Trouble On My Mind
Pusha T Lyrics


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It's the blackout, 'rari got the back out
Showing my black ass, engine in the glass house
Started in the crack house, Obama went the back route
Kill bin Laden, never throw up in the black house
Still got the Macs out, pull the mask down like a mascot
Still trick with bitches out with money or with ass shots
G.O.O.D had room for one more, I took the last spot
Re-up gang paid a nigga, 'Ye done hit the jackpot
Whole 'nother level, then you add fame
That's a whole 'nother devil, legit drug dealer
That's a whole 'nother bezel, the carbon Audemar
That's a whole 'nother metal, but still keep it ghetto
Behind the scenes, pull strings like Gepetto
The gun blow steam, whistle like a tea kettle
Runnin' like the rebels
You and LV Sport shoe on a pedal, I let you niggas settle

Trouble on my mind
I got trouble on my mind
Trouble on my mind
So much trouble on my mind

Trouble on my mind
I got trouble on my mind
Trouble on my mind
So much trouble on my mind

Pharrell said "get 'em," so I got 'em
Tripped on Bristol Palin then I accidentally shot 'em
Then it ricocheted and killed the game
I'm a problem cause I wanna fuck the world but not a fan of using condoms
Pardon my French, I'm going hard as my dick
When I envision my tip on the crust of bitch's lips
Mr.Lipschitz has been trippin' since I mentioned Reptar's
Triceratops dinosaur dick
I feel it in my gut to kill these mutharfucks
As a musk like the arm of my pits
You niggas coming shorter than a Bush wick Billy costume
On sale during Christmas in Philly
Uhm, well, not really, it's gettin' kinda chilly
Let's hit a couple bars and give some bitches wet willies
Soaked, getting' jiggy with it and Bel-Air's riches
With a bag of pills, couple berries and a biscuit

Trouble on my mind
I got trouble on my mind
Trouble on my mind
So much trouble on my mind

Trouble on my mind
I got trouble on my mind
Trouble on my mind
So much trouble on my mind

I'm a fucking walking paradox
And a really shitty rapper in my favorite pair of socks ironed pair of dockers
Two Glocks cocked screamin' west side!
With the speakers blastin' a pair of pots
Yonkers ten milli, you're silly
Thinkin' that this 'Preme wasn't free willy
The feeling is neutral, the gang is youthful
And fuckin' tighter than Chad Hugo's pupils
It's Wolf Gang and the

With the re-up's a hell of a buzz
Rick James said cocaine's a hell of a drug
Who else could put the hipsters with felons and thugs
And paint a perfect picture of what sellin' it does?
This is for the critics, who doubted the chemistry
Two different worlds, same symmetry
And this black art, see the wizardry
When you at the top of your game, you make enemies
You'll never finish me

Trouble on my mind
I got trouble on my mind
Trouble on my mind
So much trouble on my mind

Trouble on my mind
I got trouble on my mind




Trouble on my mind
So much trouble on my mind

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Pusha T's song "Trouble on My Mind" depict the rapper's frustration with the world, and the problems that he faces in his everyday life. Pusha T touches on issues such as drug dealing and gang violence, demonstrating how these play a part in his daily routine. Pusha T also touches on his own personal struggles with fame, and the impact that it has had on his life. He speaks of the responsibility that comes with being a successful rapper, and how difficult it can be to balance the desire for fame with the need to remain true to one's roots. The lyrics also express a sense of hopelessness, as if the rapper feels that there is no way out of the cycle of drugs, violence, and poverty that surround him.


One interesting fact about the song is that it features the Neptunes' Pharrell Williams on the chorus, which helped to give the song a funkier sound than many other rap tracks. Additionally, the song features a hard-hitting beat, which was produced by Tyler, The Creator. This beat helps to give the song an aggressive, almost violent tone, which is fitting given the subject matter. "Trouble on My Mind" was released as the lead single from Pusha T's debut solo album, "Fear of God II: Let Us Pray," which was released in 2011.


Another interesting fact about the song is that it contains several memorable lines, which have become favorites among fans of Pusha T. For example, the line "I'm a fucking walking paradox" has become a popular catchphrase, and has been used in many memes and social media posts. The line "Pharrell said 'get 'em,' so I got 'em" has also become well-known among fans, as it is a reference to Williams' role in producing the song. "Trouble on My Mind" was also nominated for Best Rap Performance at the 55th Grammy Awards, although it did not win.


