Zombies
Travis $cott Lyrics


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And the kids sing
Yea, I like that, I like that, kids sing

We will understand if they don't
We don't want they bullshit no more

We will understand if they don't
We don't want they bullshit no more

Alright, alright, alright
You take too many martinis
She slip straight out bikini
She let me grand slam outside the Denny's
How we gone get Oscar proud if they pay us penny's?
I'mma need my dollars now, stack it till they envy
Ya feel me?
The kids they need that
I get that feedback, sit back, relax
I'm on that relapse
Yo ass gone die if you blow my high

I been over Coastin' just was beatin' in my lotus
All that loud talk like your dope we never notice
You ain't feelin' it nigga cause you sober
I'm ballin' in the game with players, you behind the coaches
Come take a trip on my lair by the Third Coast
Come floatin'
La di, da, di, da, di, all the kids shout at the party

We will understand if they don't
We don't want they bullshit no more

We will understand if they don't
We don't want they bullshit no more

You know when I was fourteen
I wanted to do a lot of kick ass shit
Yeah

Pornographic, so dramatic, cinematic
Diamond flashes, so drastic, dress so classic
Roll that cabbage, get put in casket, you dope fanatic
You the baddest, I'm sarcastic, we both laughin'
I'm the baddest, I'm out in traffic Fo Engine backin'
Stuffed in Suburban, twelve bitches straight out the beauty pageant
You know Reebok keep La feet hot, they be shipping package
GL 600 or the palace that collab with classics
Tell me what you need, I got everything green
Money, money, money trees, I buy everything
That bitch need no wedding ring, she need a bean
That boy walked in mall, that boy he need a beam
I done fucked her twice you bought her fendi things
I done sipped the act Now Imma leany fiend
I can do this by myself, don't need no team
I got all these kids and all these kids gone sing

We will understand if they don't
We don't want they bullshit no more





We will understand if they don't
We don't want they bullshit no more

Overall Meaning

The Lyrics in Travis $cott's "Zombies" song seem to be critical of the music industry and how record labels control music by dictating what gets played and what does not. The first two stanzas of the lyrics suggest a quest for authenticity and originality in music. The lyrics, "We will understand if they don't, we don't want their bullshit no more" points out the people's desire for genuine music instead of the mundane and formulaic songs that have become commonplace in the industry.


Travis $cott speaks of drinking and driving, and how it can lead to fatal accidents, as he sarcastically claims that he needs a grand prize for his hard work. He discusses the pay disparity between successful musicians and how they are not fairly compensated for their art. The lyrics, "How we gonna get Oscar proud if they pay us pennies? I'mma need my dollars now, stack it until they envy" denotes Scott's frustration with the industry's exploitation of talented artists.


The song implies that the real talent is never recognized, and the industry rewards mediocre works that generate more profit. The song also makes reference to excesses in the industry, drugs, girls and cash, among others, as he emphasizes the importance of the youth in the industry. The idea is that the youth are the ones who can come up with new, fresh and exciting music that reflects their realities and experiences. Overall, the song appears to be pointing out the need for artistic freedom, creativity, and generational change in the music industry.



* Interesting facts about Zombies
* The song was released on Travis $cott's SoundCloud on March 29, 2014.
* The song features Houston rapper, Casey Veggies and Los Angeles rapper, Nipsey Hussle.
* The song was produced by Travis $cott, as well as WondaGurl and Eestbound.
* The song has been described as an anthem for the youth, as it appears to celebrate the power and creativity of the young generation.
* The song was included in Travis $cott's debut album, "Rodeo," released on September 4, 2015.
* It was said that Travis Scott was inspired to write the song after a show where he noticed the audience was not paying attention to his performance.
* The song peaked at #14 on the US Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart in 2014.
* The song samples the theme from John Carpenter's 1982 horror film "The Thing."
* The song has been featured in several video games, including NBA 2K19, Forza Horizon 4, and Madden NFL 19.
* The song has over 5 million listens on SoundCloud.



Chords for the song are not available as the song is primarily composed of beats and electronic elements.


Line by Line Meaning

And the kids sing
The children are singing and enjoying the music


We will understand if they don't
We are willing to overlook if they don't comprehend us


We don't want they bullshit no more
We hate their deception and manipulation


Alright, alright, alright
I'm calm and cool, everything is good


You take too many martinis
You drink excessively and it's affecting you


She slip straight out bikini
She's so drunk that her swimsuit fell off


She let me grand slam outside the Denny's
We had sex in public after eating at Denny's restaurant


How we gone get Oscar proud if they pay us penny's?
We won't receive the recognition we deserve if we're paid so little


I'mma need my dollars now, stack it till they envy
I need to earn money quickly and show it off to make others jealous


Ya feel me?
Do you understand what I'm saying?


