Obsession
The Alchemist & Curren$y Lyrics


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Why the hell do you wanna quit?
You're making more goddamn money than you ever made in your life
Yeah, yeah, yeah

The stage was set when I took my first breath
I was obsessed, how much money could I get?
I was obsessed, how could I make my paper stretch?
I was obsessed, how many plays could we catch?
The stage was set when I took my first breath
I was obsessed, how much money could I get?
I was obsessed, how could I make my paper stretch?
I was obsessed, how many plays could we catch?

Preoccupied, see dollar signs in my eyes
Stay on mind, focused though I'm always high
Nigga, what's new? You walked past it before you came inside
That ZR1 in my driveway that I just got today
Could do it like we got no sense or do it the cool way
Nobody get hurt and all the real hustlers get paid
The game, Sosa laid the tone
And while over them Omar Suarez body was swinging
From the helicopter from people not doing their business proper
Learn how to extract them jewels from the movies you watching
Andretti and Alchemist formed a monopoly

The stage was set when I took my first breath
I was obsessed, how much money could I get?
I was obsessed, how could I make my paper stretch?
I was obsessed, how many plays could we catch?
The stage was set when I took my first breath
I was obsessed, how much money could I get?
I was obsessed, how could I make my paper stretch?
I was obsessed, how many plays could we catch?

Uh, da-da-da, da-da, da-da, da-da, da-da, da-da
The stage was set when I took my first breath
I was obsessed, how much money could I get?
I was obsessed, how could I make my paper stretch?
I was obsessed, how many plays could I catch?
Preoccupied, I had dollar signs in my eyes
Focused though I'm always high





He passes slower cars and zooming up
He really puts his foot in on the straightaway

Overall Meaning

In "Obsession," The Alchemist and Curren$y explore the theme of obsession with money and success. The lyrics suggest that from the very beginning, the desire for wealth and financial prosperity was ingrained in their mindset. The opening lines question why anyone would want to quit when they are making more money than they ever have before. This showcases their relentless drive to accumulate wealth and the importance they place on financial success.


The chorus repeats the idea that since birth, they have been fixated on the pursuit of money. They ponder how much money they can amass, how they can make their earnings stretch, and how many successful endeavors they can achieve. The repetition of the word "obsessed" emphasizes the intensity of their desires and the single-minded focus on their financial goals.


The verses delve deeper into their mindset, portraying their unwavering determination. The mention of seeing dollar signs in their eyes suggests that money is constantly on their mind, even when they are high. They acknowledge that their lifestyle may not be new to those around them, but the acquisition of material possessions, such as a new car, signifies their success. They also reference the influence of other successful individuals, like Sosa and Omar Suarez, highlighting the importance of learning from those who have achieved financial prosperity.


Overall, "Obsession" reveals the artists' unyielding drive for success and their single-minded focus on accumulating wealth. It offers a glimpse into their mindset, highlighting the importance they place on financial achievement and the lengths they are willing to go to attain it.


Line by Line Meaning

Why the hell do you wanna quit?
You're currently earning a significant amount of money, so why would you want to stop?


You're making more goddamn money than you ever made in your life
Your current income surpasses any earnings you've previously had.


The stage was set when I took my first breath
From the moment I was born, the foundation was laid for my obsession with wealth.


I was obsessed, how much money could I get?
I had an intense fixation on acquiring as much money as possible.


I was obsessed, how could I make my paper stretch?
I was consumed with finding ways to make my money last longer.


I was obsessed, how many plays could we catch?
I was fixated on achieving success and gaining attention from others.


Preoccupied, see dollar signs in my eyes
I constantly have visions of money in my mind, always preoccupied with financial gain.


Stay on mind, focused though I'm always high
Despite being under the influence, I remain focused on my goals and aspirations.


Nigga, what's new? You walked past it before you came inside
You've already seen and experienced the wealth and success that surrounds me.


That ZR1 in my driveway that I just got today
The luxury car, ZR1, recently acquired and parked in my driveway.


Could do it like we got no sense or do it the cool way
We have the choice to pursue wealth recklessly or to do it intelligently and smoothly.


Nobody get hurt and all the real hustlers get paid
By conducting our business ethically, we ensure that no one is harmed and that genuine hustlers receive their deserved compensation.


The game, Sosa laid the tone
Sosa, a prominent figure in the industry, established the standards and atmosphere of success.


And while over them Omar Suarez body was swinging
Amidst the chaos and violence, symbolized by Omar Suarez's body hanging from a helicopter, success is still sought after.


From the helicopter from people not doing their business proper
The helicopter serves as a reminder of the consequences faced by those who fail to conduct their business in a proper manner.


Learn how to extract them jewels from the movies you watching
Pay attention to the valuable lessons and insights you can gather from the movies you watch.


Andretti and Alchemist formed a monopoly
Andretti and Alchemist have established a dominant and exclusive presence in the music industry.


Uh, da-da-da, da-da, da-da, da-da, da-da, da-da
Non-linguistic expression, adding rhythm and flow to the song.


The stage was set when I took my first breath
From the moment I was born, the foundation was laid for my obsession with wealth.


I was obsessed, how much money could I get?
I had an intense fixation on acquiring as much money as possible.


I was obsessed, how could I make my paper stretch?
I was consumed with finding ways to make my money last longer.


I was obsessed, how many plays could we catch?
I was fixated on achieving success and gaining attention from others.


The stage was set when I took my first breath
From the moment I was born, the foundation was laid for my obsession with wealth.


I was obsessed, how much money could I get?
I had an intense fixation on acquiring as much money as possible.


I was obsessed, how could I make my paper stretch?
I was consumed with finding ways to make my money last longer.


I was obsessed, how many plays could we catch?
I was fixated on achieving success and gaining attention from others.


Preoccupied, I had dollar signs in my eyes
I constantly have visions of money in my mind, always preoccupied with financial gain.


Focused though I'm always high
Despite being under the influence, I remain focused on my goals and aspirations.


He passes slower cars and zooming up
He swiftly overtakes slower vehicles, accelerating rapidly.


He really puts his foot in on the straightaway
He accelerates with full force when driving on a straight road.




Lyrics Β© Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Shante Scott Franklin, Daniel Alan Maman

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@phantomblu4645

Part of me wishes him and Larry June would blow up and gets millions of views , but at the same time I feel like they have a loyal fan base which is better than millions of loose fans

@Mrgetdoe777

Ur wish came true lol

@adamjones2721

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@stevereno372

One of the hardest workers in rap! Rock on!

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Curren$y music always takes u to another world and make u wanna get your shit together and drive fast cars

@cruaader30

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