Food For Thought
A Boogie Wit da Hoodie Lyrics


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I always kept it real with people that was fake with me
You say it's food for thought, I brought this whole damn plate with me
I been thinkin' 'bout that shit you said
Maybe I'm wrong, maybe I need your help 'cause I
Feel out of touch with real life
I'm feelin' love with other bitches just to see what that shit feel like
Intoxicate our mind 'til we so gone
That's when I wake up sober, somethin' tellin' me, "Go home"

Feel like that means somethin'
Even if it don't, I just don't want you to cut me off and make it look like I be buggin'
But who the fuck am I to give demands? Yeah
Respectfully, all the power is in your hands, yeah
Insecurities cover my heart, look (huh?)
And different bitches just be on my thoughts, yeah
Fell in love with the lifestyle, my guap, yeah, look
"Half On a Baby" was your favorite song, like, yeah
But I just had to fuck it up
No, it's not your fault at all, baby, you would've done enough
I guess I never had love, steady tryna test my luck
Steady pourin' out my feelings and just sittin' in this cup that you fill
You was the homie, I didn't love you, but I didn't hate you
Goin' state to state, was only eighteen when I first got my cake up
I thought about savin' these bitches before my own damn savings
Now I got to keep at least one thirty-eight bezel on my wrist (woo)
Two .38s on my hip
Three, I know this ain't important
But if I pop this trunk, it's for .223s like James and Jordan
Huh? Just needed ventilation
Come fetch air with this private jet, we can go to any location
Took the same pill that I took, now we can't feel our faces
Numb to the pain, can't feel my face, but it's okay, I feel you
Just say you're ready (woo), tone like khaki
I wanna see how far down you really gon' really make it
And I cannot be makin' promises, my mind been changin'
I wanna knock all on your walls and see like I'm your neighbor
They throwin' shots, ain't got no aim, they never even grazed us
Lots of foreign cars even if it's rainin'
Hoodie by Rudolph, white shoes, my hoodie by Rudolph, white shoes, I slid by
Don't plan on losin' my cool, hopped in my coupe and my roof said, "Bye"
I told my goons to come through, they gon' do what they do
They don't shoot at no damn sky
Tequila on forty-deuce, on forty-deuce in New York I'm that damn guy
All of my cars, they go, "Vroom," so much guap all my opps wanna turn to my allies

I always kept it real with people that was being fake with me
These VVs hittin' like a glass of lemonade, baby
I be that nigga with the juice, you say
Maybe you're wrong, maybe I need your help 'cause I
Feel out of touch with real life
You could buy everythin' except love




You gotta walk in my shoes to know what that shit feel like
And then I wake up sober, look, huh?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to A BOOGIE WIT DA HOODIE's song "Food For Thought" delve into themes of authenticity, self-reflection, and the pursuit of love and material success. The opening lines convey a sense of betrayal, as the artist talks about staying true to fake people and bringing his own plate of truth to the table. He contemplates the impact of someone's words on him, acknowledging the possibility of being wrong and needing help to connect with the reality of life. The mention of feeling out of touch and seeking validation through relationships with other women reveals a sense of detachment and confusion.


The artist expresses vulnerability and insecurities, admitting that different women occupy his thoughts while referencing a lost love. He hints at tarnishing the relationship and taking responsibility for it. Despite feeling disconnected, he pours out his emotions and relies on substances like alcohol to cope. The mention of the song "Half On a Baby," a hit by R. Kelly, holds significance as a reminder of a shared connection with the past lover. The artist regrets not valuing the relationship, realizing he never really experienced love and continually testing his luck instead. He finds solace in pouring his emotions into a cup that she once filled.


The second verse takes a darker turn, with the artist addressing his lifestyle and the consequences that come with it. He talks about his growing success and the trade-off of saving women instead of securing his own financial stability. As a result, he feels the need to showcase his wealth through expensive accessories like watches. The reference to having .38s on his hip and a trunk filled with .223s suggests a readiness to protect himself and those close to him. Despite the struggles, he yearns for a deeper connection, expressing a desire to break down the walls and truly understand his lover. He brushes off attempts at criticism and remains focused on his goals, highlighting his success and ability to afford luxury cars even in unfavorable conditions.


Overall, "Food For Thought" explores the complex emotions and conflicting desires that A BOOGIE WIT DA HOODIE experiences. It touches on themes of authenticity, self-reflection, relationships, material wealth, and the struggles that come with fame.


Line by Line Meaning

I always kept it real with people that was fake with me
I remained honest and true to those individuals who pretended to be genuine but were actually deceitful towards me.


You say it's food for thought, I brought this whole damn plate with me
You mentioned that this discussion would be mentally stimulating, but I came prepared with a substantial amount of valuable insights.


I been thinkin' 'bout that shit you said
I've been contemplating the words you expressed during our conversation.


Maybe I'm wrong, maybe I need your help 'cause I
Perhaps I am mistaken, and it's possible that I require your assistance because I


Feel out of touch with real life
Sense a disconnection from the true essence of existence and genuine experiences.


I'm feelin' love with other bitches just to see what that shit feel like
I'm exploring romantic affection with different women solely to comprehend the sensations associated with it.


Intoxicate our mind 'til we so gone
We heavily consume substances that impair our mental state until we reach a state of oblivion.


That's when I wake up sober, somethin' tellin' me, 'Go home'
When the intoxication fades away, I receive a clear message advising me to return to my place of residence.


