Good Friday
Good Friday Feat. Common Pusha T Kid Cudi Big Sean & Charlie Wilson Lyrics

Party people in the place to be
Addressing the audience at the start of the song.

You are now in the midst of a real MC
Acknowledging the presence of a true, talented rapper on the mic.

Throw your hands in the air if you real as me
Encouraging those who identify with the lyrics and vibe to show it by raising their hands.

Are you ready to go?
Asking the audience if they are prepared for what is to come in terms of lyrics and beats.

I know the city getting ready for me
Understanding that the city is anticipating the artist's performance.

Such an easy morning, we on a ride
Describing the leisurely, relaxed nature of the artist's day before delving into the music world.

And I’m feeling smooth as the way the Benz drive
Comparing the artist's current state to the ease and luxury of driving a Benz.

Turn the radio down if they playing that bullshit
Advocating for discernment in music consumption by discouraging listening to low-quality songs.

They don’t want black people to think and drive
Highlighting the importance of critical thinking in all aspects of life, even while driving.

He think he live, he think he cold
Referring to an individual who believes they are exceptionally confident and popular.

He think I’m high, I’m in thinker mode
Mentally processing the world around the artist while appearing disengaged or stoned to others.

Eyes lowed, I let the sky hold the thoughts
Allowing oneself to ruminate on ideas while gazing up at the sky in a meditative way.

The streets are like the high road that I go across
Navigating through life with a sense of purpose and direction, even when the path is challenging.

I mean, my whole team about to smash the streets
Revealing the artist's confidence in their group's ability to make an impact in the music industry.

The Phillip Lim remind them that it’s Fashion Week
Referencing a high-end designer to allude to the group's perceived sense of style and fashion.

And the weather wasn’t barely hot
Commenting on the mild weather conditions at the time of recording or performance.

Did I mention that the sweater was a Jeremy Scott?
Drawing attention to the brand name of a garment worn by the artist.

Did I mention G.O.O.D. Music, yeah, forever we hot
Boasting about the group's longevity and continued popularity.

Motherfucker, are you ready or not?
Challenging the audience to decide whether or not they are prepared for the artist's music and performance.

This goes out to the hardcore hip-hop
Dedicating the song to those who appreciate and listen to authentic, raw hip-hop music.

(Can’t stop, you can’t stop)
Repeating a phrase for emphasis and impact.

As Ye flips the piano
Referring to Kanye West playing an instrument in the studio while recording or producing the song.

The mood swings like the change of a channel
Describing the shifts in tone and atmosphere within the song's beat and lyrics.

He’s heating up like they wrapped him in flannel
Using a metaphor to describe the artist's rising popularity and success.

Selling kilos through your iPod Nano
Tongue-in-cheek reference to drug-slinging via small electronic devices.

Cocaine vandal, I induct scandal
Using allusion and rhyming to reveal the artist's ability to create controversy and cause a stir.

Money drive you crazy, look at Marbury’s handle
Referencing the NBA player Stephon Marbury's tendency to make poor financial decisions as a cautionary tale.

Vaseline face, reminiscent of my tires
Drawing a connection between the artist's greased-up face and the tires of his car.

Ice cream paint job, something like Breyer's
Using a brand name for ice cream to describe the color and texture of the artist's car paint job.

Euro tank top, Dior-inspired
Describing the style and source of the artist's tank top.

Sell it to you hard, no assembly required
Suggesting that the artist's music and style are self-explanatory and do not require explanation or justification.

Yeah, I’m 2012 in 2010
Referring to the artist's forward-thinking and innovative approach to music as being ahead of its time.

Which makes this a time machine, not just any Benz
Comparing the artist's car and music to a time machine that transports listeners to a different era or experience.

Floss for the members of the gang with the 20 in
Boasting about wealth and giving a shoutout to fellow gang members or loyal fans.

While haters wish death upon me, that’s many men
Acknowledging the existence of people who hate the artist and wish him harm, referencing the 50 Cent song 'Many Men.'

And if he slam you on your paper route
Warning that even the most mundane job can have consequences or criticism.

Stop talking, motherfucker, pull your paper out
Urging individuals to take financial matters seriously and work hard to make money.

Now tell me, do it feel good? Well, all right
Posing a rhetorical question to the audience about their enjoyment of the song and responding positively.

Don’t worry, we gon' be here all night
Promising an extended performance and a good time with the artist's music.

And you know a nigga rep that Westside (Westside)
Showing pride for a specific region of the country and shouting out those who identify with the same place or culture.

So tell me who the freshest of them all?
Asking listeners to identify or acknowledge the artist's status as the 'freshest' or most stylish rapper.

They claiming that they fresh, they ain’t fresher than my balls
Humorously asserting that the artist's sense of style and freshness is unmatched by other rappers.

A nigga suited fresh like I'm headed to the ball
Describing the artist's outfit as formal and stylish, similar to what one might wear to a ball or formal event.

MC hunting season, putting heads up on the wall
Using violent imagery to describe the artist's approach to conquering the rap game and defeating other rappers.

I sneak peeked ahead while we headed to the loft
Referring to previewing or peeping ahead to future accomplishments or opportunities while driving to a destination.

Man, I always thought with the head inside my drawers
Making a crude joke about using genitalia to think or make decisions.

I guess that’s why in school, my grades went from A's to B's to C's
Humorously connecting academic grades to being preoccupied with sex or genitalia.

All over double D's, I be absent all week
Extending the joke to suggest that the artist is distracted by women with large breasts and may skip school or work to pursue them.

This is for my niggas, all the ones I ride for
Dedicating the song to close friends and allies who have supported the artist's journey.

Man, that’s the fam, we let ‘em in through the side door
Showing love and loyalty to those who are considered part of the artist's inner circle or family.

Hold on: That’s the girl you gave a wedding ring?
Asking a question that indicates surprise or disbelief about a romantic relationship.

Man, me and my niggas nutted on her everything
Using graphic language to describe a sexual encounter with someone who is in a committed relationship or married.

Now put your hands up to the sky
Encouraging the audience to raise their hands and celebrate.

Until the day in that we die
Suggesting that the celebration and love for music will continue until the end of life.

And we’ll be here all evening
Promising an extended performance and a memorable night for the audience.

G.O.O.D. Fridays, I hope you have a nice weekend
Signing off by wishing the audience a good weekend and hinting at additional G.O.O.D. Friday releases.