Kyle has collaborated with artists such as Waywo, Kehlani, Lil Yachty, G-Eazy, Chance The Rapper, Miguel, MadeinTYO, Yuna, Ty Dolla Sign, and among others. Some of his songs in addition to "iSpy" include "Keep It Real", "Doubt It", "King Wavy" and his 2018 hit single "Playinwitme". In 2015, Rolling Stone named him as "one of the ten artists you need to know".
His commercial mixtapes Beautiful Loser and Smyle were released in 2013 and 2015, respectively. Kyle's debut studio album Light of Mine was released in 2018 to positive reviews and reached within the top-30 of The Billboard 200.
Kyle made his acting debut in the 2018 Netflix original film The After Party. He also released a single from the film "Moment" (featuring Wiz Khalifa). His second album See You When I Am Famous was released on July 17, 2020.
Money Now
KYLE Lyrics
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I was broke down, trappin' out my mama house
Run it up, south side, no bank account (count)
Ooh, we had some demons had to get 'em out (out)
Look at me, look at me, gettin' money now (now)
Ooh, we gettin' money now (get it now)
Ooh, we gettin' money now (get it now)
Look at me, look at me, gettin' money now
I remember (whatchu know?), I was, I was broke as a bitch (damn, that's right)
My messages was hella empty, just like my fridge, yeah
Girlies thought that we was camping, yeah
Every time we spent the night at the crib (what the fuck?)
Yeah, 'cause I was pitchin' up a damn tent
'Cause back then, niggas couldn't pay the damn rent
(Now watchu want? Woo)
Ayy, it's seventy thousand for a feature (gas, woo)
Six rings like Jordan I'ma need an extra finger (swish, woo)
Nigga, I'm so smart I tried to tell my teacher (yeah-yeah, woo)
In the, in the court I wrote 'em when I was a senior, yeah
I was broke down, trappin' out my mama house
Run it up, south side, no bank account (count)
Ooh, we had some demons had to get 'em out (out)
Look at me, look at me, gettin' money now (now)
Ooh, we gettin' money now (get it now)
Ooh, we gettin' money now (get it now)
Ooh, we gettin' honey now (get it now)
Look at me, look at me, gettin' money now
Yeah, it ain't funny but it's funny now (funny now)
You cut my time now my watch cost a hundred thou' (hundred thou')
New album, make it, oh you believe in my vision now? (Believe)
And I own my own lane, niggas lamed out (lamed out, yeah)
Don't treat me like a step child when I step out (respect)
I got this motherfucker sold out, might take a bow (yes)
Crazy I'm on the way up, you on the way down (down)
I don't talk my shit for free, I get paid now (I get paid now)
Lookin' at my life, God on that big flex
My mama told me, "Boy, invest", um, yes (yeah)
And I got real estate, diamonds, and my son next (next)
Clark Kent, they ain't seen the S on my chest (pew)
I guess, 'cause I was
I-I was broke down, trappin' out my mama house (woo)
Run it up, south side, no bank account (count)
Ooh, we had some demons had to get 'em out (out)
Look at me, look at me, gettin' money now (now)
Ooh, we gettin' money now (get it now)
Ooh, we gettin' money now (get it now)
Ooh, we gettin' honey now (get it now)
Look at me, look at me, gettin' money now, yeah (yeah)
Ooh-ooh
Whoa
Ooh-ooh
The song "Money Now" by KYLE speaks about the journey from being broke to achieving financial stability. The first verse talks about how he used to trap drugs at his mom's house just to make some money. There were obstacles in the form of demons they had to overcome but now he has achieved success and is earning money. The second verse mentions how he was previously broke and struggling to make ends meet; he had no message notifications or even food in the fridge. The woman he was interested in thought they were camping but the reality was that he couldn't afford to take her out. KYLE mentions how he couldn't even pay the rent and had to pitch a tent.
KYLE then talks about how his fortunes have changed; he is now able to charge $70,000 for a feature and his watch costs $100,000. He has a new album out and people are finally starting to believe in his vision. He also owns his own lane and has sold out shows. KYLE mentions his real estate and jewelry investments and how he wants to provide for his son in the future. He reflects on his journey from being broke to being successful.
The entire song is about the process of overcoming financial hardship to become financially stable. It discusses how success can change people's opinions and how it is important to invest in oneself and one's future.
Line by Line Meaning
I was broke down, trappin' out my mama house
I was struggling and trying to make money by selling drugs from my mother's house.
Run it up, south side, no bank account (count)
I was accumulating wealth on the south side and didn't even have a bank account to store my money.
