Magic
The Smoke Lyrics

And her eyes light up like magic
The singer describes how the girl's eyes light up with excitement, as though by some kind of mystical force.

Putting dirty money in the mattress
The singer is referencing the practice of hiding money in a mattress instead of a bank. He may be suggesting illegal or dishonest activity.

Remember times that we didn't have it
The singer is reminiscing about a time when he did not have as much money or success as he does now.

When Kirby died it was tragic R.i.p Alex
The singer is mourning the loss of two people, Kirby and Alex, who seem to have had a deep impact on his life.

Sippin dirty never lean
The artist is describing the act of drinking a type of alcohol that is unclean or dangerous, as opposed to a safer form.

Like this wrist on ice cream
The singer is comparing the feeling of something cold and sweet, like ice cream, to the sensation of wearing a fancy bracelet.

Put some dirty money in the jacket Need some more where I sleep
The singer may be indicating that he has more money hidden in other places and may need even more.

Thumb through a rack when I dream
The artist is saying that in his dreams, he is able to easily and quickly count stacks of cash.

Like something is not what it seems
The singer is expressing suspicion or unease about something, suggesting that things may not be as they appear.

And I don't think I would lie to you But I had to put x on my beams
The artist asserts that he is not a liar, but had to mark his properties with an X, perhaps for security reasons.

They was running it up for them leeches
The singer is saying that others were making money for parasites or those who exploit others.

I put so many J's on my feet When I run it up
The singer describes buying a lot of expensive Jordans after becoming wealthy.

Would you still ride for me? Even if it's illegal?
The singer is asking a hypothetical question about whether the other person would support him even if it meant breaking the law.

So many things I could see through Bet you I could lose my mind Running round the east side
The singer is saying that he can see through many things and is capable of losing his mind, perhaps indicating that he is overwhelmed with thoughts or emotions.

And I hope you ain't changing ties Shawty don't let me down Homie don't let me die With a weapon I been stepping outside
The singer is expressing a desire for loyalty and protection from those around him when he goes outside, possibly suggesting a dangerous situation.

Hit the trap it was booming there Hit the track I was zooming there
The artist describes visiting different places, one of which was a drug trap and the other where he may have raced cars.

I had to ask shawty if she had a good year Don't ask me why I was over there
The singer is asking a girl he knows how her year has been, but he does not explain why he was in her area.

I don't really like new people round me I don't want to see no evil behind me
The singer is saying that he is cautious about new people in his life and fears that they may bring harm or danger.

And even if they don't know me I pray for my dogs that sit-in in county
The singer says that he hopes for the safety and well-being of those he cares about, even if they are in prison and he does not know them well.