Angels
Chance The Rapper feat. Saba Lyrics


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I got my city doing front flips
When every father, mayor, rapper jump ship
I guess that's why they call it where I stay
Clean up the streets so my daughter can have somewhere to play
I'm the blueprint to a real man
Some of these niggas toss they tassel for a deal man
I ain't going to hell or the Hillman
Igh! Igh! Igh! Igh! for my real fans
I got caught up with a little Xan
Can't stop me but it slow me though
Yeah nigga famous, you don't know me though
But every DJ still play me though
Damn man I don't even need a radio
And my new shit sound like a rodeo
Got the old folks dancing the Do-si-do
So they fuck around, sign me to OVO
Oh, I just might share my next one with Keef
Got the industry in disbelief, they be asking for beef
This what it sound like when God split an atom with me
I even have Steve giving out apples for free

They was talking "woo woo this woo wap da bam"
City so damn great, I feel like Alexand'
Wear your halo like a hat, that's like the latest fashion
I got angels all around me they keep me surrounded

Who is you? And who the fuck is you? And who is him?
All of the sudden woo wap da bam you can't touch me
Na, na, na, na I got angels
I got angels

I ain't change my number since the seventh grade
This for my day one, ten years, seven days
A week, nigga's never tired on they Kevin Gates
And if they rest in peace they bunny hopping heaven's gates
It's too many young angels on the southside
Got us scared to let our grandmommas outside
You gonna make me take the campers way downtown
You gonna make me turn my BM to my housewife
I just had a growth spurt
It done took so long, my tippy toes hurt
You can keep the nose ring, I don't have to soul search
I'm still at my old church, only ever sold merch
Grandma say I'm Kosher, momma say I'm culture
GCI, 107.5, angel goin' live
Power 92, angel, juke, angel gon' juke
GCI, 107.5, goin' live
Power 92, angel gon' juke, juke, juke, juke

They was talking "woo woo this woo wap da bam"
City so damn great, I feel like Alexand'
Wear your halo like a hat, that's like the latest fashion
I got angels all around me, they keep me surrounded
Wap the bam (Na, na, na)
(I got angels) I got angels all around me they keep me surrounded
(Na, na, na)
(I got angels)
They was talking "woo woo this woo wap da bam"
City so damn great, I feel like Alexand'
Wear your halo like a hat, that's like the latest fashion
I got angels all around me, they keep me surrounded

Who is you? And who the fuck is you? And who is him?
All of the sudden woo wap da bam you can't touch me




Na, na, na, na I got angels
I got angels

Overall Meaning

“Angels” is a song by Chance the Rapper that celebrates the city of Chicago and the people there who make it great. In the first verse, Chance boasts about his leadership and his commitment to cleaning up the streets so that his daughter can have a safe place to play. He also mocks other rappers who sacrifice their integrity for fame and fortune. The second verse reflects on the violence that plagues the city, with Chance acknowledging the fear that older residents feel about leaving their homes. Finally, he asserts that he has a team of “angels” around him who keep him protected and supported.


The song was released in 2016 as a single and features Chicago-based rapper Saba. It was produced by Donnie Trumpet, who is a member of Chance’s collective, The Social Experiment. The song was a commercial success, reaching No. 64 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.


Line by Line Meaning

I got my city doing front flips
I am proud of how my city is thriving and making progress.


When every father, mayor, rapper jump ship
Despite the fact that many influential figures have left the city, it is still successful.


I guess that's why they call it where I stay
The name of the city is likely derived from its resilience and perseverance.


Clean up the streets so my daughter can have somewhere to play
It is important to maintain a safe and clean environment for children to be able to enjoy.


I'm the blueprint to a real man
I am setting an example for what characteristics a man should possess.


Some of these niggas toss they tassel for a deal man
Some people are willing to sacrifice their morals and values just to obtain fame and money.


I ain't going to hell or the Hillman
I will not compromise who I am for personal gain or success.


Igh! Igh! Igh! Igh! for my real fans
I will always give my real fans what they want and celebrate their support.


I got caught up with a little Xan
I made some personal mistakes and faced some struggles.


Can't stop me but it slow me though
No obstacle or challenge can completely hinder my success and progress, but it may have an impact.


Yeah nigga famous, you don't know me though
Despite me being famous, people may not truly know who I am as a person and what I stand for.


But every DJ still play me though
My music is still being played and enjoyed by many despite my personal struggles.


