During the song, Carti flexes his guns, a common topic seen throughout his discography, most notably in his May 2018 “Shoota” with frequent collaborator Lil Uzi Vert, and on the iconic April 2017 A$AP Rocky collab, “New Choppa.”
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Playboi Carti Lyrics
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Pussy all on my face
Money down for my case
I can't lie, life's great
I can't lie, life's great
Yeah, you know this shit been good
Yeah, you know I'm from the hood
But I made it out that hood
Smokin' on dope every day as I should
Countin' up money every day as I should
Fuckin' on hoes every day as I should
I'm a big boss, yeah, I feel like Suge
Don't care 'bout the cost, I'ma make the bitch plug
I can bet, make the bitch ride on that
Her nigga walked in, had a heart attack
I'm a 800, I'm part of that
We got the same opps, get to fallin' back
We shoot at these niggas, no poppin' back
I'm hittin' that trigger, I'm off of that
They copycat see, copycat Vamp
I light the bitch up just like a lamp
I had a red flag before I was stamped
Niggas dyin' by hoes, niggas dyin' by tramp
We can shoot at the bitch, shoot at the camp
Shoot at that bitch, shoot at his camp
Shoot at that bitch, shoot at his camp
Shoot at that bitch, we shoot at his camp
My shooter gon' shoot, he gon' shoot
My shooter gon' shoot at ya
My shooter gon' shoot at
My shooter gon' shoot you, yeah
I gotta go bananas one time
I fucked a bitch in Panama
She gonna be here tomorrow
I'm not playin' no more, yeah
I'm not playin' no more, oh yeah
I'm not playin' no more
I'm not playin', yeah, I'm not playin'
I'm not playin', I'm not playin'
I'm not playin', I'm not playin'
I'm not playin', I'm not playin', yeah
I'm not playin', I'm not playin'
I'm not playin', I'm not playin', yeah
The lyrics of Playboi Carti's song "Not Playing" seem to be about the artist's success, as well as his confidence and willingness to take on his opponents, and the women he's with. He boasts about leaving his old life in the hood, and his newfound wealth and power. Carti's assertive statements are juxtaposed with the refrain, "I'm not playin' no more," which suggests that he may have been underestimated or disrespected in the past, but now he's ready to assert his authority.
The refrain can also be interpreted as Carti renouncing the playfulness and carefree attitude that may have characterized his earlier music, and embracing a more serious and aggressive tone. The line "I fucked a bitch in Panama, she gonna be here tomorrow" may suggest the rapper's sexual prowess and the ease with which he can get women, further reinforcing his newfound power and confidence.
Overall, "Not Playing" is a bold statement from Playboi Carti, asserting his dominance and success, while also signaling a shift in his tone and approach to his music.
Line by Line Meaning
Out of here, outer space
I'm on a different level, far away from where I started
Pussy all on my face
I'm surrounded by women who are attracted to my success
Money down for my case
I'm willing to spend money to protect my status and wealth
I can't lie, life's great
I'm truly enjoying the fruits of my labor
Yeah, you know this shit been good
I've come a long way and I'm grateful for my success
Yeah, you know I'm from the hood
I haven't forgotten my roots or where I came from
But I made it out that hood
I've overcome the struggles and obstacles of my past
But I made it out the wood
I've risen to a level of success that many people from my hometown never achieve
Smokin' on dope every day as I should
I'm able to indulge in my vices because of my wealth and success
Countin' up money every day as I should
I'm making a lot of money and it's a routine part of my life
Fuckin' on hoes every day as I should
I'm enjoying my success by engaging in sexual relationships with multiple women
I'm a big boss, yeah, I feel like Suge
I'm a powerful figure in my industry, like Suge Knight was in the music industry
Don't care 'bout the cost, I'ma make the bitch plug
I'm willing to spend whatever it takes to get what I want and control the situation
I can bet, make the bitch ride on that
I'm confident in my ability to influence others and make them do what I want
Her nigga walked in, had a heart attack
I'm so powerful that I can cause a man to have a heart attack just by being in the same room as his woman
I'm a 800, I'm part of that
I'm a member of a powerful criminal organization, possibly a reference to an area code where the group operates
We got the same opps, get to fallin' back
I have enemies who are also my enemy's enemies, so they should back off
We shoot at these niggas, no poppin' back
I'm willing to engage in violence without worrying about retaliation
I'm hittin' that trigger, I'm off of that
I'm skilled with firearms and willing to use them to protect myself and my interests
They copycat see, copycat Vamp
People are trying to imitate my style and success, but they're not the real thing like me
I light the bitch up just like a lamp
I can make a woman feel special and important, but I'm also willing to discard her when I'm done with her
I had a red flag before I was stamped
I was already involved in criminal activity before I became well-known or established
Niggas dyin' by hoes, niggas dyin' by tramp
Men are losing their lives because of the women they're involved with or the risky lifestyle they lead
We can shoot at the bitch, shoot at the camp
We're willing to attack anyone who tries to interfere with our business or personal affairs
Shoot at that bitch, shoot at his camp
I give orders to my associates to attack our enemies and their supporters
My shooter gon' shoot, he gon' shoot
I have hired someone to handle my dirty work and they're willing to use their weapon when necessary
My shooter gon' shoot at ya
If someone crosses me or threatens me, my hired shooter will retaliate with violence
My shooter gon' shoot at
I trust my hired gun to handle business and make sure I'm protected
My shooter gon' shoot you, yeah
If someone poses a real or perceived threat to me, they will be dealt with accordingly
I gotta go bananas one time
I'm going to show off and act wild, possibly under the influence of drugs or alcohol
I fucked a bitch in Panama
I've had sexual encounters in different parts of the world and it doesn't matter where I am
She gonna be here tomorrow
I have access to women no matter where I go because of my fame and wealth
I'm not playin' no more, yeah
I'm serious about my success and will do whatever it takes to maintain it
I'm not playin' no more, oh yeah
I'm not interested in playing games or being messed with by others
I'm not playin' no more
I'm making a statement that I'm done with the frivolous things and focused on my goals
I'm not playin', yeah, I'm not playin'
I'm not messing around and want people to take me seriously
I'm not playin', I'm not playin'
I'm reiterating that I'm done with games and am committed to my success
I'm not playin', I'm not playin'
I'm making it clear that there's no room for error or distractions in my pursuit of success
I'm not playin', I'm not playin', yeah
Once again, I'm emphasizing that I'm not interested in playing games or messing around
I'm not playin', I'm not playin'
I'm laser-focused on my goals and nothing else matters
I'm not playin', I'm not playin', yeah
I'm making it clear that I'm not joking around and expect others to take me seriously
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jordan Carter, Jung Yean Cho
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@rauleeto
this song is so slept on im mad
@pincheculero7149
FRRRRR
@pincheculero7149
If you like iloveuihateu and sky you should like this
@chris4628
@Oof boi no cap
@slizz00
yea fr
@josephtoof8929
DIE4GUY AS WELL. IT PISSES ME OFF
@hrzn9334
this album is literally a "the more you listen the more you like"
@chiefkeefscousin
Why did you comment this on every song
@ryanmerard8594
I mean obviously if you listen to something over and over again you gonna think it's less worse every kisten
@666GOD.
Right bro