Flex Up
Lil Yachty Lyrics


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Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa (big Lambo')
Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa (you dig?)
Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa (woo)
Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa, whoa (yeah)
Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa, whoa (flex)
Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa, whoa

Bet you won't get no murders out me (homicide, homicide, yeah)
Go tell the cops (flex up), I bet you won't get no murders out me

Flex up, racks up (homicide), flex up (what?), Racks up (yeah)
Flex up (flex up), racks up (racks up), flex up (flex up), racks up (you dig?)
Sticks up, sticks up (what?), Sticks up, sticks up (yeah)
Pick up the K, yeah (what?), I pick up the Drac', yeah (slatt)
Spray at your bitch (bitch, bitch), she gave me face, yeah (Carti)
I sprayed at the opp, yeah, he got shot in his face (yeah)
I'm on that Codeine (yeah), I'm fallin' in love with Codeine
I really be sippin' the lean (yeah), I'm never sippin' the green (yeah)
I'm doin' them drugs, mean, I'm doin' them drugs, mean
That white ho love me, that white bitch love me, hold on

Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa (get it)
Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa, whoa (you dig?)

Six speeds, Bentleys, APs, that shit light
Two-piece, FNs, red dots, chop your height
His bitch posted us on her story, now he tight
My bitch, she know better, she do that and she might die
I was buyin' Birkins at eighteen (yeah, yeah)
That's why she don't mind the B's, fuck you mean? (Woo)
My Spur fatal, rock 'em, cradle (grrt)
I don't hang with brokes, I don't take advice (boom)
Niggas snitchin', meet in person, feds tapped bro device
Spent a quarter like a hoarder, ball like Jerry Rice

Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa
Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa

Bet you won't get no murders out me
Go tell the cops (yeah), I bet you won't get no murders out me
Bet you won't get no murders out me (ooh, yeah)
Go tell the cops (yeah), I bet you won't get no murders out me (go)

Flip flop, drop-top, swap out, four-door Rolls
Pill poppers, head doctor, she swallow it up, whoa, whoa, whoa
Big as a Bronco, big-ass chopper, rings lightin' up, whoa, whoa, whoa
Hella boppers suck me proper, like to gobble, whoa, whoa, whoa
Richard Mille aquia, I'm flippin' that tilapia
Turn the temperature way up, they can't get in the way of us
Private invitational, but everyone is safe to come
Gotta make my haters mad, give 'em somethin' to talk about
Take a bitch from south of France, push her back to Waffle House
Murder on the case, I had to spazz, fuck her doggystyle
I don't know how to be a normal nigga, one thing I forgot
I got blood then on the floor, but now I ball like basketball (burr)

Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa (Lambo')
Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa, whoa
Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa
Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa, whoa (tell the cops)
(I bet you-) Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa, whoa
(I bet you-) Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa, whoa





Bet you won't get no murders out me
(Big bands), whoa, whoa, whoa

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Lil Yachty's song Flex Up are full of bravado and self-aggrandizement. The chorus repeats the phrase "Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa" over and over again. The phrase "Flex up" means to show off or stimulate one's muscles, indicating the song's overall theme of showing off one's wealth and power. The phrase "stretch out" could refer to relaxation after making money or dominating one's enemies. The phrase "big bands" is a reference to large sums of money, adding to the sense of opulence that permeates the song.


The lyrics also contain a number of references to violence and drug-related activities. For example, Lil Yachty boasts that "Bet you won't get no murders out me" and talks about "spray[ing] at the opp" (opposition) and "sippin' the lean." These lyrics showcase Lil Yachty's tough image while also perpetuating negative stereotypes about violence and drug use.


Finally, the lyrics of Flex Up are notable for their use of repetition and simple rhymes. The chorus uses the same phrase over and over again, while many of the verses feature simple rhyming patterns. This gives the song a catchy and memorable quality that can be easily sung along to.


Line by Line Meaning

Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa (big Lambo')
Lil Yachty is flexing his wealth and success, showing that he can afford luxury items like a big Lamborghini.


Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa (you dig?)
Lil Yachty is challenging his listeners to keep up with his lifestyle of flexing, stretching out, and earning big money.


Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa (woo)
Lil Yachty is celebrating his success, with 'woo' indicating his excitement.


Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa, whoa (yeah)
Lil Yachty continues to boast about his wealth and success, with 'yeah' indicating his confidence.


Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa, whoa (flex)
Lil Yachty repeats his message of flexing and earning big money.


Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa, whoa
Lil Yachty repeats his message of flexing and earning big money.


Bet you won't get no murders out me (homicide, homicide, yeah)
Lil Yachty is not a murderer, and he challenges anyone to try to prove otherwise.


Go tell the cops (flex up), I bet you won't get no murders out me
Lil Yachty dares anyone to report him to the police for a murder that he did not commit.


Flex up, racks up (homicide), flex up (what?), Racks up (yeah)
Lil Yachty is repeating his theme of flexing and earning big money, with the addition of a reference to murder.


Flex up (flex up), racks up (racks up), flex up (flex up), racks up (you dig?)
Lil Yachty repeats his message of flexing and earning big money, with 'you dig?' asking if his listeners understand.


Sticks up, sticks up (what?), Sticks up, sticks up (yeah)
Lil Yachty references guns, repeating the phrase 'sticks up'.


Pick up the K, yeah (what?), I pick up the Drac', yeah (slatt)
Lil Yachty is referencing two different types of guns, the K (a Kalashnikov) and the Drac (a Draco), with 'slatt' indicating his approval and agreement.


Spray at your bitch (bitch, bitch), she gave me face, yeah (Carti)
Lil Yachty is bragging about being sexually active and violent, with 'Carti' referencing fellow rapper Playboi Carti.


I sprayed at the opp, yeah, he got shot in his face (yeah)
Lil Yachty is bragging about his violent actions and claiming to have shot down his enemy.


I'm on that Codeine (yeah), I'm fallin' in love with Codeine
Lil Yachty is talking about his addiction to Codeine and how he is falling in love with the drug.


I really be sippin' the lean (yeah), I'm never sippin' the green (yeah)
Lil Yachty is stating that he prefers to drink lean (a concoction of Codeine and soda) over smoking marijuana.


I'm doin' them drugs, mean, I'm doin' them drugs, mean
Lil Yachty is confessing to taking drugs and implies that he's willing to do anything to keep taking them.


That white ho love me, that white bitch love me, hold on
Lil Yachty is bragging about his sexual relationships with white women.


Six speeds, Bentleys, APs, that shit light
Lil Yachty is boasting about his collection of luxury items, including cars (Bentleys) and watches (APs), and how they are no big deal to him.


Two-piece, FNs, red dots, chop your height
Lil Yachty is referencing guns again, specifically two-piece (a type of gun), FNs (Fabrique Nationale guns), and red dots (sights on guns). The line implies he is willing to use such weapons to hurt someone.


His bitch posted us on her story, now he tight
Lil Yachty is bragging about being featured on another man's girlfriend's social media story and how it is causing jealousy and anger.


My bitch, she know better, she do that and she might die
Lil Yachty is suggesting that his own girlfriend is loyal and smart enough not to post anything about him on social media, as it could be harmful.


I was buyin' Birkins at eighteen (yeah, yeah)
Lil Yachty is referencing his own wealth and success, claiming to have been able to afford luxuries like Hermes Birkin bags at a young age.


That's why she don't mind the B's, fuck you mean? (Woo)
Lil Yachty's girlfriend is not impressed by his material possessions, so he uses the phrase 'fuck you mean?' to challenge anyone who doubts his wealth and status.


My Spur fatal, rock 'em, cradle (grrt)
Lil Yachty is referencing his sneakers (probably custom-made), and how they are 'fatal' or deadly when he wears them.


I don't hang with brokes, I don't take advice (boom)
Lil Yachty is stating that he does not associate with people who are not wealthy, and he does not need their advice.


Niggas snitchin', meet in person, feds tapped bro device
Lil Yachty is distrustful of others and cautious about meeting in person, as he believes that the authorities are probably monitoring everything.