Feel like that means somethin'
It seems like there is significance behind that.


Even if it don't, I just don't want you to cut me off and make it look like I be buggin'
Even if there isn't any actual meaning, I simply do not desire for you to sever ties with me and portray me as irrational.


But who the fuck am I to give demands? Yeah
Yet, who am I to assert my desires forcefully? Indeed.


Respectfully, all the power is in your hands, yeah
With due respect, you possess complete control over the situation.


Insecurities cover my heart, look (huh?)
Feelings of uncertainty and self-doubt envelop my emotions, you see (huh?).


And different bitches just be on my thoughts, yeah
Thoughts of various women constantly occupy my mind, yes.


Fell in love with the lifestyle, my guap, yeah, look
I became infatuated with the luxurious lifestyle and my financial success, you see.


'Half On a Baby' was your favorite song, like, yeah
'Half On a Baby' held a special place in your heart as your preferred song, indeed.


But I just had to fuck it up
However, I inevitably ruined it.


No, it's not your fault at all, baby, you would've done enough
No, it's certainly not your responsibility, my dear; you had contributed significantly already.


I guess I never had love, steady tryna test my luck
I suppose I have never truly experienced love, continuously attempting to challenge my fortune.


Steady pourin' out my feelings and just sittin' in this cup that you fill
Persistently expressing my emotions while they accumulate in this vessel that you once occupied.


You was the homie, I didn't love you, but I didn't hate you
You were my close friend, although I didn't harbor romantic affection for you, nor did I despise you.


Goin' state to state, was only eighteen when I first got my cake up
Traveling from one state to another, I was only eighteen years old when I initially acquired wealth.


I thought about savin' these bitches before my own damn savings
Rather than prioritizing my personal financial security, I contemplated preserving the company of multiple women.


Now I got to keep at least one thirty-eight bezel on my wrist (woo)
Now, I must always wear a watch with a thirty-eight diamond bezel on my wrist to showcase my success (woo).


Two .38s on my hip
Additionally, I carry two .38 caliber handguns on my waist.


Three, I know this ain't important
Furthermore, this is the third item I mention, even though it isn't particularly significant.


But if I pop this trunk, it's for .223s like James and Jordan
However, if I were to open the trunk of my vehicle, you would find .223 caliber firearms, just like those utilized by individuals named James and Jordan.


Huh? Just needed ventilation
Huh? I simply required some fresh air or an opportunity to express myself.


Come fetch air with this private jet, we can go to any location
Join me in this private jet, and we can travel to any destination to enjoy a breath of fresh air.


Took the same pill that I took, now we can't feel our faces
You consumed the same substance as me, and now we both experience a loss of sensation in our faces.


Numb to the pain, can't feel my face, but it's okay, I feel you
Unaffected by the emotional distress, as I cannot feel my face, but I understand you.


Just say you're ready (woo), tone like khaki
Simply express your readiness (woo), with an attitude reminiscent of khaki-colored pants.


I wanna see how far down you really gon' really make it
I am eager to witness how much you can endure and persevere.


And I cannot be makin' promises, my mind been changin'
I am incapable of making firm commitments since my thoughts are constantly evolving.


I wanna knock all on your walls and see like I'm your neighbor
I desire to engage intimately with you and explore your deepest secrets, as if I were your neighbor.


They throwin' shots, ain't got no aim, they never even grazed us
Others attempt to verbally attack us, but their efforts are meaningless and ineffective as they never come close to harming us.


Lots of foreign cars even if it's rainin'
We possess numerous luxury vehicles, even during inclement weather conditions.


Hoodie by Rudolph, white shoes, my hoodie by Rudolph, white shoes, I slid by
I effortlessly passed by wearing a hoodie designed by Rudolph and paired with white shoes.


Don't plan on losin' my cool, hopped in my coupe and my roof said, 'Bye'
I have no intention of losing my composure; I swiftly entered my luxury car, and as I closed the roof, it bid farewell.


I told my goons to come through, they gon' do what they do
I instructed my trustworthy associates to arrive, fully aware that they will carry out their designated tasks.


They don't shoot at no damn sky
They don't aimlessly discharge their firearms into the sky.


Tequila on forty-deuce, on forty-deuce in New York I'm that damn guy
Enjoying tequila on Forty-Second Street, proudly asserting my dominance in New York City.


All of my cars, they go, 'Vroom,' so much guap all my opps wanna turn to my allies
My cars roar with power (vroom), and I possess so much wealth that even my adversaries desire to align themselves with me.


I always kept it real with people that was being fake with me
I consistently remained authentic towards those individuals who acted phony and insincere towards me.


These VVs hittin' like a glass of lemonade, baby
These diamond-encrusted jewels shine brilliantly, reminiscent of a refreshing glass of lemonade, darling.


I be that nigga with the juice, you say
I am the individual who possesses influential power and charisma, as you claim.


Maybe you're wrong, maybe I need your help 'cause I
Perhaps it is your perception that is incorrect, and I may require your assistance because I


Feel out of touch with real life
Sensation of being disconnected from the genuine experiences of everyday existence.


You could buy everythin' except love
You have the ability to purchase almost anything, but love remains elusive.


You gotta walk in my shoes to know what that shit feel like
To truly understand the emotions and challenges I experience, you must personally encounter the situations I face.


And then I wake up sober, look, huh?
Following the period of intoxication, I regain sobriety and find myself pondering, huh?




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Written by: Artist Julius Dubose, Dominique Mitchell

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