer purchase
Plus I don't like churches
And hearses
That shit make me nervous
Rather lay some verses
Or go in bitches purses
Please don't ask me where I've been
You know I got that medicine
So you just gotta let us in
We tot spoons and injections
We put that shit under your skin
And now you're hooked and getting thin
We've been down this road
Some time before
It's getting old
We put in the dough
And hope it grows
One hundred fold
Uh
Yeah
You ain't nothing but a fiend
Soon as you feel the need
You gon' drop down on your knees
You be begging for a G
Or you crying for an O
Homie don't say that you don't
Homie don't say that you won't
'Cause I will drop a sale just to make a fucking point
And you won't disappoint
Looking at the ground for coins
You be staring at cement
Tryna find a fucking cent
Just so you can make a dent
In you're next payment
Please don't ask me where I've been
You know I got that medicine
So you just gotta let us in
We've been down this road
Some time before
It's getting old
The lyrics to A.Y.E.'s song "Medicine" depict the perspective of a drug dealer who is familiar with the struggles of addiction and the effects it has on individuals. The opening lines convey a sense of returning to the familiar routine of selling drugs, emphasizing the lure of money and the thrill of making sales. The mention of "thousandth time" implies that the singer has been engaged in this lifestyle for a long time and has become accustomed to it.
The references to dimes, fold of hundred notes, and getting a boat highlight the materialistic desires and the need to accumulate wealth in this line of work. The singer sarcastically challenges others who claim to understand their circumstances by asserting that they have never experienced financial hardship or faced the consequences of their actions. The line "So you better get a boat if you wanna stay afloat" suggests the harsh reality of the drug trade and the need to adapt in order to survive.
The second paragraph addresses the ethical dilemmas faced by the drug dealer. While they acknowledge the addiction and dependency caused by their products, they limit the quantities they sell to avoid causing harm or death. The criticism of dead bodies as "worthless" and the aversion to religious ceremonies and funeral arrangements highlight the nihilistic perspective held by the singer. Instead, they express a preference for the creative outlet of music or exploiting others for personal gain, as indicated by the line "Rather lay some verses or go in bitches purses."
In the third paragraph, the lyrics take a more personal tone as the singer directly addresses an addict. They refer to the individual as a "fiend" who is completely controlled by their need for drugs. The portrayal of the person begging and crying for drugs reinforces the desperation and dependency associated with addiction. The line "I will drop a sale just to make a fucking point" implies that the dealer manipulates and exploits the addict's vulnerability for personal gain, suggesting a callous disregard for their well-being.
The conclusion of the song reflects a sense of weariness and repetition in the drug trade. The line "We've been down this road some time before, it's getting old" suggests that the singer is growing tired of the cycle of addiction and their involvement in it. The mention of putting in money and hoping for returns conveys the risky nature of their business and the uncertainty surrounding their future. Ultimately, these lyrics expose the dark realities of addiction, the exploitative nature of the drug trade, and the emotional toll it takes on both the dealer and the addict.
Line by Line Meaning
Uh
Expression of hesitation or uncertainty
Yeah
Confirmation or agreement
Man I'm back up on the grind
I have returned to working hard and hustling
Feels like the thousandth time
It feels like I've done this countless times before
But I love to hear the chime
I enjoy the sound of money
From a pocket full of dimes
From having a lot of small denominations of money
And I love to hear the fold
I enjoy the sound of paper money being folded
Of a couple hundred notes
From a stack of bills totaling a few hundred dollars
Homie don't act like you know
Don't pretend to understand my situation
'Cause this ain't something you can quote
Because this is not something you can easily explain or understand
'Cause I know that you've been broke
I know you have experienced financial hardship
'Cause I never seen a choke
I have never witnessed a failure
And I never seen a coat
I have never seen someone wear a coat (symbolizing wealth)
But you know it's getting cold
But you are aware that times are becoming tough
So you better get a boat
You should find a way to navigate through difficult times
If you wanna stay afloat
If you want to stay financially stable
Please don't ask me where I've been
Please refrain from questioning my whereabouts
You know I got that medicine
You know I have what you need (referring to drugs or a solution)
So you just gotta let us in
You just need to trust and allow us access
We tot spoons and injections
We carry and administer drugs
We put that shit under your skin
We inject drugs into your body
And now you're hooked and getting thin
And now you have become addicted and are losing weight
We've been down this road
We have experienced this situation before
Some time before
At some point in the past
It's getting old
It's becoming tiresome or repetitive
Man I gotta get a bag
I need to make money
And you gotta get a drag
And you need to take a hit (of drugs)
Yeah you gotta get a sniff
Yeah, you need to inhale drugs
Yeah you gotta get a whiff
Yeah, you need to catch a scent (of drugs)
'Cause that product got you whipped
Because that drug has control over you
But I only sell a bit
But I only sell a small quantity
'Cause I don't wanna see you stiff
Because I don't want you to die
'Cause dead bodies ain't nothing but worthless
Because dead bodies have no value
They no longer purchase
They can no longer buy things
Plus I don't like churches
Also, I have negative feelings towards churches
And hearses
And vehicles used to transport dead bodies
That shit make me nervous
Those things make me feel anxious or uneasy
Rather lay some verses
I would prefer to rap or write lyrics
Or go in bitches purses
Or steal from women's handbags
You ain't nothing but a fiend
You are nothing more than a drug addict
Soon as you feel the need
As soon as you experience the craving
You gon' drop down on your knees
You will kneel down or beg
You be begging for a G
You will be begging for a thousand dollars
Or you crying for an O
Or you will be crying for an ounce (of drugs)
Homie don't say that you don't
Don't deny or claim that you wouldn't
Homie don't say that you won't
Don't say that you refuse
'Cause I will drop a sale just to make a fucking point
Because I will lower the price just to prove a strong statement
And you won't disappoint
And you will not fail to meet expectations
Looking at the ground for coins
Searching for loose change on the ground
You be staring at cement
You will be fixated on the concrete floor
Tryna find a fucking cent
Trying to find a single cent (small amount of money)
Just so you can make a dent
Just so you can make a small impact or progress
In your next payment
In your upcoming financial obligation
We put in the dough
We invest our money
And hope it grows
And hope it increases or multiplies
One hundred fold
By a factor of one hundred
You ain't nothing but a fiend
You are nothing more than a drug addict
Soon as you feel the need
As soon as you experience the craving
You gon' drop down on your knees
You will kneel down or beg
You be begging for a G
You will be begging for a thousand dollars
Or you crying for an O
Or you will be crying for an ounce (of drugs)
Please don't ask me where I've been
Please refrain from questioning my whereabouts
You know I got that medicine
You know I have what you need (referring to drugs or a solution)
So you just gotta let us in
You just need to trust and allow us access
We've been down this road
We have experienced this situation before
Some time before
At some point in the past
It's getting old
It's becoming tiresome or repetitive
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Written by: Riaz Carter
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