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Pardison Fontaine Lyrics

I said ain't no more upcoming shit I had to jump in line
I expressed that there is no more opportunity for me to wait for success, so I had to take action and make my way to the front.

Niggas could've been held me up they did otherwise
People could have hindered my progress, but they actually supported and encouraged me.

Don't know what its like where I'm from let me summarize
If you're unaware of the conditions and experiences in the place I come from, allow me to provide a brief overview.

Niggas got shot bitches got fucked it was summertime
During the summer season, there were incidents of people getting shot and women getting involved in promiscuous activities.

St. Luke's shit
Referring to a location or experience related to St. Luke's, suggesting a specific situation or environment.

Upton but I still press a nigga like I'm down nine
Even though I come from the Upton neighborhood, I still apply pressure and assert myself forcefully, as if I have the strength of a basketball player with jersey number nine.

Everybody round me gotta work can't no clowns ride
Everyone in my circle is expected to put in effort and contribute; there's no room for people who don't take things seriously.

When you out here tryna come up ain't no down time
When you're striving for success and trying to improve your situation, there's no time to rest or relax.

Ima young king girl address me as such
I consider myself a young ruler, so please refer to me with the respect and honor appropriate for royalty.

Call me ya highness or ya majesty and sexy as fuck
You should address me using titles of royalty, acknowledging both my attractiveness and authority.

She said you gotta lil change now you changing up
A girl accused me of altering my behavior after acquiring some wealth or success.

I said nah girl I was the same and had nearly as much
I clarified that my character and values haven't changed much, even though I now possess some material possessions.

I'm tryna make it out the hood nigga who can't prevail?
I aspire to escape my impoverished neighborhood; who can't overcome their circumstances?

I do features for the low I got food stamps for sale
I offer guest appearances on songs for a low price, metaphorically comparing it to selling food stamps, which represent financial assistance for basic necessities.

And my girl won't leave me alone bout these lou and chanelle
My girlfriend constantly bothers me about luxury brands like Louis Vuitton and Chanel, wanting me to buy them for her.

And every time I drop its the new jam for real
Each time I release a new song, it quickly becomes a popular hit in the music scene.

If you my dawg then you part of the fam you understand
If you're a close friend of mine, then you're considered part of my family, and I believe you comprehend this.

Don't hit my phone if you ain't call me back then you understand
If you don't respond to my calls, don't bother reaching out to me again; I expect mutual respect in communication.

Fuck talking lets do it like man you understand
Instead of engaging in empty conversations, let's handle matters directly and assertively, hoping you comprehend this approach.

I hit it once and I can do it again you understand
After having sexual intercourse with a partner once, I can repeat the act, and I hope you understand this.

Seen my homegirl from college we don't speak like we used to
Encountering a female friend from my college days, we no longer maintain the same level of communication as before.

She was like 4'11" that was my little boo boo
Referring to my former romantic interest who was short in stature, almost like a little girlfriend to me.

You can hit it doggy style look like a pit on a poodle
When engaging in sexual activity, you can assume a position where you penetrate from behind, resembling a pitbull mounting a poodle dog.

We'd fuck fall asleep wake up eat ramen noodles
After having sexual intercourse, we would both fall asleep, and when we woke up, we would have a simple meal of ramen noodles.

All of my niggas is cuckoo I mean they all gotta screw loose
All of my friends are eccentric or mentally unstable to some extent; they possess unusual qualities or characteristics.

And they all draw weapons I mean they all like to doodle
They all carry guns and have a tendency to use them, metaphorically comparing their actions to casually drawing or sketching.

Couple rappers hating on me but all of em doo doo
Some fellow rappers display dislike or resentment towards me, but in reality, all of them are just mediocre and lack talent.

And I'm the realest nigga ever nigga I'm Shaka Zulu
I proclaim myself as the most authentic and genuine individual, comparing my realness to the legendary African warrior Shaka Zulu.

Goddamn babygirl I ain't talked to you in so long
Oh my, it has been a significant amount of time since we last conversed, babygirl.

Almost ain't recognize ya ass with ya clothes on
I almost failed to recognize you when you were wearing clothes, as I was accustomed to seeing you in a different state of undress.

She said now you Hollywood you don't answer no phones
She criticized me for becoming too absorbed in the glamorous aspects of the entertainment industry and being unresponsive to phone calls.

She said now you big time I said get ya roll on
She perceived me as being of high status and fame, but I dismissively told her to continue moving forward with her own endeavors.

That's one thing about me you know I hold shit down
One aspect of my personality is that I am reliable and capable of handling responsibilities effectively and keeping things stable.

Seeing me fucked up's like seeing a goldfish drown
Observing me in a state of distress or failure is similar to witnessing something as unlikely and tragic as a goldfish drowning.

Get ya crew wet up get ya ho dicked down
If your group of friends engages in conflict with us, they will face the consequences, and I will have sexual relations with your female partner.

Bitches throw pussy at me like I know Chris Brown
Women actively pursue and offer sexual favors to me, similar to the attention singer Chris Brown receives due to his fame and reputation.

Stop telling bitches that you know me please
I request that you stop falsely claiming to be acquainted with me when interacting with women.

Stop telling niggas that we homies please
I implore you to refrain from spreading misinformation that suggests we are close friends when communicating with others.

Cos I was in the hoopty by my lonely please
Because I used to drive a cheap, run-down car all by myself, please don't associate me with individuals or groups that I don't align with.

If you ain't cool with 40 you don't know me
If you aren't on good terms with my close associate named 40, you can't truly claim to have knowledge of my character or personal life.

I'm the hot boy the hot boy on fire
I am the attractive and popular individual who is currently dominating and making waves in the music industry.

I done turned nothing into something like McGyver
I have successfully transformed a situation or opportunity that initially had little value into something significant, just like the fictional character MacGyver does in his problem-solving adventures.

A lot of niggas tried us and felt like dyers
Numerous individuals have attempted to challenge or provoke us but ended up regretting their actions, feeling like they were in danger.

The party's gonna be poppin if papa's on the flyer
If I, referred to as 'papa,' am featured on the promotional flyer for a party or event, it guarantees that the occasion will be lively, exciting, and well-attended.

Shorty with the bubble getting me in trouble
A woman with an attractive figure, particularly a curvaceous buttocks, is causing me to engage in situations or behaviors that could lead to negative consequences.

She walked up to me said papa boy I love you
Approaching me, she expressed affection and declared her love, referring to me as 'papa boy.'

She said are you single? I said nah bitch I'm double
When she inquired about my relationship status, I responded dismissively, stating that I am not single but rather involved with multiple partners.

She said you a clown I said I just like to juggle
She criticized me for acting foolish or entertaining, but I explained that I simply enjoy multitasking or managing multiple things at once, as if juggling various objects.

I'm just tryna rap now I ain't tryna sell
My current focus is solely on pursuing a career in rapping; I am no longer interested in engaging in illegal or illicit activities to make money.

I keep it a buck like a hundred dollar bill
I always keep it real and honest, similar to how a hundred-dollar bill represents its full value.

I was drinking Hennesey now I'm drunk behind the wheel
In the past, I used to consume Hennessy liquor, but now I find myself intoxicated and in control of a vehicle, which is dangerous and irresponsible.

Will a nigga ever change? I guess only time will tell
Whether or not a person like me will undergo a significant transformation remains uncertain; only the passage of time will provide the answer.