On January 17, 2014, Aminé released his debut mixtape, Odyssey to Me. On September 4, 2014, Aminé released his debut extended play (EP), En Vogue. On August 31, 2015, Aminé released his second mixtape, Calling Brío.
On March 9, 2016, Aminé released his debut single, called "Caroline". The song peaked at number 11 on the US Billboard Hot 100. On June 1, 2016, he released his self-directed music video for "Caroline" through his Vevo channel on YouTube and has since been viewed over 178 million times. On June 5, 2017, "Caroline" was certified as triple platinum by the RIAA.
In August 2016, Aminé partnered with Republic Records. On November 4, 2016, he released his second single, called "Baba", following the success of "Caroline". On November 15, 2016, he performed "Caroline" on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
On March 9, 2017, Aminé released "REDMERCEDES". It has been praised for supposedly being influenced by early 2000s rap, such as songs by Missy Elliott. Following its original release, the official music video for the song was released on April 7, 2017 via his Vevo channel on YouTube, and has amassed over 10 million views.
On June 13, 2017, Aminé was named as one of the ten members of XXL's "2017 Freshman Class".
On July 28, 2017, Aminé released his debut studio album titled Good for You. The album is RIAA Certified Gold.
On August 15, 2018, Aminé released his third mixtape titled OnePointFive.
His second studio album, "Limbo", was released on August 7, 2020, and a deluxe version of the album was released on December 4, 2020. He has now released his third studio album "TWOPOINTFIVE".
Campfire
Aminé Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Got a bad lil' mama, and she always with the shits
Put a hundred in my pocket, then a hundred on the rims
That's my lil' bitch, that's- that's my lil' bitch
That's my lil' bitch, that's- that's my lil' bitch
Put a red dress on her and some gas for the trip
Got a hundred in my pocket and a couple on the tint
That's my lil' bitch, that's- that's my lil' bitch
Campfire, I'm a hot motherfucker
Please, no pictures, I'm a tired motherfucker
Spidey senses tingle when it's fake niggas
Dreads swinging like they did the Harlem shake, nigga, that's true
West Coast 'til I d-i-e
If you want respect, look me in my e-y-e
I love my whips like a racist and travel lot of places
Free my nigga, Hef, fuck the police
Uh, Oprah for President, CLBN resident
Thizz face when I'm disgraced, that's the nigga in me
Might catch me at a Whole Foods
And if you see that red Mercedes, then you know who
Got a bad lil' mama, and she always with the shits
Put a hundred in my pocket, then a hundred on the rims
That's my lil' bitch, that's- that's my lil' bitch
That's my lil' bitch, that's- that's my lil' bitch
Put a red dress on her and some gas for the trip
Got a hundred in my pocket and a couple on the tint
That's my lil' bitch, that's- that's my lil' bitch
That's my lil' bitch, that's- that's my lil' bitch
Yeah, yeah, campfire, I'm a scary lil' nigga
This run in my blood like Drew Barrymore, nigga
And my fit on ET, yo shit on EBT
So when you try to flex, I'm like, "What's yo credit score, nigga?"
Yeah, and that's word to my granny
Since 14, knew the route like Randy
Everything dandy, gray sweats with the pennies
Nausea, heartburn, side effects may vary
Yeah, fuck these niggas, where the child lock?
So many hits, I could have my own NOW! comp
Pen a triple album full of all my children
No difference from Kidz Bop, book 'em in the Hilton
Got a bad lil' mama, and she always with the shits
Put a hundred in my pocket, then a hundred on the rims
That's my lil' bitch, that's- that's my lil' bitch
That's my lil' bitch, that's- that's my lil' bitch
Put a red dress on her and some gas for the trip
Got a hundred in my pocket and a couple on the tint
That's my lil' bitch, that's- that's my lil' bitch
That's my lil' bitch, that's- that's my lil' bitch
The song "Campfire" by Aminé is essentially an anthem for confident, self-assured young people who are comfortable being who they are, and who value the people in their lives who support and uplift them, particularly their romantic partners. Aminé starts off the song by calling out someone he views as a "no-business, born-insecure, junkyard motherfucker", establishing early on his disdain for people who lack self-confidence and ambition. He goes on to brag about his own bad "lil' mama", the money in his pocket, and the nice car he drives, making it clear that he's someone who's worked hard to get where he is, and who's not afraid to show off what he has.
