Under Pressure
Killa Tay feat: K.G. Lyrics
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Blood in my veins yeah it's ice like diamonds
Making plays
Making dough
Issey pleats with the Comme
Someone tried to call me
Phones on silent
Yeah I tried to focus
But I got a hundred problems tryna answer
Facetime shorty when we on the road
Play your cards right and you can get it all
Yeah I stay down I stay ten toes
Lights flash around fade away like smoke
Oh shit here we go another day another low
Blood in my veins yeah it's ice like diamonds
Making plays
Making dough
Issey pleats with the Comme
Someone tried to call me
Phones on silent
Yeah I tried to focus
Under pressure
But I got a hundred problems tryna answer
And she asked me for the time of day
I don't really know what to say
Gonna pull up to the motel hey
Come on girl won't you give me a break
Always tryna get me high now
Man I just wanna go and die now
You can call me when you've lost your head now
Don't give a fuck stuck in my bed now
Oh shit here we go another day another low
Blood in my veins yeah it's ice like diamonds
Making plays
Making dough
Issey pleats with the Comme
Someone tried to call me
Phones on silent
Yeah I tried to focus
Under pressure
But I got a hundred problems tryna answer
The lyrics of "Under Pressure" by Killa Tay feat: K.G. describe the struggles of trying to combine the pressure to succeed with the various problems that arise in life. The opening lines give us an idea of the everyday difficulties the artist faces - "another day another low." However, the artist is relentlessly driven to make money, constantly "making plays/making dough." Additionally, the lyrics present a sense of style with the artist wearing the designer clothes of Issey pleats with the Comme. The title "Under Pressure" depicts the overarching theme of the song, where the artist's problems and daily grind are mounting, and causing a sense of stress or pressure. The closing line of the chorus brings it all together, conveying that the artist is attempting to focus on the task at hand, but is distracted by the multitude of issues in their life.
The second verse gives insight into the artist's personal life, as they talk about FaceTiming their significant other on the road, and if their partner plays their cards right, they can get it all. Yet, despite having someone close trying to support them, the artist is still struggling. The artist is stuck in a dark place, and wants to be left alone to cope, even saying they want to die. The final line speaks to this - "Don't give a fuck stuck in my bed now." The lyrics paint a picture of perseverance in the face of obstacles but at the same time, reveal that all these hardships have taken a toll on the artist's mental state.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh shit here we go another day another low
Starting the day feeling low and uncertain
Blood in my veins yeah it's ice like diamonds
Feeling numb, detached and cold
Making plays
Taking calculated risks to achieve success
Making dough
Making money through hard work and determination
Issey pleats with the Comme
Wearing fashionable and expensive clothes
Someone tried to call me
Being interrupted by someone trying to reach out
Phones on silent
Ignoring the distractions of technology
Yeah I tried to focus
Attempting to concentrate on tasks at hand
Under pressure
Feeling the weight of responsibilities and expectations
But I got a hundred problems tryna answer
Feeling overwhelmed by multiple challenges and responsibilities
Facetime shorty when we on the road
Using technology to stay connected with loved ones while traveling
Play your cards right and you can get it all
If you make smart choices and work hard, you can achieve your goals
Yeah I stay down I stay ten toes
Remaining loyal and steadfast in the face of challenges
Lights flash around fade away like smoke
Feeling disoriented and overwhelmed
And she asked me for the time of day
Someone seeking attention and time from the artist
I don't really know what to say
Not knowing how to respond to someone's request or needs
Gonna pull up to the motel hey
Going to a hotel to unwind and escape the pressures of life
Come on girl won't you give me a break
Asking for some personal space and rest
Always tryna get me high now
Feeling pressured to engage in drug use by others
Man I just wanna go and die now
Feeling overwhelmed and despairing
You can call me when you've lost your head now
Offering support and help to someone in the future
Don't give a fuck stuck in my bed now
Feeling apathetic and unmotivated
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Aidan Grove
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