In the chorus, the heavy repetition of, “I know” suggests that Travis is feeling fed up and bothered by everyone judging him for being on drugs, however, because he’s so addicted, despite people caring for him, he brushes it off as though he feels they’re not looking out for him.
The track shares a similar cadence to Travis' August 2018, “5% TINT” which similarly has a slow, yet fascinating rhythm. While rapping, Travis is backed by a creepy piano riff that follows him through the entire track.
With a lack of autotune — in comparison to other Travis Scott songs — the raw vocals play into the mysterious theme of the song which surrounds the topic of drugs. It sees Travis being honest, however, at the same time, he’s in denial about being on drugs.
I KNOW ?
Travis Scott Lyrics
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It's 5 AM and I'm drunk right now
Tell me, can we still fuck? (Fuck that shit)
One of one, I'm in the zone right now
Tell me, am I still? Mm
Tellin' you just how I feel right now
You say it's just the drugs, and I know
I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
Before I had you right inside my arms
Then again, I could be drunk (it's lit, yeah)
Baby, I don't wanna sound righteous (yeah)
I got twenty bitches suckin' like bisons
I just eeny, meeny, miney, roll the dices, I pick her (pop it, pop it)
She ain't really even my type, been out here
She been losin' herself to the night shift
She been losin' herself, and I get it, oh, girl, yeah, I get it
Yeah, yeah, you've been fightin' for your shot
And you've been searchin' for your spot
Girl, I feel it, yeah, girl, I feel it, yeah
Oh, you think you got your groove
But you want someone like you
Tell me, is you still up? (Up)
It's 5 AM and I'm drunk right now
Tell me, can we still fuck? (Fuck that shit)
One of one, I'm in the zone right now
Tell me, am I still? Mm
Tellin' you just how I feel right now
You say it's just the drugs, and I know
I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know (ooh, it's the kid, know it, damn it)
I lied too, way before, before (how they feelin', how they feelin', ooh)
Before I had you right inside my arms (feelin' like some money, tonight)
Then again, I could be drunk (yeah)
I know, mami, I know (know), it's 2 AM, don't stress
At three, that blue shit kick in', in thirty you'll feel your best
I turned my whole spot to Crucial, it's crucial, the way I left (it's lit)
Upstairs is like a low, my new bitches be the best (let's go)
I'm lookin' at her, when her startin' to turn to you (her)
Now you startin' to fuck up my mind, is it you, is it her?
We brought booby trap to the 'burbs
F29 is my address, in case you ain't heard
It's floodin' upstairs, it's a leak
I don't make it squeak, make it squirt
I make this shit beat, bon appétit when I feast
Slippin' and slide through the streets, it takes a finesse
Especially in this Cabriolet Jeep, engine make it hard to creep
Just leave the gate open, through the side door, I'ma creep (ooh, ooh)
Are you by the Turrell? And are the kids downstairs asleep?
And are you upstairs by yourself? A minute from there
Is there some room for me? Baby, do tell, do tell
Tell me, is you still up? (Up)
It's 5 AM and I'm drunk right now
Tell me, can we still fuck? (Fuck that shit)
One of one, I'm in the zone right now
Tell me, am I still? Mm
Tellin' you just how I feel right now
You say it's just the drugs, and I know
I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
I lied too, way before, before
Before I had you right inside my arms
Then again, I can be drunk
The lyrics to Travis Scott's song "I KNOW" touch upon themes of late-night intoxication, sexual desire, and self-reflection. The song begins with Travis Scott questioning if the person he is addressing is still awake and if they still have a desire for physical intimacy. He acknowledges that he is drunk at 5 AM and in the zone. He expresses his feelings honestly, fully aware that his current state is influenced by drugs. However, he admits to lying in the past, even before he had this person in his life. He speculates that he could be drunk again, blurring the line between his genuine feelings and the influence of intoxication.
In the second verse, Travis Scott switches perspectives and addresses a woman directly. He assures her that he doesn't want to sound self-righteous and boasts about having multiple women interested in him. He playfully chooses one of them, emphasizing that she may not even be his usual type. He acknowledges that she has been losing herself to the night and understands her struggles. He recognizes her determination and her desire to find her place but suggests that she may be looking for someone just like herself.
