Ralo
NAV Lyrics


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Doin' my ting (yeah)
Money tall, Yao Ming (yeah)
Said I'm done with bling (yeah)
After one more ring (one more ring)
I just built a team (built my team)
Off loyalty (loyalty)
Before they move ('fore they move)
They gon' think about me (think about me)

Swimmin' in the deep end, my neck all wet (wet, wet)
When I'm sober, I don't feel like I'm at my best (yeah)
Lift my doors, these hoes probably gon' break they neck (break they neck)
I did a lot of things that they ain't expect (yeah)
A penny out of me, these hoes will never get (never get)
She said, "More powder please," her nostrils turning red
I paid off my debts and I'm still getting checks
Pay attention, can't ignore every threat they sent (yeah)
I fucked most of these hoes the first time that we met (we met)
Had to move on but I still got some regrets (some regrets)
I been ballin', I been hittin' nothin' but net
All of my people say that I was heaven-sent (yeah)
Fucked up the game, they let the brown boy reinvent
Bought my foreign cash, I ain't worried 'bout a dent
'Til we overdose, XO I represent
Got some racks, now I'm the one that they resent (yeah)

I just bought a 'K, I just need some ammo
I just took a taste, brought the bag 'til I'm down low
All these rappers fake, I look up to Ralo
I been stacking cake, but it ain't round, though

Doin' my ting (yeah)
Money tall, Yao Ming (yeah)
Said I'm done with bling (yeah)
After one more ring (one more ring)
I just built a team (yeah)
Off loyalty (yeah)
Before they move (yeah)
They gon' think about me

(Yeah) I take things that I should probably leave alone
I can deal with the hate, but fake shit, I cannot condone
(Yeah) the original was a fail, why would you want a clone?
All these rappers fairytale-tellin' and they know
Only got two opps left, I probably drop a bag on both (bag)
I just got two new coats and I just popped a tag on both (rag)
I just got two new hoes and if I want I'll rack 'em both (rack)
All my diamonds water, my chain underneath the boat (boat)
I'ma throw a private ceremony, me and money gon' elope (elope)
I just bought a forty pointer chain, your pendant on a rope (bling)
I been tryna kill some habits, I don't know how to approach (yeah)
Gotta keep faith, I ain't never believe in hope

I just bought a 'K, I just need some ammo
I just took a taste, brought the bag 'til I'm down low
All these rappers fake, I look up to Ralo
I been stacking cake, but it ain't round, though

Doin' my ting (yeah)
Money tall, Yao Ming (yeah)
Said I'm done with bling (yeah)
After one more ring (one more ring)
I just built a team (yeah)
Off loyalty (yeah)




Before they move (yeah)
They gon' think about me

Overall Meaning

The song "Ralo" by NAV is a rap song about the artist's rise to success and his current lifestyle. The first verse highlights his success, money, and loyalty. He talks about how he built his team based on loyalty and how he won't be forgotten before they decide to move. In the second verse, he talks about his lavish lifestyle, swimming in the deep end with a wet neck and buying foreign cash without worrying about any dent. He talks about his regrets and how he messed up with some things, but he has been balling and hitting nothing but the net. Throughout the song, NAV emphasizes his confidence in himself, his success, and his team. He doesn't care about others' opinions or the hate that comes with it, but he cannot tolerate fake people and their lies.


The song's title "Ralo" is named after Atlanta rapper Ralo, who NAV looks up to for his honesty and authenticity in his music. The song was originally supposed to be called "Hundi," which means 100 in Hindi, but it was later changed to "Ralo." The song was produced by Wheezy, who also produced Lil Wayne's "Uproar." NAV's album "Bad Habits" was released in 2019 and featured the song "Ralo".


Line by Line Meaning

Doin' my ting (yeah)
I'm doing my own thing and living my life on my own terms.


Money tall, Yao Ming (yeah)
I have a lot of money, just like the height of basketball player Yao Ming.


Said I'm done with bling (yeah)
I no longer care about materialistic things like flashy jewelry.


After one more ring (one more ring)
Once I make one more financial success, then I'll finally be done with seeking materialistic goods.


I just built a team (built my team)
I formed a successful group of people who work together with loyalty and trust.


Off loyalty (loyalty)
Everyone on my team is loyal to me and to each other.


Before they move ('fore they move)
Before anyone on my team makes a decision, they always consider me and my input.


They gon' think about me (think about me)
My team always includes me in their decision-making and values my opinion.


Swimmin' in the deep end, my neck all wet (wet, wet)
I am fully immersed in the high life and its glamorous opportunities, symbolized by my wet, diamond-filled chain.


When I'm sober, I don't feel like I'm at my best (yeah)
I don't feel as confident or content with my life when I am not under the influence of substances.


Lift my doors, these hoes probably gon' break they neck (break they neck)
I drive a flashy car that attracts lots of attention and admiration from women who might hurt themselves trying to get a closer look.


I did a lot of things that they ain't expect (yeah)
I have accomplished many things that others did not expect me to succeed in.


