Reflections
John Williams/Yo-Yo Ma Lyrics


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Ayy real talk like
She be killin' me, tryna talk like me and shit
Use the words I use and shit, you crazy girl
You a reflection of me though, I ain't trippin'

I count the money, you count it too
'Cause you a reflection of me shawty
Ion fuck with niggas, you don't fuck with them
You a reflection of me shawty
When its time to ride you loading up
'Cause you a reflection of me shawty
I'm takin chances, you takin chances
You a reflection of me shawty
When I look in the mirror what do I see
A reflection of me
When I'm in my ride and I look to the side
A reflection of me
You a reflection of me, you're a reflection of me
You're a reflection of me shawty

It took a while for me to understand
You the one for me you know how this shit goes
Now they using us for example, when they post relationship goals
I be sacking the dope you do it too
When I blew the money you blew it too
I be tripping when you try to talk like me
Swear you run this shit like a boss like me
We be talking and kicking shit with my partners
Me and you both rock Balenciaga
We the head of the game like we the Carters
We be talking about money we count it all up
When she hear about niggas in the streets hating
She be like fuck them nigga bae
I never trusted them niggas bae
I will load up and bust at them niggas bae
I swear she so gangsta she G a reflection of me, shawty something to keep
She like riding luxury peep all the fuckery, shawty a female version of me

I count the money, you count it too
'Cause you a reflection of me shawty
Ion fuck with niggas, you don't fuck with them
You a reflection of me shawty
When its time to ride you loading up
'Cause you a reflection of me shawty
I'm takin chances, you takin chances
You a reflection of me shawty
When I look in the mirror what do I see
A reflection of me
When I'm in my ride and I look to the side
A reflection of me
You a reflection of me, you're a reflection of me
You're a reflection of me shawty

My lil young bitch she a hunnid, she just help me count my hunnids
All her friends writing checks, fraud, doing scams she just being honest
Three sister she the youngest, she ain't never broke her promise
Last nigga left her lucky me, yeah he gotta be the dumbest
You're a reflection of me, if a nigga say hi you don't speak
You don't argue about niggas and bitches, just talking about how we going to eat
You Bentley truck drop in your sweet, I want red and I think she want pink
Her lil friends tryna fuck on me
She ain't tripping 'cause she already know wassup with me
Ain't no sneaking shit we at them levels
And we fuck these hoes together and you're a reflection of me
So we gotta ball together

I count the money, you count it too
'Cause you a reflection of me shawty
Ion fuck with niggas, you don't fuck with them
You a reflection of me shawty
When its time to ride you loading up
'Cause you a reflection of me shawty
I'm takin chances, you takin chances
You a reflection of me shawty
When I look in the mirror what do I see
A reflection of me
When I'm in my ride and I look to the side
A reflection of me




You a reflection of me, you're a reflection of me
You're a reflection of me shawty

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Reflections" by John Williams/Yo-Yo Ma speak to the idea of finding someone who mirrors and complements oneself in a relationship. The singer acknowledges that the person they're addressing tries to imitate them, using their words and adopting their mannerisms. However, rather than feeling angry or annoyed, the singer sees this as a sign of connection and understanding. They refer to the person as a reflection of themselves, implying that they share a deep bond and have a similar outlook on life.


The lyrics also highlight various qualities and actions that the person possesses, painting a picture of a strong and independent individual who is loyal and protective. They count money together, symbolizing their unity and shared goals. The person also stands up for the singer, loading up when it's time to confront any threats, showing their loyalty and commitment. Both of them take risks and embrace opportunities, further solidifying their connection.


There is a sense of shared power and identity in the relationship, depicted through their similar fashion choices and shared experiences. They are seen as a strong couple, exemplified by the reference to Jay-Z and Beyoncé (the Carters), who are known for their success and influence. The lyrics emphasize the shared values and perspective on money, relationships, and dealing with haters or enemies.


In summary, "Reflections" explores the concept of finding a partner who reflects one's own qualities, values, and ambitions. The song celebrates the harmony, mutual understanding, loyalty, and shared experiences in a relationship, ultimately reinforcing the idea that the person addressed is a true reflection of the singer.


