includes rapper Nas. This… Read Full Bio ↴One of the most anticipated tracks off of MCHG
includes rapper Nas. This has been their fourth musical collaboration following their 5 year beef. Earlier collaborations include “Black Republican” “Do it for Hip-Hop” and “Success”.
Fun Fact: On the iTunes version of MCHG the features aren’t credited.
BBC
Jay-Z Lyrics
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(Let's work) My motherfucker is a billionaire motherfucker!
(Let's work) You heard that shit I said my motherfucker, is a billionaire motherfucker
(Let's work) D boy drug dealer look, billionaire
D boy drug dealer look, billionaire
From the coca leafs to the farmers (Ooh)To the polo fleece to the bombers (Ooh)
R.I.P. to Gianni (Ooh)
Now we on our way (Let's work)
D boy drug dealer look, billionaire (Let's work)
Bally shoes, Gucci sneakers
Pharrell's a pharaoh, peep the features
Unlaced Adidas
Top of the world like pyramids in Giza
Uh Fila sweats, 88 I rocked a mock neck
Carried a nine in my projects
Bucket hat EPMD cassettes
Now I'm smoking loud in Ibiza
Mix the D'USSE with the reefer
My whole life is leisure
Gangsta lean like the Pisa
Eiffel Tower, Hermes towel
The Feds is perched like an owl
Real niggas all feel the hook
D boy drug dealer look (Let's work) billionaire
D boy drug dealer look (Let's work) billionaire nigga
From the coca leafs to the farmers (Ooh)
To the polo fleece to the bombers (Ooh)
R.I.P. to Gianni (Ooh)
Now we on our way eh (Let's work)D boy drug dealer look (Let's work) billionaire ('naire)
Let me make sure you hear my mufuckin' jewelry (Let's work)
What you know about going out, head west
Maybach, 3 TV's all up in the headrest
Mase niggas at Madison Square Garden
20 million sold and we still catching charges
Rope chains, Rakim and Eric B
Bought my sidekicks Suzuki Jeeps and Cherokees
Hoop earrings, coupes with the rear cameras
Put that bitch in a cherry M3
I'm not your average dope dealer
Silver Toyotas four runners and four wheelers
Me and Teflon Q45 infinite
Windows tinted, white girl all in it uh
Britney, bitch
MCM seats buck 50 stitch uh
Versace plates got the Basquiat collab from Versace's place uh
Cuban link 5 kilo
Your life is illegal when your chain can get the RICO uh
Real niggas all feel the hook
(Let's work) D boy drug dealer look (Let's work) billionaire
D boy drug dealer look (Let's work) billionaire nigga
From the coca leafs to the farmers (Ooh)
To the polo fleece to the bombers (Ooh)
R.I.P. to Gianni (Ooh)
Now we on our way eh
(Let's work) D boy drug dealer look (Let's work) billionaire
D boy drug dealer look (Let's work) billionaire nigga
From the coca leafs to the farmers (Ooh)
To the polo fleece to the bombers (Ooh)
R.I.P. to Gianni (Ooh)
Now we on our way eh
(Let's work) D boy drug dealer look (Let's work) billionaire ('naire)
자기 신발 끝내주는데
자기 돈 좀 많나봐
자기 스타일 진짜 멋있다
백만장자 소년들의 모임
In Jay-Z's song BBC, the rapper talks about his own success and the lifestyle he has been able to afford as a result of his drug dealing past. The song opens with a line in Japanese which translates to "Billionaire Boy Club," which is a reference to a streetwear brand co-founded by Pharrell Williams, who is featured in the song. Jay-Z boasts about his wealth, proclaiming that he is a "billionaire motherfucker." He also talks about his fashion choices, including Bally shoes and Gucci sneakers, and name-drops Gianni Versace.
The chorus references Jay-Z's drug dealing past, with the line "D boy drug dealer look, billionaire." He talks about the drug trade, from the coca leaves to the farmers who grow them, to the polo fleeces and bombers worn by dealers. R.I.P. Gianni is a reference to the late Gianni Versace, whose designs are still popular in the rap community.
The second verse mentions a range of luxury items, including Maybach cars with TVs in the headrests, jewelry, and designer clothing. Jay-Z also includes references to the Wu-Tang Clan, Mase, and other rap pioneers, showcasing his knowledge of the genre's history. The song closes with another chorus of "D boy drug dealer look, billionaire," emphasizing the dichotomy of Jay-Z's past and present.
Line by Line Meaning
(Let's work) My motherfucker is a billionaire motherfucker!
I need you to listen up and take me seriously when I say that my friend is incredibly wealthy.
(Let's work) You heard that shit I said my motherfucker, is a billionaire motherfucker
I'm repeating myself to make sure that you really understand just how wealthy my friend is.
