This Is Why
Illskillz And S.P.Y Lyrics

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Still rolling in my Elco on them thiz-angs
Niggas fucking up, they ain't fucking with the pliz-anes
Hits from the bong, Cali strong, got me feeling like I
Could kill a man, but I would rather kill a baseline
These coke laced lines, too dope for most they turn their noses up
Real niggas turn the music up more
Lookin' out the cracked windows, sound and the smoke
Got you high off both, drugs, audio.

Y'all ain't got the heart for it.
Get your cardio, in order bro
Running for the money, pockets double-stuffed, Oreo's
Party over here, bitches feeling like shit in the morning tho
It's the shit life with the Jets, with fair warning.
Hoe call who you gotta call before we be off I live far
And your phone might not have bars
Babydoll break that weed up for me
I break you off something,
Have you running your mouth,
Leading your friends to me

Ah
This is the life.
Break down and roll up.
This is the life.
Ah (lames catch feelings)
This is the life.
Poolside, on rooftops (Jets count millions)
This is the life.

Motor under glass like a pheasant
Jet plans under wraps like presents
Stayed in my lane, gained leverage
Executives checked my credit was merited
We hustling together better than
Going in blindly.
Expectations not met fools get ejected.
Dropped like a Pharcyde record
Gone into hiding like the canvas top of what I driving now
Riding up the block they think I'm moving in the autobot
Hop out, photo op.
Scan for the cops.
If they not about light something for the cool niggas
Roll another one for the ride
Keep that bag that's all you nigga, I'm out.
On another mission, steady paper twistin'
Even when I was a broke nigga, bitches paid attention
On another mission, steady paper twistin'
Even when I was a broke nigga, bitches paid attention

Ah
This is the life.
Break down and roll up.
(lames catch feelings)
This is the life.
Ah
This is the life.
Poolsides on rooftops
(Jets count millions)
This is the life

(Poolsides on rooftops)

This is the life.
Ah
This is the life.
Break down and roll up.
This is the life.
Ah
This is the life.

Poolsides on rooftops
This is the life

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Illskillz and S.P.Y's song "This Is Why" primarily focus on the luxurious lifestyle of the artists, including their love for drugs, money, and women. The opening lines paint a vivid picture of the singers rolling in their Elco (El Camino) on "thiz-angs," which are likely referring to thizopropamine, a compound that mimics the effects of amphetamines. The following lines describe their preference for "pliz-anes," or planes, over those who aren't as successful as them.

The chorus emphasizes the carefree nature of their existence, with lines such as "break down and roll up" and "poolsides on rooftops" indicating that they spend their time indulging in drugs and enjoying their wealth. They also scoff at those who try to criticize their lifestyle, telling them to "get your cardio in order bro" before attempting to keep up with them.

The verses touch upon the artists' success and their journey to achieve it. They speak of their ability to gain leverage and the importance of working together to succeed. The lines "Expectations not met fools get ejected/Dropped like a Pharcyde record" suggest that they have faced disappointment in their career, but have overcome it and continue to rise. They also mention their love for cars and the need to stay cautious around the police.

Overall, the lyrics to "This Is Why" provide a glimpse into the privileged existence of the artists, while also highlighting the hard work and dedication that led them to success.

Line by Line Meaning

Still rolling in my Elco on them thiz-angs
I'm still driving around in my lowrider with hydraulics despite the haters

Niggas fucking up, they ain't fucking with the pliz-anes
People are making mistakes and not keeping up with the high-flying lifestyle

Hits from the bong, Cali strong, got me feeling like I Could kill a man, but I would rather kill a baseline
Smoking weed from California gives me confidence and energy, but I prefer to dominate the music instead of violence

These coke laced lines, too dope for most they turn their noses up
The lyrics are too raw for some people and they can't handle it

Real niggas turn the music up more
True fans of the music increase the volume and appreciate it even more

Lookin' out the cracked windows, sound and the smoke Got you high off both, drugs, audio.
Watching the world go by through my car window while listening to music and smoking weed is an unparalleled experience

Y'all ain't got the heart for it.
Most people don't have the courage to live this kind of lifestyle

Get your cardio, in order bro Running for the money, pockets double-stuffed, Oreo's
Stay in shape if you want to pursue this lifestyle of hustling for wealth and indulging in luxury

Party over here, bitches feeling like shit in the morning tho
We're having fun and the women might regret it the next day

It's the shit life with the Jets, with fair warning.
This is the fabulous life with successful people in our circle, and we're giving you notice

Hoe call who you gotta call before we be off I live far And your phone might not have bars
Make sure to connect with whoever you need to before we leave, because my remote location might have spotty reception

Babydoll break that weed up for me I break you off something, Have you running your mouth, Leading your friends to me
Roll my weed and I'll reward you with attention and a good time that you'll tell your friends about

Ah This is the life. Break down and roll up. This is the life. Ah (lames catch feelings) This is the life. Poolside, on rooftops (Jets count millions) This is the life.
This lifestyle is amazing, roll more joints and enjoy it. Haters get jealous, but we're living it up by the pool on a rooftop with our riches.

Motor under glass like a pheasant Jet plans under wraps like presents
My car engine is on display, and I keep my private jet plans a secret

Stayed in my lane, gained leverage Executives checked my credit was merited
I focused on what I'm good at and gained power in the industry. High-level people respect me because I have financial credibility

We hustling together better than Going in blindly.
We're working together efficiently instead of competing recklessly

Expectations not met fools get ejected. Dropped like a Pharcyde record
If you don't deliver what you promised, you'll be fired quickly like a failed album by The Pharcyde

Gone into hiding like the canvas top of what I driving now Riding up the block they think I'm moving in the autobot Hop out, photo op. Scan for the cops. If they not about light something for the cool niggas Roll another one for the ride Keep that bag that's all you nigga, I'm out.
I keep a low profile while driving my convertible car. People mistake it for a Transformer. I'll get out for a quick photo, but watch for cops. If they're not around, let's smoke and enjoy the ride. Keep the weed, I'm leaving.

On another mission, steady paper twistin' Even when I was a broke nigga, bitches paid attention
I'm always working and earning money, and even when I was poor, women were still interested in me

(Poolsides on rooftops) This is the life. Ah This is the life. Break down and roll up. This is the life. Ah This is the life. Poolsides on rooftops This is the life
We're still enjoying the high life by the pool on a rooftop, smoking more weed and reveling in luxury

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: D Harleaux, Daryl Anthony Harleaux, J Fitch, John A Fitch, Shante Franklin

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