Ransom
Drake (feat. Lil Wayne) Lyrics

Yea
Yes, this is the start of the song.

It's drizzy baby
This song is by Drake.

You already know what it is
You are already familiar with this song and its style.

It's the first time I'm high
I am feeling intoxicated for the first time.

It's the first time I smoked in like 3 months
I haven't smoked marijuana in three months, so this is a new experience for me.

I'm sorry momma I had to do it to 'em
I apologize to my mother because I made the decision to smoke despite any potential disappointment she may have.

Forty I see you
I acknowledge and greet my friend Forty.

Oh I see you homie
I also acknowledge and greet another friend.

I stay late tonight right
I plan to stay out late tonight.

You know what happen when I stay late, heh
You are aware of the consequences and excitement that occur when I stay out late.

Boy wonder
I am referring to producer Boy Wonder.

I swear its like this every single time
This situation repeats itself every time.

Toronto I got you
I am representing and supporting my hometown, Toronto.

I got us
I am looking out for the collective success and well-being of the people in my city.

I'm a hard guy to get along wit
I am not the easiest person to have a harmonious relationship with.

Get on a song wit
Collaborating with me on a song can be challenging.

Where shit be going right
Things are going well in my life.

Well I just flip it to the wrong shit
Instead of embracing and enjoying the positive, I often shift my focus to negative things.

The team that I belong to
I am a part of a specific group of people, referred to as 'the team'.

Tha artists I put on wit
I support and promote other artists who are associated with me.

Don't ever ask for nothin cause them niggaz got they own shit
I don't expect anything from them because they are self-sufficient and have their own resources.

Me 'n Weezy like a mouthful of hot peppers
Lil Wayne and I are like a combination of intense flavors, representing our energetic and powerful presence in the music industry.

Black Ferrari with the red seats
I own a sleek and luxurious car, a black Ferrari with red seats.

I call it playin checkers
I refer to my actions as a strategic game of checkers.

I'm never doing verses
I don't just do regular rap verses.

I'm forever giving lectures
I provide valuable knowledge and insights through my music.

If you're tryna meet with money
If you're looking to connect with wealthy individuals,

I'd be happy to connect ya
I would be pleased to introduce you to those people.

Life is better than its ever been
My life has improved significantly recently.

Scheduling million dollar meetings with the president
I am organizing high-stakes meetings with important individuals, including the president, that involve significant amounts of money.

Someone cut the lights on
I am requesting that the lights be turned on.

Where is Thomas Edison
I am wondering about the whereabouts of Thomas Edison, the famous inventor.

Got a new condo watch me as I settle in
I have acquired a new condominium, and now everyone can observe me getting comfortable in my new space.

I deserve a MTV show for me and my people
I believe I should have my own MTV show to showcase myself and the people I associate with.

And if you tryna zone I got a whole swisha sweet full
If you want to relax and have a good time, I have plenty of marijuana rolled in a cigar wrapper for you.

Rappers are liars and they women are deceitful
I believe that many rappers are not truthful in their lyrics and their female companions are also untrustworthy.

Adding till they subtract me I never be a equal
Other rappers may try to diminish my success, but they will never truly be on the same level as me.

Last place Drizzy is the nigga in the lead now
Even though I previously may have been seen as less successful than others, I am now the one ahead of everyone else.

Weezy told me just write every single thing you need down
Lil Wayne advised me to write down all the things I want and need in order to achieve my goals.

Then he got it for me and I'm happy as can be now
Lil Wayne successfully obtained those things for me, and now I am extremely content and satisfied.

Bout to start ballin' like I'm coming off ofa rebound
I am about to significantly elevate my success, similar to a basketball player who rebounds the ball and goes on to score.

And I should have the most bragging rights
Considering my accomplishments, I should have the highest level of boasting and bragging privilege.

Because a nigga spit crack, bag it tight
I am a skilled rapper and my lyrics are highly addictive and valuable.

Hate when rappers say they tryna get they swagger right
I dislike it when other rappers claim to be working on improving their style and confidence.

Cause I done came wit mo' fire than a dragon fight
I have consistently delivered more intense and powerful rap verses than any battle between dragons.

Fuck you pussy ass hater you should do you
I have no respect for individuals who hate on others, and I suggest they focus on themselves instead.

