Rapping since the 6th grade, he built a hometown fan base with his first mixtape Calboy the Wildboy and breakout, platinum-selling single “Envy Me” in 2018.
The following year, Calboy signed with RCA Records and released his debut studio album, Wildboy, featuring the hit track “Chariot” with Meek Mill, Young Thug, and Lil Durk. He dropped a follow-up EP, Long Live the Kings, and it’s deluxe edition in 2020.
Purpose
Calboy Lyrics
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Niggas know I'm in first place
Niggas broke, can't get no bread, that boy a bird brain
Niggas dissin' me, might catch him in the worst way
(Kash, turn me up a little bit)
Niggas know I'm in first place
Niggas broke, can't get no bread, that boy a bird brain
And my shawty gon' blow his candles out like birthday
And my shooter's gun squad might pull up to your workplace
Oh, yeah, ay, I'm tryna count these bands
I ain't talkin' 'bout bird gate, but I'm tryna hop in this bed
On the block we lurkin', shoot a fuck nigga in the head, ay
Broke niggas make me nervous, I just wanna count these deads
Fucked a bitch off this Perky, I ain't even count my meds
Bitch, I ain't lackin', I grip this 30, nigga wan' tweak it, I'm sprayin'
And I slide up in the trap and I found my purpose, I was tryna move these grams
Had to scrape that pot, did it way too perfect, Unc like, "I'll be damned"
I just been smokin' Gelato, I got a drill full of hollows
I got a bitch, she a model, she wanna suck it and swallow
Woke up one morning and found that I'm plottin', my niggas had popped me a bottle
Now the whole gang pullin' up in them Bentleys, we used to be deep in the Tahoes
I'm the man with the plan, with the bands in my hand and I still don't give no fuck
If you stuck in that jam, you'd tell on your mans, don't talk to me 'bout no trust
Rounds, rounds, we let 'em bust, wanna get wild? Then, nigga, it's up
Smoke out the pound, nigga, I'm stuck, them killers around so you can get touched
Fucked a bitch off this Perky, I ain't even count my meds
Bitch, I ain't lackin', I grip this 30, nigga wan' tweak it, I'm sprayin'
And I slide up in the trap and I found my purpose, I was tryna move these grams
Had to scrape that pot, did it way too perfect, Unc like, "I'll be damned"
Fucked a bitch off this Perky, I ain't even count my meds
Bitch, I ain't lackin', I grip this 30, nigga wan' tweak it, I'm sprayin'
And I slide up in the trap and I found my purpose, I was tryna move these grams
Had to scrape that pot, did it way too perfect, Unc like, "I'll be damned"
I'm in my bag and my Birkin, hope you don't take shit personal
A nigga had to get rich on purpose, been tryna make shit work with you
I was in too deep with gorillas, walk in the meetings with killers
Now I'm in meetings, tryna figure out somewhere the youngins can eat in the winter
Born sinner, foreign whipper, Dior prints
Had to switch up my old image, I'm a cold nigga
I was frontline with most my hittas, I prolly roll with you
Pussy, hangin' with who told, you ain't no different
And when I get in mode, I can feel my soul shiftin'
I been through so much shit, you might feel involved listenin'
Gotta duck cops, know they wanna give us all sentences
But I'm on a mission, the money gon' come reward 'cause niggas was riskin' it
Fucked a bitch off this Perky, I ain't even count my meds
Bitch, I ain't lackin', I grip this 30, nigga wan' tweak it, I'm sprayin'
And I slide up in the trap and I found my purpose, I was tryna move these grams
Had to scrape that pot, did it way too perfect, Unc like, "I'll be damned"
Fucked a bitch off this Perky, I ain't even count my meds
Bitch, I ain't lackin', I grip this 30, nigga wan' tweak it, I'm sprayin'
And I slide up in the trap and I found my purpose, I was tryna move these grams
Had to scrape that pot, did it way too perfect, Unc like, "I'll be damned"
(Kash, turn me up a little bit)
In the song "Purpose" by Calboy, the rapper talks about his journey to finding his purpose through hardships and struggles. The chorus emphasizes his success as he declares himself in first place, while also criticizing those who are envious and broke, calling them "bird brains." He also warns those who disrespect him, threatening them with violence.
The verses contain vivid imagery of his life in the streets, dealing drugs and carrying guns. The use of drugs, specifically Perky, is a common theme throughout his verses, highlighting the destructive nature of addiction. He also touches on his relationships, both with his girl and his crew, acknowledging that he had to cut some people out of his life to succeed.
