Who I Am
Pusha Lyrics


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Woo! They said be all you can be
Woo! They said be all you can be
I just wanna buy another Rollie
I just wanna pop another band
I just wanna sell dope forever
I just wanna be who I am

They said be all you can be
They said be all you can be
Always knew I could rule the world
Let's define what my world is
Knee deep in this dope money
Damn near where my world ends
Same block, same rock
I was thinking 'bout murdering
I ain't getting my hands dirty
Let you worry 'bout serving 'em

Yeah, they said be all you can be
Woo! they said be all you can be
I just wanna buy another Rollie
I just wanna pop another band
I just wanna sell dope forever
I just wanna be who I am

Woo! They said be all you can be
Woo! They said the true set you free

Entrepreneur, strip club connoisseur
Hot fudge sundae, pour it on you hallelujah
Pour it on you hallelujah, pour it on you hallelujah
And I be on my own dick, ain't that much room for you, ah
Red, white, blue, I pledge allegiance to the street life
Even if it's left overs I still got to eat right
Got gas in my peace pipe, pink Sprite
She P-popping her jeans tight, all day I dream about sex, three stripes
We the type of crew to get fresh just to sit in the living room
Look out the window, got a bad bitch in my swimming pool
Got a bad bitch in my swimming pool
Got a bad bitch in my swimming pool
We the type of crew to get fresh just to sit in the living room
Look out the window, got a bad bitch in my swimming pool

They said be all you can be

Pretty girls is my reputation
One on my arm, that's decoration
Getting to it, no hesitation
To fuck with me you need a reservation
To the top escalating, elevating
Good music legislation, delegatin'
And I mean that shit like exclamation, exclamation, exclamation
And I'm going 'til I K.O
Eyes closed, I'm OK
All my bitches know they roll
Even when we role-play
My homie got that nine on him
All night and all day
And all night and all day
And all night like that shit's his mothafuckin' soulmate
Cause no time for hand in hand
When you got this paper hand in hand
Bitch I'm feeling like a grown ass lil' boy, nigga na na na na na
Bitch I'm feeling like a grown ass lil' boy, cause I still love to get pampered
But don't get it twisted, watch your step and fuckin' manners

Woo! they said the truth set you free!

Woo! They said be all you can be
Woo! They said be all you can be
I just wanna buy another Rollie
I just wanna pop another band
I just wanna sell dope forever
I just wanna be who I am

Woo! I just wanna be who I am
Woo! I just wanna be who I am
Always knew I could rule the world
Lets define what my world is




Knee deep in this dope money
Damn near where my world ends

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Pusha T's "Who I Am" describe the rapper's desire to maintain his identity and lifestyle, despite societal pressures to conform. Throughout the song, Pusha T dismisses the idea of living up to the expectations others hold, instead choosing to indulge in materialistic pleasures and his own entrepreneurial endeavors. He describes his willingness to manipulate and exploit others for his own financial gain, recognizing that his success is built on the foundation of a drug trade that has corrupted his community. Throughout the song, Pusha T justifies his choices, portraying himself as a self-made man living on his own terms.


The lyrics of "Who I Am" contain numerous themes that are emblematic of Pusha T's music style. The song represents a continuation of Pusha T's exploration of themes like morality, identity, and ambition. Like much of Pusha T's work, "Who I Am" reflects the rapper's experiences growing up in Virginia Beach and his time spent as a drug dealer. While the song's lyrics have a nihilistic and amoral tone, they are also imbued with a sense of purpose and determination, suggesting that Pusha T is driven by something greater than mere personal gratification.


Line by Line Meaning

Woo! They said be all you can be
The world tells you to be the best, but Pusha T only wants to be himself.


Woo! They said the truth set you free!
Pusha T realizes that the only true freedom comes from telling it like it is and accepting oneself.


I just wanna buy another Rollie
Pusha T wants to continue his extravagant lifestyle, which includes purchasing luxury watches like Rolex.


