the motto
Drake ft. Mario Lil Wayne & Tyga Lyrics


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I'm the fuckin' man, you don't get it do ya?
Type of money everybody acting like they knew ya
Go uptown, New York City bitch
Some Spanish girls love me like I'm Aventura
Tell Uncle Luke I'm out in Miami too
Clubbing hard, fuckin' women ain't much to do
Wrist bling, got a condo up in Biscayne
Still getting brain from a thang, ain't shit changed
How you feel? How you feel? How you feel?
Twenty five sittin' on twenty-five mil uhh
I'm in the building and I'm feeling myself
Rest in peace Mac Dre, I'mma do it for the Bay, okay
Getting paid well holla wen ever that stop
My team good, we don't really need a mascot
Tell Tune “light one, pass it like a relay”
YMCMB you niggas more YMCA
Me, Freddie, Marley Marl at the cribbo
Shout goes out to Niko, J and Chubbs, shout to Gibbo
We got Santa Margarita by the liter
She know even if I'm fuckin' with her, I don't really need her
Ahhh, That's how you feel man?
That's really how you feel?
Cause the pimpin' ice cold, all these bitches wanna chill
I mean maybe she won't
Then again maybe she will
I can almost guarantee she know the deal
Real nigga wassap

Now she want a photo Ya
You already know though
You only live once, that's the motto nigga YOLO
We 'bout it every day, every day, every day
Like we sittin' on the bench, nigga we don't really play
Every day, every day, fuck what anybody say
Can't see 'em 'cause the money in the way
Real nigga wassup?

One, time fuck one time
I'm calling niggas out like the umpire
Seven, grams in the blunt
Almost drowned in her pussy so I swam to her butt
It's Eastside, we in this bitch
Wish a nigga would like a tree in this bitch
And if a leaf fall put some weed in that bitch
That's my MO add a B to that shit
I'm fucked up, torn down
I'm twisted: door knob
Talk stupid, off with your head!
Nigga money talks and Mr Ed! Ya
I'm so Young Money got a drum on the gun
Energizer bunny
Funny how honey ain't sweet like sugar
Ain't shit sweet niggas on the street like hookers
I tongue kiss her other tongue
Skeet skeet skeet: water gun
Oh my God Becky look at her butt

Tunechi

Now she want a photo Ya
You already know though
You only live once, that's the motto nigga YOLO
We 'bout it every day, every day, every day
Like we sittin' on the bench, nigga we don't really play
Every day, every day, fuck what anybody say
Can't see 'em 'cause the money in the way
Real nigga wassup?

Wassap wassap
Real nigga wassup
Real nigga wassup

Now she want a photo Ya
You already know though
You only live once, that's the motto nigga YOLO
We 'bout it every day, every day, every day
Like we sittin' on the bench, nigga we don't really play
Every day, every day, fuck what anybody say
Can't see 'em 'cause the money in the way
Real nigga wassup?





Wassap, wassap

Overall Meaning

The song "The Motto" by Drake ft. Lil Wayne, Tyga, and Mario is all about Drake bragging about his success and wealth. He asserts himself as the "man" and highlights his flashy lifestyle. The lyrics imply that he can have any woman he wants and that he is untouchable. He even pays homage to Mac Dre, a popular rapper from the Bay Area who is no longer alive. Throughout the song, the phrase "YOLO" is repeated, which stands for "You Only Live Once." This phrase is used to justify living life to the fullest, even if it means engaging in risky behavior.


The theme of the song is not entirely new in the hip-hop genre; many rappers talk about their wealth and success, but what sets "The Motto" apart is its delivery. Drake's flow is so smooth, and his tone is so calm that it's almost as if he is telling a story rather than rapping. Lil Wayne and Tyga also add their own unique style to the song, making it a perfect collaboration. Additionally, the song's catchy chorus and the use of autotune add to its appeal.


Overall, "The Motto" is a song about living life to the fullest and enjoying the spoils of one's success. It is a reminder that we only have one life to live, and we should make the most of it by doing what makes us happy.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm the fuckin' man, you don't get it do ya?
I am in control of my life and my success, and it seems that you do not understand or recognize that fact.


Type of money everybody acting like they knew ya
I have achieved a level of financial success that makes people act like they have always known me, even if they have not.


Go uptown, New York City bitch
I am challenging myself and others to explore and embrace the culture and energy of uptown NYC.


Some Spanish girls love me like I'm Aventura
I have a strong appeal to young, Spanish-speaking women just like the popular music group, Aventura.


Tell Uncle Luke I'm out in Miami too
I am letting my friend, Uncle Luke, know that I am currently located in Miami.


Clubbing hard, fuckin' women ain't much to do
There is not much else to do besides go clubbing and having sex with women.


Wrist bling, got a condo up in Biscayne
I am wealthy enough to wear expensive jewelry and own a property in the exclusive area of Biscayne.


Still getting brain from a thang, ain't shit changed
I am still receiving oral sex from a woman, and nothing has changed in my life.


How you feel? How you feel? How you feel?
I am asking how you are feeling or what your current emotions are.


Twenty five sittin' on twenty-five mil uhh
I am 25 years old and have amassed a net worth of $25 million.


I'm in the building and I'm feeling myself
I am here and confident in my abilities and success.