You ain't heard of me then you should go and get a Blue's Clue
If you are unfamiliar with my fame and success, I suggest you watch the children's show Blue's Clues to educate yourself.

Oops I mean a red clue
Actually, I misspoke, it should be a red clue instead of a Blue's Clue.

Wayne's here, su WOO
Lil Wayne is present and expressing his affiliation with the Bloods gang through the phrase 'su woo'.

Bet he felt that like the end of a pool cue
I am confident that Lil Wayne's presence and statement had a significant impact, similar to being struck with the end of a pool cue.

But I ain't banging I ain't waving no flag
Although Lil Wayne is affiliated with the Bloods gang, he clarifies that he is not actively involved in gang activity.

I'm ATF but they ain't seein no badge
Lil Wayne compares himself to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), suggesting that he has power and influence without needing to display a badge.

Its heartbreak Drake I hate to see 'em so sad
Referring to himself as 'heartbreak Drake', he expresses his dislike for seeing others feeling sad and heartbroken.

I could son you, see a little me in yo' dad
I have the ability to overtake and outdo you, and I see similarities between myself and your father.

I'm the same yellow boy that used to play up on degrassi
I am the same person who used to act on the television show Degrassi, known for my light skin tone.

Can pocket twenty thousand to be anywhere they ask me
I can easily make $20,000 by simply attending events or locations where I am invited.

Cash like Johnny, Banks like Ashley
I have a significant amount of cash, similar to Johnny Cash, and my financial institution is as reliable as Ashley Banks from The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.

Burning like a Camel Light
I am smoking cigarettes avidly, referencing Camel Lights specifically.

Stupid hoe ash me
I am mocking and dismissing a foolish woman by telling her to ask me a question.

But don't ask me shit about me
Despite my previous statement, I don't want to discuss personal matters.

And kno the game really ain't shit without me
I want everyone to be aware that the music industry would not have the same significance and impact without my presence.

She might have to pay me but I dick her down free
Although a woman may owe me money, I will still engage in sexual activities with her without charge.

Wanna know if its the truth then pull the zipper down and see
If someone wants to confirm the truth of my statement, they can verify it by unzipping my pants.

' no homo though
I want to emphasize that the previous statement should not be interpreted as a homosexual remark.

Ummm
This is an interjection to indicate uncertainty or hesitation.

I'm goin then
I am leaving now.

Drizzy I got us
I assure my fans and supporters that I will take care of their interests and needs.

This is my promise
I am making a commitment to fulfill my obligations and responsibilities.

Ima bring that barrel to them bitches
I will provide my full effort and talent to impress and captivate my audience.

Eye liners and what I make up will fuck up your skin
Both my eyeliner and the content I create will have a significant impact on the perception and emotions of others.

I pick the buck up and buck buck and buck buck again
I take control of situations and repeatedly assert dominance.

I will butt fuck your friend then suck up her twin
I will engage in sexual acts with someone's friend, and then proceed to sexually satisfy her twin sibling.

I put the buck up to him then buck buck and buck buck and buck buck again
I confront an individual with aggression and repeatedly assert my dominance through violent actions.

Suck nut you duck fuck your unlovin kin
I disrespectfully insult and degrade an individual, suggesting that they perform oral sex on male genitalia and criticizing their lack of love and support for their family.

Now don't rub it in
I request that you refrain from emphasizing or reminding me of my previous statements/actions.

Like Lubriderm on a new tattoo I had to
I compare the act of not rubbing it in to applying lotion to a newly tattooed area of the skin.

Kick my princess up out my castle dad who
I dismiss and remove an individual who I consider important or valuable from my presence, questioning their relevance or significance.

Never had that dude
I have never experienced a situation involving that person.

Always had a black tool
I have consistently possessed a weapon, specifically referring to a firearm.

Even when I was at school 'cause bullies aren't bulletproof
Even during my school days, I carried a weapon for self-defense, as bullies can still be vulnerable despite their intimidating demeanor.

Red scarf hoodie too
I wear a hoodie with a red scarf, possibly representing my affiliation with a specific group or gang.

Probably ain't as hood as you
I may not appear as street or gang-oriented as you.

Stupid motherfucker the only thing in the hood is you
I insult and mock an individual, suggesting that they are the only thing of significance or relevance in their neighborhood.

I do everything good as you no I do everything better
I claim to be able to perform tasks at a similar or superior level compared to the individual I am addressing.

