- Name: Vladimir Rib
- Actual town: Krasnoyarsk
- nationality: Russian
Round the World
R.I.B. Lyrics
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QB
Chitown
Money make the world go round
Money make the world go round
(What? Go money)
Money makes the world go round
TM
Yo, for those who live the way that I live
We came a long way
From wiping coal outta eyelids, to rap's hottest
Fake Gazelles to black Pradas
Selling nicks to trey bags, to making hits like Kidada Jones' father
OG's would send me to the store with a dollar
Hit me with some wise advice for me to follow
Ain't nothing free in the world in life
No matter who you are, everybody got they price
And some cost more than other's
When you poor, it's like life ain't even worth living
But when you rich, it's every fat ass worth hittin'
With no chips, your drawers just stay on your hips
I play with the six cuz money make the whole world spin
But without the Franklin faces, you see who's your real friends
It's V-12's, honeys on the cell, bobbin' out the JBL
It's Nas and R. Kell
[R. Kelly]
Never thought that I'd ever live this life
Money stacked in rolls, honeys on each side
Anything I want, I can say it's mine
No more worries 'bout how can I provide
Money makes the world go round
(Nothin' move but the money)
You believe it if you want to
Money makes the world go round
(Said nothin' move but the money)
[R. Kelly]
Oh, many say it's wrong cause I love to spend
Ice in everything countin' Benjamins
All I wanna do try, and let you know
If you don't believe, ask someone who's broke
Money makes the world go round
(Money makes the world go round)
You believe it if you want to
Money makes the world go round
Yes it does
(Still nuttin' move but the money)
Said money makes the world go round
(Money make the world go round, what?
Still nuttin' move but the money)
Nothing but the money
Money makes the world go round
Yes it does
Feels so good, yeah, yeah
So good, this life I finally live
And feels so real
So real this freedom I finally feel
Show me the money
Money makes the world go round
(Go money, go money)
You believe it if you want to
Money makes the world go round
(Go money, go money, yo)
Said that almighty dollar
Money makes the world go round
Yes it does
(Still don't nuttin' move but the money)
This brother's got to have it
Money makes the world go round
From sun up till the sun goes down
(Yeah, what?)
So much money
Money makes the world go round
Hey, makes the world go round
Money makes the world go round
Money makes the world go round
Show me a man that don't need money
Money makes the world go around
And I'll show you a world
(Show me a world)
Standing still, oh
Money makes the world go round
Yes it does, talking 'bout the loot
Money makes the world go round
The lyrics to R.I.B.'s song "Round the World" are all about the power and influence of money. Nas and R. Kelly are both reflecting on their experiences, both before and after they had achieved success and wealth. The lyrics talk about how, before they were wealthy, life was tough and they had to work hard just to get by. Now that they have money, however, everything is different. There's no longer any need to worry about how to provide for themselves or their loved ones, and they can buy whatever they want.
The song also touches on the idea that people's relationships can be affected by money. When someone has a lot of money, they might find that they have a lot of "friends," but it can be hard to determine who is a real friend and who is just there for the money. Nas makes reference to this when he says "It's V-12's, honeys on the cell, bobbin' out the JBL" - he's describing the kind of social scene that comes with fame and success. R. Kelly also acknowledges that some people might look down on him for his love of spending, but he doesn't care - "All I wanna do try, and let you know / If you don't believe, ask someone who's broke."
Overall, the lyrics to "Round the World" offer a glimpse into what life is like for musicians at the top of their game - they can have anything they want, but money can also bring its own set of complications.
Line by Line Meaning
QB
Nas is from Queensbridge (QB)
Chitown
Nas mentions Chicago (Chitown)
Money make the world go round
Money drives the world's economy and society
Money makes the world go round
Repeating the statement about money's importance in the world
(What? Go money)
Reinforcing the message about money's dominance
Money makes the world go round
Closing out the opening verses with the same message
Yo, for those who live the way that I live
Nas acknowledges his experience is not universal
We came a long way
Reflecting on his journey to success
From wiping coal outta eyelids, to rap's hottest
Symbolic language of Nas' journey -- from black soot to flames
Fake Gazelles to black Pradas
A specific example of how Nas upgraded his style with success
Selling nicks to trey bags, to making hits like Kidada Jones' father
Making a ton of progress from selling small amounts of drugs to making high-selling music
OG's would send me to the store with a dollar
Historical context of Nas' upbringing and respectfully listening to older men
Hit me with some wise advice for me to follow
Nas was given valuable advice on how to survive
Ain't nothing free in the world in life
Life requires work and sacrifice
No matter who you are, everybody got they price
Everyone can be tempted with the right amount of money
And some cost more than other's
Some things are more expensive than others
When you poor, it's like life ain't even worth living
Life is harsh when you're living in poverty
But when you rich, it's every fat ass worth hittin'
Nas acknowledges the temptations of having money
With no chips, your drawers just stay on your hips
Acknowledging how being broke can impact job prospects and relationships
I play with the six cuz money make the whole world spin
Nas understands that making money is a driving force in society
But without the Franklin faces, you see who's your real friends
When you have no money you can see who truly cares about you
It's V-12's, honeys on the cell, bobbin' out the JBL
Nas describes the finer things money can buy
It's Nas and R. Kell
Closing out his contribution on the song
Never thought that I'd ever live this life
R. Kelly reflects on his success and how he didn't think it was possible before
Money stacked in rolls, honeys on each side
R. Kelly describes some of the perks of having money
Anything I want, I can say it's mine
The power and control that comes with having money
No more worries 'bout how can I provide
R. Kelly doesn't have to worry about financial struggles anymore
Oh, many say it's wrong cause I love to spend
R. Kelly acknowledges that some people judge him for his spending habits
Ice in everything countin' Benjamins
Specific example of R. Kelly's expensive tastes
All I wanna do try, and let you know
R. Kelly wants to share his perspective on money
If you don't believe, ask someone who's broke
R. Kelly suggests that people who have been broke would understand the importance of money
Feels so good, yeah, yeah
Expressing the joy that comes with having money
So good, this life I finally live
Grateful for his current lifestyle, free from financial strain
And feels so real
Acknowledging the significant impact that money can have on a person's life
So real this freedom I finally feel
Feeling free from previous financial burdens is a euphoric relief
Show me the money
A fitting end to a song about the power of money
Money makes the world go round
Repeating the same message in the chorus
You believe it if you want to
Money's importance may not be universally accepted
(Said nothin' move but the money)
Emphasizing the message in the chorus
Yes it does
Confirming the previous message about the significance of money
Still nuttin' move but the money
Repeating the importance of money in a slightly different way
This brother's got to have it
Acknowledging the desire for money
From sun up till the sun goes down
Time is an asset one can use to make money
(Yeah, what?)
Tagging on an extra aside before the chorus
So much money
A small, reflective statement about the abundance of money
Hey, makes the world go round
A twist on the chorus line
Show me a man that don't need money
Acknowledging that most people need money to sustain themselves
And I'll show you a world
Asserting that living without money is nearly impossible
Standing still, oh
The world would be stagnant without financial transactions
Yes it does, talking 'bout the loot
Reiterating the important role of money in society
Money makes the world go round
Closing out the song with the same on-theme message from the start
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALLAN CURTIS BARNES, J. MALONE, KELLY PRICE, NASIR JONES, ROBERT S. KELLY
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