Overtime
Big Sean Lyrics


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Yeah, whoa, whoa
I just been feeling like, it's all clickin', you know?
(Hit-Boy)
Like it's all working out, and I'm 'bout to work out
Colossal
B.I.G, look

The universe been throwing me all the signs except stop it
Niggas been plotting on me, but here's the plot twist
I can't throw fists no more unless it's profits
Lord, why you keep boxing me in, 'cause I'm God's gift?
I might set my mic back up in the closet, though
Just to give myself that same feeling from '04
When my hunger was more, advice to you and yours
They say it's over for you, that's when you go overboard, okay?
Shit, I didn't take a break, my nigga, I broke
Broke my heart, broke my soul, don't cry for me though
If you don't break nothing down then it's no room to grow
One mental block lead to another, shit it's dominos
Mixtape Sean, but I'm in album mode, ooh
She give me praise, I love her angel face
Ass so fat she could work at TSA (damn)
I went to school at Cass, Aaliyah went to DSA a mile away
Just letting you know the types of kings and queens my city make and I probably need a parade
All the soldiers with me, this shit like green beret
So legendary, I'ma probably need a day (June 29th)
Forgot I already got one, be dammed if I'm not one
You talking 'bout the hottest in the city, most influential rappin' ass niggas and I'm the top one
Me and Em' knocked down doors for y'all that was locked once
I know they might never get me, I still put on for the city like the Lions first round picked me
I ain't been fucking I been too busy, I got two phones they both business
I got fake ones tryin' to end me
I got real ones gon' defend me like a fucking co-defendant
I got Don Life on my pendant, I'm conditioned to do the distance
And I just set up the pensions, family set like my intentions
Been balancing trying to keep my company with the girls who wanna keep me company
You know the ones who claim they over me but would much rather be under me
Is confident and been through too much just to be done with me
And you know that shit gets stressful right?
Shit taxing, the same thing that got Wesley Sniped
And you know how I'm rocking, rocking Elvis Presley white
You know highlight reelin'
All highlights like we sitting on top of museum ceilings
No more resisting
If you ain't on my frequency, you out of tune and not tuned in
To break the unbreakable, escape the unescapable
'Til you push your fucking limits, you don't even know what's capable
Fuck that shit that you believe in, I believe in me
Talkin' on they phones and PC like they off that PCP
Bitch, I spit that Eazy-E, face to face, Smack DVD
I don't got no time for hanging out and all that E-T-C
Just cut the check, C-T-C, Godbody my physique
I can look inside your eyes and know exactly what you mean
Fuck you mean? Energy the first language that I speak
No facade, I belong in the Palace of Versailles with a queen by my side
In this hot girl summer, I'm just trying to find a wife
Visualizing from every island that's on Hawaii
With my team on each side, like ha-ha-ha-ha-ha
With the last laugh like Kawhi
And you know that you that one when you beat all the other odds
I keep one foot planted at home and the other one on swivel though
Gotta keep 'em both 'cause this shit get way too pivotal
All the work is analog, all the payment digital
When tempers tend to flare up, I'm the one to be cool since preschool
I know which ones that's been rocking with me, dawg, since the prequel
Just be cool
I know your favorite one, dawg, I'm 'bout to drop the sequel
Nigga, this just the preview
Don

Strike to claim it, a strike to claim it
And he got it
Goddammit, yes, that is why I did it
Another five, are you kidding me?
That's right




Who do you think you are?
I am

Overall Meaning

Big Sean's "Overtime" is an introspection that deals with Sean's current outlook on life and career. The intro, produced by Hit-Boy, explains how Sean feels everything in his life is clicking and how things are all working out for him. Sean's introspection features a number of themes, including needing to take action and grow, the challenges of preserving relationships, and the challenges of fame. Above all, the lyrics highlight a sense of empowerment Sean's grown to experience in his life.


The song also features Sean's appreciation of his hometown, Detroit. He boasts about the types of legends the city has produced, and his ambitious goal of fueling it with more energy by putting on for the city. Throughout the song, Sean reflects on his past mistakes and lessons, and proclaims his dominance in the rap game.


