IV
Pierre-André Valade Lyrics

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Yo, you know what I'm sayin'?
A lil 'somethin' is what I'm sayin
Don't feel no way
(Yo, Pi'erre, you wanna come out here?)
Ayy, ayy, ayy

If you're getting mad, you're supposed to (ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy)
I'ma get this bag, then I don't know you (damn, damn, damn, damn)

If I ain't have this bag (you wanna come out here?)
Would you want to? (Psh, woo, psh)
Huh, lookin 'in the mirror (yo, Pi'erre, you wanna come out here?)
But I can't tell what you go through (yeah, damn, damn, damn)
Girl, I got that whistle on me, let me coach you (damn, damn, damn, damn)
Baby, there's a flag on the play, let me hold you (yeah, shh, yeah, yeah)
Let me demonstrate, baby girl, let me show you (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Like my PlayStation (yo, Pi'erre, you wanna come out here?)
Girl, you know I'm for you (man, yeah)
Like my PlayStation, girl, let me console you (yeah, yeah, yeah)

I know it's hard to talk sometimes when you want to (damn, damn, huh?)
And you know hoes around me, girl, I told you (damn, damn, damn, damn)
She like, "Why you lie to me? Why I gotta show you?" (Yo, Pi'erre, you wanna come out here?
(Yeah, yeah, yeah)

Keep accusin 'me of shit and I gotta get a lawyer (damn, damn, damn)
Bratty little bitch, yeah, you're so fuckin 'spoiled (yeah, yeah, yeah)
I got diamonds on my neck
Used to play with aluminum foil (damn, damn, damn, damn)
She just wanna show a little sumn', semi-formal (yo, Pi'erre, you wanna come out here?)
(Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
I just blew up on you kids, I'm not normal (damn, damn, damn)
Said she wan 'shoot another flick, it's a porno (yeah, ayy, ayy, ayy)
You know I got all the fuckin 'cheese, like DiGiorno (damn, damn, damn, damn)
I be hittin' all these fuckin 'speeds, got that turbo (yo, Pi'erre, you wanna come out here?)
(Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Said she wanna pull up on me, keep my alert on (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Said she been real, only she need somethin 'to twerk on (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Said she been bored with everything, need somethin' to work on (damn, damn, damn, yeah)
My bitch, she got a degree, I love her dome (yo, Pi'erre, you wanna come out here?)

Said she wan 'pull up, it's Eastside (in the backseat)
Said she wan' pull up, to slow ride (safe drive)
Baby, come pull up, come outside (drive, drive, for real, drive)
Said she wan 'pull up, it's Eastside (in the backseat)
Said she wan' pull up, to slow ride (safe drive)
Baby, come pull up, come outside (yo, Pi'erre, you wanna come out here?)
(Drive, drive, for real, drive)
Said she wan 'pull up, it's Eastside (in the backseat)
Said she wan' pull up, to slow ride (safe drive)
Baby, come pull up, come outside (drive, drive, for real, drive)
Said she wan 'pull up, it's Eastside (in the backseat)
Said she wan' pull up, to slow ride (safe drive)

Baby, come pull up, come outside (yo, Pi'erre, you wanna come out here?)
(Drive, drive, for real)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Pierre-André Valade's song "IV" depict a conversation between individuals, with a focus on a romantic relationship. The singer acknowledges that if someone gets angry, they are expected to do so, indicating that conflicts may arise in the relationship. They also express their ambition to secure financial success (getting a bag) and question whether the other person would still be interested in them if they didn't have their material possessions. The line "lookin' in the mirror, but I can't tell what you go through" suggests a lack of understanding or empathy for the partner's struggles.

The singer then uses sports metaphors to convey their desire to guide and support their partner. They reference having a whistle on them, implying the intention to coach or direct the other person. The mention of a flag on the play implies a need to intervene or resolve a problem, while the line "let me demonstrate, baby girl, let me show you" suggests the singer's intention to prove their worth. Comparing their dedication to the partner with a PlayStation console indicates their commitment and willingness to provide emotional support.

The second verse continues with themes of trust and dishonesty. The singer acknowledges that it can be difficult to communicate honestly in a relationship, highlighting the presence of other people (hoes) around them. The line "Why you lie to me? Why I gotta show you?" expresses frustration with the partner's deceitfulness and the singer's obligation to make it evident. The singer then adopts a defensive stance, mentioning the need for a lawyer due to accusations. They also describe their partner as spoiled, possibly referring to a sense of entitlement or high maintenance.

The final verse incorporates elements of luxury and excess, indicating the singer's newfound success. The mention of diamonds on their neck and playing with aluminum foil as a child juxtapose their current wealth and former modest circumstances. The line "she just wanna show a little sumn', semi-formal" suggests a desire for attention or validation from their partner. The singer highlights their abnormality or uniqueness as a result of their recent rise to fame. Mentioning shooting a flick and having all the cheese like DiGiorno further emphasizes their extravagant lifestyle. The verse concludes with a reference to the partner's desires and needs, such as wanting to twerk, work on something, or showcase intelligence.

