Machine Gun Kelly released his fifth album, Tickets to My Downfall, in 2020; it marked a complete departure from hip hop and entry into pop punk. It debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, the only rock album to do so that year, and contained the single "My Ex's Best Friend" (with blackbear), which reached number 20 on the Hot 100. He achieved similar commercial success with its follow up mainstream sellout (2022).
Machine Gun Kelly had his first starring role in the romantic drama Beyond the Lights (2014), and since appeared in the techno-thriller Nerve (2016), the horror Bird Box (2018), the comedy Big Time Adolescence and portrayed Tommy Lee in the biopic The Dirt (both 2019).
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machine_Gun_Kelly_(musician)
Studio albums
Lace Up (2012)
General Admission (2015)
bloom (2017)
Hotel Diablo (2019)
Tickets To My Downfall (2020)
mainstream sellout (2022)
Deluxes Versions
Lace Up (Deluxe) (2012)
General Admission (Deluxe) (2015)
bloom (Deluxe) (2017)
Tickets To My Downfall (SOLD OUT Deluxe) (2020)
mainstream sellout (life in pink deluxe) (2022)
Mixtapes and EP's
Stamp of Approval (2007)
Homecoming (2008)
100 Words and Running (2010)
Lace Up! (2010)
Rage Pack (2011)
Half Naked & Almost Famous - EP (2012)
EST 4 Life (2012)
Lace Up (The Prelude) (2012)
Black Flag (2013)
Fuck It (2015)
BINGE (2018)
lockdown sessions (2022)
genre : sadboy (2024)
I Know
Machine Gun Kelly Lyrics
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Runnin through the day and night
Tryna get my money right
I know you hate to see me doin right
Switchin cars and changin flights
Tryna get my money right
And I know and I know and I know and I know and I know
And I know and I know and I know and I know and I know
Untill these dollars in my pockets fat as 10 wallets
Man I'm tryna ball until my paper stretch like Ben Wallace
I got respect, Now I just need power like 10 sockets
Plus I'm fly as fuck
Man I musta came out of the womb with 10 rockets
Gone B-b-blast off
I grinded my ass off
Now my hotels filled with 20 bitches with they pants off
And we blow that cash crop
Puff puff pass on
Till the green is gone
Shit it looks like we mowed the grass on
CLE man I rep my town
Everyday bleed that orange and brown
Mother fuck what you talkin 'bout
Unless EST comin out your mouth
I'm puttin on my gangin shit
You puttin on your hatin shit
Your girl told me I'm the best
I aint have to say shit
I know, you don't wanna see me right
Runnin through the day and night
Tryna get my money right
I know you hate to see me doin right
Switchin cars and changin flights
Tryna get my money right
And I know and I know and I know and I know and I know
And I know and I know and I know and I know and I know
A-a-and I know, And I know
Ok, everybody knows I be on my jock
... In my city doin anything for a penny
And when I'm in the club... 50
... like back walk
Nobody ever wanna see me shine
But you can't block the sun
Since I'm a star
That mean we're the same
Which means Imma shine no matter what
So call me Kid
Call me Kells
And if you aint about shit don't call my cell
I had my fans before my deal
And they hold me down cuz they know I'm real
Say I'm this
Cal me that
But when I come around
Better tuck your sack
It's EST all around the world
So the whole planet got my back
Fuck your cars
Fuck your clothes
Walk up in the spot take all your hos
20 dollar Levis
I don't need green guys
Alphabet cake baked all them O's
My hotel, My hotel?
You wanna know what happens in my hotel
Is that your girl?
I know her well
She was here last night now bitch go tell
Tryna get my money right
Mic check, Ok
So why you talking down now
Because I run the town now?
Because I'm ring leader of this
And you a clown now
Because you fell off bad as fuck (true)
Because I'm on, you mad as fuck (true)
Because me and my team made it by ourselves you lookin mad at us
Or maybe cuz the streets you call your hood
Rock with me more than you
An 'member in the same building the crowd rock watching me more than you
Do I get paid more than you
No but your a fuckin fool
Cuz that girl that you trickin called your wifey chose me over you
Bitch
I know, you don't wanna see me right
Grindin through the day and night
Tryna get my money right
I know you hate to see me doin right
Switchin cars and changin flights
Tryna get my money right
And I know and I know and I know and I know and I know
And I know and I know and I know and I know and I know
A-a-and I know, And I know
The lyrics of Machine Gun Kelly's song "I Know" express the artist's determination to succeed in life despite the hate and criticism he faces. He is aware that there are people who don't want to see him succeed, but he keeps pushing through and grinding to make his dreams a reality. The repetition of "tryna get my money right" and "and I know" indicates his unwavering focus on success and the confidence he has in himself. The lyrics showcase the artist's defiance and motivation in the face of adversity and a desire to shine and be recognized for his talent and hard work.
Furthermore, the song also highlights the artist's loyalty to his hometown Cleveland and his music label EST. He takes pride in being from Cleveland and wears his orange and brown colors every day as a badge of honor. Machine Gun Kelly is not just chasing success for himself, but also for his team and fans who have supported him from the very beginning. His lyrics express a sense of camaraderie and brotherhood within the EST team, and highlights the importance of staying true to oneself and rising above negativity.
