Wall's first music industry exposure came as a street team member on the Northwest side of Houston, promoting southern artists such as T.I. and labels like Cash Money and The New No Limit. He is also an accomplished and proficient mixtape and party DJ, known for producing mixtapes in the now-well-known screwed & chopped style, which was invented by the late DJ Screw. While he has recently stated on record that South LE. (in Houston's southside) is his base of operations, it is not the neighborhood that Paul Wall is actually from. Paul Wall has claimed several such neighborhoods over his career, starting with De Soto in Acres Homes (his original home neighborhood), then switching to Gulf Bank (also in Acres Homes).
Paul Wall, Chamillionaire and Jon Higgins were originally affiliated with Swishahouse Records, but left for Paid in Full Records a short time later. After several mixtape and independent releases, including the critically acclaimed 'Get Ya Mind Correct', the two parted ways on bad terms. Chamillionaire continued to release independent records, while Paul Wall returned to the Swishahouse fold. This move allowed him to appear on Mike Jones' first commercially distributed single, "Still Tippin'", from his first major label album 'Who Is Mike Jones?'.
His major label debut, 'The People's Champ', has produced a lead single, "Sittin' Sidewayz", which is receiving national radio and television play. In August, 2005, rumors began to circulate that Paul Wall and Chamillionaire had settled any differences that remained between them, and are again on good terms with one another. Paul Wall also appeared with GLC on the song "Drive Slow" on Kanye West's second solo album, 'Late Registration'.
Paul Wall is the owner and proprietor of TV Jewelry in Houston. The store specializes in the production of grills, silver, gold, or platinum caps and diamond inlays (usually princess-cut diamonds). Grills have become a growing trend in rap culture and have even influenced its own song. "Grillz", by Nelly featuring Paul Wall along with other artists, where at one point Paul raps "Call me George Foreman 'cause I'm sellin' everybody grillz.)
Money On My Phone
Paul Wall Lyrics
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Yo
All i see is money on my phone huh
All i see is money on my phone
All i see is money on my phone huh
All i see is money on my phone
Woke up got a thousand dollar move to make
Woke up my deposit coming through today
Wake up and I'm filling out this paperwork
Wake up ain't no chilling I get straight to work
Pull up to my register I'll ring you up
Run out of that work and we're re'ing up
I'm Spotify numbers, they just running up
Try and stop us and those choppers they gone hit you up
Got a black, got a white, got a tan car
Got a black, got a white, got a tan broad
Crazy dipped down hoping out the Navy whip
You see the way we drip, making all the haters sick
86 gold Gucci link on me
I got everything but the kitchen sink on me
Moneygram, PayPal, or the Cash app
Don't be surprised if she ask where the cash at
All i see is money on my phone huh
All i see is money on my phone
All i see is money on my phone huh
All i see is money on my phone
All i see is money on my phone huh
All i see is money on my phone
All i see is money on my phone huh
All i see is money on my phone
Money on my telephone, better answer that
Got pressure like a panic attack
Hating you can cancel that
Laughing at the naysayers look at me imagine that
Cash app dinging none stop, you can dance to that
Back to back stacking paper my guy
Twenty five ape all day all night
I got my mind on my paper chase
Keep the caper save the hate
Mind elevate but hold it down like a paperweight
Get it straight, cut off the location, never take the bait
If I'm doing dirt, I leave my phone at home to play it safe
Mask on stay away
The hustle never takes a break
I'm just trying to take the cake
Get mine and shake and bake
Never fake if my name is associated
People's Champ no debating
Hit a lick then catch ya later
State to state, I'm just here to collect
I got money in my DM's and on the text in my phone
All i see is money on my phone huh
All i see is money on my phone
All i see is money on my phone huh
All i see is money on my phone
All i see is money on my phone huh
All i see is money on my phone
All i see is money on my phone huh
All i see is money on my phone
The lyrics to Paul Wall & Termanology's song, "Money on My Phone" describe the hustle and hard work that goes into making money in the modern world. The artists wake up early, with plans to make thousands of dollars and no time to waste. They fill out paperwork, ring up customers, and re-up their supplies without stopping for a break. But the hard work pays off, as they boast about their Spotify numbers and the constant dinging of their cash app notifications. They have money coming in from all directions, whether it be through Moneygram, PayPal, or the Cash app. Even their love interests are interested in the cash they have – they ask where the cash is at.
