The song was first heard when Travis Scott performed it live at JMBLYA. It was later released on June 21, 2015. "Antidote" was not initially intended to appear on Rodeo, as confirmed on Scott's SoundCloud on June 23, 2015: "This is for the real fans; the real ragers! This is some vibes for the summer. This isn’t on Rodeo… it’s coming soon." However, due to the song's popularity, Scott included the track on his debut album. On July 29, 2015, "Antidote" was released via digital distribution as the album's second single. The song samples "All I Need" by Lee Fields and The Expressions.
Travis Scott talked about the making of "Antidote" in a 2023 interview with Chakalala Magazine, by saying:
I've always felt like I was the Checco Zalone of this era, I just needed that look, that coffee bravado, that looky moody cooky kind of taste in my bones. Did you get what I'm saying?
On September 3, 2015, a teaser for the "Antidote" music video was uploaded on Scott's Vevo channel. The video premiered on September 18, 2015. The music video features Dominican models Yaris Sanchez and Ayisha Diaz and rapper Rich Hil (with green hair).
On September 23, 2015, Travis Scott performed "Antidote", live on national television, on Jimmy Kimmel Live. On November 17, 2015, in between dates on The Weeknd's "Madness Fall Tour," Travis Scott appeared on Late Night with Seth Meyers, where he performed a medley of "Antidote" and "Pray 4 Love".
Antidote
Travi$ Scott Lyrics
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Don't you let out that antidote
Poppin' pills is all we know
In the hills is all we know (Hollywood!)
Don't go through the front door (through the back!)
It's lowkey at the night show
So don't you open up that window
Don't you let out that antidote
Party on a Sunday (that was fun!)
Do it all again on Monday (one more time!)
Spent a check on a weekend (oh my God!)
I might do it all again (that's boss shit)
I just hit a three peat
Fucked three hoes I met this week (Robert Horry!)
I don't do no old hoes (oh, no, no!)
My nigga, that's a no-no (straight up!)
She just want the coco (Cocaina!)
I just want dinero (dinero)
Who that at the front door?
If it's the feds, oh-no-no-no (don't let 'em in, shhh)
Don't you open up that window
Don't you let out that antidote
Poppin' pills is all we know
In the hills is all we know (Hollywood!)
Don't go through the front door (in the back!)
It's lowkey at the night show
At the night show
At the night show (higher)
At the night show
At the night show (get lit my nigga)
At the night show
Anything can happen at the night show
Everything can happen at the night show
Ooh, at the night show
Anything can happen at the night show
Ooh, at the night show
Your bitch not at home, she at the night show
Fuckin' right, ho
Had to catch a flight for the night show
Let's get piped though
Bottles got us right though, we ain't sippin' light no
(La Flame!) I ain't got no type though
Only got one night though, we can do it twice though
It's lit at the night show
At the night show
At the night show
At the night show
At the night show
At the night show
At the night show
Anything can happen at the night show
Stackin' up day to day
Young nigga you know you gotta go get it, go get it, my nigga
They hatin', they stinkin', they waitin'
Don't be mistaken, we dyin', they stayin'
Lord I'm on fire they thinkin' I'm Satan
Callin' me crazy on different occasions
Kickin' the cameraman off of my stages
'Cause I don't like how he snappin' my angles
I'm overboard and I'm over-impatient
Over my niggas and these kids my ages
Dealin' with Mo' shit that's more complicated
Like these two bitches that might be related
H-town, you got one and you Bun B like a number one
It's late night, got a late show
If you wanna roll, I got a place where
Poppin' pills is all we know
In the hills is all we know (Hollywood!)
Don't go through the front door (through the back!)
It's lowkey at the night show
So don't you open up that window
Don't you let out that antidote
Travi$ Scott’s “Antidote” is a song about the after-effects of the rapper's lifestyle. The use of drugs and partying may provide a temporary sense of euphoria but ultimately lead to negative side effects such as addiction and dangerous behavior. The lyrics “Don’t you let out that antidote, poppin' pills is all we know, in the hills is all we know” suggest that the escape from reality through drugs and partying is what the rapper and his friends know best, and it is also the source of the problems they face.
The chorus "Don't you open up that window, don't you let out that antidote" is a call to avoid letting the negative consequences of their actions leak out into the public. Scott is urging his listeners to keep their destructive behavior behind closed doors and avoid exposing their addiction and bad habits to the world. Additionally, the lyrics "If it's the feds, oh-no-no-no (don't let 'em in, shhh)" further suggest that the rapper and his friends are engaging in illegal activity and should keep their activities hidden.
