He also offers his gratitude towards the rap industry, and the blessings he’s received from pursuing and realising his talent. He’s able to pay his mom’s bills, even if his money management isn’t always great. He recognises his responsibilities as a son and a father are helped by sobriety.
4r Da Squaw
Isaiah Rashad Lyrics
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Ay you roll up? You roll up for the boys? For the squad?
Nah this our job right now, hey check me out
If I can pay my bills I'm good
I'm comin' over
Found a message in my bottle your son is comin' up
Ba-da-bip-ba-ip-ba-bo
Your fear is growin' up
Listen here I say my dude
And what you call it, it was heaven at the bottom
And peace from throwin' up
Ba-da-bip-ba-ip-ba-bo
My Yari sayin' you ain't nothin' but a baby
Your fear is growin' up
I think I do this shit forreal dawg
Hey, I ain't no motherfuckin' maybe
I'm from motherfuckin' real dawg
Hey mama, mama
I got some dollars for your bills dawg
Hey, now I'm the hit and I'm the type that
Callin' matters I'm Jaleel dog, hey
You know I think the sunshine
She feel how I feel, how I feel like yeah
I thinkin' night time, I know she got my phone
Hit my line, I'm here for you
The East side shame on us
Rain come on now
I figure the mood
I figure, I figure
When I pay my bills I'm good, I'm comin' over
Found a message in my bottle your son is comin' up
Ba-da-bip-ba-ip-ba-bo
My Yari sayin' you ain't nothin' but a baby
Your fear is growin' up
Listen here I say my dude
And what you call it, it was heaven at the bottom
And peace from throwin' up
Ba-da-bip-ba-ip-ba-bo
My Yari sayin' you ain't nothin' but a baby
Your fear is growin' up
I got a dollar and a
Stop in Kansas
Tote too deep
Do not, do not forget me
I been wylin' Santa
Pop and rock 'em
Lord forgive 'em for the talcum powder
Alright now stretch it, bless it
Bless it my my brother and his record
On the record, for the record
And play it back 'cause they respect us
Alright now I got the moon and the stars below my feet
So low I speak
So I don't wake them
Praise the Lord, the God in me
Who made me spoiled with rotten teeth
So I perform the prophecy
And on the norm the plot could be
To be expressed in who we are
And addressin' who they aren't
And doin' what they can't
If I can pay my bills I'm good
I'm comin' over
Found a message in my bottle your son is comin' up
Ba-da-bip-ba-ip-ba-bo
My Yari sayin' you ain't nothin' but a baby
Your fear is growin' up
Listen here I say my dude
And what you call it, it was heaven at the bottom
And peace from throwin' up
Ba-da-bip-ba-ip-ba-bo
My Yari sayin' you ain't nothin' but a baby
Your fear is growin' up
Isaiah Rashad’s “4r Da Squaw” is a melancholic hip-hop track that explores the contrasting realities of being broke and making it. The opening lines introduce a close friend who has shared financial struggles with the artist. The emphasis on the camaraderie between the artist and his friends is highlighted through the repeated references to “the squad”. This notion of friendship as an antidote to poverty is further explored through the lines, “If I can pay my bills, I'm good”. However, the irony of the situation is that despite this notion of being “good”, the reality of the situation is that bills always need to be paid.
The verses then transition into an introspection of the artist’s journey, highlighting the highs and lows of his life. The lyrics “Found a message in my bottle – Your son is comin’ up” may indicate that Rashad sees himself as completing his own father’s dreams. The sense of transition and growth is also present in the lines, “And what you call it, it was heaven at the bottom, and peace from throwing up”. Here, Rashad acknowledges his struggles with addiction, but also emphasizes the potential for positive change.
Throughout “4r Da Squaw”, Rashad blends the personal with the social. He recognizes the importance of his friends and family in supporting him through his struggles, while also acknowledging his own growth and progress towards his goals. The song serves as a reminder that success is not achieved in isolation, but through the support of those closest to us.
Line by Line Meaning
We tight as fuck, turn up, turn the light up bitch, turn it down
We are really close, let's party and turn the lights up. Oh wait, maybe turn them down a little.
Ay you roll up? You roll up for the boys? For the squad?
Hey, did you bring some weed? Did you bring it for all of us, for the team?
Nah this our job right now, hey check me out
No, our job right now is to make music, so listen to me.