Overall, "IV" portrays the complexities and dynamics of a relationship, encompassing themes of ambition, materialism, trust, communication struggles, and personal growth.

Line by Line Meaning

Yo, you know what I'm sayin'?
Hey, do you understand what I'm trying to communicate?

A lil 'somethin' is what I'm sayin
I'm referring to a small and unspecified thing.

Don't feel no way
Please do not take offense.

(Yo, Pi'erre, you wanna come out here?)
(Hey, Pi'erre, do you want to join me over here?)

Ayy, ayy, ayy
Expressing excitement or agreement.

If you're getting mad, you're supposed to (ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy)
If you are becoming angry, it is expected in the given situation.

I'ma get this bag, then I don't know you (damn, damn, damn, damn)
Once I achieve success and acquire wealth, I will distance myself from you.

If I ain't have this bag (you wanna come out here?)
If I did not possess this bag of money (Hey, do you still want to be associated with me over here?)

Would you want to? (Psh, woo, psh)
Would you still desire to be part of my life? (Expressing doubt or dismissal)

Huh, lookin 'in the mirror (yo, Pi'erre, you wanna come out here?)
Contemplating one's reflection (Hey, Pi'erre, do you want to join me over here?)

But I can't tell what you go through (yeah, damn, damn, damn)
However, it is difficult for me to comprehend and empathize with your struggles.

Girl, I got that whistle on me, let me coach you (damn, damn, damn, damn)
Darling, I have the authority and guidance to lead and teach you.

Baby, there's a flag on the play, let me hold you (yeah, shh, yeah, yeah)
Darling, a problem has arisen, allow me to comfort and support you.

Let me demonstrate, baby girl, let me show you (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Allow me to display my skills and abilities, my dear.

Like my PlayStation (yo, Pi'erre, you wanna come out here?)
Comparable to my video game console (Hey, Pi'erre, do you want to join me over here?)

Girl, you know I'm for you (man, yeah)
Darling, you understand that I am on your side.

Like my PlayStation, girl, let me console you (yeah, yeah, yeah)
Similar to my video game console, my dear, allow me to provide you comfort and solace.

I know it's hard to talk sometimes when you want to (damn, damn, huh?)
I understand that expressing oneself can be difficult in certain situations.

And you know hoes around me, girl, I told you (damn, damn, damn, damn)
And you are aware of promiscuous females being present around me, I have informed you.

She like, 'Why you lie to me? Why I gotta show you?' (Yo, Pi'erre, you wanna come out here?)
She is questioning why I have been dishonest and made her prove herself (Hey, Pi'erre, do you want to join me over here?)

(Yeah, yeah, yeah)
(Expressing agreement or affirmation)

Keep accusin 'me of shit and I gotta get a lawyer (damn, damn, damn)
Continuing to falsely blame me will force me to seek legal representation.

Bratty little bitch, yeah, you're so fuckin 'spoiled (yeah, yeah, yeah)
You are an arrogant and entitled individual.

I got diamonds on my neck
I possess expensive diamond jewelry around my neck.

Used to play with aluminum foil (damn, damn, damn, damn)
As a child, I would play around with everyday objects like aluminum foil.

She just wanna show a little sumn', semi-formal (yo, Pi'erre, you wanna come out here?)
She simply wants to exhibit a small part of herself, not something completely casual nor formal (Hey, Pi'erre, do you want to join me over here?)

(Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
(Expressing agreement or affirmation)

I just blew up on you kids, I'm not normal (damn, damn, damn)
I have recently gained immense popularity among young people, I am not ordinary.

Said she wan 'shoot another flick, it's a porno (yeah, ayy, ayy, ayy)
She expressed her desire to create another explicit film, similar to a pornography film.

You know I got all the fuckin 'cheese, like DiGiorno (damn, damn, damn, damn)
You are aware that I possess a significant amount of money, similar to the abundance of cheese on a DiGiorno pizza.

I be hittin' all these fuckin 'speeds, got that turbo (yo, Pi'erre, you wanna come out here?)
I am constantly achieving great success and making quick progress, as if I have a turbocharger (Hey, Pi'erre, do you want to join me over here?)

(Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
(Expressing agreement or affirmation)

Said she wanna pull up on me, keep my alert on (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
She expressed her intention to approach me, and it alerted my attention.

Said she been real, only she need somethin 'to twerk on (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
She claimed to be genuine, but she is only seeking an opportunity to dance provocatively.

Said she been bored with everything, need somethin' to work on (damn, damn, damn, yeah)
She stated that she has grown tired of everything and requires something to occupy her time and effort.

My bitch, she got a degree, I love her dome (yo, Pi'erre, you wanna come out here?)
My partner, she has an academic qualification, and I admire her intelligence (Hey, Pi'erre, do you want to join me over here?)

Said she wan' pull up, it's Eastside (in the backseat)
She expressed her desire to arrive at a location associated with the East side, potentially sitting in the backseat.

Said she wan' pull up, to slow ride (safe drive)
She expressed her intention to drive up gently and enjoy a leisurely ride.

Baby, come pull up, come outside (drive, drive, for real, drive)
Darling, drive your vehicle and come outside (drive, drive, actually drive).