Cozart attended Dulles Elementary School and later Banner High School on Chicago's South Side, which is where he got his career start. In December 2011, he was arrested on a weapons charge (aggravated unlawful use of a weapon) and put under house arrest at his grandmother's home. While under house arrest, Cozart posted several videos to his YouTube account. The attention he received grew in the short time between the release of several mixtapes and several music videos, including "Bang," "3Hunna," and "I Don't Like." After two locally successful mixtapes, "I Don't Like" became a local hit in Chicago. It also caught fellow Chicago rapper Kanye West's attention, and West organized a remix of the song along with rappers Pusha T, Jadakiss, and Big Sean. On July 7, 2012, it was announced that Chief Keef would be performing at the 2012 Lollapalooza music festival.
In the following years, Keef has served up a continuous stream of releases, such as Back From the Dead 2 (2014), Bang 3 (2015), and Thot Breaker (2017). Critics have cited Chief Keef as a major influence on contemporary hip hop through his impact on artists such as Lil Uzi Vert, 21 Savage, Tupac and various collaborations.
Macaroni Time
Chief Keef Lyrics
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It's macaroni time (Vince Carter Productions)
Buck
Nigga, this macaroni time
Bang, bang
She say she like my car, Forgis ride
Seen me with the stars, now she wanna know me now
Unh-unh, 'cause I told her now I'm actin' phony now
She say she like my car and she like how my Forgis ride
She seen me with them stars now she wanna know me now
Unh-unh, 'cause I'm Tony now I'm actin' phony now
Buck-buck, for a nigga think it's macaroni time
Couple bucks for these bitches, let me slap them on they ass
Tough luck for these niggas think they next, I'm on they ass
So what I walk in court smellin' like packs? I got them bands
Glo Boyz, that's what Almighty Sosa got them sayin'
She wanna be a Glory Girl, but she don't like my Glory Guys
I know this bitch a thot, she wanna meet my mama now
But, unh-unh, I gotta QP of earth rollin', let's get high
Light it up, and I guarantee that she gon' touch the sky
He say he gettin' money but I know that that's a lie
I see ones and fives in your bankroll right now
But, unh-unh, you ain't flexin', boy, you need some exercise
You cuttin' up, you need some GBE lessons now
I hear these niggas flexin' sayin' they know the Glory Gang
How you know us if we don't know your name?
Unh-unh, just bought a pint I'm leanin right now
Dumb fuck, just popped a flat, I'm beamin' right now
Unh-unh, I feel like catchin' a homi' right now
No love, I see a opp I'm droppin' him right now
She let me fuck then I'm droppin her' right now
I'ma hop up in my 'Rari, top, I'm droppin' it right now
She say she like my car and she like how my Forgis ride
She seen me with them stars now she wanna know me now
Unh-unh, 'cause I'm Tony now I'm actin' phony now
Buck-buck, for a nigga think it's macaroni time
Couple bucks for these bitches, let me slap them on they ass
Tough luck for these niggas think they next, I'm on they ass
So what I walk in court smellin' like packs? I got them bands
Glo Boyz, that's what Almighty Sosa got them sayin'
The lyrics in Chief Keef's song "Macaroni Time" depict a lifestyle filled with materialism, fame, and a disregard for societal norms. The phrase "macaroni time" is used as a metaphor to represent a period of indulgence, excess, and showboating.
The opening lines, "Buck-buck, It's macaroni time," sets the tone for the song. Chief Keef is announcing that it's time to flaunt his wealth and success. The mention of Vince Carter Productions references his luxurious lifestyle and association with influential figures.
The lyrics continue with Chief Keef boasting about his car and Forgiato (luxury wheel brand) ride. He suggests that women are attracted to his material possessions and fame, wanting to know him now that he's surrounded by stars. However, he acknowledges that his behavior has changed, indicating that he's acting phony to maintain his newfound image.
The verse goes on to express Chief Keef's disregard for others, especially women who are objectified as he mentions slapping them on their asses. He also dismisses other men who think they can compete with him, claiming he's always one step ahead of them. Additionally, he mentions his disregard for authority, referring to walking into court with the smell of drugs and implying that money can buy him success.
The lyrics shift focus when Chief Keef mentions a woman who wants to be associated with his fame and meet his mother. However, he prioritizes his drug use, implying that getting high takes precedence over her desires. He also calls out those who claim to be affiliated with his gang, questioning their legitimacy and suggesting they are merely opportunistic followers.
