Paranoia
Maxo Kream Lyrics


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I can't trust these bitches, these niggas is snitches
Don't tell 'em your business just sit back and listen
I can't go to prison these packs I had driven to make my commission cus money my mission
I need me a trillion your trap I will kick in
Knock doors off the hinges he don't have the chickens
We killin' civilians shooting the women then kindnapin' children can't get no conviction
Fuck your opinion I'm just tryna make a living
I ain't robbin' for the pigeons then I'm posted in the kitchen
I be nervous in the bitch because the cops be tryna listen
Keep the [?] out my trap they had it all on television
Plus word around town that the plug start snitching
Had a spliff from his division he was fuckin' up my business
But no matter the condition I be trappin' like a villain
Let me bring the mask out like an '02 piston
Take a nigga down he with the opposition
I got a lotta plex but got alotta ammunition
I don't go to war the shit I do is terrorism
Leave your grandma in the house with her head missing
Throw away the guns burn up the expedition
We never snitch never squel carry on tradition
I can spot a pussy nigga with my third vison
Little greedy muthafucka stay in your position
It's been all my cus my trap
It's some goofy ass nigga asking me where it's at
Never served him a sack I won't serve him a pack
If you knock at my door I'll bust with the strap
Better make yourself known or the semi gone clap
Never lacking in the trap because I use my [?] cap
No cell phone flipping cus the wires stay tapped
Never lay your fuckin' head where you keep ya stash at
Gotta cut a nigga off he ain't ever got ya back
Leave a little cheese out if you lookin' for a rat
If he fall for the trap let the muthafucka snap
He a real muthafucka if he bring it right back
Loyalty you can't buy thats a muthafuckin fact
Keep ya niggas in line make sure shit intact
When it's time to go to war all of 'me attack
Make one phone call my front line handle that
Don't need 30 niggas got a 30 on the Glock
Don't need no circle got a infrared dot
Never trust a friendly nigga with a scheme or a plot
When the shit pop off he'll leave ya dead on the spot
If you wanna kill a snake you gotta be a snake too
Man the game so fake gotta make your own rules
Cus it's all about the money do what ya gotta do
Yall niggas don't know the shit I've been through
Got this Trigga Max shit from my big cousin [?]
The judge sent him up state gave his ass 42
Got this Jack Boy shit from my big bro Ju
Some niggas shot in the face but he still pulled through
Got this gettin money habit from my muthafuckin' daddy
He just got out the feds now my momma real happy
All the risks that I take I do this shit for Ms. Jackie
Whether loading up Maggie's or I'm sellin' gram baggies
See I can't go to jail, won't get caught lackin'
If the laws run in here, all us get the clappin'
If I ever go down I'm a keep my mouth glued
One mistake in your crew and then your whole like screwed
Locked up in the zoo with some Velcro shoes
Lotta commisary food and some cheap shampoo
On the same money hunt that Big Meeks pursued
Tryna eat like a king and put my fam on too
Finessin' on the plug with my brother [?]
Could a went to the league but he trappin' like a fool
Gotta stay lowkey so I made him go to school
Yeah I let him trade the water but can't paddle his canoe
My other brother 15 showed his ass a QP
Right before he went too school he caught three felonies
Gotta pay for his lawyer and his fuckin' education
So I'm clearing out traps hurricane evacuation
In other words translatation I be robbin' locations
Leaving bodies on the pavement if you not donating
Assaulting deadly with these weapons and a lot of aggravation
Cus my time is money and I'm getting impatient
Paranoid in the trap all the time that I'm facing
Two scales four stoves and a new play station




When the streets get dry I'm a keep the hydration
Living every single day in paranoid situations

Overall Meaning

In the song "Paranoia" by Maxo Kream, he reveals his apprehensions and uncertainties in a cutthroat business. The song highlights the intricate urban life filled with treacherous obligations and prejudice towards confrontation. Throughout the song, the rapper speaks about the need to stay quiet in the face of snitches and warns against trusting anyone in the business. He describes how he learned from his family that the street life is the only way to make money, and to succeed, you have to do what is necessary even if it might be illegal. Kream raps about how he uses his fear of getting caught to be vigilant and not slack off in his work.


Moreover, he describes how some individuals can bring others down by talking too much and outlines his strategy of staying out of trouble. Kream emphasizes his dedication to his job and clarifies that his "money-mission" is his top priority. He also elucidates his method of conducting business, which includes keeping one's trap (a place of work) on the down-low, and being careful not to show off too much wealth. The song also focuses on family dedication, especially towards his brothers, with whom he works with and supports during their struggles.


Overall, the song shows how Kream is wary of his surroundings and is hesitant to trust anyone in his business. He highlights how he learned important lessons from his roots and uses those to his advantage when conducting business on the streets.


Line by Line Meaning

I can't trust these bitches, these niggas is snitches
I have a hard time relying on women and men because they tend to betray and give information to authorities.


Don't tell 'em your business just sit back and listen
Instead of sharing your personal affairs, it's better to remain quiet and observe others.


