The first single from B.o.B's second album is Strange Clouds. It features Lil Wayne and according to the Strange Clouds Songfacts, it "is 3 minutes 47 seconds of bass heavy bragging.". The song was released on October 3, 2011.
All I Know
B.o.B Lyrics
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I wanna go in every mall in every state in every country and buy shit
Whether I can afford it or not, nigga
I want bitches, I want cars, I don't give a fuck, I want it all
That's what the fuck we're here for
Say enough about a dream nigga
I'm just tryna keep it real nigga
I'm just tryna keep it real nigga
Say enough about a dream nigga
I'm just tryna keep it real nigga
Say enough about a dream nigga
It's just so many woman
It's just so many chains
It's just so many watches
It's just too many things, I want!
Whoa, whoa, whoa
It's just so many trips
It's just so many bottles
It's just too many whips
It's just too many models, I want!
Whoa, whoa, whoa
All I want is money
Money, money, money
That's all I want
Big face hundred
Hundred, hundred, hundred
That's all I want, that's all I want
That's all I want, that's all I want
Not a day's goes by
It ain't on my mind
I ain't gon' front
I ain't gon' lie
I'd rather have a M than an empty pocket
If hundreds ain't in them them jeans ain't mine, I
That's what I want muthafucka
I'll never be a bum muthafucka
You talking about like it ain't about the money
You just sound like a dumb muthafucka
A house on the hill by the lake
All real niggas can relate
You tryna book me for free?
But my rent is due on today
A better life is what we're after
Because every dream I gotta capture
I always knew that I would blow up one day
Like a nuclear reactor
All I want is money
Money, money, money
That's all I want
Big face hundred
Hundred, hundred, hundred
That's all I want, that's all I want
That's all I want, that's all I want
From the cradle to a label
From decatur to the majors to papers, no more neighbors
I used to say I never cared about the money until I put food on my momma's table
Follow the trail
Could've been in jail
The way that I live
Could have been fatal
Must have had an angel
It's funny how I'm always on the screen
But as a teen I never had cable
But now I won it all
The world, the ladies, the whips
I took a fantasy and made it exist
No one ever handed us shit
We took what we had and made it the shit
That's transforming dusty to luxury
Being off in the cut, the cutlery
That's the gist, that's the summary
So if you feel how I'm feeling then fuck with me!
All I want is money
Money, money, money
That's all I want
Big face hundred
Hundred, hundred, hundred
That's all I want, that's all I want
That's all I want, that's all I want
All I want is money
Money, money, money
That's all I want
Big face hundred
Hundred, hundred, hundred
That's all I want, that's all I want
That's all I want, that's all I want
It's just so many woman
It's just so many chains
It's just so many watches
It's just too many things, I want!
Whoa, whoa, whoa
The lyrics of B.o.B's song "All I Know" reflect the materialistic wishes and desires of the artist. He expresses his insatiable hunger for all things luxurious and expensive, without caring about the price or the consequences. He wants to go to every mall, in every state, in every country, and buy whatever he desires, even if he cannot afford it. The artist wants cars, bitches, clothes, watches, trips, bottles, and anything that catches his eye. He believes that life is all about achieving his dreams, which he can only accomplish if he has money.
Throughout the song, B.o.B emphasizes his desire for money and the importance of money, in contrast to his previous belief that money is not everything. He emphasizes that he wants a "big face hundred", more than anything else. For him, the absence or deficiency of money in his pocket is a source of fear, and he would prefer a "M" to an empty pocket. He wants a better life, full of luxury, and is not afraid of hard work and dedication to achieve his goals.
The lyrics of "All I Know" reflect the materialistic culture that promotes consumerism without considering the consequences of personal financial debt and environmental destruction. B.o.B's lyrics show how this particular culture has become a norm in modern societies, with many aspiring to a luxurious lifestyle, without questioning their real needs or the meaning of happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
I want everything I see
I wish to buy everything I set my eyes on, without considering my ability to afford it, be it anywhere in any country or state.
Whether I can afford it or not, nigga
I am not concerned with whether I have the financial capability to purchase what I want or not.
I want bitches, I want cars, I don't give a fuck, I want it all
I desire fancy cars and desirable women; I have no regards for anything else and will pursue it relentlessly.
Say enough about a dream nigga
Let's stop talking about dreams and focus on reality and what is achievable in it.
It's just so many woman
There are so many attractive women that I want in my life.
It's just so many chains
There are so many chains that I want to possess as material possessions.
All I want is money
I am determined to obtain maximum wealth through any means possible.
Not a day's goes by
Each day that passes, I have not been able to stop thinking about my desire for money.
You talking about like it ain't about the money
If you think that life is not all about wealth, it just indicates your ignorance on the subject.
A better life is what we're after
We pursue money for the sake of having a better life compare to the current one.
We took what we had and made it the shit
We made the most of what we had and turned it into something big; we worked hard for our success.
It's just so many watches
There is an overwhelming number of watches that I want to obtain as personal items.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ASIA BRYANT, DEMETRICE ANTWAN THOMAS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@osakoedward
I like the conversations in the comment section. Intellectual and meaningful. I really hate how people have reduced the comment section to "who's listening in 20XX". To have one as meaningful as this one brings joy to my heart.
@rayharris4061
B.o.B is sooooooo underrated.
Dope lyrics
True art of storytelling
@MaspLimsic
I think the fans should respect that he is telling the truth. I mean at least he's being honest.
@messifan07
To appreciare this song you must understand the point of view. He is not talking about himself at this point in time. Rather he is talking about his Point of view of the past. Towards the end it changes and sees everything in a more mature way.
@SirDave
Love the video. B.o.B is versatile. He has always been hood, but able to be mainstream too, don't get it twisted. Just because he's had majority success in the mainstream/pop field, doesn't mean that's his only side, especially artistically. This video is so creative because most would think it'd just be him throwing money, big booty girls, in the club, etc. But the video actually has a story to it.It's a universal message (all the different ethnicities of people, and half of the dollars as their face, and the other half as their actual fact) to go after more in life, and to not settle for poverty even though the lyrics kinda express it differently like maybe in a boastful way.
@Scaarfii
That's what I got out of it. We all do reallly want money. Its a major asset for living. You should never settle for the low levels of poverty.
@SirDave
Exactly Scaarfii
@Animemaniacman
Money = Freedom. It would be unnatural not to want it. 1st time i listened to this song I misunderstood it for another one of those "I got money" type songs. Listening to it again, I realise he's talking from our perspective. This is real man.
@MrSmiletoomuch
Any man of value can go astray but a wise man stays the same. Its nice to hear B.O.B. find a balance to show his real self. No human is perfect but we strive for perfection. B.O.B. good luck on your journey and I hope t hear great music from you in the future. The album is great its very had to make a complete album.
@spd821
Another Great Song by B.o.B LOVE IT!!! KEEPIN IT REAL!