Keo is a singer who alternates between Spanish and English in his songs, possibly influenced by his time in Canada. Although he has been involved in music for many years, it has been in recent years that he has gained the majority of his fame and followers.
In contrast to his current luxurious life, Keo comes from a humble family. He mentions that due to this and his mother's "hippie" lifestyle, they often slept on the streets, occupied houses, and didn't stay in one place for long, constantly traveling. Nevertheless, he says that he didn't have a bad time. Having been in many different places has helped him forge the unique style for which he is known.
Flashback
Kidd Keo Lyrics
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They see me ballin' and they tryna say 'Wassup'
I say 'I'm sorry, i just fuck who's on the guap' (Sorry)
I got my family and the rest don't give a fuck (Fuck it, fuck it)
Spend my time going crazy on the road (Skrr, skrr, skrr!)
These bitches never knew to flip me like a boss (Boss!)
They let me down, I guess they never give me hope (All supposed)
I'm about [?] call me tryna get me top
I said 'I'm passed, I'm on the road. I'm on the top' (Skrr, skrr!)
If you say 'Bye', then tell me why you looking back (Why?)
You broke my heart, don't tell me that you're coming back
Now I'm flex-flex, now I'm living fast-fast (Skr!)
This could be us but you were looking something better (Woah)
Fuck the people let em' know that now I'm better
All these bitches twerking 'cause I'm money father
Ahora estoy ballin' mami sólo pienso en mí
Y tú estás broke y todo te recuerda al Kidd
¿Cómo pudiste? si yo sí que era pa' ti (Oh, god!)
La última vez que tú va joder con un G (G, G!)
You know ain't nobody better than me (Prrr)
You though you was gonna live the movie (Brrr)
Oh, gal, you and me, and you ain't groovy
And all my bitches now they love me like you do it
It's been a while you'll see me running spots
They see me ballin' and they tryna say 'Wassup'
I say 'I'm sorry, i just fuck who's on the guap' (Sorry)
I got my family and the rest don't give a fuck (Fuck, fuck)
Spend my time going crazy on the road (Skrr, skrr, skrr!)
This bitches never knew to flip me like a boss (Boss)
They let me down, I guess they never give me hope (All supposed)
This why I never ever ever trusted these hoes (Fuck them all)
These fama dogs they be [?] on the block (on the block)
I swear my broda 'I'mma take you out the block' (Gang)
I guess some demons 'cause I grew up on the dark (On the dark)
Yo nací roto pero tenía que brillar (Brrr)
I got the choppa-choppa on the trace spot (Prr, prr!)
I grab my hair, I put it on the cash box
Don't hit my line now I'm chasing on my path
I wanna love you but I'm married with the cash
I wanna love you but I'm married with the cash
I wanna love you but I'm married with the cash
Now that you are coming back
I wanna love you but I'm married with the cash
Kidd Keo's song "Flashback" talks about his rise to fame and how he has learned to prioritize money and family over everyone else. The first verse begins with him flaunting his success, but he leads with a disclaimer that he only associates with people for their monetary value. He explains how he spends most of his time on the road and how his family is the only thing that matters to him. The pre-chorus highlights how he has been let down by people he trusted before and how he cannot trust anyone except for his family.
The chorus repeats the same ideas, emphasizing how he is focused on his success and does not let anything distract him. The second verse has a similar tone with Kidd Keo speaking about how some people are trying to come back into his life, but he knows better than to trust them. He has learned lessons the hard way and is more focused on his path than ever before. The bridge of the song highlights how he knows he is the best and how he has left behind people who thought they could compete with him. He ends the song talking about his obsession with money and how he is married to it, making it difficult to focus on anything else.
Overall, "Flashback" is an introspective song that highlights the mental shift Kidd Keo had to make to become successful. The song teaches listeners to prioritize what is important in their lives and to focus on their goals instead of getting distracted by things that do not matter.
