Rich Homie Quan is an Atlanta-based rapper known for his melodic, hook-fill… Read Full Bio ↴Rich Homie Quan is an Atlanta-based rapper known for his melodic, hook-filled delivery and lyrics detailing his hardships and constant drive for success. He initiated a long series of mixtapes in 2012, and as a member of Rich Gang, released the highly acclaimed Tha Tour Part 1 in 2014, also appearing on the platinum-certified hit ""Lifestyle." Quan's own "Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh)" went double platinum in 2015, and his long-awaited debut album, Rich as in Spirit, reached the Top 40 of the Billboard 200 in 2018. He has continued releasing singles and EPs, including 2022's Family & Mula.

Dequantes Lamar first considered a career in professional baseball, but in 2008, the Atlanta native issued the single "Stay Down" featuring the Stack Money Boyz. Things came to a halt when he landed in jail for a year on burglary charges, but upon his release in 2011, Quan began to make up for lost time. Hooking up with the Atlanta crew Loyalty Ova Royalties and becoming quick friends with member CEO Teezy came next, but Teezy's untimely death later in the year put a stop to Quan's planned mixtape debut. He would re-emerge a year later on the Think It's a Game label and release the mixtapes I Go in on Every Song plus Still Goin In. The year 2013 began with a tour opening for Trinidad James, along with a guest appearance on Gucci Mane's Trap House 3 album. In the summer, Quan issued the infectious club track "Type of Way," which cracked the Billboard Hot 100 chart. He also became a member of Rich Gang, and co-headlined the 2014 mixtape Tha Tour, Part 1 with Birdman and Young Thug. The tape received widespread acclaim, and the non-album single "Lifestyle" reached number 16 on the Hot 100. Quan released the track "Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh)" in 2015, and it became his biggest solo hit, reaching number 26.

Rich Homie Quan continued releasing mixtapes, and in 2016 he landed a record deal with Motown. March 2017 saw the release of the single "Replay," which appeared on the Back to the Basics mixtape. Led by the singles "Change" and "34," his debut album, Rich as in Spirit, arrived in March 2018, peaking at number 32 on the Billboard 200. He then put out the EP The Gif, and Coma followed in 2019. Quan resumed releasing solo material in 2021, with the singles "Daily Bread" and "To Be Worried." His EP Family & Mula appeared in 2022. ~ David Jeffries & Paul Simpson, Rovi

Around The World
Rich Homie Quan Lyrics

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I get my weed from Cali, I get my drank from Texas
My baby mama from Georgia, that child support like extortion
St. Louis fuck with me hard, I know Haitians in Florida
When I'm at home, no body guard, when I'm in New York I got brothers
'Cause I've been all around the world
All around the world
That platinum plaque got me all around your girl
And she's been here for 3 days, it's time to get back around the world

I've been all around the world

First class, flyin' overseas, young nigga just got a passport
I ain't have no keys, so a nigga kicked in the back door
Don't play a nigga like me cause you might get your ass whooped
I got a K, for the alphabet gangstas tryna make it hard for me to stand up
Have your ass cryin' like the nigga in Boys N The Hood
When 12 said "Hands up"
I'm dope, boy you Tre, scary, hopped out the car
Pussy nigga need to man up
I done ran my bands up
3 times I performed in Savannah
I've done been around the world
Wisconsin twice, now I'm goin' back to Atlanta
305 fuck with me, 212 fuck with me
If you don't know numbers, that's them NYC streets
I cannot be beat
I'm a real OG
Don't fuck with y'all niggas, you could be the police, so

I get my weed from Cali, I get my drank from Texas
My baby mama from Georgia, that child support like extortion
St. Louis fuck with me hard, I know Haitians in Florida
When I'm at home, no body guard, when I'm in New York I got brothers
'Cause I've been all around the world
All around the world
That platinum plaque got me all around your girl
And she's been here for 3 days, it's time to get back around the world
I've been all around the world

That private jet on the runway, waitin' for me and you, baby
We gettin' escorted, no TSA, had to work my move, baby
And I've been everywhere in the USA, I stay on the move, baby
And I ain't never been to London, but a nigga heard how the food tastes
Ugh you stank, Mortal Kombat, kickin' shit in here, mothafucka
Like I'm Liu Kang, I'm the bomb
I'm Saddam, but a nigga strapped like Hussein
I'm talkin' guns, Afghanistan, a nigga might talk some new things
Still on the west side, might catch me at the Blue Flame
I've been all around the world
LA my favorite, weather, women, weed be the greatest
When you get overseas, that's how you know you made it
Them local dopeboys hatin'

That's why I get my weed from Cali, I get my drank from Texas
My baby mama from Georgia, that child support like extortion
St. Louis fuck with me hard, I know Haitians in Florida
When I'm at home, no body guard, when I'm in New York I got brothers
'Cause I've been all around the world
All around the world
That platinum plaque got me all around your girl

