Problems
Ludacris feat. CeeLo Green Lyrics

They say "Luda, would you rather have the money or the fame?"
People often ask Ludacris whether he prioritizes money or fame.

And I steady try to tell 'em that it all just depends
But Ludacris cannot give a concrete answer as it is situational.

'Cause every time I make a little more money I seem to be losin' more of my friends
Making more money has caused Ludacris to lose more friends, which he finds unfortunate.

So I'd give it all up to repeat life over and they'd say "Dude is a fool"
Ludacris is willing to give up his fame and money to restart his life, but others would view him as foolish.

I can't trust another motherfucker livin' in this world and this really got me losin' my cool
Ludacris has trust issues and finds it frustrating, causing him to lose his temper.

What would you'd do if you were in my situation
Ludacris is curious about how others would handle his situation.

And the minute everyone you ever loved to say you looked up?
How would you feel if everyone you admired started to criticize you?

You drink your pain to the bottom of a bottle and the Conjure would have you fucked up
Ludacris drinks to cope with his problems, which is not a healthy solution.

So I'm lookin' for love in all the wrong places, pop pills, drink liquor by the cases
Ludacris is trying to find love and happiness through drugs and alcohol instead of healthier outlets.

Get high, make a woman get low, in the strip club lookin' for familiar faces
Ludacris engages in unhealthy behaviors, such as getting high and seeking validation from women in the strip club.

People know me on a first name basis but all they ever really want's my cash
People only like Ludacris for his money and fame, not for who he truly is.

"Let me borrow just a couple hundred dollars and you know that I'm a pay you back", my ass
Ludacris is tired of people asking to borrow money, only to never pay him back.

This world so superficial, this world done lost my trust
Ludacris thinks the world is superficial and has lost his trust in people.

They say "Ludacris, you changin'" but I really don't give a fuck!
People accuse Ludacris of changing, but he doesn't care about their opinions.

What the hell am I suppose to think? What the hell am I suppose to do?
Ludacris is lost and doesn't know how to handle his problems.

I'm hearin' that the Devil's in disguise and I'm hearin' that the nigga look just like you
Ludacris is hearing rumors about people being deceiving and even though you might think you can trust somebody, they could be your worst enemy.

Doc say I need to change my diet, cause I'm really not eatin' right
Ludacris' doctor recommends that he improves his diet.

Mama said I need some peace and quite, cause I'm really not sleepin' right
Ludacris' mom suggests he gets some rest and peace to improve his mental health.

What's the use of havin' all the money and the power in the world if I can't abuse it?
Ludacris questions the purpose of having money and power if he can't use it for his benefit.

Seems like the, only thing that's, keepin' me together is my music
Music is the only thing that keeps Ludacris sane and helps him cope with his problems.

When nobody make good on they word and the industry'd make you feel like fuck you pay me
Ludacris is frustrated with people not following through on their promises and the music industry's focus on making money.

'Cause I gotta feed family, some of the same ones that abandoned me
Ludacris feels obligated to provide for family members that previously abandoned him.

That still lookin' for a hand out, 'til you found out that there ain't shit ya handed me
Ludacris' family members still ask for favors even though they haven't supported him in the past, and are disappointed when they receive nothing.

Hah, still mad at me? But I'm tryin' to be the man I plan to be
Ludacris' family members may still hold a grudge, but he is trying to become the man he wants to be regardless.

But can't do it if you callin' me for dumb shit, thinkin' it's innocent, I'm a plea insanity (ohh!)
Ludacris can't work towards his goals if he's constantly getting calls for trivial matters that are driving him insane.

Too many distractions, and it feels like everyday
Ludacris feels overwhelmed by all the distractions and obstacles he faces every day.

I finally made it to the top of the CEO position
Ludacris has reached the top of his professional career as a CEO.

But when things don't go their way, these artists got all these suspicions
However, when things don't go as expected, artists under his label become suspicious of his intentions.

So the weed keep me at peace and I think I need an intervention
Ludacris turns to weed to find peace, but realizes he needs help to quit.

Who the fuck put me in charge of makin' all of these decisions?
Ludacris is overwhelmed by the responsibility of being in charge of decision-making.

My position got me stressin' like it never did before
Ludacris' position as CEO is causing him more stress than anything else he's experienced.

Not to mention my best friend drowned and death was knockin' at his door
In addition to his professional stresses, Ludacris is dealing with the painful loss of his best friend who nearly died by drowning.

And it seems like someone in my family is passin' away like everyday
Ludacris' family members are frequently passing away, adding to his already-heavy burdens.

So I just look up to the sky and get on my knees and pray and I say!
Ludacris turns to prayer to find solace and strength during these difficult times.

(Okay, okay, okay) I wish my problems would go away
Ludacris wishes his problems would disappear.

(Okay, okay, okay) I wish my problems would go away, away, away
His desire for his problems to go away is intense and recurring.

Wish my problems would go away, away, away
Ludacris repeats his desire for his problems to go away, emphasizing his longing for relief.