Slow Down
Ghostface Killah Lyrics


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This life will fade away so I would appreciate,
Each moment of each day life's quick don't flip move slow your wrestling

Looking lavished I lace all my bullies with carrots,
Spending millions then making music I pay for the clearance,
Cause tomorrow ain't promised and my bank roll is burstin',
Connects with Aston Martin
I be the first in the prototype truck with that space navigation,
Cost of living go up I just go on vacation,
Fresh oxes and tanks the worlds best surgeons
Plus robes made with swede and knitted by virgins,
First breath of the day could be my last so I flash
Give my niggas some cash just pull out the stash,
5 million dollar piece like I buy a pack of C's
You buy OZ's full of haze I by a forest full of trees

This life will fade away so I would appreciate,
Each moment of each day life's quick don't flip move slow your wrestling

Bottles of lou the 13th its Don P
I got a bunch of chicks that love to get raunchy see,
Toney double dip then I nut like (?),
Ask nina and shavon I got them both goin bananas,
Buy em frosted bracelets, Louis vattan duffles,
French vanilla ice cream and hot apple pie truffles,
Flying me to costa rica
I got a crib on the beach with underwater lights and surround sounds speakers,
Pet cheetahs tigers sharks and dolphin fetus,
Fly French maids that serve goose by the liters,
Got Falicia and Tiquisha Krystal and Katie
Little precious picking my poppy seeds out in Haiti,





This life will fade away so I would appreciate,
Each moment of each day life's quick don't flip move slow your wrestling

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ghostface Killah's "Slow Down" talk about the reality of life that we all have to face, which is death. The song encourages the listener to appreciate every moment of life as it moves quickly and one may never know when it could end. The line "life's quick don't flip move slow your wrestling" means that life is short, so don't rush, take your time and don't let the daily struggles bring you down. Wrestling here could be interpreted as dealing with the obstacles of life.


Ghostface Killah then goes on to talk about his extravagant lifestyle from spending millions on music videos to paying for the clearance, buying lavish things like car prototypes with space navigation, and expensive jewelry. However, he is also aware that tomorrow is not promised, hence the lines "cause tomorrow ain't promised and my bank roll is bursting." The line "cost of living go up I just go on vacation" means that whenever the cost of living rises, he just takes a vacation and ignores the stress associated with it.


Ghostface Killah further talks about his sexual experiences with multiple women, buying them expensive jewelry, and taking them on lavish trips. He has pet cheetahs, tigers, and dolphins while flying French maids to serve him. He even has a house with underwater lights and surround sound speakers on the beach in Costa Rica.


Overall, the song encourages the listener to appreciate the present moment and not take life for granted despite how short-lived it may be. It is a reminder that one should take time to enjoy life and all of its offerings before it fades away.


Line by Line Meaning

This life will fade away so I would appreciate,
Life is short and unpredictable, so I try to cherish every moment.


Each moment of each day life's quick don't flip move slow your wrestling
Life moves quickly, so it's important to take things slow and be mindful of your actions and decisions.


Looking lavished I lace all my bullies with carrots,
I like to present myself as wealthy and generous, even to those who may try to intimidate or bully me.


Spending millions then making music I pay for the clearance,
I spend a lot of money on my career as a musician, including clearing samples for my songs.


Cause tomorrow ain't promised and my bank roll is burstin',
I understand that there are no guarantees in life, so I make the most of what I have while I can.


Connects with Aston Martin
I have connections with luxury car brands like Aston Martin.


I be the first in the prototype truck with that space navigation,
I like to stay ahead of the game and be one of the first to try out new technology and innovations in vehicles.


Cost of living go up I just go on vacation,
When the cost of living increases, I choose to escape and go on vacation instead of worrying about the financial strain.


Fresh oxes and tanks the worlds best surgeons
I have access to top-of-the-line medical care, including the best surgeons in the world.


Plus robes made with swede and knitted by virgins,
I indulge in luxurious clothing items, including robes made from expensive materials and crafted by skilled artisans.


First breath of the day could be my last so I flash
I understand that life is uncertain, so I live each day to the fullest and enjoy the finer things in life.


Give my niggas some cash just pull out the stash,
I am generous with my friends and will give them money from my stash when they need it.


5 million dollar piece like I buy a pack of C's
I can afford to spend millions of dollars on luxury items, just as easily as one might buy a pack of cigarettes.


You buy OZ's full of haze I by a forest full of trees
While others may spend money on drugs and other vices, I choose to invest in real estate and property.


Bottles of lou the 13th its Don P
I drink expensive and high-quality alcohol, such as Louis XIII and Don Perignon.


I got a bunch of chicks that love to get raunchy see,
I have a group of women who enjoy engaging in sexual activities with me.


Toney double dip then I nut like (?),
I engage in sexual activity with my partner, Toney, and experience orgasm.


Ask nina and shavon I got them both goin bananas,
I have sexual relationships with both Nina and Shavon, who both eagerly participate.


Buy em frosted bracelets, Louis vattan duffles,
I buy expensive and luxurious gifts for my partners, such as frosted bracelets and Louis Vuitton duffle bags.


French vanilla ice cream and hot apple pie truffles,
I enjoy indulging in high-quality desserts, such as French vanilla ice cream and hot apple pie truffles.


Flying me to costa rica
I have the financial means to travel to exotic and luxurious locations, such as Costa Rica.


I got a crib on the beach with underwater lights and surround sounds speakers,
I own an opulent home on the beach, complete with underwater lights and high-end sound systems.


Pet cheetahs tigers sharks and dolphin fetus,
I have exotic pets, such as cheetahs, tigers, sharks, and even a dolphin fetus.


Fly French maids that serve goose by the liters,
I hire French maids who serve me large quantities of expensive food, such as goose.


Got Falicia and Tiquisha Krystal and Katie
I have multiple sexual partners, including women named Falicia, Tiquisha, Krystal, and Katie.


Little precious picking my poppy seeds out in Haiti,
I am involved in the illegal drug trade, with individuals in Haiti working for me to pick poppy seeds used to create drugs.


This life will fade away so I would appreciate,
Life is short and unpredictable, so I try to cherish every moment.


Each moment of each day life's quick don't flip move slow your wrestling
Life moves quickly, so it's important to take things slow and be mindful of your actions and decisions.




Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CHRISETTE PAYNE, DENNIS COLES, REGINALD PERRY

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