Jillian Rose Banks, known mononymously as Banks (stylized in all caps), is … Read Full Bio ↴Jillian Rose Banks, known mononymously as Banks (stylized in all caps), is an American singer and songwriter. Following the release of two EPs, Fall Over and London, in 2013, Banks released her debut album, Goddess, in 2014 to positive reviews from contemporary music critics. It reached number 12 on the US Billboard 200, while its most successful single, "Beggin for Thread", was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Her second studio album, The Altar, was released in September 2016 to a similar positive reception, becoming her second top 20 album in the United States. Her third album, III, was released in 2019. It became her most critically acclaimed release to date and peaked at number 21 on the Billboard 200, as well as number 3 on the Top Albums Sales chart.

Misunderstood
Banks Lyrics

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Seven three eight for the fitted
99 Hoes in my business
Three thirty six for the city
Double up nigga i get it
I don't compare to a nigga that break singles
I only break 100s with bitches that don't mingle
Laces out the yeezys I'm feeling like ray finkle
Gotta pocket full of prezis my nigga they don't jingle

Throw it the bag the tags just don't matter
Only ride strikes my nigga like cold batters
Please Don't compare me to a inbox nigga
I'm at the top of the green Like the tree top nigga
They know that we hot nigga
They wanna know about what we cop nigga
I'm kinda open like a t top nigga
We drop We Rock key lock nigga
We got the dough we change the lox like d block nigga
Prolly make it when I'm 35
I'd rather pop with late truths instead of early lies
In some Nikes laced up with a sturdy tie
In a bag like some curly fries

Doing shit they wishing they could
Young banks pussy nigga still misunderstood

Overall Meaning

In the song Misunderstood by BANKS, the lyrics reference a luxurious and confident lifestyle through the use of various monetary amounts and high-end fashion items. The opening lines refer to a customized fitted hat and the singer's personal life, with "99 Hoes in my business" being a dismissive line about gossip and rumors that might circulate about them. The lyrics continue to talk about money and wealth, with the singer emphasizing that they only deal with people who are equally successful and that they only handle large amounts of money. The line "Laces out the yeezys I'm feeling like ray finkle" is a reference to the film Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, where the singer works to find a kicker named Ray Finkle who missed a game-winning field goal by "laces out" - suggesting that the singer feels similarly precise or determined in their own life. This sense of focus is also evident in the line "Please Don't compare me to an inbox nigga / I'm at the top of the green Like the tree top nigga" where the singer asserts their superiority to others who don't have the same level of success.

The rest of the lyrics continue in this same vein, with the singer boasting about their wealth, their fashion choices, and the level of control they have over their life. However, the final lines of the song - "Young banks pussy nigga still misunderstood" - serve as a reminder that despite all of this confidence and toughness, they may still feel like an outsider or feel like they're not fully understood by those around them.

The song as a whole blends themes of wealth and success with a sense of isolation and feeling like an outsider - it seems to suggest that even people who seem to have everything still might not feel like they fit in or connect with others in the way that they want to. Through this combination of themes, the song paints a nuanced and complex picture of success and the pressures that come with it.

Line by Line Meaning

Seven three eight for the fitted
I spent $738 on my cap

99 Hoes in my business
I have many women in my personal affairs

Three thirty six for the city
I spent $336 for the places where I hang out

Double up nigga i get it
I make a lot of money

I don't compare to a nigga that break singles
I don't consider myself equal to those who only make small amounts of money

I only break 100s with bitches that don't mingle
I only spend my time and money on women who are exclusive to me

Laces out the yeezys I'm feeling like ray finkle
I feel proud and powerful in my designer shoes

Gotta pocket full of prezis my nigga they don't jingle
I have stacks of cash in my pocket

Throw it the bag the tags just don't matter
I don't care about the price tag on my possessions

Only ride strikes my nigga like cold batters
I only ride in luxury cars

Please Don't compare me to a inbox nigga
I don't want to be compared to someone who is not on my level

I'm at the top of the green Like the tree top nigga
I've reached a high level of success

They know that we hot nigga
People recognize that we are successful

They wanna know about what we cop nigga
People are curious about what we buy

I'm kinda open like a t top nigga
I am successful and enjoy showing off my wealth

We drop We Rock key lock nigga
I am successful and enjoy showing off my wealth

We got the dough we change the lox like d block nigga
We make enough money to change our physical features, like hairstyles

Prolly make it when I'm 35
I expect to achieve even more success by the time I turn 35

I'd rather pop with late truths instead of early lies
I would rather live honestly and be successful later on than to achieve success through dishonest means

In some Nikes laced up with a sturdy tie
I feel empowered and confident in my fashionable and expensive shoes

In a bag like some curly fries
I spend money easily and frivolously, like buying a fast food treat

Doing shit they wishing they could
I am successful and living a lifestyle that others aspire to have

Young banks pussy nigga still misunderstood
Despite my success and wealth, people still misunderstand me and my lifestyle

Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Darryl Ellis

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Grace Garcia

2y↑36

"Misunderstood"

If I had just one penny for
Every time somebody didn't get me, I wouldn't need this hustle, man
But damn I love this hustle
You don't have to understand

Please let me be
Please let me be
Misunderstood
Oh
Please let me be
Please let me be
Misunderstood

If I had just one dollar for
Every time somebody didn't listen, I wouldn't need these vocals, man
But I still got my mic in hand
You don't have to be my stand

Please let me be
Please let me be
Misunderstood
Oh
Please let me be
Please let me be
Misunderstood

Please let me be
Please let me be
Please let me be
Please let me be
Please let me be
Please let me be
Misunderstood

All comments from YouTube:

Her name is Banks_ Facts

2y↑27

The clashing sounds convey perfectly the feeling of self confusion one might get from being constantly misinterpreted and left alone. Smart choice!

Christopher Lewis

2y↑41

Wish this was longer!!! LOVE YOU, BANKS!!!!! 💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞

KG pineda

♥

Grace Garcia

2y↑36

Brian Foster

I think it's "You don't have to be my Stan" - referencing the Eminem song about one of his (fictional) fans.

KG pineda

2y↑1

LOVE THANKS

yoursweethoney

2y↑4

Been a fan since I was a teen & BANKS your music always connects with me on a deeper level. Thank you for continuing your journey and sharing you art with us!! Hope everyone is loving the album 🤗