Jealousy
Ryan Caraveo Lyrics

I work the opening shift
I start work early in the morning

Mid day, graveyard, and the red eye
I work various shifts, including during the day, overnight, and early morning

This summer got done last winter
I work hard year-round to achieve my goals

Next winter right now
I'm always thinking and planning ahead

When will you boys realize
I'm addressing those who underestimate me

Gotta keep momentum
I need to continue working hard and moving forward

I never sit down, don't crease my denim
I'm always active and don't let anything hold me back

I just want to eat more venom
I crave success and will do what it takes to achieve it

That's why doors just keep opening
My hard work and determination lead to new opportunities

I'm up before the roostah
I wake up early and am always ready to work

I don't ever calm down, never woosah
I'm always motivated and never let anything bring me down

I just do me, don't care who's on who's side
I focus on myself and my goals, not on others or their opinions

Move like a marine, can I get a hoorah
I work hard like a soldier and am proud of my efforts

These old cats hate on the floor
I face criticism from those who are older and more experienced

But they not OG, they just lazy and old
I think they are not truly experienced or successful, but rather are not motivated and unwilling to adapt

Funny how they call it chasin' the dream
I find it ironic that they criticize my pursuit of success

I call this shit an attainable goal
I believe my aspirations are realistic and achievable

NWA found a way to explode
I reference a successful music group as an example of what I can achieve

And 30 years later it's Dre vs Bose
I reference a famous music industry feud as an example of the long-term effects of hard work and success

From planting the seeds and making it grow
I believe that small actions can lead to great success and growth

Fuck ever being afraid of my foes
I am not afraid of my enemies or those who criticize me

I'm breaking the mode, taking control
I'm not following the norm and am taking control of my own success

Making a statement, I say shit in bold
I make bold statements and am not afraid to speak my mind

I wasn't made for no regular role
I am unique and don't fit into typical roles or expectations

That's just the way that I roll
I always keep moving forward and don't let anything hold me back

Man just shut up, shut up
I'm telling someone to stop talking and criticizing me

Always talking about back in my day
I'm addressing those who think their past experiences are more valuable than my current efforts

Man just shut up, shut up
I repeat my demand for them to stop talking

Always on something, outta do this my way
I'm telling them I'm going to do things my own way, and they should do the same

Shit, just shut up, shut up (nah)
I'm becoming more forceful in my demand for them to stop talking

I don't wanna hear you speak (nah)
I really don't want them to talk or give me any more criticism

I don't really care where you be (nah)
Their opinions and location don't matter to me

I don't really care if you G
I don't care if they are tough or think they are successful

I ain't here to make new friends
I'm focused on my work and not interested in forming new relationships

I'm here to make new records
I'm focused on creating new music and reaching new heights of success

Try to go heads up with me
I challenge them to compete with me

I'ma lay you down like a off-suit deuce seven
I'll defeat them easily, like a weak poker hand

All in like I got quadruple kings
I'm confident in my abilities and am not afraid to take risks

Make the bass hit like a soft 17
My music is powerful and impactful

I swear, everything's straight
I'm honest and sincere in my actions and words

Like I had 10, jack, king, ace, and I just got the queen
I feel like I have all the possible advantages and am always succeeding

I mean fresh and I still
I'm cool and confident, even when I'm working hard

Rep the Northwest to the death, yes I will
I'm proud of my hometown and will always represent it

I do not stress I invest and I build
I'm not worried about small things, and instead focus on building towards the future

Move with aggression but question what's real
I'm motivated and driven, but also thoughtful and analytical

Used to eat Pepsi and Chex as a meal
I used to have little and struggled financially

Finally I'm getting checks in the mail
I'm now making money and being successful

Now everything is excessive as hell
I'm enjoying my success and have more than I ever imagined

Slappin' the trunk, excess on the grill
I have the material items that come with success

Tell me who wanna come test a boy
I'm challenging anyone who doubts me

In my old school Chevy, not a Tesla, boy
I don't need the latest, most expensive things to be successful

Started up and the sound like a jet deployed
I have a powerful presence and am successful

If you don't wanna see me shine, then you best avoid
I'm warning people not to interfere with my success

I say what I mean, no extra noise
I'm honest in my words and don't add extra fluff or false statements

I can't help that I like expensive toys
I enjoy the material items that come with success

I work for myself
I am independent and self-sufficient

I don't get employed
I don't need to rely on anyone else for work or success

I get ahead, I don't get annoyed
I stay motivated and focused, even when things are difficult