First Place Winner
Lil Wayne Feat. Swizz Beatz Lyrics
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Am I the best? Yes
I′m a first place winner, first place winner
I'm a first place winner, first place winner
I ain′t never been scared to get-get-get no get no money
I ain't never been scared to g-g-get no get no money
I ain't never been scared to get-get-get no get no money
I ain′t never been scared to get no money money money...
Hahaha, Young Money baby!
Ay! Just because I just said Young Money
I just made this song a whole lot better
Doesn′t money make everything better?
Fuck it, yeah Young Money, Cash Money
Young Money, Cash Money, Young Money, Cash. Money.
Big money, beyotch!! hehe
I know they tired of me
Cause I'm sleeping on them
I ain′t never been scared of getting no money bitch!
What the fuck I look like?
Fuck my verse nigga Swizz got the hook right
Don't look left baby girl just look right
And you gone see us in more red than Suge Knight
Gangbanger yes, soo-woo gang
And if you ain′t wit it then you in the food chain
I'm in that wide body I′mma need two lanes
Blue seats white paint wetter than new rain
It look like a white person, with blue veins
I keep a black Glock, red dot blue flame
Feet hanging out the window jock my shoe game
Cause all my kicks fly, like Liu Kang
Hehe, old playa new game
I'm focused, I'm thinking like I got two brains
I′m in my prime I feel like a new Wayne
How come there is two bitches but ain′t no two Waynes?
{*Wayne over Hook*}
Hehe I don't know what they do but I do thangs
This Mr. "Everytime You See Me Got A New Chain"
My flow crazy, I ain′t too sane
But I am the shit and they just poop stains
{*Wayne talking*}
Haha! Yeah!
Now all the ladies say, "ooh Wayne. ooh Wayne"
Hehe alright YEAH! AY!
[Hook: Swizz Beatz] - 2X
Yeah I grind hard (grind hard) but I shine harder (harder)
My watch stupid (stupid) my chain retarded (-tarded)
CLS-500, the kid Broadus
B double O, still gettin in pimpin
We might got the same car but my rims different
Plus a sexy lil fine bitch come with it
Young Money we the flyest crew (flyest crew)
Rappers we can't see y′all, who are you? (who are you?)
Spit it's your turn jack do what ya do (Currensy)
Mack still spitting like he new and improved (Mack Maine)
Weezy and the Pimp are just shittin on fools
And you know me jack I got work to move (yeah)
Yeah Young Money in the house
Motherfuck anybody else who in the house
My niggas with me so you know it′s guns in the house
The cops'll grab a roll of yellow tape and run around your house
Why y'all fuckin with Lil Spitta?
I wasn′t doing nothing just laid up chillin
Playing Tony Hawk on the Xbox, burnin incense
Rocking sweat pants and some Jordan number sixes
My check cleared I′m officially a rich nigga
So from this day I'mma smile in all my pictures
Get the champagne from the top shelf
The crib got wings like a jet, one east one west
Bitch I′m Mack Maaaaaaine
I'm psycho, like no, other motherfucker
And I′m in this bitch hollerin Young Money motherfucker
It's Mack Maine I make my money speak latin
And I′m comfortable like my sheet satin
The kush got me higher than an old hooker's skirt (skirt)
And I never been to culinary school but cook work (cheah)
I'm no sergeant homie so I never cuff a ho
And I hustle for my +Bills+ like I′m from Buffalo
Ya figga deal - but on the really-real
Pause the clock my flow timeless
Say my name and lose your job like you′re Don Imus (fuck you)
I'm just a, real nigga, Mack Mizzle
I′m off the hizzle, with two pistols now
The lyrics for Lil Wayne Feat. Swizz Beatz's song "First Place Winner" are a celebration of success, particularly financial success. The repetition of "Am I the best?" at the beginning of the song is a rhetorical question, as Wayne is obviously presenting himself as a winner. He's unafraid to seek out and make money, and the hook of the song emphasises this point: "I'm a first place winner, first place winner." When Swizz Beatz takes over, he adds details about the extravagant lifestyle that Wayne is leading thanks to his success. The song ultimately becomes an opportunity for Wayne and Swizz Beatz to brag about their money, possessions, and power.