The kids they need that
Young people crave and appreciate our music


I get that feedback, sit back, relax
I receive positive responses and can now relax


I'm on that relapse
I'm returning to old habits/behaviors


Yo ass gone die if you blow my high
You'll regret it if you try to ruin my good mood


I been over Coastin' just was beatin' in my lotus
I've been cruising around without a care in my Lotus sports car


All that loud talk like your dope we never notice
We ignore those who brag and are loud but actually have nothing to offer


You ain't feelin' it nigga cause you sober
You're not enjoying the party/music because you're not drunk/high


I'm ballin' in the game with players, you behind the coaches
I'm successful and playing with the big boys, you're still a nobody


Come take a trip on my lair by the Third Coast
Join me on a luxurious journey to the Gulf Coast region


Come floatin'
Let's relax and enjoy ourselves without any worries


La di, da, di, da, di, all the kids shout at the party
The young people are having fun and enjoying the music


You know when I was fourteen
When I was younger, I had big aspirations


I wanted to do a lot of kick ass shit
I had many ambitious and daring goals


Pornographic, so dramatic, cinematic
My life is wild, intense, and movie-like


Diamond flashes, so drastic, dress so classic
I have expensive, flashy jewelry and wear stylish clothing


Roll that cabbage, get put in casket, you dope fanatic
If you keep using drugs, you'll end up dead and buried


You the baddest, I'm sarcastic, we both laughin'
You think you're cool, but I'm jokingly teasing you and we're both laughing


I'm the baddest, I'm out in traffic Fo Engine backin'
I'm the coolest and I'm cruising around in my car with a loud engine


Stuffed in Suburban, twelve bitches straight out the beauty pageant
I'm riding in a large car with twelve attractive women who were in a beauty contest


You know Reebok keep La feet hot, they be shipping package
Reebok shoes are popular and they're always in high demand


GL 600 or the palace that collab with classics
I like expensive cars and designer brands that collaborate with timeless classics


Tell me what you need, I got everything green
Let me know what you need, I have a lot of money to spend


Money, money, money trees, I buy everything
I have so much money that I can buy anything I want


That bitch need no wedding ring, she need a bean
My girl doesn't need a ring, she just wants drugs


That boy walked in mall, that boy he need a beam
That guy walked into the mall and could use a gun


I done fucked her twice you bought her fendi things
I slept with her twice and you bought her expensive Fendi items


I done sipped the act Now Imma leany fiend
I've already tried lean and now I'm addicted to it


I can do this by myself, don't need no team
I can succeed on my own and I don't need any help


I got all these kids and all these kids gone sing
I have many young fans and they'll all sing along to my music




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Written by: Jacques Webster

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[Intro]
And the kids sing
Yea, I like that, I like that, kids sing

[Hook]
We will understand if they don't
We don't want they bullshit no more
We will understand if they don't
We don't want they bullshit no more

[Verse 1]
Alright, alright
You take too many martinis, she slip straight out bikini (straight up)
She let me grand slam outside the Denny's (straight up)
How we gone get Oscar proud if they pay us pennies? (La Flame)
I'ma need my dollars now, stack it 'til they envy
Ya feel me? (skrr!)
The kids they need that
I get that feedback, sit back, relax (that dope)
I'm on that relapse
Yo ass gone die if you blow my high
I been over Coastin' just was beatin' in my Lotus (straight up)
All that loud talk like your dope we never notice (La Flame)
You ain't feelin' it, nigga, 'cause you sober (straight up)
I'm ballin' in the game with players, you behind the coaches
Come take a trip on my lair by the Third Coast
Come floatin'
La di, da, di, da, di, all the kids shout at the party
[Hook]
We will understand if they don't (Yeah, yeah)
We don't want they bullshit no more
Yeah I like that, I like that, yeah, kids sing
We will understand if they don't (yeah, louder)
We don't want they bullshit no more

[Interlude]
You know when I was fourteen
I wanted to do a lot of kick ass shit
Yeah

[Verse 2]
Pornographic, so dramatic, cinematic
Diamond flashes, so jurassic, dress so classic
Roll that cabbage, get put in casket, you dope fanatic
You the baddest, I'm sarcastic, we both laughin'
I'm the baddest, I'm out in traffic, four engine backin'
Stuffed in Suburban, twelve bitches straight out the beauty pageant
You know Reebok keep La feet hot, they be shipping package
GL 600 or the Palace, that collab with Classics
Tell me what you need, I got everything green
Money, money, money trees, I buy everything
That bitch need no wedding ring, she need a bean
That boy walked in mall, that boy he need a beam
I done fucked her twice you bought her Fendi things
I done sipped the act' now I'ma leany fiend
I can do this by myself, don't need no team
I got all these kids and all these kids gon' sing
[Hook]
We will understand if they don't
We don't want they bullshit no more
We will understand if they don't
We don't want they bullshit no more

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“ZOMBIES” TRACK INFO

Produced By
Lex Luger
Written By
Lex Luger & Travis Scott
Release Date
August 18, 2014
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Kritick 300
4 years ago
I MOST WANT TO SEE HIM PERFORM THIS I’LL RAGE SO FUCKING HARD #LAFLAME

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this track is next level

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@ASAPShitPost

Everyone saying Grey is Trav's most underrated song, THIS song is clearly his most underrated song. Absolute banger that flew under the radar

@michaelcorleone9035

Mason Adams facts. This and Lose are my favourite underrated Travis songs.

@juvicendejas687

straight up

@brandonmunson9781

12 disciples is really underrated too

@millionairesplendor2751

BACC is underrated af

@spicyproductions1573

Tay-K47 sweet sweet, lose, grey, zombies, never catch me

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@dvd5219

One of his most slept on songs

@Zaybreh

honestly

@glamourFPS

Lord Zayy lord nobility

@jennercoker9955

*tracks/albums/whatever you call these unrealeased stuff

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