Horsepower
C.J.Bolland Lyrics


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[Chorus]

Shawty foreign like Porsches
I just want horses
Talkin' bout power, grindin' so that we can be on the Forbes List
This beat is scorchin'
Spit fire like torches
ShanefromtheAve produced it, J. Wise sent it to the morgue (yeahhh)
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[Verse]

Visioning millions
Yeah we go get the funds
Where I'm from they might light you up like Con Edison
Homie on the curb
He'll serve the time or the herb
Careful how you live your life
Karma gives what you deserve
I preserve my peace of mind smokin' couple dimes at a time
If they bring me in for questioning, I'm silent like a mime
Link homie at the dead end, exchange the trees for the ends
Ya'll don't need to know the rest (nah)
This game like chess, ya hoe a pawn and I'm a horse
Hit the L, take your jawn (of course)
Rollin' stinky like a corpse and I ain't tellin' on the source
I don't snitch
I just vibe and flow switch
Pour henny when we roll piff
Queens NYC on this;
Ride through Brooklyn with the piff,
Momma told me to quit the shits,
9 to 5 I ain't with the shit,
THC all up in my piss,
To eat i gotta make a flip;
Lacked faith in God, for a bit,
But now I gotta give all thanks to God whenever I spit





[Chorus}

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to C.J.Bolland's song "Horsepower" convey a sense of aspiration, hustle, and staying true to oneself in the face of challenges. The chorus highlights the desire for success and the pursuit of power, represented metaphorically by the imagery of foreign cars and horses. The mention of being on the Forbes List emphasizes a lofty goal and the determination to grind and achieve financial success.


In the verse, the lyrics delve into the harsh realities of life, particularly in the singer's neighborhood. The reference to Con Edison, a major energy company, suggests the potential danger and violence that exists in their environment. The line about karma emphasizes the importance of living a righteous life and facing the consequences of one's actions. The singer finds solace in smoking marijuana, using it as a coping mechanism and a way to maintain peace of mind. The lyrics also touch on loyalty and confidentiality, with a strong emphasis on not snitching.


Overall, "Horsepower" is a song about ambition, survival, and overcoming obstacles. It emphasizes the need for hard work, staying true to oneself, and giving thanks for blessings along the way.


Line by Line Meaning

Shawty foreign like Porsches
The person I'm referring to is an attractive woman who is exotic and desirable, just like luxury cars.


I just want horses
I desire power and success, symbolized by horses, which represents strength and speed.


Talkin' bout power, grindin' so that we can be on the Forbes List
I am focused on achieving power and success, working tirelessly to reach a level of wealth and influence that earns recognition on the Forbes List.


This beat is scorchin'
The instrumental track I'm using is extremely hot and intense.


Spit fire like torches
I express myself with intense passion and lyrical skill, metaphorically comparing my words to fire.


ShanefromtheAve produced it, J. Wise sent it to the morgue (yeahhh)
ShanefromtheAve is the producer of this track, while J. Wise delivered the final version with exceptional mastery, making it perfect.


Visioning millions
I have a clear mental image of accumulating vast amounts of money.


Yeah we go get the funds
I am determined to take action and acquire the necessary financial resources.


Where I'm from they might light you up like Con Edison
In my neighborhood, people are often violent and may shoot you like Con Edison, a reference to a well-known electricity company, symbolizing a dangerous act.


Homie on the curb
A friend of mine is standing on the street corner.


He'll serve the time or the herb
He will either go to jail for his actions or resort to selling drugs to make a living.


Careful how you live your life
It's essential to be cautious and make wise choices in the way you lead your life.


Karma gives what you deserve
The consequences of your actions, both good and bad, will come back to you in the form of karma, giving you what you rightfully deserve.


I preserve my peace of mind smokin' couple dimes at a time
I maintain my inner tranquility by smoking small amounts of marijuana, finding a temporary escape and relaxation.


If they bring me in for questioning, I'm silent like a mime
In the situation where law enforcement interrogates me, I choose to remain silent, just like a mime who communicates without words.


Link homie at the dead end, exchange the trees for the ends
Meeting up with a friend who is stuck in a hopeless situation, we exchange drugs for money as a means of survival.


Ya'll don't need to know the rest (nah)
I don't need to disclose further details or information about this situation.


This game like chess, ya hoe a pawn and I'm a horse
The music industry operates like a strategic game of chess, where some individuals, like a pawn, are easily manipulated, but I, like a horse, possess strength and the ability to make impactful moves.


Hit the L, take your jawn (of course)
I smoke marijuana, or 'hit the L,' and then take your girl or 'jawn,' as an expression of confidence and charm.


Rollin' stinky like a corpse and I ain't tellin' on the source
I am smoking potent and strong marijuana, suggesting a pungent smell, but I will not reveal where I obtained it from.


I don't snitch
I do not cooperate with authorities or betray others by providing information.


I just vibe and flow switch
My approach to music is to go with the flow and adapt my style effortlessly, switching between different vibes and sounds.


Pour henny when we roll piff
As we smoke marijuana, we also pour Hennessy, a brand of cognac, to enhance the experience and indulge in additional pleasure.


Queens NYC on this;
I proudly represent Queens, New York City, with my music and lifestyle.


Ride through Brooklyn with the piff
I cruise through the streets of Brooklyn, enjoying my marijuana as I go.


Momma told me to quit the shits
My mother advised me to stop engaging in negative or dangerous activities.


9 to 5 I ain't with the shit
I am not interested in working a traditional 9 to 5 job, as it does not align with my aspirations and lifestyle.


THC all up in my piss
As a frequent marijuana user, the chemical compound THC is present in my urine.


To eat i gotta make a flip;
In order to sustain myself and make a living, I need to make a significant profit or turn things around.


Lacked faith in God, for a bit
I went through a period where I had doubts and lost my trust in God or a higher power.


But now I gotta give all thanks to God whenever I spit
Presently, I express my gratitude and acknowledge all the blessings from God whenever I rap or perform.




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nathaniel2056

30 years old and can still make the hairs of my neck stand up. Absolute classic and will be till the day I die.

Jason Beswick

Same. Iโ€™ve always loved this track but never knew wot it was called. I used to try describing it as the aeroplane tune. Then I heard it at Thunderdome rebuild and ask Jay Weardan wot it was called and he told me Iโ€™ve not stopped playing it since ๐Ÿ’ฏ๐Ÿ’ฏ๐Ÿ™ƒ

Struckgold

This tune came into my head after almost 30 years and took me a while to find because I couldn't remember the title but knew it was related to power. What an absolute banger.

blah blahh

Greatest hard House drop in history. I can remember that riff kicking & standing looking into the cones of a massive rave speaker stack- I was convinced they were firing out a sizzling lightning effect that was leaping from person to person. Still sounds incredible now.

hyperreal coyote

blah blahh hell yea i know exactly what you mean..the feeling

summerteeeth

Envious of the way you got to hear this at first. Me? In my bedsit (on my own, headphones on) in '92, on Kiss FM. I hate myself...lol I never did get on with clubs, though. I'll tell you something, even in that setting, this track still took my mind elsewhere - I guess that counts for something, right?

Fiji74

well quantum physics have shown today that sound & light are both vibrational frequencies that influence our mind , so perhaps you DID actually see a sizzling light leaping from person to person XD

Rick Terscale

Berlin Nightclub 1992... the place went off, the dance floor went crazy when this track was dropped.
Old school Techno was so amazing.

roneugenius

Awesome !

sunflowereye

Still is & still sounds fresh today. Long live the old skool sound.

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