Self Made
Akon Lyrics

I'm a self made man, self made man
I have achieved success and wealth on my own, without relying on others.

Team make money, motherfucker, I'm the mascot
I am the leader of a group of individuals who are all focused on making money and achieving success.

Crib in the city and a crib up in Aspen
I have luxurious homes in both the city and in Aspen, showing my wealth and success.

Swiss account and consider that the cash spot
I have a Swiss bank account where I keep my money, which is known as a safe and secure location for wealth.

Billi' and I ain't gonna stop, no, nigga
I have earned billions of dollars and I have no intention of stopping or slowing down my success.

Self made, anthem of my life
Being self made is the guiding principle and theme of my life.

Montana, I bes the bomb like the Taliban
In the rap industry, I am known as Montana and my talent is explosive and powerful, comparable to an act of terrorism.

Popping like a frying pan
I am gaining popularity and attention rapidly, similar to the sound of food popping in a hot frying pan.

Slide like a violin through the crackhole
I am smoothly navigating through difficult circumstances, just like a violin sliding through a small crack.

Blindfold like a telescan
I am able to see everything clearly, even without physical sight, similar to how a telescope can explore the cosmos without being physically present.

Most underrated but never underpaid
While I may not always receive the recognition I deserve, I am always financially compensated for my talent and hard work.

Fake niggas mad and all the real
Inauthentic individuals are jealous of my success, while genuine people are happy for me.

Niggas glad he made it
People are delighted that I have achieved success in my life.

Gladiator, baby, don't be acting shady, baby
I am like a gladiator, tough and strong, and I expect others to be honest and upfront with me.

Seeing niggas shining through the diamonds
I am witnessing others achieve success and wealth, symbolized by the jewelry they wear.

Trying to see me, baby
These individuals are trying to compete with me and achieve the same level of success as me.

I'm the product, get that product, baby
I am the result of my hard work and talent, and others should strive to produce the same level of quality in their own endeavors.

Serving dog fucking with the hottest so the
I am providing assistance and support to those who are aligning themselves with successful and influential individuals.

Hottest I deserved the ball
I have rightfully earned and deserve the top position in the industry, symbolized by having the ball in my court.

It's that Cocaine Mafia connect
I am part of a network and group known as the Cocaine Mafia, which has connections and influence in the drug trade.

Juicy J, Project Pat, Montana, roger that
I am mentioning the names of other influential individuals in the industry who are also part of the Cocaine Mafia network.

I done did what I had to, grind on my own two
I have done whatever was necessary and worked hard all by myself to achieve success and build my career.

Feet from the street with the killers and the real goons
I have come from the streets and have associated with dangerous and influential individuals who are involved in criminal activities.

Watching out for popo
I am cautious and always aware of law enforcement, trying to avoid getting caught for illegal activities.

Trying to sell the yayo
I am involved in the drug trade and attempting to sell cocaine.

Trying to be the weed
I am also trying to establish myself as a successful marijuana distributor.

Man, even selling beans, man
I am involved in various illegal activities, including selling prescription pills (beans).

I'ma always stand out
I will always be noticeable and unique, distinguishing myself from others.

I don't take no handouts
I do not rely on others for assistance or support, preferring to achieve success on my own.

But I take you're money bruh
However, I am perfectly willing to take someone's money if it benefits me financially.

Run up in your gram's house
I am willing to invade and rob even your grandmother's house if it leads to financial gain.

I hustle till I die with the rapping with the trapping
I will continue to work hard and hustle for success, both in my music career and in my involvement with illegal activities.

Whether be a hit man with the guns clapping
I am not afraid to resort to violence and use guns if it is necessary to achieve my goals.

Coming straight from the hood
I am from a disadvantaged and impoverished neighborhood, and my success is a testament to overcoming those circumstances.

I'ma make it happen i ain't never had shit
I am determined to make things happen and succeed in life, as I have never had anything handed to me.

I had to sell or snatch it
In order to obtain what I desired, I either had to sell or steal it, reflecting the desperate circumstances I faced.

Chrome three fifty seven got always packed in
I always carry and have ready a chrome .357 magnum handgun for self-defense and protection.

That'll cut you're fucking head like a fucking hatchet
If someone were to cross me or threaten me, I am not afraid to physically harm them, even decapitate them, using a hatchet as a metaphor for violence.

Self made, getting paid
I have achieved success and am now earning a significant amount of money.

Went and found my own plug
I have established my own source for drugs, specifically cocaine, without relying on others.

Just like Frank Lucas did
Similar to the infamous drug lord Frank Lucas, I have taken control of my own drug empire.

Went and got my own drugs
I have personally acquired and obtained my own drugs, without having to rely on others.

Taped up by my nuts on the plane, Cali buzz
I have hidden and concealed drugs by strapping them to my scrotum while traveling on a plane, referring to the nickname for California as 'Cali'.

Soon as I hit the hood
As soon as I arrive in my neighborhood, which is known for crime and poverty.

I ain't showing Cali love
I am not demonstrating any loyalty or affection towards California or its residents.

Everything for the streets, nigga
My entire persona and success is focused and dedicated to the streets, catering to the lifestyle and culture associated with it.

Gotta give me me
Others need to recognize and give me the credit and respect I deserve.

Five hundred dollars, ounce of purp
I am willing to pay a significant amount of money, $500, for an ounce of high-quality marijuana (purple haze).

In these Memphis street
I am specifically referring to the streets of Memphis, where I am actively involved in illegal activities.

I done to made a kill-ion
I have made a tremendous amount of money through illegal activities, earning billions (a combination of 'kill' and 'million').

Off of drug deal-ion
My vast wealth and status have been attained primarily through my involvement in the drug trade.

Rap about my life and I sold me a million
By sharing my life experiences and storytelling through my music, I have sold millions of records and achieved great commercial success.

Mr gold Plate get raw then we pop ya
Referring to myself as 'Mr. Gold Plate', if someone tries to cause trouble or test me, I am willing to respond with violence.

DB investments, Cocaine Mafia
I am involved in various investments, including illegal ones, through an organization known as the Cocaine Mafia.

Pistols and shotguns, grams of the heroin
In addition to my involvement in the drug trade, I am heavily armed with pistols and shotguns, and I deal with the sale of heroin as well.

Twenty-eights on the got these Hummers
I have large, flashy Hummer vehicles equipped with 28-inch rims, symbolizing my wealth and success.