The Plan
Astera Lyrics


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Last time I wrecked it, last time I whipped around
Last time I did the whippets, last time I live reverse
Pour the brown, hit the reverend (yeah), last time I hit your crib
Last time there was no tenants
I done went back in myself, felt like hell
Fuck, I risked it, patience sell
Found you livin', know you thrillin', not for sinnin'
How I got my stripes in business, backin' out in the street
What is wild, let it be, ragers out, gotta eat
Not a vibe (yeah), but a wave, with the sound by the way
Count it down, by the days
To myself, know they wicked, with the moves
I'm drinkin', off the juice, know I'm drinkin'
I be smooth, then I lose it, yeah, yeah now

Close the opera
Hear the red and blue outside, I think our option's up
I recrossed it 'round the map, I had to line it up
I be swervin' on the waves, it's like a line of us
Move in 'verse on my turf, I'm outta line, I put in work
I draw the line and cross it first
I need the time, I need the search
It's just like wine, it make it worse
Skrrt, skrrt in the 'vert, skrrt, skrrt
Ride on land, Boeing jet, make it land
It's slow motion when I dance
In your eyes, I see your trance
I run away and then you prance
If I show the hideaway, would you hide out and let it blam?
Ain't no time, I'm facin' scams, nah, nah

Fuck, I risked it, patience sell
Found you livin', know you thrillin', not for sinnin'
How I got my stripes in business, backin' out in the street
What is wild, let it be, ragers out, gotta eat
Not a vibe (yeah), but a wave, with the sound by the way
Count it down, by the days
To myself, know they wicked, with the moves
I'm drinkin', off the juice, know I'm drinkin'
I be smooth, then I lose it, yeah, yeah now

Close the opera




Close the opera
Close the opera

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Astera's song "The Plan" explore themes of risk-taking, self-reflection, and the constant pursuit of success. The opening lines reference past experiences of recklessness and indulgence, such as wrecking things, doing whippets, and living in reverse. The singer reflects on these past actions with a sense of regret, acknowledging the risks that were taken and the consequences that may have followed.


The mention of pouring brown (presumably alcohol) and hitting the reverend could symbolize seeking solace or redemption through substance abuse or partying. It is suggested that the singer has learned from these experiences and has now taken a different path, perhaps focusing on their career or personal growth. They mention having gone back into themselves, feeling like hell, which could imply an introspective journey or internal struggle.


The lyrics also touch on the idea of reputation and success in business, with the singer mentioning how they earned their stripes and made moves in the street. They express a desire to find balance between wildness and responsibility, acknowledging the need to eat and thrive in a challenging environment. The phrase "not a vibe, but a wave" suggests their determination to make a lasting impact and create a significant presence.


The chorus repeats the lines about risking it, patience selling, and finding someone thrilling, highlighting the ongoing pursuit of excitement and fulfillment. The singer admits to drinking off the juice (possibly referring to alcohol or the thrill of success), acknowledging the highs and lows that come with it. The overall tone of the song seems to be one of introspection, self-awareness, and the constant push to achieve more.


Line by Line Meaning

Last time I wrecked it, last time I whipped around
In the past, I engaged in reckless behavior and moved quickly without thinking


Last time I did the whippets, last time I live reverse
The last time I used drugs and lived in a chaotic manner


Pour the brown, hit the reverend (yeah), last time I hit your crib
I drank alcohol and visited your house in the past


Last time there was no tenants
No one else was present during my previous experiences


I done went back in myself, felt like hell
I reflected on my actions and felt terrible


Fuck, I risked it, patience sell
I took a big chance, knowing that patience is a valuable trait


Found you livin', know you thrillin', not for sinnin'
I discovered that you are living an exciting life, not engaging in wrongdoings


How I got my stripes in business, backin' out in the street
I gained my reputation and expertise through my involvement in street activities


What is wild, let it be, ragers out, gotta eat
If something is wild, allow it to remain that way, as people who are hungry for success are exploring it


Not a vibe (yeah), but a wave, with the sound by the way
It's not just an enjoyable atmosphere, but a movement that is accompanied by the music


Count it down, by the days
Track the progress and measure the time it takes


To myself, know they wicked, with the moves
I recognize that the actions of others can be deceitful and cunning, hiding their true intentions


I'm drinkin', off the juice, know I'm drinkin'
I am consuming alcohol and feeling the effects


I be smooth, then I lose it, yeah, yeah now
I can appear calm and composed, but then suddenly lose control


Close the opera
Put an end to the dramatic and extravagant performance


Hear the red and blue outside, I think our option's up
Hear the sirens of police cars outside, indicating that our choices and opportunities are limited


I recrossed it 'round the map, I had to line it up
I traveled back and forth, strategically planning and arranging my actions


I be swervin' on the waves, it's like a line of us
I skillfully navigate through life's challenges, riding the waves with others


Move in 'verse on my turf, I'm outta line, I put in work
I assert my dominance on my territory, sometimes going beyond acceptable boundaries, while also putting in effort


I draw the line and cross it first
I establish boundaries and then deliberately exceed them


I need the time, I need the search
I require time and exploration to find what I'm looking for


It's just like wine, it make it worse
Similar to wine, it intensifies and exacerbates the situation


Skrrt, skrrt in the 'vert, skrrt, skrrt
The sound of acceleration and quick movements in a convertible car


Ride on land, Boeing jet, make it land
Traveling on the ground and then transitioning to a luxurious Boeing jet


It's slow motion when I dance
When I dance, it feels like time slows down


In your eyes, I see your trance
I can see the state of hypnosis or fixation in your eyes


I run away and then you prance
I escape from a situation, and then you confidently move forward


If I show the hideaway, would you hide out and let it blam?
If I reveal the secret place, will you hide and stay silent when something unexpected happens?


Ain't no time, I'm facin' scams, nah, nah
There is no time to waste, as I am dealing with deceitful schemes


Close the opera
Put an end to the dramatic and extravagant performance




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ebony Naomi Oshunrinde, Jacques Webster, Ludwig Emil Tomas Goransson

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Trap City

Astera & vaib. really killed this amazing cover of Travis Scott's "The Plan", the main soundtrack of the 2020 blockbuster movie "TENET". IT'S LIT!🔥
The Plan by Astera & vaib. out now! https://push.fm/fl/asteravaib-theplan

Muhammad Ali

Very good 👍

hamad:)

Thanks for remix it😍

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Astera

Let's go!

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