Pressure
Lakeyah Lyrics
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(Ayy, Don D, you a fool for this one)
Uh, too much hate in your circle (Too much)
Throw a killer some Diors, he gonβ² Walker like he Herschel (On God)
Ayy, bitches want my spot, it's too late, itβ²s a curfew (The fuck?)
Bird-ass bitches, I'm immune to the bird flu (Ayy)
Baccarat got me smellin' like money, itβ²s my perfume (Rich)
Get a little change, niggas don't like what you changed to (Fuck it)
But nobody gonβ² tell me what I can or I can't do (Ayy)
You should see the looks on these hoesβ² faces
When they be playin' my shit (Ah-hah)
Been poppin' mine
Now Iβ²m really havinβ² my way with this shit (Yes, sir)
Audemar, Cartier, it's a lake on my wrist (Ice)
It ainβ²t no fuckin' with me
Nigga, I was made for this shit (Letβ²s get it)
Ayy, they say that young bitch pressure, ayy (I am)
That young bitch pressure, that young bitch pressure (Ayy)
They say that young bitch pressure (I am)
I got 'em shook, came in the game
Iβ²m applyin' straight pressure, nigga
Say that young bitch pressure (I am)
Now any bitch want smoke, then I'm cominβ² with the pressure (Yeah)
They say that young bitch pressure (Pressure)
Before I leave, Iβ²ma leave 'em under pressure
Yeah, and I brag a little different (I do)
The bag a little bigger, so Iβ²m walkin' like I get it (On God)
Everything plain jane or bustdown, itβ²s no in-between (Ice)
My money talk like An' Hamβ² to Charlene (Ayy)
Ain't no money in your wallet
Then you out of pocket (Bitch, you broke)
I'm a stock, I turn nothing into hella profit (Ugh)
You hate yourself, but love me, that sound hella toxic (Ayy)
Niggas mad β²cause I got it, look (Look)
Shit was all good, now I got β²em shook, ayy
Like I wasn't gettinβ² money for a long time (Yeah)
I ain't fuckinβ² with no bitches playin' both sides (I canβ²t)
'Cause in the trenches, shit get crunchy like a pork rind (Ayy)
Ayy, now I'm a boss bitch havinβ²
Ben Frank stackinβ², pressure in the mattress
Diamonds on me lavish (Ayy)
Keep a couple killers on my team on call
So I'm clean if itβ²s static, nigga, yeah (Ayy)
They say that young bitch pressure, ayy (I am)
That young bitch pressure, that young bitch pressure (Ayy)
They say that young bitch pressure (I am)
I got 'em shook, came in the game
Iβ²m applyin' straight pressure, nigga
Say that young bitch pressure (I am)
Now any bitch want smoke, then Iβ²m comin' with the pressure (Yeah)
They say that young bitch pressure (Pressure)
Before I leave, I'ma leave β²em under pressure
Ayy, and makinβ² money ain't no problem (Ayy)
Iβ²m 'bout to turn boss bitches to a trending topic (Boss)
Ice on my neck keep me drippy, feelinβ² tropic (Ayy)
I know that I'm the shit, so when they see me
Iβ²ma pop it (I'ma pop my shit)
I'm really goinβ² harder than I ever had (Ayy)
Still got the fire in me now
Went through hell and back (Went through hell and back)
I talk profit, broke hoes donβ²t understand
So I ain't worried β²bout no niggas sittin' on they ass
Bitches that Iβ²m better than (Ayy)
Niggas mad that I got it, look
Shit was all good, now I got 'em shook, ayy (Shook)
Like I wasnβ²t pressin' bitches since the jump in it (Since the jump)
Back in business, and I still tried to front niggas
Ayy (And I still tried to front niggas)
Now I'm a boss bitch havinβ² (Havinβ²)
Ben Frank stackin' (Stackinβ²), pressure in the mattress (Mattress)
Diamonds on me lavish (Lavish)
Keep a couple killers on my team on call
So I'm clean if itβ²s static, nigga
Ayy, they say that young bitch pressure, ayy (I am)
That young bitch pressure, that young bitch pressure (Ayy)
They say that young bitch pressure (I am)
I got 'em shook, came in the game
Iβ²m applyin' straight pressure, nigga
Say that young bitch pressure (I am)
Now any bitch want smoke, then I'm cominβ² with the pressure (Yeah)
They say that young bitch pressure (Pressure)
Before I leave, Iβ²ma leave 'em under pressure
(Doodoo)
In Lakeyah's song "Pressure," the rapper talks about her success and how she's handling the negativity that comes with it. The verse opens with Lakeyah acknowledging that there is a lot of hate in her circle, but instead of letting it get to her, she embraces her status in the game. She brags about the designer clothes and expensive perfume she can afford due to her earnings. She highlights how being successful has caused some people in her life to resent her, but she's decided to stay motivated and not let anyone tell her what she can and cannot do. Lakeyah raps about getting better with time when everyone else is trying to emulate her style. She isn't fazed by anyone's opinion and continues to apply straight pressure to anyone who tries to come for her. She concludes the verse by saying she's going to leave everyone under pressure before she leaves the game.
The chorus is a repetitive reminder that Lakeyah is a young woman who is applying pressure in the rap game. She has earned her spot and won't let anyone take it from her. She's got everyone shook and won't back down with any challenge that comes her way. The second verse continues with the theme of success and being unbothered by negativity. Lakeyah boasts that she brags differently now that she's bigger and has more money. There's no in-between for her when it comes to jewelry - it's either plain or bustdown. She reminds her listeners that without money, people are out of pocket, and she's proud of turning nothing into a profitable stock. Lakeyah also mentions that people might hate themselves, but they love her, and that kind of love can be toxic. She continues to rap about how she's a boss bitch who is stacking her money before ending with the same chorus that was featured in the first verse.
