Two 7" singles and a new CD album are due out later this year.
The Model
The Routes Lyrics
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It's gon' be so many Dolphs and they gon'
It's gon' be someone that's gon' take this shit and do it way bigger
And really hit major licks with it, know what I mean?
So that's what I'm doing it for, I just signed
I just signed a new artist
Shoutout my lil' brother Kenny Muney
Wait, what'd you say? (Kenny Muney)
I was sittin' in the hood with a dream and a weed sack
Fast forward, chasing millions with my role model
Who would've seen that?
Who would've ever thought that?
Who would've ever thought that I'd make it out the trenches
Turn myself into a boss? (Yeah)
Turn my trap house to a loft and turn my hustlin' to a law
Go and get the money by any means, young nigga, don't fall off (no)
I wasn't lookin' up to no ball players
Where I'm from, all the trap niggas had it all
Seen a nigga come through 911 Porsche, I was like yeah, fuck a job
Big diamond chain, big diamond Range, yeah, my role model had it all (yeah)
I wanted to be like him right there, I want that same type of car
I don't care if I gotta sell some pounds, I don't care if I gotta go and rob
I knew I had to do what I had to do, I had to go hard (yeah)
Get off your ass, go get a bag, whatever you gotta do, go do it
I was on the block bumpin' that High Class Street Music (trap)
Twenty four hours workin' the trap, I was not snoozing
Until somebody told me, "You got a gift, nigga, go use it"
Got up in the booth, a lot of niggas tried to recruit me
My role model turned a lot of deals down, I did too, bitch
You know what you worth, you let them short you, nigga, you stupid
He showed me how to steer my own car, now I'm cruisin'
Yeah, I'm in full control, I'm doing what I wanna do, bitch
But I can't lie, I'm heated, all this ice can't even cool me
You ever lost a part of your heart and can't nothing soothe it?
Have you ever been sad at the ending of a good movie?
But this shit ain't never ending, come and film this
Put this on my soul, I bet I let these niggas feel me (on God)
I don't wanna talk, I wanna put some in the ceiling
Put something' in the ground and watched his soul float to the ceiling
Too many fuck niggas living, how'd they take the realest? (How?)
Tell me, how the fuck these niggas take my role model?
Don't too many niggas get to meet their role model
But mines turned into my brother, I got money with my role model
On stage with my role model
I can tell the world that my big brother was my role model
Street nigga, good father, who a better role model?
We locked in forever, nigga, Paper Route and Whole Lotta
I'ma make sure that they feel this
Wanna stop us, gon' have to do more than kill us
Yeah, I'm hurting, all this ice can't help me heal up
Go ask him about the nigga once, then you my nigga
Your favorite rapper know he was his role model too
But nine times out of ten, these niggas ain't gon' tell the truth
These niggas hate us but they love us, they do everything we do
We role models
The lyrics to The Routes's song "The Model" delve deep into the themes of mentorship, aspiration, success, and loss. The opening lines reflect on the inevitability of new talents emerging and surpassing the current generation. The mention of Dolph signifies the idea of someone possibly stepping into the spotlight and achieving even greater success, hinting at the cycle of growth and evolution in the music industry. This sets the stage for self-reflection and motivation for the singer.
The subsequent verses paint a vivid picture of the singer's journey from humble beginnings in the hood to striving for success alongside a role model who showed them a path out of the trenches. The lyrics capture the desire to elevate oneself, both financially and personally, by emulating the success of a mentor figure who had it all. This narrative is intertwined with themes of perseverance, hard work, and the will to succeed despite the challenges faced on the streets.
The singer's admiration for their role model is palpable throughout the song, as they recount the drive to achieve a similar level of success and luxury, even if it means resorting to unconventional means. The imagery of turning a trap house into a loft and hustling to establish oneself as a boss underscores the transformation and determination showcased in the lyrics. The influence of the role model is evident in the decision to pursue a better life, even if it means taking risky or morally ambiguous actions to reach those goals.
Towards the end of the song, the tone shifts to introspection and contemplation of loss and legacy. The emotional weight of losing a mentor and the impact of their guidance on the singer's life is conveyed with poignant lyrics. The idea of carrying on the legacy of the role model and becoming a mentor figure in turn reflects a full-circle journey of growth and influence. The notion of being a role model and the complexities that come with that responsibility are explored, highlighting the duality of admiration and envy from peers in the industry. Ultimately, the song encapsulates a profound narrative of mentorship, ambition, and the impact of powerful influences in shaping one's path to success.
Line by Line Meaning
The, the, the ones coming up, what you think they gon' do?
What do you think the younger generation will accomplish as they strive to surpass our achievements?
It's gon' be so many Dolphs and they gon'
There will be many individuals following in our footsteps and achieving great success
It's gon' be someone that's gon' take this shit and do it way bigger
There will be individuals who will take this opportunity and elevate it to new heights
And really hit major licks with it, know what I mean?
And achieve significant success with it, do you understand?
So that's what I'm doing it for, I just signed
That is my motivation, I recently signed
I just signed a new artist
I recently signed a talented newcomer
Shoutout my lil' brother Kenny Muney
Acknowledging and showing appreciation for my younger brother Kenny Muney
Wait, what'd you say? (Kenny Muney)
Did you mention something? (Referring specifically to Kenny Muney)
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Kenneth Greene
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