He is best known for his 2014 mixtape The God Complex. His single "Dance on Me" peaked at number 4 on the Billboard Twitter Real-Time chart and he was named to the XXL Freshman Class in 2015.
GoldLink released his first mixtape The God Complex in July 2014. Complex named it one of the best projects released during the first half of 2014, Spin placed it at number 19 on its The 40 Best Hip-Hop Albums of 2014, Clash ranked it at number 7 on their Top 10 Mixtapes of 2014 and Pitchfork Media gave the mixtape a 7.9 rating.
GoldLink began collaborating with producer Rick Rubin in 2015. Goldlink also collaborated with producer Louie Lastic in 2015 from songs such as Spectrum and Bedtime Stories. In November 2015 he released the album After That, We Didn't Talk, much of which was considered a follow-up to questions left unanswered from The God Complex. Pigeons & Planes placed it at number 19 on its Best Albums of 2015 list. GoldLink was also named a member of the XXL Freshman Class in 2015.
white walls
GoldLink Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
You my, you my best man
You my best man
You my, you my best man
You my best man
You my, you my best man
You my, you my, you my, you my, you my, you my
I fight the wave (you my, fire)
I tried to stay, yes (you my)
Calm these waves, ah
She don't wanna talk, yeah, yeah
I don't like to fight, yeah, yeah
Put it all the way, no, no (you my)
I don't like to stay, oh, no
Got a new belt, I shoot shells (best man)
Bring me beef, bring me health (you my, you my)
My hotel bigger than your house
Rode to the bounce, sell 'em by the ounce
I don't do that, sell by the pound (you my, fire)
Sex with me, go four rounds (fire)
Play with my style, show me respect
Comin' at your neck
I don't show up but give me a check
And I do my best, yeah, yeah (you my)
Eastside rap, yeah, yeah (you my, you my, you my, you my)
Fuck Sheck Wes, yeah, yeah
I don't press, yeah, yeah
Give you that, yeah, yeah
But have no fear, young nigga here (you my)
I'm your leader, so shed no tears
I'm a cult leader, culture leader
Hunnid K, need the (you my)
Might just fuck your teacher (you)
Bloody wifebeater (you, you my)
Rolex hot like heater (you)
Ex-bitch I eat her, plus (you, you my)
I don't like the wave (fire, fire)
I fight the wave (fire)
I tried to stay, yes (fire)
Calm these waves, ah (fire)
She don't wanna talk, nah, nah (best man)
We like to fight, yeah, yeah
Put the dawg away, no, no
I don't like to say, no, nah
I don't do well, I shoot shells
Bring me beef or bring me hell
I don't do well, I shoot shells
Bring me beef or bring me hell
I don't do well, I shoot shells
Bring me beef or bring me hell
I don't do well, I shoot (fire)
The lyrics to GoldLink's song "White Walls" convey a sense of loyalty and admiration towards someone he considers to be his best man. Throughout the song, GoldLink reaffirms this person's importance in his life, repeatedly referring to them as his best man and expressing gratitude for their presence. The repetition emphasizes the significance of this bond and suggests a deep appreciation for their friendship.
Amidst this praise, GoldLink also touches upon his own personal struggles. He mentions his aversion to conforming to societal norms and going against the wave, indicating a desire to carve his own path. He describes his efforts to remain calm amidst the turbulence of life, but also acknowledges that he has experienced conflict and fights along the way.
In terms of the overall tone and theme, "White Walls" carries an assertive and confident energy. GoldLink's lyrics reflect a self-assured mindset and a sense of pride in his individuality. The mentioning of having a bigger hotel than someone's house and being a leader further underscores this self-assuredness.
Overall, "White Walls" celebrates loyalty, personal strength, and a refusal to conform to conventional expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
You my best man
You are the closest and most trusted person to me
You my, you my best man
You are still the closest and most trusted person to me
Yeah, I don't like the wave (you my, fire)
I don't like following trends or the popular opinion
I fight the wave (you my, fire)
I resist conforming to the trends and stay true to myself
I tried to stay, yes (you my)
I attempted to remain authentic in the face of pressure
Calm these waves, ah
I want to settle down and find peace amidst chaos
She don't wanna talk, yeah, yeah
She doesn't want to communicate or engage in conversation
I don't like to fight, yeah, yeah
I prefer avoiding conflicts and arguments
Put it all the way, no, no (you my)
I don't want to commit fully to something or someone
I don't like to stay, oh, no
I don't enjoy staying in one place or being tied down
Got a new belt, I shoot shells (best man)
I have acquired a new level of success and I am ready to defend it
Bring me beef, bring me health (you my, you my)
I am prepared to face challenges and opportunities
My hotel bigger than your house
My accommodation is grander and more luxurious than your home
Rode to the bounce, sell 'em by the ounce
I have success and profitability in my endeavors
I don't do that, sell by the pound (you my, fire)
I don't conform to conventional methods, I do things my own way
Sex with me, go four rounds (fire)
Intimacy with me lasts for a prolonged and satisfying duration
Play with my style, show me respect
Don't underestimate or undermine my unique artistic expression
Comin' at your neck
I am challenging and confronting those who oppose me
I don't show up but give me a check
I may not physically appear, but I still demand compensation
And I do my best, yeah, yeah (you my)
I always strive to give my utmost effort and excel
Eastside rap, yeah, yeah (you my, you my, you my, you my)
I represent the rap culture and scene from the Eastside
Fuck Sheck Wes, yeah, yeah
I have disdain for or disregard Sheck Wes (another artist)
I don't press, yeah, yeah
I don't apply unnecessary pressure or stress
Give you that, yeah, yeah
I can provide what you desire
But have no fear, young nigga here (you my)
Don't worry, I am a fearless and established young man
I'm your leader, so shed no tears
I am the one to guide and inspire you, don't be sad
I'm a cult leader, culture leader
I have a significant influence on a specific group or culture
Hunnid K, need the (you my)
I desire and strive for a hundred thousand dollars
Might just fuck your teacher (you)
I could potentially engage in a sexual relationship with your teacher
Bloody wifebeater (you, you my)
A term for a stained white undershirt typically associated with domestic violence, also referring to a close associate
Rolex hot like heater (you)
My Rolex watch is highly valuable and desirable
Ex-bitch I eat her, plus (you, you my)
I have moved on from my previous partner and have taken advantage of additional opportunities
I don't do well, I shoot shells
I perform best when facing adversity or opposition
Bring me beef or bring me hell
I am ready to confront and overcome challenges
I don't do well, I shoot shells
I excel in intense situations and will fight if provoked
Bring me beef or bring me hell
I am prepared to face conflicts and consequences
I don't do well, I shoot shells
I thrive in high-pressure situations and am willing to defend myself
Bring me beef or bring me hell
Confrontation and adversity only fuel my determination
I don't do well, I shoot (fire)
I perform exceptionally when faced with challenges
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: D'Anthony Carlos, Javon Grant, Paul Epworth, RIO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind