Red Lights
Toosii Lyrics
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Yeah, uh
Street, yeah, we ain't stopping at no red lights
They gon' need umbrellas, when it rain, we spinnin' every night
Yellow tape the streets, we outside posted, fuck if the feds watching
Cuze say it's time to put in work, he wan' see dead bodies, uh
And fuck the opps, them niggas dead probably
We gon' wash our hands off with bleach, nigga, for every body
Ain't no red lights, these niggas green, you gotta watch everybody
You would've thought my niggas died to oppositions, uh
They was outside losin' they life to a sentence, uh
Lil' bitch say, "Period, pooh," but ain't end her sentence, uh
Told the bitch, "Don't hit my phone, I'm rude now," 'cause I ain't friendly, uh
She put them drugs inside her body, Percocet, molly
I'ma get a nigga wet up like Poseidon if an opp try me
Was the only black kid on the baseball team, so they think I'm not sliding
My best friends killed my granddaddy, I had a hard time crying
Street, yeah, we ain't stopping at no red lights
They gon' need umbrellas, when it rain, we spinnin' every night
Yellow tape the streets, we outside posted, fuck if the feds watching
Cuz say it's time to put in work, he wan' see dead bodies, uh
And fuck the opps, them niggas dead probably
I ain't got no heart, told you that from the start, I feel like fuck everybody
We gon' wash our hands off with bleach, nigga, for every body
Ain't no red lights, these niggas green, you gotta watch everybody
Stuck in the hood, drive past them candles, look at your dead homies
Gang want me to kick it, I'm trying to progress, ain't got a leg on me
I gave my homie bread for the straps, he went and turned fed on me
Lucky I ain't kill him, he don't know I keep one in the head on me
Screaming long live Niko, won't use his name in vain
Rolls Royce umbrellas if I'm gon' wait in the rain
I done got a lil' bougie now, signed then got my racks up
Still'll catch an opp at the red light, I hope he strapped up
Street, yeah, we ain't stopping at no red lights
They gon' need umbrellas, when it rain, we spinnin' every night
Yellow tape the streets, we outside posted, fuck if the feds watching
Cuz say it's time to put in work, he wan' see dead bodies, uh
And fuck the opps, them niggas dead probably
I ain't got no heart, told you that from the start, I feel like fuck everybody
We gon' wash our hands off with bleach, nigga, for every body
Ain't no red lights, these niggas green, you gotta watch everybody
(Ant Chamberlain, that's a hundred points)
Toosii’s “Red Lights” is a song about the struggle for survival on the streets, where stopping at a red light can be deadly. The lyrics depict a life of crime and gang violence, where the only way to stay alive is to not show any weakness and strike fear in the hearts of those who oppose them. Toosii raps about the constant danger and the need for vigilance, warning that everyone is a potential threat and there is no time to let down one’s guard.
The song also touches on personal struggles, such as the loss of loved ones and friends to the violence of the streets. Toosii expresses his grief and mixed emotions over the death of his granddad, and how it affected his ability to mourn for his slain friends. He talks about the pressure to keep up appearances and not show vulnerability, lest it be seen as a sign of weakness.
Overall, “Red Lights” feels like a raw, honest depiction of life in the streets, where the only way to survive is to stay alert and keep moving forward, no matter the cost.
Line by Line Meaning
Street, yeah, we ain't stopping at no red lights
We're going full speed ahead without any hesitation or concern, ignoring any obstacles in our way.
They gon' need umbrellas, when it rain, we spinnin' every night
We're causing chaos and destruction every night, and even when it rains, we'll still be out causing trouble.
Yellow tape the streets, we outside posted, fuck if the feds watching
We don't care if the authorities are watching us, we'll still be out on the streets, marked with yellow tape from all the crimes we've committed.
Cuze say it's time to put in work, he wan' see dead bodies, uh
Our leader or mentor is encouraging us to commit violent acts and leave bodies in our wake.
And fuck the opps, them niggas dead probably
We have no regard for our rivals, and we assume they're already dead because of us.
I ain't got no heart, told you that from the start, I feel like fuck everybody
I'm heartless and ruthless, and I have no compassion or loyalty to anyone, including my own gang or associates.
