More times Pressa is a rapper from Toronto. Pressa is an associate/member o… Read Full Bio ↴More times Pressa is a rapper from Toronto. Pressa is an associate/member of Wass Gang, a gang from Jane and Finch where Pressa grew up. He has been rapping in the Toronto underground scene for years but really picked up traction with his song Novacane which was produced by Murda Beats and also got co-signs from Drake, The Weeknd and Coi Leray. The latter of the three collaborated with Pressa on the song Attachments which is Pressa’s biggest song to date. Pressa has also worked with the likes of Lil Uzi Vert and Drake.

Dragon
Pressa Lyrics

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So what?
These niggas want to kill me and what?
I dip for bro why these niggas say I′m snakey if
These niggas selfish ask 'em what they doing for me and
If it′s for Brodie don't put anything before me and

They slid on me and got hit by my dragon init
That's my dawg and that′s my snakey and that′s my dragon init

That 30 clip in the Glock it start dragging init
He lost his temper like a dragon started firing

Aye, what you do for the gang
Heard your packs selling sissy lane
Heard shots you got in your mag and
Aye, aye, aye, aye
Fuck your big homie and fuck a opp
Told my youngin' go circle the block

I cannot pebbles and rocks
I only think ′bout ho's
And I only spend on clothes
And I only smell the broker
This money, plenty of rack
She really gang ′cause plenty of rack

She in the field 'cause plenty of traps and
Money your hand
Where I′m from you get your money flat
And I don't got a problem with cash
Last problem got solved like magic
Turn myself from boy to a man

Turn myself from boy to a man
Shoot my gun like clank, clank, clank
Aye, we not shooting like dominoes
We not shooting we got to go
These opp niggas they got to go
Never broke the Wassa code
That's my dragon, ho
That′s my dragon and he flammable

They slid on me and got hit by my dragon init
That′s my dawg and that's my snakey and that′s my dragon init
That 30 clip in the Glock it start dragging init
He lost his temper like a dragon started firing

They slid on me and got hit by my dragon init
That's my dawg and that′s my snakey and that's my dragon init
That 30 clip in the Glock it start dragging init
He lost his temper like a dragon started firing

Aye, uh, got to stay ahead of the game
My druggy ain′t ready for flame
My O, my eight
My coke, still peng
My forces, cocaine
Plug threw it up on face
I used to trap at Dave's and
I'll do it again

Glock at the back of the Benz and
Fell in love with the ice
′Cause a nigga really came from an age and
You know how it go, get money if you not on parole and
I ain′t need shit, I swear all I need was dope and
Merecedes coupe, I fell off the roof

Block boy, play your block teach a lil' nigga how to shoot and
Back to the hood ′cause that's the only place we knew and
I′d hate me too, made noise like run the tune and
My diamonds flossed, I got the wauce
Look at my watch, look like a clock
We get it off, Pressa escobar, aye

They say we are them play against the odds and
Fuck a opp, my opps they scared, they soft and
Fuck your brick, fuck a plug I need a socket
Fuck a snake, fuck a bird, fuck your closet
My drink got blood on his clothes he should play for Rockets

They slid on me and got hit by my dragon init
That's my dawg and that′s my snakey and that's my dragon init
That 30 clip in the Glock it start dragging init
He lost his temper like a dragon started firing

They slid on me and got hit by my dragon init
That's my dawg and that′s my snakey and that′s my dragon init

That 30 clip in the Glock it start dragging init
He lost his temper like a dragon started firing

Overall Meaning

In Pressa's song "Dragon", the rapper is discussing his loyalty to his "Brodie", or friend, even when faced with threats from rivals. He reflects on those who call him "snakey" for his actions, but he doesn't see his loyalty as being selfish. The chorus refers to his "dragon," which is likely a metaphor for his gun or violence. He describes how his dragon was used against those who tried to harm him and his gang.

Throughout the verses, Pressa also touches on his experiences with drug dealing and street violence. He mentions his own gun, a Glock with a 30 clip magazine, and boasts about his wealth and fashion, but also acknowledges that the streets are dangerous and requires someone like his "dragon" for protection. The song ends with Pressa declaring his dominance over his enemies, making it clear that his loyalty to his friends and his willingness to use violence will always triumph over others.

Overall, "Dragon" speaks to the harsh realities of violence among gangs and the need for loyalty to one's "gang." It also touches on the ups and downs of street life, from drug dealing to fashion, and the desire for power and dominance over rivals.

