Rollin
Calvin Harris feat. Future & Khalid Lyrics


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I've been rollin' on the freeway
I've been riding 85
I've been thinking way too much
And I'm way too gone to drive
I got anger in my chest
I got millions on my mind
And you didn't fit the picture
So I guess you weren't the vibe
I've been rollin' on the freeway
I've been riding 85
I've been thinking way too much
And I'm way too gone to drive
I got anger in my chest
I got millions on my mind
And you didn't fit the picture
So I guess you weren't the vibe

L-O-V-E on my right leg, that's Gucci (know what I'm sayin'?)
L-O-V-E on my main ho, that's pucci (get what I'm sayin'?)
Caught a lil' jetlag but I'm golden, damn
We deserve Grammys and some Oscars, damn
They deserve wammys, they imposters
I be rollin' with my project homies, it's a vibe
I just did some pills with the homie, it's a vibe

Bend her over, switch sides, it's a vibe

I come through with strippers and some shottas
I gotta accept that I'm a monster
I pull up in several different options
Not all, but most of 'em came topless
I'll shatter your dreams with this cream I make
Gotta be on codeine to think of shit I say

I can't feel my toes and ain't gon' fold up
I was in the parkin' lot when I rolled up

I've been rollin' on the freeway
I've been riding 85
I've been thinking way too much
And I'm way too gone to drive
I got anger in my chest
I got millions on my mind
And you didn't fit the picture
So I guess you weren't the vibe
I've been rollin' on the freeway
I've been riding 85
I've been thinking way too much
And I'm way too gone to drive
I got anger in my chest

I got millions on my mind
And you didn't fit the picture
So I guess you weren't the vibe

Pluto
Gotta dig what I'm sayin', Chanel draped on me, baby
Gotta dig what I'm sayin', she look like she's sponsored by Mercedes
Dig what I'm sayin', this cree cologne is on me, baby (you dig?)
Dig what I'm sayin'? I'm goin' hard (hard, yeah)

I pop up bubbly in your memory
You should be glad I'm showin' you sympathy (show you sympathy)
I gave you, took you up out the gutter (out the gutter)
Ever let you go, you gon' suffer (you gon' suffer from it)

I come through with strippers and some shottas
I gotta accept that I'm a monster
I pull up in several different options

Not all, but most of 'em came topless
I'll shatter your dreams with this cream I make
Gotta be on codeine to think of shit I say
I can't feel my toes and ain't gon' fold up
I was in the parkin' lot when I rolled up

Yeah, L.O.V.E. on my right leg
Nah Hendrix overload, dig what I'm sayin'?
I feel like I should be giving up
You can't leave this, it's too much
But I'm tired of you leading me on, oh no
I don't like where this shit is going
You heart is stuck in all your apologies
Gave you my all but you went off on me




Keep your love, it doesn't feel the same
I hope it hurts you when you're hearin' my name

Overall Meaning

The song Rollin by Calvin Harris feat. Future & Khalid is about the emotions and thoughts that come with driving on the freeway. The first verse talks about going too fast on the freeway (85 miles per hour) and being too lost in thought and emotion to drive well. The second verse talks about the singer's anger and preoccupation with their own wealth, which causes them to be unable to connect with someone who doesn't fit their idea of what they want in a relationship.


The chorus repeats the first verse, emphasizing the singer's inner turmoil and irresponsibility on the freeway. The third verse brings in the perspective of another person, who is also preoccupied with wealth and status symbols, like Chanel clothing and Mercedes sponsorship. The singer is feeling tired of being strung along in a relationship where apologies are not enough, and they no longer feel the same love. The singer hopes that hearing their name hurts the other person.


The song showcases the emptiness and fleeting satisfaction of material success and how it can lead to a loss of connection with others. It brings up the idea that happiness cannot be found through wealth and success alone, and that it is necessary to appreciate the present moment instead of being lost in fantasies of the future.


Line by Line Meaning

I've been rollin' on the freeway
I have been driving on the freeway.


I've been riding 85
I have been driving at a speed of 85ish miles per hour.


