Green was born on August 27, 1999, and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida. He was raised by his mother and father, who eventually separated while he attended elementary school. He began singing in the fifth grade. Green attended Lakewood High School, from which he graduated in 2017.
Green's career began in 2018. He released several mixtapes independently prior to signing with Alamo Records. On June 14, 2019, he released his mixtape PTSD, which included the song "Heart On Ice". The song went viral on YouTube and TikTok, peaking at number 25 on the Billboard Hot 100. Green's debut album, Ghetto Gospel was released on November 1, 2019, and peaked at number 10 on the US Billboard 200.
Green's second album Pray 4 Love was released on April 3, 2020, debuting at number 2 on the Billboard 200, with a deluxe edition following on August 7. Several songs from the album charted on the Billboard Hot 100, including "Rags2Riches", which peaked at number 12 on the Hot 100 and became his highest-charting song. On August 11, 2020, Rod Wave was included in XXL's 2020 Freshman Class. He is currently working on his third, as yet untitled, album, which was originally set for release on August 27, 2020.
Blessed with a special singing voice, and the knowledge of how best to use it, Florida's Rod Wave is taking his own path to the top of the game. Coming through with a soulful set of Southern sing-raps, Rod has developed a groundswell of regional support through a prolific output that includes 3 projects in the last 12 months. After generating millions of streams with breakout singles “Heart On Ice” and “Popular Loner,” both off June 2019’s PTSD project, Rod levels up with Ghetto Gospel, his new project. With heavy use of organic instrumentation, including snaking electric guitars and warm organ swells, Ghetto Gospel gives a proper title to Rod's spiritual and nakedly-emotional blend of rap music, defined by Rod's unique singing ability, able to switch from a bluesy croon to rapid-fire triplets at a moments notice. Featuring the popular new single "Cuban Links," which features an appearance from Ghetto Gospel executive producer Kevin Gates, and the "Heart On Ice" (Remix), which features an appearance from Lil Durk, Ghetto Gospel is available everywhere.
Believe Me
Rod Wave Lyrics
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Look
Yeah, yeah, youngin', uh
She say, "Believe me" (yeah)
I have a hard time trustin', my baby
She say, "Don't leave me"
But I gotta go get this money, baby (look, look)
I promise, soon as I get done, I'ma leave
Cell phone ring, that's another hunnid racks (Hello? Who the hell is this?)
I promise, soon as I get done, I'm comin' back, yeah
I'm on my way from Cali', me, myself, and my bungalow
Jigga, what's up witcha? I'm 'bout to bring you five hundred more
Touch down in the town, he tell me I got another show (another show)
Gotta go and get it while they still fuckin' with me
I was him in middle school (yeah), do you remember me? (Do you remember me?)
Fourteen with fourteen hunnid stuffed up in my jeans (in the seventh grade)
I used to sweep the barbershop and kick in doors with Reem
I even worked a nine-to-five but that just wasn't me (it wasn't me)
But before I go to zero, I'll do anything (I'll do anything)
So scared to go back broke that I can't even get no sleep (yeah, yeah)
Even though that I got millions, I'm still the same young nigga
I got hustler in my blood, I'm forever nana baby (yeah)
I'm forever thankful for all of that game that she gave me (yeah)
We stood outside of Walmart, askin' for donations
In the hot blazin' sun, that was hustler 101 (look, look)
She say, "Believe me" (yeah)
I have a hard time trustin' my baby
She say, "Don't leave me"
But I gotta go get this money, baby (look, look, look)
Cell phone ring, that's another hunnid G's (youngin')
I promise, soon as I get done, I'ma leave
Cell phone ring, that's another hunnid racks (who is this?)
I promise, soon as I get done, I'm comin' back
She say, "Believe me" (yeah, yeah)
She say, "Don't leave me" (look, uh)
Cell phone ring, that's another hunnid G's (yeah)
Cell phone ring, that's another hunnid racks (Hello? Who is this?)
In "Believe Me," Rod Wave shares his struggles between his growing career and his personal relationships. He grapples with trust issues and the fear of being broke again. The chorus features his partner pleading with him to believe in her while he's off making money. Rod Wave acknowledges that he has to make sacrifices for his career, which sometimes means leaving his loved ones behind. However, he promises to return once he's finished with his work. The song also features Rod Wave reflecting on his humble beginnings, where he had to hustle to get by and always had the fear of going broke looming over him.
The lyrics convey the conflict that can arise from pursuing one's dreams while simultaneously holding onto relationships with others. It's difficult to balance one's ambitions with the demands of personal relationships. Rod Wave admits his trust issues, which may stem from past relationships, and acknowledges the pain that comes with being away from his loved ones. At the same time, he recognizes the importance of financial stability and success in his profession. The song touches on themes of love, trust, ambition, and perseverance.
Overall, "Believe Me" is a poignant expression of the emotional struggles that come with pursuing success in any profession. Rod Wave expresses his fear of going broke again and the necessity of making sacrifices to advance his career. At the same time, he recognizes the importance of his personal relationships and the difficulties of balancing them with his professional aspirations.
