Imaginary Playmates
René & Angela Lyrics

Yeah
Agreement or acknowledgement of what is to follow.

I mean like
Clarification or emphasis on the upcoming statement.

I gotta be like the pioneer to this shit, you know
Claiming to have been ahead of the game when it comes to success and cultural trends.

I was popping that Cristal
Drinking the expensive champagne brand, Cristal.

When all y'all niggas thought it was beer and shit, you know
Implying that others didn't have the knowledge or resources to enjoy luxury products at the same level.

Wearing that platinum shit
Wearing expensive platinum jewelry.

When all y'all chicks thought it was silver and shit
Implying that others couldn't distinguish between different types of metals and their value.

I got to be the pioneer of this shit
Reiterating the claim to have been ahead of the game.

Bottom line
Getting to the point.

I'm going to show you how to do it
Expressing confidence and belief in one's abilities.

Check it
Encouraging the listener to pay attention and be ready to learn something.

I spit that other shit
Referring to his unique, distinct style of music.

That's the nice motherfucker shit
Boasting about the quality of his music.

Fed time follow me around, deep cover shit nigga
Claiming to be under surveillance by the authorities.

You beer money, I'm all year money
Implying that others only make enough money to survive, while he makes money all year round.

I'm popping, you ain't got to count it, it's all there money
Claiming to have such a great amount of money that there's no need to count it.

I never change money 'cause niggas got strange money
Not exchanging money with others due to concerns about their reputation or illegal activities.

Knocked up, marked up, fucked up in the game money
Having money, but also having debts, losses or other issues that come with being a part of the music industry.

I got bail money, XXL money
Having enough money to bail oneself out of jail or pay for legal expenses, and having a lot of it.

You got flash now, one time we'll reveal money
Implying that others may have temporary wealth, but they don't have money in the long run.

I spit the hottest shit, you need it I got it shit
Boasting about the quality of his music and availability of resources.

That down South Master P, Bout It Bout It shit
Referencing Master P, a rapper known for his hard-hitting southern-style music and persona.

I got blood money, straight up thug money
Claiming to have earned money through illegal or unethical means.

That brown paper bag under your mattress drug money
Hinting at the use of cash earned through drug dealing or other illicit activities and hiding it under a mattress.

You got show dough, little to no dough
Contrasting others who only have money to spend on superficial things, versus having little to no money in general.

Sell a bunch of records and you still owe dough
Referencing the common issue of artists not getting paid enough for their music despite record sales.

I got 900 and 96 plus 4 more dough
Claiming to have a specific, high amount of money.

You crazy, you full gazy, and loco with dough papo
Implying that others are crazy for trying to compare their financial success to his.

[Chorus: x4]
Repeating the chorus multiple times.

Imaginary Players
Referring to those who pretend to be successful, but in reality, they are not.

And now you got these young cats acting like they slung cats
Criticizing younger rappers who pretend to be drug dealers or show off their wealth.

All in they dumb rap, talking about how they funds stack
Mocking the subject matter of younger rappers who rap about their financial success in a shallow manner.

When I see them in the street, I don't see none of that
Implying that the image these young rappers project is just that - an image, and not real life.

Bad playboy, where the fuck is the hummer at?
Asking a rhetorical question about where the luxurious vehicle these rappers claim to own is.

Where is all the ice with all the platinum under that?
Asking a rhetorical question about where the expensive jewelry these rappers claim to own is.

Those ain't rolex diamonds, what the fuck you done to that?
Implying that the diamonds in their watches are not authentic.

Y'all rapping-ass niggas, y'all funny to me
Making fun of the younger rappers for their style of music and lifestyle.

Selling records, being you but still you want to be me
Calling out the younger rappers for pretending to be original, but in reality, copying his style and success.

I guess for every buck you make it's like a hundred for me
Boasting about earning more money than the younger rappers, and implying they can only dream of earning as much as he does.

And still you running around thinking you got something on me
Indicating that the young rappers are delusional for thinking they can compare to his success.

But I done did it
Stating that he has achieved success that others could only dream of.

And y'all want to take my flow, and run with it
Calling out the younger rappers for copying his style and flow.

That's cool, I was the first one with it
Acknowledging that others can take inspiration from his work, but still taking credit for originating his style.

Original, jiggas the future flow digital
Praising himself for being innovative and ahead of his time, while also referencing his rapper name, Jigga, and confidently referencing his music as digital format.

Still busting a gat when she gets critical
Implying that he is still willing to use a gun if necessary.

Sit it down, I don't want y'all to get it confused
Telling others to calm down and not misinterpret his words or actions.

I rip it down, like I ain't got nothing to lose
Rapping with a fierce determination to succeed and be the best, as if he has nothing to lose by doing so.

Groupies I leave them all fucked
Boasting about his sexual prowess and ability to leave admirers wanting more.

Niggas, all struck
Implying that other men are envious or struck by his success.

Your single was 99 cents, mines was 4 bucks
Comparing his expensive music releases to those of others.

Last year, when niggas thought it was all up
Referencing a time when others thought they had reached their peak or success.

But this year I've done it again, jigga!
Boasting that he has continued to achieve success year after year.

What the fuck
Expression of surprise or amazement.

Nigga stop whining, jigga, still shining
Telling others to stop complaining, because he is still shining and achieving success.

Niggas kept complaining so I copped more diamonds
Implying that he buys expensive jewelry to prove others wrong who criticize his wealth.

Rock more Versace, ain't nothing sweet
Boasting about wearing high-end designer Versace and asserting that he is not to be underestimated.

I still throw three in your body, fleeing the party
Threatening violence and asserting his dominance.

Y'all can't go with me, nope, flow with me
Telling others that they cannot compare to him or join him on his level.

Bet 50, not dollars either I brought some dough with me
Stating that he is willing to bet a lot of money, and has enough money to back up his wagers.

I flow like the 5 series, in various areas
Comparing his flow to the BMW 5 series car, which is versatile and performs well in different types of terrain.

And blow holes in your weak niggas theories
Asserting that he has the ability to disprove or break down other rapper's weak theories or ideas.

It's funny how one verse can fuck up the game
Believing that his raps or verses can have a major impact on the music industry, and even change the course of the music genre.

You bought a 4.0 you better get your change
Implying that others are foolish for investing in something (like a fake diamond watch) and getting less value than they paid for.

Ain't no platinum in those Cartiers, switch your frame
Recommending to others that they should change the frames of their Cartier watches because they aren't made of real platinum.

Ain't no manicures on board, then switch your plane
Saying that if the conditions aren't what they want, they should change their entire approach or strategy.

[Chorus: x4]
Repeating the chorus multiple times.