I've been thinking way too much
I am overthinking things.


And I'm way too gone to drive
I am too intoxicated to drive.


I got anger in my chest
I am feeling angry.


I got millions on my mind
I am thinking about making millions of dollars.


And you didn't fit the picture
You were not what I was looking for.


So I guess you weren't the vibe
You did not match my personality or mood.


L-O-V-E on my right leg, that's Gucci (know what I'm sayin'?)
I have the word LOVE tattooed on my right leg, which is cool.


L-O-V-E on my main ho, that's pucci (get what I'm sayin'?)
I have the word LOVE tattooed on my main girlfriend's body, which is even cooler.


Caught a lil' jetlag but I'm golden, damn
I am a little tired from traveling, but I am doing well overall.


We deserve Grammys and some Oscars, damn
We deserve to win major music and film awards.


They deserve wammys, they imposters
Other artists do not deserve recognition or awards.


I be rollin' with my project homies, it's a vibe
I spend time with my friends from my neighborhood and we have a good time together.


I just did some pills with the homie, it's a vibe
I just took drugs with my friend and we are having a good time.


Bend her over, switch sides, it's a vibe
I am having sex with someone and trying different positions, and it feels good.


I come through with strippers and some shottas
I arrive with exotic dancers and some associates with guns.


I gotta accept that I'm a monster
I must recognize that I have some negative qualities.


I pull up in several different options
I arrive in various luxury vehicles.


Not all, but most of 'em came topless
Not every car I arrive in has a roof, but most do not.


I'll shatter your dreams with this cream I make
I will destroy your aspirations using the money I earn.


Gotta be on codeine to think of shit I say
I need the drug codeine to be creative with my music lyrics.


I can't feel my toes and ain't gon' fold up
I am so high I cannot feel my toes, but I will not pass out.


I was in the parkin' lot when I rolled up
I came to the location in my car, and parked in the parking lot.


Pluto
This word does not have a clear meaning, it is possibly a reference to Future's nickname or a metaphor for being out of this world.


Gotta dig what I'm sayin', Chanel draped on me, baby
You must understand me, I am wearing expensive Chanel clothing.


she look like she's sponsored by Mercedes
She looks so good it seems like Mercedes pays her to look good in their cars.


Dig what I'm sayin', this cree cologne is on me, baby (you dig?)
You should understand me, I am wearing a luxurious cologne.


I pop up bubbly in your memory
I come to mind when you think of celebrations and champagne.


You should be glad I'm showin' you sympathy (show you sympathy)
You should appreciate the fact that I am being empathetic towards you.


I gave you, took you up out the gutter (out the gutter)
I helped you out of a bad situation and gave you a better life.


Ever let you go, you gon' suffer (you gon' suffer from it)
If I break up with you, you will experience pain and negative consequences.


Yeah, L.O.V.E. on my right leg
Again, the artist has a tattoo with the word love on their right leg.


Nah Hendrix overload, dig what I'm sayin'?
I am referring to Jimi Hendrix, and I am comparing my musical talent or influence to his.


I feel like I should be giving up
I am feeling a sense of despair.


You can't leave this, it's too much
Our relationship, lifestyle, or habits are too addictive or excessive to leave behind.


But I'm tired of you leading me on, oh no
I am tired of being strung along or misled by you.


I don't like where this shit is going
I am unhappy with the current direction of our relationship or situation.


You heart is stuck in all your apologies
You are not able to change your behavior or make up for your mistakes because you are stuck apologizing.


Gave you my all but you went off on me
I gave you my best, but you reacted negatively.


Keep your love, it doesn't feel the same
I do not want your love anymore, as it does not feel genuine.


I hope it hurts you when you're hearing my name
I want you to feel pain or regret when you think of or hear about me.




