He originally started rapping as Sir Cartier, releasing a mixtape titled THC: THE HIGH CHRONICAL$ on November 5, 2011, that has since been deleted from the Internet, because it was absolute balls. He followed up with the mixtape Young Mi$fit on November 12, 2012. He changed his artist name to Playboi Carti in May 2013. As Playboi Carti, he came into prominence in 2015 with his song Broke Boi. Initially a part of the Atlanta-based Awful Records label, he also performed at the fashion events such as Yeezy Season 5, VFiles, and Raf Simons events, with artists such as Lil Uzi Vert and A$AP Rocky. In 2016, he was featured on A$AP Mob's debut studio album, Cozy Tapes: Vol. 1 Friends -, on the tracks London Town and Telephone Calls, which the latter was released as the second single from the album.
Carti's eponymous debut mixtape, Playboi Carti, which features guest appearances from Lil Uzi Vert, A$AP Rocky, and Leven Kali, was released on April 14, 2017. The self-titled release gained attention from various music publications, including XXL, Pitchfork, Spin, HotNewHipHop, and PopMatters. XXL noted the track Magnolia as a standout cut, whereas Pitchfork critic Briana Younger thought that the release "finds a cloudy and economical mood and stays there, but it's Carti's magnetic confidence that turns just enough into plenty." The mixtape sold 28,051 units in its opening week.
In accompaniment with the mixtape's release, Carti embarked on a tour, which featured him as an opening act for Gucci Mane and Dreezy.
At the end of 2017, Carti was featured on A$AP Mob's Cozy Tapes Vol. 2: Too Cozy, A$AP Ferg's Still Striving, and NAV's Perfect Timing. Carti was meanwhile working on his debut album, Die Lit, which would be released on May 11, 2018.
Die Lit was an album that received mixed reviews, but fans of Carti enjoyed the album. Metacritic rated the album 71/100 with a user score of 8.2/10. Die Lit includes notable tracks such as Shoota, Foreign, Choppa Won't Miss, Mileage, and Poke it Out. This album included features from artists such as Lil Uzi Vert, Nicki Minaj, Chief Keef, Young Thug, Travis Scott, Skepta, and Bryson Tiller.
Since the release of Die Lit, Playboi Carti has embarked on his own tour, while featuring on songs such as Uh Uh (feat. Playboi Carti) on Chief Keef's Mansion Musick and Get Dripped on Lil Yachty's Nuthin' 2 Prove.
However, soon after the release of Die Lit and his tour, Carti was seen discussing a new album, titled Whole Lotta Red . Over the course of the next few years, songs from Whole Lotta Red would get leaked, or played by Carti himself at select shows. On November 23, 2020, Carti announced that the album had been submitted to his label, along with posting several blurry photos. He would later announce several collaborations, with artists such as Kanye West and Future. DJ Akademiks would later announce that the album would release on Christmas day, and was executively produced by Kanye West.
Whole Lotta Red's fan reception was polarizing at the start, but the album was met with positive critical reception. Metacritic rated the album 75/100 with a user score of 7.4/10. The album would later increase in popularity among Carti fans and music enjoyers alike over time — highly due to several tracks going viral on TikTok — and began receiving high praise.
Playboi Carti has announced that his next project, Music, is dropping "ASAP."
What We Doin'
Playboi Carti Lyrics
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Got my whole gang posted on my front porch
Uh, Valencia diamonds, girl, you ain't seen those
Whole-whole gang posted on my front porch
Uh, Valencia diamonds, girl, you ain′t seen those
Got my whole gang posted on my front porch
Uh, Valencia diamonds, girl, you ain't seen those
Whole-whole gang posted on my front porch
Uh, what we doin'? What we doin′? Yeah, yeah
What we doin′? What we doin'? Yeah, yeah
What we doin′? What we doin'? Yeah, yeah
What we doin′? What we doin'? Uh, uh
Everywhere I go I make a movie, yeah
I told that ho, "Let′s go upstairs, let's make a movie," yeah, uh
She don't talk to me, she just do me, yeah
I said my crib filled with bitches like a movie
How much you moving? Uh
Ayy, crib filled with packs like a movie, uh
Two phones, two hoes
Back door, go out my back door
This your main ho, that′s my "Where you at?" ho
Va-Va-Valencia diamonds, girl, you ain′t seen those
Got my whole gang posted on my front porch
Eat your Cheerios, ho, I'm on flex mode
Ridin′ in my city in a Porsche, bitch, two-door (Damn, Brandon)
Two-door, two hoes, man, who hoes?
