Parker Lyrics

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(808 my crew)
(Ayy, Southside, where you get all that drip?)
Yeah, yeah
Yeah

FBG, YSL, know just what's brackin', yeah (yeah, yeah)
Told my story, gotta clear it by your daddy, yeah (yeah, yeah)
FBG, YSL, what's hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)

Richard Mille, all this year, nigga, what's hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)
Louis Vuitton bandana, bro, what hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)
D4L, Stunna Man, say what's hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)
Bowen Homes, you know, that shiesty shit (what's hannenin'?)
You go outside, you better back it

Oh, my right wrist a Ferrari (skrrt, skrrt)
Foreign breed, American, she call me papi (yeah, yeah, yeah)
Vroom, vroom, Hellcat, give it to the goons (vroom)
On that Earl Manigault, shootin' it out the spoon
Seen a prom queen smoke crack when I was lil'
Million dollars in cash like I sell drugs (sell drugs)
Gave my bitch a hundred racks, vacuum sealed up (vacuum seal, what?)
Vacuum sealed up

FBG, YSL, know just what's brackin', yeah (yeah, yeah)
Told my story, gotta clear it by your daddy, yeah (yeah, yeah)
FBG, OVO, what's hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)
Richard Mille, all year, what's hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)
YSL bandana, man, what's hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)
D4L, Stunna Man, man, what's hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)
Bowen Homes, you know, that shiesty shit (what's hannenin'?)
You go outside, you better back it

Ayy, go to Palm Springs for a daytrip
Freeband, October's Own, it's the same shit
Shawty keep on knockin' back the shots, better pace this
Whoa, whoa, bank knows presidential faces
Whoa, whoa, Bankhead, started seein' spaceships, whoa
We just started fuckin', she impatient
Now she want a butt lift, now she want some LASIK
Just to see the bag clearer, that way she can chase it
Ayy, ayy
I remember grade six, I was up in Payless tryna get some Asics
Now I'm Nike'd down in a motherfuckin' snake pit
Now I'm type of nigga give it out and I don't take shit

I been in the cut for thirteen thousand months
(Ayy, Southside, where you get all that drip?)
All that brr, you gon' think we from Saudi Arabia
Money comin', brr (yeah)
Ayy, my trap comin' up the street, brr (let's go)
I ran a check up on my feet, brr (run it up)
Bentley talk, Bentley talk, brr (Bentley)
Go ask your mama, I'm a boss, brr (boss)
I got oil, I'm your daddy, brr (daddy)
I bought her a 'Rari (swerve), brr (skrrt, 'Rari, yeah)
I eat calamari, brr (yeah, yeah, yeah)
I'ma let her park me

FBG, YSL, know just what's brackin', yeah (yeah, yeah)
Told my story, gotta clear it by your daddy, yeah (yeah, yeah)
FBG, YSL, what's hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)
Richard Mille, all this year, nigga, what's hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)
Louis Vuitton bandana, bro, what hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)
D4L, Stunna Man, say what's hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)

Bowen Homes, you know, that shiesty shit (what's hannenin'?)
You go outside, you better back it

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "IV" by Anderson/Drake/Parker convey a sense of self-confidence and braggadocio as the artists assert their affiliation with various rap collectives and drop references to luxury brands, expensive watches, and extravagant lifestyles. They assert their knowledge of the streets and warn listeners to be prepared for any confrontation or danger that may arise when venturing outside. The chorus, "FBG, YSL, know just what's brackin'," reflects their association with the Freeband Gang (Future's collective) and Young Stoner Life (Young Thug's collective), suggesting that they are well-connected and aware of what is happening in the rap scene.

The song also touches upon themes of success and transformation. The artists mention their material wealth, such as owning a million dollars in cash and giving their partners large amounts of money. They emphasize their rise from humble beginnings, recalling the days of trying to buy shoes at Payless and contrasting it with their current status of being adorned in expensive Nike and designer brands. The references to drugs and illicit activities add a gritty edge and further establish their tough personas.

Line by Line Meaning

(808 my crew)
My crew is known for their strong presence and influence in the music industry.

(Ayy, Southside, where you get all that drip?)
Hey, Southside, where did you acquire all of those stylish and fashionable items?

Yeah, yeah
Affirming agreement or acknowledgement.

Yeah
Affirming agreement or acknowledgement.

FBG, YSL, know just what's brackin', yeah (yeah, yeah)
The FBG and YSL crews are well aware of what is happening and what is going on.

Told my story, gotta clear it by your daddy, yeah (yeah, yeah)
I have shared my personal experiences and now need approval from your father to ensure accuracy.

FBG, YSL, what's hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)
The FBG and YSL crews want to know what is happening or what is currently taking place.

Richard Mille, all this year, nigga, what's hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)
I have been the owner of Richard Mille watches throughout the year, so what's currently happening?

Louis Vuitton bandana, bro, what hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)
I am wearing a Louis Vuitton bandana, my friend, so what's the current situation?

D4L, Stunna Man, say what's hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)
The members of D4L and Stunna Man would like to know what is happening or going on.

Bowen Homes, you know, that shiesty shit (what's hannenin'?)
We are referring to the shady activities that take place in Bowen Homes, so what's happening there?