Line by Line Meaning
She say, "Believe me" (yeah)
My partner wants me to trust her even though it's hard for me to do so
I have a hard time trustin', my baby
I struggle to trust my partner
She say, "Don't leave me"
My partner doesn't want me to leave her
But I gotta go get this money, baby (look, look)
I need to go make money even though it means leaving my partner
Cell phone ring, that's another hunnid G's
I just got a call about making another hundred grand
I promise, soon as I get done, I'ma leave
I plan to leave as soon as I finish making money
Cell phone ring, that's another hunnid racks (Hello? Who the hell is this?)
I received a call about making another hundred thousand dollars and don't recognize the number
I promise, soon as I get done, I'm comin' back, yeah
I plan to come back to my partner once I'm finished working
I'm on my way from Cali', me, myself, and my bungalow
I'm traveling from California alone in my small living space
Jigga, what's up witcha? I'm 'bout to bring you five hundred more
I'm about to bring someone named Jigga $500,000
Touch down in the town, he tell me I got another show (another show)
When I arrived at the town, I learned that I have another performance to do
I'm forever thankful for all of that game that she gave me (yeah)
I'm grateful for the advice my grandmother gave me
We stood outside of Walmart, askin' for donations
My grandmother and I asked for money outside of Walmart
In the hot blazin' sun, that was hustler 101 (look, look)
Asking for money in hot weather is a basic part of hustling
Lyrics © LUSH MUSIC LLC, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
Written by: Cameron Hubler, Eric Foley, Hubert Rokosz, Rod Green
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Look, yeah, youngin, uh
She say, "Believe me"
I have a hard time trustin', my baby
She say, "Don't leave me"
But I gotta go get this money, baby (look, look)
Cell phone ring, that's another hunnid G's
I promise, soon as I get done, I'ma leave
Cell phone ring, that's another hunnid racks (hello? Who the hell is this?)
I promise, soon as I get done, I'm comin' back, yeah
I'm on my way from Cali', me, myself, and my bungalow
Jigga, what's up witcha? I'm 'bout to bring you 500 more
Touch down in the town, he tell me I got another show (another show)
Gotta go and get it while they still fuckin' with me
I was him in middle school (yeah), do you remember me? (Do you remember me?)
14 with 14 hunnid stuffed up in my jeans (in the seventh grade)
I used to sweep the barbershop and kick in doors with Reem
I even worked a nine-to-five but that just wasn't me (it wasn't me)
But before I go to zero, I'll do anything (I'll do anything)
So scared to go back broke that I can't even get no sleep (yeah, yeah)
Even though that I got millions, I'm still the same young nigga
I got hustler in my blood, I'm forever Nana baby (yeah)
I'm forever thankful for all of that game that she gave me (yeah)
We stood outside of Walmart, askin' for donations
In the hot blazin' sun, that was hustler 101 (look, look)
She say, "Believe me"
I have a hard time trustin' my baby
She say, "Don't leave me"
But I gotta go get this money, baby (look, look, look)
Cell phone ring, that's another hunnid G's (youngin')
I promise, soon as I get done, I'ma leave
Cell phone ring, that's another hunnid racks (who is this?)
I promise, soon as I get done, I'm comin' back
She say, "Believe me" (yeah, yeah)
She say, "Don't leave me" (look, uh)
Cell phone ring, that's another hunnid G's (yeah)
Cell phone ring, that's another hunnid racks (hello? Who is this?)
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@AniyaMonee
Rod Wave don't realize how many people he making happy and these songs some people can relate to also 🖤
@lilcedgy6867
He really dont man this shit gon be here forever to FOREVER SET IN STONE❤️🙏🏼
@wierdpato27
Rod bro I use to work at a steel forging factory and we had a speaker we could use I blasted your music and kept me positive on some hard shit for 8 months didn’t miss a day and every day I played your music. Now I’m in the come up I make 4x as much now and even now I think your music and you as the come up and has had a massive impact on my life. 100% in a positive way. The crazy thing to you is that I live in Iowa a small town in the middle of nowhere just to show you the impact you have. Much love always my guy. -Pat
@danahuxley1095
In my 28 years of living I’ve never came across an artist like you man.. you know that’s some real shit when you get goosebumps from every song… straight goat status SALUTE BOI u deserve everything!! Thank You For Your Music
@cartooncartoon6829
bruh rod wave stole his entire flow for this song
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrQ3gsKqdUc&list=PLsXBFbOzpDQ5YuME177omZ_cYFpN3EXhT&index=4
@legendary.8966
Whoever is reading this , God has a plan , trust the process❤️
@jahbarialbenjones267
Oh hey boo it's you again 😝
@behindthescenesoftlbysariya
thank you 🦋💕
@y0fav.azariah808
thanks
@leolikefoodgaming2.089
Your just 😍😍🤩