This song, originally titled 'Day n Nite 2', is the second time Travis Scott links up with his idol Kid Cudi for a song collaboration on Birds in the Trap Sing McKnight.
Travis flips Cudi’s breakout hit “Day N' Night” during his verse. This is actually the second time that Travis refers to this Cudi hit. Back in 2008, on one of his first musical projects, The Graduates EP with Chris Holloway, one of the tracks was called “Day'n'Nite.”
Travis Scott has talked a lot about how Kid Cudi is one of his favorite artists. Travis said that Kid Cudi liking Rodeo meant so much to him. About Cudi’s participation on Birds in the Trap Sing McKnight, he told Rolling Stone:
"In my whole career, all I wanted was acceptance from Kid Cudi…I don’t care about nothing else! This dude saved my life. He kept me from doing a lot of fucked up shit to myself, kept me on the right path. That’s why I make music, that’s why I go hard for the fans, that’s why I tell security to move out the way—‘cause this dude gave me the passion, the information, the insight on how to grow up and be who you want to be.
I don’t know if he remembers, but the first time I ever met Cudi was the first time I met Kanye. I’ve never told anyone this, but it was the same day. That was the first time I was around G.O.O.D. Music at all. I was sitting like, 'Man, I’m in the presence of 'Ye and Cudi. This is the art level where I want to be."
through the late night
Travis Scott Lyrics
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Mmm, meh, meh, meh, meh
Hmm, hmm, meh, meh
Mmm, meh, meh, meh, meh
Hmm, hmm, meh, meh
Mmm, meh, meh, meh, meh
Hmm, hmm, meh, meh
Mmm, meh, meh, meh, meh
Then we sleep through day then we play all through the late night
Sleep through day then we play all through the late night
Uh, uh, uh, uh, uh, uh, all through the late night
S'il vous plaît, don't you wait, all through the late night
All through the late night, all through the late night
All through the late night, all through the late night
All through the late night, all through the late night
All through the late night, all through the late night
I'm soarin', how the hell did I get in this space?
Four in the mornin', how did I get in this place?
Oh it don't matter, got smoke, drink, and I'm runnin' this space
Done contemplatin', I'ma take it in and groove in this case
N,N-Dimethyltryptamine and Lysergic acid diethylamide
The vibes are effervescent, delicious, just how they should be
N,N-Dimethyltryptamine and Lysergic acid diethylamide
The vibes are effervescent, delicious, just how they should be
No sleep in my bed, no sleepin' in my bed
When we gon' play, gon' play, gon' play until the day
I said no sleep in my bed, no sleepin' in my bed
Yeah, we gon' play, gon' play, then we'll sleep all through the day
And do it again
Sleep through day then we play all through the late night
Sleep through day then we play all through the late night
Uh, uh, uh, uh, uh, uh, all through the late night
S'il vous plaît, don't you wait, all through the late night
All through the late night, all through the late night
All through the late night, all through the late night
All through the late night, all through the late night
All through the late night, all through the late night
Day and night, I toss and turn
I keep stressin' my mind, mind
I seek the peace, sometimes I can't restrain
To join a rage at night, come out and play, play
Balance, find your balance
God said it's my talent
Sprinkle a little season on the salad
Relieve my heart of malice, hit my palace
Stroke my cactus, ohh, don't wait
Don't play (Yea, yea)
Play no games like the NBA
Throwin' checks like the NBA
You a ring, you a ring
We shootin' shots like the NRA
Ahh, she jammin' Travis and Kid Cudi
The new Krayzie Bone and Slim Bun B
Yeah, shawty, on the scene, pull up on the scene
Sip my tea, lean no Hennessy
Ah, save all, take it right
Ah, take it all, never light
Ah, had a ball, had a night
Ah, after all, sleep good
Sleep through day then we play all through the late night
Sleep through day then we play all through the late night
Uh, uh, uh, uh, uh, uh, all through the late night
S'il vous plaît , don't you wait, all through the late night
All through the late night, all through the late night
All through the late night, all through the late night
All through the late night, all through the late night
All through the late night, all through the late night
The lyrics of Travis Scott ft. Kid Cudi's song "Through the Late Night" are packed with substance that highlights the life of a carefree individual who likes to party and live life to the fullest. The song talks about how the singer spends the night, high on drugs and grooving to the rhythm of the music.
