Teancuri
IAN Lyrics

The lyrics for Ian's song Teancuri depict a life of luxury and success, with the singer boasting about their grand plans and extravagant possessions. The first verse describes how the singer has big plans that they cannot swallow, a metaphor for feeling overwhelmed by their own ambition. They have a "ghețar" (iceberg) in their throat, which may represent the obstacles and challenges that come with pursuing their grand goals. Despite this, they have a few sticks of "gin" (a type of alcohol) and hundreds of "lean" (a slang term for money) at their disposal. The singer acknowledges that some people did not believe in them, but they managed to achieve their dreams anyway.

The chorus of the song repeats the image of having "milioane" (millions) of money on a "chain," with expensive jewelry ("VVS în chei") and bricks of "lei grei" (heavy Romanian currency). The singer boasts that they can make a "teanc" (pile) for their loved ones, suggesting that they can provide for those closest to them. They seem to anticipate that not everyone will approve of their wealth and status, acknowledging that others may not want to "fuți" (have sex) with them or be associated with their success. However, they remain confident in their abilities, claiming that they are "locu' unu în game" (number one in the game) and have "bani ca evrei" (money like Jews), a phrase that has sparked controversy due to its potentially offensive connotations.

The second verse describes the singer's reckless behavior and disregard for authority. They move slowly like a snail ("Slow-mo ca un melc"), but also cause chaos and destruction wherever they go. They have a bullish attitude ("Capu'-n față, berbec") and the unwavering support of their "frații fără eșec" (brothers without failure). The group seems to revel in their dangerous reputation, comparing themselves to tanks ("Teancuri, spate mare gen tancuri") and kangaroos ("Facem saltu' gen canguri"). They smoke marijuana ("ciotate și blunt-uri") and have a generally carefree attitude towards life. However, they also acknowledge that their actions may have consequences, referencing the DIICOT (the Romanian Organized Crime and Terrorism Investigation Agency) and admitting to committing fraud.

Overall, Teancuri seems to paint a picture of a person living a lavish and dangerous lifestyle, filled with money, drugs, and rebellion. The singer is proud of their success, but also aware that it may come at a cost. The lyrics mix Romanian and English, using slang and cultural references that are specific to the Romanian hip-hop scene.