False Idols
The Weeknd Lyrics

Be careful with who you call a God
Exercise caution when attributing godlike status to someone

I can't go without my pole and my rod
I rely on my weapons to protect myself

Sip the cup and then I nod
After indulging in substances, I acknowledge my state of mind

Made a hundred million, must be good at my job
My success in earning a large sum of money implies competence in my profession

I done made it out the land of the brave
I have successfully escaped a dangerous situation

I can tell you, shake my hand, that is fate
I believe it is destined for me to confidently proclaim my beliefs

Free the guys, the ones who never made a stage
Advocate for the release of those who were not able to fulfill their ambitions

Slidin' with a Drac', I made it home safe
I navigated through a risky situation, armed with a firearm, and returned home unharmed

Baseball numbers on all of my contracts
My contracts involve large figures and substantial financial rewards

Big and them buddies, they all on my contacts
I have influential and important individuals within my social circle

I get you hit on GP, they grow nothin' back
I have the power to orchestrate a violent response without fearing retaliation

Made twenty million last month, tryna run it back
I earned a significant amount of money recently and strive to repeat that success

It goes down, I'm the one they gon' blame
In moments of crisis, I am the individual who will face accountability

Gotta leave with my soul, how I came
I must exit a situation with my integrity intact, just as I entered

I know it look lit when I'm rockin' these chains
Although flashy, my extravagant chains do not truly define my success

But I went through a lot for this money and fame
I endured numerous hardships to acquire my wealth and popularity

I did a lot to get here, no comment
I accomplished a great deal to reach this position, but prefer not to elaborate

I put a lot in my ear, both of 'em
I invested significant resources into acquiring valuable information

The Rari is fast as it gets, hold on
My luxury sports car is exceptionally swift, brace yourself

I'm 'bout to take her back with me
Soon, I will accompany a woman back to my location

I don't want beef with you niggas
I have no interest in conflict with certain individuals

My beef with the system
My grievances lie with societal structures rather than individuals

Big bro at the end of his habeas
My older brother is nearing the end of his legal sentence

I talk to him daily, I told him he still comin' home
I communicate with my brother regularly and assure him of his eventual release

I just hope he don't think I'm just sayin' shit
I am concerned that my brother may doubt the sincerity of my words

When money keeps comin', the feelin' is great
The continuous influx of money brings about a sense of immense satisfaction

I pay eight figure taxes, no more section eight
I contribute significant amounts in taxes and have transcended a lower socioeconomic status

I was workin' my wrist tryna see what it take
I engaged in manual labor to test my endurance and capabilities

Made a thirty to sixty, the feeling's amazing
I attained a significant achievement within a specified timeframe and it feels incredible

Now I can charge by the hour, sixty minutes
I have reached a level of success where my time is highly valuable and can be monetized

Say they pay me a minute, that's crazy
The idea of someone compensating me for every minute of my time is absurd

My diamonds really be shinin', no shade
My gemstones genuinely radiate brilliance, without any shadow blocking the light

I'm goin' all in, no stoppin', okay
I am fully committed to pursuing my goals and will not be deterred

L.A filled with fake prophecies
Los Angeles is abundant with false predictions and claims of divine knowledge

They hate it when you get on top
People harbor resentment towards your success and prominence

Magazines tarnish legacies
Publications often damage the reputation and impact of historical figures

Can you tell me how much did it cost?
Can you provide the monetary value associated with a particular expense?

A hundred mill' ain't a stretch for me
Acquiring one hundred million dollars is a feasible feat for me

Packin' stadiums 'cause I'm a star
I am able to attract large crowds and fill stadiums due to my celebrity status

Bots can't buy box seats
Automated accounts cannot purchase premium seating at events

If you ain't down, you an enemy
Those who are not loyal or supportive are considered adversaries

I got followers that'll kill for me
My devoted followers are willing to commit acts of violence on my behalf

And they linin' up like a DMV
They eagerly await their turn, forming orderly queues reminiscent of a DMV

With the finest girls that you've ever seen
In the company of exceptionally attractive women

She from California, she's so aligned
The woman hails from California and possesses a profound connection or compatibility

Diet Coke with the coke diet
She consumes Diet Coke as a beverage while simultaneously engaging in a cocaine habit

She ride my face with my stash watch
She engages in oral sexual activity while also paying attention to my precious belongings

She got Chrome Hearts on with the black attire
She adorns herself with Chrome Hearts accessories while dressed in stylish dark clothing

My niggas roll with the chrome and the heavy metal
My associates carry firearms, specifically chrome and heavy metal variants

Talkin' guns, no roses, it ain't Coachella
Our discussions revolve around firearms rather than flowers, as this is not a festival atmosphere

I'm a good fella, I'm a good fella
I am a respectable and trustworthy individual

Johnny Depp with the blow, I'm a good fella
Similar to the character played by Johnny Depp, I am involved in the cocaine trade and maintain my reputation as a good person

I'm in paradise, I'm in paradise
I am currently residing in a state of bliss or euphoria

But these false idols got me terrified
I experience fear and apprehension due to the presence of deceptive figures of worship

Life is war in the face of God
Existence is marked by conflict and struggle, even before a divine entity

We still walk in when the cameras off
We continue our endeavors even when we are not being observed or in the public eye

She a femme fatale, she a superstar
She embodies the archetype of a mysterious and dangerous woman, possessing qualities of both a femme fatale and a renowned celebrity

Even down to the way that she breakin' hearts
She possesses a skillful and captivating ability to emotionally harm others

She ain't actin', I'm not an actor
Her behavior is not an act, and I am a genuine person rather than a performer

'Cause reality is what I'm after
I prioritize truth and authenticity in my pursuits

Real emotions, I'm tryna capture
I aim to portray genuine emotions and capture them in their raw form

Suck my soul up, like the rapture
She consumes my essence and vitality, likened to the biblical event of the rapture

Don't remember my last line, man I cut up these lines
I am unable to recall my previous statement, possibly due to the use of cocaine

Rumors that you heard about me is right
The rumors you have come across concerning me are accurate

Even startin' to believin' all they lies
I am beginning to believe the falsehoods and fabrications that have been spread

So terrified in this paradise
Despite being in a seemingly ideal environment, I am filled with intense fear

He is coming
A divine figure is approaching or arriving

He will find her
This divine being will locate and encounter her

He will fix her
He will alleviate her troubles or heal her

And make us better, ooh
Furthermore, his presence will enhance and improve all of us

Like a God in the sky watchin' over you
Similar to a deity, he observes and oversees your actions from above

Would you hide in his hands and you'll be brand new?
If you were to seek refuge in his embrace, you would experience a transformative rejuvenation

Like a God
Comparable to a divine being

Like a God
Resembling a godlike entity

Like a God
Similar to the presence and qualities of a god