Overall, "Overtime" is an introspective track that displays Sean's growth and changing perspectives over time. His lyrics encapsulate both the positive and negative pressures that come with his success and how he is managing them.


Line by Line Meaning

The universe been throwing me all the signs except stop it
I feel like everything is coming together and progressing smoothly, except for the negative things that keep happening, but it doesn't stop me.


Niggas been plotting on me, but here's the plot twist
People have been trying to take me down, but they don't know that the unexpected will happen.


I can't throw fists no more unless it's profits
I can only fight if it is going to bring me money, not just because I'm angry.


Lord, why you keep boxing me in, 'cause I'm God's gift?
I feel like I'm being restrained or limited, despite feeling like I have a lot of potential.


I might set my mic back up in the closet, though
I may go back to my humble beginnings, to get the feeling of when I was first starting out.


Just to give myself that same feeling from '04
I want to take myself back to my initial goals and motivations when I first started out.


When my hunger was more, advice to you and yours
I was more driven and passionate back then, and I would advise others to chase their dreams with that same high level of intensity.


They say it's over for you, that's when you go overboard, okay?
When people believe that you can't do it or that it is the end for you, that's when you should strive even harder.


Shit, I didn't take a break, my nigga, I broke
I wasn't resting, I was burning out from overworking myself.


Broke my heart, broke my soul, don't cry for me though
I sacrificed my emotional wellbeing for my art, but I don't want pity.


If you don't break nothing down then it's no room to grow
If you don't challenge yourself or break down your own barriers, you won't be able to develop and mature.


One mental block lead to another, shit it's dominos
One obstacle or setback can quickly lead to more and more difficulties.


Mixtape Sean, but I'm in album mode, ooh
I am focusing on creating a full-length album, despite my past of writing mainly mixtapes.


She give me praise, I love her angel face
She gives me compliments, and I appreciate her sweet and kind face.


Ass so fat she could work at TSA (Damn)
Her butt is so large that she could work for TSA, and make those airport security lines more enjoyable.


I went to school at Cass, Aaliyah went to DSA a mile away
I went to school at Cass, while Aaliyah went to a similar performing arts school not too far.


Just letting you know the types of kings and queens my city make and I probably need a parade
I want to celebrate and showcase the amazing talents that come from my hometown.


All the soldiers with me, this shit like green beret
I have a strong team with me, and it feels like we are a elite and powerful military unit.


So legendary, I'ma probably need a day (June 29th)
I am such a powerful figure that I need at least a day to celebrate my accomplishments (June 29th is his birthday).


Forgot I already got one, be dammed if I'm not one
I already have recognition as a legendary figure, and I will continue to maintain this reputation.


You talking 'bout the hottest in the city, most influential rappin' ass niggas and I'm the top one
I am considered to be the best rapper in my city, the most influential, and most talked-about.


Me and Em' knocked down doors for y'all that was locked once
Myself and Eminem paved the way and opened up opportunities for others that previously were not available.


I know they might never get me, I still put on for the city like the Lions first round picked me
I may not be understood or fully appreciated, but I still represent my city in the best way possible.


I ain't been fucking I been too busy, I got two phones they both business
I have been focused on work more than dating, I have two phones for work purposes only.


I got fake ones tryin' to end me
I have people pretending to be my friends while secretly plotting against me.


I got real ones gon' defend me like a fucking co-defendant
However, I also have genuine friends who will defend and support me like they are on trial with me.


I got Don Life on my pendant, I'm conditioned to do the distance
I have a Don Life chain that represents my work ethic and mindset of always pushing myself to succeed.


And I just set up the pensions, family set like my intentions
I have set my family up with financial stability for the future and my intentions are to provide for them for a long time.


Been balancing trying to keep my company with the girls who wanna keep me company
I am trying to balance time with my work and spending time with women who also want to spend time with me.


You know the ones who claim they over me but would much rather be under me
These women say they are over me, but still want to be physically intimate with me.


Is confident and been through too much just to be done with me
These women have been through a lot in their lives and they have enough confidence to not fully depend on me.


And you know that shit gets stressful right?
This situation can be very stressful.


