In 2017, EARTHGANG signed to J. Cole's Dreamville Records, and have since released three EPs: Rags (September 2017), Robots (October 2017), and Royalty (February 2018).
Top Down
EarthGang Lyrics
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But I ain't gon' never ever quit
I like girls with pretty feet, yeah
And jeans that'll never ever fit
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Top down (yeah)
And I'm floatin' through the city
Watch out (on the run)
Deputy out to get me
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Top down (top down)
And I'm floatin' through the city
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Watch out (on the run)
Deputy out to get me
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Most that shit y'all talkin' bout
Ain't really talkin' 'bout nothin' (no)
Say you twenty-five when you really thirty-two
Baby goin' in, go and stop frontin' (whoa)
Bottle in the club cost a stack
You ain't even got nine hundred (oh)
Ben-10 with the bustdown
Different rank, got my whole damn lane
Got my whole damn lane
I dare you, put it together
On that white just like Othello
I don't check emails, better be textin'
Cc me if you're talking reckless
Pinky toe yellow, foot on the pedal
My bitch a speed devil
That's vroom, vroom, vroom, skrrt
They won't catch us never
Beyonce, my halo
My angel, my devil
My shooters come through with the
Doot, doot, doot, doot, man, I'm tellin' you
I got the heart of a dragon (yeah)
I'm livin' like I imagined
World is mine, no askin'
The world is mine, I'm stabbin', stabbin' now
Top down (yeah)
And I'm floatin' through the city
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Watch out (on the run)
Deputy out to get me
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Top down (top down)
And I'm floatin' through the city
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Watch out (on the run)
Deputy out to get me (ah)
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
I don't waste time on the phone like that
And I stay leavin' texts on read (hello?)
I had, the minute I'm home, I ran into a fling
But I can't really call her my ex (hey)
She said, "I see you, I know you been workin', lil' daddy
You look like you gettin' to the check
I know you focused on work
But I can't help but notice you can't talk about nothin' else
What about you?
How's your mental? How do you cope with what you been through?
How's your tempo?
Who in your life are you really close to?"
I was like, "Damn," space left blank
Plenty of fish in the sea
But nobody fuck with a shark in the tank
Peddle my mind later, washin' the whip
See my reflection, it's all in the paint (oh)
Laid back top, bumping that Frank Ocean, "Crack Rock" (oh)
When I pull up, ridin' with a pack rat, don't get caught, woo
Been through it all, I'm no stranger to loss
R.I.P. Richard, Olivia, Charles (R.I.P)
If nothin' else, I'ma do it for y'all
I don't rap, I just say what's on my heart
Top down (yeah)
And I'm floatin' through the city
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Watch out (on the run)
Deputy out to get me
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Top down (top down)
And I'm floatin' through the city
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Watch out (on the run)
Deputy out to get me
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Said I've been drinkin'
And I've been smokin'
And shawty, I'm flying' down 285, but I'm so focused
Said I've been drinkin'
And I've been smokin'
And baby, I'm flying' down 285, but I'm so focused
The song "Top Down" by EarthGang is about living life on one's own terms and never quitting. The first verse talks about the singer's disregard for his doctor's advice to rest, the type of women he likes (those with pretty feet and jeans that never fit), and the sense of freedom and rebellion he feels driving with the top down despite the presence of a pursuing deputy. The second verse tackles the topic of people who pretend to have achieved more than they really have, while the third verse delves into the singer's personal life, including a conversation with a fling who asks him how he's coping with his pain and loss, and his dedication to keep going for the people he has lost.