Ooh, we had some demons had to get 'em out (out)
We faced some obstacles and struggles, but we were able to overcome them and move forward.
Look at me, look at me, gettin' money now (now)
I have made significant progress in terms of wealth and success and I want people to notice and acknowledge it.
Ooh, we gettin' money now (get it now)
I have come a long way from where I started and I am now making a decent amount of money.
Ooh, we gettin' honey now (get it now)
I am experiencing some of the pleasures and luxuries that come with success.
I remember (whatchu know?), I was, I was broke as a bitch (damn, that's right)
I recall vividly the struggles I faced when I had no money and was completely broke.
My messages was hella empty, just like my fridge, yeah
I didn't have any messages or calls because I had no friends and my refrigerator was empty because I couldn't afford food.
Girlies thought that we was camping, yeah
Girls thought we were camping because we didn't have proper furniture and decor in our home.
Every time we spent the night at the crib (what the fuck?)
Whenever girls came over to spend the night, they were surprised by the lack of basic amenities in our home.
'Cause back then, niggas couldn't pay the damn rent (Now watchu want? Woo)
We struggled to make rent payments and were constantly worrying about money.
Ayy, it's seventy thousand for a feature (gas, woo)
I have made a name for myself and artists are willing to pay me $70,000 to feature in their songs.
Six rings like Jordan I'ma need an extra finger (swish, woo)
I am achieving a level of success that is comparable to Michael Jordan and would need an extra finger to wear all the rings that I'll earn.
Nigga, I'm so smart I tried to tell my teacher (yeah-yeah, woo)
I was confident in my abilities and even tried to teach my teacher, showcasing my intelligence.
In the, in the court I wrote 'em when I was a senior, yeah
I wrote my own court speech when I was a senior, demonstrating my independence and confidence.
Yeah, it ain't funny but it's funny now (funny now)
Although the situation wasn't amusing, it has become comical now that I am out of it and achieving success.
You cut my time now my watch cost a hundred thou' (hundred thou')
While I was once limited by time, I am now wealthy enough to afford a watch that costs $100,000.
New album, make it, oh you believe in my vision now? (Believe)
After releasing a new album, people are starting to believe in me and my vision for success.
And I own my own lane, niggas lamed out (lamed out, yeah)
I am carving out my own path to success, while others are falling behind and becoming irrelevant.
Don't treat me like a step child when I step out (respect)
People should treat me with respect and not sideline me, based on my past struggles.
I got this motherfucker sold out, might take a bow (yes)
My shows are sold out, and I am considering taking a bow for my success.
Crazy I'm on the way up, you on the way down (down)
While I am climbing the ladder to success, others are going down and losing their place in the industry.
I don't talk my shit for free, I get paid now (I get paid now)
I am not just talking about success, but I am actually benefiting from it financially.
Lookin' at my life, God on that big flex
I am proud of my life and success and believe God is responsible for it.
My mama told me, "Boy, invest", um, yes (yeah)
My mother taught me the importance of investing my money, and it has paid off in the end.
And I got real estate, diamonds, and my son next (next)
I have invested in real estate and diamonds and will pass the wealth down to my son next.
Clark Kent, they ain't seen the S on my chest (pew)
Like Clark Kent, I have been hiding my inner strength, but it is now visible to everyone.
I guess, 'cause I was
All of my success has come from my past struggles and battles with poverty.
Ooh-ooh
An expression of excitement and enthusiasm about my success.
Whoa
An expression of surprise and amazement at my current state of wealth and success.
Ooh-ooh
An expression of excitement and enthusiasm about my success.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Cassio Bouziane Lopes, John Mitchell, Joshua Portillo, Kyle Harvey, Michael Ray Stevenson, Pierre-Antoine Melki, Raphael Judrin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
MMEDIATV
People say Kyle fell off my guy just underrated asf this is a perfect example of that
Nicolas Ekaputera Samuel
can't agree more brother ✊🏻
KLH
Nothin 2 Lose still my summer song forever
BTI Bryan
Connor Jones not really he has a few features and he is still good, and I agree smyle is my favourite album of his but this album is 🔥not saying light of mine was bad but this is even better
Owl
He has fell of slightly but he's getting back into the grove thank-you lord
Steven Navarro
Fax
TheBuffNerds
So excited to be back creating with your for this album where everything started! This song is a blap. The whole project is a blap!
Arvind Ramgopal
This is the most wholesome song I've ever seen Tyga be a part of
Cameron Simmons
Listen to cali love by him before he got big
MackDaddyMarko
😂 yeah