On to the Next One
Jay-Z Lyrics


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I got a million ways to get it, choose one (choose one)
Hey, bring it back, now double your money and make a stack
I'm on to the next one
On to the next
I'm on to the next one
On to the next
I'm on to the next one
On to the next
I'm on to the next one
On to the next
Hold up, (freeze, hey)
Somebody bring me back some money please

Hov on the that new shit, niggas like how come?
Niggas want my old shit, buy my old album
Niggas stuck on stupid, I gotta keep it moving
Niggas make the same shit, me I make the blueprint
Came in the Range, Hopped out the Lexus
Every year since, I've been on that next shit
Traded in a gold for the platinum Rolex's
Now a niggas wrist match the status of my records
Used to rock a throwback, balling on the corner
Now I rock a teller suit, looking like a owner
No I'm not a Jonas, brother I'm a grown up
No I'm not a virgin, I use my cojones
I moved onward, the only direction
Can't be scared to fail, search and perfection
Gotta keep it fresh girl even when we sexing
But don't be mad at him when it's on to the next one

Freeze (yeah)
Somebody bring me back some money please.

I got a million ways to get it, choose one (choose one)
Hey, bring it back, now double your money and make a stack
I'm on to the next one
On to the next
I'm on to the next one
On to the next
I'm on to the next one
On to the next
I'm on to the next one
On to the next
Hold up, (freeze, hey)
Somebody bring me back some money please

Fuck a throwback jersey, 'cause we on to the next one
And fuck that auto-tune, cause we on
And niggas don't be mad cause it's all about progression
Loiterers should be arrested.
I used to drink Cristal them fuckers racist,
So I switched gold bottles onto that spaceship.
You gon' have another drink or are you just gonna babysit
On to the next one, somebody call the waitress
Baby I'm a boss, I don't know what they do
I don't get dropped, I drop the label
World can't hold me, too much ambition
Always knew it be like this when I was in the kitchen.
Niggas in the same spot, me I'm dodging rain drops
Meaning I'm on vacay, chilling on this big yacht,
Yeah I got on flip flops, white Louie boat shoes
Y'all should grow the fuck-up, come here let me coach you

Freeze (yeah)
Somebody bring me back some money please.

I got a million ways to get it, choose one (choose one)
Hey, bring it back, now double your money and make a stack
I'm on to the next one
On to the next
I'm on to the next one
On to the next
I'm on to the next one
On to the next
I'm on to the next one
On to the next
Hold up, (freeze, hey)
Somebody bring me back some money please

Big Pimping in the house now,
Bought the land tore the motherfucking house down.
Bought the car, tore the motherfucking roof off.
Ride clean, I don't even take the shoes off.
Bought the Jeep, tore the motherfucking doors off.
Foot out that bitch, ride that shit like a skateboard.
Navigation on tryin' to find my next thrill,
Feelin' myself I don't even need an x pill,
Can't chill but my neck will,
Haters really gon' be mad off my next deal,
Uh, I don't know why they really worry 'bout my pockets,
Meanwhile I had Oprah chillin' in the projects,
Had her out in Bed Stuy chillin' on the steps,
Drinking quarter waters I gotta be the best,
M-J at Summerjam, Obama on the text,
Y'all should be afraid of what I'm gonna do next.
Hold up

Freeze (yeah)
Somebody bring me back some money please.

I got a million ways to get it, choose one (choose one)
Hey, bring it back, now double your money and make a stack
I'm on to the next one
On to the next
I'm on to the next one
On to the next
I'm on to the next one
On to the next
I'm on to the next one
On to the next




Hold up, (freeze, hey)
Somebody bring me back some money please

Overall Meaning

In "On To the Next One," Jay-Z and Swizz Beatz reflect on their success and determination to keep moving forward, leaving behind those who are stuck in the past. The lyrics speak to Jay-Z's ability to innovate and stay ahead of the game, even when others are trying to copy his style. The first verse boasts about his ability to make money in endless ways, while the chorus emphasizes that he is always on to the next opportunity. The second verse takes shots at those who wish he would return to his old music and old ways, while Jay-Z asserts that he is always staying ahead of the game and creating a new blueprint for success. He continues to compare his past to his present, showcasing his evolution from wearing throwback jerseys to wearing tailored suits. Throughout the song, Jay-Z empowers his listeners to not be afraid of failure and to keep pushing forward.


Overall, the song paints a picture of a successful and confident artist who is determined to keep moving forward and blazing a new trail. The lyrics speak to Jay-Z's mentality and his willingness to take risks and innovate, even when others are trying to imitate his style.