Overall, the lyrics of "I KNOW" portray a late-night encounter fueled by alcohol and drugs. Travis Scott grapples with the blurred lines between his true emotions and the influence of substances. He acknowledges his past mistakes and recognizes the struggles of the person he is addressing while questioning his own intentions and desires.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me, is you still up? (Up)
Are you awake and available?
It's 5 AM and I'm drunk right now
It's early in the morning and I'm intoxicated
Tell me, can we still fuck? (Fuck that shit)
Can we still engage in sexual activity?
One of one, I'm in the zone right now
I'm completely focused and in my element
Tell me, am I still? Mm
Am I still the person you desire?
Tellin' you just how I feel right now
Expressing my current emotions
You say it's just the drugs, and I know
You believe my feelings are influenced by drugs, and I understand
I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
I am aware and fully understand
I lied too, way before, before
I also deceived in the past
Before I had you right inside my arms
Before I held you close to me
Then again, I could be drunk (it's lit, yeah)
However, it's possible I'm just intoxicated
Baby, I don't wanna sound righteous (yeah)
Darling, I don't want to come across as self-righteous
I got twenty bitches suckin' like bisons
I have multiple women performing oral sex on me
I just eeny, meeny, miney, roll the dices, I pick her (pop it, pop it)
I randomly choose a woman to engage with
She ain't really even my type, been out here
She doesn't meet my usual preferences, but I'm still with her
She been losin' herself to the night shift
She's been indulging in late-night activities, losing her true self
She been losin' herself, and I get it, oh, girl, yeah, I get it
She's been losing her sense of identity, and I understand why
Yeah, yeah, you've been fightin' for your shot
You've been struggling for an opportunity
And you've been searchin' for your spot
You've been actively looking for your place
Girl, I feel it, yeah, girl, I feel it, yeah
I can empathize with your journey
Oh, you think you got your groove
You believe you've found your rhythm
But you want someone like you
Yet you desire someone who shares your qualities
I know, mami, I know (know), it's 2 AM, don't stress
I understand, darling, it's late at night, no need to worry
At three, that blue shit kickin', in thirty you'll feel your best
After a certain time, the drugs will take effect, and you'll feel great
I turned my whole spot to Crucial, it's crucial, the way I left (it's lit)
I transformed my environment into an essential location, and my departure was significant
Upstairs is like a low, my new bitches be the best (let's go)
The upper level is where the fun happens, and my new women are exceptional
I'm lookin' at her, when her startin' to turn to you (her)
I'm observing her as she begins to resemble you
Now you startin' to fuck up my mind, is it you, is it her?
Now you're causing confusion in my thoughts, is it you or someone else?
We brought booby trap to the 'burbs
We introduced danger and excitement to the suburbs
F29 is my address, in case you ain't heard
F29 is where I live, in case you're unaware
It's floodin' upstairs, it's a leak
There's water overflowing in the upper level, there's a leak
I don't make it squeak, make it squirt
I don't just make it creak, I make it gush
I make this shit beat, bon appetit when I feast
I create this incredible music, enjoy it when I indulge
Slippin' and slide through the streets, it takes a finesse
Navigating the streets smoothly requires skill and grace
Especially in this Cabriolet Jeep, engine make chaotic creep
Especially in this convertible Jeep, the powerful engine moves ominously
Just leave the gate open, through the side door, I'ma creep (ooh, ooh)
Simply leave the entrance accessible, I'll quietly enter through the side door
Are you 'bout it? Too real, and are the kids downstairs asleep?
Are you ready for this? Are you genuine, and are the children downstairs sleeping?
And are you upstairs by yourself? A minute from there
And are you alone upstairs? Just a minute away
Is there some room for me? Baby, do tell, do tell
Is there space for me? Darling, please let me know
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, O/B/O DistroKid, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Hipgnosis Songs Group
Written by: Evan Hood-Atlas, Jacques Webster, Josiah Sherman, Ozan Yildirim, Scotty Coleman, Terrance George
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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