Overall, “Antidote” is a commentary on the temporary highs and long-term consequences of a reckless lifestyle. The lyrics encourage listeners to think twice before indulging in such behavior and to keep their dark side hidden from the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't you open up that window
Don't uncover your true self
Don't you let out that antidote
Don't reveal your inner thoughts or feelings
Poppin' pills is all we know
Using drugs is our normal way of life
In the hills is all we know (Hollywood!)
Living a lavish lifestyle in Hollywood is our only experience
Don't go through the front door (through the back!)
Avoid direct confrontation or exposure
It's lowkey at the night show
The true party starts when the sun goes down and it's kept among a select few
Party on a Sunday (that was fun!)
Weekdays or weekends, it's always time to party
Do it all again on Monday (one more time!)
Repeat the cycle of partying and excess
Spent a check on a weekend (oh my God!)
We blow through money quickly on our lifestyle
I might do it all again (that's boss shit)
I have the power and resources to do it again and again
I just hit a three peat
I've had three successful encounters with women this week
Fucked three hoes I met this week (Robert Horry!)
I've slept with three women I just met and it feels like a winning streak
I don't do no old hoes (oh, no, no!)
I'm not interested in older or more experienced women
My nigga, that's a no-no (straight up!)
That's not acceptable whatsoever
She just want the coco (Cocaina!)
She's only interested in cocaine
I just want dinero (dinero)
I only want money
Who that at the front door?
Who is trying to confront us?
If it's the feds, oh-no-no-no (don't let 'em in, shhh)
If the authorities are trying to bust us, we need to stay quiet and avoid detection
Anything can happen at the night show
The party is wild and unpredictable at night
Your bitch not at home, she at the night show
Your girlfriend is at our party instead of with you
Had to catch a flight for the night show
We need to travel to get to the best parties and keep the fun going
Stackin' up day to day
Working hard to make more money
Young nigga you know you gotta go get it, go get it, my nigga
As a young person, it's important to hustle and make money for yourself
They hatin', they stinkin', they waitin'
People are jealous and negative towards us
Don't be mistaken, we dyin', they stayin'
We're living a fast and dangerous lifestyle, while others are playing it safe
Lord I'm on fire they thinkin' I'm Satan
People are judging and criticizing us for our behavior
Kickin' the cameraman off of my stages
We don't want anyone filming or documenting our partying and wild behavior
'Cause I don't like how he snappin' my angles
I don't like how people are portraying me
I'm overboard and I'm over-impatient
I'm going too far and I'm too eager
Over my niggas and these kids my ages
I prioritize my friends and people my age over family and other responsibilities
Dealin' with Mo' shit that's more complicated
We're dealing with complex issues that come with our lifestyle
Like these two bitches that might be related
We're involved in complicated and potentially dangerous relationships
H-town, you got one and you Bun B like a number one
Houston, Texas is known for producing successful rappers like Bun B
It's late night, got a late show
Our parties and events happen late at night
If you wanna roll, I got a place where
If you want to come party with us, I know where to go
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Bryan Van Mierlo, David Guy, Ebony Oshurinde, Homer Steinweiss, Jacques Webster, Leon Michels, Nicholas Movshon, Thomas Brenneck
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@fahda7400
2015:Antidote
2016:Goosebumps
2017:Butterfly effect
2018:Sicko mode
2019:Highest in the room
@iwatchhentaieverydaywithsenpai
Antidote is the only good song
@VOID-bh2my
I watch Hentai Everyday with Senpai wtf noooooooo
@ronbrown4689
@@iwatchhentaieverydaywithsenpai they're nice songs but not the best songs of their respective albums
@federicofiorellato9219
2020?
@joaocoelho1285
2014: Mamacita
@96jnb
People fail to realize that every song isn't going to be some lyrical masterpiece with some deep message. This is just one of those driving or party songs. Quit being so damn negative. If you don't like it, don't listen to it. Damn
@Crevture72
I know right there is different kinds of rap and people piss on the ones that are enjoyable
@stincteamdre44k90
preach🔐
@4Paczjkor
+Matthew Aguilar (CreatureGamer72) that's what I been saying but these old head hip hop elitist think every rap has to be gangsta rap or conscious, they obviously never heard of cloud rap, satire, drill, or trap.