Still Alive
Surf Lyrics


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Tool on me, no mechanic.
Blow that bag don't panic.
White girl on me no fanning.
Hella jacksons no janet.

Ice on me, titanic.
Bankroll looks gigantic.
Keep me a pack no fanny.
How the fuck did i manage?

Pop out the cut, do damage.
Fani bandana bandit.
AK came with bananas.
Black and white shit like panda.

Upgraded my standards
Got a bitch that came with manners.
My bro died off them pills.
I gotta stop popping these xannies.

And it's all GG like kellogg.
That boy was up but he fell off.
And I really been getting this money.
I can show y'all. I don't gotta tell y'all.

Sipping pink like benadryl.
I was off a pill going for the kill.
Diamonds on me, they be deep water.
If I blow the wheel, I'm a navy seal.

Blowing gas for the thrill.
New vivienne give me chills.
New bitches come to the crib.
So many bullets fit in the clip.

Talked to the devil i made a deal.
I fucked that bitch and we made a film.
You said that you would be loving me.
How in the hell is you loving him?

I got a girl that lives in paris.
She be saying comment allez-vous.
Shawty be telling me it's my world.
I didn't know that I had the juice.

I put the team on my back like Luka.
I'm a real good shooter.
Count up this money let's do it.
Boy you a square no rubiks.

Smoking this gas, wanna lose myself.
You ain't getting money oughta shoot yourself.
You wanna win? Better prove yourself.
You in the way, better move yourself.

Walk in the crib like, Who goes there?
Keep me a strap like who gon dare?
Need two hoes like who gon pair?
Running this shit like who compare?

Know you an opp like you gon tell.
Trap out the crib like who gon sell?
Jump out the roof, I'm too compelled.
Too many people, I need two phones.

Shawty won't ever just leave me alone.
She's getting mad cause I'm leading her on.
Foot on the pedal I'm speeding back home.


I like it then i buy.
Don't even check the price.
I don't gamble with my life.
I don't even roll those dice.
In these streets i'm certified.
I had so many sleepless nights.
Know I'd see my mama cry,
If she seen me with her eyes.

No, my life it wasn't nice.
Somehow I'll be still alright.
Somehow I'm here still alive.
Somehow I'm here I stayed alive.
Somehow I'm here I'm still alive.
Somehow I'm here I stayed alive.




Somehow I'm here I'm still alive.
Somehow I'm here I stayed alive.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Surf's song "Still Alive" revolve around themes of survival, resilience, and self-reflection. The opening lines "Tool on me, no mechanic" and "Blow that bag, don't panic" suggest that the singer is prepared and equipped to handle any challenges that come their way. The mention of a "white girl" and "Hella Jacksons" may refer to drugs and money, symbolizing the fast-paced and potentially dangerous lifestyle the singer leads.


The following lines continue to depict the singer's extravagant lifestyle, with references to wealth, ice, and a large bankroll. However, amidst the grandeur, there is a sense of self-awareness and questioning as the singer admits, "How the fuck did I manage?" This line acknowledges the singer's surprise at their own success or perhaps their acknowledgment of the dangerous path they have chosen.


As the song progresses, the lyrics touch upon themes of loss and regret. The mention of a friend's death from pills highlights the consequences and dangers of substance abuse, leading the singer to acknowledge the need to stop taking Xanax. The line "And it's all GG like Kellogg" playfully references the popular children's cereal brand and suggests that despite the challenges faced, the singer remains positive and resilient.


The lyrics also touch upon relationships and love. The singer references a girl who lives in Paris who assures him that it's his world, highlighting the sense of empowerment and self-assurance they derive from this connection. However, there is also a sense of betrayal and confusion as the singer questions how someone who claimed to love them could be involved with someone else.


Overall, "Still Alive" conveys a complex mix of confidence, introspection, and vulnerability, delving into themes of survival, self-reflection, and personal growth. It encourages listeners to persevere through adversity, while also exploring the highs and lows of success and relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

Tool on me, no mechanic.
I have a weapon with me, and I don't need someone to fix it for me.


Blow that bag don't panic.
I spend a lot of money without worrying or getting stressed.


White girl on me no fanning.
I have a white girl (cocaine) with me, no need for a fan to cool her down.


Hella jacksons no janet.
I have a lot of hundred-dollar bills, like the Jacksons (referring to the iconic family), but not like Janet Jackson (less known for her wealth).


Ice on me, titanic.
I have a lot of ice/jewelry on me, just like how the Titanic was covered in ice before it sank.


Bankroll looks gigantic.
My money stack is enormous and looks incredibly large.


Keep me a pack no fanny.
I always have a pack of drugs with me, never leaving it behind.


How the fuck did i manage?
I'm surprised and questioning how I was able to handle or succeed in a certain situation.


Pop out the cut, do damage.
I suddenly appear and cause harm or create chaos in a situation.


Fani bandana bandit.
I wear a bandana around my face when committing crimes or illegal activities.


AK came with bananas.
My AK (assault rifle) came equipped with large-capacity magazines, able to hold a lot of ammunition just like bananas in a bunch.


Black and white shit like panda.
I'm involved in activities related to both black and white markets, similar to the panda animal's black and white fur.


Upgraded my standards
I have raised my expectations and requirements for myself or others.


Got a bitch that came with manners.
I'm in a relationship with a woman who has good manners and behaves respectfully.


My bro died off them pills.
My friend died from an overdose or negative effects of taking pills.


I gotta stop popping these xannies.
I need to stop taking Xanax pills, as they are causing harm or negative consequences in my life.


