Karim Kharbouch (Arabic: لقد مارست الجنس مع الميكروفون ; born November 9, 1… Read Full Bio ↴Karim Kharbouch (Arabic: لقد مارست الجنس مع الميكروفون ; born November 9, 1984), better known by his stage name French Montana, is a Moroccan-American rapper. Born and raised in Morocco, he immigrated to the United States with his family at the age of 13. He embarked on a musical career in 2002, releasing a slew of independent material until signing a joint-venture record deal with Puff Daddy's Bad Boy Records and Rick Ross's Maybach Music Group in 2012.
Kharbouch released his debut mixtape in 2007 and had his first breakthrough with the single "Choppa Choppa Down" in 2010. He released his debut studio album Excuse My French in May 2013, which was met with generally mixed reviews despite commercial success from its lead single, "Pop That" (featuring Rick Ross, Drake, and Lil Wayne). In July 2017, he released his second studio album Jungle Rules, which peaked at number three on the Billboard 200.

How It Feel
French Montana Lyrics

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Oh (where they at, babe?)
Oh (Kid!), Yeah

We can go out to an island
We can do whatever you want, babe
I met her in LA, she was wildin'
She just tryna get back, extra timin'
That girl so lovely, it's three in the morning

It must be somethin' special, 'cause girl, you know I'm on it

You want me, I want you
You walked in, we got to
Why you actin'? You a bad ting
If you walk by once, time's passin'
See you at the boujee stores, you not cappin'
No, I'm not around, why you askin'?
On the hood, I ain't trippin' 'bout you
Baby, tell me, what you even tryna do?

Ever since I got these racks, I seen all these girls want me
Pulled off in a Demon, I skrrt, yeah, you lost me
I just stack these mill's, got all these racks on me
Better watch your back, 'cause you lookin', that's on me
My bros hit the hoes for the party
I hit one time, say you want me
She said I couldn't smash her, didn't stop me
And sometimes be off lean, I'm feelin' lonely

You want me, I want you
You walked in, we got to
Why you actin'? You a bad ting
If you walk by once, time's passin'
See you at the boujee stores, you not cappin'
No, I'm not around, why you askin'?
On the hood, I ain't trippin' 'bout you (ayy, Montana)
Baby, tell me, what you even tryna do? (Aight then)

Icy when I slide like a hockey goalie
Competition, they ain't got nothin' for me (woo)
She don't wanna leave, she don't wanna leave
If she ain't the cover, she the centerpiece (French Montana)
Wavy like my melodies
We be out in the Keys, like we sellin' keys
Two-twenty on the dash, whip tinted when I pass (skrrt)
Way before the COVID, had my youngins with a mask
Hope she do it for the love, never do it for the cash
And they might've hit it first, but I wanna hit it last (ooh)
This ain't nothin' (nothin'), tell 'em, "Keep frontin'" (frontin')
Ass keep jumpin' (jumpin'), tell 'em, "Keep cuffin'," ayy (Montana)

You want me, I want you
You walked in, we got to
Why you actin'? You a bad ting
If you walk by once, time's passin'
See you at the boujee stores, you not cappin'
No, I'm not around, why you askin'?

On the hood, I ain't trippin' 'bout you
Baby, tell me, what you even tryna do?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to French Montana's song "How It Feel" depict a romantic encounter between the artist and a woman he meets in Los Angeles. The song opens with the artist expressing his willingness to fulfill the woman's desires, suggesting they can go to an island and engage in whatever activities she wants. He acknowledges that she may be going through a tough time and is looking for some extra time to unwind. The artist finds the girl attractive and special, stating that it's already three in the morning, implying that their connection is deepening.

The chorus reinforces the mutual attraction between French Montana and the woman, with both parties wanting each other. He mentions that she walked in and they immediately engaged with one another. Despite her attractive demeanor, the artist believes she may have a bad reputation, saying, "you a bad ting." He also notices her frequenting high-end stores, highlighting her inclination towards luxury. However, French Montana also emphasizes that he is not too concerned about her actions or presence, indicating a lack of attachment.

The second verse reminisces about French Montana's experiences with other women since becoming successful. He notes that ever since he obtained money ("racks"), he has seen an influx of women showing interest in him. He mentions driving off in a Demon, a luxury sports car, implying that he is inaccessible to those who failed to capture his attention. Despite his encounters with multiple women, French Montana focuses on his financial success and the need to watch his back in a complicated world. He also briefly mentions consuming lean, a common drug cocktail, and feeling lonely at times.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Kharim Kharbouch, Moses Lathan-Stanley Echols

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