Chasin' Papers
Curren$y Lyrics


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I know what it's like
To want it all, I was born to ball
Making Lamborghini engine sounds pedaling my bike
Lusted at luxury life since a tyke
Switches on a Monte Carlo turn a car into a trike
These images was burned in my mind
Chasing that paper like it stole something of mine
It did though, friends killed over small bills
I still go, hard spitting bars for them folk
Life so fragile
But the big bucks lay down the road less traveled
Cause they scared of the hazards
We living for the money, nigga we dying to have it
These hoes shaking asses doing lines
Popping valiums adding to a long list of bad habits
Niggas murdering, burglaring and kidnapping
Dashing and cashing all in the midst of the madness

I know
I was there so I seen and I did what you up to
I know you're chasing the paper (my nigga)
I know that scared but it's there and the girls wanna fuck you
I know you're chasing that paper (you're chasing that paper)

I know what that it is
All I wanted was some rims
I had a couple girls
But I knew if I had some chrome, I could multiply them hoes by ten
Materialistic them bitches is kinda hypocritical though my nigga
Because we play the same games wit 'em
Guilty of it fuck it though
I'm lane switching with no roof like a house when a tornado hit it
No kidding this world ain't Disney
These characters is after your pennies
Stack up can't go far with the dealings
Pimpin', back up, look at the whole picture and then see if it add up
I ain't no mathematician but I can count
On the jets fetching a very large amount
Racks on, racks on racks
Stretch marks on my account
I know how you feel I'm still feeling it now

I know
I was there so I seen and I did what you up to
I know you're chasing the paper (my nigga)
I know that scared but it's there and the girls wanna fuck you
I know you're chasing that paper (you're chasing that paper)

Eyes low but I'm still watching outsiders
Bony girl know that she rolling with a rida
Money on my mind yeah that shit is inside us
I'm up all night chasing paper (paper)

Eyes low but I'm still watching outsiders
Bny girl know that she rolling with a rida
Money on my mind yeah that shit is inside us
I'm up all night chasing paper (paper)

I know
I was there so I seen and I did what you up to
I know you're chasing the paper (my nigga)




I know that scared but it's there and the girls wanna fuck you
I know you're chasing that paper (you're chasing that paper)

Overall Meaning

In "Chasin' Papers," Curren$y speaks about his desire to chase after money and the lifestyle he's always dreamt of. He recalls chasing after a luxurious life with lamborghini engines sound as he pedaled his bike, and how he's always desired the finer things in life. He recalls how he's seen people killed over small amounts of money, and how life is fragile. Nonetheless, Curren$y still chases after the big bucks, spitting bars for his fans. The song gathers momentum as Curren$y warns young men about the dangers that come along with chasing after money, such as bad habits, addiction, and crime.


Line by Line Meaning

I know what it's like
I understand the feeling


To want it all, I was born to ball
I have always desired the best things in life


Making Lamborghini engine sounds pedaling my bike
I imagined myself driving a luxurious car from a young age


Lusted at luxury life since a tyke
I craved a lavish lifestyle from childhood


Switches on a Monte Carlo turn a car into a trike
I have always been fascinated by modifying cars


These images was burned in my mind
These thoughts and desires are firmly entrenched in my thoughts


Chasing that paper like it stole something of mine
I am vigorously pursuing wealth and success with great urgency


It did though, friends killed over small bills
Money has caused me to lose friends in the past


I still go, hard spitting bars for them folk
I continue to push myself and work hard to achieve my goals


Life so fragile
Life is precious and easily lost


But the big bucks lay down the road less traveled
The greatest rewards come from taking risks and choosing less conventional paths


Cause they scared of the hazards
Many people avoid taking risks because of the potential dangers involved


We living for the money, nigga we dying to have it
We are all driven by the pursuit of money, even if it brings harm to us


These hoes shaking asses doing lines
Women are using drugs and engaging in immoral behavior to make money


Popping valiums adding to a long list of bad habits
Using valiums as a coping mechanism is just one of many negative habits


Niggas murdering, burglaring and kidnapping
Some people turn to crime to gain wealth and position


Dashing and cashing all in the midst of the madness
People are making quick escapes and spending money recklessly in a chaotic environment


All I wanted was some rims
At one point, I simply desired flashy wheels for my car


I had a couple girls
I had some love interests


But I knew if I had some chrome, I could multiply them hoes by ten
I believed that having fancy rims would make me more attractive to women


Materialistic them bitches is kinda hypocritical though my nigga
Women who are obsessed with material possessions are being hypocritical


Because we play the same games wit 'em
Men engage in the same behavior with women


Guilty of it fuck it though
I admit that I am also guilty of materialistic desires and behavior


I'm lane switching with no roof like a house when a tornado hit it
I am driving fast and recklessly, taking risks with no regard for potential consequences


No kidding this world ain't Disney
The real world is not a fairy tale or magic kingdom


These characters is after your pennies
There are always people who are trying to take advantage of you for your money


Stack up can't go far with the dealings
Accumulating wealth is important, but you cannot succeed without smart business deals


Pimpin', back up, look at the whole picture and then see if it add up
Take a step back and evaluate the overall situation to determine if it makes sense financially


I ain't no mathematician but I can count
I may not be skilled in complex mathematical equations, but I understand basic arithmetic


On the jets fetching a very large amount
I am making a significant amount of money through my music career


Racks on, racks on racks
I am making a lot of money and accumulating wealth


Stretch marks on my account
My bank account is overflowing with funds


Eyes low but I'm still watching outsiders
I am aware of my surroundings despite appearing relaxed


Bony girl know that she rolling with a rida
A thin girl is aware that she is dating a wealthy and successful man


Money on my mind yeah that shit is inside us
Desire for money and wealth is deeply ingrained in our culture and mindset


I'm up all night chasing paper (paper)
I am relentlessly pursuing financial success, working hard to make as much money as possible




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: SHANTE SCOTT FRANKLIN, STAN VINCENT, PHARRELL WILLIAMS

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PT Musik ✪

this song forever pops in my head randomly

Jets Set .

PT Musik ✪ me too specially the part where he be like pulled up ina 62 impala smelling like dat California fire

Jets Set .

nvm it's called everywhere by currensy

J W

Pharrell's/Neptunes beats have a way of doing that

Brian Vee

Today was the day🧠🔥🎼

Zachary Cutter

This song is so slept on. So nostalgic for me too so I get it

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Jaime Rodriguez

8 years later still slapping

Sam Ortiz

Album is still one the best ever, brings back so many memories. Jet life for LIFE

RIPFALLeN AfrikanLEGENDZ

Yup chandlier..classic

TigggaTy

This song gives me goosebumps

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