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.
Sky Priority
Rod Wave Lyrics
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(Go and get you some help)
(FJ on the beat, ho)
You know it it hurt me to my heart the way our love ended
I blame you, you the reason I don't trust bitches
My heart so cold, I done been crossed, I don't trust niggas
He say my name, he get knocked off just like that one nigga
Okay, and that's how it be (yeah)
I ain't been gettin' no sleep, I been runnin' the streets
I ain't been home in two weeks, I been lookin' for peace
In California on the beach, I'm low key in a Jeep
Yeah, just tryna' catch a better vibe (okay)
'Cause I get lost in my thoughts and I cry
Keep my mouth closed, it be too much on my mind
Don't nobody care, I won't dare waste my time (FJ on the beat, ho)
It's too much pain in my body, I need surgery
Won't put cocaine in his body, he take Perkys
I had a dream 'bout Kareem and it hurt me
Sometimes I sit and think about Ray like, "was it worth it?"
I heard he had plans on leavin' his brains on the ceilin' (yeah)
He had a talk with his pops and it healed him
He said, "you'll go out like a coward if you end it
You came too far, you can't look back, you got to finish"
Yeah
On the road doin' shows all alone
In another nigga's city livin' wrong
Pray to God I can make it back home
Even if I don't, it won't be long (FJ on the beat, ho)
Yeah, I'll fly high with my God
Soul been broke in half, I got too many scars
Put my trust in 'em and they broke my heart
Death's gotta be easy 'cause life is harder, yeah, yeah
(You know, that's why I'll say it, you know)
(But, you know, nigga ain't on no re-up, I'ma just thug it)
Death's gotta be easy 'cause life is hard
Death's gotta be easy 'cause life is harder, yeah
On the road doin' shows all alone, uh
In another nigga's city livin' wrong
Pray to God I can make it back home
Even if I don't, it won't be long (FJ on the beat, ho)
Yeah, I'll fly high with my God
Soul been broke in half, I got too many scars
Put my trust in 'em and they broke my heart
Death's gotta be easy 'cause life is harder, yeah
I'll fly high with my God (yeah, yeah, yeah)
Soul been broke in half I got too many scars (okay)
Put my trust in em' and they broke my heart
Death's gotta be easy 'cause life is harder, uh, yeah
(FJ on the beat, ho)
The lyrics to Rod Wave's song "Sky Priority" speak to the pain and heartache that the rapper has experienced in his life. He opens the song reflecting on a relationship that ended badly and has left him with trust issues. He admits that he's been running the streets for two weeks, trying to find some peace. The chorus speaks to his hope that even if he doesn't make it back home from touring, it won't be long until he's reunited with God. The second verse touches on his struggles with addiction, his dreams about a friend who passed away, and the advice his friend's father gave him about persevering through tough times.
Line by Line Meaning
And when it come out, we're goin' coppin' together
Planning to go shopping together once we're successful
Go and get you some help
Advice to someone who needs assistance for their issues
FJ on the beat, ho
Indication of the producer of the song
You know it hurt me to my heart the way our love ended
Expressing deep emotional pain from the end of a failed relationship
I blame you, you the reason I don't trust bitches
Attributing the lack of trust in women to the actions of the person being addressed
My heart so cold, I done been crossed, I don't trust niggas
Expressing a feeling of betrayal and mistrust towards others
He say my name, he get knocked off just like that one nigga
Warning of the consequences of mentioning the singer's name, based on a past violent incident
Yeah (Mook got the keys jumpin')
Acknowledging the success and booming nature of the music
I ain't been gettin' no sleep, I been runnin' the streets
Admitting of lack of rest due to a busy lifestyle
I ain't been home in two weeks, I been lookin' for peace
Revealing the search for peace as a priority, away from home
In California on the beach, I'm low key in a Jeep
Relaxing on the beach in California, incognito in a Jeep
Yeah, just tryna' catch a better vibe (okay)
Attempting to find a more positive and pleasant atmosphere
'Cause I get lost in my thoughts and I cry
Being vulnerable and sharing the difficulty of controlling negative thoughts
Keep my mouth closed, it be too much on my mind
Choosing to keep thoughts to oneself to avoid overwhelming others
Don't nobody care, I won't dare waste my time (FJ on the beat, ho)
Acceptance of the lack of support and promises to focus on what's important
It's too much pain in my body, I need surgery
Physical pain that requires medical intervention
Won't put cocaine in his body, he take Perkys
Choosing a different medication option instead of using cocaine
I had a dream 'bout Kareem and it hurt me
Expressing sadness from a disturbing dream involving someone named Kareem
Sometimes I sit and think about Ray like, "was it worth it?"
Reflecting on a past decision and questioning if it was worth the cost
I heard he had plans on leavin' his brains on the ceilin' (yeah)
Sharing of a violent rumor about someone
He had a talk with his pops and it healed him
Explaining how a conversation with a loved one improved the person's situation
He said, "you'll go out like a coward if you end it
Advice from a father figure to urge the person to keep going instead of giving up
You came too far, you can't look back, you got to finish"
Encouragement to persevere and finish what was started
On the road doin' shows all alone
Traveling alone for music shows
In another nigga's city livin' wrong
Engaging in questionable behavior while in someone else's city
Pray to God I can make it back home
Hopeful for a safe return home
Even if I don't, it won't be long (FJ on the beat, ho)
Accepting the possibility of death with confidence and credit to the music producer
Yeah, I'll fly high with my God
Belief in a higher power after death
Soul been broke in half, I got too many scars
Emotional and mental damage that's been suffered
Put my trust in 'em and they broke my heart
Sharing the pain from others betraying trust
Death's gotta be easy 'cause life is harder, yeah, yeah
Preferring death over enduring the hardships and pain in life
You know, that's why I'll say it, you know
Explaining why the person needs to express themselves
But, you know, nigga ain't on no re-up, I'ma just thug it
Not resorting to past activities to cope, instead choosing to persevere and keep going
Death's gotta be easy 'cause life is hard
Repeating the previous sentiment of preferring death over enduring the struggles of life
I'll fly high with my God (yeah, yeah, yeah)
Repeating the belief in a higher power after death
Soul been broke in half I got too many scars (okay)
Reiterating the emotional damage that's been suffered
Put my trust in em' and they broke my heart
Repeating pain from others betraying trust
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Brayon S. Nelson, Francis Jr. Mensah, Rodarius M. Green
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ovonniee9483
Rod wave really has no bad songs 💯
@1teejayyy
Blizzard Von ong
@maad5372
javariuss javariuss Are u crazy. Cuban links fire
@jbdasavior
javariuss javariuss u stupid asf gtfo cuban links hard af u a fucking hater
@YounginBallin
Blizzard Von rod wave trash just a couple good songs
@monyondon
Duh
@snipergangvezz4475
“Deaths Gatta Be Easy Cause Life Is Hard” Who felt that verse swear to God Imma like this comment
@pinkperco1615
I swear to god ima unlike this comment
@tacarygaines142
Death is Even Harder doe 😞🗣
@showtimesb7069
His live performance pls check it out
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=pKjbpGQAt60