Curren$y had an underground hit in 2006, Where Da Cash At, which can be heard on several of Lil' Wayne's mixtapes, including Dedication 2. He was featured on Lil Wayne's song "Grown Man" from the album Tha Carter II. Due to certain issues concerning the release of his album Music 2 Fly 2, he left Young Money and formed his Fly Society crew with professional skateboarder and rapper Terry Kennedy.
He has since focused on his Jets movement, which helped introduce various rappers such as Trademark da Skydiver, Young Roddy, Fendi P and T.Y., as well as slightly reintroduce No Limit veteran Fiend to new audiences. He later started to work in New York with Ski Beatz and other MCs at Dame Dash's DD172; where he released Pilot Talk and its sequel Pilot Talk II both in 2010, and was also featured on several songs on Ski Beatz' 24 Hour Karate School. Since then, Curren$y has put out eight more albums, 25 EPs and 43 mixtapes.
Albums
2009 - This Ain't No Mixtape (April 21, 2009)
2009 - Jet Files (October 6, 2009)
2010 - Pilot Talk (July 13, 2010)
2010 - Pilot Talk II (Nov. 22, 2010)
2011 - Weekend at Burnie's (June 28, 2011)
2012 - Muscle Car Chronicles (February 14, 2012)
2012 - The Stoned Immaculate (June 5, 2012)
2015 - Pilot Talk III (April 4, 2015)
2015 - Canal Street Confidential (December 4, 2015)
2018 - Fetti (with Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist)
2019 - #2009 (with Wiz Khalifa) [February 8, 2019]
2019 - Gran Turismo (with Statik Selektah) [May 17, 2019]
2019 - Pheno Grigio (with Berner) [July 7, 2019]
2019 - Plan of Attack (with Trademark & Young Roddy) [October 11, 2019]
2019 - Back at Burnie's (December 20, 2019)
2020 - The Tonite Show with Curren$y (with DJ Fresh) [January 31, 2020]
2020 - Spring Clean (with Fuse) [June 19, 2020]
2020 - The OutRunners (with Harry Fraud) [July 24, 2020]
2020 - The Director's Cut (with Harry Fraud) [September 18, 2020]
2021 - Collection Agency
Mixtapes & EPs:
2006 - G-Series Mixtape (with Mack Maine)
2007 - Life At 30,000 ft.
2007 - Independence Day
2008 - Higher Than 30,000 ft.
2008 - Welcome to the Winner's Circle
2008 - Fear & Loathing in New Orleans
2008 - Super Tecmo Bowl
2008 - Fast Times At Ridgemont Fly
2008 - Fin...
2009 - How Fly (with Wiz Khalifa)
2010 - Smokee Robinson
2011 - Return to the Winners Circle
2011 - Verde Terrace
2012 - Here (February 5, 2012)
2012 - #The1st28 (with Styles P) [ February 28, 2012]
2012 - Cigarette Boats (with Harry Fraud) [July 10, 2012]
2012 - Priest Andretti (October 31, 2012)
2012 - 3 Piece Set / A Closed Session (December 24, 2012)
2013 - New Jet City (February 5, 2013)
2013 - Live in Concert (with Wiz Khalifa) [April 20, 2013]
2013 - Bales (with Young Roddy) [September 6, 2013]
2013 - The Stage (with Smoke DZA & Harry Fraud) [October 30, 2013]
2014 - The Drive In Theatre (February 14, 2014)
2014 - Saturday Night Car Tunes [August 30, 2014]
2014 - More Saturday Night Car Tunes [October 4, 2014]
2015 - Even More Saturday Night Car Tunes (April 20, 2015)
2015 - Cathedral (August 5, 2015)
2016 - The Owners Manual (January 19, 2016)
2016 - The Carrollton Heist (February 14, 2016)
2016 - Weed & Instrumentals (March 25, 2016)
2016 - Bourbon Street Secrets (with Purps) [April 20, 2016]
2016 - The Legend of Harvard Blue (May 30, 2016)
2016 - Stoned on Ocean (June 27, 2016)
2016 - Weed & Instrumentals 2 (July 22, 2016)
2016 - Revolver (with Sledgren) [August 24, 2016]
2016 - Andretti 9/30 (September 30, 2016)
2016 - Andretti 10/30 (October 30, 2016)
2016 - Andretti 11/30 (November 30, 2016)
2016 - Andretti 12/30 (December 30, 2016)
2017 - The Jetlanta EP (with Cornerboy P and T.Y.) [January 13, 2017]
2017 - The Fo20 Massacre (April 20, 2017)
2017 - The Champagne Files (July 20, 2017)
2017 - The Motivational Speech EP (with Lex Luger) [September 30, 2017]
2018 - The Spring Collection (February 23, 2018)
2018 - Parking Lot Music (March 28, 2018)
