Understand
Dr. X Lyrics

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Yeah I'm getting my money unethical
I'm moving and moving the decimal
The damage I make is critical
You bitches gonna hate hysterical
And I'm chasing only checks, cause it's money over friends
And my money's only mine and I'll keep it till the end
Take the money, put it back in the safe (In the safe)
Pull a draco put a pussy in his place (In his place)

He be capping I can read it on his face, aye
Got the product ain't nobody get a taste
Tap, tap, tap tap tap
Got a loaded gun on my lap (On my lap)
Gotta make these hoes understand, aye
Gotta make these hoes understand, aye aye
Understand that I take no L's (Nah nah)
Understand that I came from hell (From hell)
Understand all the things that I tell, aye
Understand yeah they gotta understand
Everyday I'm on my grind, cause I got the cash in mind
If I got the cash I'm fine, if I get the cash I'm fine
I'm the king get off my throne, and I got here by my own
Cause I took the risk alone, and I made it all alone
And I made them understand, I'm a fucking business man
They should know I got my plan, all my clothes are from Japan
And you know I'll hit the top, when I do that I won't drop, and I'll laugh at all you bitches Cause you tried to look so tough aye
Tap, tap, tap tap tap
Got a loaded gun on my lap (On my lap)
Gotta make these hoes understand, aye
Gotta make these hoes understand, aye aye
Understand that I take no L's (Nah nah)
Understand that I came from hell (From hell)
Understand all the things that I tell, aye
Understand yeah they gotta understand
Understand gotta make'em understand
Understand yeah they gotta understand
Gotta understand, aye
Made them understand, that they fucking with a winner (Winner)
And you're trynna comprehend, cause you're fucking with this winner winner
And they tried to bring me down, wanna bring me down
No I can't be stopped, I'm a fucking star
Yeah yeah yeah
And they're trynna take me out, wanna take me out, I would never stop, and you know I'm hot
Yeah yeah yeah
Now I see you in the corner testing me
Tried to tell you, you don't reallt want this heat
Knock you out I'm Muhammad Ali (Knock you out)
Now I'm never going down, no I'm never going down from this road
Yeah I'm gonna be a star and a goat
And I'm never going down from the throne
Yeah I'm never coming down from the throne, aye
Tap, tap, tap tap tap
Got a loaded gun on my lap (On my lap)
Gotta make these hoes understand, aye
Gotta make these hoes understand, aye aye
Understand that I take no L's (Nah nah)
Understand that I came from hell (From hell)
Understand all the things that I tell, aye
Understand yeah they gotta understand
Understand

Understand
Understand

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Dr. X's song "Understand" portray a sense of ambition, self-confidence, and the desire for financial success. The opening lines, "Yeah I'm getting my money unethical, I'm moving and moving the decimal," suggest that the artist is willing to do whatever it takes to accumulate wealth, even if it means crossing ethical boundaries. The following line, "The damage I make is critical, you bitches gonna hate hysterical," conveys the idea that the artist's success may provoke envy and resentment from others.

The lyrics also emphasize the artist's focus on personal gain and prioritize money over friendships. The line "And I'm chasing only checks, 'cause it's money over friends" illustrates this mindset. The artist asserts their ownership of money and intends to keep it for themselves. This attitude is further reinforced with the line, "Take the money, put it back in the safe, pull a draco put a pussy in his place." Here, the artist exhibits a sense of power and dominance, using aggressive language to assert their authority and secure their financial interests.

The lyrics continue to emphasize the artist's determination and resilience in the pursuit of success. The line "Understand that I take no L's, understand that I came from hell" suggests that the artist has faced challenging circumstances and overcame them. They want others to acknowledge their past struggles and the lessons they've learned along the way. The repetition of the phrase "Understand yeah, they gotta understand" serves as a call for recognition and validation of the artist's achievements.

The final verses of the song portray the artist as a visionary and an independent entrepreneur. The lines "I made them understand, I'm a fucking business man, they should know I got my plan, all my clothes are from Japan" highlight the artist's strong work ethic and unique sense of style. The lyrics indicate that the artist has taken risks and achieved success on their own terms. The phrase "Gotta make these hoes understand" serves as a way to assert dominance and demand respect for their accomplishments.

