Platinum
Emtee Lyrics
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A-T-M nigga
A-T-M nigga
Yeah
Flex
I just went Platinum
The boy's on top ain't no catching me
Did it coz I'm passionate
Put a lot of action in it
My people dying in them shacks and they
You want me to help you, don't see that happening (No)
They don't want us to own cribs cause we trap in em
White tee like them folks with the with the bad breathing
Young nigga from the Jozi Streets
All my songs is on repeat
Pay up if you owe me please
We go loco luna on the beat
We pull up and disturb the peace
Heard you got beef me I want a peace
Stop talking boy I'm rolling G's
How you haiting you a solo tweep
Shout out to niggas who left me in the cold
Joburg city hella stories untold
I told my self that I will never fall
Been doing this since 9 years old
I just went platinum
I just went platinum
I pull up
Ain't got a A for the five on em
Yeah
Pussy niggas that's what I call em
I just went and got peace I'm about to slug on them
They watch their mamma cry for them
I just went platinum
I just went platinum
I just went platinum
I just went platinum
I just went platinum
I just went platinum
I just landed from Europe
Came back now we planning a tour
My chains as rooted to the core
I'ma do it like I did it before
Niggas know I'm the one
I face problems never run
Visarce for my son
And I'm proudly on my blund
They know I hold it down
I keep it staife
I see them haters frown they look so pitty
Bitch I am no clown don't try to play me
I was out in London town I hope you get me
Same lame from a village
Now I'm worth a couple millis
If you come into my city blessing me
Oh you gon get it
I still do it like I'm broke
Slap my self with diamond chokes
I told you I'm ATM
Please don't ask me about them folks
I still get it on the lawn
Party is in it on the stove
Should I drop this album
They said what you waiting for
I just went platinum
I just went platinum
I just went platinum
I just went platinum
I just went platinum
I just went platinum
In Emtee's "Platinum," the South African rapper celebrates his success in the music industry. He boasts of going platinum, a certification given to an album which sells one million copies or streams, and feeling like he's on top of the world. He attributes his success to his passion for music and his hard work, revealing that he's been doing this since he was nine years old. In the chorus, he repeats the phrase "I just went platinum" to emphasize his achievement.
Emtee also acknowledges the struggles in his community, where people are living in shacks and poverty is rampant. However, he makes it clear that he can't single-handedly solve these issues and therefore focuses on making music and living his best life. He also confronts his haters, calling them out as "pussy niggas" and showing he's not afraid to stand up for himself. Throughout the song, he exudes confidence and swagger, creating a celebratory mood.
Overall, "Platinum" is a tribute to Emtee's journey and his determination to succeed. He acknowledges the challenges he and his community face but chooses to celebrate his victories and look towards a brighter future.
