Paris Morton Music
Drake Lyrics

Good God Almighty, like back in the old days
Expressing astonishment and nostalgia for the past

You know, years ago they had the A&R men to tell you what to play
Reflecting on the influence of A&R men in the music industry

How to play it and you know whether it's disco and rock
The A&R men determined the genre of music to be played

But um, we just went in the studio and we did it
Drake and Jay-Z went into the studio without any guidance

We had champagne in the studio, of course, you know
Celebrating their success with champagne in the studio

Compliments of the company, and we just laid back and did it
Enjoying the creative process without interference

So we hope you enjoy listening to this album half as much
Wishing the audience finds as much joy in the album as they did in creating it

As we enjoyed playing it for you, because we had a ball
Expressing how much fun they had creating the album

Only real music is gonna last
Stating that only genuine music will have a lasting impact

All that other bullshit is here today and gone tomorrow
Referring to the fleeting nature of shallow music

Cash rules everything around me
Highlighting the influence of money in society

C.R.E.A.M. get the money, dolla-dolla bill y'all
Emphasizing the importance of financial success

Yeah, uh, after hours at Il Mulino
Recounting late-night discussions at a restaurant

Or Sotto Sotto, just talkin' women and vino
Engaging in conversations about women and wine

The contract like '91 Dan Marino
Drawing a comparison between a contract and a famous football player

I swear this guy Michael Rapino's boosting my ego
Acknowledging the influence of Michael Rapino on his confidence

Overly focused, it's far from the time to rest now
Being dedicated and determined to achieve further success

Debates growin' 'bout who they think is the best now
Noticing the ongoing debates about the top artists

Took a while, got the jokers out of the deck now
Eliminating unproductive and unworthy individuals

I'm holdin' all the cards and niggas wanna play chess now
Having control and power, while others try to challenge him

I hear you talking, say it twice so I know you meant it
Demanding sincerity and truthfulness from others

Fuck it, I don't even tint it, they should know who's in it
Not hiding his true self and identity

I'm authentic, real name, no gimmicks
Asserting his authenticity and lack of pretense

No game, no scrimmage, I ain't playin' with you niggas at all
Taking the situation seriously and not engaging in meaningless competition

My classmates, they went on to be chartered accountants
Reflecting on the career paths of his former classmates

Or work with their parents
Noting that some classmates work in their family businesses

But thinkin' back on how they treated me
Remembering how he was treated by his classmates

My high school reunion might be worth an appearance
Considering attending his high school reunion to show his success

Make everybody have to go through security clearance
Humorously suggesting tight security measures for his presence

Tables turn, bridges burn, you live and learn
Recognizing that people's fortunes can change and relationships can be damaged

With the ink I could murder, word to my nigga Irv
Referring to his talent for writing lyrics, paying homage to a friend

Yeah, I swear shit just started clickin' dog
Noting how everything is falling into place

You know it's real when you are who you think you are
Reveling in the authenticity of one's identity and success

Uh, I had Benzes 'fore you had braces
Boasting about his luxurious lifestyle

The all-black Maybach but I'm not a racist
Highlighting his car's color while rejecting any racist connotations

Inside's whiter than Katy Perry's face is
Contrasting the car's interior color with Katy Perry's complexion

Yellow diamonds in my Jesús
Referring to the expensive jewelry he owns

I just might learn to speak Mandarin
Expressing interest in learning a new language

Japanese for the yen that I'm handlin'
Connecting learning Japanese with his financial dealings

International Hov', that's my handle
Referring to himself as an international figure

My saint's Changó, light a candle
Acknowledging a spiritual figure and requesting a lit candle

El Gran Santo on the mantle
Describing a religious figure on display

Case y'all didn't know, I speak Spanish too
Surprising others with the knowledge that he speaks Spanish

Shout out to World Wide Wes
Showing appreciation for someone named World Wide Wes

Everywhere we go, we leave a worldwide mess
Leaving a significant impact wherever they go

Yes, still Roc La Familia
Affirming loyalty to Roc La Familia

Says a lot about you if you not feeling us
Implying that not liking their music says something about the person

The homie said 'Hov', it ain't many of us'
Being reminded that there are only a few like him

I told 'em 'Less is more, nigga, is plenty of us'
Acknowledging the impact of a few talented individuals

Cake, cake cake, cake cake, cake
Using the metaphor of cake to represent success

500 million, I got a pound cake
Boasting about a significant financial achievement

Niggas is frontin', that's upside down cake
Pointing out others who are pretending or putting on a false front

Get 'em a red nose, they clown cakes
Mocking those who are acting foolishly

They shoulda never let you 'round cake
Regretting the decision to let someone near success

