Zoo
Lil' Wanye feat. Mack Maine Lyrics

Young Money, motherfucker, where the cash at? (Ugh)
Young Money, representing wealth and prosperity, is asking the question of where the money is located.

I put numbers on your head like a class hat (hoo)
I bring harm and danger to people who oppose me, just like numbers written on a hat represent a class division.

See, I done been through everything like a lab rat (chyeah)
I have experienced various hardships and challenges, analogous to a lab rat being subjected to different experiments.

Can you swim? 'Cause you sleepin' where the crabs at
If you are unable to handle the tough environment, you will be left vulnerable to danger and taken advantage of, just like someone sleeping in the vicinity of crabs.

I stand before you bitch-niggas with the fif' cocked
I confront individuals without fear, ready to use my gun if necessary.

You can hear a pin drop (ha)
The atmosphere is so tense and silent that even the sound of a pin dropping can be heard.

Bulletproof vests cannot defend tops (yeah, yeah)
Even the most protective measures, like bulletproof vests, are ineffective against lethal shots at the head.

Wanna walk in my shoes, you need ten socks (chyeah)
To truly understand and experience the difficulties of my life, you need ten times the strength and resilience.

But these niggas is actors like Rick Fox (Rick Fox?)
These individuals are pretending to be someone they are not, similar to how Rick Fox, known for his acting career, portrays different characters.

Stick to the script or fuck around and get written out
You better adhere to the plan and follow the expected path, or risk being removed and forgotten.

We in this motherfucker throwing up the set (1-7)
We proudly represent our group, throwing up specific hand signs associated with our affiliation.

G4 boys, throw 'em off the jet (ha)
We intimidate and remove those who do not belong, specifically referring to individuals associated with the G4 group, from our private jet.

And me and Mack is just two niggas from the same hood (chyeah)
Mack and I are individuals who come from the same neighborhood, sharing a common background and experiences.

Fell from the same tree (yup), cut from the same wool (yup)
We have similar origins and have been shaped by the same influences and upbringing.

See, I'm the young lion (Lion), and he the young bull (what?)
I am perceived as a dominant force, like a young lion, while Mack is seen as a powerful figure, like a young bull.

Welcome to the zoo, you are in the zoo (yeah)
You have entered a chaotic and wild environment, symbolizing the unpredictable nature and atmosphere of our surroundings.

Warning, Mack on the dollar hunt (Mack)
Be cautious and aware that Mack is actively seeking money and financial success.

I'm feelin' real slick, bitch, I got my collars up (up)
I'm feeling confident and stylish, with my collars raised, showcasing my elegance and sophistication.

Spread the word, boy, I keep the Kush bottled up (up)
Inform others that I possess and control a significant amount of high-quality marijuana.

.40 Cal, pal, you can get hollowed up (doot-doot)
I am armed with a .40 caliber gun, meaning you can be fatally shot and left with hollow-point bullet wounds.

If you ain't talkin' 'bout money, homie then that's cheap chatter (ha)
If your conversation does not revolve around finances and wealth, it is considered insignificant and unimportant.

I'm pissin' on the game, feel like I got a weak bladder (yeah)
I am disrespecting and dominating the rap industry, comparing my control and influence to a weak bladder unable to hold urine.

And y'all fallin off, y'all climbin' up a weak ladder (you dying)
You are losing relevance and declining in your success, resembling a weak ladder that is failing to support your ascent.

And I'm too high to try to reach you son
I am metaphorically elevated both physically and mentally, making it unnecessary for me to strive and pursue your attention or approval.

I rock shows every day with Miss Cita's son (ya know)
I consistently perform and entertain crowds alongside Lil Wayne, also known as Miss Cita's son, demonstrating my dedication and commitment to my craft.

Then I'm uptown, baby like I'm Peter Gunz, ha (Uptown)
After my shows, I navigate to the uptown area with confidence and swagger, reminiscent of Peter Gunz, known for his association with the uptown region of New York City.

Or Lord Tariq, to the Lord, I speak
Similar to Lord Tariq, I communicate with a higher power, expressing my thoughts and beliefs.

I got game, I have a veggie tryin' to eat my meat, nah
I possess charm and charisma, leading to a vegetarian individual being tempted by my lifestyle and seeking to indulge in carnal pleasures.

Now, bring it back to Hollygrove, yeah, Hollygrove (Hollygrove)
Let's return our focus to Hollygrove, the neighborhood Lil Wayne and Mack Maine are associated with.

Harrell Park, had work by the slidin' boards
In Harrell Park, there was illicit drug activity occurring near the skateboarding area.

Harrell Park, you get murked by the slidin' boards (boom)
If you are caught in Harrell Park engaging in illegal actions, specifically near the skateboarding area, you may end up being killed.

17th Ward, animals and dinosaurs (17th, yeah)
Referring to the 17th Ward as a dangerous and chaotic area, populated with aggressive individuals, symbolized by the mention of animals and dinosaurs.

Tyrannosaurus Rex, test me
Challenging others to confront and provoke me is like facing a powerful and intimidating species like the Tyrannosaurus Rex.

It's M.O.B. 'til the mortician dress me
My loyalty to the M.O.B (Money Over Bitches) ideology will not cease until my death and the time when the mortician prepares my body for burial.

And that's deep (hah), you run up on Eagle Street (oh)
The situation is serious and profound, as illustrated by the deep laughter. If you approach Eagle Street with hostility or aggression, you will face severe consequences.

Belfast and Monroe, be right at your front door
The individuals from Belfast and Monroe will quickly arrive at your residence, ready to confront you directly.

Knock-knock, hello, there goes several fellows
A knock at the door signals the arrival of a group of men, introducing themselves in a seemingly polite manner.

With clips to the elbows, hell rose (chyeah)
Armed with firearms, the situation transforms into chaos and violence.

And tell them niggas we was hustlin' 'til hell froze (yeah)
Inform those individuals that we were actively pursuing our illegal activities until the point when hell itself froze over.

Hollygrove ain't no motherfuckin' Melrose (bitch)
Highlighting the significant difference and contrasting nature between Hollygrove, a neighborhood associated with struggle and adversity, and Melrose, portraying a more affluent and privileged area.

Hollywood ain't no motherfuckin' Hollygrove
Drawing a clear distinction between Hollywood, a glamorous and prestigious location, and Hollygrove, a neighborhood known for its hardships and challenges.

They could find your ass Monday in your Friday clothes (hey)
An indication that violence can occur at any time without warning, catching you off guard and leaving your lifeless body discovered in the clothes you wore on a regular Friday.

Or they could find your Pop dead on Father's Day
The threat and possibility of harm extend to loved ones, illustrated by the potential scenario of finding your father deceased on a day meant to celebrate fatherhood.

Hollygrove, U.S.A., where Maine and Carter stay (okay)
Reinforcing their connection to Hollygrove, emphasizing that Mack Maine and Lil Wayne reside and have a significant presence in that neighborhood.