I just wanna pop another band
Pusha T wants to indulge in the use of pills.


I just wanna sell dope forever
Pusha T wants to continue selling drugs indefinitely despite the negative implications.


I just wanna be who I am
Pusha T wants to be true to himself and his desires, instead of conforming to societal expectations.


Always knew I could rule the world
Pusha T believes he is destined to achieve greatness.


Lets define what my world is
Pusha T wants to determine what success means to him personally.


Knee deep in this dope money
Pusha T has made a lot of money from drug sales and is heavily involved in that world.


Damn near where my world ends
Pusha T recognizes that his involvement in the drug world could be his downfall.


Same block, same rock
Pusha T is still selling drugs in the same location with the same product.


I was thinking 'bout murdering
Pusha T contemplated killing a rival in the drug game.


I ain't getting my hands dirty
Pusha T doesn't want to personally commit the violent act and instead outsources it to someone else.


Let you worry 'bout serving 'em
He isn't concerned with executing the act, but he is willing to sell the drugs to whoever will buy them.


Entrepreneur, strip club connoisseur
Pusha T is a successful businessman who enjoys going to strip clubs.


Hot fudge sundae, pour it on you hallelujah
Pusha T enjoys sex and compares it to a delicious dessert.


And I be on my own dick, ain't that much room for you, ah
Pusha T is confident in himself and doesn't need validation from others.


Red, white, blue, I pledge allegiance to the street life
Pusha T is dedicated to the hustle and the crime-ridden lifestyle that comes with it.


Even if it's left overs I still got to eat right
Pusha T will do whatever it takes to make money, even if it means selling lower quality drugs.


Got gas in my peace pipe, pink Sprite
Pusha T is consuming drugs to keep himself going, using a vape pen and sipping on pink Sprite (possibly codeine).


She P-popping her jeans tight, all day I dream about sex, three stripes
Pusha T enjoys the aesthetics of women wearing tight clothing and is also thinking about sex constantly. The mention of 'three stripes' is a reference to the Adidas logo.


We the type of crew to get fresh just to sit in the living room
Pusha T and his crew take pride in their appearance, even if they aren't leaving the house.


Look out the window, got a bad bitch in my swimming pool
Pusha T is living a lavish lifestyle and has a beautiful woman to enjoy it with.


Pretty girls is my reputation
Pusha T is known for being with attractive women.


One on my arm, that's decoration
Pusha T sees women as an accessory to his lifestyle and a symbol of his success.


Getting to it, no hesitation
Pusha T is focused on achieving his goals and doesn't allow anything to get in his way.


To fuck with me you need a reservation
Pusha T is in high demand, and people have to work hard to be in his inner circle.


To the top escalating, elevating
Pusha T is constantly pushing himself to achieve more and more success.


Good music legislation, delegatin'
Pusha T's label, GOOD Music, is working hard to shape the music industry, and Pusha T is managing/overseeing certain aspects.


And I'm going 'til I K.O
Pusha T will keep going until he physically cannot anymore.


Eyes closed, I'm OK
Pusha T is confident in himself and trusts that he is making the right decisions.


All my bitches know they roll
The women in Pusha T's life understand their role in his life and don't cause problems or try to change him.


Even when we role-play
Even in situations where they are pretending to be someone else, it's clear what their position is in the relationship.


My homie got that nine on him
Pusha T is friends with someone who carries a gun with them at all times.


Bitch I'm feeling like a grown ass lil' boy, nigga na na na na na
Pusha T is still young at heart, despite his wealth and success.


Bitch I'm feeling like a grown ass lil' boy, cause I still love to get pampered
Pusha T still enjoys being taken care of and doesn't mind being treated like a child, as long as he gets what he wants.


But don't get it twisted, watch your step and fuckin' manners
Despite his playful attitude, Pusha T expects people to treat him with respect, and won't tolerate disrespect.




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TERRENCE THORNTON, RENEE SCROGGINS, E. NICKERSON, S. ANDERSON, T. EPPS, SEY KWESI

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