- Pusha, ex-member of italian hip-hop group "Flaminio Maphia"
Road Runner
Pusha Lyrics
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Prod By Harry Fraud
(Intro: Troy Ave)
Ay yo, they said it's 10 points higher up there
We got to go get that
(Hook: Troy Ave)
I'm just prayin' you'll protect me on this road
From them rascal alphabet boys
Draggin' trappers in the highway patrol
It ain't right, but it's white and his right
And I know once I get to that, it's sold
Lord Father, I don't mean to be a bother
I'm just prayin' you'll protect me on this road while I get this dough
(Verse 1: Pusha T)
One man cowboy, speed limit timid
Chevy Malibu, we graduated from them renteds
Lost 100 large on the last time we sent it
It's only four letters, I ain't worried 'bout a sentence
Travelin' the distance, stayin' off the white line
Alphabet boys out prayin' what they might find
I hate the Carolinas, racial profiler
Say you smokin' marijuanas, fuck you talkin 'bout
My piss is clearer than my mama's, with her church wig on
996 before I get my Big on
Thousand grams, thousand hands, thousand furs, thousand bands
Hundred thousand dollar horse all-star, we stylin' in
(Hook: Troy Ave)
Lord Father, I don't mean to be a bother
I'm just prayin' you'll protect me on this road
From them rascal alphabet boys
Draggin' trappers in the highway patrol
It ain't right, but it's white and his right
And I know once I get to that, it's sold
Lord Father, I don't mean to be a bother
I'm just prayin' you'll protect me on this road while I get this dough
(Verse 2: Pusha T)
You niggas ain't takin' road trips for real
Route 13 with the vacuum seal
Pre-paid eagle on my window shield
The ice cream man's on his Jack & Jill
Moving weight state to state, MACK trucks I deal, MACK trucks I fill
I feel better knowin' that the donor is anonymous
See, my diamond is growin'
Tugboat or car tow, we summertime snowin'
Reasonable Doubt flowin' on your niggas
Been gettin' it since '96 in black Ac Vigors
Snub .38 with the matte black trigger
When How Can I Be Down was filled with crack niggas
(Hook: Troy Ave)
Lord Father, I don't mean to be a bother
I'm just prayin' you'll protect me on this road
From them rascal alphabet boys
Draggin' trappers in the highway patrol
It ain't right, but it's white and his right
And I know once I get to that, it's sold
Lord Father, I don't mean to be a bother
I'm just prayin' you'll protect me on this road while I get this dough
The song "Road Runner" by Pusha T featuring Troy Ave is the fourth track on Pusha T's album "Darkest Before Dawn". The song talks about the life of road runners or drug mules transporting drugs over long distances, dealing with government officers or "alphabet boys" and the risk involved. In the intro, Troy Ave sets the tone for the song, stating that there are high rewards at the end of the road despite the risks. The chorus is reflective, with Pusha T praying for God's protection on the road as he gets the dough.
In verse one, Pusha T talks about how they lost a hundred thousand dollars in their last run but still had the courage to hit the road again. He references the racial profiling that goes on in some states and explains how he hates the Carolinas, where they suspect anyone who smokes marijuana. Pusha also talks about his cleanliness by comparing his urine to that of his mother with the church wig on. In the second verse, Pusha T gives details about the drug operation, including how he packs his drugs and how he uses different modes of transportation to evade the cops.
Overall, "Road Runner" is a song that glorifies the high-risk drug trade while highlighting the negative impact of racial profiling on African Americans in certain states.
Line by Line Meaning
(Intro: Troy Ave)
Troy Ave speaks about going to get the money that's been left up high.
(Hook: Troy Ave)
Troy Ave prays to God for protection from the authorities who may try to stop him from making money on the road.
(Verse 1: Pusha T)
Pusha T describes his solo journey across the country, avoiding speed limits in his car, with no worry for the police. He says he hates the profiling police in the Carolinas who may accuse him of using drugs, and boasts about his clean urine. He talks about his money, drug efforts, fur clothing, and expensive car collection.
(Hook: Troy Ave)
Troy Ave repeats his prayer for protection from the police, as he continues on the road to make money.
(Verse 2: Pusha T)
Pusha T talks about his extensive experience with transportation of illegal drugs in different states, in large trucks, and with the aid of fake police badges on his window. He talks about how he started from scratch and now has a successful business, and boasts about his expensive jewelry and cars, highlighting his life of luxury. He also mentions his weapon of choice, a .38 snubnose revolver.
(Hook: Troy Ave)
Troy Ave repeats his prayer to God for protection as he continues to make money on the road.
Contributed by Ava J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Omar Marquez
I play this every time Im about to hit the road for a long haul
Tarik sadat
Definitely deserve way more views..the beat is bananas
Mihai Popescu
La musica de harry fraud, damn i know
Dameer Masaddiq
@Mihai Popescu harry fraud beats are super slept on
asarej
Pusha T one of my all time favorites, such an underrated track this is 🔥
Jack Verduzco
Pusha T you are so cool. You make awesome music that speaks volumes to your character. Cranberry can't keep you down it seems!
Synista Hustler
I play this shit before I hit the trap everytime💯💯💯
SotaBoy211
everytime I go OT
Conspiracy Brother Jones
Troy snapped even on the hook
MAiNE THeGrEaT
I been bumping this shit since 6th grade