The first verse speaks about the singer's state of mind after taking a mix of psychedelic drugs like N, N-Dimethyltryptamine and Lysergic acid diethylamide. He is in a happy, effervescent mood, and he feels in control of his surroundings. He sings about soaring, meaning he feels above everything, and it doesn't matter how he ended up where he is. The chorus talks about how he spends the day sleeping and then the night partying, dancing, and having a good time, asking others to do the same with him. The lyrics in the chorus repeat multiple times and emphasize how the singer wants to party all through the late night, suggesting he likes being awake in the night more than the day.
The second verse talks about the singer's search for peace and balance in his life. He feels the need to control his emotions and seeks a way to find peace. The line "God said it's my talent" represents how he feels that partying and living his best life are his qualities, his talent. He then mentions the NBA and the NRA, using these analogies to put across that just like professional basketball players, he is throwing checks, but they are in the form of drugs and alcohol. The song ends with the singer feeling accomplished and sleeping well after a good night's party.
Line by Line Meaning
Hmm, hmm, meh, meh
Humming sound with no particular meaning.
Mmm, meh, meh, meh, meh
Random sounds with no particular meaning.
Then we sleep through day then we play all through the late night
We rest during the day and spend the night having fun.
Uh, uh, uh, uh, uh, uh, all through the late night
We are partying and having fun throughout the night.
S'il vous plaît, don't you wait, all through the late night
Please don't hesitate, let's keep having fun all through the night.
I'm soarin', how the hell did I get in this space?
I am in a great place mentally and I'm surprised how I got there.
Four in the mornin', how did I get in this place?
It's 4 AM and I don't know how I ended up here.
Oh it don't matter, got smoke, drink, and I'm runnin' this space
It doesn't matter how I got here because I have everything I need and I'm enjoying myself.
Done contemplatin', I'ma take it in and groove in this case
I'm done thinking and analyzing, I'm just going to enjoy the moment and dance.
N,N-Dimethyltryptamine and Lysergic acid diethylamide
Drugs that alter consciousness and mood.
The vibes are effervescent, delicious, just how they should be
The atmosphere is lively and delightful, just like it's supposed to be.
No sleep in my bed, no sleepin' in my bed
I don't want to rest, I'd rather keep partying.
When we gon' play, gon' play, gon' play until the day
We'll keep having fun and playing until the sun comes up.
Yeah, we gon' play, gon' play, then we'll sleep all through the day
We'll have more fun and then rest all day.
Day and night, I toss and turn
I have trouble sleeping and am constantly restless.
I keep stressin' my mind, mind
I'm overthinking and causing my own stress.
I seek the peace, sometimes I can't restrain
I am looking for inner peace but sometimes can't control my own thoughts.
To join a rage at night, come out and play, play
To release pent-up emotions, I enjoy going out at night and having fun.
Balance, find your balance
I need to find balance in my life.
God said it's my talent
I believe that God gave me the gift of music and performing.
Sprinkle a little season on the salad
I need to add some variety to my life.
Relieve my heart of malice, hit my palace
I want to release my anger and stress by having fun.
Stroke my cactus, ohh, don't wait
I am taking a moment to enjoy the small things in life, like touching a cactus.
Don't play (Yea, yea)
Don't waste time, let's have fun.
Play no games like the NBA
Don't mess around, let's get down to business.
Throwin' checks like the NBA
Spending money freely and generously.
You a ring, you a ring
You are a valuable asset.
We shootin' shots like the NRA
We are taking risks and going for our goals like the National Rifle Association.
Ahh, she jammin' Travis and Kid Cudi
She is enjoying the music of Travis Scott and Kid Cudi.
The new Krayzie Bone and Slim Bun B
We are the new generation of successful musicians like Krayzie Bone and Slim Bun B.
Yeah, shawty, on the scene, pull up on the scene
She is present and ready to have fun with us.
Sip my tea, lean no Hennessy
I am drinking tea instead of alcohol.
Ah, save all, take it right
I'm saving my energy to have more fun later.
Ah, take it all, never light
I'm taking everything seriously and not taking anything lightly.
Ah, had a ball, had a night
We had fun and enjoyed the night.
Ah, after all, sleep good
After it all, we'll sleep well.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Scott Mescudi, Jacques Webster, Kevin Gomringer, Tim Gomringer, Ronald Latour, Oladipo Omishore
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