The song's themes are rooted in the business of making money and the entrepreneurial spirit. The lyrics highlight the different ways that people can earn a living in today's world, from streaming music and selling goods online to running a retail store. The artists also touch on the importance of staying safe and smart when dealing with money, with lines like "cut off the location, never take the bait" and "mask on, stay away."
Overall, "Money on My Phone" is an anthem for those who hustle hard and never stop working towards their goals, no matter what it takes.
Line by Line Meaning
All i see is money on my phone huh
Money is constantly coming in through my phone and I can't believe my good fortune
All i see is money on my phone
I am receiving a lot of money through my phone and it's all I can focus on
Woke up got a thousand dollar move to make
I have an important financial decision to make that could bring in a lot of money
Woke up my deposit coming through today
I am expecting a large sum of money to be deposited into my account at some point today
Wake up and I'm filling out this paperwork
I am taking care of important documents to ensure that my finances are in order
Wake up ain't no chilling I get straight to work
As soon as I wake up, I start working hard to make more money
Pull up to my register I'll ring you up
I work at a store and handle customers' purchases at the cash register
Run out of that work and we're re'ing up
After finishing work, we are quickly replenishing our stock to continue making money
I'm Spotify numbers, they just running up
My music is getting a lot of streams on Spotify, which is generating a lot of money
Try and stop us and those choppers they gone hit you up
If anyone tries to get in the way of our hustle, we'll use weapons to defend ourselves
Got a black, got a white, got a tan car
I have cars of different colors, including black, white, and tan
Got a black, got a white, got a tan broad
I have women of different skin tones in my life
Crazy dipped down hoping out the Navy whip
I have a navy blue car that I am getting out of in a flashy way
You see the way we drip, making all the haters sick
The way we dress and show off our wealth is making our enemies jealous and angry
86 gold Gucci link on me
I am wearing a gold Gucci chain that is worth a lot of money
I got everything but the kitchen sink on me
I have a lot of valuable items on me, but not literally everything including the kitchen sink
Moneygram, PayPal, or the Cash app
I receive money through different electronic payment services
Don't be surprised if she ask where the cash at
If a woman is interested in me, she may ask where my money is
Money on my telephone, better answer that
I am receiving a lot of money through my phone and it's important that I answer any incoming calls or messages
Got pressure like a panic attack
I feel a lot of pressure to keep making money, similar to the anxiety of a panic attack
Hating you can cancel that
Anyone who dislikes me or tries to bring me down should give up because they won't succeed
Laughing at the naysayers look at me imagine that
Enemies who doubted my financial success are now laughing at themselves for being wrong
Cash app dinging none stop, you can dance to that
I am constantly receiving money through Cash App and it's like a constant beat that you could dance to
Back to back stacking paper my guy
I am making money consistently and stacking it back to back
Twenty five ape all day all night
I am making $25,000 a day and night through my hustle
I got my mind on my paper chase
I am focused on making more money and constantly chasing financial success
Keep the caper save the hate
I am keeping my money-making tactics a secret to protect myself from any negative energy or attention
Mind elevate but hold it down like a paperweight
I am staying positive and elevating my mindset, while also keeping my success grounded and heavy like a paperweight
Get it straight, cut off the location, never take the bait
I am being cautious and avoiding any situation that could put my finances or safety at risk
If I'm doing dirt, I leave my phone at home to play it safe
If I am involved in any illegal activity, I am smart enough to leave my phone at home to prevent any evidence from being traced back to me
Mask on stay away
I am wearing a mask to protect myself and others from any potential danger
The hustle never takes a break
I am constantly working hard to make more money and achieve financial success
I'm just trying to take the cake
I am trying to become very successful and wealthy
Get mine and shake and bake
I am getting my money quickly and efficiently and then leaving just as fast
Never fake if my name is associated
I always maintain my authenticity and reputation, even if it means earning less money
People's Champ no debating
I am seen as a champion by many people and it is not up for debate
Hit a lick then catch ya later
I am quickly making a large amount of money and then leaving the situation before anyone can stop me
State to state, I'm just here to collect
I am traveling between states and making money wherever I can
I got money in my DM's and on the text in my phone
I am receiving money through direct messages and texts on my phone
Lyrics © Spirit Music Group
Written by: Daniel Carrillo, Paul Slayton
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