Dont Forget Em
Kanye West Lyrics


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I hope you forget me not
'Get me not
I won't forget you ever, ever
Man I promise
After this remix
Forget Red Lobster
'Cause I got reservations at Mr. Chow's tonight
And you can get any, and I mean anything that you want
'Cause I'm about to bang 'em in the head with this paper
Word

So if you made that money, boy
They say don't you forget 'em
So if you made that money, boy
They say don't you forget 'em
So if you made that money, boy
They say don't you forget 'em
So if you made that money, boy
They say don't you forget 'em
Don't forget 'em, don't don't forget 'em
Don't forget 'em, don't don't forget 'em
Don't forget 'em, don't don't forget 'em
Don't forget 'em, Quence let's go get 'em

It wasn't until I got money, that I became a conscious rapper
'Cause now I'm conscious of the fact of who they gon' go after
When they tryna find a back up for a team in the park
So they run up on my car before I can even park
But I guess there's no harm in hearin' out his proposal
But how you wanna stack and we aren't even social?
See this the kind of trash that if I choose to say no to
They gon' trash talk about me like a garbage disposal
And say that I changed like a dress rehearsal
And try to line me up with the intent to hurt you



But that ain't nuttin' more than a test of virtue
'Cause my promise to the hood is that I'll never desert you
For years I was swingin' at air
But then a wing and a prayer
Became the seats on the wing of a Lear
Yeah they kickin' theyself 'cause they should have stuck wit 'em
It's Cons to the Quence and you won't won't forget 'em uh

So if you made that money, boy
They say don't you forget 'em
So if you made that money, boy
They say don't you forget 'em
So if you made that money, boy
They say don't you forget 'em
So if you made that money, boy
They say don't you forget 'em
Don't forget 'em, don't don't forget 'em
Don't forget 'em, don't don't forget 'em
Don't forget 'em, don't don't forget 'em
Don't forget 'em, 'Ye let's go get 'em

When I finally get my first real money
Fuck keepin' it real, I'm gonna act real funny
Why? 'Cause these dudes try to Sanford and Son me
I, sit there and act like a big dummy
When, A&R's saw what they could get from me
I just do what B.I.G. said, go ahead get money
Had to humble myself just to play these beats
One of my side Geminis just reminded me
About, the two ways how you bein' your contact
They laugh for two days when they heard that Kan' rap
Cocky ass rappers ain't need no contracts
Now they fell off and they need a contract
Ha, it's funny how I got what I got
And I ain't never seen it get quite beyond that
Got a chip that won't quit, a grudge that won't budge
These niggas give you pounds and go in for a hug
Naw homie hold up
Naw dude slow up
Y'all ain't never show love
You ain't never know us
No nigga, no sir
Uh, I gotta bounce here comes my chauffeur

So if you made that money, boy
They say don't you forget 'em
So if you made that money, boy
They say don't you forget 'em
So if you made that money, boy
They say don't you forget 'em
So if you made that money, boy
They say don't you forget 'em
Don't forget 'em, don't don't forget 'em
Don't forget 'em, don't don't forget 'em
Don't forget 'em, don't don't forget 'em
Don't forget 'em, don't don't forget 'em

Since we made that money boy
They say don't you forget 'em
Since we made that money boy
They say don't you forget 'em
Since we made that money boy
They say don't you forget 'em
Since we made that money boy
They say don't you forget 'em
Don't forget 'em, don't don't forget 'em
Don't forget 'em, don't don't forget 'em
Don't forget 'em, don't don't forget 'em
Don't forget 'em, don't don't forget 'em

Overall Meaning

In "Don't Forget Em," Kanye West reflects on what it's like to come from nothing and make it to a level of financial success that could change one's life forever. The hook of the song emphasizes the importance of staying true to one's roots and not forgetting the people who were there from the beginning. Kanye's verse delves into the pressures that come with success, particularly in the music industry. He talks about how he's now a conscious rapper because he's aware that people may try to take advantage of him or drag his name down in order to find their own success. He also addresses the idea of "keeping it real," suggesting that once he reaches a certain level of financial success, he will start acting differently and doesn't care if people criticize him for that.


The second verse is delivered by fellow Chicago rapper Consequence. Like Kanye, he reflects on the struggles of coming from nothing and working his way to the top. He touches on the importance of having a team of people who support you, especially in the cutthroat music industry. He also addresses the lack of loyalty he's seen from other artists who were once his friends but now see him as a way to further their own careers. The message of the song is clear: don't forget where you came from and don't let success change you.


Overall, "Don't Forget Em" is a song about the challenges of success and the importance of staying true to oneself. The hook emphasizes the need to remember the people who were there from the beginning and not let fame and fortune change who you are as a person.