Line by Line Meaning
Doctor told me I should rest
Despite being advised to rest, I refuse to quit
But I ain't gon' never ever quit
I have no intention of giving up or quitting
I like girls with pretty feet, yeah
I find girls with attractive feet appealing
And jeans that'll never ever fit
I am attracted to girls who wear jeans that are too small for them
Top down (yeah)
I am driving around with the top down on my car
And I'm floatin' through the city
I am leisurely driving around the city without a care in the world
Watch out (on the run)
I am being cautious and aware of my surroundings
Deputy out to get me
I am worried about being pursued by law enforcement
Most that shit y'all talkin' bout
Most of the things that other people talk about are meaningless
Ain't really talkin' 'bout nothin' (no)
They are not discussing anything of substance
Say you twenty-five when you really thirty-two
People are dishonest about their age
Baby goin' in, go and stop frontin' (whoa)
Stop pretending to be someone you're not
Bottle in the club cost a stack
A bottle of alcohol at the club is expensive
You ain't even got nine hundred (oh)
You cannot even afford to spend nine hundred dollars
Ben-10 with the bustdown
A Ben-10 watch with a diamond-encrusted face
Different rank, got my whole damn lane
I am successful and on a different level than others
I dare you, put it together
I challenge you to figure it out
On that white just like Othello
I am high on drugs like the character Othello
I don't check emails, better be textin'
I prefer to communicate through text messages instead of email
Cc me if you're talking reckless
If you talk negatively about me, make sure to include me in the conversation
Pinky toe yellow, foot on the pedal
My toenail is yellow and I am driving fast
My bitch a speed devil
My partner is also driving very fast
They won't catch us never
We will not be caught by law enforcement
Beyonce, my halo
Beyonce is my inspiration or role model
My angel, my devil
I have both good and bad qualities or influences
My shooters come through with the
My associates will protect me with their guns
Doot, doot, doot, doot, man, I'm tellin' you
Gunshots or the sound of gunfire
I got the heart of a dragon (yeah)
I am courageous and strong
I'm livin' like I imagined
I am living the life I always envisioned
World is mine, no askin'
I feel like I own the world and do not need permission
I'm stabbin', stabbin' now
I am making progress or advancing quickly
I don't waste time on the phone like that
I prefer not to spend time on the phone unnecessarily
And I stay leavin' texts on read (hello?)
I frequently ignore or forget to respond to text messages
I had, the minute I'm home, I ran into a fling
I met up with someone I casually date as soon as I arrived home
But I can't really call her my ex (hey)
It is not accurate to describe her as an ex-partner
She said, "I see you, I know you been workin', lil' daddy
The woman I am seeing knows I am busy with work
You look like you gettin' to the check
It seems like I am making a lot of money
I know you focused on work
I understand you are prioritizing your career
But I can't help but notice you can't talk about nothin' else
You are only able to discuss work-related topics
What about you?
What else is going on with you?
How's your mental? How do you cope with what you been through?
How are you feeling emotionally? How do you deal with difficulties?
How's your tempo?
How are you doing overall?
Who in your life are you really close to?"
Who are your closest relationships with?
I was like, "Damn," space left blank
I responded with surprise or confusion, pausing to think
Plenty of fish in the sea
There are many other people to date
But nobody fuck with a shark in the tank
People are intimidated by or avoid those who are powerful or successful
Peddle my mind later, washin' the whip
I will think about things later, right now I am cleaning my car
See my reflection, it's all in the paint (oh)
I notice my reflection in the paint and feel good about my appearance
Laid back top, bumping that Frank Ocean, "Crack Rock" (oh)
I feel relaxed and am enjoying listening to music by Frank Ocean
When I pull up, ridin' with a pack rat, don't get caught, woo
I am with my associates or friends and need to stay under the radar
Been through it all, I'm no stranger to loss
I have experienced many difficult situations or lost people in my life
R.I.P. Richard, Olivia, Charles (R.I.P)
I am paying tribute to people who have passed away
If nothin' else, I'ma do it for y'all
I am motivated to succeed in honor of those who have passed away
I don't rap, I just say what's on my heart
I am not a traditional rapper, I speak from my emotions and personal experiences
Said I've been drinkin'
I have been consuming alcohol
And I've been smokin'
I have been smoking marijuana
And shawty, I'm flying' down 285, but I'm so focused
I am driving fast, but remain alert and focused
Said I've been drinkin'
I have been consuming alcohol
And I've been smokin'
I have been smoking marijuana
And baby, I'm flying' down 285, but I'm so focused
I am driving fast, but remain alert and focused
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Eian Undrai Parker, Markus Alandrus Randle, Olu O. Fann
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@daniellexmccray
The fact that they were able to still maintain their energy even in puppet form. π₯π₯π₯
@benjaminfarias9169
I've had this song on replay all day. This is basically the first Earthgang song I've ever heard. I'm a fan since yesterday.
@vanessahillman4022
RIP to that replay button..... This song has been on my mind lmao.
@bobbybeige4327
I just heard this song the other DAY for 1st time n I'm a fan...
@slimeking1249
Even in puppetry, they still can't fully make him put on a shirt
@brunjim9812
I was just about to comment that
@deux215x
All they was missing is oluβs glasses
@rastaflowerchild7401
On God lol
@SolBrutha
π€£π
@lighto76
Lol..,. You are insane