The song ends with Chief Keef expressing his aggressive tendencies. He mentions a desire to commit violence or "catch a homi'" and shows no remorse for harming his adversaries. Additionally, he references engaging in casual sexual encounters and announces his intention to drive his expensive car with the top down.
In summary, "Macaroni Time" showcases Chief Keef's embrace of materialism, fame, and a disregard for societal expectations. The lyrics reflect a lifestyle focused on indulgence, power, and a tendency toward aggression.
Line by Line Meaning
Buck-buck
Attention, attention
It's macaroni time (Vince Carter Productions)
It's time to show off and flaunt one's success (in reference to basketball player Vince Carter)
Buck
Listen closely
Nigga, this macaroni time
I'm currently in a phase of extravagant living and success
Bang, bang
I'm attracting attention and gaining fame
She say she like my car, Forgis ride
She's interested in my car and the way my custom wheels roll
Seen me with the stars, now she wanna know me now
After seeing me with famous people, she suddenly desires to know me personally
Unh-unh, 'cause I told her now I'm actin' phony now
Unfortunately, I've changed my behavior and now I'm being insincere
Buck-buck, for nigga think it's macaroni time
Listen closely, don't mistake my current success for a time of celebration
Couple bucks for these bitches, let me slap them on they ass
I'm willing to spend some money on these women, showing dominance and disrespect
Tough luck for these niggas think they next, I'm on they ass
Unfortunately for these individuals who think they're up next, I'm actively targeting and competing against them
So what I walk in court smellin' like packs? I got them bands
Despite the fact that I may appear to be involved in illegal activities, I'm financially successful
Glo Boyz, that's what Almighty Sosa got them sayin'
My crew, the Glo Boyz, has gained a reputation and people are talking about us
She wanna be a Glory Girl, but she don't like my Glory Guys
She wants to be associated with my group, but she doesn't like the rest of the members
I know this bitch a thot, she wanna meet my mama now
I'm aware that this woman is promiscuous and now she desires to meet my mother
But, unh-unh, I gotta QP of earth rollin', let's get high
However, I have a quarter pound of marijuana rolled up, so let's smoke it and get high
Light it up, and I guarantee that she gon' touch the sky
If we smoke together, I promise she'll experience an intense high
He say he gettin' money but I know that that's a lie
He claims to be making a lot of money, but I'm aware that it's false
I see ones and fives in your bankroll right now
I observe that you only have small amounts of money in your wallet
But, unh-unh, you ain't flexin', boy, you need some exercise
However, you're not showing off your wealth, young man, you need to work harder
You cuttin' up, you need some GBE lessons now
You're behaving foolishly, you should receive some lessons from GBE (Glory Boyz Entertainment)
I hear these niggas flexin' sayin' they know the Glory Gang
I hear these individuals boasting about knowing the Glory Gang
How you know us if we don't know your name?
How can you claim to know us if we're not familiar with your identity?
Unh-unh, just bought a pint I'm leanin right now
No, I just purchased a pint of codeine and I'm currently under its influence
Dumb fuck, just popped a flat, I'm beamin' right now
Stupid idiot, I just took a pill containing a flat dose of drugs and I'm experiencing a euphoric high
Unh-unh, I feel like catchin' a homi' right now
No, I have a strong inclination to commit a murder at this moment
No love, I see a opp I'm droppin' him right now
Without any hesitation, I will harm or kill an enemy upon sighting them
She let me fuck then I'm droppin her' right now
After engaging in sexual intercourse with her, I plan to abruptly end the relationship
I'ma hop up in my 'Rari, top, I'm droppin' it right now
I'm going to quickly enter my Ferrari, remove the top, and showcase my luxurious vehicle
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Keith Cozart, Mckinley Leon, Vince Carter
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@roialby7118
It’s crazy this is considered a “throwback” now
@GeminiJo
I remember the day this dropped on Worldstar 🔥
@almighty7.62
Dam time fly
@tjscott729
Back in high school days getting high AF
@almighty7.62
T Money high school? I was in 6th grade 🤣
@tjscott729
@@almighty7.62 lol damn I was in the 11th grade
@g-dub5272
The more I watch And listen to Keef songs, the more I realize he birthed 90% of these new age rappers
@blackout8450
Exactly
@alquanblack8491
Word up
@alquanblack8491
Word