The exact chords for "Trouble on My Mind" are unknown, as the song features a heavily produced beat and does not contain any discernible guitar or piano parts. However, the song does feature a prominent bassline, which could likely be recreated with a bass guitar or synthesizer. The key signature of the song is also unknown, although it is likely in a minor key, given the dark and aggressive tone of the track.


Line by Line Meaning

It's the blackout, 'rari got the back out
I'm driving my Ferrari with the top down at night


Showing my black ass, engine in the glass house
I'm showing off and flexing my wealth, with a see-through engine


Started in the crack house, Obama went the back route
I come from humble beginnings in the drug game, while Obama had to overcome obstacles to become president


Kill bin Laden, never throw up in the black house
I admire Obama for killing Bin Laden, but am also saying I wouldn't throw up in the White House if I met him


Still got the Macs out, pull the mask down like a mascot
I still carry my guns and wear masks when I commit crimes


Still trick with bitches out with money or with ass shots
I still hook up with women for their money or because of their plastic surgery


G.O.O.D had room for one more, I took the last spot
I joined Kanye's record label, G.O.O.D music, when there was only one spot left


Re-up gang paid a nigga, 'Ye done hit the jackpot
I made a lot of money and was successful with my rap group Re-Up Gang and after joining G.O.O.D music


Whole 'nother level, then you add fame
My success has taken me to another level of wealth and fame


That's a whole 'nother devil, legit drug dealer
Being famous and wealthy comes with its own set of problems, but I'm still a legitimate drug dealer


That's a whole 'nother bezel, the carbon Audemar
I have a luxury watch with a carbon bezel


That's a whole 'nother metal, but still keep it ghetto
I may have achieved wealth and success, but I still maintain my roots in the streets


Behind the scenes, pull strings like Gepetto
I manipulate situations behind the scenes, just like Gepetto in Pinocchio


The gun blow steam, whistle like a tea kettle
My guns are so powerful they blow steam, like a whistling tea kettle


Runnin' like the rebels
I'm running fast and free like a rebel


Pharrell said "get 'em," so I got 'em
Pharrell Williams encouraged me to get my haters, and I did


Tripped on Bristol Palin then I accidentally shot 'em
I made a mistake and shot someone after tripping on Bristol Palin


Then it ricocheted and killed the game
My mistake caused chaos and made a permanent impact on the music industry


I'm a problem cause I wanna fuck the world but not a fan of using condoms
I have a selfish mindset and desire, but I am irresponsible about it


Pardon my French, I'm going hard as my dick
I'm being vulgar, but mean that I'm giving it my all


When I envision my tip on the crust of bitch's lips
I have a crude sexual fantasy


Mr.Lipschitz has been trippin' since I mentioned Reptar's Triceratops dinosaur dick
I'm being vulgar again, but referencing a famous children's show


I feel it in my gut to kill these mutharfucks
I have a strong desire to defeat my competition


As a musk like the arm of my pits
I have a strong, persistent energy like the odor under my arms


You niggas coming shorter than a Bush wick Billy costume On sale during Christmas in Philly
My competition is coming up short and not measuring up to me and my success


Uhm, well, not really, it's gettin' kinda chilly
I'm being sarcastic and not really sure what my competition is up to, but it's not affecting me.


Let's hit a couple bars and give some bitches wet willies Soaked, getting' jiggy with it and Bel-Air's riches With a bag of pills, couple berries and a biscuit
Let's go out and party with girls and drugs, enjoying my success.


I'm a fucking walking paradox
I have qualities that contradict each other


And a really shitty rapper in my favorite pair of socks ironed pair of dockers Two Glocks cocked screamin' west side!
I'm a terrible rapper but am still tough and dangerous


With the speakers blastin' a pair of pots Yonkers ten milli, you're silly Thinkin' that this 'Preme wasn't free willy
I have expensive sound equipment and am very rich, and anyone who thinks otherwise is foolish


The feeling is neutral, the gang is youthful And fuckin' tighter than Chad Hugo's pupils
My gang is neutral and youthful, and very close, like Chad Hugo's small pupils


It's Wolf Gang and the
I'm associated with the music collective, Wolf Gang


With the re-up's a hell of a buzz Rick James said cocaine's a hell of a drug
My group's new release is very popular, like cocaine was to Rick James


Who else could put the hipsters with felons and thugs And paint a perfect picture of what sellin' it does?
I have a unique ability to attract different types of people with my music, and expose the consequences of selling drugs


This is for the critics, who doubted the chemistry Two different worlds, same symmetry
I'm proving my critics wrong by having success despite coming from different worlds


