People Keep Talking
Hoodie Allen Lyrics

I'm gonna talk when I wanna talk
I have a voice and I'm going to use it whenever I see fit.

I don't need the long distance to plan this shit
I am capable of doing things on my own even without external help.

Did it on my own with no management
I was able to succeed without taking instructions from anyone.

Must be why nobody can manage him
My independent nature and strong will makes it hard for others to control me.

A&R's always want to take advantages
Record labels often try to take advantage of aspiring artists for their own benefit.

Find a poor kid, sell him on a fantasy
Record labels will exploit the dreams of young, naive artists to make a profit.

But I've always been way above the average
I have exceptional talent that sets me apart from other artists.

That's why nobody else can compare to me
My unique abilities make it impossible for others to be on the same level as me.

Other rappers don't offend me
I'm not negatively impacted by the success of other rappers.

'Cause I got more drive than a Bentley
My ambition and determination exceed the luxury and style of a Bentley car.

In the driveway with a Hemi, dream girl Rossum
I may have a fancy car and aspirations for a dream partner, but they aren't my main focus.

I'm just tryna get an Emmy
I'm striving for recognition and success in my field, like getting an Emmy award.

Fuck that, I just wanna get a Grammy
Ultimately, I want to be recognized with the top award in music - a Grammy.

Then add three more for my family
My success isn't just for me, but for my family who have supported me along the way.

Got a plan but I never had a plan B
I have a well-detailed plan that I firmly believe in and won't set up a backup plan.

If you think you'll fail then you might as well drive in a Camry
If you believe that you'll fail and don't put in the effort to succeed, then you might as well settle for mediocrity.

And I may never get the cover of that Rolling Stone
I may not achieve every goal I have set for myself, like being featured on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine.

Didn't fit the vibe they were going for
I wasn't chosen because I didn't fit with the image or style the magazine was looking for.

Went to XXL, but I couldn't excel
I tried to make it big with XXL, but my efforts didn't work out as planned.

They said we really don't get it but we're wishing you well
XXL didn't understand my artistry and style, but still wished me the best in my future endeavors.

Oh well, LOL, ain't got time for no print
I'm focused on my music career and don't have time to waste on print media that doesn't support me.

Fame come and go when you rhyming so shit
Success in the music industry is fleeting, especially when your music isn't of good quality.

Ain't gotta sign on no dotted line
I don't have to sign with any record label to achieve success.

But if I do, fuck you for criticizing
If I do decide to sign with a record label, I won't take criticism from anyone who didn't support me in the first place.

When I pick up the phone, they don't even call back
People who didn't believe in me refuse to support me now that I'm successful.

They just leave me a voice-mail
People often try to get in touch with me now that I'm famous but only leave voicemails instead of a proper conversation.

They gon' tell you you changed and shit ain't the same
People will talk behind your back and claim that you're different now that you've found success.

Like this shit was a choice, hell
People often forget about the hard work and dedication it took to reach this level of success.

My haters are kicking the bucket
People who once doubted and criticized me are now realizing their mistake and moving on.

It must have been hard to be wrong all along
It must've been difficult for those who doubted me to admit that they were wrong all along.

But isn't it love when they memorize every damn word of your song?
Even though they criticized me before, they now know all the words to my music - proving my success.

'Cause they be calling my phone but you already know
People who didn't support me before are now trying to connect with me through phone calls.

I be hitting ignore 'cause you late
I choose to ignore these calls because they're too late to be a part of my success story

I just throw it away, I don't care what they say at all
The negative comments from others aren't going to detract from my success and drive.

'Cause people keep talking (hey), people keep talking
Despite my success, others can't help but continue to talk about me.

But I don't hear nothing when people keep talking
I'm able to move beyond the words of negativity because I'm focused on my success.

One shot, two shot, three shot, super drunk
I enjoy partying and drinking just like anyone else.

Four shot, wrong shot, jump shot, no fucks
I take risks and don't let the negative opinions of others control my life.

Even when I spit it I'mma be the spitting image
My music is authentic and reflects my true self.

Of somebody you recognize when you watching television
My music reflects the real me, which is the same person you see on TV.

I'm just trying to be like Jordan, I'm tired of being Pippen
I want to go from being a supporting artist to a main player, like Jordan did in his career.

I've been coming off the bench and watching my haters get it
I've been working hard and letting my success speak for itself, while others who once doubted me are now struggling.

It's a young Jake Gyllenhaal, drop the beat 'cause I kill 'em all
Like a young and talented actor, I'm ready to take on any challenge and win big in the music industry.

Grab a seat 'cause I fill them all
My music is so good that it fills up the room and enthralls those who listen to it.

Go hard motherfucker, ain't a pen involved
I work hard and give it my all with each and every performance.

Y'all try to get up any way that you can
Others try to reach the top in any way they can, even if it means stepping on people along the way.

Step on the back of your favorite fan
Some artists will even exploit their fans to achieve success.

Charging like 50 to take a quick picture
Some artists will even exploit their fans by charging a high price for a quick photo.

You scummy ass rappers are not in demand
Those who try to achieve success by exploiting others will eventually fall from grace because they're not providing any value to the world.

And you certainly ain't in it for love
People who exploit others for personal gain are not doing it for the love of music or to bring joy to others.

I'm just saying this shit cause it's true
I always speak the truth, even if it's not always pleasant.

I know that all of y'all wanted a bus 'cause the image important to you
Many others in the music industry care more about having a fancy tour bus and other status symbols, rather than focusing on their music.

Well I guess that's human nature
It's human nature to want material possessions and status symbols.

Selfish motherfuckers never do you favors
People who only care about themselves will never do you any favors in the long run.

Till they all get dropped and they sent to waivers
Eventually, those who only care about themselves will fall from grace and be forced out of the music industry.

Go shop get shelved like it's Lord and Taylor, what?
Ultimately, their selfishness and lack of focus on the music will lead them to be replaced by other artists.

I'm the man in the city, well I guess that'd make you the miss
I have achieved great success in the music industry, which makes others who doubted me feel inadequate by comparison.

These rappers are acting all over the mic nowadays and they ain't Ludacris
Many artists in the industry are faking their success and pretending to be something they're not - unlike Ludacris who is authentic.

You tell me you hate I exist while your girlfriend is grooving to all of my songs
Despite some people hating me and my music, their partner is secretly a fan and enjoys my songs.

She made you a Spotify playlist and there ain't no room for you dog?
The girlfriend has even gone so far as to make a playlist featuring only my music, leaving her partner out.