“FRANCHISE” pays homage to Dem Franchize Boyz and their 2004 single, “White Tee.” Travis Scott and CHASE B first previewed this single as “White Tee” during the tenth episode of .WAV RADIO on July 20, 2020. It was subtly teased again in the commercial for Travis’ McDonald’s meal on September 8, 2020.
The final Travis Scott and McDonald’s merchandise collaboration released on September 16, 2020, and Travis revealed that there was a secret included in it. This secret was the official pre-order for the single’s imminent release. Five days later, on the 21st, Travis officially confirmed the song’s artwork and release date.
The official music video was premiered alongside the single on September 25. Parts of the video were filmed at Michael Jordan’s Illinois mansion. A lyric video and visualizer were also released.
Franchise
Travis Scott Lyrics
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Yeah-yeah, yeah
Mm-hmm, mm-hmm, mm-hmm, mm-hmm
Yup, in my white tee
Yeah, call up Hype Williams for the hype, please
Uh, they gon' wipe you before you wipe me
On boxes of checks, not my Nikes (yeah)
Cacti's, not no iced tea (ah)
Got 'em bamboozled like I'm Spike Lee (ah)
You need more than Google just to find me (ah)
I just call her "bae" to get her hyphy (ah, ooh)
(Incredible, icky-icky, general)
I just start the label just to sign me
Me and CHASE connected like we Siamese (woo, woo, woo, ooh, ooh)
Uh, we've been on the run, feel like a crime spree
Talk to me nicely (yeah)
(I seen his face, seen it) yup, on his white tee, uh (let's go)
Yeah, yup, call the Sprite people (call 'em, hol' on, brrt)
Private flight to France, tryna sight-see (on private flights, baow)
Popped 'em in his hands, he was typin' (da, da, da)
Caterpillar 'Rari, I fold it, lift it up (up)
I went on the stand, told the judge to pass my cup (ayy)
Ran up twenty million, told the Devil, "Keep the luck" (luck)
Keep that, keep that ho (uh-uh)
RIP Pop, keep the smoke (ayy, slatt)
Talk to me nicely (talk to me nicely)
Keep her on a chain, that ain't like me (that ain't like me)
Scotts with no strings, you can't tie me (Scotts with the, hol' on, bitch)
I'm higher than the plane, I'm where the Skypes be (doo, doo, doo, doo, hee)
Yup, in my Slime tee (doo, doo, doo, hee)
Princey in his prime, yee (doo, doo, doo, doo, hee)
Yellowbone too feisty, yee (doo, doo, doo, doo, doo, hee)
Clean him up, no napkin, yee (doo)
Yup, in my white tee (yeah)
Yeah, call up Hype Williams for the hype, please (it's lit)
Uh, they gon' wipe you before you wipe me
On boxes of checks, not my Nikes (ooh)
'Scuse me, zi-zi-zi-zi-zi-zi-zi-zi, don't be missin', man
Mississippi, dip a sippy, make 'em happy, make 'em copy
Make 'em get me chippy-chippys (yeah)
That's a lot I'm gon' spend
Tell me when, I beam you to pull up, you gon' shootout while I spin
Trippin' like I'm trigger happy, saltfish, ackee, ackee
Golf buggy, Kawasaki, catch a fish, sushi, maki, livin' life
London city, left the town (ah)
Thug and Travis be the fam
Yup, yeah, you know that (slatt)
And when they free us out, gon' be a film, a Kodak (yeah)
Shoot me pourin' right above the rim like Pollack
I've been rippin' and runnin', not slippin' or slidin', athletic tendencies
I've been up since, cheffin' it, whippin' it to the base rock
I provide the remedy (let's go)
When we open gates up at Utopia (it's lit), it's like Zootopia
You see the crosses over ya (yeah), that's how you know it's us
At 4 A.M. I'm phonin' ya', not for no shoulder rub
Them JACKBOYS open cleaners up, the way they fold and tuck
Yup, in my white tee (yeah)
Yeah, call up Hype Williams for the hype, please
Yeah, they gon' wipe you before you wipe me
Yeah, on boxes of checks, not my
Checks, not my
I-I be where the fuck the light be
Bangers in the system, it's
Bangers in the system, it's
Ancient Anunnaki
Bangers in the system, it's that
Bangers in the system, it's that
M.I.A.
