Programs
Mac Miller Lyrics

I don't got a reason to lie, they gave me the key to the sky
Mac Miller begins by affirming that he has no reason to be dishonest. He has been given all that he needs to succeed and reach up to the sky.

But I'd rather open my eyes, 'cause that's what'll keep me alive
In spite of all his success, he would rather keep his eyes open to the world instead of being blinded by the height of his achievements.

Somethin' that's easin' my mind, please do not fuck up my day
He goes on to explain that he is at peace but requests that nothing should happen to ruin it for him.

Everybody want a headline, I don't got nothin' to say
Mac Miller acknowledges the need for attention and headlines but asserts that he has nothing significant to say at the moment.

'Cept I'm comin' back with the freshness
He then reveals that he is coming back anew and fresh.

You know I love makin' an entrance
Mac Miller loves making a grand entrance and creating a buzz.

Now now, don't get defensive, time is a matter of seconds
He reminds the listener that time is precious and to not be defensive as he has much to say in a short amount of time.

Off to see the wizard, lead the picture
He uses a Wizard of Oz reference to set the tone and emphasize taking the lead in life.

Me and liquor, evil mixture, demons clitter
Mac Miller admits to having troubles with alcohol and the effects it has on him.

Clean the whiskers, seeking Mr. Fisherman
He then switches to another metaphor of fishing where he sees himself trying to clean up his mess and find some kind of new direction.

Back on my shit again, doin' my own dance
Mac Miller is back to doing his thing, living as he sees fit, and not dancing to anyone else's tune.

Feel the rhythm that's no hands, I tell ya vision like programs
He describes his flow as effortless and intuitive; as if he is programmed to tell his story.

Busy livin' on triple digits, young old man
Mac Miller acknowledges that he is young but lives like he has already lived many years.

Y'all dead wrong, I'm upper with the echelon
Mac Miller takes pride in his success and proclaims that he belongs to a higher class of individuals.

So butter when the bread long
He continues to gloat over his financial success and his ability to make a good living.

I'm going strong till my head gone, til' my head gone
Mac Miller vows to work hard and remain dedicated till he reaches his breaking point.

Yeah, floatin' back up on the scene I'm sayin' hello (hello!)
He then reintroduces himself to the game and says hello.

Do my thing up on the strings like Tom Morello
He boasts about his guitar skills and likens himself to the legendary Tom Morello.

I keep it movin', you'll be doin way too much
Mac Miller insists on keeping up the momentum and implies that others will be left behind.

I ain't tellin' time just to tell you when it's up (yep)
He then warns others that he's not reminding them of time left but that when it is up, it's up.

Yeah, I'm only keepin' good company
Mac Miller talks about his circle and how important it is to have loving people around him.

I am not talkin' to you if you don't have love for me (yeah)
He affirms that he would not speak to anyone who does not love him.

Yeah, one for you and one for me (yeah, yeah)
He then switches to talking about sharing his love and energy equally.

Follow me, I know another way (who do we appreciate?)
Mac Miller invites the listener to follow him as he knows another way, referring to his musical journey.

Yeah, you know you better stand
He uses a commanding tone to assert his authority, implying that others should take him seriously.

Goddamn, put your hands together
Mac Miller then calls out to his audience to show their appreciation and put their hands together.

Everybody got money, get the band together
He then quips on the global fascination of money by telling everyone to come together for a good time.

Movin' like you can't stand the weather
Moving like you are uncomfortable with the situation is not the way to approach life.

But it ain't gon' rain always, yeah, yeah yeah
He ends with an optimistic outlook, implying that even though things can be rough, they won't last forever.