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.
Ribbon In The Sky
Rod Wave Lyrics
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Uh, picture me rolling in my 500 Benz
I got no love for these niggas, ain't no need to be friends
I don't fuck with these niggas, ain't no need to pretend
Ain't no trust in a nigga after this
You said you love me, but you're leaving me
I need some happiness again, this life done beat on me
I caught a flight to ease the pain I switched the scenery
Through the pain know I gotta stay focused
'Cause since a kid this all I wanted
I heard he feed his problem to the vultures
He couldn't say no more so he exploded
Read the book on murder when she wrote it
We hit the street with heat and we unload it
ATR for life, I run with soldiers
Heard he drive his coupe like he stole it
Pray to God that I can see the morning
I pray to God that I can see the morning, uh
And now I lay me down to sleep
Pray the Lord my soul to keep
If I should die before I wake
I, I pray the Lord my soul to take
Can you hear me mama?
I need you now, answer your phone
It's been too much shit going on, uh
These demons want my soul
Life too short to be living in a lie
It's too much pain to be living just to die
Can't feel my pain 'cause I hid it deep inside
I keep my head to the ribbon in the sky
Okay
Ribbon in the sky (whoa, whoa)
Life too short to be living in a lie (in a lie)
It's too much pain to be living just to die (whoa)
I keep my head to the ribbon in the sky
Ribbon in the sky
Ribbon in the sky
Life too short to be living in a lie
It's too much pain to be living just to die
(Drum Dummie)
Uh, ribbon in the sky, okay
Ribbon in the sky
I keep my head to the ribbon in the sky
Ribbon in the sky
Ribbon in the sky, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa
The lyrics of "Ribbon In The Sky" by Rod Wave tell a story about the artist's feeling of isolation and pain, which he tries to alleviate by switching up his location to find solace. The opening lines depict the artist riding in his luxurious 500 Benz with no love for the people surrounding him since they are deceitful. He then expresses his disappointment in love by saying that nothing is what it seems to be, and he needs some happiness in his life. The only way for him to relieve this pain is to travel and clear his head.
The artist also talks about his struggles with his past and how he has to stay focused to achieve his goals since music is all he has ever wanted. He also mentions the need to be careful in the streets and the importance of having loyal friends. In the chorus, he talks about keeping his head to the ribbon in the sky, which is symbolic in the song, signifying the hope that things will get better, and he will find peace. The song ends with the artist asking for his mother's comfort, stating that he needs to talk to her as he has been struggling with his demons.
Overall, "Ribbon In The Sky" is about an artist's struggle with life, his mental health, and the hope for a better tomorrow.
Line by Line Meaning
Uh, picture me rolling in my 500 Benz
Imagine me driving in luxury
I got no love for these niggas, ain't no need to be friends
I don't have any affection for these individuals, no point in pretending to be friends
I don't fuck with these niggas, ain't no need to pretend
I don't associate with these people, no point in acting like I do
Ain't no trust in a nigga after this
I can't trust anyone after this incident
You said you love me, but you're leaving me
You claimed to love me, but now you're departing
I guess nothing's what it seem to be
I suppose that things aren't always as they appear to be
I need some happiness again, this life done beat on me
I desire some joy again, life has taken its toll on me
I caught a flight to ease the pain I switched the scenery
I took a trip to change my surroundings and alleviate my pain
Through the pain know I gotta stay focused
Despite the hardship, I must remain concentrated
'Cause since a kid this all I wanted
Because ever since I was a child, this has been my aspiration
I heard he feed his problem to the vultures
I heard he shares his issues with untrustworthy individuals
He couldn't say no more so he exploded
He reached his limit and lost his composure
Read the book on murder when she wrote it
I know the true intentions behind her actions
We hit the street with heat and we unload it
We take to the streets with firearms and use them
ATR for life, I run with soldiers
I am dedicated to ATR and associate with strong individuals
Heard he drive his coupe like he stole it
I heard he drives his car recklessly
Pray to God that I can see the morning
I ask God to allow me to witness the sunrise
And now I lay me down to sleep
As I go to bed
Pray the Lord my soul to keep
I ask God to watch over my soul
If I should die before I wake
If I pass away while asleep
I, I pray the Lord my soul to take
I ask God to take my soul should I die in my sleep
Can you hear me mama?
Mother, can you hear me?
I need you now, answer your phone
I require your assistance, please pick up the phone
It's been too much shit going on, uh
I've been dealing with too many issues lately
These demons want my soul
These inner demons are trying to take over my being
Life too short to be living in a lie
Life is too brief to pretend
I keep my head to the ribbon in the sky
I stay focused on my dreams and aspirations
Okay, ribbon in the sky
Alright, aim for the stars
Ribbon in the sky
Dream big
Life too short to be living in a lie
Life is too brief to pretend
It's too much pain to be living just to die
It's not worth it to endure so much suffering to only die in the end
I keep my head to the ribbon in the sky
I stay focused on my dreams and aspirations
Ribbon in the sky
Dream big
Ribbon in the sky, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa
Aim for the stars, oh, oh, oh, oh
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Rodarius Green, Tevin Revell
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@keepinupwitnita6847
You said you love me, but you're leaving me
I guess nothing's what it seem to be
I need some happiness again, this life done beat on me
I caught a flight to ease the pain I switched the scenery
That verse makes me relate
@RodWaveOfficial
comment yo favorite verse #pray4love🖤
@rahrah9535
when you said “ i don’t fw these niggas , theres no need to pretend “ 🗣.
@dasiahlashay8242
“ you said you love me , but you leavinnnn me “😔
@tiaramorris1475
I heard he feed his problems to the vultures, he couldn’t take no more so he exploded.😞
@trixtrix3791
Life to short to be living in a lie 🙌🏾
@skylarstephens6621
“It’s to much pain to be living just to die 💔” - Rod Wave
@vondovondo4
who ever reading this is gonna be blessed by God
👇🏾
@komico11
God isnt in lowercase btw
@lit_marr
dropaholic u don’t have the ability to bless me without praying
@c0gdoll518
Specta242 right