Overall, the lyrics of "Understand" illustrate Dr. X's determination to succeed financially, his disregard for ethical boundaries, and his desire for recognition and respect. The song portrays the artist as a driven and confident individual who has overcome obstacles and is unapologetic about their pursuit of wealth and power.

Line by Line Meaning

Yeah I'm getting my money unethical
I am making money through questionable or immoral means

I'm moving and moving the decimal
I am constantly increasing the amount of money I have

The damage I make is critical
The negative impact I have on others is significant

You bitches gonna hate hysterical
You women are going to despise me in an over-the-top and irrational manner

And I'm chasing only checks, cause it's money over friends
I am solely pursuing financial gain because I prioritize money over friendships

And my money's only mine and I'll keep it till the end
The money I possess belongs only to me, and I will retain it until the very end

Take the money, put it back in the safe (In the safe)
Secure the money by returning it to the safe

Pull a draco put a pussy in his place (In his place)
Handle a problematic person by asserting dominance or control

He be capping I can read it on his face, aye
He is lying, and I can easily discern it from his facial expressions

Got the product ain't nobody get a taste
I possess the desired item, and nobody else can experience or enjoy it

Tap, tap, tap tap tap
Repetitive tapping sound, possibly related to a weapon or a sign of readiness

Got a loaded gun on my lap (On my lap)
I have a firearm in my possession, placed on my lap

Gotta make these hoes understand, aye
I must make these individuals understand my superiority or dominance

Understand that I take no L's (Nah nah)
Comprehend that I do not experience losses or failures

Understand that I came from hell (From hell)
Acknowledge that I emerged from a place of extreme hardship or adversity

Understand all the things that I tell, aye
Grasp the significance of everything I communicate

Understand yeah they gotta understand
It is essential for them to fully comprehend

Everyday I'm on my grind, cause I got the cash in mind
Every day, I am dedicated to working hard, as I constantly think about money

If I got the cash I'm fine, if I get the cash I'm fine
My well-being is solely dependent on having money

I'm the king get off my throne, and I got here by my own
I am the ruler, so remove yourself from my position of power, and I achieved this status through my own efforts

Cause I took the risk alone, and I made it all alone
Because I took the chance by myself and achieved success without assistance

I'm a fucking business man
I am an entrepreneur or someone involved in various business ventures

They should know I got my plan, all my clothes are from Japan
They ought to be aware that I have a well-thought-out strategy, and my clothing originates from Japan

And you know I'll hit the top, when I do that I won't drop, and I'll laugh at all you bitches
It is evident that I will reach the highest point, and once there, I will not falter, finding amusement in mocking all of you

Cause you tried to look so tough aye
Because you attempted to appear intimidating or strong

Understand gotta make'em understand
It is crucial to make them fully comprehend

Understand yeah they gotta understand
It is imperative for them to truly understand

Gotta understand, aye
They have to understand, indicating importance or urgency

Made them understand, that they fucking with a winner (Winner)
I made them realize that they are challenging or opposing someone who constantly succeeds

And you're trynna comprehend, cause you're fucking with this winner winner
You are attempting to understand the situation because you have chosen to challenge or oppose me, this victorious individual

And they tried to bring me down, wanna bring me down
They attempted to undermine or diminish my success

No I can't be stopped, I'm a fucking star
No, it is impossible to halt my progress because I am extremely successful or renowned

Now I see you in the corner testing me
I now notice you in a secluded position, examining or challenging me

Tried to tell you, you don't reallt want this heat
I attempted to warn you that you do not actually desire or are capable of handling this intense situation or conflict

Knock you out I'm Muhammad Ali (Knock you out)
I will defeat or overpower you in a manner similar to the legendary boxer Muhammad Ali

Now I'm never going down, no I'm never going down from this road
Now I will never be defeated or deterred, I will persist along this path

Yeah I'm gonna be a star and a goat
Yes, I am destined to become a highly successful and recognized individual, also referred to as the greatest of all time (GOAT)

And I'm never going down from the throne
Furthermore, I will never be removed from my position of power or influence

Yeah I'm never coming down from the throne, aye
Yes, I will never descend from my elevated status or authority

Understand gotta make'em understand
It is crucial to make them fully comprehend

Understand yeah they gotta understand
It is imperative for them to truly understand

Gotta understand, aye
They have to understand, indicating importance or urgency

Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Ali Al Dieri, Jerell Anderson

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