Summertime
Santo & Johnny Lyrics

We high up
We are elevated, either physically or mentally.

Riding
We are moving forward, likely travelling in a car.

Windows tinted, don’t know who the fuck inside it
The car windows are darkened, making it difficult to see who is inside the car.

Weed good, rolling
The marijuana being consumed is of high quality and is currently being rolled.

Shaded tinted cuz you know our fucking eyes lit
The tinted windows help to conceal the red eyes caused by getting high.

We summer
We are currently experiencing summer season.

Time
A reference to the current moment in time, which is during the summer season.

Fly
We are feeling free and adventurous.

Feeling so alive, puffing clouds up in the sky
We are enjoying life and smoking marijuana that produces visible smoke like clouds.

Shit’s a vibe, man
The atmosphere and feeling of the moment is positive and enjoyable.

We summertime fly, bitch
We are living life to the fullest in the summer and feeling good about it.

Put on my shoes and step out of the house
Preparation to leave the house.

Back pack on my back, you know what I’m ‘bout
Bringing along necessary items in a backpack.

I’m young, dumb, and wild
Acknowledgment of one's youth and adventurous nature.

A millennial child
Referencing being a millennial, a generation known for a carefree attitude.

Not a care in the world
Feeling carefree and not stressed about life's troubles.

With this porcelain smile
With a flawless smile on my face, perhaps referencing a well-maintained appearance.

Six hour flight, so I’ll be here a while
Anticipating and acknowledging the length of the upcoming flight.

I want the window seat, cuz I like the view
Expressing a preference for the window seat due to the view it provides.

MFA
Acronym for 'Motherfuckers with attitude'.

Motherfuckers with some attitude
Reference to people with a confrontational or challenging demeanor.

Top down
Referring to owning a convertible car and driving with the roof down.

Ride around like I’m bulletproof
Feeling invincible and unbreakable.

Air Force ones, like I fly with the president
Wearing Air Force One shoes, which is also the name of the presidential airplane.

And Im keepin’ it going, like I’m down the street pedaling
Continuing on with determination, like when riding a bike through a neighborhood.

Used to hit em and quit em, yeah
Acknowledging a past pattern of emotionally distant romantic relationships.

Soon as September hit
A reference to the end of summer transitioning into autumn.

You think that shit sweet
Insinuating that the transition into autumn is not as sweet as summer.

But your boy don’t eat Entennmann’s
Refusing to indulge in cheap, mass-produced food items like Entenmann's baked goods.

I’m respecting the hustle, uh
Acknowledging and respecting someone's drive and determination.

Right in my element
Feeling comfortable and in one's own zone.

Ladies think I’m a gentlemen
Being seen and perceived as respectful and polite by women.

But I’m feeling selective
Being picky and cautious when it comes to choosing romantic partners.

Blowin’ up my phone late night, like I’m talkin’ to Letterman
Receiving numerous phone calls late at night, perhaps from multiple people like the host of late-night TV show 'The Late Show with David Letterman'.

Then one day just —
Suddenly, without warning or explanation.

They go out and bounce
Disappearing or leaving, perhaps without reason.

But the sun gon’ shine
Reassurance that things will get better and the future is bright.

And wounds heal with time
Expressing that emotional pain and hurt can be overcome with time and healing.

And you’ll be fine
Encouragement that everything will work out in the end.

Cuz you blessed wit’ no stress
Acknowledging that one is fortunate and has little to worry about.

Cuz we live our life like a summer vacation
Approaching life with a relaxed and carefree attitude, as one might have while on summer vacation.

I’m all cool, breezin’ like a fan on rotation, word
Describing oneself as feeling cool and comfortable, like the calming breeze from a fan rotation.

Grab the weed then I hit the door
Gathering marijuana and preparing to head out of the residence.

I got money comin’ but I want some more
Anticipating additional income, but desiring even more financial gain.

Shit, I , stackin’ paper, hope it never fold
Accumulating wealth and hoping to maintain that financial stability.

No Lamborghini dreams
Not desiring or striving for an extravagant car like a Lamborghini.

Cuz I want the Rolls
Preferring to aim for a less flashy but still luxurious vehicle like a Rolls-Royce.

Then I cop it, whip it
Investing in and obtaining a Rolls-Royce, then driving it around.

Hotter than a skillet
Describing the car as being very attractive and stylish.

Pedal to the medal
Driving at top speed.

Throw the money in the sky
Spending money freely and without concern.

We gon’ make it by tomorrow you can’t take it when you die
Optimistic about the future and living in the moment since material possessions cannot be taken after death.

And you know I —
Trailing off mid-sentence without finishing a complete thought.

And I know I’m comin’ thru with some fly shit
Anticipating coming around later with an impressive plan or item.

Fly like a pilot, sit back and watch it
Comparing oneself to a pilot, who is in control of the situation and not worried about potential issues.

James Harden, blast off like a rocket
Referring to NBA player James Harden and his impressive athletic abilities, particularly when quickly propelling forward like a rocket.

With the Rollie on my left wrist
Wearing a high-end Rolex watch on the left wrist as a sign of status and success.

Got a wife, girlfriend, and a mistress
Jokingly admitting to having multiple romantic partners at the same time.

I hit em with the charm (Charm)
Using charismatic and likable qualities to impress romantic partners or potential partners.

You know what I’m doing (Doing)
Asserting that others may not fully understand what is being accomplished or accomplished through one's actions.

My team always winning (Winning)
Feeling confident and successful when it comes to one's personal and professional life.

Your team always losing (Losing)
Implying that someone else, potentially an opponent or rival, is frequently failing or performing worse than oneself.

Man, I don’t wanna talk
Not wanting to engage in a conversation or deal with drama or conflict at the moment.

I don’t got the patience
Feeling easily frustrated or irritable and lacking the tolerance to deal with conflict or drama.

Time to roll an L
Preparing to roll a marijuana joint or blunt.

I’m sick of all this waitin’
Feeling impatient and wanting to move forward rather than continuing to wait.

We high up
We are elevated, either physically or mentally.

Riding
We are moving forward, likely travelling in a car.

Windows tinted, don’t know who the fuck inside it
The car windows are darkened, making it difficult to see who is inside the car.

Weed good, rolling
The marijuana being consumed is of high quality and is currently being rolled.

Shaded tinted cuz you know our fucking eyes lit
The tinted windows help to conceal the red eyes caused by getting high.

We summer
We are currently experiencing summer season.

Time
A reference to the current moment in time, which is during the summer season.

Fly
We are feeling free and adventurous.

Feeling so alive, puffing clouds up in the sky
We are enjoying life and smoking marijuana that produces visible smoke like clouds.

Shit’s a vibe, man
The atmosphere and feeling of the moment is positive and enjoyable.

We summertime fly, bitch
We are living life to the fullest in the summer and feeling good about it.

We summer
We are currently experiencing summer season.

Time
A reference to the current moment in time, which is during the summer season.

Fly
We are feeling free and adventurous.

Shit’s a vibe, man
The atmosphere and feeling of the moment is positive and enjoyable.

We summertime fly, bitch
We are living life to the fullest in the summer and feeling good about it.