2018 - Air Freshna (April 20, 2018)
2018 - The Marina (with Harry Fraud) [May 30, 2018]
2018 - Fire in the Clouds (August 30, 2018)
2018 - Weed & Instrumentals 3 (December 24, 2018)
2019 - Umbrella Symphony (with LNDN DRGS) [May 10, 2019]
2019 - Hot August Nights (August 16, 2019)
2019 - Hot August Nights Forever (November 28, 2019)
2019 - Prestige Worldwide (with Smoke DZA) [November 29, 2019]
2020 - 3 Piece Set (February 21, 2020)
2020 - Smokin' Potnas (with Fendi P) [March 13, 2020]
2020 - The Green Tape (April 10, 2020)
2020 - Bonus Footage (with Harry Fraud) [November 27, 2020]
2021 - Financial District (April 20, 2021)
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Curren$y Lyrics
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Buckets' ice-cold, bottles, bring us more
Black top fill my Rolex white gold
They think I'm movin' dope, girl, I been doin' shows
'96 Impala, I got two of those
'64 Impala, I got two of those
Jet-livin', we get lifted, Lamborghini doors
Baby DTF, but she don't give a fuck who knows
Luxury sedans, sittin', offset stance
Fuck your dress code, bitches feel these sweatpants
Pockets full of gas, rubber bands, lots of cash
However long it last, nigga, I'm a have a blast
Dive in, make a big splash
Nova tint, bulletproof glass, S-Class
Them niggas barefaced, bitch, no mask
Yeah, yeah, ride by, kill 'em like a drive-by
Ride by, kill 'em like a drive-by
Ride by, kill 'em like a drive-by
Ride by, kill 'em like a drive-by
Ride by, kill 'em like a drive-by
Ride by, kill 'em like a drive-by
Ride by, kill 'em like a drive-by
Ride by, kill 'em like a drive-by
Drive by in a Wrath, nigga, big dog
Shot the bitch all in the face, then I told her wipe off
Then I had count up some money like I was just rushin'
Then I had poured up the tussin with lean
Then I had popped me some molly like, "Woah"
Made that bitch back-to-back foreigns all in a row
Ride by the kid wit' the left up, draped up, dripped up
Hold up, I was just dabbin' by mistake
I was just fuckin' your bitch by mistake
I was just countin' some cake on the lake
I was just pullin' up in paper plates
I know some real niggas can relate
I know some gangbangers, they relate
When I pull up, it's a murder
When I pull up, it's a murder
Yeah, yeah, ride by, kill 'em like a drive-by
Ride by, kill 'em like a drive-by
Ride by, kill 'em like a drive-by
Ride by, kill 'em like a drive-by
Ride by, kill 'em like a drive-by
Ride by, kill 'em like a drive-by
Ride by, kill 'em like a drive-by
Ride by, kill 'em like a drive-by
I kill 'em, I kill 'em, I kill 'em, I kill 'em
I kill 'em, I kill 'em, I kill 'em, I kill 'em
Oh, yeah, oh, yeah, oh, yeah, oh, yeah
Oh, yeah, oh, yeah, oh, yeah, oh, yeah
When I drive by, when I drive by, I kill these niggas
When I drive by, when I drive by, I kill these niggas
My style line is makin' me money
Hey, why, oh, why? Oh, why, already?
Gotta let 'em know, let 'em know
Drive by, kill 'em like a drive-by
Fly by, kill 'em when I fly by
The lyrics to Curren$y's "Drive In" describe his lavish lifestyle and the pleasure he derives from driving around in his luxurious cars. He flaunts his wealth with references to expensive watches and designer outfits, and boasts of having multiple classic cars. He also talks about the attention he gets from women and his carefree attitude towards spending money. The chorus references his ability to intimidate others with his flashy lifestyle, suggesting that he has a dangerous side.
The second verse takes a darker turn, with Curren$y rapping about violence and murder. He describes shooting someone in the face and then counting his money as if nothing happened. He also mentions using drugs, such as molly and lean. The repetition of the phrase "I kill 'em" reinforces the violent imagery in the lyrics. The chorus is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the central theme of violence and intimidation.