There are a few contradictions in the lyrics that are worth noting. Wayne repeatedly says he's "never been scared to get-get-get no get no money," which suggests that he will do whatever it takes to make money, no matter how illegal or dangerous. However, when Mack Maine takes over the lyrics, he says "I'm no sergeant homie so I never cuff a ho," which suggests that he won't engage in criminal activity to make money. This could simply indicate that the various rappers on the song have different approaches to success, or it could highlight the tension between seeking out money and staying true to one's values.
Another interesting aspect of the song is the way it references a few other people in the music industry. Suge Knight is mentioned twice, and his association with the colour red is referenced. Liu Kang from Mortal Kombat is mentioned as well, which could imply that Wayne sees himself as a skilled fighter. Don Imus is mentioned as well, and not in a flattering way; Wayne suggests that saying his name could cost someone their job.
Overall, "First Place Winner" is a flashy anthem that celebrates wealth and success. While it may not be a particularly deep song, it has an infectious energy and some clever wordplay.
Line by Line Meaning
Am I the best? Yes
I am confident in my abilities and know that I am the best.
I'm a first place winner, first place winner
I always strive for first place and am proud to be a winner.
I ain't never been scared to g-g-get no get no money
I have never been afraid of working hard to earn money.
I ain′t never been scared to get no money money money...
Money has never intimidated me and I am not afraid to chase after it.
Just because I just said Young Money
By mentioning Young Money, I have given this song more clout and significance.
Doesn't money make everything better?
Money has the power to improve situations and make things better.
Young Money, Cash Money, Young Money, Cash. Money.
I am affiliated with Young Money and Cash Money, both of which are known for their wealth and success.
I know they tired of me
Others may be jealous or bored of my consistent success and talent.
Cause I'm sleeping on them
Others underestimate me and do not realize my potential.
What the fuck I look like?
What kind of person do you think I am?
Fuck my verse nigga Swizz got the hook right
I am not concerned about my own verse as Swizz Beatz has done an excellent job with the hook.
Don't look left baby girl just look right
Instead of focusing on other distractions, focus on me and my success.
Blue seats white paint wetter than new rain
My car is luxurious and impressive, with striking blue seats and fresh white paint.
I keep a black Glock, red dot blue flame
I always have my gun, a black Glock with a red dot and blue flame design.
Cause all my kicks fly, like Liu Kang
My shoes are impressive and stylish, like the moves of Liu Kang from Mortal Kombat.
I′m in my prime I feel like a new Wayne
I am currently at my best and feel like an improved version of myself, a new Wayne.
But I am the shit and they just poop stains
I am the best and others do not compare to my talent and success.
My watch stupid (stupid) my chain retarded (-tarded)
My accessories are flashy and impressive, with a dumbfoundingly awesome watch and a chain that is insane.
We might got the same car but my rims different
Others may have the same car, but I have personalized it with unique and impressive rims.
And you know me jack I got work to move (yeah)
I always have work to do and am constantly hustling to earn money and succeed.
It's Mack Maine I make my money speak latin
I am Mack Maine and my wealth speaks for itself, like the power of the Latin language.
The kush got me higher than an old hooker's skirt (skirt)
I am high on marijuana, which has elevated me to a new level, like an old hooker's skirt.
I'm just a, real nigga, Mack Mizzle
I am a genuine and authentic person, Mack Mizzle.
Contributed by Ian S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ralston Roberts
This was back when Wayne was truly the best rapper in the game!!! The drought era will ALWAYS be his best era!!
Chris Cruz
Lol fr fr
Justin Barton
Most definitely, drought era went the hardest!! don't look left, baby girl just look right, and you gone see us in more red than suge knight
Codie Fitz
“Was”
Jovaine Brown
if you listen closely you can hear the greatness in this beat
Fred Semuntu
I swear I could listen to Swizzie's beats all day and call it my perfect album, these beats are something else and for the time it was. Wow Hats of to the BOSS.
AJ On Hiatus
2019 anyone? This song brings back so many memories.
Lorkhan
Fucking classic. This is a classic
Steezy
It's a classic
SPORTCENTER
Dope username