In this track, they describe the quiet luxuries in life, like having Hulu Plus, getting frequent haircuts, and drinking expensive alcohol. The Gang describes these small, common luxuries to demonstrate the contrast between the lives of everyday people like themselves and other rappers who rap about their extravagant lifestyles and wealth. Money is a common subject of Tiny Meat Gang songs, with “Stinky Money” and “I’m Rich” having similar themes.
No Flex
Tiny Meat Gang Lyrics
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No flex
I don't mean to flex
But I've been having sex
Like once a week at least or two
If my girl ain't stressed
But my bandwidth is flat
I got the Hulu plus bitch
Streaming with no ads
I don't pay the tab
I'm drinking whisky neat (hard)
Cause I know the owner Paul
He let me drink for free
I get my haircut twice a month that's my routine
Don't mean to stunt but its tough when my neck so clean
I'm speaking Spanish to the valet (no flex)
He peep my girl she got the v neck out here showing breast
Push an entry level Audi
My jeans distressed
My 9-5 keep me tied down like I'm possessed
I could buy out H&M (cash)
No interest on the lease I'm controlling what I spend (smart)
Give me 16 months Imma sign that shit again
Money looking nice got me keeping up with trends
Flex, not tryna flex
Man I'm holding half a stack not tryna flex
Flex, not tryna flex
Take your bitch to Nordstrom rack that's not a flex
Body count up in the double digits (11)
And when we hit the club we greasing palms and we get in it
Pull up in a foreign whip you hear my Honda civic
I pulled another foreign bitch I
think she might be British (I got a text!)
Pop the fucking champagne sipping cooks
And if I like her Imma poke her
Go insane on the book
I'm reckless on the gram
I can't be tamed, I'm a crook
I'm back 50 weeks
Liking pics you wish you could
You can call me two faced with the way I'm tossing coin
I don't do no chains, jeans too tight around my groin
Posting smoking on the pan bitch
I don't roll no joints
Got a couple open bottles rolling through these checkpoints
Man I always pay the rent
Ain't no holds up on my checks
If the waitress treat me right I'm tipping 21 percent
Pay for title should be canceled every month but I forget
It's whatever, Im too clever get refunded by the rep
Motherfucker it's not a-
Flex, not tryna flex
Man I'm holding half a stack not tryna flex
Flex, not tryna flex
Take your bitch to Nordstrom rack that's not a flex
The song "No Flex" by Tiny Meat Gang is a satire of the concept of flexing in hip-hop music. The artists, Cody Ko and Noel Miller, use tongue-in-cheek humor to poke fun at people who try too hard to appear wealthy, successful or boastful in their lyrics. The lyrics of the song repeat the phrase "No flex" throughout, implying that they aren't trying to show off or pretend to be something they're not.
The first verse of the song lists various things that the artists do or have, but emphasizes that they are not flaunting them as a way to impress others. For example, the line "Man I got tens of dollars in my pocket right now" is a nod to the popular phrase "I got $100 in my pocket" from the song "Thrift Shop" by Macklemore and Ryan Lewis. However, the fact that the amount is only "tens of dollars" is meant to be humorous and self-deprecating.
The second verse continues with this theme, mentioning the artist's sex life, tech setup and drinking habits, but always ending each line with "No flex." The artists also make reference to social media and their tendency to post about their experiences, but acknowledge that they are aware of the superficiality of it all.
Overall, "No Flex" is a commentary on the pressure to present oneself in a certain way in the hip-hop community. The artists are poking fun at the idea that success is defined by material possessions and sexual prowess, suggesting that true confidence comes from being comfortable with oneself and not trying too hard to impress others.
Line by Line Meaning
Man I got tens of dollars in my pocket right now
I have some money on me, but it's not worth bragging about
No flex
I'm not trying to show off
I don't mean to flex
But I've been having sex
Like once a week at least or two
If my girl ain't stressed
I don't want to sound boastful, but I've been sexually active lately, at least once or twice a week, if my girlfriend is not feeling anxious about it
I don't mean to brag
But my bandwidth is flat
I got the Hulu plus bitch
Streaming with no ads
I don't want to come across as arrogant, but my internet speed is fantastic, and I can stream Hulu Plus without any ads
I don't pay the tab
I'm drinking whisky neat (hard)
Cause I know the owner Paul
He let me drink for free
I don't have to pay for my drinks because I know the bar owner Paul and he lets me have them for free
I get my haircut twice a month that's my routine
Don't mean to stunt but its tough when my neck so clean
I regularly get my hair cut twice a month, and it's hard not to show off my clean, well-groomed neck
I'm speaking Spanish to the valet (no flex)
He peep my girl she got the v-neck out here showing breast
I'm speaking Spanish to the valet because I know the language, not to show off. He noticed my girlfriend's revealing V-neck shirt.
Push an entry-level Audi
My jeans distressed
My 9-5 keep me tied down like I'm possessed
I drive an Audi that's not too fancy, but my distressed jeans add to my cool vibe. My full-time job can be stressful and overwhelming.
I could buy out H&M (cash)
No interest on the lease I'm controlling what I spend (smart)
Give me 16 months Imma sign that shit again
Money looking nice got me keeping up with trends
I could afford to buy everything in H&M with cash, and I'm smart with how I use my money. I'll renew my lease in 16 months, and I always stay updated with the latest fashion trends.