Overall, the lyrics to "Drive In" paint a picture of a dangerous and opulent lifestyle. Curren$y revels in his wealth and power, using it to intimidate others and commit acts of violence.
Line by Line Meaning
Uh, money on the floor, make them bitches go
Cash lying around is a great motivator to get the ladies to dance
Buckets' ice-cold, bottles, bring us more
We want more bottles, make sure they come with buckets filled with ice
Black top fill my Rolex white gold
The blacktop roads scuff up the face of my Rolex made out of white gold
They think I'm movin' dope, girl, I been doin' shows
Some people may suspect me of participating in illegal activities, but in reality, I'm just busy performing at music shows
'96 Impala, I got two of those
I own two 1996 Chevrolet Impalas
'64 Impala, I got two of those
I also own two 1964 Chevrolet Impalas
Jet-livin', we get lifted, Lamborghini doors
I live a luxurious and wealthy lifestyle, getting high on drugs, and I can afford to own a car with Lamborghini-style doors
Baby DTF, but she don't give a fuck who knows
This girl is down to f***, and she's not ashamed to show it
Rare chance to kick it wit' the advance
It's a rare opportunity to hang out with someone at an advanced level of success
Luxury sedans, sittin', offset stance
My expensive cars are parked with an angled, off-center position
Fuck your dress code, bitches feel these sweatpants
I don't care about your dress code standards, the ladies are attracted to me regardless of what I wear, even sweatpants
Pockets full of gas, rubber bands, lots of cash
I carry lots of money around, along with rubber bands to keep it organized, and I've also got gas for my car
However long it last, nigga, I'm a have a blast
I'm going to enjoy this extravagant lifestyle for as long as it lasts
Dive in, make a big splash
I'm going to jump into this lifestyle with enthusiasm and excitement
Nova tint, bulletproof glass, S-Class
My car windows are tinted so dark it's like night, the glass is bulletproof, and it's a high-end Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Them niggas barefaced, bitch, no mask
Those guys aren't hiding anything, they're showing their true faces and don't have any masks on
Drive by in a Wrath, nigga, big dog
I'm driving by in a luxury car called a Rolls-Royce Wraith, and I consider myself the big dog
Shot the bitch all in the face, then I told her wipe off
I shot a woman in the face, and then instructed her to clean up the evidence
Then I had count up some money like I was just rushin'
Then I counted a bunch of money like I was in a big hurry
Then I had poured up the tussin with lean
I mixed codeine cough syrup with a soda and drank it
Made that bitch back-to-back foreigns all in a row
I purchased two high-end foreign cars one after another
Ride by the kid wit' the left up, draped up, dripped up
I'm cruising around with my left arm resting on the open window, fully decked out in fancy clothes and expensive jewelry
Hold up, I was just dabbin' by mistake
Oops, I accidentally performed the popular dance move called the dab
I was just f***in' your bitch by mistake
I accidentally had sex with your girlfriend
I was just countin' some cake on the lake
I was filming myself counting a bunch of money while on a boat on a lake
I was just pullin' up in paper plates
I was driving around in an expensive, unregistered car with temporary paper license plates
I know some real niggas can relate
I have friends who can understand and relate to my lifestyle
I know some gangbangers, they relate
I also have acquaintances involved in gang activity who can relate to my lifestyle
When I pull up, it's a murder
Whenever I arrive on the scene, I cause a stir and people take notice, it's like a deadly crime scene
My style line is makin' me money
My unique fashion sense is bringing in a lot of money for me
Hey, why, oh, why? Oh, why, already?
I'm surprised that I'm already this successful, and I'm questioning why it's happened so quickly
Gotta let 'em know, let 'em know
I have to make sure everyone knows how successful and wealthy I am
Drive by, kill 'em like a drive-by
I'm going to figuratively kill my competition with my successful career and lavish lifestyle
Fly by, kill 'em when I fly by
I'm going to outdo my competition even more past the point of just driving by, but by flying past them in terms of career and wealth
I kill 'em, I kill 'em, I kill 'em, I kill 'em
I figuratively defeat and surpass my competition multiple times over
Oh, yeah, oh, yeah, oh, yeah, oh, yeah
I'm excited and proud of my success, hence my repetitive affirmations
When I drive by, when I drive by, I kill these niggas
Whenever I make an appearance or show off my successes, I figuratively defeat and outdo those around me
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Shante Scott Franklin, Nayvadius Wilburn, Nate Caserta
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