Line by Line Meaning

So what?
I'm indifferent to what you're saying

These niggas want to kill me and what?
These people have animosity towards me and I don't care

I dip for bro why these niggas say I'm snakey if
I act in the interest of my friend, but others perceive me as untrustworthy

These niggas selfish ask 'em what they doing for me and
These people only care about themselves and don't contribute to my well-being

If it's for Brodie don't put anything before me and
My friend Brodie is a top priority, nothing should come before him

They slid on me and got hit by my dragon init
They tried to attack me, but I retaliated fiercely

That's my dawg and that's my snakey and that's my dragon init
My associates are my loyal friends and we are capable of defending ourselves

That 30 clip in the Glock it start dragging init
The extended magazine in my gun slows it down, but it's still deadly

He lost his temper like a dragon started firing
He became angry and began shooting like a fierce dragon

Aye, what you do for the gang
What contributions have you made to our group?

Heard your packs selling sissy lane
I've heard that your drug packages are of low quality

Heard shots you got in your mag and
I heard you have ammunition in your magazine

Fuck your big homie and fuck a opp
I don't respect your leader or enemies

Told my youngin' go circle the block
I instructed my associate to survey the area

I cannot pebbles and rocks
I only think of valuable things

I only think 'bout ho's
I'm focused on women

And I only spend on clothes
I invest my money in fashionable attire

And I only smell the broker
I only associate with wealthy individuals

This money, plenty of rack
I have an abundance of money

She really gang 'cause plenty of rack
She is loyal to me because of my wealth

She in the field 'cause plenty of traps and
She is involved in criminal activity because of the opportunities it provides

Money your hand
You have money in your possession

Where I'm from you get your money flat
In my hometown, you earn money quickly and easily

And I don't got a problem with cash
I have no issues with having a lot of money

Last problem got solved like magic
My previous issue was resolved quickly and easily

Turn myself from boy to a man
I matured and became more responsible

Shoot my gun like clank, clank, clank
I fire my weapon repeatedly

Aye, we not shooting like dominoes
We are not being reckless with our gunfire

We not shooting we got to go
We have to leave this location quickly

These opp niggas they got to go
Our enemies need to be eliminated

Never broke the Wassa code
I have always respected my gang's code of conduct

That's my dragon, ho
My weapon is my powerful protector

That's my dragon and he flammable
My weapon is dangerous and capable of causing great harm

Got to stay ahead of the game
I need to stay ahead of my competitors

My druggy ain't ready for flame
My drug dealer is not prepared for conflict

My O, my eight
My handgun is my loyal companion

My coke, still peng
My cocaine is of high quality

My forces, cocaine
My designer shoes are as addictive and sought-after as cocaine

Plug threw it up on face
My supplier showed off their wealth

I used to trap at Dave's and
I used to sell drugs at Dave's place

I'll do it again
I'm willing to sell drugs again

Glock at the back of the Benz and
I keep my handgun in my luxury car

Fell in love with the ice
I became enamored with jewelry

'Cause a nigga really came from an age and
I came from a difficult background

You know how it go, get money if you not on parole and
It's easy to make money if you're not restricted by legal issues

I ain't need shit, I swear all I need was dope and
I didn't need anything else besides drugs

Merecedes coupe, I fell off the roof
I crashed my Mercedes car

Block boy, play your block teach a lil' nigga how to shoot and
Teach a young person how to use a gun in their neighborhood

Back to the hood 'cause that's the only place we knew and
Return to the neighborhood because it's familiar

I'd hate me too, made noise like run the tune and
Others may envy me for making a name for myself with my music

My diamonds flossed, I got the wauce
My diamonds sparkle and I have plenty of money

Look at my watch, look like a clock
My watch is large and impressive

We get it off, Pressa escobar, aye
We obtain what we want, Pressa the drug lord

They say we are them play against the odds and
Others see us as the underdogs

Fuck a opp, my opps they scared, they soft and
My enemies are afraid and weak

Fuck your brick, fuck a plug I need a socket
I don't care about your drugs or supplier, I need a power source

Fuck a snake, fuck a bird, fuck your closet
I don't trust snakes or informants, and I don't care about your fashion

My drink got blood on his clothes he should play for Rockets
My drink is so red that it looks like blood, and the Rockets are a basketball team with red uniforms

Writer(s): Quinton Gardner

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