The track was originally previewed in January of 2017 through Uzi’s Instagram live. The track was expected to appear within Uzi’s 2017 Luv Is Rage 2 however did not make an appearance. Instead, the track later released five years later on Uzi’s 2022 EP Red & White.
Flex Up
Lil Uzi Vert Lyrics
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Had to flex up, got my check up, I'm so special, yeah-yeah (ayy)
Count your blessings, I'm the next one and the best one, yeah-yeah
I'ma be this way all until I'm in a wheelchair (yeah)
Talking to my friends, can't believe that we still here
Woah, you ain't even know I was real (ain't know it)
You ain't even know my niggas kill, that's for real, yeah
Fuck-nigga hate me, told him that shit will not break me (yeah)
Bet that girl would never play me (huh?)
I had to spin like I'm Kobe (ayy)
Had to hit three like I'm KD (KD)
I put the bezel on Rollie
Flood that whole thing like a AP (goddamn)
Pull up, like damn, Mercedes, like
I can't die (yeah)
I can't die (yeah)
I'm alive
High as the ceiling, like go through the red light, I got my cheddar right (skrr, ooh)
Diamonds they dancin' like you cut the light off, you seein' me, candle light (ayy)
She knock on my door, at 11:04 and this a no panty night (yeah, yeah)
I tried to whip at a foreign time (yeah), look at my wrist, I paid forty twice (yeah)
Had to flex up, got my check up, I'm so special, yeah-yeah (ayy)
Count your blessings, I'm the next one and the best one, yeah-yeah
I'ma be this way all until I'm in a wheelchair (yeah)
Talking to my friends, can't believe that we still here
Woah, you ain't even know I was real (ain't know it)
You ain't even know I'm on a pill (yeah)
You ain't even know my niggas kill, that's for real, yeah
Extra hundred thousand likes because she in my photo (photo, yeah)
Please don't try to dap me up because you not my bro-bro
Loose diamonds all in my pendant lookin' like a snow globe (ah)
Got your girl straight off the promo, then I fucked her on my GoPro
Tried to take me out my zone
They can't get me out my zone (yeah, yeah)
man, they want me out my zone (yeah)
Got a song that went gold, got another one that went platinum
I'm on fire, I ain't never cold
No matter what, stick to the code (code)
Start gettin' money, I ain't never walked
No matter what, better not talk
You might take that loss, saw your girlfriend in the dark
No, it ain't my fault, Master P, it ain't my fault (yeah)
Come with life, fuck the cost, turn my side to a boss (boss, Lil Uzi)
Had to flex up, got my check up, I'm so special, yeah-yeah (that be Maaly Raw) (ayy)
Count your blessings, I'm the next one and the best one, yeah-yeah
I'ma be this way all until I'm in a wheelchair (yeah)
Talking to my friends, can't believe that we still here
Woah, you ain't even know I was real (ain't know it)
You ain't even know I'm on a pill (yeah)
You ain't even know my niggas kill, that's for real, yeah
The lyrics to Lil Uzi Vert's song Flex Up are all about living life to the fullest and being unapologetically yourself. The first verse talks about how he's flexing up and getting his check, feeling special and confident in his abilities. He also acknowledges that he's the next big thing in the industry and that he's going to be this way until he's old and in a wheelchair.
In the second verse, he asserts that he is the real deal and that people don't even know what he's capable of. He talks about his friends who can't believe they made it this far, indicating that they've been through a lot together. The chorus repeats the message of the first verse, emphasizing that Lil Uzi Vert is unique and unstoppable.
The third verse discusses Lil Uzi Vert's material possessions, such as his diamonds and cars, and how they reflect his success. He also mentions getting attention from women on social media and not wanting to associate with people who aren't genuine friends. The final lines of the verse are a play on the Master P song "Make 'Em Say Uhh!" and an assertion of Lil Uzi Vert's confidence and authority.
In summary, Flex Up is a song about Lil Uzi Vert's success and how he's going to continue being himself no matter what. He acknowledges the hard work it took to get where he is and isn't going to let anyone bring him down.
Line by Line Meaning
Had to flex up, got my check up, I'm so special, yeah-yeah (ayy)
I had to show off my success and wealth, I received my payment and feel unique.
Count your blessings, I'm the next one and the best one, yeah-yeah
Appreciate what you have, because I am the one to succeed and be the best.
I'ma be this way all until I'm in a wheelchair (yeah)
I will continue to be myself forever, my attitude won't change until I am old and physically incapable.
Talking to my friends, can't believe that we still here
I am amazed that my friends and I have made it this far without giving up.
Woah, you ain't even know I was real (ain't know it)
You didn't realize that I'm authentic and I speak the truth.
You ain't even know I'm on a pill (yeah)
You were unaware that I am using drugs to enhance my experience.
You ain't even know my niggas kill, that's for real, yeah
You didn't know that my associates are dangerous and are willing to take lives.
Had to flex up, got my check up, I'm so special, yeah-yeah
I had to boast about my wealth, I received my payment and feel unique.
Extra hundred thousand likes because she in my photo (photo, yeah)
Having a woman in my picture earned me an additional hundred thousand likes on social media.
Please don't try to dap me up because you not my bro-bro
Don't try to act friendly towards me because we are not close like true bros.
Loose diamonds all in my pendant lookin' like a snow globe (ah)
My pendant is filled with diamonds, giving it the appearance of a snow globe.
Got your girl straight off the promo, then I fucked her on my GoPro
I met your girl because of my promotion on social media and then had sex with her while filming it with my GoPro camera.
No matter what, stick to the code (code)
No matter what happens, I always abide by the unspoken rules of the streets.
Start gettin' money, I ain't never walked
Once I started making money, I never went back to a life without it.
No matter what, better not talk
Regardless of the situation, it is best to not speak about it.
You might take that loss, saw your girlfriend in the dark
You could suffer a loss if I caught your girlfriend in a compromising position.
No, it ain't my fault, Master P, it ain't my fault (yeah)
I'm not to blame for any of the problems that occur; just like Master P stated in his song.
Come with life, fuck the cost, turn my side to a boss
I'll take whatever life throws at me without concern for the price, I will always take charge in my own life.
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jamaal Talib Henry, Symere Woods
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@abdullaalsaabri2277
Red and white is such an underrated album
@cantidot4390
I’m telling you, no one can create a vibe like Maaly Raw does and Uzi just perfects it as well, they’re such a goated duo
@mahogenygreen1787
I got music video unreleased to I know https://youtu.be/NtrAkbMO3kg🔥☄️☄️☄️
@remocabaltera
no cap
@NoobOfShame
Any time you hear Maaly raw on an uzi track it’s GONNA be fuego
@calamarbronx83
Word he perfects the style of telling people his peoples kill other black people for no reason. It's awesome and I am glad you think it's awesome
@camino_
dynamic duo
@clifflifekeith2490
one of the most slept on uzi songs. straight fire and nostalgia
@trashy8481
Been waiting for this OG vibes and finally uzi made it happen for everyone
@mahogenygreen1787
I got music video unreleased to I know https://youtu.be/NtrAkbMO3kg🔥☄️☄️☄️