Overall, the song is a reflection on his life and the journey he had to take to get to where he is now. He found his purpose through the grind and the pain, and is now reaping the benefits of his hard work.
Line by Line Meaning
I found my purpose
Calboy has discovered his life's purpose
Niggas know I'm in first place
Calboy is succeeding and winning in life
Niggas broke, can't get no bread, that boy a bird brain
People who are poor and can't make money are foolish
Niggas dissin' me, might catch him in the worst way
Calboy will retaliate harshly against anyone who disrespects him
And my shawty gon' blow his candles out like birthday
Calboy's partner will extinguish his opposition easily
And my shooter's gun squad might pull up to your workplace
Calboy's armed companions may come to your job site
Oh, yeah, ay, I'm tryna count these bands
Calboy is focused on making money
I ain't talkin' 'bout bird gate, but I'm tryna hop in this bed
Calboy is not talking about a controversy involving birds, but instead, trying to have sex
On the block we lurkin', shoot a fuck nigga in the head, ay
Calboy and his associates are waiting and watching, ready to take out any enemies
Broke niggas make me nervous, I just wanna count these deads
Calboy is uncomfortable around those who are poor and just wants to focus on making money and defeating his enemies
Fucked a bitch off this Perky, I ain't even count my meds
Calboy had sex with someone while under the influence of prescription drugs
Bitch, I ain't lackin', I grip this 30, nigga wan' tweak it, I'm sprayin'
Calboy is well-prepared and ready to defend himself with his firearm if provoked
And I slide up in the trap and I found my purpose, I was tryna move these grams
Calboy found his purpose in life while selling drugs out of a trap house
Had to scrape that pot, did it way too perfect, Unc like, "I'll be damned"
Calboy successfully and flawlessly scraped his drug paraphernalia and his uncle is impressed
I'm in my bag and my Birkin, hope you don't take shit personal
Calboy is focused on himself and his designer handbag, and doesn't want anyone to take offense
A nigga had to get rich on purpose, been tryna make shit work with you
Calboy intentionally set out to become wealthy, but has been trying to make a relationship work as well
I was in too deep with gorillas, walk in the meetings with killers
Calboy was deeply involved with dangerous people and regularly associated with violent individuals
Now I'm in meetings, tryna figure out somewhere the youngins can eat in the winter
Calboy is now attending meetings to plan and provide for young people in need during the colder months of the year
Born sinner, foreign whipper, Dior prints
Calboy was born into sin, but drives a luxurious foreign car and wears high-end clothing
Had to switch up my old image, I'm a cold nigga
Calboy had to change his previous persona, and is now a tough and unforgiving person
I was frontline with most my hittas, I prolly roll with you
Calboy was directly involved and familiar with most of his associates, and would likely be comfortable with anyone
Pussy, hangin' with who told, you ain't no different
Calboy doesn't respect anyone who associates with people who snitch or betray their friends
And when I get in mode, I can feel my soul shiftin'
Calboy experiences a significant change in his emotions and behavior when he is in a certain mindset
I been through so much shit, you might feel involved listenin'
Calboy has experienced many challenging situations and listeners may relate to his experiences
Gotta duck cops, know they wanna give us all sentences
Calboy must avoid the police because he knows they will try to arrest him and his associates
But I'm on a mission, the money gon' come reward 'cause niggas was riskin' it
Calboy has a goal, and the financial gain he receives will make any risk worth it
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Calvin Woods, Herbert Randall Wright, Jack Gibson, Kingsley Izenwata
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@444bakari9
"I been through so much shit you might feel involved listening" That's cold
@Swagmageedelaghetto
That's what turn niggas into wannabe gangsters nowadays tho
@444bakari9
@@Swagmageedelaghetto hell yeah
@rollieremo0099
D He Plugged https://youtu.be/OF_6X9wLtek
@jeromeelmore4568
On my baby herb was throwing knock outs calboy throwing jabs
@jeromeelmore4568
@@Swagmageedelaghetto you ain't never lied but he just telling his story his life he dont promote gang violence though but he does express what he went through in songs. People just take shit the wrong way
@mg192
Herb snapped on this period. He don’t always gotta be yelling to be fire. His calm flow provided balance to the song.
@davyroger3773
Honestly Calboys autotune was outta key with the beat
@thedevilsrockstxr2309
Davy Roger it’s meant to be off kilter
@mak_baby
you have no clue wut u talkin bout