And this black art, see the wizardry
Rap music is a type of black art, and I'm skilled like a wizard


When you at the top of your game, you make enemies
With my success comes enemies who are jealous or threatened by me


You'll never finish me
No one will ever be able to defeat me or bring me down


Trouble on my mind
I'm going through a lot of problems and challenges


I got trouble on my mind
I'm preoccupied and anxious about my problems


So much trouble on my mind
My problems are overwhelming and difficult to deal with




Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Terrence Thornton, Tyler Okonma, Pharrell Williams, Chad Hugo

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@LexusOrLex

[Verse 1: Pusha T]
It's the blackout, 'Rari got the back out
Showing my black ass, engine in the glass house
Started in the crack house,ย Obama went the back route
Kill bin Laden, 'nother four up in the black house
Still got the Macs out,ย pull the mask down like a mascot
Still trick with bitches, out with money or with ass shots
GOOD had room for one more, I took the last spot
Re-Up Gang,ย P the nigga,ย 'Ye done hit the jackpot
Whole 'nother level, then you add fame
That's a whole 'nother devil,ย legit drug dealer
That's a whole 'nother bezel,ย the carbon Audemar
That's a whole 'nother metal, but still keep it ghetto
Behind the scenes, pull strings like Gepetto
The gun blow steam, whistle like a tea kettle
Runnin' like the rebels, UNLV
Sport shoe on a pedal, I let you niggas settle

[Hook: Pusha T]
Trouble on my mind
I got trouble on my mind
Trouble on my mind
So much trouble on my mind
Trouble on my mind
I got trouble on my mind
Trouble on my mind
So much trouble on my mind

[Verse 2: Tyler, The Creator]
Pharrell said "get 'em", so I got 'em
Tripped on Bristol Palin then I accidentally shot 'em
Then it ricocheted and killed the game,ย I'm a problem
Cause I wanna fuck the world but not a fan of using condoms
Pardon my French,ย I'm going hard as my dick
When I envision my tip on the crust of bitch lips
Mr. Lipschitz has been trippin'
Since I mentioned Reptar triceratops dinosaur dick
I feel it in my gut to kill these muthafucks
Is a must, like the arm of my pits
You niggas coming shorter than a Bushwick Billy costume
On sale during Christmas inย Philly
Um, well, not really, it's getting kinda chilly
Let's hit a couple barsย and give some bitches wet willies
Soaked,ย getting jiggy with it in Bel-Air's richest
With a bag of pills, couple berries and a biscuit

[Hook: Pusha T]
Trouble on my mind
I got trouble on my mind
Trouble on my mind
So much trouble on my mind

[Verse 3: Tyler, The Creator]
I'm a fucking walking paradox
And a really shitty rapper in my favorite pair of socks
Ironed pair of dockers,ย two Glocks cocked screamin', "West side!"
With the speakers blastin' a pair of Pacs
Yonkers 10 milli, you're silly
Thinkin' that this 'preme wasn't free, willy
The feeling is neutral,ย the gang is youthful
And fuckin' tighter than Chad Hugo's pupils,ย it's Wolf Gang and the

[Verse 4: Pusha T]
With the Re-Up's a helluva buzz
Rick James said cocaine's a helluva drug
Who else could put the hipsters with felons and thugs
And paint a perfect picture of what sellin' it does?
This is for the critics, who doubted the chemistry
Two different worlds, same symmetry
And this black art, see the wizardryย when you at the top
Of your game, you make enemies, you'll never finish me

[Hook: Pusha T]
Trouble on my mind
I got trouble on my mind
Trouble on my mind
So much trouble on my mind



All comments from YouTube:

@teesee2935

We need another Pusha T, Tyler the Creator song

@sunlooper

AceWantsToFly 1 I think thatโ€™s going over board

@flyinhawaiian6760

@Johnny Seer yeah I don't think ski mask and vince getting on a track anytime soon so... take cardi ski and vice off and put J.I.D. and maybe DOOM if DOOM every did a mainstream collab

@tkbw00

Johnny Seer cardi b๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜‚youโ€™re funny, is she even considered a singer??

@twondagreat8893

@@tkbw00 lol no one knows

@tkbw00

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@1010DoorsAreAlwaysOpen

Guys you have no idea how killer these old collabs were in the early 2010s.

@hoffa.6198

I wish I knew...

@dunkonyou950

This shit was banging when I was in highschool, hear it at kickbacks

@mattybarker1058

shut up

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