Rest in peace Mac Dre, I'mma do it for the Bay, okay
I pay respects to Mac Dre, and I am going to represent the Bay Area and keep its culture alive.


Getting paid well holla wen ever that stop
I am currently making a lot of money, but I know it could end at any moment.


My team good, we don't really need a mascot
My associates are capable and efficient, and we do not require a symbol or figurehead to represent us.


Tell Tune “light one, pass it like a relay”
I am requesting for my friend Tune to light a joint and pass it around like in a relay race.


YMCMB you niggas more YMCA
Compared to my record label, Young Money Cash Money Billionaires, other people seem more fitting to be at the YMCA instead.


Me, Freddie, Marley Marl at the cribbo
My friends Freddie and Marley Marl are hanging out with me at my home.


Shout goes out to Niko, J and Chubbs, shout to Gibbo
I am giving a shoutout to some of my good friends, including Niko, J, Chubbs, and Gibbo.


We got Santa Margarita by the liter
We have a lot of Santa Margarita in containers of one liter.


She know even if I'm fuckin' with her, I don't really need her
The woman that I am engaging in sexual activity with knows that I do not need her for anything other than that.


Ahhh, That's how you feel man?
I am questioning your emotions or attitude with a sound of surprise or skepticism.


That's really how you feel?
I am asking confirmation or more explanation about your emotions or thoughts.


Cause the pimpin' ice cold, all these bitches wanna chill
My status as a pimp is very strong, and many women are attracted to my cool demeanor.


I mean maybe she won't
Although the woman may not agree to engage in sexual activity with me, it is still a possibility.


Then again maybe she will
On the other hand, the woman may also agree to engage in sexual activity with me.


I can almost guarantee she know the deal
I am confident that the woman in question knows and understands what I am offering and what to expect.


Real nigga wassap
I am calling out to a genuine and trustworthy friend.


Now she want a photo Ya
The woman now wants to take a picture with me.


You already know though
I assume that you are already aware or familiar with this situation or request.


You only live once, that's the motto nigga YOLO
We only have one life, so we should live it to the fullest and embrace exciting experiences and opportunities.


We 'bout it every day, every day, every day
We are enthusiastic and prepared for any challenge or experience that comes our way, every single day.


Like we sittin' on the bench, nigga we don't really play
We may not physically be sitting on a bench, but we are not passive bystanders - we actively participate and contribute to our lives and surroundings.


Fuck what anybody say
I do not care about or pay attention to other people's opinions or criticisms.


Can't see 'em 'cause the money in the way
The amount of money that I have accumulated has created a barrier or interference between me and others.


One, time fuck one time
I am instructing to take advantage of the current opportunity or situation and have sex.


I'm calling niggas out like the umpire
I am challenging and confronting others like an umpire would in a game or match.


Seven, grams in the blunt
We have seven grams of marijuana in the shared blunt.


Almost drowned in her pussy so I swam to her butt
I am describing my experience during sex with a woman and using a metaphor to imply that it was very enjoyable or overwhelming.


It's Eastside, we in this bitch
We are currently located on the Eastside of an area, and we are present and involved in the action.


Wish a nigga would like a tree in this bitch
I am challenging anyone to confront me or my associates with the same intensity and persistence as a tree staying rooted in one place.


And if a leaf fall put some weed in that bitch
If there is any sort of problem or issue, we can deal with it by smoking some marijuana.


That's my MO add a B to that shit
My specific approach to situations or problems is my 'modus operandi,' or MO, and I add a layer of aggression or toughness to it.


I'm fucked up, torn down
I am in a state of being highly intoxicated or in a bad mental and emotional state.


I'm twisted: door knob
My current state is highly distorted and confused, like a twisted door knob.


Talk stupid, off with your head!
I will quickly and ferociously retaliate against anyone who speaks or behaves foolishly or offensively around me.


Nigga money talks and Mr Ed! Ya
The wealth that I have accumulated speaks more than words ever could, and in some ways, my money has become my identity rather than my own self.


I'm so Young Money got a drum on the gun
I am so ingrained in the Young Money Cash Money Billionaires culture that I carry a weapon with a drum magazine attached, as if it is a part of my identity.


Energizer bunny
I am likening myself to the Energizer bunny, as I have a seemingly endless supply of energy and motivation.


Funny how honey ain't sweet like sugar
I find it ironic that some women are not as gentle or loving as one might expect, like sugar would be to honey.


Ain't shit sweet niggas on the street like hookers
The streets are a tough and dangerous place, and the people who inhabit them are far from sweet or innocent, just like prostitutes.


I tongue kiss her other tongue
I am describing a very intimate and passionate sexual act with a woman.


Skeet skeet skeet: water gun
I am referencing the act of ejaculation during sex with a metaphor of a water gun shooting multiple streams of liquid.


Oh my God Becky look at her butt
I am commenting on a woman's physical attributes, specifically her butt, in a manner that objectifies and belittles her.


Real nigga wassup
I am calling out to a genuine and trustworthy friend.


Wassap wassap
I am greeting someone in a casual and friendly manner.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: AUBREY GRAHAM, DWAYNE CARTER, ANTHONY RAY, NOAH SHEBIB, TYLER WILLIAMS

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