Distance
Michael A Lyrics

Yeah
Acknowledgement of the start of the song

Let's get right into it
Expressing readiness to begin the song without any delay

Shah pull up in that Cruella Deville
Referring to the arrival of the artist in a stylish car

Got it bumping need a chemical peel
Implying that the music is so good that it causes excitement

Feeling higher than a medical bill
Metaphorically expressing a feeling of being 'on top of the world'

I can tell you how a pinnacle feel
Stating that the artist has achieved the highest level of success and can explain how it feels

Destined for an unforgettable life
Asserting that the artist is meant to have an unforgettable life full of success

'for my legs was long enough to peddle a bike
Implying that the artist has been striving for success since he was young

I been reaching for incredible heights
Stating that the artist has always aimed for the top in his endeavors

Since I was a tyke put that on my life
Affirming that the artist has been working hard for success from a very young age

Bet on my life put up a fight
Assuring that the artist is willing to take risks and fight for success

Betting on me then you're betting it right
Encouraging people to bet on the artist's success because he is confident in his abilities

How they see me is a hell of a fright
Recognizing that people are intimidated by the artist's success and potential

Now they gotta sleep in the bed with a light, aight
Stating that people who are intimidated by the artist now have to sleep with the light on due to fear

See that I'm triple the threat
Asserting that the artist possesses multiple talents and skills, making him a formidable opponent

So Easy to pick up a check
Stating that the artist can easily earn money due to his skills and success

No weed in the scent of my breath just
Asserting that the artist does not smoke weed, but he continues to achieve success

Sweet as a swish in the net wet
Using a metaphor to describe the artist's success as something very sweet and enjoyable

(SWISH)
The 'swish' sound represents the sound of something being successful or accomplished

All I want is you to show me love
The artist desires love and support from the listeners

Came to collect all my debt
Referring to the artist collecting success and recognition for his hard work

I bet you never met no one slicker than this
Asserting that the artist is very smooth and successful in all his endeavors

We cannot connect for the cheddar I can get a check with the flick of the wrist
Stating that the artist can easily earn money without needing to collaborate with others

Look at the way I set it up
Referring to the artist's successful set up of his career and life

I ain't no regular regular
Asserting that the artist is not an ordinary, average person

Why would I come for your neck unprovoked
Asking why the artist would cause harm or conflict to someone without any reason

If I know I'm already ahead of ya
Stating that the artist is already ahead of others, so there is no need to cause conflict

I aint with the going back and forth
Refusing to engage in conflicts or arguments with others

Got no interest in a rapper war
Stating that the artist does not want to engage in wars or conflicts with other rappers

Benzino get it from the source
Referring to the source of success or wealth; implying that the artist gets his success directly from his hard work

They just all talk really nothing more
Implying that other rappers only talk about their success, without any real actions

I do a 16 raise the murder rate
Referring to the artist's ability to write a great 16-bar verse/chorus that can increase the popularity of the song and lead to success

Getting paid early cuz I'm working late
Stating that the artist is successful because he works hard and for long hours

I'm just trying to get the circle straight
Working hard to clear out any obstacles to achieve success and make his career stable

Titanic when the ice hitting
A metaphor for the artist's success and fame being very large and strong like the Titanic before it sank

I'm a young Leo with the Donatello want the blue face and the purple face
A reference to Leonardo DiCaprio's character in Titanic and the artist's desire for both blue and purple money

Put it the circle let it circulate
Referring to the artist's desire for his success to spread and become more well-known

I get my perks up then I percolate
Stating that the artist works hard to achieve success and then he enjoys it and lets it 'percolate' or spread

I'll just be rapping and living it up
Stating that the artist will continue to rap and enjoy his success

Classy and lit it's a must
Referring to the artist's desire to have both class and energy in his music and life

Stacking them Benjamin's up
Stating that the artist is earning a lot of money

Smack your girlfriend on the butt
A playful lyrical phrase with no specific meaning

What
An interjection to emphasize the previous line

Y'all keep crushing bridges
Talking to others who are causing problems or failure in the artist's career or life

I'll let it burn like incense
Stating that the artist will let the problems go and focus instead on success and growth

Ball on fourth and inches
A metaphor for being very close to success and taking a risk to achieve it

You know I'm going the distance
Asserting that the artist is willing to work hard and take risks to achieve success

Hoping it all is forgiven
Hoping that others who have caused problems or conflict in the artist's life will forgive him

Did it with no permission
Achieved success without waiting for others to give him permission or approval

Walking right into position
Stating that the artist is taking action to achieve his goals and be in a position of success