Line by Line Meaning
Put that moola soo
I'm all about the money and stacking it up
A-T-M nigga
I hustle hard and get my money from the ATM
A-T-M nigga
I hustle hard and get my money from the ATM
Yeah
I'm confident and know my worth
Flex
I'm showing off my success and wealth
I just went Platinum
I achieved platinum status for my music
The boy's on top ain't no catching me
I am on top of my game and unbeatable
Did it coz I'm passionate
I achieved this success because of my passion for music
And I
I am the one responsible for my own success
Put a lot of action in it
I worked hard and put a lot of effort into my music
My people dying in them shacks and they
My people are struggling and living in poverty
You want me to help you, don't see that happening (No)
People are expecting me to help them out of poverty but I cannot do it alone
They don't want us to own cribs cause we trap in em
The system is designed to keep us poor and stuck in our current situation
White tee like them folks with the with the bad breathing
I dress simple like those who are struggling to breathe due to poverty
Young nigga from the Jozi Streets
I come from the tough streets of Johannesburg
All my songs is on repeat
My music is popular and loved by many
Pay up if you owe me please
I demand payment for my hard work and talent
We go loco luna on the beat
We make great music and have a lot of fun doing it
We pull up and disturb the peace
We make a big entrance and make an impact wherever we go
Heard you got beef me I want a peace
I want to resolve any conflicts peacefully
Stop talking boy I'm rolling G's
I am too busy making my money and achieving my dreams to listen to haters
How you haiting you a solo tweep
I don't pay attention to haters who are not making moves of their own
Shout out to niggas who left me in the cold
I acknowledge those who didn't support me before I became successful
Joburg city hella stories untold
Johannesburg is full of untold stories and struggles
I told my self that I will never fall
I am determined to never fail or give up
Been doing this since 9 years old
I have been passionate about music and working hard at it since I was young
I pull up
I arrive with style and confidence
Ain't got a A for the five on em
I am not afraid to spend my money and show off my success
Pussy niggas that's what I call em
I don't respect those who are weak and cowardly
I just went and got peace I'm about to slug on them
I am at peace with myself and ready to take on any challenge or conflict
They watch their mamma cry for them
Those who don't work hard and achieve success make their families struggle and suffer
I just landed from Europe
I am a successful artist with international fame and recognition
Came back now we planning a tour
I am always working towards the next big thing, planning tours and making more great music
My chains as rooted to the core
My success is a part of me and I am proud of it
I'ma do it like I did it before
I will continue to work hard and achieve great things, just like I have in the past
Niggas know I'm the one
I am respected and admired for my talent and success
I face problems never run
I am not afraid to face challenges and always stand my ground
Visarce for my son
I work hard and achieve success to provide for my family
And I'm proudly on my blund
I am confident and proud of my success
They know I hold it down
Others know that I am responsible and always come through
I keep it staife
I stay true to myself and my values, always keeping it real
I see them haters frown they look so pitty
Haters will always be jealous and unhappy with my success, but I don't let that affect me
Bitch I am no clown don't try to play me
I am not a fool and won't let others take advantage of me
I was out in London town I hope you get me
I am well-traveled and experienced, and I hope others can relate to me
Same lame from a village
I come from humble beginnings and have worked hard to achieve success
Now I'm worth a couple millis
I have achieved great success and wealth through hard work and talent
If you come into my city blessing me
If you visit my city and show me respect, I will return the favor
Oh you gon get it
If you cross me or disrespect me, there will be consequences
I still do it like I'm broke
I am humble and grounded despite my success and wealth
Slap my self with diamond chokes
I enjoy the finer things in life, but I don't let it go to my head
Please don't ask me about them folks
I don't waste my time or energy worrying about others who are not on my level
I still get it on the lawn
I continue to work hard and make money, just like I did when I started
Party is in it on the stove
I never stop making great music and having fun
Should I drop this album
I am always working on new projects and music
They said what you waiting for
Others are always asking about my next move and expecting more great music from me
I just went platinum
I achieved platinum status for my music
I just went platinum
I achieved platinum status for my music
I just went platinum
I achieved platinum status for my music
I just went platinum
I achieved platinum status for my music
I just went platinum
I achieved platinum status for my music
I just went platinum
I achieved platinum status for my music
Writer(s): mnqobi nxumalo, mthembeni ndevu
Contributed by Hannah A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Bob_Quira
The Boy Still The Best even today 2024 till future ... all his songs π₯°ππ―β€π₯
@user-fc1hz1xi5w
still the best album for me keep it up hustla
@kaytiesa
Damn this song is not praised enoughπ₯π₯π₯
@griizzlebearsa
still one of the best intros ever!
@aubreymaswanganyi1385
2024 Da Hustler Rise Emtee Record F#ck Ambitious
@mwambamuya4490
My people dyin in them shacks n emπ’β€
@weirdondra
Finally back, cant believe it.
@yourztosee-wf5ej
Shout out to ninjas left me in the cold
@biglawmamelodiprince7515
Wat a classic Album π
@anthonywilliams6832
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