I get paid for every letter ABC etcetera
I earn money for every letter I rap, from A to Z and beyond.

Fetch a bone, like a dog motherfucker
I make a derogatory insult, comparing someone to a dog retrieving a bone.

I am goin for you neck in a sec intercept
I am aggressively targeting and attacking an individual, similar to intercepting a pass in sports.

And my exit comin up yup
I am preparing to leave the situation or conversation soon.

Ya I am headed for the buck like
I am focused on acquiring wealth and success, similar to aiming for a high score in basketball.

Buck buck again might fly to LA and just fuck Karrine
I am considering having sexual relations with Karrine, possibly referring to Karrine Steffans (a former pornographic actress and author).

Nah fuck Karrine lets get bucks again
I decide against engaging with Karrine sexually and instead focus on acquiring more money.

And fuckin spend them bucks and then just fuck Karrine
I plan to spend the money I earn and then potentially engage in sexual activities with Karrine.

If I told you ima do it I did it
If I inform you that I will accomplish something, rest assured that I have already completed it.

Got my city on my fitted
I represent and pay homage to my city by wearing a fitted cap that represents it.

Bout to pop a lets get it
I am about to open a bottle of Champagne or alcohol, signaling the start of a celebration.

Lets get it motherfucker what you waitin on
I am urging and encouraging individuals to join in the excitement and take action without hesitation.

It is about a minute past piss and I'm bout to get shitted
I am indicating that I urgently need to urinate and will soon take care of that need.

I'm wit it if money is the it you want me with
I am willing to align myself with money and those who can provide it.

And ill probably just spit on the chick you won't be with
I am disrespectful towards a woman who is not with you and indicate that I will insult her verbally.

And I hate a bony bitch only like em only thick
I have a strong dislike for skinny women, as I prefer them to be curvy and thick.

And I own hiphop if you don't spit I'm gon evict
I assert dominance over the rap industry and suggest that those who don't actively participate will be removed or excluded.

And I just sold a lot of property to a buyer
I recently completed a significant real estate transaction, selling a considerable amount of property to someone.

And I think his name was kinda like drake drizzy rogers or
The buyer's name seemed to resemble mine, possibly indicating a connection or similarity.

Drizzy drake rogers I'm too busy to play father
Referring to myself by my full name, I indicate that I don't have the time or desire to take on the role of a father figure.

And when it comes to the game I'm to willing to play harder
I am highly motivated and determined to put in extra effort when it comes to my career in the music industry.

So harder I go there he go
I continue to push myself to new levels, and others can witness my dedication and progress.

They chant mvp when I shoot a free-throw, CEO
When I successfully shoot a free throw in basketball, people celebrate me as the Most Valuable Player (MVP). Additionally, I refer to myself as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in terms of my influence and control over my career.

Jazz what it do
I am addressing someone named Jazz and inquiring about their current situation or actions.

The haters on their face and then their ass is a shoe
I discount and disregard the opinions and negativity of haters, comparing their faces to shoes.

Faster than you
I am quicker and more skilled than you.

Badder than you
I am more formidable and formidable than you.

Radder than you, etcetera
I possess more impressive qualities and characteristics than you, and the list goes on.

I told you I get paid by the letter like
I previously mentioned that I earn money for every letter I rap, similar to how I am compensated for performing each individual letter in the alphabet.

ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXY
This is the sequence of letters in the alphabet from A to Y.

ZZ top, yes he rock
I reference the rock band ZZ Top.

And me and drizzy both wrote on detox
Both Drake and I have contributed to the songwriting process for the album Detox.

That was just a foot note
This line serves as a minor addition or side comment.

How long can he could go
The question is raised regarding how long I can continue to be successful and influential.

Wonderin when he stop'
People are curious about when my success will eventually come to an end.

Bitch when the beat stop
My success will only cease when the music stops playing.

So ima keep rockin
Therefore, I will continue to perform and be successful.

Till the sheet rock bend
I will persist until the walls made of sheet rock become distorted or damaged.

In the heat I singe
In difficult or intense situations, I am able to thrive and come out on top.

Burnt skin
This metaphor refers to facing adversity and experiencing negative consequences.

THE END
This signifies the conclusion of the song.

Young mula baby, un huh
This is a signature phrase and chant associated with Young Money Entertainment.