Girl, get in, girl, get in with the top though
Top door, bitch, I let off the top blow
Extendo, bitch, I'm rolling up that good smoke, yeah
Uh, what we doin′? What we doin'? Yeah, yeah
What we doin′? What we doin'? Yeah, yeah
What we doin'? What we doin′? Yeah, yeah
What we doin′? What we doin'? Uh, uh
Everywhere I go I make a movie, yeah
I told that ho, "Let′s go upstairs, let's make a movie," yeah, uh
She don′t talk to me, she just do me, yeah
I said my crib filled with bitches like a movie
How much you moving? Uh (Damn, Brandon)
The lyrics of Playboi Carti's song "What We Doin'" speak of Carti's luxurious lifestyle, his love for diamonds, and his inclination towards making movies. The lyrics emphasize the lavish surroundings in which he lives and the numerous people in his life that he considers part of his gang. Carti assumes his role as a rockstar by referring to his house as a movie set filled with beautiful women. The opening lines of the song repeat the phrase "Valencia diamonds, girl, you ain't seen those" to demonstrate the extent of his wealth and taste for expensive jewels. He also mentions having two phones, which suggests his wealth and access to many things. The line "I'm on flex mode" reinforces his confidence and the lavish lifestyle he has adopted.
The repeated phrase "what we doin'?" acts as a catchphrase, which is commonly used in the hip-hop genre, often indicating a carefree and indulgent attitude. The chorus is also significant as it shows how Carti seems to make a movie wherever he goes, with everything he does. He signals his lustful desires and the power he has as a notable figure in the industry.
Overall, Playboi Carti's "What We Doin'" is a song that portrays his decadent lifestyle and the desire to indulge in the most luxurious and exotic things that life can offer.
Line by Line Meaning
Uh, Valencia diamonds, girl, you ain't seen those
I have rare and valuable diamonds from Valencia that you have never seen before.
Got my whole gang posted on my front porch
My entire gang is chilling and hanging out on my front porch.
Uh, what we doin'? What we doin'? Yeah, yeah
What are we going to do? Let's figure it out! Yeah, yeah
Everywhere I go I make a movie, yeah
Whenever I go out, it feels like I am in a movie.
I told that ho, 'Let′s go upstairs, let's make a movie,' yeah, uh
I asked that woman to come upstairs with me and make a movie.
She don't talk to me, she just do me, yeah
She doesn't say much to me, she just gives me actions.
I said my crib filled with bitches like a movie
My house is filled with lots of women like a movie.
Two phones, two hoes
I have two phones, each with a different woman talking to me.
Back door, go out my back door
I leave through the back door to avoid being seen.
This your main ho, that′s my 'Where you at?' ho
You consider her your main woman, but she is my 'Where you at?' woman.
Va-Va-Valencia diamonds, girl, you ain't seen those
I have rare and valuable diamonds from Valencia that you have never seen before.
Eat your Cheerios, ho, I'm on flex mode
You do your thing while I focus on being my best self.
Ridin′ in my city in a Porsche, bitch, two-door (Damn, Brandon)
I am driving around my city in a Porsche with only two doors. (Brandon exclaims in the background.)
Two-door, two hoes, man, who hoes?
With only two doors on my car, I have to choose which of the two women I bring along.
Girl, get in, girl, get in with the top though
Come on, get in! But make sure you get in with the top down for a better experience.
Top door, bitch, I let off the top blow
Opening the top door and enjoying the breeze while driving.
Extendo, bitch, I'm rolling up that good smoke, yeah
I am rolling up an extended joint with some high-quality marijuana.
How much you moving? Uh (Damn, Brandon)
How much product are you selling? Uh (Brandon exclaims in the background.)
Contributed by Kaelyn O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@wlly881
fake fans wont find us here still.... we're safe boys, we're safe.
@zenmoneyhoney
W!LLY fr💯
@vf4426
Till this day!!
@souljaspirits7311
Lol
@bahatitx
Stfu pls
@wlly881
@@bahatitx do sum abt it then you 12 y/o pussy. you probably still live w your parents ha bummmmmmm
@isaact3794
When you're wearing headphones, the intro sounds like it orbiting around you.✨💫✨
@rarelohtxs5894
It's called panning I didn't know what it was either at first
@modernlifeisadam
stereo sound... 2 speakers are always playing 2 diff things. pink floyd been doing this since the 70s, js. it's craazy easy in production, literally draw a automation line to modulate the panning effect
@TheStupidgeniuses35
Should try listening to songs in 8D