Clique )
Kanye West Jay-Z & Big Sean Lyrics
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Is that the one fighting for your soul?
Or your brother′s the one that you're running from?
But if you got money, fuck it, ′cause I want some
B-I-G, who fuckin' with me?
Oh, God! Whoa, okay
Ain't nobody fuckin′ with my clique
Ain′t nobody fresher than my muh'fuckin′ clique
Clique, clique, clique, clique
As I look around, they don't do it like my clique
Clique, clique, clique, clique
And all these bad bitches, man
They want the-, they want the-
(B-I-G, oh God! Go)
I tell a bad bitch do whatever I say
My block behind me, like I′m coming out the driveway
It's grind day, from Friday to next Friday
I been up straight for nine days, I need a spa day (spa day)
Yup, she tryin′ to get me that poon-tang
I might let my crew bang, my crew deeper than Wu-Tang
I'm rollin' with... fuck I′m saying? Girl, you know my crew name
You know 2 Chainz? Skrrr!
I′m pullin' up in that Bruce Wayne
But I′m the fuckin' villain
Man, they kneelin′ when I'm walking in the buildin′
Freaky women I be feelin' from the bank accounts I'm fillin′
What a feelin′! Ah man, they gotta be
Young player from the D
That's killing everything that he see for the dough
Ain′t nobody fuckin' with my clique
Clique, clique, clique, clique
Ain′t nobody fresher than my muthafuckin' clique
Clique, clique, clique, clique
As I look around, they don′t do it like my clique
Clique, clique, clique, clique
And all these bad bitches, man
They want the-, they want the-, they want
(Click clack, stick 'em up!)
Yeah, I'm talkin′ Ye, yeah, I′m talkin' Rih
Yeah, I′m talkin' B, nigga, I′m talkin' me
Yeah, I′m talkin' bossy, I ain't talkin′ Kelis
Your money too short, you can′t be talking to me
Yeah, I'm talkin′ LeBron, we ball in our family tree
G.O.O.D. Music drug-dealing cousin
Ain't nothin′ fuckin' with we, me
Turn that 62 to 125, 125 to a 250
250 to a half a million, ain′t nothin' nobody can do with me
Now, who with me? ¡Vámonos! Call me Hov or Jefe
Translation: I'm the shit, ′least that what my neck say
′Least that what my check say, lost my homie for a decade
Nigga down for like 12 years
Ain't hug his son since the second grade
Uh, he never told—who he gonna tell?
We top of the totem pole
It′s the Dream Team meets the Supreme Team
And all our eyes green, it only means one thing
You ain't fuckin′ with the clique
Clique, clique, clique, clique
Ain't nobody fresher than my muthafuckin′ clique
Clique, clique, clique, clique
As I look around, they don't do it like my clique
Clique, clique, clique, clique
And all these bad bitches, man
They want the-, they want the-, they want
Break records at Louis, ate breakfast at Gucci
My girl a superstar all from a home movie
Bow on our arrival, the un-American idols
What niggas did in Paris, got 'em hangin′ off the Eiffel
Yeah, I′m talkin' business, we talkin′ CIA
I'm talkin′ George Tenet, I seen him the other day
He asked me about my Maybach, think he had the same
Except mine tinted and his might have been rented
You know, white people get money, don't spend it
Or maybe they get money, buy a business
I rather buy 80 gold chains and go ign′ant
I know Spike Lee gon' kill me, but let me finish
Blame it on the pigment, we livin' no limits
Them gold Master P ceilings was just a figment
Of our imagination, MTV cribs
Now I′m lookin′ at a crib right next to where TC lives
That's Tom Cruise, whatever she accuse
He wasn′t really drunk, he just had a frew brews
Pass the refreshments, a cool, cool beverage
Everything I do need a news crew's presence
Speedboat swerve, homie, watch out for the waves
I′m way too black to burn from sunrays
So I just meditate at the home in Pompeii
About how I could build a new Rome in one day
Every time I'm in Vegas they screamin′ like he's Elvis
But I just wanna design hotels and nail it
Shit is real, got me feelin' Israelian
Like Bar Refaeli, or Gisele—no, that′s Brazilian
Went through, deep depression when my mama passed
Suicide, what kinda talk is that?
But I been talkin′ to God for so long
That if you look at my life I guess he's talkin′ back
Fuckin' with my clique
Ain′t nobody fresher than my muthafuckin' clique
As I look around, they don′t do it like my clique
And all these bad bitches, man
They want the-, they want the-, they want-
Go!
