Lights On
Kid Ink Lyrics


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(I-I-ISM)

Pull up at the Red Light, uh, District (ayy)
Riding off the gear right, uh, twisted (ayy)
Tell her roll the blunt tight, uh, lipstick (ayy)
Can't slow it down, came up too quick (ayy)
ISM, this a tune, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa (whoa)
Howling at the moon, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa (whoa)
Livin' in a dream but my eyes ain't closed (ayy)
I put everything on the line for the goals (whew)

I been getting mine, read the story untold (ayy)
Can't be mad at what you can't control (no)
Niggas gon' switch shit up with the quickness
This here risky business (yeah, yeah, yeah)
Don't get it twisted, that bitch vicious (whoa)
Just gave her back to the street, no West (hey)
Bg, me and my team on a mission (yeah)
Niggas try to look the other way and they miss shit
Ooh, too cool for y'all jakes (wait)
Everybody tryna move to my state (what's up?)
You ain't living in The Hills, ain't the right place (whew)
Niggas in a bad mood 'cause they ain't paid (whew)
No way, no way, no
Tell 'em they could never take my place (bitch)
Nobody higher than me
Tryna smoke what I'm smoking, gotta holla at T (okay)

Pull up at the Red Light, uh, District (ayy)
Riding off the gear right, uh, twisted (ayy) (go)
Tell her roll the blunt tight, uh, lipstick (ayy)
Can't slow it down, came up too quick (ayy)
ISM, this a tune, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa (whoa)
Howling at the moon, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa (whoa)
Livin' in a dream but my eyes ain't closed (ayy)
I put everything on the line for the goals (ayy)

Come back like I'm PG
Talk to 'em like a Mac, not a PC (ayy)
Had to make this shit happen, ain't no plan B (oh)
Way a nigga did the math, thought I had a degree (woo)
Tell them niggas stand back like they got a disease
We already had a wave, watch us rinse and repeat
You ain't never made an M, how you gon' critique?
Niggas married to the game, hit it while they were sleep
Whoa, wake up lil' nigga, yeah (yeah)
They did it big, watch how I do a bigger set (me)
My shit hit different like SZA (wait)
Hop in the pussy, in the grave I dig her
Ayy (ayy), I knock it down and yell timber (timber)
Run with the gang, I'm the founder and member, remember
Nobody higher than me
Tryna smoke what I'm smoking, gotta holler at T, okay

Pull up at the Red Light (Red Light), District (ayy)
Riding off the gear right (gear right), twisted (ayy)
Tell her roll the blunt tight (ooh-ooh), lipstick (ayy)
Can't slow it down, came up too quick (ayy, ayy, ayy)
ISM, this a tune, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa (whoa)
Howling at the moon, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa (whoa)




Livin' in a dream but my eyes ain't closed
I put everything on the line for the goals

Overall Meaning

In Kid Ink's song "Lights On," the lyrics depict a confident and ambitious mindset. The artist pulls up at the Red Light District, emphasizing his desire to live life on the edge and take risks. He references riding with the right gear, which suggests being in control and fully immersed in the moment.


The lyrics also convey a sense of determination and self-assurance. Kid Ink highlights his commitment to his goals, willing to put everything on the line to achieve them. He acknowledges that success may come quickly but explains that he is prepared for it and unafraid of the challenges that may arise.


The lyrics contain references to the ISM, which could be interpreted as a symbol of Kid Ink's personal philosophy or unique approach to life. He describes himself as howling at the moon, symbolizing his relentless pursuit of his dreams. Despite living in a dream-like state, he emphasizes that his eyes remain open, suggesting that he is fully aware of the realities and obstacles he faces.


Line by Line Meaning

Pull up at the Red Light, uh, District (ayy)
Arriving at a place where temptation and indulgence are prevalent.


Riding off the gear right, uh, twisted (ayy)
Enjoying the high and excitement of life, feeling a bit intoxicated.


Tell her roll the blunt tight, uh, lipstick (ayy)
Asking someone to prepare the marijuana joint perfectly, paying attention to detail like applying lipstick.


Can't slow it down, came up too quick (ayy)
Unable to slow down the fast-paced lifestyle that has brought success.


