Old Young
Riz La Vie Lyrics


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You seem lost
Which looks different than someone who is wandering
Feel like I've seen it all at least once
Been on this world before
This is not me getting on, this is just me getting on again
I learned some things bout lettin go
I learned to swing the metronome
I'll tell ya time is not money
I know, so much it's getting old
I learned you gotta stretch to grow
I heard you talk the rest is show
Can't tell you all they jocked from me
I turn around invent some more
I left the stage, I left my home
Nobody prayed to god for me
I heard the call just checked my phone
I'm old, I'm not new to this
Young, I keep 'em glued to this
Broke, but I'll be stupid rich
Broke, but I'll be stupid rich
I'm old, but I'm young
I'm broke, but I'm rich
I'm old, but I'm young
I'm broke, but I'm rich
I'm old, but I'm young
I'm broke, but I'm rich
I'm old, but I'm young
I'm broke, but I'm rich
I'm old in my soul, young like I'm royalish
Broken like bones but rich like the soil is
My how I've grown, watch me, I'm minding my tone
You lost me I'm finding my zone, I did this all on my own
There there sweetheart, I know, times seem hard
We're very close, but like old leaning trees we know
That light beats dark
I left pages of your journal in my dorm room drawers
I learned, I can't draw solace from ink stained parchment no more
Got sick of sleepin on floors
I gotta go get my own I'm sick of borrowing yours
Young, but I'm tired, I feel old, 'cuz I know more
Ima get this dough, whachu think, I just went broke for
People that I know, think they know themselves they're so sure
22 years old with a life they'd sell they souls for
Got it on my own cracked the code
Stayin' on my toes like I'm stationed in the zone
Can't pick up my phone, only distant cuz I'm close
You'll have what it takes when you've given it the most
Kept goin, failed, fell hard
Know, how I'm put together, 'cuz I picked my self apart
I'm old, but I'm young
I'm broke, but I'm rich
I'm old, but I'm young
I'm broke, but I'm rich
I'm old, but I'm young
I'm broke, but I'm rich
I'm old, but I'm young
I'm broke, but I'm rich
I'm old in my soul, young like I'm royalish
Broken like bones but rich like the soil is




My how I've grown, watch me, I'm minding my tone
You lost me I'm finding my zone, I did this all on my own

Overall Meaning

In "Old Young," Riz La Vie reflects on his personal history and experiences that have led him to his current state. The song is an exploration of self-discovery and growth, as he discovers that he is "old in his soul" but "young like [he's] royalish." He describes this as being "broken like bones but rich like the soil is," suggesting that the hardships he has faced have made him a stronger person.


Riz La Vie seems to be addressing the listener directly, cautioning them that it's easy to get lost in the world without realizing it. He advises them to let go of their attachments and to stretch themselves in order to grow. He also suggests that time is not the same as money, indicating that there are more important things in life than material wealth.


Throughout the song, Riz La Vie emphasizes the fact that he is both old and young, rich and broke. This suggests that he has gained wisdom beyond his years but is still struggling to build a successful career. He acknowledges that he has failed and fallen hard in the past, but he keeps getting up and pushing forward. Ultimately, the message of the song seems to be one of hope and perseverance, as Riz La Vie encourages his listeners to keep going despite the challenges they encounter.


Line by Line Meaning

You seem lost
You appear disconnected from your path and uncertain of your direction.


Which looks different than someone who is wandering
Being lost is not the same as wandering aimlessly, since the latter implies a sense of motion and exploration.


Feel like I've seen it all at least once
I feel that I have experienced everything that life can throw at me, or that I have a deep understanding of the world around me.


Been on this world before
I have a sense of familiarity with the world, like I have lived here in some way before.


This is not me getting on, this is just me getting on again
I am not starting anything new, I am just continuing my journey and building on what I have already accomplished.


I learned some things bout lettin go
I have gained knowledge about the importance of releasing attachments and moving on from situations that do not serve me well.


I learned to swing the metronome
I have become skilled in creating a steady rhythm or pace in my life, like a metronome regulates the tempo of music.


I'll tell ya time is not money
Contrary to popular belief, time is not equivalent to money and should not be treated as such.


I know, so much it's getting old
I have gained a significant amount of knowledge or understanding to the point that it is becoming repetitive or uninteresting.


I learned you gotta stretch to grow
I have come to realize that in order to develop and improve, I need to challenge myself and step outside of my comfort zone.


I heard you talk the rest is show
I have heard what you have to say but I am more interested in seeing your actions and how they align with your words.


Can't tell you all they jocked from me
I cannot disclose everything that people have copied or taken from me, likely in a negative or unoriginal way.


I turn around invent some more
Instead of dwelling on what others have taken from me, I choose to focus on creating new and original ideas.


I left the stage, I left my home
I have moved on from a past situation or environment, symbolized by leaving the stage and my home.


Nobody prayed to god for me
My success and achievements are solely the result of my own effort and determination; no external force has helped me along the way.


I heard the call just checked my phone
I have received a calling or inspiration to take action, which I have confirmed by checking my phone or other means of communication.


I'm old, I'm not new to this
I have been around for a while and have experience in this area, I am not a novice or newcomer.


Young, I keep 'em glued to this
Despite my experience, I have a youthful energy and innovation that captivates and engages others.


Broke, but I'll be stupid rich
Although I am currently lacking in financial resources, I have the potential to become very wealthy or successful.


I'm old, but I'm young
Despite my age, I have a youthful spirit and energy that keeps me engaged and active in life.


I'm broke, but I'm rich
Although I may lack financial resources, I have a wealth of experience, knowledge, and potential that can lead to future success.


I'm old in my soul, young like I'm royalish
My soul and inner spirit feel older or more experienced than my physical age, but I still have the energy and enthusiasm of someone who is young and royal.


Broken like bones but rich like the soil is
Although I may feel broken or damaged like bones, I am still rich in knowledge and depth like the soil.


My how I've grown, watch me, I'm minding my tone
I have developed and matured significantly, and I am being careful of how I present myself and communicate with others.


You lost me I'm finding my zone, I did this all on my own
Although you may have lost track of me, I am finding my rhythm and focusing on my own accomplishments that I have achieved independently.




Writer(s): ranie hamade

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Talk to me nice
You treat your friends like you don't know that they're your vice
As a Pisces I connect with this specific part on a whole other level

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