And she's been here for 3 days, it's time to get back around the world
I've been all around the world

Overall Meaning

Rich Homie Quan's song "Around The World" is a braggadocious anthem about his experiences traveling internationally and throughout the United States. Quan raps about the different regions of the US where he gets his various vices: weed from California, drank from Texas, and baby mama drama from Georgia. He also boasts about his connections with Haitians in Florida and his rapport with fans in St. Louis, New York, Wisconsin, and Miami. The lyrics are peppered with references to pop culture such as the 1991 film "Boyz n the Hood" and video game character Liu Kang from "Mortal Kombat."

The chorus highlights Quan's success as a rapper by stating that his platinum plaque has enabled him to travel the world and have his way with women. He emphasizes his jet-setting lifestyle by noting that his private jet is always waiting and that he's been everywhere in the US. Despite his success, he still faces challenges such as local "dopeboys" hating on him.

Overall, "Around The World" is a song that celebrates the fruits of hard work and success. Quan is proud of his accomplishments as a rapper and is enjoying the spoils that come with it. The song has a catchy beat that gives it a fun, upbeat feel that matches the celebratory tone of the lyrics.

Line by Line Meaning

I get my weed from Cali, I get my drank from Texas
I procure marijuana from California and alcohol from Texas

My baby mama from Georgia, that child support like extortion
My ex-partner who is the mother of my child is from Georgia and the financial responsibility of child support is burdensome

St. Louis fuck with me hard, I know Haitians in Florida
The people of St. Louis show me a lot of support, and I have connections with Haitians living in Florida

When I'm at home, no body guard, when I'm in New York I got brothers
I don't need security when I'm home, but I have close friends in New York who I trust

'Cause I've been all around the world All around the world
I have traveled extensively throughout the world, visiting many different places

That platinum plaque got me all around your girl
My success in the music industry has made me popular with women, including yours

And she's been here for 3 days, it's time to get back around the world
This woman has been with me for three days, but it's time for me to continue traveling

First class, flyin' overseas, young nigga just got a passport
I travel first class and have recently obtained a passport

I ain't have no keys, so a nigga kicked in the back door
I didn't have a key, so I had to forcefully enter through the back door

Don't play a nigga like me cause you might get your ass whooped
Don't underestimate me, or beware of the consequences

I got a K, for the alphabet gangstas tryna make it hard for me to stand up
I have a weapon to protect myself from gang members who might try to harm me

Have your ass cryin' like the nigga in Boys N The Hood When 12 said "Hands up"
You will be as emotional as Ricky was in Boys N The Hood when the police said "Hands up"

I'm dope, boy you Tre, scary, hopped out the car Pussy nigga need to man up
I'm confident, you (Tre) are timid, so get out of your car and be brave

I done ran my bands up 3 times I performed in Savannah I've done been around the world Wisconsin twice, now I'm goin' back to Atlanta 305 fuck with me, 212 fuck with me If you don't know numbers, that's them NYC streets I cannot be beat
I have made a lot of money, I have performed three times in Savannah, and I have traveled all over the world including Wisconsin and now returning to Atlanta. I have a massive following in Miami and New York City. I am untouchable.

I'm a real OG Don't fuck with y'all niggas, you could be the police, so
I am a true original gangster, and I don't trust anyone, including you who might be an undercover police officer

That private jet on the runway, waitin' for me and you, baby We gettin' escorted, no TSA, had to work my move, baby And I've been everywhere in the USA, I stay on the move, baby And I ain't never been to London, but a nigga heard how the food tastes
A private jet is waiting for us on the runway, and we don't need to go through TSA. I have traveled all over the United States and am constantly on the move. I haven't been to London, but I've heard the food is good.

Ugh you stank, Mortal Kombat, kickin' shit in here, mothafucka Like I'm Liu Kang, I'm the bomb I'm Saddam, but a nigga strapped like Hussein I'm talkin' guns, Afghanistan, a nigga might talk some new things
You smell bad, I'm fighting like a character from Mortal Kombat, and I'm the best. I'm like Saddam Hussein (a former dictator of Iraq) and carry a gun like Hussein. I'm talking about weapons and Afghanistan, and I might introduce some new concepts.

Still on the west side, might catch me at the Blue Flame
I'm still in the western part of the city and may be seen at Blue Flame Gentlemen's Club

LA my favorite, weather, women, weed be the greatest When you get overseas, that's how you know you made it Them local dopeboys hatin'
Los Angeles is my favorite place due to the weather, women, and high-quality weed. When you start traveling abroad, that's when you know you've made it. The local drug dealers are envious of me.

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Dequantes Lamar

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