Welfare
Kap G Lyrics


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Last year I ainβ€²t really had nothin'
This year I made your house in a month
Since a younginβ€² kept it solid from the jump
I gotta cherish it, I used to have nothin'
Yeah, had to keep faith, came a long way
I'm fuckinβ€² your bae and Iβ€²m runnin' away
Got a lot on my plate, gotta make some shape
And it ainβ€²t no brakes, yeah

[?] it, let's get the Mβ€²s when I want
Want a Lambo wit' [?] rims when I want
I got fans β€²cause I'm on now
But I want them M's in my bank account, yeah, woo
Whatchu gonβ€² do?
I had to clear [?], I had to go crazy
Wanna have my baby now, tryna have my baby
My bitch your old lady, yeah, I donβ€²t do no basic, yeah
[?] no love on the fam
Went into the crew, shoppin' β€²cause I can now
Michael Jackson, moonwalkin' witβ€² them bands now
All my boys legit, no more in the trap house, no

Last year I ain't really had nothinβ€²
This year I made your house in a month
Since a youngin' kept it solid from the jump
I gotta cherish it, I used to have nothin'
Yeah, had to keep faith, came a long way
Iβ€²m fuckinβ€² your bae and I'm runninβ€² away
Got a lot on my plate, gotta make some shape
And it ain't no brakes, yeah

I want some more, for sure, for sure(for sure)
I like my money in boatloads, I want a lot more
Thereβ€²s a lotta [?] I don't know but I just lay low(low)
Free my partner [?] β€²til they go
Livin' like no maΓ±ana
Ladie's your hoeβ€²s, she wanβ€² us
I don't need no more drama
[?] it, I want the Mβ€²s, I gotta reel them in
I need no more friends, I got these Benjamin's
And she bring a friend [?] and we have a [?] (and we have a toast)
I hope out the Benz and I want a friend
I told her come here(yeah I want you ho)
I have my way, I have my way
And I cannot wait, β€²til we break the bank(Kap G)

Last year I ain't really had nothinβ€²
This year I made your house in a month
Since a youngin' kept it solid from the jump
I gotta cherish it, I used to have nothin'
Yeah, had to keep faith, came a long way
Iβ€²m fuckinβ€² your bae and I'm runninβ€² away




Got a lot on my plate, gotta make some shape
And it ain't no brakes, yeah

Overall Meaning

In Kap G's song "Welfare," the lyrics depict his journey from a life of struggle and poverty to a life of success and abundance. He talks about the hard work and faith it took to get where he is today and the importance of cherishing his success. The lines "Last year I ain't really had nothin'/This year I made your house in a month" showcase his drastic change in fortunes. He also talks about his relationships with women and how now that he's successful, he can have whoever he wants. He references wanting "M's" in his bank account, which likely stands for millions of dollars.


The song features a catchy beat and infectious rhythm, which helped it gain popularity upon its release. It has been streamed millions of times on various platforms and continues to be a favorite among fans of the genre. Interestingly, Kap G has been vocal about wanting to use his platform to bring attention to social issues and encourage young people to vote. He has even partnered with organizations such as Voto Latino and DoSomething.org to promote voter registration and activism.


Another interesting fact about "Welfare" is that it was produced by Apac and Ben Jayne, both of whom have worked on numerous hit songs in the past. Additionally, the song was part of Kap G's mixtape "No Kap," which was released in 2019. The mixtape also featured collaborations with other artists such as Lil Uzi Vert and Chef Cook It Up.


In terms of lyrics, "Welfare" has been praised for its rawness and honesty. Many fans have resonated with Kap G's story and appreciate his willingness to share his experiences through music. The song has also been noted for its smooth flow and expert wordplay, which showcase Kap G's skills as a rapper.


Overall, "Welfare" is a standout track from Kap G's discography and a great example of his unique sound and storytelling ability.


Chords: Unfortunately, the chords for this song are not available as it is a hip-hop track that heavily relies on electronic beats and rap vocals.


Line by Line Meaning

Last year I ain't really had nothin'
I didn't have much financially or materially last year.


This year I made your house in a month
This year, I was able to afford to build a house for myself (or for someone else) in just one month.


Since a youngin' kept it solid from the jump
I've been loyal and trustworthy since I was young and have always stayed true to my values.


I gotta cherish it, I used to have nothin'
I appreciate what I have now because I remember when I used to have nothing at all.


Yeah, had to keep faith, came a long way
I had to trust in myself and in the process to get to where I am today.


I'm fuckin' your bae and I'm runnin' away
I'm having sex with your significant other and then leaving quickly afterwards.


Got a lot on my plate, gotta make some shape
I have a lot going on and I need to work hard to make things happen.


And it ain't no brakes, yeah
I'm not slowing down or stopping anytime soon.


[?] it, let's get the M's when I want
I want to make a lot of money (M's) whenever I want to.


Want a Lambo wit' [?] rims when I want
I want to be able to buy a Lamborghini with custom rims whenever I feel like it.


I got fans β€²cause I'm on now
People are paying attention to me now because I'm successful.


But I want them M's in my bank account, yeah, woo
I want to have a lot of money in my bank account, more than just fame or attention.


Whatchu gon' do?
What are you going to do about it?


I had to clear [?], I had to go crazy
I had to overcome some obstacles and work really hard to get where I am today.


Wanna have my baby now, tryna have my baby
I want to have a child with someone now.


My bitch your old lady, yeah, I donβ€²t do no basic, yeah
My girlfriend is your wife and I don't settle for anything average.


[?] no love on the fam
I don't show love or affection towards my family.


Went into the crew, shoppin' β€²cause I can now
I'm spending money on my friends because I have the means to do so now.


Michael Jackson, moonwalkin' witβ€² them bands now
I'm making a lot of money and I'm feeling really good about it, like Michael Jackson dancing with all his money.


All my boys legit, no more in the trap house, no
I don't have any friends involved in illegal activities anymore, we're all doing things the right way now.


I want some more, for sure, for sure(for sure)
I want more money and success, without a doubt.


I like my money in boatloads, I want a lot more
I prefer to have a lot of money all at once, and I want even more of it.


Thereβ€²s a lotta [?] I don't know but I just lay low(low)
There are a lot of things I don't know, but I prefer to stay quiet and stay out of trouble.


Free my partner [?] β€²til they go
I want my friend (whose name is omitted) to be released from prison (until they're free).


Livin' like no maΓ±ana
I am living without thinking about the future or consequences.


Ladies your hoe's, she wan' us
Women are attracted to me and my friends, despite the fact that they may already be in a relationship.


I don't need no more drama
I don't want any more trouble or problems in my life.


[?] it, I want the M's, I gotta reel them in
Again, I want to make a lot of money and I need to work hard to get it.


I need no more friends, I got these Benjamin's
I don't need any more friends because I have plenty of money (Benjamin's are hundred dollar bills).


And she bring a friend [?] and we have a [?] (and we have a toast)
A woman brings her friend and we all have a good time (and raise a toast).


I hope out the Benz and I want a friend
I get out of my Mercedes-Benz and I'm looking for a new friend.


I told her come here(yeah I want you ho)
I tell a woman to come over because I want her sexually (using a derogatory term).


I have my way, I have my way
I always get what I want and things go my way.


And I cannot wait, β€²til we break the bank
I can't wait until we make a lot of money and become really successful (breaking the bank).




Writer(s): George Ramirez, Julius Iii Rivera

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I CLICK IT- I LIKE IT
Bcuz I'm Never Disappointed

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TambiΓ©n esta suena sΓΊper chido bro!!πŸ”₯πŸ”₯

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