The “butterfly effect” is a concept that explains and proves how small causes can have large effects. Travis is also using a double-entendre with “butterfly” wherein, as he refers to the doors on his Lamborghini car; he also describes moving to his new life, how great it is, and how he could never go back to the old one.
On May 15, 2017, Travis released the track on SoundCloud, along with two other songs: “A Man” and “Green & Purple.” However, “BUTTERFLY EFFECT” was the only one out of the three songs that was released as a proper single onto streaming services. The official music video was released almost two months after, on July 13, 2017.
Travis Scott first performed this song live on Wednesday night, 17th May for his Birds Eye View Tour in St. Louis. Travis also performed the song at the VMAs with 30 Seconds to Mars and solo (atop a flying bird) at the EMAs.
“Butterfly Effect” was certified RIAA Double Platinum on January 25th, 2018.
The song debuted at number 99 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and peaked at number 50 during the week of August 18th, 2018.
Butterfly Effect
Travis Scott Lyrics
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(Murda on the beat so it's not nice)
Ooh, hmm
For this life, I cannot change (change)
Hidden Hills, deep off in the main (main)
M&M's, sweet like candy cane (M&M's, cane, cane)
Drop the top, pop it, let it bang (top, pop it, pop it)
Hidden Hills, deep off in the main (main)
M&M's, sweet like candy cane (M&M's, cane, cane)
Drop the top, pop it, let it bang (top, pop it, pop it)
Drop the top, play hide and seek (yeah)
Jump inside, jump straight to the league (league)
Take a sip, feel just how I be (it's lit)
On freeway, but no, ain't nothin' free (straight up)
Bend laws, bend lanes (skrrt, skkrt)
Been bustin' bills, but still ain't nothin' change (skrrt, skkrt)
You in the mob soon as you rock the chain (mob)
She caught the waves just thumbin' through my braids (alright)
Heatin' up, baby, I'm just heatin' up (it's lit)
Need your love, not a need, it is a must (yeah)
Feelin' stuck, you know how to keep me up (yeah, yeah)
Icy love, icy like a hockey puck (alright)
For this life, I cannot change (change)
Hidden Hills, deep off in the main (main)
M&M's, sweet like candy cane (M&M's, cane, cane)
Drop the top, pop it, let it bang (top, pop it, pop it)
For this life, I cannot change (change)
Hidden Hills, deep off in the main (main)
M&M's, sweet like candy cane (M&M's, cane, cane)
Drop the top, pop it, let it bang
All the ones, all the chains piled on the mantle (yeah)
All the dawgs, all the dawgs low creep right behind me in the Phantom (it's lit)
Yeah, never go, never go dip on the set, stayed Santana
Yeah, run it back, turn the lights on when I hit up Green Lantern (it's lit, alright)
Yeah, fly the broads, fly the dawgs down to Atlanta
Yeah, in the cut in Medusa, lay low, yeah, I might be
Yeah, roll up, help me calm down when I move in high speed
Yeah, if I send one, need to text back 'cause you know what I need (straight up)
Oh, please (oh please)
Oh me (oh me)
Oh my (oh my)
We been movin', we been movin' for some time (alright)
Flexin', flexin' try to exercise
(Exercise, exercise, exercise, exercise, yeah, yeah)
For this life, I cannot change (change)
Hidden Hills, deep off in the main (main)
M&M's, sweet like candy cane (M&M's, cane, cane)
Drop the top, pop it, let it bang (top, pop it, pop it)
For this life, I cannot change (change)
Hidden Hills, deep off in the main (main)
M&M's, sweet like candy cane (cane)
Drop the top, pop it, let it bang (bang, yeah)
Travis Scott's "Butterfly Effect" is a song that is open to interpretation. However, the track is a reflection on the rapper's personal introspection on his life and his vision. The song addresses three critical themes. Firstly, he speaks about accepting his life as it is and making peace with the situation. Secondly, he talks about materialism, as he mentions Hidden Hills, known for its luxury estates, M&M's, sweet candy, and expensive chains. Thirdly, he is looking for emotional support and is not afraid to ask for help.
The chorus of "Butterfly Effect" has Travis telling listeners that he cannot change his lifestyle, marked by luxury estates like Hidden Hills, expensive chains, and sweet things like M&M's. The chorus also explains that he does not want to change, urging listeners to drop the top and let the music bang. The second verse is perhaps the most powerful. Travis urges listeners to relax and enjoy life's pleasures by drinking when they want to, bending laws, and not worrying about bills. The verse then establishes his position in the music industry, describing the feeling of being on top of the world and how that makes him feel like he can't be stopped. The line "all the dawgs low creep right behind me in the Phantom " denotes Travis's trusty crew.