The song Franchise by Travis Scott featuring Young Thug and M.I.A. is a celebration of Scott's current success and rise to fame. In the chorus, Scott declares his dominance in the music industry, stating that others will be "wiped" before him. He also brags about his success, referencing his clothing line and his new alcohol brand, Cacti. Scott and Young Thug rap about their success and how they've overcome obstacles, while M.I.A. provides a catchy and memorable hook.
One of the most interesting aspects of the song is the featured artist, M.I.A., who came out of retirement to work on the track. Another notable fact is that in the intro of the song, Scott calls up legendary music video director Hype Williams, who has previously worked with artists such as Beyoncé and Kanye West. The line "I just start the label just to sign me" is a reference to Scott's record label, Cactus Jack Records, which he started in 2017. The line "Talk to me nicely" has been turned into a meme on social media, with people using it in a playful but commanding way.
The song was released on September 25, 2020, and debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The music video features Scott and Young Thug in a vacant mall surrounded by luxury cars and women, with Scott dressed in a white tee as referenced in the lyrics. The song was featured in the soundtrack for the popular video game NBA 2K21. Overall, Franchise is a catchy and energetic rap song that showcases Travis Scott and his collaborators at their best.
Chords:
Unfortunately, the chords for Franchise are not available as the song heavily relies on a beat produced by the instruments.
Line by Line Meaning
Yup, in my white tee
I'm keeping it simple and relaxed in my plain white T-shirt
Yeah, call up Hype Williams for the hype, please
I need the best director known for creating hype in music videos, Hype Williams
Uh, they gon' wipe you before you wipe me
People will try to take you down before even considering me
On boxes of checks, not my Nikes (yeah)
My success is measured in checks, not in endorsements or branded merchandise
Cacti's, not no iced tea (ah)
I'm promoting my Cacti brand of spiked seltzers, not regular iced tea
Got 'em bamboozled like I'm Spike Lee (ah)
I have them deceived and fooled, similar to how Spike Lee portrays characters in his movies
You need more than Google just to find me (ah)
I'm more than just easy-to-find information on the internet, my status is elite
I just call her "bae" to get her hyphy (ah, ooh)
I call my girlfriend "bae" to make her excited and lively
(Incredible, icky-icky, general)
Just a hype and catchy ad-lib without a specific meaning
I just start the label just to sign me
I founded a record label just to sign and promote my own music
Me and CHASE connected like we Siamese (woo, woo, woo, ooh, ooh)
I'm closely bonded and united with my partner in music, CHASE B
Uh, we've been on the run, feel like a crime spree
We've been busy making moves and achieving things rapidly, just like criminals on the run
Talk to me nicely (yeah)
Speak to me respectfully and kindly
(I seen his face, seen it) yup, on his white tee, uh (let's go)
I recognize someone's face from their depiction on a T-shirt
Yeah, yup, call the Sprite people (call 'em, hol' on, brrt)
I'm calling my trusted contacts at Sprite for some refreshing drinks
Private flight to France, tryna sight-see (on private flights, baow)
I'm taking a private flight to France to enjoy the scenery and tourist sites
Popped 'em in his hands, he was typin' (da, da, da)
I handed him a gun, and he started shooting while typing on his phone
Caterpillar 'Rari, I fold it, lift it up (up)
I have a Ferrari with unique doors that open upwards, just like caterpillar legs
I went on the stand, told the judge to pass my cup (ayy)
I was in court, and I demanded to be served my drink while on the stand
Ran up twenty million, told the Devil, "Keep the luck" (luck)
I earned $20 million and didn't need any luck or blessings from the Devil
Keep that, keep that ho (uh-uh)
I don't want that particular girl, keep her away from me
RIP Pop, keep the smoke (ayy, slatt)
Rest in peace Pop Smoke, and let the smoke from our music never stop
Keep her on a chain, that ain't like me (that ain't like me)
