Ballin'
C.M.P. Lyrics


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Where were you when I was gone
You told me you gave up on that man
And it don't get better with time no no no no
Say anything you want to me babe
You still gunna be the same I know
But why can't you be mine
Why can't you be mine
Girl it's the summer time
So why can't you be mine
Why can't you be mine
Why can't you be mine, be my summer time
And if she says no
Guess I'm ballin' alone
And if she won't be my summer time
C Ballin's ballin' alone
You say "it's hot out here, we should go inside"
But baby, baby baby, it just turned night (ballin' alone)
Just turned night and you're by my side
I can't apologize, I would be here all night
Shawty give me one more chance
I swear that you'll be mine
Be my summer time
Or I'm ballin' alone




It's summer time
And I'm ballin' alone

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to C.M.P.'s song Ballin' are catchy and upbeat, with a mix of solipsism and braggadocio. The hook "Can't you see, can't you see, that you shouldn't sleep on me" suggests that the singer is trying to prove themselves to those who underestimate them, and the comparison to Giannis Antetounkoumpo, a well-known NBA player, reinforces this idea of rising to the top. Throughout the verses, C.M.P. flexes their lyrical abilities and boasts about their success, punctuated by the repetition of the line "Big ballin like I'm Antetounkoumpo."


The first verse features a clever play on words, with the dual meanings of "pause" and "snooze" suggesting a brief delay and a longer rest, respectively. C.M.P. portrays themselves as a confident driver of a new car, gazing up at the stars and celebrating their wealth and status. The ensuing line about having a way with words aligns with this idea of self-promotion and suggests that C.M.P.'s strength lies in their lyrical abilities. The following lines touch on travel and exploration, using the metaphor of skiing to indicate a sense of adventure and freedom.


The second verse expands upon the theme of ambition and perseverance, with C.M.P. likening their big ideas to those of "Meechie," a friend, and sumo wrestlers. The mention of judo reinforces the idea of strength through technique and strategy, underscoring C.M.P.'s determination. The line "I get labeled as too much, cuz I see straight through the bull" suggests that C.M.P. is misunderstood or undervalued by those who don't see their potential. However, the final lines suggest that the singer wants to be with someone else who shares their drive and goal-oriented mindset.


Overall, Ballin' is a song about self-confidence and ambition, with a focus on working hard to achieve success and prove oneself to others.


Line by Line Meaning

Can't you see, can't you see That you shouldn't sleep on me
I am capable and worthy of respect, don't underestimate me.


She hit me with the pause, what's the snooze for When I pull off in a brand new two door Looked up and saw the stars, what's a roof for When you Big ballin like Antetounkoumpo
I am living luxuriously and confidently, why settle for less?


I have a way with words, it's gentle like a Breeze One tickle of flow and you just might sneeze or wheeze Cuz now your surrounded by the trees and the leaves So if it snows, just pull out your skis Cuz we traveling the world with the Visa You wanna get away? Look at your problems, tell em see ya
My rhymes are smooth and powerful, transporting you to new experiences and a carefree mindset.


I don't wanna be your Vision or Gomorrah, don't want either They're gone in a snap no onomatopoeia
I don't want to be a fleeting moment or something to satisfy your desires, those things can disappear quickly.


They thinkin big like Meechie, I'm thinking big like sumo You can't knock me on my feet, since I'm kickin it like judo I get labeled as too much, cuz I see straight through the bull And though I may have complex needs, you don't see me in no group home
I am focused on achieving great things, and won't let anyone bring me down. Despite facing challenges, I am strong and independent.


Its wrong and you right I'm not tryna pick a fight I'm just saying I would rather be with you like day and light And despite being total opposites like day and night If we still catchin' feelings best believe we catchin' flights
We may have our differences, but that shouldn't stop us from being together and experiencing new adventures.


Big ballin like I'm Antetounkoumpo
I am confident and successful, comparable to the NBA player Antetounkoumpo.




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Colin Pruitt

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