Line by Line Meaning
All the commas
Travis Scott is ready to talk business and money.
(Murda on the beat so it's not nice)
Acknowledgment to the beatmaker.
For this life, I cannot change (change)
Travis recognizes that he cannot change his current lifestyle.
Hidden Hills, deep off in the main (main)
A reference to a very affluent neighbourhood deep within the city.
M&M's, sweet like candy cane (M&M's, cane, cane)
A play on words to describe a woman Travis is interested in. M&M’s is used to refer to her skin color and sweetness of her personality.
Drop the top, pop it, let it bang (top, pop it, pop it)
He's ready to roll down the roof of his vehicle, turn up the music and enjoy his current situation.
Drop the top, play hide and seek (yeah)
Travis wants to enjoy his life, taking part in playful activities like hide and seek.
Jump inside, jump straight to the league (league)
Travis is successful and jumping into his car propels him towards success like an athlete jumping up to the majors.
Take a sip, feel just how I be (it's lit)
Travis is enjoying his partying and is urging everyone else around him to come along and feel as he does.
On freeway, but no, ain't nothin' free (straight up)
He is successful and enjoys driving on the freeway. But nothing in life is free and he knows that.
Bend laws, bend lanes (skrrt, skkrt)
As someone successful, Travis can bend the rules a little and expect to get ahead in life.
Been bustin' bills, but still ain't nothin' change (skrrt, skkrt)
Travis has been able to pay all his bills because he's successful but his core character and personality hasn't changed.
You in the mob soon as you rock the chain (mob)
As soon as one becomes significant in his environment, everyone around him will recognize and respect him.
She caught the waves just thumbin' through my braids (alright)
A woman is attracted to Travis because of his unique hairstyles.
Heatin' up, baby, I'm just heatin' up (it's lit)
Travis is referring to his increasing success and popularity.
Need your love, not a need, it is a must (yeah)
Travis is so much in love that he can't possibly do without it.
Feelin' stuck, you know how to keep me up (yeah, yeah)
Travis believes his love interest is the one keeping him grounded and focused.
Icy love, icy like a hockey puck (alright)
Travis' love is like an ice hockey puck that's rock solid and unshakeable.
All the ones, all the chains piled on the mantle (yeah)
Travis has achieved a lot and all he has to show for it are piles of money and flashy jewelry.
All the dawgs, all the dawgs low creep right behind me in the Phantom (it's lit)
Travis is surrounded by loyal 'dawgs' or friends who are always there to support and defend him.
Never go, never go dip on the set, stayed Santana
Travis has always been loyal and stays true to what he believes in like a famous musician Carlos Santana.
Run it back, turn the lights on when I hit up Green Lantern (it's lit, alright)
Travis enjoys reliving his past successes when he visits the Green Lantern again.
Fly the broads, fly the dawgs down to Atlanta
Travis wants to share his success with his friends and loved ones by flying them over to Atlanta.
In the cut in Medusa, lay low, yeah, I might be
Travis is taking a moment to lay back and slow down in a club named after the Greek monster Medusa.
Roll up, help me calm down when I move in high speed
Travis smokes to keep himself relaxed while he moves around fast and works hard.
If I send one, need to text back 'cause you know what I need (straight up)
Travis needs to receive a response when he asks for help or anything because he is successful and people will do what he wants.
Oh please (oh please)
Travis wants people to give him space because he's busy and doesn't want any unnecessary interruptions.
Oh me (oh me)
Travis is mostly focused on himself and his well-being.
Oh my (oh my)
He is awed by his own success and how well he's been able to do in life.
We been movin', we been movin' for some time (alright)
Travis has been successful but is still on the move, constantly looking to improve himself.
Flexin', flexin' try to exercise (Exercise, exercise, exercise, exercise, yeah, yeah)
Travis is proud of his success and wears his money and jewelry as he would wear the clothes he wears to exercise.
M&M's, sweet like candy cane (M&M's, cane, cane)
Travis describes his love interest's skin as being sweet like an M&M candy and as smooth as candy cane.
Drop the top, pop it, let it bang (bang, yeah)
Travis wants to enjoy his moment of success by turning up his car's radio and cruising around with the top down to enjoy his current situation.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Felix Leone, Jacques Webster, Shane Lindstrom, Donald Paton
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