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Playboi Carti Lyrics


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Out of here, outer space
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
But I made it out the wood
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

Overall Meaning

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

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@rauleeto

this song is so slept on im mad

@pincheculero7149

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@pincheculero7149

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@chris4628

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@josephtoof8929

DIE4GUY AS WELL. IT PISSES ME OFF

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@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

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