Look at my neck, I got a carrot cake
Showing off expensive jewelry

Now here's the icing on the cake
Adding a final touch to something already impressive

Uh I'm just gettin' started, oh yeah we got it bitch
Expressing confidence and indicating there is more to come

I've done made more millionaires than the lotto did
Boasting about creating wealth for others

Dame made millions, Bigg made millions
Acknowledging the success of Damon Dash and others

Ye made millions, Just made millions
Recognizing the financial achievements of Kanye West and others

Lyor made millions, Cam made millions
Highlighting the wealth accumulated by Lyor Cohen and Cam'ron

Beans tell you if he wasn't in his feelings
Referring to Beanie Sigel's opinion if he wasn't emotional

Uh, I'm back in my bag
Refocusing and getting back into a productive mindset

My eyes bloodshot but my jet don't lag
Despite exhaustion, maintaining high productivity and success

A pair of Jordan 3's tryna chase this cash
Using the desire for material possessions to fuel his pursuit of money

Gucci air bag just in case we crash
Showing off luxurious items as a symbol of success and preparedness

Uh, last night was mad trill
Describing a wild and exciting night

I'm fresh out of Advil, Jesus grab the wheel
Feeling the physical and emotional effects of a wild night and needing guidance

Yeah, uh, look, fuck all that 'Happy to be here' shit that y'all want me on
Rejecting the expectation of being content and grateful

I'm the big homie, they still be tryna lil bro me, dog
Asserting his seniority and authority

Like I should fall in line, like I should alert niggas
Resisting the pressure to conform or seek validation

When I'm 'bout to drop somethin' crazy
Teasing the release of something extraordinary

And not say I'm the greatest of my generation
Asserting his belief in his own greatness

Like I should be dressing different
Rejecting expectations of conforming to a certain style

Like I should be less aggressive and pessimistic
Resisting pressure to change his demeanor and outlook

Like I should be way more nervous and less dismissive
Defying expectations of being more apprehensive and less dismissive

Like I should be on my best behavior and not talk my shit
Refusing to restrain himself or suppress his confidence

And do it major like the niggas who paved the way for us
Emphasizing the need to make a significant impact like the legends before them

Like I didn't study the game to the letter
Dismissing the notion that he didn't extensively learn and understand the industry

And understand that I'm not doin' it the same
Recognizing his unique approach and individuality

Man, I'm doing it better
Boasting about his superior skills and accomplishments

Like I didn't make that clearer this year
Asserting that he has already made his mark this year

Like I should feel, I don't know, guilty for saying that
Rejecting the expectation of feeling remorse for his confidence

They should put a couple more mirrors in here
Suggesting the need for more self-reflection and self-appreciation

So I can stare at myself
Expressing the desire to admire his own achievements

These are usually just some thoughts
Acknowledging that these thoughts are typically kept private

That I would share with myself
Revealing these thoughts to someone else for once

But I thought 'Fuck it', it's worth it to share 'em
Deciding to share these thoughts, despite the vulnerability

With someone else other than Paris for once
Referring to someone else with whom he can share his thoughts

I text her from time to time, she a mom now
Mentioning occasional communication with someone who is now a mother

I guess sometimes life forces us to calm down
Recognizing that life circumstances can lead to a need for calmness

I told her she could live with me if she need to
Offering support and a place to stay if necessary

I got a compound but I think she's straight
Referring to having a large estate, but believing she is doing well

'Cause she supported since Hot Beats
Appreciating her support from the early days

Right before Wayne came and got me
Recalling the time when Lil Wayne signed him

Out of the back room where I was rapping with Jas
Remembering his humble beginnings in a back room

Over beats that I shouldn't have in the hopes for the glory
Creating music with limited resources, aspiring for success

He walked right past in the hallway
Recounting an encounter with Lil Wayne in a hallway

Three months later, I'm his artist
Reflecting on the quick progression from an encounter to being signed

He probably wouldn't remember that story
Recognizing that Lil Wayne may not recall the specific details

But that shit stick with me always
The memory remains significant to him

Couldn't believe when he called me
Expressing surprise and disbelief when he received a call from Lil Wayne

You never know, it could happen to you
Highlighting the possibility of unexpected success for others

And I just spent four Ferrari's all on a brand new Bugatti
Boasting about a recent extravagant purchase

And did that shit 'cause it's somethin' to do
Indicating that the purchase was made for the sake of entertainment

Yeah, I guess that's just who I became, dawg
Accepting and embracing his current identity

Nothing was the same, dawg
Acknowledging the transformative nature of his success