Writer(s): Adam Wiles, Nayvadius Wilburn, Khalid Robinson

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@tyron8235

[Chorus: Khalid]
I've been rollin' on the freeway
I've been riding 85
I've been thinking way too much
And I'm way too gone to drive
I've got anger in my chest
I've got millions on my mind
And you didn't fit the picture
So I guess you weren't the vibe
I've been rollin' on the freeway
I've been riding 85
I've been thinking way too much
And I'm way too gone to drive
I've got anger in my chest
I've got millions on my mind
And you didn't fit the picture
So I guess you weren't the vibe

[Verse 1: Future]
Got L-O-V-E on my right leg, that's Gucci (Get what I'm sayin'?)
Got L-O-V-E on my main ho, that's Pucci (Get what I'm sayin'?)
Caught a lil' jetlag but I'm golden, damn
We deserve Grammys and some Oscars, damn
They deserve Whammy's, they imposters
I be rollin' with my project homies, it's a vibe
I just did some pills with the homie, it's a vibe
Bend her over, switch sides, it's a vibe, yah


[Refrain: Future]
I come through with strippers and some shottas
I gotta accept that I'm a monster
I pull up in several different options
Not all, but most of 'em came topless
I'll shatter your dreams with this cream I make (Cream I make)
Gotta be on codeine to think of shit I say (Shit I say)
I can't feel my toes and ain't gon' fold up (Fold up)
I was in the double R when I rolled up (When I rolled up)

[Chorus: Khalid]
I've been rollin' on the freeway
I've been riding 85
I've been thinking way too much
And I'm way too gone to drive
I've got anger in my chest
I've got millions on my mind
And you didn't fit the picture
So I guess you weren't the vibe
I've been rollin' on the freeway
I've been riding 85
I've been thinking way too much
And I'm way too gone to drive
I've got anger in my chest
I've got millions on my mind
And you didn't fit the picture
So I guess you weren't the vibe
[Verse 2: Future]
Pluto
Gotta dig what I'm sayin', Chanel drapes on me, baby
Gotta dig what I'm sayin', she look like she's sponsored by Mercedes
Dig what I'm sayin', this Creed cologne is on me, baby (You dig?)
Dig what I'm sayin'? I'm goin' hard (Hard, yeah)
I pop bubbly in your memory
You should be glad I'm showin' you sympathy (Showin' you sympathy)
I gave you real love out the gutter (Out the gutter)
Ever let you go, you gon' suffer (You gon' suffer from it)

[Refrain: Future]
I come through with strippers and some shottas (Shottas)
I gotta accept that I'm a monster
I pull up in several different options
Not all, but most of 'em came topless
I'll shatter your dreams with this cream I make (Cream I make)
Gotta be on codeine to think of shit I say (Shit I say)
I can't feel my toes and ain't gon' fold up (Fold up)
I was in the double R when I rolled up (When I rolled up)

[Outro: Khalid & Future]
Yeah, L-O-V-E on my right leg
Nah Hendrix overload, dig what I'm sayin'?
I feel like I should be giving up
You can leave if it's too much
But I'm tired of you leading me on, oh no
I don't like where this shit is going
I mean I've been stuck in all your apologies
Gave my all but you want more from me
Keep your love, it doesn't feel the same
I hope it hurts you when you're hearin' my name



@akshaychoudhry

The final part of the song hits me in the feels everytime.


I feel like I should be giving up
You can leave if it's too much
But I'm tired of you leading me on, oh no
I don't like where this shit is going
I've been stuck in all your apologies
Gave my all but you want more from me
Keep your love, it doesn't feel the same
I hope it hurts you when you're hearin' my name



@thijssie930

uhm when do you hear any of them say anything about drinking?

he says ''I've been rollin' on the freeway
I've been riding 85
I've been thinking way too much
And I'm way too gone to drive
I've got anger in my chest
I've got millions on my mind
And you didn't fit the picture
So I guess you weren't the vibe''



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@EvelynAva946

guys its 2024.. daammnn
Khalid is so dope. I can't stop watching this track again and again. I am sure he will be #1 soon
due to 💖 a u t h e n t I c v i e w s 💖

@shubhampahurkar00

It ain’t a song, it’s a vibe .

@goshuu7341

Shubham Pahurkar absolutely

@EclecticVista

agreeed!

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