Line by Line Meaning
You no-business, born-insecure, junkyard motherfucker
Insult directed at someone deemed worthless and lacking confidence
Got a bad lil' mama, and she always with the shits
Referring to a female partner who is confident and able to handle any situation
Put a hundred in my pocket, then a hundred on the rims
Displays wealth by mentioning the amount of cash spent on personal items
That's my lil' bitch, that's- that's my lil' bitch
Reinforcing the idea that the female partner is loyal and belongs to the artist
Put a red dress on her and some gas for the trip
Preparing for a night out with partner, providing clothing and fuel for transportation
Got a hundred in my pocket and a couple on the tint
More wealth displayed, referencing cash left in their pocket and windows with small amounts of currency lying around
Campfire, I'm a hot motherfucker
Confidence and heat expressed metaphorically, portraying the singer as charismatic and attractive
Please, no pictures, I'm a tired motherfucker
Not wanting to take photos due to being exhausted
Spidey senses tingle when it's fake niggas
Awareness of phony people, causing suspicion and caution
Dreads swinging like they did the Harlem shake, nigga, that's true
Dreadlocks are moving around rapidly, as described by the Harlem Shake dance
West Coast 'til I d-i-e
Loyalty to the West Coast region in the United States, expressing dedication and pride
If you want respect, look me in my e-y-e
Demanding to be taken seriously and treated respectfully, emphasizing eye contact as a sign of sincerity
I love my whips like a racist and travel lot of places
Fond of their cars and traveling extensively, contrasting it to racist views that could also be held for non-racists
Free my nigga, Hef, fuck the police
Requesting for someone named Hef to be released from custody, while protesting against law enforcement
Uh, Oprah for President, CLBN resident
Jokingly suggesting that Oprah Winfrey become President, also referencing the singer's residency in their hometown
Thizz face when I'm disgraced, that's the nigga in me
Demonstrating a characteristic facial expression when embarrassed, stating it as evidence of their nature
Might catch me at a Whole Foods
Suggesting that they can be seen at a high-end grocery chain, poking fun at their own image while emphasizing healthy lifestyles
And if you see that red Mercedes, then you know who
Calling attention to their luxury vehicle, indicating their level of success and wealth
Campfire, I'm a scary lil' nigga
Once again exuding charisma and confidence, they compare themselves to a frightening figure around a campfire
This run in my blood like Drew Barrymore, nigga
Their disposition being inherent and natural, making an implicit comparison to actress Drew Barrymore
And my fit on ET, yo shit on EBT
Clothing on the artist is expensive compared to the listener's clothes that are paid for through government benefits
So when you try to flex, I'm like, "What's yo credit score, nigga?"
Questioning the legitimacy of someone's displays of extravagance, forcing them to prove their eligibility for credit
Yeah, and that's word to my granny
Expressing sincerity, affirming a statement by emphasizing their trust and respect for their grandmother
Since 14, knew the route like Randy
Familiar with the environment, indicating an old friend named Randy who they're close with
Everything dandy, gray sweats with the pennies
Everything is going well, wearing comfortable clothing adorned with small coins
Nausea, heartburn, side effects may vary
Listing possible side effects humorously, making light of the situation
Yeah, fuck these niggas, where the child lock?
Disdain for people, enquiring about a lock that prevents children from opening a car's door as if that's their only redeeming quality
So many hits, I could have my own NOW! comp
As someone with a lot of commercially successful songs, they could make their own album for the popular music compilation series called NOW That's What I Call Music!
Pen a triple album full of all my children
Referencing his own future children and hypothetical albums dedicated to them
No difference from Kidz Bop, book 'em in the Hilton
Comparing the Kidz Bop album series to their future albums, aiming to match the level of luxury found in a Hilton hotel
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Adam Amine Daniel, Asa Taccone, Nathaniel Ritchie
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@zegtronic
my favorite thing about amine is that he's always got the same dudes in the music videos. they're all friends just making music
@denisabaciu5615
Definition of real friends
@narcopolo6919
You mean one artist and a lot of coat tailers
@mistyallen9873
They look related actually!
@mateuszgrzyb5383
Isn't the dude in green jacket his brother? They look so similar. And the rest of the crew here is just Injury Reserve
@callumluciani8889
Fr
@gbear217
Amine stopped getting recognized after Caroline and that makes me sad cause this dude is a diamond in the rough
@evantheawesome1
lmao thi video has 7 million views
@gbear217
evantheawesome1 yeah but that's almost nothing these days
@brendagoveag6946
evantheawesome1 right