You go outside, you better back it
If you venture outside, you must be prepared and ready to defend yourself or your actions.

Oh, my right wrist a Ferrari (skrrt, skrrt)
My right wrist is adorned with luxurious accessories, symbolizing speed and extravagance.

Foreign breed, American, she call me papi (yeah, yeah, yeah)
She refers to me as 'papi' because I possess a mixture of foreign and American qualities.

Vroom, vroom, Hellcat, give it to the goons (vroom)
The Hellcat, a powerful car, is being entrusted to the tough individuals or 'goons'.

On that Earl Manigault, shootin' it out the spoon
Similar to the legendary basketball player Earl Manigault, I excel in my craft, effortlessly shooting like liquid from a spoon.

Seen a prom queen smoke crack when I was lil'
During my childhood, I witnessed a popular and seemingly perfect prom queen engaging in the use of crack cocaine.

Million dollars in cash like I sell drugs (sell drugs)
I possess one million dollars in cash, giving the impression that I am involved in drug dealing.

Gave my bitch a hundred racks, vacuum sealed up (vacuum seal, what?)
I provided my significant other with one hundred thousand dollars, ensuring its safety by vacuum sealing it.

FBG, OVO, what's hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)
The FBG and OVO crews want to know what is happening or taking place.

Richard Mille, all year, what's hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)
I have been the owner of Richard Mille watches throughout the year, so what's currently happening?

YSL bandana, man, what's hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)
I am wearing a YSL bandana, my friend, so what's the current situation?

D4L, Stunna Man, man, what's hannenin'? (What's hannenin'?)
The members of D4L and Stunna Man would like to know what is happening or going on.

Bowen Homes, you know, that shiesty shit (what's hannenin'?)
We are referring to the shady activities that take place in Bowen Homes, so what's happening there?

You go outside, you better back it
If you venture outside, you must be prepared and ready to defend yourself or your actions.

Ayy, go to Palm Springs for a daytrip
Hey, let's go to Palm Springs for a brief and enjoyable outing.

Freeband, October's Own, it's the same shit
Whether it's Freeband or October's Own, it's all essentially the same thing or situation.

Shawty keep on knockin' back the shots, better pace this
The girl keeps consuming alcoholic shots in quick succession, so she should slow down to maintain control.

Whoa, whoa, bank knows presidential faces
Wow, the bank is aware of individuals with significant power and influence.

Whoa, whoa, Bankhead, started seein' spaceships, whoa
Wow, in Bankhead, we began witnessing extraordinary things like spaceships.

We just started fuckin', she impatient
We recently initiated a sexual relationship, and she is displaying impatience.

Now she want a butt lift, now she want some LASIK
Now she desires to enhance her buttocks through surgery, and she also wants LASIK eye surgery.

Just to see the bag clearer, that way she can chase it
She wants to have improved vision to better see her financial opportunities, allowing her to pursue them.

I remember grade six, I was up in Payless tryna get some Asics
I have memories of being in sixth grade, attempting to purchase Asics shoes from the retailer Payless.

Now I'm Nike'd down in a motherfuckin' snake pit
At present, I am exclusively wearing Nike apparel, fully immersed in a situation resembling a dangerous snake pit.

Now I'm type of nigga give it out and I don't take shit
I have become the type of person who freely gives without expecting anything in return.

I been in the cut for thirteen thousand months
I have been secluded and in hiding for an extremely long period of time, specifically thirteen thousand months.

(Ayy, Southside, where you get all that drip?)
Hey, Southside, I'm curious about where you obtained all of those stylish and fashionable items.

All that brr, you gon' think we from Saudi Arabia
Considering the extreme cold sound effects we create, one would assume we originate from Saudi Arabia.

Money comin', brr (yeah)
We are experiencing the arrival of a significant amount of money, hence the cold sound effect 'brr'.

Ayy, my trap comin' up the street, brr (let's go)
Hey, my illegal drug distribution business is thriving and progressing rapidly, indicated by the cold sound effect 'brr'.

I ran a check up on my feet, brr (run it up)
I obtained a massive amount of money or performed a financial transaction that significantly increased my wealth, resulting in the cold sound effect 'brr'.

Bentley talk, Bentley talk, brr (Bentley)
I am discussing my luxurious Bentley car, emphasizing its significance with the cold sound effect 'brr'.

Go ask your mama, I'm a boss, brr (boss)
If you want verification, I suggest consulting your mother since she can confirm that I am a boss or a person in a position of power, as indicated by the cold sound effect 'brr'.

I got oil, I'm your daddy, brr (daddy)
I possess wealth and resources, making me the provider or 'daddy', as emphasized by the cold sound effect 'brr'.

I bought her a 'Rari (swerve), brr (skrrt, 'Rari, yeah)
I purchased a Ferrari car for her, representing my wealth and status, as depicted by the cold sound effects 'swerve', 'skrrt', and 'Rari', accompanied by a confirmation 'yeah'.

I eat calamari, brr (yeah, yeah, yeah)
I indulge in the consumption of calamari, symbolizing my extravagant lifestyle and taste, with the cold sound effect 'brr', followed by confirmations 'yeah'.

I'ma let her park me
I will allow her to take control and guide me in various aspects of life, demonstrating trust and submission.