Line by Line Meaning

Ayy real talk like
This is a serious conversation, like


She be killin' me, tryna talk like me and shit
Her imitation of my speech and behavior frustrates me


Use the words I use and shit, you crazy girl
She even uses the same language as me, it's unbelievable


You a reflection of me though, I ain't trippin'
Despite my annoyance, I recognize that she mirrors my actions and personality


I count the money, you count it too
Not only do I handle the money, but she also takes part in counting


'Cause you a reflection of me shawty
She is a direct representation of myself, darling


Ion fuck with niggas, you don't fuck with them
Just like me, she has no interest in engaging with certain individuals


When its time to ride you loading up
When it's time to face challenges, she prepares herself


'Cause you a reflection of me shawty
This readiness to confront obstacles is a reflection of myself, sweetheart


I'm takin chances, you takin chances
I'm willing to take risks, and she follows suit


You a reflection of me shawty
Her willingness to embrace uncertainty mirrors my own, darling


When I look in the mirror what do I see
When I examine my reflection, what do I observe


A reflection of me
I see myself staring back at me


When I'm in my ride and I look to the side
When I'm in my car and glance beside me


A reflection of me
I see a reflection of myself


You a reflection of me, you're a reflection of me
She is not merely a reflection, but she epitomizes who I am


You're a reflection of me shawty
Darling, you embody my essence entirely


It took a while for me to understand
It took me some time to comprehend


You the one for me you know how this shit goes
You are the perfect match for me, and you understand our situation


Now they using us for example, when they post relationship goals
Now others use us as an example when they share their aspirations for a relationship


I be sacking the dope you do it too
I accumulate wealth, and she also engages in the same actions


When I blew the money you blew it too
When I spent the money recklessly, she did the same


I be tripping when you try to talk like me
It bothers me when she attempts to imitate my way of speaking


Swear you run this shit like a boss like me
She claims to dominate and control situations just like I do


We be talking and kicking shit with my partners
We engage in conversations and spend time with my associates


Me and you both rock Balenciaga
Both of us wear Balenciaga fashion brand


We the head of the game like we the Carters
We are the leaders in our field, similar to the famous Carter family


We be talking about money we count it all up
We frequently discuss money matters and meticulously calculate the total


When she hear about niggas in the streets hating
When she learns about people in the streets expressing dislike or envy


She be like fuck them nigga bae
She responds with disdain towards those individuals, my dear


I never trusted them niggas bae
I have never had faith in those individuals, my dear


I will load up and bust at them niggas bae
I am prepared to retaliate against those individuals, my dear


I swear she so gangsta she G a reflection of me, shawty something to keep
I guarantee she possesses a strong and fearless personality, she genuinely mirrors me, darling, and she is someone worth holding onto


She like riding luxury peep all the fuckery, shawty a female version of me
She enjoys indulging in luxury experiences and observing all the chaos, my dear, she is essentially a female version of myself


My lil young bitch she a hunnid, she just help me count my hunnids
My young girl is trustworthy and dedicated, she assists me in counting my stacks of hundred-dollar bills


All her friends writing checks, fraud, doing scams she just being honest
While her friends engage in fraudulent activities and scams, she remains honest and true


Three sister she the youngest, she ain't never broke her promise
Amongst her three sisters, she holds the position of the youngest and has never failed to keep her promises


Last nigga left her lucky me, yeah he gotta be the dumbest
The man who was previously with her made a foolish decision to leave her, fortunate for me


You're a reflection of me, if a nigga say hi you don't speak
You resemble me, when a man greets you, you refuse to respond


You don't argue about niggas and bitches, just talking about how we going to eat
You don't waste time arguing about other people, you focus solely on discussing our plans for success


You Bentley truck drop in your sweet, I want red and I think she want pink
You own a luxurious Bentley truck with a convertible top, mine would be red and I believe she prefers pink


Her lil friends tryna fuck on me
Her young female friends attempt to pursue a sexual relationship with me


She ain't tripping 'cause she already know wassup with me
She does not get upset or jealous because she already understands what's going on with us


Ain't no sneaking shit we at them levels
There's no need for clandestine actions, we are on the same level


And we fuck these hoes together and you're a reflection of me
We engage in sexual activities with other women as a duo because you embody who I am


So we gotta ball together
Thus, we must prosper and succeed together


You're a reflection of me shawty
Darling, you inherently mirror my image




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Demario White, Mario Mims, Lukas Patrick Payne

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