ISM, this a tune, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa (whoa)
Referring to his lifestyle and beliefs, declaring that this song represents it.


Howling at the moon, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa (whoa)
Expressing a wild and unrestrained attitude, not conforming to society's rules.


Livin' in a dream but my eyes ain't closed (ayy)
Living a lavish and extravagant life without being naive or ignorant.


I put everything on the line for the goals (whew)
Taking risks and making sacrifices to achieve his aspirations.


I been getting mine, read the story untold (ayy)
Successfully obtaining success and accomplishments that haven't been widely recognized or acknowledged.


Can't be mad at what you can't control (no)
Choosing not to be upset or resentful about things that are beyond one's control.


Niggas gon' switch shit up with the quickness
Referring to people quickly changing their behavior or loyalty.


This here risky business (yeah, yeah, yeah)
Acknowledging that his lifestyle and choices involve significant risks and uncertainty.


Don't get it twisted, that bitch vicious (whoa)
Warning not to underestimate the intensity or unpredictable nature of a particular person or situation.


Just gave her back to the street, no West (hey)
Returning a woman to the lifestyle she is accustomed to, not controlling or restricting her.


Bg, me and my team on a mission (yeah)
Focused and determined to accomplish a specific goal together with his close associates.


Niggas try to look the other way and they miss shit
Some people intentionally ignore or overlook important details or opportunities.


Ooh, too cool for y'all jakes (wait)
Considering himself too fashionable and sophisticated for others who are less stylish or interesting.


Everybody tryna move to my state (what's up?)
Many individuals are eager to replicate his success and be a part of his lifestyle.


You ain't living in The Hills, ain't the right place (whew)
Implying that unless someone lives in an affluent and luxurious area like The Hills, they can't fully understand his level of success.


Niggas in a bad mood 'cause they ain't paid (whew)
People feel unhappy or frustrated because they haven't achieved financial success.


No way, no way, no
Emphatically denying the possibility of something happening amidst all the obstacles.


Tell 'em they could never take my place (bitch)
Asserting that his unique position and success cannot be replaced by anyone else.


Nobody higher than me
No one surpasses him in terms of status, accomplishment, or influence.


Tryna smoke what I'm smoking, gotta holla at T (okay)
Interested in partaking in the same recreational activities (most likely marijuana) as him, needing to contact his supplier.


Come back like I'm PG
Making a return or comeback similar in style or impact to a professional basketball player named Paul George (PG).


Talk to 'em like a Mac, not a PC (ayy)
Expressing oneself confidently and smoothly, resembling the charisma of a Mac computer compared to a PC.


Had to make this shit happen, ain't no plan B (oh)
Being determined to achieve success without any alternative or backup plan.


Way a nigga did the math, thought I had a degree (woo)
Figuring out the calculations and strategizing like having an academic degree.


Tell them niggas stand back like they got a disease
Requesting others to keep their distance as if they carried an infectious illness.


We already had a wave, watch us rinse and repeat
Having already experienced success, expecting to recreate it by following a similar formula.


You ain't never made an M, how you gon' critique?
Challenging someone's authority or opinion when they haven't achieved the level of financial success he has (making a million dollars).


Niggas married to the game, hit it while they were sleep
Devoted and committed to the music industry, having success while others were unaware or unprepared.


Whoa, wake up lil' nigga, yeah (yeah)
Urging someone, possibly a competitor or detractor, to become aware and acknowledge the reality of the situation.


They did it big, watch how I do a bigger set (me)
Acknowledging others' achievements, but asserting that he will surpass them in terms of performance and impact.


My shit hit different like SZA (wait)
Referring to his unique and exceptional style, comparing it to the distinctive sound and artistry of the singer SZA.


Hop in the pussy, in the grave I dig her
Engaging in sexual activity, metaphorically expressing a grave or passionate connection with a woman.


Ayy (ayy), I knock it down and yell timber (timber)
Successfully seducing a woman and celebrating the outcome by exclaiming what's about to fall or collapse (timber).


Run with the gang, I'm the founder and member, remember
Being an integral part of a group or collective, even being the one who established it.




Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Brian Collins, Ishmael Montague, Jamal F Rashid

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