I can't go to prison these packs I had driven to make my commission cus money my mission
I cannot afford to end up in jail because I transported drugs to earn money, and making a profit is my ultimate goal.


I need me a trillion your trap I will kick in
I aspire to obtain a massive amount of money, so I'm willing to forcefully enter any rival's territory to achieve success.


Knock doors off the hinges he don't have the chickens
I forcefully break into houses where the owner doesn't possess a valuable bounty.


We killin' civilians shooting the women then kindnapin' children can't get no conviction
We engage in acts of violence against innocent people, including shooting women, and even resort to abducting children, but we manage to avoid legal consequences.


Fuck your opinion I'm just tryna make a living
I don't care about your perspective; I'm solely focused on making money and surviving.


I ain't robbin' for the pigeons then I'm posted in the kitchen
If I'm not stealing from easy targets, I'll be stationed in the kitchen, likely referring to cooking and distributing drugs.


I be nervous in the bitch because the cops be tryna listen
I feel anxious in certain situations because I'm aware that the police are attempting to secretly gather information.


Keep the [?] out my trap they had it all on television
I ensure that informants or unreliable individuals are not part of my drug operation because their actions have been exposed on television before.


Plus word around town that the plug start snitching
There are rumors circulating that the drug supplier is cooperating with law enforcement and providing information about criminal activities.


Had a spliff from his division he was fuckin' up my business
There was a disagreement between me and someone from the drug supplier's organization, who was negatively impacting my enterprise.


But no matter the condition I be trappin' like a villain
Despite any circumstances I may face, I continue to engage in drug trafficking activities without hesitation, embracing the role of a criminal figure.


Let me bring the mask out like an '02 piston
I will conceal my identity by wearing a mask, just like the way a basketball player from the Detroit Pistons team would during the 2002 season.


Take a nigga down he with the opposition
If I encounter an opposing individual who poses a threat, I will eliminate him.


I got a lotta plex but got alotta ammunition
I have many adversaries, but I am well-prepared with a significant supply of weapons.


I don't go to war the shit I do is terrorism
I am not engaging in mere conflicts; rather, my actions can be classified as acts of terrorism.


Leave your grandma in the house with her head missing
I am willing to commit heinous acts, such as decapitating someone's grandmother.


Throw away the guns burn up the expedition
To avoid incrimination, I discard firearms and set fire to the vehicle used during criminal activities.


We never snitch never squel carry on tradition
We uphold the tradition of never cooperating with authorities and maintaining loyalty among ourselves.


I can spot a pussy nigga with my third vison
I possess a heightened sense of perception, allowing me to easily recognize weak, cowardly individuals.


Little greedy muthafucka stay in your position
You, a selfish and ambitious person, should stay in your designated role without trying to advance beyond it.


It's been all my cus my trap
My entire life has revolved around my drug operation.


It's some goofy ass nigga asking me where it's at
There are foolish individuals inquiring about the location of my drug operation.


Never served him a sack I won't serve him a pack
If I have never sold a small quantity of drugs to someone, I will not proceed to sell them a larger quantity.


If you knock at my door I'll bust with the strap
If you come knocking at my door, I will respond by shooting with a firearm.


Better make yourself known or the semi gone clap
It's important for you to announce your presence; otherwise, I will unleash a rapid succession of gunshots.


Never lacking in the trap because I use my [?] cap
I am constantly vigilant and well-prepared in my drug operation because I utilize my intelligence and street smarts.


No cell phone flipping cus the wires stay tapped
I refrain from engaging in criminal activities involving stolen cell phones due to the likelihood of law enforcement wiretapping communication lines.


Never lay your fuckin' head where you keep ya stash at
It's unwise to rest your head or sleep in the same location where you store your drugs or valuable possessions.


Gotta cut a nigga off he ain't ever got ya back
One must sever ties with an individual who consistently fails to provide support or loyalty.


Leave a little cheese out if you lookin' for a rat
If you suspect someone is an informant, you can deliberately leave a small amount of money as bait to observe their actions.


If he fall for the trap let the muthafucka snap
If the suspected informant falls for the bait, then it's time to expose and confront them.


He a real muthafucka if he bring it right back
One can be considered genuinely loyal if they return the bait or money rather than attempting to deceive or exploit others.


Loyalty you can't buy thats a muthafuckin fact
It is impossible to purchase loyalty; it must be earned and demonstrated through actions.


Keep ya niggas in line make sure shit intact
It's essential to maintain control over your associates and ensure that everything runs smoothly.


When it's time to go to war all of 'me attack
During times of conflict, all members of the group must act aggressively and offensively.


Make one phone call my front line handle that
With just a single phone call, my trusted associates on the front line will take care of the situation.


Don't need 30 niggas got a 30 on the Glock
I don't require a large group of individuals because I possess a firearm that can hold thirty rounds.


Don't need no circle got a infrared dot
I don't rely on a tight-knit group; instead, I possess a weapon with an infrared laser sight for enhanced aim.