(Let's work) D boy drug dealer look, billionaire
My friend looks like he could be a drug dealer, but he's actually a billionaire.
From the coca leafs to the farmers (Ooh)
We're involved in every step of the drug-making process, from growing the coca leaves to dealing the finished product.
To the polo fleece to the bombers (Ooh)
We wear high-end clothing, from polo fleeces to bombers.
R.I.P. to Gianni (Ooh)
We're paying our respects to the late fashion designer, Gianni Versace.
Now we on our way (Let's work)
We're on our way to even greater success.
Bally shoes, Gucci sneakers
We wear expensive and fashionable shoes from brands like Bally and Gucci.
Pharrell's a pharaoh, peep the features
Pharrell Williams is very successful, so much so that he's like a pharaoh in his achievements.
Unlaced Adidas
We wear expensive Adidas shoes and purposely leave them unlaced for style.
Top of the world like pyramids in Giza
We feel like we're on top of the world, similar to how the pyramids in Giza were once the tallest buildings in the world.
Uh Fila sweats, 88 I rocked a mock neck
I used to wear Fila sweats and a turtleneck in 1988.
Carried a nine in my projects
I carried a 9mm handgun while living in public housing.
Bucket hat EPMD cassettes
I used to wear bucket hats and listen to EPMD cassettes.
Now I'm smoking loud in Ibiza
I now smoke high-quality marijuana in Ibiza, a popular vacation destination.
Mix the D'USSE with the reefer
I mix D'USSE, a high-end cognac, with marijuana.
My whole life is leisure
My life is centered around enjoying myself and living a luxurious lifestyle.
Gangsta lean like the Pisa
I have a classic gangster lean while driving, similar to the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
Eiffel Tower, Hermes towel
I've been to Paris and stayed in luxurious accommodations with expensive Hermes towels.
The Feds is perched like an owl
The authorities are watching closely, like owls observing their prey.
Real niggas all feel the hook
Authentic and genuine people understand my message and relate to my lyrics.
Let me make sure you hear my mufuckin' jewelry (Let's work)
I want to make sure you understand that I'm wearing expensive, flashy jewelry.
What you know about going out, head west
Do you know anything about traveling and exploring the wider world?
Maybach, 3 TV's all up in the headrest
I own a luxury car, a Maybach, that has three TVs installed in the headrests.
Mase niggas at Madison Square Garden
I performed with Mase, another rapper, at one of the most famous venues in the world, Madison Square Garden.
20 million sold and we still catching charges
Despite selling millions of records, we still face legal troubles and charges.
Rope chains, Rakim and Eric B
I wear thick chains and appreciate the old-school rap duo Rakim and Eric B.
Bought my sidekicks Suzuki Jeeps and Cherokees
I bought my friends Suzuki Jeeps and Cherokees as gifts.
Hoop earrings, coupes with the rear cameras
I wear hoop earrings and drive cars with rearview cameras.
Put that bitch in a cherry M3
I put a woman in a red BMW M3 car.
I'm not your average dope dealer
I'm not like any ordinary drug dealer.
Silver Toyotas four runners and four wheelers
I own and drive both a silver Toyota 4Runner and four-wheelers.
Me and Teflon Q45 infinite
I own a Teflon Q45 Infiniti car.
Windows tinted, white girl all in it uh
I have dark-tinted windows and a white woman with me in the car.
Britney, bitch
I reference the famous pop singer Britney Spears.
MCM seats buck 50 stitch uh
My car has seats with MCM branding and they were expensive to install.
Versace plates got the Basquiat collab from Versace's place uh
I have Versace plates with artwork from Jean-Michel Basquiat, a famous painter and graffiti artist.
Cuban link 5 kilo
I wear a chain that's a Cuban link style and weighs 5 kilograms.
Your life is illegal when your chain can get the RICO uh
If your jewelry could get law enforcement to investigate you under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, you're probably involved in some illegal activity.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Anthem Entertainment
Written by: SHAWN CARTER, KASSEEM DEAN, NASIR JONES, JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE, TIMOTHY MOSLEY, PHARRELL WILLIAMS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@KeithSilika
Most underrated banger with Goat's. Here in 2024
@DrunkCilantro
this beat is so sicck
@SDSOverfiend
32 and older truly understand this song.
@AnwarKhan-kg3ll
Nas killed it.
@nycapple
you mean jay-z? 😂 nas had 8 bars, jay bodied a 16 ez
@sugs1191
Honestly Jay Z bodied him on this
@Karmaisabliss215
Bruh im a diehard nas fan and nas had no business on this track. Jayz obliterated him. U cant even argue in nas favor but to only say he thought him and Jay was friends and it wasn't a competition
@Karmaisabliss215
@@sugs1191I don't even think that can be debated. He outshined him on this
@nicoleayo3390
i fucking love this song
@b-game2120
Idk why they push for this on the radio it was a certified banger