Chance achieved some success with his first mixtape 10Day, which details his 10 day long suspension from his high school. On April 30, 2013, Chance's second mixtape, Acid Rap dropped. It received diamond status from Datpiff. The Social Experiment, Chance's band with Donnie Trumpet, Peter Cottontail, and members of the O'My's, released their free album, Surf, on May 28, 2015.
Family Matters
Chance The Rapper Lyrics
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All the things all the things, things
All that glitters is not gold
All, all, all, and all gold is not reality
Real is what you lays on me
How's everybody doing?
We were all that matters
This is just business, see you right after
Nothing comes before ya, nothing else matters
All of this is for ya
You are all that matters
I dance around the darkness down
On Billie Jean Road
If I ain’t toured then we still’d be broke
Thought I got the formula, bon appetite
I got a beat in case my baby baba ever leak
Wise beyond my years but way behind my peak
You gotta eat, this a step to my princess
Point of interest, fourth and inches
Hallelujah, the kid grew up
The crowd cheered the child
Booya, mic drop, I walk home
I don't care about, they don't mean a thing
(All, all) all these fancy things (All, all)
I'll tell you that all, my weight in gold
(All) all I know, I know
(And all gold is not reality) all the things
All the things all the things
All the things
In this part of my life
I'm growing up and I and
I wanna, I wanna do this the right way, go
Go
Out of it, grow out of it, in the best way
Possible, so thank you guys who's
Been there thus far
And it's only gonna get better
I don't care bout, they don't mean a thing
All these fancy things
I'll tell you that all, my weight in gold
(All that glitters, glitters)
All I know, I know (Is not gold, Igh)
All the things (All that matters)
All the things (All, all that matters)
All the things (You are all that matters)
The lyrics of "Family Matters" by Chance the Rapper delve deep into the idea that material possessions and external wealth do not hold as much value as the love and support of one's family. The opening lines emphasize this message by stating that not everything that appears shiny and attractive is truly valuable. Gold symbolizes wealth, but it is not the ultimate reality. The true essence of life lies in the relationships and connections we have with our family, which are the most important things that truly matter in the end.
Chance the Rapper then shifts the focus to his personal journey and struggles, mentioning how his family has always been his main priority. Despite the challenges he faces and the sacrifices he has to make for his career in the music industry, he emphasizes that his family comes first, and everything he does is ultimately for their benefit and well-being. The lyrics express a sense of loyalty and dedication to his loved ones, highlighting the significance of family bonds in his life.
The mention of "Billie Jean Road" and the struggles of being broke before finding success in music showcases the hardships Chance the Rapper had to endure on his path to success. He acknowledges his growth and maturity, emphasizing that he is wise beyond his years but still has room to reach his full potential. The reference to his daughter and the importance of providing for her future underscores his commitment to being a responsible father and ensuring that she has a bright future ahead of her.
In the final verses, Chance the Rapper reflects on his personal growth and the desire to continue evolving in a positive manner. The repetition of "All the things" serves as a reminder that material possessions do not define his worth, and what truly matters is the love and support he receives from his family. The song closes with a message of gratitude towards those who have been there for him throughout his journey, with a sense of optimism that things will only continue to improve in the future. Overall, "Family Matters" is a heartfelt reflection on the importance of family, love, and prioritizing what truly matters in life amidst the challenges of fame and success.
Line by Line Meaning
All all, all, all
Everything, everything, everything
All the things all the things, things
Every single detail, every aspect, things
All that glitters is not gold
Appearances can be deceiving, not everything shiny is valuable
All, all, all, and all gold is not reality
Everything, everything, and not everything valuable is a reflection of reality
Real is what you lays on me
True value lies in the connections we have with each other
How's everybody doing?
Checking in on everyone's well-being
We were all that matters
Our family was the most important thing
Family's all that matters
Family is the most important thing
This is just business, see you right after
This is just a job, I'll be with you as soon as I can
Nothing comes before ya, nothing else matters
You are my top priority, nothing else is as important
All of this is for ya
Everything I do, I do for you
You are all that matters
You are the most important thing to me
I dance around the darkness down
I navigate through tough times
On Billie Jean Road
Facing challenges like Michael Jackson did in his song 'Billie Jean'
If I ain’t toured then we still’d be broke
If I hadn't gone on tour, we would still be struggling financially
Thought I got the formula, bon appetite
I thought I had the solution, enjoy it
I got a beat in case my baby baba ever leak
I have a backup plan in case things go wrong
Wise beyond my years but way behind my peak
I have knowledge beyond my age, but I still have room to grow
You gotta eat, this a step to my princess
You need to succeed, this is part of my journey to greatness
Point of interest, fourth and inches
A critical moment, near the goal line
Hallelujah, the kid grew up
Celebrate, I have matured
The crowd cheered the child
People supported and encouraged me when I was young
Booya, mic drop, I walk home
Celebration after delivering a powerful performance, I head home
I don't care about, they don't mean a thing
I don't care about material possessions, they are not important
(All, all) all these fancy things (All, all)
All the extravagant items
I'll tell you that all, my weight in gold
I'll tell you that my true worth is not in material wealth
(All) all I know, I know
All I am certain of
(And all gold is not reality) all the things
And not all valuable things are truly reflective of reality
In this part of my life
At this stage of my life
I'm growing up and I and
I am maturing
I wanna, I wanna do this the right way, go
I want to do things correctly
Out of it, grow out of it, in the best way
Overcome challenges and grow from them in a positive manner
Possible, so thank you guys who's
It's possible, so thank you to those who have
Been there thus far
Supported me up to this point
And it's only gonna get better
And things will continue to improve
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@willtenenbaum677
Family business is one of Kanye's most underappreciated songs/beats. Nice to see it get some recognition here!
@sean5411
+Will Tenenbaum Check out "90210" by Travis Scott. You won't be disappointed
@zachb7840
+Sean Grady what does that have to do with anything lol
@planbsponserme
+Zachary Barrera the second half of it is a "family matters" sample. Check it out
@peterarsenault6010
+Will Tenenbaum too right
@wacozacko89
+derrick g The way he used the sample on 90210 wasn't all that great tbh, the auto tune took away from the soulfulness but hey fairly decent anyways
@LuckyAaronD
Chance will always be my biggest inspiration man. The mans a genius
@Chigz10
+Full Affect *Kanye
@TheiPodDockOfficial
+Chigz10 *Chance
@Chigz10
luka If you don't know hip-hop.