"Clique" by Kanye West, Jay-Z, and Big Sean is a song that speaks of the power of a group of people who share similar interests and goals. The lyrics of the chorus emphasize the exclusivity of the group, with the repeated refrain, "Ain't nobody fresher than my clique." The verses touch on various themes, including materialism, power, and success. Kanye's verse speaks of his desire for wealth, even if it means sacrificing his soul. Big Sean's verse describes his grind and his crew's unity, while Jay-Z's verse speaks of his privileged position and the power he holds.
The theme of unity and exclusivity in "Clique" is emphasized not only in the lyrics but also in the production of the song. The beat is simple and repetitive, with a heavy bassline and sharp synthesizers. The song also features vocal samples from James Brown and Wu-Tang Clan, two groups known for their powerful and influential cliques.
The lyrics in "Clique" represent the intersection of hip-hop culture and capitalist values, with references to wealth, fame, and luxury items. The song can be seen as a critique of the materialism and superficiality present in modern hip-hop, but it can also be interpreted as celebrating the power of unity and community in overcoming adversity and achieving success.
Line by Line Meaning
What of the dollar you murdered for?
What happened to the money you killed to obtain?
Is that the one fighting for your soul?
Is that money worth sacrificing your soul for?
Or your brother's the one that you're running from?
Are you avoiding your responsibility to support your own family?
But if you got money, fuck it, 'cause I want some
But if you're rich, I don't care, I want some money too
B-I-G, who fuckin' with me?
Who can compete with me, the notorious B-I-G?
Oh, God! Whoa, okay
Expressing surprise and acknowledging a higher power
Ain't nobody fuckin' with my clique
No one can challenge or surpass my group
As I look around, they don't do it like my clique
Observing that no one else does things the same way as our group
And all these bad bitches, man
Referring to attractive women
They want the-, they want the-
They desire to be associated with our group
I tell a bad bitch do whatever I say
I can control and influence attractive women to do as I wish
My block behind me, like I'm coming out the driveway
My neighborhood supports and follows me like a parade
It's grind day, from Friday to next Friday
Every day is a day of hard work and hustle
I been up straight for nine days, I need a spa day (spa day)
I have been awake and busy for a long time, I need a day of relaxation
Yup, she tryin' to get me that poon-tang
She is attempting to seduce me
I might let my crew bang, my crew deeper than Wu-Tang
I may allow my group to engage in conflict, and we are stronger and more united than the Wu-Tang Clan
I'm rollin' with... fuck I'm saying? Girl, you know my crew name
I am associated with a specific group, but I am momentarily confused about what to call them
But I'm the fuckin' villain
However, I am considered the antagonist
Man, they kneelin' when I'm walking in the buildin'
People show respect and submission when I enter a room
Freaky women I be feelin' from the bank accounts I'm fillin'
I attract promiscuous women because of my wealth and financial success
What a feelin'! Ah man, they gotta be
It's an incredible feeling that they have to experience
Young player from the D
Referring to being a young and successful individual from Detroit
That's killing everything that he see for the dough
Achieving great success in order to earn money
Yeah, I'm talkin' Ye, yeah, I'm talkin' Rih
I am referring to myself, Kanye West, and Rihanna
Yeah, I'm talkin' B, nigga, I'm talkin' me
I am talking about Beyoncé and myself
Yeah, I'm talkin' bossy, I ain't talkin' Kelis
I am talking about being dominant and confident, not in the context of Kelis' song
Your money too short, you can't be talking to me
Your wealth is insufficient, you cannot engage in a conversation with me
Yeah, I'm talkin' LeBron, we ball in our family tree
I am discussing LeBron James, and how we excel in our respective fields
G.O.O.D. Music drug-dealing cousin
Referring to myself as a member of the G.O.O.D. Music record label and likening it to a drug-dealing family
Ain't nothin' fuckin' with we, me
No one can compete with us
Turn that 62 to 125, 125 to a 250
I am referring to turning a low number into a higher number, representing financial growth
250 to a half a million, ain't nothin' nobody can do with me
Progressing from a moderate amount to a significant amount of money, and emphasizing that no one can challenge my success
Now, who with me? ¡Vámonos! Call me Hov or Jefe
Who is accompanying me? Let's go! Address me as Hov or Jefe
Translation: I'm the shit, 'least that what my neck say
Interpreting my jewelry, particularly my necklace, as a representation of my greatness
'Least that what my check say, lost my homie for a decade
At the very least, my paycheck reflects my success, even though I lost a friend for ten years
Nigga down for like 12 years
My friend has been incarcerated for twelve years
Ain't hug his son since the second grade
He hasn't had physical contact with his son since his son was in second grade
Uh, he never told—who he gonna tell?