A penny out of me, these hoes will never get (never get)
Women will never be able to take advantage of me for my money or resources.


She said, "More powder please," her nostrils turning red
A woman I was with requested more drugs, which caused her nose to turn red due to excessive use.


I paid off my debts and I'm still getting checks
I am financially stable and still receiving income, even after paying off my debts.


Pay attention, can't ignore every threat they sent (yeah)
I must always be aware and prepared for any threats that come my way.


I fucked most of these hoes the first time that we met (we met)
I have had sexual relations with most of the women I meet for the first time.


Had to move on but I still got some regrets (some regrets)
Even though I've moved on from those women, I still regret my actions with them.


I been ballin', I been hittin' nothin' but net
I have been successful financially and have been making all of the right moves.


All of my people say that I was heaven-sent (yeah)
My supporters believe that I am talented and successful because I was born with natural gifts.


Fucked up the game, they let the brown boy reinvent
I have revolutionized the music industry as a young, successful person of color.


Bought my foreign cash, I ain't worried 'bout a dent
I have enough money to buy what I want without worrying about the cost.


'Til we overdose, XO I represent
I represent the musical and lifestyle brand XO until my death due to excessive drug use.


Got some racks, now I'm the one that they resent
Because of my success and wealth, some people resent me and are jealous of what I have.


I just bought a 'K, I just need some ammo
I recently bought a firearm and simply need to purchase some more ammunition for it.


I just took a taste, brought the bag 'til I'm down low
I recently sampled some drugs and bought enough for me to use for a while.


All these rappers fake, I look up to Ralo
I admire rapper Ralo because he is authentic and true to himself, unlike many other rappers in the industry.


I been stacking cake, but it ain't round, though
Although I have a lot of money, it is not in the form of cash or coins (which would be "round"), but rather is invested in other ways.


I take things that I should probably leave alone
I sometimes engage in activities or substances that could be harmful to me or my health.


I can deal with the hate, but fake shit, I cannot condone
I am able to cope with the negativity and criticism I receive, but I cannot tolerate dishonest or disingenuous behavior from others.


the original was a fail, why would you want a clone?
Copying someone else's work or style is pointless, as the original was already unsuccessful or not good enough.


Only got two opps left, I probably drop a bag on both (bag)
I only have two more opportunities for financial success, which I am willing to put a lot of money towards in order to guarantee their success.


I just got two new coats and I just popped a tag on both (rag)
I recently purchased two expensive and fashionable jackets, and removed the price tag from both in order to show off my wealth.


I just got two new hoes and if I want I'll rack 'em both (rack)
I have recently gained two new sexual partners, and am confident that I can have them both whenever I want.


All my diamonds water, my chain underneath the boat (boat)
All of my diamond jewelry is so valuable and expensive that it could buy an entire boat.


I'ma throw a private ceremony, me and money gon' elope (elope)
I plan to celebrate my wealth with a private, extravagant party that only those with similar money can attend.


I just bought a forty pointer chain, your pendant on a rope (bling)
I recently purchased an expensive diamond chain, which is much more valuable than your more modest necklace.


I been tryna kill some habits, I don't know how to approach (yeah)
I am aware of some unhealthy habits I have, but I am unsure how to properly address or fix them.


Gotta keep faith, I ain't never believe in hope
I believe in the power of faith and hard work, but I do not believe that things will simply work out on their own (hope).


Doin' my ting (yeah)
I'm doing my own thing and living my life on my own terms.


Money tall, Yao Ming (yeah)
I have a lot of money, just like the height of basketball player Yao Ming.


Said I'm done with bling (yeah)
I no longer care about materialistic things like flashy jewelry.


After one more ring (one more ring)
Once I make one more financial success, then I'll finally be done with seeking materialistic goods.


I just built a team (yeah)
I formed a successful group of people who work together with loyalty and trust.


Off loyalty (yeah)
Everyone on my team is loyal to me and to each other.


Before they move (yeah)
Before anyone on my team makes a decision, they always consider me and my input.


They gon' think about me
My team always includes me in their decision-making and values my opinion.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Jordan Lloyd Bacchus, Mohkom Bhangal, Navraj Goraya, Sugar-Ray Antonio Henry

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@acesybeats3343

NAV saves lives. I owe him for life, just hope I can tell him while I'm still alive. Beyond underrated, but it's better that not everyone knows about this talent....feels more intimate that way

@JayDeeDonuts

Word. Had to pick this album on CD. Nav extremely underrated mane.

@HPX584

song criminally slept on

@PurgPurg

fr. I mean i get why bc he does sound a bit like a crooning Siri in this album but it’s still fire asf

Fukd up the game they let the brown boy reinvent

@imVIDOL

Still one of my favorite songs after 3 years? Pretty goat this and Tension. Need more chill Nav with him on his own production

@hugomorales4680

Why is he so good yet so underrated

@Livio206

Underrated? His album is literally #1 on iTunes

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Hugo Morales I thought the same thing about Mac Miller

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Check Canada's Spotify Top 50

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