Never trust a friendly nigga with a scheme or a plot
It's unwise to place trust in individuals who appear friendly but may have ulterior motives or plans.


When the shit pop off he'll leave ya dead on the spot
When a dangerous situation arises, such a person would abandon you to face death immediately.


If you wanna kill a snake you gotta be a snake too
To eliminate a deceitful person, you must also embody cunning and deceitfulness.


Man the game so fake gotta make your own rules
The world of crime and survival is filled with deception, so it's necessary to establish your own guidelines and principles.


Cus it's all about the money do what ya gotta do
In the end, the primary focus is acquiring wealth, so one must do whatever is necessary to achieve that goal.


Yall niggas don't know the shit I've been through
You all have no understanding of the challenging experiences I have endured.


Got this Trigga Max shit from my big cousin [?]
I acquired my fearless and confrontational attitude from my older cousin.


The judge sent him up state gave his ass 42
The judge sentenced him to a prison term of 42 years in a correctional facility.


Got this Jack Boy shit from my big bro Ju
I learned my actions and mindset of being involved in robberies from my older brother, Ju.


Some niggas shot in the face but he still pulled through
Although someone shot him in the face, he managed to survive despite sustaining severe injuries.


Got this gettin money habit from my muthafuckin' daddy
My father instilled in me the habit and drive to obtain money by any means necessary.


He just got out the feds now my momma real happy
My mother is genuinely pleased because my father was recently released from federal prison.


All the risks that I take I do this shit for Ms. Jackie
I engage in dangerous activities, taking various risks, with the intention of benefiting Ms. Jackie, possibly referring to an important figure or a loved one.


Whether loading up Maggie's or I'm sellin' gram baggies
Whether acquiring firearms or selling small quantities of drugs in individual bags, I am involved in illicit activities.


See I can't go to jail, won't get caught lackin'
I cannot afford to be imprisoned, so I am determined never to be caught off guard or unprepared.


If the laws run in here, all us get the clappin'
If law enforcement officers enter the area, all of us will quickly engage in gunfire.


If I ever go down I'm a keep my mouth glued
If I were ever to be caught and face legal consequences, I would remain silent and not cooperate with authorities.


One mistake in your crew and then your whole like screwed
If a single error occurs within your criminal group, the entire operation and its members will be in jeopardy.


Locked up in the zoo with some Velcro shoes
While incarcerated in prison, I am figuratively confined in a controlled environment wearing shoes fastened with Velcro.


Lotta commisary food and some cheap shampoo
Inside prison, I rely on purchases from the commissary to sustain myself, including affordable shampoo.


On the same money hunt that Big Meeks pursued
I am currently engaged in the pursuit of wealth just like Big Meeks, possibly referring to a notorious figure with success in the drug trade.


Tryna eat like a king and put my fam on too
I strive to live a prosperous life, providing for my family in the same way a king would.


Finessin' on the plug with my brother [?]
I engage in manipulation and deception with our drug supplier alongside my brother.


Could a went to the league but he trappin' like a fool
My brother possessed the potential to pursue a professional sports career, but he chose to involve himself in drug trafficking instead.


Gotta stay lowkey so I made him go to school
In order to maintain a low profile and avoid suspicion, I insisted that my brother continue his education.


Yeah I let him trade the water but can't paddle his canoe
While I allow him to participate in our illicit activities, I limit his involvement and influence; he can only do certain tasks and cannot fully control the situation.


My other brother 15 showed his ass a QP
My younger brother, who was only 15 years old, proved his capabilities by handling a significant quantity of drugs (a quarter pound).


Right before he went too school he caught three felonies
Just before he began attending school, he acquired three felony charges, indicating a significant involvement in criminal activities.


Gotta pay for his lawyer and his fuckin' education
I have the financial responsibility of funding both his legal defense and his education amidst his criminal charges.


So I'm clearing out traps hurricane evacuation
In preparation for potential legal troubles, I am swiftly removing all signs of involvement in the drug trade, much like how people evacuate in the face of a hurricane.


In other words translatation I be robbin' locations
To simplify and clarify, I engage in various robberies and thefts.


Leaving bodies on the pavement if you not donating
If you refuse to offer money or assistance, I will resort to violence and leave your lifeless body on the street.


Assaulting deadly with these weapons and a lot of aggravation
I am highly skilled in employing deadly weapons and have a high tolerance for stressful and dangerous situations.


Cus my time is money and I'm getting impatient
Because my time is valuable, I am growing increasingly restless and eager to make more money.


Paranoid in the trap all the time that I'm facing
I constantly experience feelings of paranoia while inside the drug operation, fearing detection and potential threats.


Two scales four stoves and a new play station
I possess two weighing scales for measuring drugs, four cooking stoves for production, and recently acquired a new PlayStation as a reward for my criminal endeavors.


When the streets get dry I'm a keep the hydration
During times when the drug market experiences scarcity, I will continue to provide a steady supply of drugs, satisfying the demand as if nourishing the streets.


Living every single day in paranoid situations
Every day, I find myself immersed in circumstances that breed distrust and anxiety.




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