He never snitched—there was no one for him to tell on
We top of the totem pole
We hold the highest position of power and authority
It′s the Dream Team meets the Supreme Team
Comparing our group to the legendary basketball team, the Dream Team, and the notorious drug organization, the Supreme Team
And all our eyes green, it only means one thing
All of us are motivated by wealth and success, indicating a shared objective
You ain't fuckin' with the clique
You cannot compete with or be a part of our group
Break records at Louis, ate breakfast at Gucci
We achieve remarkable accomplishments at luxury brands like Louis Vuitton and Gucci
My girl a superstar all from a home movie
My partner is famous because of a homemade video
Bow on our arrival, the un-American idols
We receive respect and admiration, even though we don't conform to traditional American ideals
What niggas did in Paris, got 'em hangin' off the Eiffel
Our actions and success in Paris have earned us immense admiration and influence
Yeah, I'm talkin' business, we talkin' CIA
I am discussing serious matters, comparing our conversations to those of the Central Intelligence Agency
I'm talkin' George Tenet, I seen him the other day
I am talking about George Tenet, the former director of the CIA, whom I recently encountered
He asked me about my Maybach, think he had the same
He inquired about my luxury car, as he believed he owned a similar one
Except mine tinted and his might have been rented
However, mine had tinted windows, while his may have been a temporary rental
You know, white people get money, don't spend it
White individuals often accumulate wealth and hold onto it, rather than spending it
Or maybe they get money, buy a business
Alternatively, they invest their money into starting a business
I rather buy 80 gold chains and go ign'ant
Instead, I would prefer to purchase numerous expensive gold chains and indulge in extravagant behavior
I know Spike Lee gon' kill me, but let me finish
I am aware that filmmaker Spike Lee may disapprove, but I would like to conclude my thoughts
Blame it on the pigment, we livin' no limits
I attribute my behavior to my race, as we live without restrictions
Them gold Master P ceilings was just a figment
The gold ceilings in Master P's mansion were purely imaginary
Of our imagination, MTV Cribs
A reference to the show MTV Cribs, which showcased the lavish lifestyles of celebrities
Now I'm lookin' at a crib right next to where TC lives
Now I have a house located near Tom Cruise's residence
That's Tom Cruise, whatever she accuse
Referring to Tom Cruise, and acknowledging any accusation against him
He wasn't really drunk, he just had a few brews
He wasn't actually intoxicated, he only consumed a few drinks
Pass the refreshments, a cool, cool beverage
Pass me a drink, a refreshing and cool beverage
Everything I do need a news crew's presence
My actions require the attention of a news crew
Speedboat swerve, homie, watch out for the waves
Navigating a speedboat with caution to avoid the waves
I'm way too black to burn from sunrays
My skin color protects me from getting burnt by the sun
So I just meditate at the home in Pompeii
Instead, I practice meditation at my residence in Pompeii
About how I could build a new Rome in one day
Contemplating the possibility of constructing a new empire in a short amount of time
Every time I'm in Vegas, they screamin' like he's Elvis
Whenever I am in Las Vegas, people cheer for me in a similar manner as they did for Elvis Presley
But I just wanna design hotels and nail it
However, my true aspiration is to create and successfully manage luxury hotels
Shit is real, got me feelin' Israelian
The situation is genuine and affecting my emotions, making me feel similar to an Israeli
Like Bar Refaeli, or Gisele—no, that's Brazilian
Like the Israeli model Bar Refaeli, or the Brazilian model Gisele Bündchen
Went through deep depression when my mama passed
I experienced severe sadness and despair when my mother died
Suicide, what kinda talk is that?
Mentioning suicide as a way to express disbelief or dismissal
But I been talkin' to God for so long
However, I have been having conversations with God for an extended period of time
That if you look at my life I guess he's talkin' back
If you examine my life, it appears that God is responding to me
Go!
An exclamation to initiate action or movement
Writer(s): Alexander Izquierdo, Sean Michael Anderson, James Fauntleroy, Chauncey Alexander Hollis, Anthony Kilhoffer, Che Smith, Kanye West, Noah Goldstein, Shawn Carter
Contributed by Thomas G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Sareptha
The Illuminati doesn’t make music like this anymore 💔
@danielbirdhead1239
:D
@adb8003
LMFAOO
@petrauhrakova931
Right, I miss this dark shit. 😩
@SufyMax
😂😂
@user-un3jo2iw9x
Damn ur right but idk if I wanna like this comment lol
@hudeyfaabdi610
This what happens when all the kids in the group put in 100% effort
@LuisGarcia-kt8lm
Its only missing Weezy F Baby🔥 or Clipse aka Puussssh
@jjtodd4645
Literally the whole group, not jus the smart one😂😂
@percingsadjmi3260
Trop puissant