Flex, not tryna flex
Man I'm holding half a stack, not tryna flex
Flex, not tryna flex
Take your bitch to Nordstrom rack, that's not a flex
I'm not trying to show off, but I have some money in my wallet. Taking your girlfriend to Nordstrom Rack is not a flex.
Body count up in the double digits (11)
And when we hit the club, we're greasing palms, and we get in it
I've had sex with over ten women, and we bribe the bouncers to let us into the club
Pull up in a foreign whip, you hear my Honda civic
I pulled another foreign bitch, I think she might be British (I got a text!)
Although I drive a Honda Civic, I act like it's a fancy car. I hooked up with a British woman, and I'm excited about a text message from her.
Pop the fucking champagne sipping cooks
And if I like her, Imma poke her
Go insane on the book
I'm celebrating by drinking champagne and hanging out with my friends. If I'm interested in a girl, I'll message her privately and get intimately flirtatious.
I'm reckless on the gram
I can't be tamed, I'm a crook
I'm back 50 weeks
Liking pics you wish you could
I'm wild and carefree on Instagram, and I act like I'm above the law. I've gone back 50 weeks liking pictures of people I want to talk to or date.
You can call me two-faced with the way I'm tossing coin
I don't do no chains, jeans too tight around my groin
Posting smoking on the pan bitch
I don't roll no joints
Got a couple open bottles rolling through these checkpoints
I can be indecisive and flip a coin to make a decision. I don't wear chains and prefer tight jeans. I post pictures of me smoking on a pan, and I don't smoke joints. I drink out of open bottles while passing through security checkpoints.
Man, I always pay the rent
Ain't no holds up on my checks
If the waitress treat me right, I'm tipping 21 percent
I'm responsible and always pay my rent on time. I never have any issues with my checks. And, if the waitress provides good service, I'll always leave a 21% tip.
Pay for the title should be canceled every month, but I forget
It's whatever, I'm too clever, get refunded by the rep
Motherfucker, it's not a-
I forget to cancel a monthly subscription, but I don't worry because I'm smart, and I know how to get refunds. It's not a big deal.
Writer(s): CHRISTIAN DOLD, NOEL MILLER, CODY KOLODZIEJZYK
Contributed by Kayla W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@fabsss364
Man I got tens of dollars in my pocket right now
No flex
We packin' diamond pistols!
I don't mean to flex
But I've been having sex
Like once a week at least or two
If my girl ain't stressed
I don't mean to brag
But my bandwidth is flat
I got the Hulu plus bitch
Streaming with no ads
I don't pay the tab
I'm drinking whisky neat (hard)
'Cause I know the owner Paul
He let me drink for free
I get my haircut twice a month that's my routine
Don't mean to stunt but its tough when my neck so clean
I'm speaking Spanish to the valet (no flex)
He peep my girl she got the v neck out here showing breast
Push an entry level Audi
My jeans distressed
My nine to five keep me tied down like I'm possessed
I could buy out h and m (cash)
No interest on the lease I'm controlling what I spend (smart)
Give me 16 months I'ma sign that shit again
Money looking nice got me keeping up with trends
Flex, not tryna flex
Man I'm holding half a stack not tryna flex
Flex, not tryna flex
Take your bitch to Nordstrom rack that's not a flex
Flex, not tryna flex
Man I'm holding half a stack not tryna flex
Flex, not tryna flex
Take your bitch to Nordstrom rack that's not a flex
Body count up in the double digits (11)
And when we hit the club we greasing palms and we get in it
I pull up in a foreign whip you hear my Honda civic
I pulled another foreign bitch I
Think she might be British (I got a text!)
Pop the fucking champagne sipping cooks
And if I like her I'ma poke her
Go insane on the book
I'm reckless on the gram
I can't be tamed, I'm a crook
I'm back 50 weeks
Liking pics you wish you could
You can call me two faced with the way I'm tossing coin
I don't do no chains, jeans too tight around my groin
Posting smoking on the pan bitch
I don't roll no joints
Got a couple open bottles rolling through these checkpoints
Man I always pay the rent
Ain't no holds up on my checks
If the waitress treat me right I'm tipping 21 percent
Pay for title should be canceled every month but I forget
It's whatever, I'm too clever get refunded by the rep
Motherfucker it's not a-
Flex, not tryna flex
Man I'm holding half a stack not tryna flex
Flex, not tryna flex
Take your bitch to Nordstrom rack that's not a flex
Flex, not tryna flex
Man I'm holding half a stack not tryna flex
Flex, not tryna flex
Take your bitch to Nordstrom rack that's not a flex
@CodyKo
MIXTAPE COMING DEC 20th !!
@francescamarie1220
Dad
@tokyoni8273
Cody Ko weird flex but okay
@kayv553
Cody Ko LoL
@alaaf.7452
Take my money
@nathanmagers1372
Great to see a middle aged man come out with a mixtape. Age is just a number!
@hayleymorris
The Love Island reference... BARS
@shahad12alhamada
I GOT A TEXT
@amiragarib
yessss!
@Alanknows123
"I GOT A TEXT" hahahaha the damn love island reference killed me