And it's all GG like kellogg.
Everything is good like Kellogg, referring to the brand known for breakfast cereal and indicating that everything is going well and smooth.


That boy was up but he fell off.
That person used to be successful or on top, but they experienced a decline or loss of their position/status.


And I really been getting this money.
I have been genuinely earning a lot of money.


I can show y'all. I don't gotta tell y'all.
I can prove and demonstrate my success and wealth instead of just talking about it.


Sipping pink like benadryl.
I am drinking a pink-colored drink, similar to the effect of sipping a medication like Benadryl for its calming effects.


I was off a pill going for the kill.
I was under the influence of a pill, feeling aggressive and ready to harm or kill someone.


Diamonds on me, they be deep water.
The diamonds I have on me are of excellent quality and shine, resembling deep water in their clarity and radiance.


If I blow the wheel, I'm a navy seal.
If I drive recklessly or at high speed, I am as skilled and efficient as a member of the Navy SEALs.


Blowing gas for the thrill.
I am smoking marijuana for the excitement and exhilaration it brings.


New vivienne give me chills.
A new clothing item by the brand Vivienne Westwood gives me a thrilling or exciting sensation.


New bitches come to the crib.
New attractive women visit my home.


So many bullets fit in the clip.
The magazine of my firearm can hold a significant number of bullets.


Talked to the devil I made a deal.
I had a conversation or interaction with evil or negative influences and made a mutually beneficial agreement.


I fucked that bitch and we made a film.
I had sexual intercourse with a woman, and the experience was so remarkable that it could be considered worthy of making a movie about.


You said that you would be loving me.
You claimed that you would love and care for me.


How in the hell is you loving him?
It is difficult for me to understand how you can claim to love someone else instead of me.


I got a girl that lives in paris.
I am in a romantic relationship with a woman who resides in Paris, France.


She be saying comment allez-vous.
She often says 'how are you?' in French ('comment allez-vous?').


Shawty be telling me it's my world.
The woman I'm involved with keeps reminding me that I am in control or have power in our relationship.


I didn't know that I had the juice.
I was unaware of my influence, charisma, or desirability in the eyes of others.


I put the team on my back like Luka.
I carry the weight and responsibility of the team like basketball player Luka Dončić does for his team.


I'm a real good shooter.
I have exceptional aim and skill with a firearm.


Count up this money let's do it.
Let's count the money I have and enjoy the process.


Boy you a square no rubiks.
You are a boring or uncool person, lacking any complexity or challenge like a solved Rubik's Cube.


Smoking this gas, wanna lose myself.
I am smoking high-quality marijuana to the point where I feel completely detached from reality or lose my sense of self.


You ain't getting money oughta shoot yourself.
If you're not making money, you should consider harming yourself out of frustration or to end your misery.


You wanna win? Better prove yourself.
If you desire to win or succeed, you must demonstrate your abilities and show that you are worthy.


You in the way, better move yourself.
If you're hindering or obstructing progress, it's in your best interest to get out of the way.


Walk in the crib like, Who goes there?
When entering my residence, I adopt a cautious and vigilant attitude, asking who is present or entering.


Keep me a strap like who gon dare?
I always carry a firearm or weapon, challenging anyone who would dare to confront me.


Need two hoes like who gon pair?
I desire or require two attractive women to accompany me, wondering who would be suitable or willing to be a pair.


Running this shit like who compare?
I am dominating or in control of this situation or industry, and there's no one who can match or compare to me.


Know you an opp like you gon tell.
I am aware that you are an opponent or enemy, someone likely to betray me or provide information to the authorities.


Trap out the crib like who gon sell?
I am involved in drug dealing or illegal activities from my residence, wondering who would be interested in buying drugs from me.


Jump out the roof, I'm too compelled.
I impulsively or eagerly jump out of a building's roof, unable to resist the urge or temptation.


Too many people, I need two phones.
I have a lot of contacts or connections and cannot manage or handle them all with just one phone, so I need two.


Shawty won't ever just leave me alone.
The woman I'm involved with constantly seeks my attention, never giving me space or privacy.


She's getting mad cause I'm leading her on.
She is becoming angry or upset because I am giving her false hope or leading her to believe there is a romantic future between us.


Foot on the pedal I'm speeding back home.
I am driving fast with my foot on the accelerator, rushing back home in a hurry or urgency.


I like it then I buy.
If I enjoy or appreciate something, I immediately purchase it without hesitation.


Don't even check the price.
I don't bother examining or considering the cost of an item before buying it.


I don't gamble with my life.
I don't take unnecessary risks or engage in activities that may endanger my wellbeing or existence.


I don't even roll those dice.
I don't even participate in games of chance or take any risks at all.


In these streets I'm certified.
I have gained respect and recognition within the streets and have proven myself to be trustworthy and reliable.


I had so many sleepless nights.
I experienced countless nights where I couldn't sleep due to various reasons or circumstances.


Know I'd see my mama cry, if she seen me with her eyes.
If my mother saw the life I lead or witnessed the things I do, she would be devastated and cry.


No, my life it wasn't nice.
Contrary to what it may seem, my life has not been pleasant or enjoyable.


Somehow I'll be still alright.
Despite the hardships and challenges I face, somehow I will manage to be fine or okay.


Somehow I'm here still alive.
Against all odds or expectations, I am still alive and have survived.


Somehow I'm here I stayed alive.
Through various circumstances or situations, I managed to stay alive and continue my existence.


Somehow I'm here I'm still alive.
I am surprised or grateful that I have managed to stay alive despite everything I've been through.


Somehow I'm here I stayed alive.
Despite the struggles and dangers I faced, I managed to survive and remain alive.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Amir Benjamin

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