Spent a quarter like a hoarder, ball like Jerry Rice
Lil Yachty is claiming to have spent a lot of money (a quarter million dollars) and is comparing his success to that of football star Jerry Rice.


Bet you won't get no murders out me
Lil Yachty is reiterating his previous statement and challenging anyone who accuses him of murder.


Flip flop, drop-top, swap out, four-door Rolls
Lil Yachty is bragging about owning a Rolls Royce with four doors that he can easily take off and swap out.


Pill poppers, head doctor, she swallow it up, whoa, whoa, whoa
Lil Yachty is referencing the use of drugs like pills and how his sexual partners (likely alluding to a female physician) will indulge with him.


Big as a Bronco, big-ass chopper, rings lightin' up, whoa, whoa, whoa
Lil Yachty is referencing a large gun and ring accessories that are very flashy and noticeable.


Hella boppers suck me proper, like to gobble, whoa, whoa, whoa
Lil Yachty is bragging again about his sexual activity and how women are eager to perform oral sex on him.


Richard Mille aquia, I'm flippin' that tilapia
Lil Yachty owns a Richard Mille watch and is making a joke about how the small, freshwater fish tilapia is like the watch brand in terms of value when flipped.


Turn the temperature way up, they can't get in the way of us
Lil Yachty is implying that he and his associates are very successful and powerful, with nobody being able to stop them.


Private invitational, but everyone is safe to come
Lil Yachty is having a party or gathering that is invitation only, but everyone is welcome and will be safe.


Gotta make my haters mad, give 'em somethin' to talk about
Lil Yachty is aware of people who oppose him and are jealous of his success, so he actively seeks to upset them and start gossip.


Take a bitch from south of France, push her back to Waffle House
Lil Yachty is bragging about being able to pick up women from elite locations (in this case, the south of France) and then taking them to less glamorous places like the Waffle House chain restaurant.


Murder on the case, I had to spazz, fuck her doggystyle
Lil Yachty is referencing murder again and how he had to become violent (spazz) after sex with a woman.


I don't know how to be a normal nigga, one thing I forgot
Lil Yachty is fully aware that he is not an ordinary person, and he makes light of the fact that he does not know how to act like one.


I got blood then on the floor, but now I ball like basketball (burr)
Lil Yachty has come from a violent background, but now he is successful in his music career and 'balling' like a basketball player, with 'burr' indicating his adlib.


Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa (Lambo')
Lil Yachty is repeating his message of flexing and showing off his wealth and success.


Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa, whoa
Lil Yachty repeats his message of flexing and earning big money.


Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa
Lil Yachty repeats his message of flexing and earning big money.


Bet you won't get no murders out me
Lil Yachty is once again challenging anyone who accuses him of murder, asserting his innocence.


Go tell the cops (yeah), I bet you won't get no murders out me
Lil Yachty is daring anyone to report him to the police for a murder he did not commit.


Bet you won't get no murders out me (ooh, yeah)
Lil Yachty further emphasizes that he has never committed any murders.


Go tell the cops (yeah), I bet you won't get no murders out me (go)
Lil Yachty repeats his dare to his accusers to try to falsely accuse him of murder and see if they succeed.


Flex up, stretch out, big bands, whoa, whoa, whoa (tell the cops)
Lil Yachty ends the song with a final repetition of his message of flexing and earning big money, with 'tell the cops' being a challenge to his accusers one last time.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Miles Parks McCollum, Jacob Canady, Kedrick Cannady, Nayvadius Wilburn, Joshua Luellen, Jordan Carter

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@gotthepain8428

Carti really has the exaggerated swagger of a black teen

@pingeee

Yeah 😍

@trapstar8532

📠

@iloheim

faxx

@kingcash48

See you get it

@davidam9397

like miles

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@lawsontaylor1970

Carti been starving his fans all year and then he waits till thanksgiving to feed them

@Bear-vf3yw

He didn’t even drop wlr yet

@Bear-vf3yw

He said it’s ready and finished he just has to drop it

@iiboxediii

@@Bear-vf3yw he’s about to drop it

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