Line by Line Meaning
It's been a while you'll see me running spots
I haven't been around in a while, but now that I'm back you'll see me hustling.
They see me ballin' and they tryna say 'Wassup'
People notice my success and want to be associated with me.
I say 'I'm sorry, i just fuck who's on the guap' (Sorry)
I don't care about anything else but money and I only have relationships with people who have it.
I got my family and the rest don't give a fuck (Fuck it, fuck it)
I prioritize my family above anyone else, and everyone else can go screw themselves.
Spend my time going crazy on the road (Skrr, skrr, skrr!)
I'm always on the move, traveling and working non-stop.
These bitches never knew to flip me like a boss (Boss!)
Women don't know how to treat me well and respect me like the boss I am.
They let me down, I guess they never give me hope (All supposed)
Women have disappointed me and never brought me any joy or hope.
This why I never ever ever trusted these hoes (Fuck them all!)
I don't trust women at all and have no interest in them besides using them for pleasure.
I'm about [?] call me tryna get me top
Someone is trying to get with me, but they have to earn my respect and go to great lengths to do so.
I said 'I'm passed, I'm on the road. I'm on the top' (Skrr, skrr!)
I've moved on from past relationships and am focused on my career, which is taking me to the top.
If you say 'Bye', then tell me why you looking back (Why?)
If someone ends a relationship with me, they have no right to look back or try and come back into my life.
You broke my heart, don't tell me that you're coming back
If someone hurt me in the past, they have no chance of re-entering my life or heart.
Now I'm flex-flex, now I'm living fast-fast (Skr!)
I'm living my life to the fullest, enjoying my success and living fast and carefree.
This could be us but you were looking something better (Woah)
Relationships could have worked out with me, but the other person was always looking for something better.
Fuck the people let em' know that now I'm better
I don't care about anyone else's opinions or thoughts as I know I'm doing better than them.
All these bitches twerking 'cause I'm money father
Women are attracted to me because of my wealth and success.
Ahora estoy ballin' mami sólo pienso en mí
I'm living it up and only thinking about myself.
Y tú estás broke y todo te recuerda al Kidd
The other person is broke and constantly reminded of me.
¿Cómo pudiste? si yo sí que era pa' ti (Oh, god!)
I can't believe you left me, I was always there for you.
La última vez que tú va joder con un G (G, G!)
If the other person wants to get with someone like me, they won't have another chance.
You know ain't nobody better than me (Prrr)
I am confident in myself and know that I am the best.
You though you was gonna live the movie (Brrr)
The other person thought they were living in a movie where everything would work out perfectly.
Oh, gal, you and me, and you ain't groovy
The other person is not compatible with me and we don't vibe well together.
And all my bitches now they love me like you do it
Women love and adore me just as the other person did.
These fama dogs they be [?] on the block (on the block)
People who are famous like me are all around, trying to make a name for themselves.
I swear my broda 'I'mma take you out the block' (Gang)
I promise to help my friend get off the streets and succeed.
I guess some demons 'cause I grew up on the dark (On the dark)
My upbringing and past have led to some emotional issues and inner demons.
Yo nací roto pero tenía que brillar (Brrr)
Although I had a rough upbringing, I was destined to shine and be successful.
I got the choppa-choppa on the trace spot (Prr, prr!)
I have a gun on me at all times, always prepared for any danger or threat.
I grab my hair, I put it on the cash box
I'm enjoying my success and money, always flaunting it and showing it off.
Don't hit my line now I'm chasing on my path
Don't try and contact me now that I'm focused on my career and goals.
I wanna love you but I'm married with the cash
Although I want to love and be loved, I am too focused on my money and success to commit to a relationship.
Now that you are coming back
Now that the other person wants to come back into my life.
I wanna love you but I'm married with the cash
Although I want to love and be loved, I am too focused on my money and success to commit to a relationship.
Writer(s): therapy beat
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