How It Was
Future Lyrics

This is an experience
The events described in this song are meant to be seen as a unique and notable experience.

If you haven't been a part of nothin' this great
If the listener has never experienced anything as powerful as what is described in the song, they are missing out.

We went through, the motherfuckin' unbelievable
The singer and those involved in the events described in the song have been through intense and extraordinary experiences.

(This beat is so, so Metro)
The beat being used in the song is produced by Metro Boomin and is noteworthy in its own right.

Ayy, hit the block and sell drugs (woo, woo)
The artist and their associates engaged in the selling of illegal drugs on the street.

That's exactly how it was
The events described in the previous line are accurately portrayed in the song.

Take the Sprite and take the codeine (and mix it)
The singer mixed Sprite and codeine, a prescription-strength cough syrup, in order to achieve a desired drug-induced high.

And I pour me up a cup
After mixing the Sprite and codeine, the artist proceeded to pour the cocktail into a cup for consumption.

Get a molly, drink of muddy, smoke some bud
The artist used and combined various drugs, such as the party drug molly, highly concentrated codeine, and marijuana, in order to get high.

That's how it was
The events described in the previous line are accurately portrayed in the song.

Last night we made a movie, I'ma tell you how it was (zoovie)
The singer participated in a noteworthy experience the previous night and intends to share the details of this experience through their music.

Whip it, whip it, whip it, whip it, whip it, whip it, whip it (work)
The artist and associated parties engaged in drug production by whisking various substances into a desired chemical composition using household utensils and tools.

Flip it, flip it, flip it, flip it, flip it, flip it, flip it
After whipping together the desired drug concoction, the singer and others in their circle began to sell it for profit.

I was self motivated, I was self driven (Future)
The singer is a motivated, self-driven individual who is constantly working towards success.

I got my determination, now I'm really winnin'
The singer's determination and hard work have paid off in their pursuit of success.

We could pull up Maseratis, I done whipped the Benzes (skrrt)
The artist and those in their circle have made enough money from their drug dealing and other ventures to afford luxury cars such as Maseratis and Mercedes Benzes.

When it come to stackin' cash up, it ain't no limit (woah, woah)
The artist and their associates are accumulating wealth with seemingly no end in sight.

I got racks on top of racks and I ain't talkin' tennis
The singer has stacks of cash beyond what is necessary for daily living and discards the oft-used comparison to tennis due to its limit in conveying the extent of his wealth.

It's some girls that's gone wild, I like to see 'em kissin' (come here)
The singer enjoys watching women engage in sexual activity with one another.

There's some niggas playin' foul and they sneak dissin'
The artist is aware of people within their social circle who are insulting them behind their back.

I won't let her hold me back from completin' my mission (naw)
Romantic partners will not hold back the artist from achieving their goals.

It ain't easy when you tryna make it out the trenches (ball)
The process of rising from a difficult, impoverished background to a position of success is a challenging one.

I'm the dope man, dope man, yes I am (yes, I am)
The singer became known for their involvement in the drug trade.

Turned your baby mama house into a drug lab
The artist used the residence of an acquaintance's ex-partner as a location for drug production.

I was usin' all the forks, usin' all the pans (all the pans)
All available utensils were employed in the drug-making process.

She done seen a lot of money touch a nigga hands (them bands)
The singer's acquaintance has witnessed them acquire a significant amount of wealth.

Saw me microwavin' the dope, like some leftovers (like some leftovers)
In order to manipulate their drug product, the singer resorted to the usage of household items and tools such as the microwave oven.

Plugged in with the green grower, lawn mower
The artist has partnered with a marijuana farmer in order to further boost their drug-selling operations.

I'm a Michael Fox, George Jetson, Elroyer (let's go)
The artist uses these three names as symbols of their personal speed, technological advancement and affluence in a similar way to these pop culture icons.

I'm a space cadet, an astronaut, a Rockstar
The singer envisions themselves as larger than life, with associations to those in highly respected life positions such as astronauts and rock stars.

I was trapped in the trap, dodgin' cop cars (woo, woo)
The singer was caught up in the drug-dealing scene, frequently seeking to avoid being caught by police.

I'm on Pluto, I'm on Jupiter (where else?), and Mars (space)
The artist has transcended the reverie of drug-dealing entirely, and has metaphorically floated past the boundaries of societal norms and the understood limits of financial success.

You ain't foreign, it's okay, I like all broads (I like all broads)
The artist is not partial to people's backgrounds and is accepting of all women.

I'ma hustle everyday so I don't never starve
The artist works tirelessly in order to ensure that they always have enough money to support themselves.

Serve it to you cleaner than a house keeper
The singer believes that the drug they are selling is of a particularly high purity.

Cruisin' by the scene with a street sweeper (woo)
The artist is driving around with a shotgun, prepared to defend themselves against any potential threats.

Pour a half a pint of codeine in a two liter (let's drink)
The singer has physically combined codeine and a two liter bottle and is encouraging others to drink the mixture with them.

Scorchin' hot flame, all that Future drop is heaters
The singer identifies himself as Future and is confident in his musical success and output.

I put passion in my lyrics and I'm workin', nigga (and I'm workin', nigga)
The singer dedicates himself to his craft of lyric writing and is committed to his success in the music industry.

Got a dogfood connect, DMX, nigga
The artist has established a connection in which he can move large amounts of drugs, primarily dog food. He compares this to rapper DMX, who has been associated with dog fighting and a rough upbringing.

Got a Styrofoam cup, and I'm doubled up
The artist is toting a foam cup which is filled with a mixture of codeine and soda, a potent and physically addictive narcotic.

Think I'm Usain Bolt, ran my bands up (turn up)
The singer has achieved their successes through endless hustle and determination, much like famed Olympic sprinter Usain Bolt.

Ain't no pressure on my money, 'cause I'm certified (certified)
The singer is unconcerned about their financial standing, because they are confident in their abilities to acquire more money and maintain their level of success.

All these diamonds 'round my neck, it got 'em mesmerized (mesmerized)
The artist is displaying a large quantity of diamond-studded jewelry. bystanders are unable to take their eyes off the gems.

All these drugs inside my system got me super high (super high)
The artist uses a variety of drugs to achieve an extreme level of intoxication.

Posted up and servin' junkies, been a long time
The artist has spent significant amounts of time selling drugs to addicts on the streets, waiting for them to come and make purchases.