Work It Out feat. Dymond
Jay Lyrics


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My friends are all at work now
So I'm just trying to put work out
But I ain't seen nobody snap like this j Cole made work out
An he the one that made me think that shorty an me might work out
That ain't happen had to pick a new route
They always talking about a trap house
But we was really living in there trapped out
Semi automatic in the couch
With no numbers on it they be scratched out
He the competition he be scratched out
I been up all night but I won't crash out
He be talking like he's one up but he ain't never had the water in a drought
They play my songs in Australia but still show love in my area
If I'm on your song then I'll carry ya that's straight talk no carrier
I got a girl that gonna mail the play so you know that she'll take care of ya
Homie got caught with the lean so now he's jumping states like a barrier
And that's word to play ground
Boutta bust a play now
Boutta bust down the chain just so I can wear it round the house
He say he making noise why that boy squeaking like a mouse
Treat em like my laundry that's unfinished boy I air it out
Independent off that back end
Now they like how that happen
Cause I put that work in
While they all been slacking
How you signed
But you got less traction
Like make it make sense
For all my wrongs I repent
I been running up the score
They ain't even make a dent
I'm making more than what I spent
You want a verse I need some rent
They try to put me on
Hold on let me put you on instead
And that's word to play ground
Boutta bust a play now
Boutta bust down the chain just so I can wear it round the house




He say he making noise why that boy squeaking like a mouse
Treat em like my laundry that's unfinished boy I air it out

Overall Meaning

In the song "Work It Out" by Jay featuring Dymond, the lyrics depict the artist's determination to succeed despite facing challenges and setbacks. The opening lines express a sense of solitude as the artist's friends are all at work, prompting him to focus on his own work. The mention of J Cole's song "Work Out" serves as a reference to someone who inspired him to believe in the potential of a romantic relationship, but the outcome didn't meet his expectations, leading him to choose a different path.


The next part of the lyrics shifts focus to a different topic, discussing the realities of living in a trap house. The artist emphasizes the dangerous lifestyle associated with this environment, mentioning a semi-automatic gun hidden in the couch. The scratched-out numbers on the gun imply that it has been used in illegal activities. The artist also suggests that he has surpassed a competitor, highlighting his resilience and dedication to overcome obstacles.


The lyrics then transition to acknowledge the artist's growing success. He mentions his songs being played in Australia and receiving love from his local area. If he collaborates with another artist, he promises to elevate their performance, emphasizing his loyalty and talent. The mention of a friend jumping states to avoid legal trouble demonstrates the consequences faced by those involved in illicit activities.


The final paragraphs highlight the artist's independent and hardworking nature. He boasts about his achievements, claiming to earn more than he spends and demanding fair compensation for his lyrical contributions. He challenges the conventional notion of being discovered in the music industry and instead positions himself as someone who can put others on. The reference to airing out unfinished laundry metaphorically suggests that the artist confronts and resolves his issues, leaving no room for unresolved conflicts.


Overall, the lyrics in "Work It Out" convey Jay's determination, resilience, and self-confidence. Despite facing setbacks and unfavorable circumstances, he remains focused on his work and asserts his own path to success. The lyrics also touch upon the realities of living a controversial lifestyle and the consequences associated with it.


Line by Line Meaning

My friends are all at work now
My friends are currently busy with their jobs


So I'm just trying to put work out
Therefore, I am attempting to release and accomplish my own work or goals


But I ain't seen nobody snap like this j Cole made work out
However, I have never witnessed anyone excel and succeed like J Cole did in his song 'Work Out'


An he the one that made me think that shorty an me might work out
He is the person who made me believe that things could work out between myself and the girl I was interested in


That ain't happen had to pick a new route
Unfortunately, that did not materialize, so I had to choose a different approach or direction


They always talking about a trap house
People frequently discuss or glorify the concept of a house involved in illegal activities, such as drug dealing


But we was really living in there trapped out
However, we were actually residing in a situation where we were feeling confined and trapped


Semi automatic in the couch
There was a semi-automatic firearm hidden inside the couch


With no numbers on it they be scratched out
The identifying numbers or markings on the firearm had been intentionally scratched out or removed


He the competition he be scratched out
He is my rival or competitor, and I have figuratively scratched him out or eliminated him


I been up all night but I won't crash out
I have been awake throughout the entire night, but I refuse to fall asleep or become exhausted


He be talking like he's one up but he ain't never had the water in a drought
He speaks as though he has experienced success and superiority, but he has never endured a situation of scarcity or difficulty


They play my songs in Australia but still show love in my area
My music is being played in Australia, yet people from my local community continue to support and appreciate my work


If I'm on your song then I'll carry ya that's straight talk no carrier
If I feature in your song, I will support and elevate your performance, speaking honestly without any hidden intentions


I got a girl that gonna mail the play so you know that she'll take care of ya
I have a reliable girl who will ensure the plan is executed smoothly, demonstrating her dedication to looking after you


Homie got caught with the lean so now he's jumping states like a barrier
My friend was caught with an illegal substance, so he is now rapidly moving from one state to another like a barrier or obstacle


And that's word to play ground
I swear on the credibility and authenticity of the streets


Boutta bust a play now
I am about to execute a strategic move or plan


Boutta bust down the chain just so I can wear it round the house
I am considering breaking down my expensive chain jewelry, allowing me to wear it casually inside my own home


He say he making noise why that boy squeaking like a mouse
He claims to be generating attention and causing a commotion, but in reality, his actions or words are insignificant and feeble


Treat em like my laundry that's unfinished boy I air it out
I handle individuals who are incomplete or problematic similarly to my unfinished laundry - I expose and address their issues openly


Independent off that back end
I am self-sufficient without relying on others for support or financial backing


Now they like how that happen
Now, they are curious about or impressed by how I achieved success


Cause I put that work in
This is because I dedicated significant effort and time to accomplish my goals


While they all been slacking
Meanwhile, they have been neglecting their responsibilities or not putting in enough effort


How you signed
How are you officially associated or signed with a record label


But you got less traction
Yet, you seem to have less progress or impact


Like make it make sense
It is difficult to comprehend or understand this situation


For all my wrongs I repent
I acknowledge and seek forgiveness for all my past mistakes or sins


I been running up the score
I have been consistently achieving success or gaining points in my endeavors


They ain't even make a dent
They have not even made a minimal impact or caused any significant change


I'm making more than what I spent
I am generating more income or profit than the amount I originally invested


You want a verse I need some rent
If you desire a verse from me, I require payment or compensation


They try to put me on
They attempt to gain recognition or uplift my career


Hold on let me put you on instead
However, I will take control and uplift their career instead


And that's word to play ground
I swear on the authenticity and credibility of the streets


Boutta bust a play now
I am about to execute a strategic move or plan


Boutta bust down the chain just so I can wear it round the house
I am considering breaking down my expensive chain jewelry, allowing me to wear it casually inside my own home


He say he making noise why that boy squeaking like a mouse
He claims to be generating attention and causing a commotion, but in reality, his actions or words are insignificant and feeble


Treat em like my laundry that's unfinished boy I air it out
I handle individuals who are incomplete or problematic similarly to my unfinished laundry - I expose and address their issues openly




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Written by: Jalen Faso

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