In addition to “Cocaine,” there is a bonus song titled “Cheap Cocaine” tacked on to the end of this track, in which FIDLAR’s frontman, Zac Carper, sings about his time living in his car.
The song’s music video features Nick Offerman, best known as Parks and Recreation character Ron Swanson, strung out and wandering L.A.
Of additional note, “Cocaine” was featured on the soundtrack for the video game Grand Theft Auto V, and on the MTV show Finding Carter.
Cocaine
FIDLAR Lyrics
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There ain't no difference between the two
Coke's for whores, it ain't for men
They say it kills but they don't know when
Cocaine running 'round in my
Cocaine running 'round in my
Cocaine running 'round in my brain
Woke up this morning, had a hunger pain
And all I want for breakfast is my good cocaine
Oh mama, come here quick
That old cocaine's about to make me sick
Cocaine running 'round in my
Cocaine running 'round in my
Cocaine running 'round in my brain
Cocaine running 'round in my
Cocaine running 'round in my
Cocaine running 'round in my brain
I'm spendin' all my cash on cheap cocaine
And I've been wasted almost every day
And I don't know what to do
It kinda sucks being twenty-two
And now I'm back to pissing in my car
I'm back to doing lines in bathroom bars
And I don't know what to do
It kinda sucks being twenty-two
We were high as fuck on your back porch
And you didn't care anymore
But are you really gonna kick me out in this rain?
And I knew you would
I would've paid the rent if I could
And I know you do
Mean everything when you're all fucked on booze
I'm spending all my cash on cheap cocaine
And I've been wasted every day
And I don't know what to do
It kinda sucks being twenty-two
We were high as fuck on your back porch
And you didn't care anymore
But are you really gonna kick me out in this rain?
And I knew you would
I would've paid the rent if I could
And I know you do
Mean every fuckin' word when you're fucked on booze
And I knew you would
I would've paid the rent if I could
And I know you do
Mean everything when you're all fucked on booze
The song "Cocaine" by Fidlar is a gritty and raw exploration of drug addiction and the toll it takes on a person's life. The lyrics convey a sense of desperation and hopelessness as the singer struggles with his cocaine addiction. The opening lines, "You take Sally and I'll take Sue, there ain't no difference between the two," suggest that the singer sees no difference between the two women he is with and the drug he is addicted to. He sees all of them as interchangeable and disposable.
The lyrics go on to describe the physical and emotional effects of cocaine use. The singer expresses a hunger for the drug, using the metaphor of wanting it for breakfast. The repetition of the line "Cocaine running 'round in my brain" emphasizes the all-consuming nature of addiction. The singer speaks of spending all his cash on cheap cocaine and being wasted every day. The chorus, with its haunting melody and simple, repeated lyrics, captures the sense of being trapped in a never-ending cycle of addiction.
The later verses of the song deal with the consequences of addiction. The singer is back to pissing in his car and doing lines in bathroom bars, suggesting a loss of dignity and self-respect. He is kicked out by someone he cares about, perhaps a girlfriend or roommate, because of his addiction. The final line, "Mean everything when you're all fucked on booze," suggests that the singer is using alcohol as well as cocaine to numb his pain.
Line by Line Meaning
You take Sally and I'll take Sue
I have no preference between the two women, just like I have no preference between different drugs.
There ain't no difference between the two
All drugs are interchangeable to me, and I take them regardless of the consequences.
Coke's for whores, it ain't for men
Despite using cocaine myself, I look down on women who use it and see them as lesser.
They say it kills but they don't know when
I am aware of the dangers of cocaine, but I don't care because I don't believe it will happen to me.
Woke up this morning, had a hunger pain
I am addicted to cocaine and suffer from withdrawal symptoms when I haven't used it in a while.
And all I want for breakfast is my good cocaine
I prioritize my drug use above all else, including basic necessities like food.
Oh mama, come here quick
I am desperate for another hit of cocaine and will rely on others to help me get it.
That old cocaine's about to make me sick
Despite experiencing negative effects from my drug use, I am still unable to stop.
I'm spending all my cash on cheap cocaine
I am putting my financial security at risk by dedicating most of my money to purchasing drugs.
And I've been wasted almost every day
I am constantly under the influence of drugs and heavily rely on them to cope with life.
It kinda sucks being twenty-two
I am struggling with my current stage of life and am looking for ways to escape it, even if it means using drugs.
And now I'm back to pissing in my car
My addiction has led me to engage in behaviors that are dangerous and unsanitary, such as urinating in my car.
I'm back to doing lines in bathroom bars
I am unable to control my drug use and will use drugs in any setting, even in public restrooms.
We were high as fuck on your back porch
I have many experiences with drug use, and it is a significant part of my life and relationships.
And you didn't care anymore
My loved ones are becoming apathetic towards my struggles with drug addiction and are unable to help me anymore.
But are you really gonna kick me out in this rain?
Despite my behavior, I still expect others to provide for me and am unprepared for the consequences of my actions.
And I knew you would
I am aware of the negative consequences of my actions but continue to engage in them anyway.
I would've paid the rent if I could
I am unable to meet basic financial responsibilities due to my addiction and prioritize drugs over my obligations.
And I know you do
I rely on the love and support of others to enable my addiction, even if it harms them in the process.
Mean every fuckin' word when you're fucked on booze
I use my substance abuse problems to justify my negative behaviors and decisions, rather than taking responsibility.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Hipgnosis Songs Group
Written by: Gary Davis, Zachary Carper, Elvis Grayson Kuehn, Maxwell Atom Kuehn, Brandon Quinn Schwartzel
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@brockbaker
I love this. Such a funny payoff.
@AkwardMan9
Brock you like Fidlar?!?!?
@999Burek666
Pissoff?
@MrBz123wee
Holy crap, this is surprising
@christinewollman1625
Hi
@valentinecobain9341
You love pissing man's?
@MysticNode626
I must've missed this episode of Parks and Recreation.
@alext2046
Travers Hartstone It was a live holiday special.
@jonzpanz
Travers Hartstone this is the parks and drug recreation special
@b.m.r221
I think we all have bud