His fifth studio album We the Best Forever (2011) also saw similar commercial success, and helped bring Khaled to international prominence, as it featured the song "I'm on One", which was his first top ten hit. His sixth and seventh albums, Kiss the Ring (2012) and Suffering from Success (2013), charted in the top ten on the Billboard 200, and his eighth studio album, I Changed a Lot (2015), peaked at number 12.[5] In 2015 and 2016, Khaled gained worldwide attention as a media personality, due to his activity on social media. This foresaw the release of his ninth studio album Major Key (2016), which gained critical and commercial success; it debuted at number one the Billboard 200, was certified gold, and received a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Album.
He released his tenth studio album, Grateful, in 2017, which contained the singles "I'm the One" and "Wild Thoughts", which charted at number one and number two on the Billboard Hot 100, respectively. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, and was also certified platinum. His eleventh album, Father of Asahd, was released in 2019; it peaked at number two, and the song "Higher" won Best Rap/Sung Performance at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards, Khaled's first Grammy award win. His eponymous twelfth album was released in 2021.
Outside of music, Khaled has gained success as a writer, with his book The Keys featuring on the New York Times Best Seller list. He has also featured as an actor, appearing in Spies in Disguise (2019) and Bad Boys for Life (2020).
Standing On The Mountain Top
DJ Khaled Lyrics
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Yeah, Welcome Back, Another small Buy, we global , Feel my pain They can't deal witha nigga like me. Cus I keep it so hood, yeah I keep it so Street. The industry hate but they gotta see me. Turn your tvs on Bet all you see is me. Nah I ain't playing why you trying to blame me, Might as well hate the world instead of hating on me. Pussy ass nigga (And we taking over, One paper bag at a time) I need that clearence feed me more, come and think about it you need it more Uhh I am miami I do it for miami, 24 and 7 trays yeah nigga we born and raised. See this, Joe Crack we showed them. Damn right I'm so concieted. I know it made you sick, guess what it made me rich. Shout out to all my DJ's. Projects I know you feel me. Thank god for rubber bands. Phantoms on paper tags. This oens for all the fans. We the best.
(Chorus) Standing on the mountain top, counting all this money, laughing at you haters, ain't nothing gonna save yeah. x2
I Introduce you to ace hood!
Get Em.
Bitch I am ace. that'd H to the double O D and when you mention greatness you better be mentioning me. Or when you say the best you deffinitly mentioning we. They said I couldn't do it, proving them ludacris niggas.
"Standing on the mountain top" is a song by DJ Khaled featuring Ace Hood & Pooh Bear. The song is an anthem for success and prosperity; it talks about standing on top of the world, counting all the money and laughing at the haters who doubted one's abilities. DJ Khaled and Ace Hood are boasting about their wealth, fame, and success, saying that they keep it "so hood" and "so street." They urge their haters to stop blaming them and instead hate the world because nothing can save them from their success.
The song's chorus is a powerful declaration of independence and resilience: they are standing on top of the mountain, counting all their blessings and laughing at the haters who didn't believe in them. The song is a celebration of making it big and overcoming all the obstacles and struggles. The lyrics show that DJ Khaled and Ace Hood are proud of where they're from and what they've achieved.
Overall, "Standing on the mountain top" is a confident and bold statement from DJ Khaled and Ace Hood. The song encourages listeners to pursue their dreams and never give up, despite the haters and doubters who may come their way.
Line by Line Meaning
Standing on the mountain top, counting all this money, laughing at you haters, ain't nothing gonna save yeah.
I am at the peak of success, calculating my wealth, mocking my enemies and confident that nothing can stop me.
Yeah, Welcome Back, Another small Buy, we global , Feel my pain They can't deal witha nigga like me.
I am back and I keep progressing. My influence is spread worldwide. My struggle is real and incomprehensible to others who cannot handle someone like me.
Cus I keep it so hood, yeah I keep it so Street. The industry hate but they gotta see me.
I maintain my authenticity and stay true to my roots. The music industry may dislike me but they cannot ignore my presence.
Turn your tvs on Bet all you see is me. Nah I ain't playing why you trying to blame me, Might as well hate the world instead of hating on me.
My fame is undeniable and you cannot avoid seeing me on television. I refuse to take responsibility for your problems and suggest you hate the world instead of me.
Pussy ass nigga (And we taking over, One paper bag at a time) I need that clearence feed me more, come and think about it you need it more Uhh
I am taking control of the industry in small increments. I demand my deserved recognition and advise you to consider how much more you actually need it.
I am miami I do it for miami, 24 and 7 trays yeah nigga we born and raised. See this, Joe Crack we showed them.
I am proud of Miami and represent it fully. I am constantly working and come from the streets of Miami. Shoutout to DJ Khaled for successful collaborations that prove my haters wrong.
Damn right I'm so concieted. I know it made you sick, guess what it made me rich. Shout out to all my DJ's. Projects I know you feel me.
I am conceited and I realize it upsets people, but it has also made me wealthy. Thank you to all the DJs and people from the projects who understand my struggles and relate to my success.
Thank god for rubber bands. Phantoms on paper tags. This oens for all the fans. We the best.
I am thankful for the rubber bands that hold my stacks of money, and the luxurious cars that still have paper tags. This song is dedicated to all my loyal supporters because we, together, are the best.
(Chorus) Standing on the mountain top, counting all this money, laughing at you haters, ain't nothing gonna save yeah. x2
The chorus repeats the idea of my wealth, my disdain for my haters, and my confidence that nothing can hinder my success.
I Introduce you to ace hood!
I am giving recognition to Ace Hood, who will now share their lyrical talent in this song.
More money more problems they hollar I get em, I got em
People always say more money means more problems, but I willingly deal with them because I have already accumulated a lot of wealth.
Bitch I am ace. that'd H to the double O D and when you mention greatness you better be mentioning me. Or when you say the best you deffinitly mentioning we. They said I couldn't do it, proving them ludacris niggas.
Ace Hood confidently asserts himself as the best, with his initials H to the double O D. He demands recognition and wants to be associated with greatness. His critics claimed he would fail, but he proves them wrong.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: KHALED KHALED, ANTOINE MCCOLISTER, ELLIZEE
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