Line by Line Meaning

I got a million ways to get it, choose one (choose one)
I have numerous ways to acquire wealth, simply select a method


Hey, bring it back, now double your money and make a stack
Retrieve your initial investment, then double it to create a significant sum


I'm on to the next one
I am moving on to the next venture or project


On to the next
Continuing to the next challenge or objective


Hold up, (freeze, hey)
Wait a moment, stop what you are doing


Somebody bring me back some money please
Requesting assistance in retrieving money from an investment


Hov on the that new shit, niggas like how come?
I am working on something innovative, while others are questioning why


Niggas want my old shit, buy my old album
People desire my previous style of music, so they should purchase my older albums


Niggas stuck on stupid, I gotta keep it moving
People are stagnant in their approach, so I must continue to progress


Niggas make the same shit, me I make the blueprint
Others create similar content, whereas I create the original idea


Came in the Range, Hopped out the Lexus
Entered in one luxury car and exited in another


Every year since, I've been on that next shit
Each year, I've been working on something innovative and new


Traded in a gold for the platinum Rolex's
Exchanged a gold watch for a more valuable platinum one


Now a niggas wrist match the status of my records
My luxurious watch now matches the high status of my music career


Used to rock a throwback, balling on the corner
I used to wear old clothing and hang out on the street corner


Now I rock a teller suit, looking like a owner
Currently, I wear formal attire that gives the appearance of a successful business owner


No I'm not a Jonas, brother I'm a grown up
I am not a child star like the Jonas Brothers; I am an adult


No I'm not a virgin, I use my cojones
I am not inexperienced or timid, I take risks and show courage


I moved onward, the only direction
I progress forward, there is no other option


Can't be scared to fail, search and perfection
I cannot fear failure, I strive for perfection through continuous effort


Gotta keep it fresh girl even when we sexing
I must keep things exciting even in intimate situations


But don't be mad at him when it's on to the next one
Do not be upset when I am moving on to the next woman or opportunity


Fuck a throwback jersey, 'cause we on to the next one
Old-fashioned attire is not in style anymore, we are moving on to something new


And fuck that auto-tune, cause we on
We are leaving auto-tuned music behind and moving on to something different


Niggas don't be mad cause it's all about progression
Do not be upset because progress is the focus


Loiterers should be arrested.
People who constantly loiter without direction or purpose should be held accountable


I used to drink Cristal them fuckers racist,
I used to consume Cristal champagne, but the brand is discriminatory against black people


So I switched gold bottles onto that spaceship.
I ended my support of Cristal and moved on to a luxury brand with a better reputation


You gon' have another drink or are you just gonna babysit
Will you have another drink or continue to hold on to your current one without consuming it?


On to the next one, somebody call the waitress
Moving on to the next opportunity, requesting a server's assistance


Baby I'm a boss, I don't know what they do
I am a successful individual, unaware of what others do


I don't get dropped, I drop the label
I do not get released by a record label, I choose to leave them


World can't hold me, too much ambition
My drive to succeed cannot be confined by the world around me


Always knew it be like this when I was in the kitchen.
I had a feeling I would be this successful even when I was starting out


Niggas in the same spot, me I'm dodging rain drops
Others are stagnant, but I am actively avoiding obstacles and continuing to progress


Meaning I'm on vacay, chilling on this big yacht,
This signifies that I am on vacation, relaxing on a luxurious yacht


Yeah I got on flip flops, white Louie boat shoes
I am wearing casual footwear yet still maintaining a luxurious style


Y'all should grow the fuck-up, come here let me coach you
You should mature, and I am available to mentor and guide you


Big Pimping in the house now,
I am now living a life of excess and luxury


Bought the land tore the motherfucking house down.
I purchased the land and demolished the original home


Bought the car, tore the motherfucking roof off.
I acquired the vehicle and removed the roof for a more luxurious style


Ride clean, I don't even take the shoes off.
I maintain a clean aesthetic and never remove my footwear


Bought the Jeep, tore the motherfucking doors off.
I obtained the Jeep and removed the doors for a more luxurious style


Foot out that bitch, ride that shit like a skateboard.
I ride the vehicle with one foot out, similar to riding a skateboard


Navigation on tryin' to find my next thrill,
I am using my GPS system to locate my next adventure or experience


Feelin' myself I don't even need an x pill,
I am confident and fulfilled, I do not require any external substances for pleasure


Can't chill but my neck will,
I cannot sit still, but my neck is the only remaining part of my body that is still


Haters really gon' be mad off my next deal,
Those who dislike me will become even angrier after my next business venture


Uh, I don't know why they really worry 'bout my pockets,
I am unsure why others are concerned about my finances


Meanwhile I had Oprah chillin' in the projects,
While others are focused on my wealth, I am hanging out with successful individuals such as Oprah Winfrey


Had her out in Bed Stuy chillin' on the steps,
I brought Oprah to an area known for its poverty and crime, yet we still found relaxation and enjoyment


Drinking quarter waters I gotta be the best,
Even when drinking low-cost beverages, I am still striving to be the best


M-J at Summerjam, Obama on the text,
I have interacted with famous individuals such as Michael Jackson and received a text message from President Obama


Y'all should be afraid of what I'm gonna do next.
Others should be fearful of my next move or project


Hold up
Wait a moment




Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Xavier De Rosnay, Gaspard Auge, Shawn Carter, Kasseem Dean, Jessie Chaton

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