Old Money
Playboi Carti & Nicki Minaj Lyrics


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Yo Pi'erre, you wanna come out here?

Old money, new hoe (beep)
Old money, new hoe (what?)
Old money, new hoe (what? What?)
Old money, new hoe
Old swag, new flow
Old swag, new flow (flow, flow)
new flow (flow), old flow (old flow)
Old money, new hoe (beep)
Old money, new flow (flow what)

Bad bitch, love the pole (what)
Sip the four, Actavis (woah)
Sip it slow, kickin' shit (lean, woah)
Oh Pi'erre, come in here
Got some hoes, they upstairs
I need two hoes, need two pairs (what? What?)
My chain too cold, chandelier
Pretty boy, huh, manicure
You need a code just to come in here (oh)
Only 21, feel like a bachelor (Playboi)
Pretty bitch, baddest thing in here (uh)

Old money, new hoe (what?)
Old money, new hoe (what?)
Old money, new hoe (what? What?)
Old money, new hoe

Ooh ooh, damn I feel myself
Left my bitch at home (Playboi), told her fuck herself
Did it on my own (huh), made it by myself (Playboi)
And I keep a tec, boy I keep the stare
Leave a nigga wet, boy I got the well
Grab it off the shelf (huh, Playboi, Playboi)
She said she need a pair, spend it on myself (cash)
Got like three phones (phones), Apple not a pear
Got like three hoes (brrr), I do not compare
In the trap we selling crack, come here (huh)
Momma shed a tear (ooh)
In the trap we cookin' up a meal (ooh)
Cookies in the shelf
My diamonds target self, diamonds Michael Phelps

Old money, new hoe (what?)
Old money, new hoe (what?)




Old money, new hoe (what?)
Old money, new hoe

Overall Meaning

In Playboi Carti's song "Old Money," he talks about his wealth and new relationships. The lyrics, "Old money, new hoe," refers to how he has had money for a long time, but constantly changes and upgrades his girlfriends. In the chorus, he repeats these lines multiple times, emphasizing his wealth and his willingness to move on to newer and better things, whether it be money or women.


The song also touches on his drug use as he mentions sipping Actavis and lean while also having guns to protect himself. When he says, "I need two hoes, need two pairs," he's expressing his desire for multiple women at once, which is not uncommon in the rap community. He even hints at his love for luxury when he mentions his cold chain and chandelier.


Overall, the song portrays Playboi Carti's lifestyle as a wealthy rap artist who enjoys the finer things in life, including multiple partners and drugs. The lyrics are straightforward and emphasize his wealth, power, and status, which are typical themes in rap music.


Line by Line Meaning

Old money, new hoe (beep)
Despite having significant wealth that has been passed down through generations, I am constantly cycling through new romantic partners.


Old money, new hoe (what?)
I have a long history of financial prosperity, but I am always on the lookout for a fresh, new lover.


Old money, new hoe (what? What?)
Although I have inherited significant wealth, I am always searching for someone new to share it with.


Old money, new hoe
I have access to generational wealth and resources and often attract companions who share my affluent lifestyle.


Old swag, new flow
I have previously been known for my specific style and personality, but I am evolving and adapting with a fresh approach to my artistry.


Old swag, new flow (flow, flow)
As I continue to mature and grow as an artist, my style and presence will continue to evolve and improve, ushering in a new phase of my career.


new flow (flow), old flow (old flow)
My new musical direction has taken on a fresh perspective, but I still maintain elements of the musical style and sound that have made me popular in the past.


Old money, new hoe (beep)
Despite my longstanding financial security, I habitually seek out new romantic partners to add excitement to my life.


Old money, new flow (flow what)
My financial foundation is based on past success, but my career is continuing to progress and I am experiencing growth and evolution in my music.


Bad bitch, love the pole (what)
I am sexually attracted to a talented dancer who is skilled at working a stripper pole.


Sip the four, Actavis (woah)
I am consuming cough syrup that contains codeine and promethazine for its euphoric effects.


Sip it slow, kickin' shit (lean, woah)
I am slowly sipping on a potent cocktail of codeine and promethazine, while feeling a sense of exhilaration and delight.


Oh Pi'erre, come in here
I call upon my frequent collaborator Pi'erre Bourne to join me in my current location.


Got some hoes, they upstairs
I have multiple attractive women in my vicinity, located on a higher floor of the building.


I need two hoes, need two pairs (what? What?)
I require the companionship of two beautiful women to satisfy my desires, ideally in matching outfits.


My chain too cold, chandelier
My necklace is flashy and opulent, resembling a chandelier and attracting attention from those around me.


Pretty boy, huh, manicure
I am an attractive man who takes pride in my appearance, including my well-groomed hands and nails.


You need a code just to come in here (oh)
Access to this location requires a specific code or invitation, making it exclusive and private.


Only 21, feel like a bachelor (Playboi)
Despite my young age, I am living a lifestyle of luxurious excess and feel like a carefree, unattached bachelor.


Pretty bitch, baddest thing in here (uh)
I am currently in the presence of a stunningly beautiful woman who stands out among the crowd as the most attractive.


Ooh ooh, damn I feel myself
I am feeling confident and self-assured, experiencing a heightened sense of self-esteem at this moment.


Left my bitch at home (Playboi), told her fuck herself
I have chosen not to bring my romantic partner with me to this location and have verbally dismissed her with hostility.


Did it on my own (huh), made it by myself (Playboi)
I have achieved my current level of success without the assistance of others, relying solely on my own efforts and talents.


And I keep a tec, boy I keep the stare
I carry a firearm for protection and remain vigilant and alert at all times, ready to defend myself if necessary.


Leave a nigga wet, boy I got the well
If I engage in conflict, I will emerge victorious and leave my opponent defeated and covered in blood, symbolically resembling a well springing up.


Grab it off the shelf (huh, Playboi, Playboi)
I am easily able to obtain what I desire, as if simply reaching for an item on a shelf with no resistance.


She said she need a pair, spend it on myself (cash)
A woman requested that I purchase something for her, but I instead chose to spend the money on myself, demonstrating my prioritization of my own needs and wants.


Got like three phones (phones), Apple not a pear
I have multiple cell phones, but they are all Apple products rather than other brands such as Samsung or Blackberry.


Got like three hoes (brrr), I do not compare
I have several romantic partners, but I do not compare them to each other as if they are interchangeable or disposable objects.


In the trap we selling crack, come here (huh)
I am involved in the illegal drug trade and am encouraging others to come to my location to purchase crack cocaine.


Momma shed a tear (ooh)
My mother is emotional and upset about my involvement in the drug trade, likely due to the potential danger and legal repercussions of this lifestyle.


In the trap we cookin' up a meal (ooh)
We are preparing a significant amount of drugs for distribution, likely signaling a successful and profitable operation.


Cookies in the shelf
There are drugs ready for purchase and consumption, likely symbolized by the term 'cookies'.


My diamonds target self, diamonds Michael Phelps
My diamond jewelry is so dazzling and impressive that it draws attention to itself, much like the way Michael Phelps' Olympic medals attract attention to him.


Old money, new hoe (what?)
I am still engrossed in a long-standing pattern of seeking out fresh romantic partners, despite my financial security and stability.


Old money, new hoe (what?)
I am still actively searching for new romantic partners despite my longstanding financial stability and comfort.


Old money, new hoe (what? What?)
I am constantly cycling through new romantic partners despite having inherited a significant amount of wealth and resources.


Old money, new hoe
I have long-standing financial stability and resources at my disposal, but I am always seeking out new romantic partners to add excitement to my life.




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Written by: Jordan Carter, Jordan Timothy Jenks

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