What Goes Around
Statik Selektah feat. Lil Fame Ea$y Money Lyrics


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They say what goes around comes around
This rap game is a gamble, it's like a roulette wheel
You just gotta learn to take the ups with the downs

Here comes the first thing, you know I don't fake it
Usually bust raps on how to rob a nigga naked
Made for the Benjie, crack era frenzy
Rest in peace [?] Spuds MacKenzie
Major or independent, this street shit I represent it
We look major on the independent
Go dig down your bitch mouth to where her neck be
And explode like Mentos in a Pepsi
Good morning, scrub, don't you all look for it, huh?
Fuck your fort, little nigga
This blood sport, little nigga
You balling on the wrong court, little nigga
Right now, homie, you staring down a barrel
This is the sound of New York airing out to battle
But as the game goes on know you lames fall off
Me and Statik show off, show off

What goes around comes around, am I coming or going?
Only God knows when my time'll come to his closing
I got a wondeful flow and a bright future, a nice Ruger
I just might shoot ya with this gun that I'm holding
I've never been no shook ass, I ain't running from no one
Brought a can of whoop ass y'all don't want me to open
Who want it with Easy? Got a militant mind
And a weapon with enough bullets to fill up your spine
Plotting on getting the mine, I may let 'em out
Bet I give 'em more rounds than a Mayweather bout
When I aim at a scout and bang 'em out
You would think his brains was chilling how them hanging out
For real, and your women I'm all in 'em
They calling 'em a G-star in the hood like raw denim
Your boy kill 'em back to back, bringing this rap shit back




Spazzing black on these Statik tracks
It's easy

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Statik Selektah feat. Lil Fame Ea$y Money's song "What Goes Around" speak to the cyclical nature of the rap game and the ups and downs that come with it. The opening line, "they say what goes around comes around," suggests a sense of karma or fate in the industry. The rap game is compared to a gamble, specifically a roulette wheel, where one must learn to take both the wins and losses.


The verses from Lil Fame and Ea$y Money describe their experiences in the industry and the street mentality they bring to their music. They rap about representing the "street shit" and how they can "dig down" their enemies with powerful wordplay. Lil Fame name-checks Spuds MacKenzie, the famous dog from Budweiser commercials, who died in the 90s. He also boasts about his ability to succeed both as a major and independent artist, indicating his versatility.


Ea$y Money brings a smooth flow and a militant mindset, bragging about his weapon and his skills in combat. He threatens to "shoot ya" with his gun and seems unafraid to battle with other rappers. He also mentions his success with women, referring to himself as a "G-star in the hood like raw denim." The overall message of the song is that while the rap game can be tough and unpredictable, the artists must stay true to their roots and use their talent to rise to the top.


Line by Line Meaning

They say what goes around comes around
People believe that actions have consequences and what you do will eventually come back to you.


This rap game is a gamble, it's like a roulette wheel
Being a rapper is a risk, just like playing roulette, you can win big or lose everything.


You just gotta learn to take the ups with the downs
To be successful as a rapper, you have to learn to handle both the good and bad times.


Here comes the first thing, you know I don't fake it
I'm going to be honest and authentic in my raps.


Usually bust raps on how to rob a nigga naked
I usually rap about criminal activity, like robbing people.


Made for the Benjie, crack era frenzy
My music is made for making money, and the era of crack cocaine added to the sense of urgency in the streets.


Rest in peace [?] Spuds MacKenzie
A reference to a marketing mascot for Bud Light, who died in 1993.


Major or independent, this street shit I represent it
Whether signed to a major label or independent, my music is for the streets.


We look major on the independent
Even though we are not signed to a major label, we still have a strong presence and influence.


Go dig down your bitch mouth to where her neck be
I'll go so hard on your girl during sex that I'll reach the back of her throat.


And explode like Mentos in a Pepsi
It will be an explosive experience, like Mentos in a bottle of Pepsi.


Good morning, scrub, don't you all look for it, huh?
I'm not afraid to confront my enemies and challenge them.


Fuck your fort, little nigga
I don't care about your defenses or your status, I'll still come for you.


This blood sport, little nigga
The rap game is a bloody competition, and I'm not afraid to fight.


You balling on the wrong court, little nigga
You may think you're doing well, but you're not playing in the right arena.


Right now, homie, you staring down a barrel
You're facing a dangerous situation.


This is the sound of New York airing out to battle
This is what it sounds like when New York rappers compete in a rap battle.


But as the game goes on know you lames fall off
As time goes on, less talented rappers will fade away.


Me and Statik show off, show off
We will continue to be successful and show our skills.


What goes around comes around, am I coming or going?
I'm wondering if I'll experience positive or negative consequences for my actions.


Only God knows when my time'll come to his closing
I don't know when my time will end, only God knows.


I got a wonderful flow and a bright future, a nice Ruger
I have great talent and potential, as well as a gun to protect myself if needed.


I just might shoot ya with this gun that I'm holding
I am not afraid to use my gun if necessary.


I've never been no shook ass, I ain't running from no one
I'm not scared of anyone and I won't back down.


Brought a can of whoop ass y'all don't want me to open
I am ready to fight and unleash my skills.


Who want it with Easy? Got a militant mind
I am ready to take on anyone and I have a strong, disciplined mindset.


And a weapon with enough bullets to fill up your spine
My gun has many bullets and can cause severe damage.


Plotting on getting the mine, I may let 'em out
I am focused on getting money and may resort to violence if necessary.


Bet I give 'em more rounds than a Mayweather bout
I will hit my enemies with more bullets than a typical boxing match.


When I aim at a scout and bang 'em out
I will hit my target with precision.


You would think his brains was chilling how them hanging out
His brains will be so damaged that they will look like they are hanging out of his head.


For real, and your women I'm all in 'em
I am successful with women and have sexual relationships with many of them.


They calling 'em a G-star in the hood like raw denim
People in my community see me as a successful and respected gangster.


Your boy kill 'em back to back, bringing this rap shit back
I am killing it with my raps and helping to revive the rap genre.


Spazzing black on these Statik tracks
I am excelling and going hard on Statik Selektah's tracks.


It's easy
Success comes easy to me.




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Comments from YouTube:

@marcushodge94

This is a VERY underrated song! Probably one of my favorite's EVER! Just wish it was a little longer the second verse us!!🔥🔥

@Kaneoooi

The levels are HIGH! Ea$y goes the f*ck in!

@nlouca85

This beat is crack, I keep coming back for more

@camplo777

Lil fame is a g.o.a.t.!!!!

@cloudparter

This beat is flames.  Killer track.  Great way to start an album.

@errolbeckford1835

This beats is fire 🚒

@AnthonySmith-sy9qt

This goes so hard

@Slabby139

this song is my shit

@smily426

🔥🔥🔥

@db32585

damn...just...damn

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