Third Degree
Kofi Lyrics


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I hop up in the car and I floor it
They was sleeping on me they were snoring
I made money it made me important
But it ain't important to me
I know I got my issues but that doesn't matter because I got people to feed
I know niggas that hate on the kid for no reason but fuck em we all gotta eat

We pull up in track hawks not a range truck
The girls in my dms are shameless
They say that my lyfestyles dangerous
But it ain't dangerous to me
I got some niggas on range
They aint in for no burglary
My niggas do hits for real
First, second and third degree

Now I got a check on me
So shorties they check on me
I ain't buying no purses still
She can't even have sex with me
How you say you're my baby girl
When you can't get a text from me
Oh you're trynna flex a million cash, well that ain't a flex to me

I can switch up my flow
Nah I ain't no regular rapper
I am the type to just do what I want and say fuck it I'll deal with it after
No I ain't from no block, but I've seen a lot more than these niggas, they're cappers
And I probably did a lot too
But I'll never bring that to the booth

You could catch me OT I be touring
No my Shordie ain't from he she foreign
They say if she ain't foreign she boring
But they all kinda boring to me
I like to provide for the ones that I love and thats all thats important to me
Imma stick to my hustle, my grind
You ain't with me you wasting my time

I hop up in the car and I floor it
They was sleeping on me they were snoring
I made money it made me important
But it ain't important to me
I know I got my issues but that doesn't matter because I got people to feed
I know niggas that hate on the kid for no reason but fuck em we all gotta eat

We pull up in track hawks not a range truck
The girls in my dms are shameless
They say that my lyfestyles dangerous
But it ain't dangerous to me
I got some niggas on range
They aint in for no burglary




My niggas do hits for real
First, second and third degree

Overall Meaning

In Kofi's song "Third Degree," the lyrics revolve around the artist's rise to success and the challenges he faced along the way. The opening lines discuss his determination and drive as he confidently hops into his car and accelerates, leaving behind those who doubted him. The reference to people snoring while sleeping on him symbolizes their lack of belief or interest in his talent. Despite their dismissive attitude, Kofi's success and the wealth he has accumulated have elevated his status in society. However, he emphasizes that material possessions do not define his worth or identity. He acknowledges his own flaws and personal issues but highlights that his main focus is providing for the people who rely on him.


The second verse shifts focus to Kofi's lifestyle and the attention he receives from others, particularly women who slide into his DMs shamelessly seeking his attention. While some may perceive his lifestyle as dangerous, Kofi is unbothered and sees no danger in it for himself. He also mentions having associates involved in criminal activities, referred to as "range," stating that they engage in various degrees of crime, from first to third degree. This line suggests that Kofi may have connections to individuals involved in illegal activities, but he consciously chooses not to bring that negativity into his music career.


The third verse alludes to Kofi's financial success, making it clear that money doesn't influence his selection or preference when it comes to relationships. He challenges the authenticity of someone claiming to be his significant other when they crave his attention but cannot even receive a simple text message from him. Kofi dismisses people who flaunt millions of dollars, asserting that he finds no value in such displays of wealth.


Overall, "Third Degree" portrays Kofi as a confident individual who is unapologetically true to himself, focusing on his own goals and the well-being of those he cares about. He acknowledges the obstacles he has faced without allowing them to deter him from his path to success.


Line by Line Meaning

I hop up in the car and I floor it
I quickly get into my car and accelerate.


They was sleeping on me they were snoring
People ignored or underestimated me.


I made money it made me important
Earning money elevated my status.


But it ain't important to me
However, material wealth doesn't hold significance for me.


I know I got my issues but that doesn't matter because I got people to feed
I acknowledge my problems, but providing for others is my priority.


I know niggas that hate on the kid for no reason but fuck em we all gotta eat
Some individuals unjustly dislike me, but we all need to find ways to survive.


We pull up in track hawks not a range truck
We arrive in track hawks, not traditional Range Rovers.


The girls in my dms are shameless
The women who message me directly show no shame.


They say that my lifestyles dangerous
People claim that my way of living is risky.


But it ain't dangerous to me
However, I don't perceive it as dangerous.


I got some niggas on range
I have associates involved in serious criminal activities.


They aint in for no burglary
Their criminal endeavors extend beyond mere burglary.


My niggas do hits for real
My associates carry out serious criminal acts.


First, second and third degree
They commit crimes at different levels of severity.


Now I got a check on me
Currently, I possess a substantial amount of money.


So shorties they check on me
As a result, women pay attention to me.


I ain't buying no purses still
I choose not to spend money on luxury items like handbags.


She can't even have sex with me
Even if she desires, she isn't permitted to engage in sexual activity with me.


How you say you're my baby girl
Claiming to be my significant other


When you can't get a text from me
Yet you don't receive any messages from me.


Oh you're trynna flex a million cash, well that ain't a flex to me
If you're attempting to impress by showcasing a million in cash, it doesn't impress me.


I can switch up my flow
I am capable of altering my rap style.


Nah I ain't no regular rapper
I'm not an ordinary rapper.


I am the type to just do what I want and say fuck it I'll deal with it after
I possess a rebellious nature and act according to my own desires, regardless of consequences.


No I ain't from no block, but I've seen a lot more than these niggas, they're cappers
Although I don't come from a disadvantaged neighborhood, I've experienced more than those who falsely claim to have.


And I probably did a lot too
And I've likely engaged in numerous activities as well.


But I'll never bring that to the booth
Nevertheless, I refuse to bring those experiences into my music.


You could catch me OT I be touring
You can find me out of town as I frequently go on tour.


No my Shordie ain't from he she foreign
My partner is not from here; she is foreign.


They say if she ain't foreign she boring
Some claim that if a woman isn't foreign, she's uninteresting.


But they all kinda boring to me
However, all of them seem uninteresting in my eyes.


I like to provide for the ones that I love and thats all thats important to me
I prioritize taking care of my loved ones; that's my main focus.


Imma stick to my hustle, my grind
I will continue to work hard and remain dedicated to my endeavors.


You ain't with me you wasting my time
If you're not supporting me, you're simply wasting my time.




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Daenan Gyimah

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SIP Entertainment

I MAKE MONEY THAT MAKES ME IMPORTANT, BUT IT AIN’T IMPORTANT TO ME 🗣

Akindeko Ayoola

What if it doesn't

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so stop do it

RUSSIAN DOLL

I'm a world rap legend from Russia,

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s/o to all the producers and artists. keep grinding. i'll see yall at the top.

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i hope he hits the top. this song hits home to me. he is so inspiring. i can only hope the lights keep shining. great work

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