I usually don't keep girls under control, but this time it's different
Scotts with no strings, you can't tie me (Scotts with the, hol' on, bitch)
I'm like the Scott brand of toilet paper, I'm untouchable and you can't hold me down
I'm higher than the plane, I'm where the Skypes be (doo, doo, doo, doo, hee)
I'm flying higher than the plane, and I'm where high-altitude communication takes place
Yup, in my Slime tee (doo, doo, doo, hee)
I'm wearing a shirt from my friend Young Thug's clothing line 'Slime'
Princey in his prime, yee (doo, doo, doo, doo, hee)
I'm feeling like Prince in his prime, a music icon at the top of his game
Yellowbone too feisty, yee (doo, doo, doo, doo, doo, hee)
I'm attracted to a light-skinned girl who has a fiery personality
Clean him up, no napkin, yee (doo)
I'm cleaning up my competition without needing any extra help or wiping tools
'Scuse me, zi-zi-zi-zi-zi-zi-zi-zi, don't be missin', man
Excuse me, pay attention and don't miss out, man
Mississippi, dip a sippy, make 'em happy, make 'em copy
I'm referencing a line from the popular children's song 'Mississippi Hot Dog' to make people happy and copy my style
Make 'em get me chippy-chippys (yeah)
Make them get me enthusiastically hyped
That's a lot I'm gon' spend
I'm going to spend a lot of money
Tell me when, I beam you to pull up, you gon' shootout while I spin
Let me know when you're ready to pull up, and I'll take care of everything while I spin and entertain
Trippin' like I'm trigger happy, saltfish, ackee, ackee
I'm trippin' or high like someone who's trigger happy while referencing popular Jamaican dishes
Golf buggy, Kawasaki, catch a fish, sushi, maki, livin' life
I'm enjoying life and doing activities like driving a golf cart or riding a Kawasaki, and eating Japanese food like sushi and maki
London city, left the town (ah)
I left my hometown for London, a vibrant and exciting city
Thug and Travis be the fam
My music partner Young Thug and I are like a family to each other
Yup, yeah, you know that (slatt)
Yeah, you already know that (BLOOD)
And when they free us out, gon' be a film, a Kodak (yeah)
When we're finally released from some sort of confinement, it'll be like a movie and worth capturing on Kodak film
Shoot me pourin' right above the rim like Pollack
My pouring techniques are artistic and resemble the splatter paintings of Jackson Pollock
I've been rippin' and runnin', not slippin' or slidin', athletic tendencies
I've been running around and making moves, but I'm not losing my balance or making mistakes; my athleticism is showing
I've been up since, cheffin' it, whippin' it to the base rock
I've been awake and working hard, cooking up something amazing to its fullest potential
I provide the remedy (let's go)
I'm the solution or cure to a problem, let's make it happen
When we open gates up at Utopia (it's lit), it's like Zootopia
The experience of coming to our creative space Utopia will be similar to the fictional animal city of Zootopia, filled with energy and excitement
You see the crosses over ya (yeah), that's how you know it's us
You'll see our 'X' logo over you, indicating our presence
At 4 A.M. I'm phonin' ya', not for no shoulder rub
I'm contacting you at an odd hour, not for a massage or comfort
Them JACKBOYS open cleaners up, the way they fold and tuck
My crew JACKBOYS is organized and efficient, like a team of cleaners who fold and tuck clothing neatly
Checks, not my
I'm emphasizing that my success is based on income from checks, not my own possessions or wealth
I-I be where the fuck the light be
I'm where all the action and excitement is happening
Bangers in the system, it's
There are incredible and impactful songs in the industry right now
Ancient Anunnaki
An ancient Sumerian mythological race of deities who were believed to have genetically engineered humans
Bangers in the system, it's that
It's those specific songs that are trending and dominating the industry
M.I.A.
A reference to British-Sri Lankan rapper and singer M.I.A.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bernard Leverette, Chase Benjamin, Gerald Tiller, Jacques Webster, Jamall Willingham, Jeffery Lamar Williams, Mathangi Arulpragasam, Maurice Gleaton, Travis Darelle Walton
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