Line by Line Meaning
Uh, too much hate in your circle (Too much)
There is too much negativity in your social circle.
Throw a killer some Diors, he gonβ² Walker like he Herschel (On God)
Giving a murderer expensive clothes will make them strut with the same confidence as their TV show namesake.
Ayy, bitches want my spot, it's too late, itβ²s a curfew (The fuck?)
Women are envious of my position, but it's already too late for them to take it as there are no opportunities left.
Bird-ass bitches, I'm immune to the bird flu (Ayy)
I'm not affected by fake people and their drama.
Baccarat got me smellin' like money, itβ²s my perfume (Rich)
The expensive scent of Baccarat is my preferred fragrance, and it reminds me of my wealth.
Swear I'm gettin' better with time, thatβ²s what pain do (Facts)
I've been evolving and improving over time, thanks to the pain I've experienced.
Get a little change, niggas don't like what you changed to (Fuck it)
People will criticize you for changing when you start becoming successful, but I don't care.
But nobody gonβ² tell me what I can or I can't do (Ayy)
I'm determined to do what I want and won't take orders from anyone else.
You should see the looks on these hoesβ² faces
When they be playinβ² my shit (Ah-hah)
I enjoy seeing the envious expressions of women when they hear my music.
Been poppin' mine
Now Iβ²m really havinβ² my way with this shit (Yes, sir)
After being successful for a while, I'm now in complete control of my career.
Audemar, Cartier, it's a lake on my wrist (Ice)
My wrist is adorned with expensive watches, making it glitter like a lake of ice.
It ainβ²t no fuckin' with me
Nigga, I was made for this shit (Letβ²s get it)
I was born to succeed and won't let anyone stand in my way.
They say that young bitch pressure, ayy (I am)
People recognize the power I hold as a young woman and the pressure that comes with it.
I got 'em shook, came in the game
Iβ²m applyin' straight pressure, nigga
I'm intimidating my competitors and dominating the field with my presence.
Before I leave, Iβ²ma leave 'em under pressure
I plan to leave a lasting impact on the industry before I disappear.
Everything plain jane or bustdown, itβ²s no in-between (Ice)
I either wear simple, understated jewelry or elaborately decorated and expensive pieces, with nothing in between.
My money talk like An' Hamβ² to Charlene (Ayy)
My wealth speaks for itself, just like the money that 'talked' to the character Charlene in the movie ATL.
Ain't no money in your wallet
Then you out of pocket (Bitch, you broke)
If you don't have any money in your wallet, then you're broke and considered irrelevant.
I'm a stock, I turn nothing into hella profit (Ugh)
I'm an excellent investment and can turn anything into large profits.
You hate yourself, but love me, that sound hella toxic (Ayy)
It's unhealthy to hate yourself while admiring me at the same time.
Niggas mad β²cause I got it, look (Look)
People are jealous of my success and show it blatantly.
Like I wasnβ²t gettinβ² money for a long time (Yeah)
I ain't fuckinβ² with no bitches playin' both sides (I canβ²t)
'Cause in the trenches, shit get crunchy like a pork rind (Ayy)
I've been earning money for a while and won't work with women who are disloyal. In the rough parts of town, things can get dangerous and tense.
Now I'm a boss bitch havinβ²
Ben Frank stackinβ², pressure in the mattress
Diamonds on me lavish (Ayy)
Keep a couple killers on my team on call
So I'm clean if itβ²s static, nigga, yeah (Ayy)
I'm a successful and powerful woman, with money stacked up and diamonds on my body. I have a few dangerous people on my team ready to act if necessary, without leaving any trace behind.
Now any bitch want smoke, then I'm cominβ² with the pressure (Yeah)
If anyone wants to challenge me, I'm ready to bring the heat and apply intense pressure.
And makinβ² money ain't no problem (Ayy)
Iβ²m 'bout to turn boss bitches to a trending topic (Boss)
Ice on my neck keep me drippy, feelinβ² tropic (Ayy)
Making money comes easy to me, and I'm about to make successful women a popular trend. The ice on my neck gives a refreshing, tropical feeling.
I know that I'm the shit, so when they see me
Iβ²ma pop it (I'ma pop my shit)
I'm aware of my worth and will confidently show off my success.
I'm really goinβ² harder than I ever had (Ayy)
Still got the fire in me now
Went through hell and back (Went through hell and back)
I'm working harder than ever and still have the motivation and strength to keep pushing, even after dealing with tough situations in the past.
I talk profit, broke hoes donβ²t understand
So I ain't worried β²bout no niggas sittin' on they ass
I only speak about making money, so I'm not worried about people who aren't making an effort to succeed.
Bitches that Iβ²m better than (Ayy)
Niggas mad that I got it, look
Shit was all good, now I got 'em shook, ayy (Shook)
Women inferior to me are jealous of my success, and people who used to be friendly are now intimidated by me.
Like I wasnβ²t pressin' bitches since the jump in it (Since the jump)
Back in business, and I still tried to front niggas
Ayy (And I still tried to front niggas)
I've been intimidating women since the beginning of my career. Now I'm back and still trying to intimidate people.
Writer(s): Lakeyah Robinson
Contributed by London B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@vanessakheswa
Her CONSISTENCY π₯π₯π₯π₯
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Sheβs really a good female rapper
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And is
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HER VOICE ALONE WILL GET HER SO FAAAARR...
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All her music is nothing less than fire π₯π―π―
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Period facts
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@RileySolen
She makes me so confident!! She is killing the game