Shit taxing, the same thing that got Wesley Sniped
This situation can be very tiring and it reminds me of the character Wesley Snipes played.


And you know how I'm rocking, rocking Elvis Presley white
I am dressing in all white like Elvis Presley.


You know highlight reelin'
I am showcasing my best moments and successes.


All highlights like we sitting on top of museum ceilings
Everything in my life feels like a highlight, as if I'm on display in a museum.


No more resisting
I am no longer fighting against anything.


If you ain't on my frequency, you out of tune and not tuned in
If you don't understand me or are not on the same wavelength as me, then you are out of the loop.


To break the unbreakable, escape the unescapable
I am determined to overcome obstacles that seem impenetrable.


'Til you push your fucking limits, you don't even know what's capable
You won't know what you're capable of unless you push yourself beyond your limits.


Fuck that shit that you believe in, I believe in me
I don't care about your beliefs, I only believe in myself.


Talkin' on they phones and PC like they off that PCP
People are talking on their phones and computers privately, as if they were on drugs.


Bitch, I spit that Eazy-E, face to face, Smack DVD
I am a great and legendary rapper, similar to Eazy-E being on Smack DVD.


I don't got no time for hanging out and all that E-T-C
I don't have time for endless socializing and doing extra things.


Just cut the check, C-T-C, Godbody my physique
Just pay me the money, my physique looks great thanks to my own hard work and determination.


I can look inside your eyes and know exactly what you mean
I am great at reading people and can understand their true intentions just by looking them in the eyes.


Energy the first language that I speak
The way I communicate with others is through vibes and energy.


No facade, I belong in the Palace of Versailles with a queen by my side
I am authentic and true to myself, but I still belong in the company of royalty.


In this hot girl summer, I'm just trying to find a wife
Despite the hot girl summer trend, I am still searching for a meaningful relationship.


Visualizing from every island that's on Hawaii
I am imagining and planning out my future from every part of the state of Hawaii.


With my team on each side, like ha-ha-ha-ha-ha
I have my team on either side of me, like a comedic group of friends.


With the last laugh like Kawhi
I'll be laughing last, similar to the way NBA player Kawhi Leonard is known to have the last laugh.


And you know that you that one when you beat all the other odds
You know that you're special when you're able to exceed expectations despite the odds against you.


I keep one foot planted at home and the other one on swivel though
I still have one foot grounded in my roots, while keeping my other foot moving forward and making progress.


Gotta keep 'em both 'cause this shit get way too pivotal
I have to keep both feet grounded while moving forward, because the situation can be unpredictable.


All the work is analog, all the payment digital
I put in a lot of hands-on, manual work, but I receive payment electronically on a computer.


When tempers tend to flare up, I'm the one to be cool since preschool
Since I was young, I have always been level-headed and calm, even in heated situations.


I know which ones that's been rocking with me, dawg, since the prequel
I know which people have been supporting me since the beginning and before my current success.


Just be cool
Just relax and don't stress over the little things.


I know your favorite one, dawg, I'm 'bout to drop the sequel
I know that you liked my previous work, and I am about to release something even better.


Nigga, this just the preview
This is just a sneak peek of what's to come.


Don
This is a nickname I go by.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Chauncey A. Hollis, Dwane M. II Weir, Earl Patrick Taylor, Jesse Adrian Tucker, Kenneth B. Edmonds, Milton A. Tucker, Sean Michael Anderson, Stephen A. Tucker

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Bdice

Big sean's writing and sheer vocal tone is in his own lane.
You never mistake a Big Sean song for anyone else

Elite Sports Report

Deadass

Hope&Taylor Co

N A b

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FACTS

Tre Sanders

right

RomeDCarlo

good point

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Unknwn Spirit777

This song still puts me in go mode !!!! Year ago when this dropped I was struggling with alcoholism & this song really pulled me out of a cold dark place. Thank you Big !!!!!

Onouphrios

peace to you God!! out here tryna pull myself out the gutter with my demons as well

JJ Juinor

🙌🏼👊🏼💪🏼🙏🏼

Patrik Unibaso Urrutia

@Gregory Smith you too m8, lots of respect, have a good one

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