If I can pay my bills I'm good
As long as I can afford my expenses, I am okay.
I'm comin' over
I am planning to come to your place.
Found a message in my bottle your son is comin' up Ba-da-bip-ba-ip-ba-bo
I discovered a note in a bottle that your child will soon be growing up. (making a random sound)
My Yari sayin' you ain't nothin' but a baby Your fear is growin' up
My car (Yari) is telling me that you are just a child, and you are becoming more afraid.
Listen here I say my dude
Hey, listen to me my friend.
And what you call it, it was heaven at the bottom And peace from throwin' up Ba-da-bip-ba-ip-ba-bo
And I call it peace and a feeling of heaven after hitting rock bottom. (making a random sound)
I think I do this shit forreal dawg
I believe I am really doing this music thing.
Hey, I ain't no motherfuckin' maybe
I am definitely not just a possibility or a maybe.
I'm from motherfuckin' real dawg
I am from a place where things are truly authentic.
Hey mama, mama I got some dollars for your bills dawg
Hey mom, I have some money to help pay your bills, friend.
Hey, now I'm the hit and I'm the type that Callin' matters I'm Jaleel dog, hey
Now that I am successful, people are paying attention to me and calling me (referencing Jaleel White who played Steve Urkel on Family Matters).
You know I think the sunshine She feel how I feel, how I feel like yeah
You know, I think the sunshine understands how I feel. I feel amazing.
I thinkin' night time, I know she got my phone Hit my line, I'm here for you
At night, I know my love interest has my phone number. Call me and I'll be there for you.
The East side shame on us Rain come on now
We should be ashamed of the bad things happening on the East side. Let the rain come wash it away.
I figure the mood I figure, I figure
I am trying to gauge the vibe and atmosphere. I just keep thinking about it.
I got a dollar and a Stop in Kansas Tote too deep Do not, do not forget me
I have only one dollar and I'm in a place called Kansas, but I have lots of people with me. Please don't forget me.
I been wylin' Santa Pop and rock 'em
I've been acting crazy, Santa. Let's have fun and party.
Lord forgive 'em for the talcum powder Alright now stretch it, bless it
Lord, forgive them for their mistakes. Okay, now let's elevate ourselves and bless this moment.
Bless it my my brother and his record On the record, for the record And play it back 'cause they respect us
Bless my brother and his music. Record it and play it back because they respect us.
Alright now I got the moon and the stars below my feet So low I speak So I don't wake them
Now the moon and stars are beneath me, and I'm speaking softly so they don't wake up.
Praise the Lord, the God in me Who made me spoiled with rotten teeth
I praise the Lord inside me, who gave me blessings while allowing me to be flawed.
So I perform the prophecy And on the norm the plot could be To be expressed in who we are And addressin' who they aren't And doin' what they can't
So I am fulfilling my destiny, and usually this means showcasing our true selves and speaking to those who are different. Doing things that others cannot do.
If I can pay my bills I'm good I'm comin' over Found a message in my bottle your son is comin' up Ba-da-bip-ba-ip-ba-bo My Yari sayin' you ain't nothin' but a baby Your fear is growin' up Listen here I say my dude And what you call it, it was heaven at the bottom And peace from throwin' up
As long as I can afford my expenses, I am okay. I will come to your place after finding a note that your child is growing up. My car is telling me that you are just a child, and you are becoming more afraid. Hey, listen to me my friend. What I am describing is like heaven at the bottom and a sense of peace after throwing up (making a random sound)
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Isaiah McClain, Francis Tran
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@donjohnson2629
You may never see this But this changed me and my family’s life. I got locked up 2 years ago and this was my favorite song. Every time I called my family the last 2 minutes we would listen this. Thank you man for keeping me and my family sane in such a dark time
@Scintillius
I love hearing stories like this. Different songs have so much meaning to different people. Glad you out and doin better now bruh ✊ stay up
@ItsXxgrandproxx
not trying to get into your own life but what you get locked up for?
@_4lec
Powerful
@samuranga8537
pip chip he’s tryin to roast
@bp8300
Poweful Story. God bless 🙏🏾
@leronemckenzie4696
Who else thinks that Isaiah is underrated?
@boonbrazy338
Lerone Mckenzie He’s underrated, but it’s kind of his fault he’s not gainin’ much traction. Nigga only released two albums.
@jessfranklin7103
As fuck
@wakelesspeak22_80
insanely