We gon' wash our hands off with bleach, nigga, for every body
We'll dispose of any evidence or traces of our crimes by washing our hands with bleach, regardless of the number of bodies we leave behind.
Ain't no red lights, these niggas green, you gotta watch everybody
We can't trust anyone, not even our own kind, and we'll always be on the lookout for potential threats or betrayal.
You would've thought my niggas died to oppositions, uh
Our gang has suffered great losses through violent conflicts with rivals.
They was outside losin' they life to a sentence, uh
Our members were not only risking their lives on the streets, but also facing long prison sentences for their crimes.
Lil' bitch say, "Period, pooh," but ain't end her sentence, uh
A woman tried to assert herself in a conversation, but failed to make a complete point or statement.
Told the bitch, "Don't hit my phone, I'm rude now," 'cause I ain't friendly, uh
I don't have time for people who waste my time or aren't of importance to me, and I'll cut them off without any regards for their feelings.
She put them drugs inside her body, Percocet, molly
The woman mentioned earlier has drug addictions and uses substances like Percocet and molly to cope with her problems.
I'ma get a nigga wet up like Poseidon if an opp try me
I'll be quick to retaliate and use deadly force against anyone who crosses me or my gang.
Was the only black kid on the baseball team, so they think I'm not sliding
I've faced discrimination and stereotyping based on my race and appearance, causing others to underestimate me and my potential for violence.
My best friends killed my granddaddy, I had a hard time crying
I've experienced trauma and loss from seeing my own friends murder my grandfather, leaving me emotionally devastated and unable to express my grief.
Stuck in the hood, drive past them candles, look at your dead homies
Living in a poor and violent neighborhood, it's common to see memorials or candles for deceased friends or acquaintances.
Gang want me to kick it, I'm trying to progress, ain't got a leg on me
My gang expects me to devote my life to violence and criminal activities, but I want to better myself and move on from this lifestyle, even if it's difficult for me to do so.
I gave my homie bread for the straps, he went and turned fed on me
I trusted a friend and gave him money to buy weapons, but he ended up betraying me by cooperating with the authorities and becoming a snitch.
Lucky I ain't kill him, he don't know I keep one in the head on me
I could've easily killed my former friend for betraying me, but I chose not to, although I still carry a loaded gun with me for protection.
Screaming long live Niko, won't use his name in vain
We're paying tribute to a friend or dead member of our gang, and we'll honor him by not mentioning his name in any negative or disrespectful way.
Rolls Royce umbrellas if I'm gon' wait in the rain
Even if I have to wait outside in the rain, I'll still maintain my luxurious and lavish lifestyle by using a Rolls Royce umbrella to shield myself from the weather.
I done got a lil' bougie now, signed then got my racks up
I've become more materialistic and pretentious since gaining fame and wealth, thanks to my music career.
Still'll catch an opp at the red light, I hope he strapped up
I'm always on the lookout for potential targets, and even at a red light, I'm ready to act and take out any threats or rivals, but I'm also cautious that they may be armed as well.
Lyrics © STREAMCUT MEDIA, LLC
Written by: Anthony Edwin Phillips, Naujour Grainger
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@RydersRoom_
I dont think he sound like nobody. I think he bringing his own style to music.
@popularloner5282
Karter GoHarder He lowkey reminds me of Roddy Ricch but only a little by the way he slowdowns and drag a note then speeds up is his similar style
@tokyodaniels3886
It’s his beat selection. I can’t think of any major artist that raps about the streets and uses these kinds of beats. Like he’s a melodic rapper, which is nothing new, but his voice is distinct and he’s able to fluctuate his voice in a unique way. He’s a cut above the rest and I hope he makes it mainstream.
@EYEMADE2K
Popular Loner he sounds so much like Roddy rich to me
@expectgreen9153
Roddy rich 🤨
@spookygambino1439
Lil durk
@shaylarenee9618
toosii slept on !! watch mfs start bumping him when he blow up . 💯💯
@vkemas7983
Shayla Renee' what they to do not bump 🤦🏽♂️
@emmieeeramosss5397
💯💯 ongg counting them days when he blow up
@blakeodraco771
I want this same energy when my shit drops with fmb Camo. Me, fmb Camo, toosii, Zeeko all from Raleigh wake county NC.