Line by Line Meaning

I hope you forget me not
I hope you will remember me always and never forget me, even as I strive for success in my career


I won't forget you ever, ever
While I strive for success and fame, I promise to never forget the people who have supported me and been with me since the beginning


Forget Red Lobster, 'Cause I got reservations at Mr. Chow's tonight
I have achieved a level of financial success that allows me to dine at the finest restaurants, so there's no need to settle for Red Lobster


And you can get any, and I mean anything that you want
I have the means to provide for those around me and give them anything they desire, no expense spared


'Cause I'm about to bang 'em in the head with this paper
Through my music and the success it brings, I will make a significant impact and leave my mark on the industry


So if you made that money, boy, they say don't you forget 'em
People in your life will remind you not to forget where you came from and the people who helped you along the way after you achieve financial success


Don't forget 'em, don't don't forget 'em
It's crucial to remember the people who supported you and the values that got you to where you are in life, even as you attain success


It wasn't until I got money, that I became a conscious rapper
After achieving financial success, I became more aware of my role in society as an artist and the power that comes with it


'Cause now I'm conscious of the fact of who they gon' go after
I recognize that my success and influence make me a target for criticism and scrutiny, and that I must stay true to my values to avoid succumbing to negative influences


When they tryna find a back up for a team in the park, so they run up on my car before I can even park
Even when I am not seeking fame or attention, my success and influence still draw unwanted attention and criticism from those seeking to take advantage of my talents


But I guess there's no harm in hearin' out his proposal
Although some individuals may approach me with potentially harmful intentions, it's important to hear them out and weigh the potential benefits and risks of their proposals


But how you wanna stack and we aren't even social?
Why should I work with someone who isn't even in my social circle or who doesn't share my values or vision?


See this the kind of trash that if I choose to say no to
This proposal is not in line with my goals or values, and if I decide to pass on it, people may criticize me or spread rumors about me


They gon' trash talk about me like a garbage disposal
If I were to turn down an offer or opportunity that I don't agree with, some people might talk badly about me or try to drag me down


And say that I changed like a dress rehearsal
Critics might say that my refusal to work with certain individuals or take certain opportunities means that I've changed or sold out, even if that's not the case


And try to line me up with the intent to hurt you
Some people may try to bring me down or harm me in some way by spreading rumors or badmouthing me


But that ain't nuttin' more than a test of virtue
Dealing with negative people and situations is a test of my character, values, and virtues, and I must rise above it to stay true to myself and my vision


'Cause my promise to the hood is that I'll never desert you
Despite the hurdles and obstacles that come with success, I promise to always remain connected to my roots and the people who helped me get to where I am today


For years I was swingin' at air
For a long time, I struggled to find success and recognition as an artist


But then a wing and a prayer became the seats on the wing of a Lear
But eventually, through hard work and persistence, I was able to achieve great success and fly in a private jet


Yeah they kickin' theyself 'cause they should have stuck wit 'em
Those who doubted my abilities and potential before my success are now regretting that they didn't believe in me or support me when they had the chance


It's Cons to the Quence and you won't won't forget 'em uh
As my success grows, I will always maintain loyalty to my friends and supporters and people who helped me along my journey


When I finally get my first real money
When I achieve significant financial success and wealth


Fuck keepin' it real, I'm gonna act real funny
I'm not going to pretend to be modest or humble and will instead use my success and humor to make an impression on others


Why? 'Cause these dudes try to Sanford and Son me
Some people might try to swindle or take advantage of me now that I have a lot of money and success


I, sit there and act like a big dummy
I play dumb and unassuming to throw off those who might try to take advantage of my success


When, A&R's saw what they could get from me
Record label executives saw the potential for profit and success in my music and sought to work with me


I just do what B.I.G. said, go ahead get money
I follow the mindset of rapper Notorious B.I.G. in using my talents and success to make as much money as possible


Had to humble myself just to play these beats
Despite my talent and success, I still have to work hard and prove myself to make it in the music industry


One of my side Geminis just reminded me
One of my friends and supporters reminded me of the difficult moments and decisions I had to make to get where I am today


About, the two ways how you bein' your contact
My friend reminded me that there are two types of people who try to contact me: those who genuinely support me and those who want to take advantage of me


They laugh for two days when they heard that Kan' rap
People laughed and dismissed me when I started my music career, but now they're taking me seriously


Cocky ass rappers ain't need no contracts
Some arrogant rappers think they don't need to sign contracts or work with labels because they believe their talent is enough, but I know that success requires more than just talent


Now they fell off and they need a contract
Now that those same rappers have fallen from grace and lost their success, they're seeking contracts and deals to try to regain their fame


Ha, it's funny how I got what I got
It's ironic how my success has surpassed those who doubted me or dismissed my talent


And I ain't never seen it get quite beyond that
Despite my success, I remain grounded and remember where I came from


Got a chip that won't quit, a grudge that won't budge
I have a persistent drive and determination to succeed, and I won't let anything hold me back


These niggas give you pounds and go in for a hug
Some people pretend to be your friend or supporter, but really just want to take advantage of your success and fame


Naw homie hold up, Naw dude slow up
When people try to act friendly and supportive but really have ulterior motives, I step back and slow down to avoid being manipulated


Y'all ain't never show love, You ain't never know us
Those who never supported me or showed me love before my success can't suddenly act like they were there all along


No nigga, no sir, Uh, I gotta bounce, here comes my chauffeur
I won't entertain fake supporters or negative energy, and I'm too busy and successful to waste time on those who aren't really there for me




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MILTON SILVA CAMPOS DO NASCIMENTO, DEXTER RAYMOND JR. MILLS, KANYE OMARI WEST

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