The Island
The Island Lyrics


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All about my paper call me Pillsbury dough boy
Chef Island cause I love seeing all my bread rise
Why my eyes red cause I adore all these dead guys
These blue faces can put you top of the headlines
Ask me could I ever be a broke nigga
Putting in this time just to gloat nigga
Never sell my soul like a hoe nigga
Grinding til I'm sitting with the goats nigga
Left right yeah I said left right
I be stepping to the money left right
Moving like a soldier following orders left right
Fall in formation here we go
She wanna touch me cause she know I'm getting bread right
Now she wanna love me cause she see a meal ticket
Calling me honey because she see I'm getting biscuits
I could never wife a thot no I could not risk it
If my mans want me to pass her off
You know I dish it
Rondo number 9 I'm referring to my dick kid
And I'm nice with the assist she became his mistress
If his wife asks that's really none my business
All about my paper call me Pillsbury dough boy
Chef Island cause I love seeing all my bread rise
Why my eyes red cause I adore all these dead guys
These blue faces can put you top of the headlines
Ask me could I ever be a broke nigga
Putting in this time just to gloat nigga
Never sell my soul like a hoe nigga
Grinding til I'm sitting with the goats nigga
Never played an instrument I marched to my own noise
How did I become infatuated with all these bands boy
Talk about me all you want I promise I aint paranoid
Moving with such strength you'll swear I'm on steroids
I feel like the Hulk you move in strides I move in bulk
When it's crunch time you'll find out I'm chosen and you choke
I'm the nigga you don't wanna nigga you don't wanna poke
I'm beast I'm bear where's my pole always tote
I don't wanna ever be a broke boi
I don't wanna ever be a broke boi
I don't wanna ever be a broke boi
I don't wanna ever be a broke boi
All about my paper call me Pillsbury dough boy
Chef Island cause I love seeing all my bread rise
Why my eyes red cause I adore all these dead guys
These blue faces can put you top of the headlines
Ask me could I ever be a broke nigga
Putting in this time just to gloat nigga




Never sell my soul like a hoe nigga
Grinding til I'm sitting with the goats nigga

Overall Meaning

The Island's song "The Island" seems to be a celebration of wealth and success. The use of food metaphors in the opening lines suggest that the artist is making bread and accumulating wealth. He describes himself as the "Pillsbury Dough Boy," a well-known brand of baking products, and as a "Chef Island" who loves "seeing all my bread rise." The repetition of the phrase "all about my paper" throughout the song reinforces the idea that the artist is focused on money.


The lyrics also touch on the concept of mortality. The line "Why my eyes red cause I adore all these dead guys" suggests that the artist is obsessed with the idea of death and perhaps the fame that comes with it. The use of the phrase "blue faces" may refer to the $100 bill or the blue ink used to print it, reinforcing the focus on wealth.


The artist also emphasizes the importance of hard work and dedication, stating that he is "putting in this time just to gloat" and "grinding til I'm sitting with the goats" (referring to the highest achievers). He also asserts that he will never "sell my soul like a hoe" or compromise his values for success.


Overall, the song celebrates wealth, success, and hard work, while also touching on themes of mortality and the pursuit of fame.


Line by Line Meaning

All about my paper call me Pillsbury dough boy
I am focused on making money and accumulating wealth, likening myself to the iconic Pillsbury dough boy.


Chef Island cause I love seeing all my bread rise
I am proud of my success and take pleasure in watching my wealth grow, comparing it to the process of baking bread.


Why my eyes red cause I adore all these dead guys
My eyes are red because I am up late working to make more money, as I am driven by my admiration for successful people who are no longer alive.


These blue faces can put you top of the headlines
Acquiring a lot of money can attract a lot of attention, which can raise someone's profile and put them in the spotlight.


Ask me could I ever be a broke nigga
Despite my current success, I am constantly aware of the possibility of losing it all and becoming broke.


Putting in this time just to gloat nigga
I am not working hard simply to show off or brag about my accomplishments, but rather to continue to build my wealth and success.


Never sell my soul like a hoe nigga
I am determined to maintain my values and integrity, refusing to compromise them for the sake of money or success.


Grinding til I'm sitting with the goats nigga
I am putting in the hard work and effort needed to reach the highest levels of success, ultimately joining the ranks of the greatest of all time.


Left right yeah I said left right
I am marching forward towards my goals, emphasizing the steps I am taking to achieve them.


I be stepping to the money left right
I am making steady progress towards acquiring more wealth and success.


Moving like a soldier following orders left right
I am moving with discipline and focus, following a clear plan and strategy to reach my goals.


Fall in formation here we go
I am ready and prepared to take action and move forward towards success.


She wanna touch me cause she know I'm getting bread right
People are attracted to my success and wealth, and may try to take advantage of it for their own benefit.


Now she wanna love me cause she see a meal ticket
People may try to form relationships with me based on my wealth and success, seeing me as a source of financial gain.


Calling me honey because she see I'm getting biscuits
People may use terms of endearment or flattery to try and gain access to my wealth and success.


I could never wife a thot no I could not risk it
I am cautious about people who may try to exploit my wealth or success, and would not enter into a serious relationship with someone who is only interested in money.


If my mans want me to pass her off you know I dish it
If someone I know wants to pursue a casual relationship with someone I have been involved with, I am willing to pass them off to avoid drama or conflict.


Rondo number 9 I'm referring to my dick kid
I am making a crude reference to my own genitals, referencing a Chicago rapper named Rondo who is known for similar lyrics.


And I'm nice with the assist she became his mistress
I am skilled at helping other men cheat on their partners, and may also benefit financially from such situations.


If his wife asks that's really none my business
I am not interested in getting involved in the personal drama of others, and will keep my involvement in such situations private to avoid trouble.


Never played an instrument I marched to my own noise
I have succeeded in life without relying on traditional measures of success, such as musical talent or academic achievement.


How did I become infatuated with all these bands boy
I have become obsessed with acquiring wealth as the measure of my success and status.


Talk about me all you want I promise I aint paranoid
I am aware that people may gossip or speak negatively about me, but am not overly concerned about it or paranoid.


Moving with such strength you'll swear I'm on steroids
I am driven and determined in my pursuit of success, appearing strong and powerful to others.


I feel like the Hulk you move in strides I move in bulk
I feel powerful and unstoppable in my pursuit of success, moving forward in large, impactful steps.


When it's crunch time you'll find out I'm chosen and you choke
When faced with high-pressure situations, I rise to the occasion and succeed, while others may falter or fail to meet expectations.


I'm the nigga you don't wanna nigga you don't wanna poke
I am confident in my own power and success, and others should not underestimate me or try to challenge me.


I'm beast I'm bear where's my pole always tote
I am strong and powerful like a wild animal, always ready to defend and protect myself and my success.


I don't wanna ever be a broke boi
I am determined to avoid poverty and maintain my wealth and success at all costs.


I don't wanna ever be a broke boi
I am emphasizing the importance of success and wealth to me, and the motivation that drives me to continue to strive for it.


I don't wanna ever be a broke boi
I am expressing my disdain for poverty and my determination to avoid it at all costs.


I don't wanna ever be a broke boi
I am reminding myself of my goals and motivations, and encouraging myself to continue working hard to achieve them.




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Written by: Willie Beamon III

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