Damn man I don't even need a radio
My music is so popular that it does not require heavy promotion or radio air time to be successful.


And my new shit sound like a rodeo
My new music has a unique and exciting flair to it.


Got the old folks dancing the Do-si-do
My music is enjoyable and fun for all ages, even for those who might not typically listen to rap music.


So they fuck around, sign me to OVO
I have gained enough success and recognition that I may be signed by a major record label such as OVO.


Oh, I just might share my next one with Keef
I may collaborate with fellow rapper Keef on my next project.


Got the industry in disbelief, they be asking for beef
Other people in the music industry may feel threatened or intimidated by my success and may try to start drama or create issues.


This what it sound like when God split an atom with me
I am so talented and successful in my music career that it could only be explained as divine intervention or a miracle.


I even have Steve giving out apples for free
My influence and success is so immense that even a well-known figure like Steve Jobs has given out free products in my honor.


They was talking 'woo woo this woo wap da bam'
People are constantly discussing and gossiping about me.


City so damn great, I feel like Alexand'
My city is amazing and successful, just like ancient conqueror Alexander the Great.


Wear your halo like a hat, that's like the latest fashion
Being a good and moral person is fashionable and trendy.


I got angels all around me they keep me surrounded
There are many good people supporting me and guiding me in my life.


Who is you? And who the fuck is you? And who is him?
I do not have time for negative people or drama, and I refuse to engage with it.


All of the sudden woo wap da bam you can't touch me
Despite the negativity and drama surrounding me, I remain untouchable and unshakeable.


Na, na, na, na I got angels I got angels
I have many good people and supporters in my life to guide me and keep me safe.


I ain't change my number since the seventh grade
I remain grounded and true to myself despite my success and fame.


This for my day one, ten years, seven days
I appreciate and remember all of the people who have supported me since my humble beginnings.


A week, nigga's never tired on they Kevin Gates
My supporters and fans are always dedicated and energized, just like rapper Kevin Gates.


And if they rest in peace they bunny hopping heaven's gates
Even those who have passed away are remembered and celebrated as happy spirits that have moved on to a better place.


It's too many young angels on the southside
There are many good and innocent young people in my city who need protection and support.


Got us scared to let our grandmommas outside
The crime and danger in our city have made it unsafe for elderly people to venture outside.


You gonna make me take the campers way downtown
I will take action and fight for what is right, even if it means going to great lengths or taking risks.


You gonna make me turn my BM to my housewife
I am willing to make sacrifices and prioritize my family over other things in my life.


I just had a growth spurt
I have experienced personal and emotional growth and development.


It done took so long, my tippy toes hurt
The journey to success and personal growth has been long and challenging, but ultimately rewarding.


You can keep the nose ring, I don't have to soul search
I am confident in who I am and do not feel the need to constantly search for myself and my values.


I'm still at my old church, only ever sold merch
Despite my success, I remain grounded and true to my past and my upbringing.


Grandma say I'm Kosher, momma say I'm culture
I have gained approval and recognition from important figures in my personal life.


GCI, 107.5, angel goin' live Power 92, angel, juke, angel gon' juke GCI, 107.5, goin' live Power 92, angel gon' juke, juke, juke, juke
I am being recognized and celebrated by popular radio stations in my city.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, I WROTE THIS MYSELF, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: NATE NATHAN FOX, CHANCELOR BENNETT, TAHJ CHANDLER, PEDER LOSNEGARD, NICOLAS SEGAL, PETER WILKINS

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Comments from YouTube:

@Kiingtong

This might be my all time favorite Chance song though.. Such a feel good vibe :')

@Nevastopcashin

Paranoia is my favorite, its poetic

@bambamhookes

+Jesse White W

@ozdagap1809

Same drugs is my favorite

@noneofyourbusiness1114

Has such a happy song with such sad lyrics.

@Mac2095

When he dropped this I looked at my brother at the dinner table who brought it up and straight up said “this might be the best song he’s ever made.”

And I think it’s still in the top 3 contender for that. Don’t ask me what might top it, it’s a toss up for a few others. Dude has made so many songs that define his era of Chicago hip-hop

@beverlimoss7655

My baby nephew would smile every time I played this song. I miss him so much!!! Now he's my little angel👼R.I.P Khalil aka Tooki!!!

@whatdidyouexpectyouidiot

omg thats sad

@isaacschickenreviews9414

:(🙏🏽

@jorgerivera9417

Beverli Moss sorry for your loss

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