Overall, "I Know" is a track that embodies the spirit of determination, defiance, loyalty, and ambition.
Line by Line Meaning
I know, you don't wanna see me right
I understand that you don't want me to succeed
Runnin through the day and night
I am working hard all the time
Tryna get my money right
I am trying to improve my financial situation
I know you hate to see me doin right
I know that my success bothers you
Switchin cars and changin flights
I am constantly on the move and improving myself
And I know and I know and I know and I know and I know
I am aware and confident in my abilities
Untill these dollars in my pockets fat as 10 wallets
I will not stop until I am financially secure
Man I'm tryna ball until my paper stretch like Ben Wallace
I want to be very rich and successful
I got respect, Now I just need power like 10 sockets
I have earned respect, but I want more influence
Plus I'm fly as fuck
I have style and swagger
Man I musta came out of the womb with 10 rockets
I have always been driven and ambitious
Gone B-b-blast off
I am taking off to new heights
I grinded my ass off
I worked very hard to get where I am today
Now my hotels filled with 20 bitches with they pants off
I am living a luxurious lifestyle with many women around me
And we blow that cash crop
I spend money frivolously
Puff puff pass on
I am smoking marijuana with others
Till the green is gone
We will smoke until we run out of weed
Shit it looks like we mowed the grass on
We have consumed a large amount of marijuana
CLE man I rep my town
I represent my city, Cleveland
Everyday bleed that orange and brown
I support the Cleveland Browns football team
Mother fuck what you talkin 'bout
I don't care what you have to say
Unless EST comin out your mouth
I only want to hear about my record label, EST
I'm puttin on my gangin shit
I am acting tough and intimidating
You puttin on your hatin shit
You are being negative and unsupportive
Your girl told me I'm the best
Your woman thinks highly of me
I aint have to say shit
I don't need to brag about myself, others recognize my greatness
Ok, everybody knows I be on my jock
Everyone is aware that I am popular
... In my city doin anything for a penny
People in my city will do anything for money
And when I'm in the club... 50
When I am in the club, people want to be near me
... like back walk
I am walking backwards, showing off
Nobody ever wanna see me shine
Others are jealous of my success
But you can't block the sun
Nothing can prevent me from being successful
Since I'm a star
I am famous and well-known
That mean we're the same
We are equals because we are both humans
Which means Imma shine no matter what
I will continue to be successful no matter what obstacles come my way
So call me Kid
You can address me as 'Kid'
Call me Kells
You can also call me 'Kells'
And if you aint about shit don't call my cell
Do not contact me if you are not important
I had my fans before my deal
I had supporters before I became successful
And they hold me down cuz they know I'm real
My true fans believe in me and support me
Say I'm this
People say things about me
Cal me that
They give me different nicknames
But when I come around
When I am present
Better tuck your sack
You should be afraid of me
It's EST all around the world
My record label is known internationally
So the whole planet got my back
People all over the world support me
Fuck your cars
I do not care about your expensive vehicles
Fuck your clothes
I do not care about your fancy clothing
Walk up in the spot take all your hos
I go to parties and attract all of the women
20 dollar Levis
I wear inexpensive jeans
I don't need green guys
I do not need a lot of money
Alphabet cake baked all them O's
I have a lot of money, more than enough
My hotel, My hotel?
What happens in my hotel?
You wanna know what happens in my hotel
You are curious about my activities in my hotel
Is that your girl?
Is this woman your significant other?
I know her well
I am familiar with her
She was here last night now bitch go tell
She was here with me last night, now go tell someone else
So why you talking down now
Why are you being negative now?
Because I run the town now?
Is it because I am in charge now?
Because I'm ring leader of this
I am in control of the situation
And you a clown now
You are foolish
Because you fell off bad as fuck (true)
You have declined significantly
Because I'm on, you mad as fuck (true)
You are angry that I am successful
Because me and my team made it by ourselves you lookin mad at us
You are angry that my team and I became successful on our own
Or maybe cuz the streets you call your hood
Perhaps you are angry because you feel you are from a rough area
Rock with me more than you
The people in your neighborhood support me more than they support you
An 'member in the same building the crowd rock watching me more than you
Even when we are in the same building, people pay more attention to me than to you
Do I get paid more than you
Do I make more money than you?
No but your a fuckin fool
No, but you are being foolish
Cuz that girl that you trickin called your wifey chose me over you
Because the woman you are trying to impress chose to be with me instead
Bitch
Insulting exclamation
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@oMehrcy
Only true mgk fans come back here every now and then
@rocketleagueedits7700
tru
@jasonkueper7490
Never far! EST 4 LIFE! Praise to the GOLDEN GOD
@swarley5996
faXX
@ReachAlp33
Love this shit
@mridu19xx
Yesss❤️❤️❤️❤️
@user-ks4hp6bu2s
Who is in 2024???
@amritrana8669
Who gives a fwk 😢
@philipbarman3772
it’s crazy , how is it even possible ?
this song is criminally underrated 😢❤ the golden era of mgk 🤍🎸
@anghellic3449
Was here then, still here in 2020
EST for LIFE ❌❌