Back of My Mind
Trippie Redd Lyrics


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Skrt skrt
(I wuv' Trippie Redd)
Skrt skrt
Skrt skrt
Skrt skrt, aye
Skrt
Skrt, aye
Ooh, huh

I love shawty in the back of my mind
Fuck your love shawty I ain't got time
Put my love and my feelings to the side
Young nigga, I've been out on the grind
Fuck your love, yeah
Fuck your love
Fuck your love
Can't give two fucks, yeah
I'm just really chilling, tryna count blue bucks, yeah
You try to run off with my money, I'ma bust, yeah
I'ma bust, yeah
Nigga I'ma bust, yeah

This is how I move
You should move like this too
You in the back of my mind that's all new, ooh
I don't need you no more, no more
I ain't need you no more
No more
No more
Yeah, yeah, yeah

You in the back of my mind, yeah
You in the back of the line, yeah
You hate that I'm doing fine, yeah
You know I'm back on my grind, yeah
You in the back of my mind, yeah
You in the back of my mind
But I'm just here for a good time, yeah

I got you in the back of my mind
Got you in the back of my mind
You hate that I'm doing fine
I'm just here to have a good time

Nah baby you don't wanna do that
Texting me like I'ma give it right back
And baby you can get it like that, that, yeah
But I'm ignoring all your calls, yeah, yeah, yeah
Wrist game and I'm modest with my bling
Got the whole damn block out bouncin' to this thing
Got a couple fuckboys somewhere in the crowd
I'll see you too baby, around

You in the back of my mind, yeah
You in the back of the line, yeah
You hate that I'm doing fine, yeah
You know I'm back on my grind, yeah
You in the back of my mind, yeah
You in the back of my mind
But I'm just here for a good time, yeah

I got you in the back of my mind
Got you in the back of my mind
You hate that I'm doing fine
I'm just here to have a good time

That money in front of my mind
My pockets so deep she get blind
I fantasize you when I'm fine
I won't break your heart, make you cry
Them diamonds so wet, leave you blind
I tell little mama, "you mine"
I was cuffin' her clothes with her cryin'
I was checking the stars, reading signs
The way your man move, unoriginal
And I get so fly that it's pitiful
The pretty ones wanna be difficult
Wanna blame me for the things that he did to you
But I can't blame her 'cause I shine
Take another shot to ease your mind
Wanna feel numb for the night, have a good time, yeah
Independent bitches feel freaky
Instagram thotties looking for a meal ticket, yeah, yeah
Pay me for the pull up watch me feel different, yeah, yeah
In the back of my mind you'll be still thinking "yeah, yeah, yeah"

This is how I move
You should move like this too
You in the back of my mind that's all new, ooh
I don't need you no more, no more
I ain't need you no more
No more
No more
Yeah, yeah, yeah

You in the back of my mind, yeah
You in the back of the line, yeah
You hate that I'm doing fine, yeah
You know I'm back on my grind, yeah
You in the back of my mind, yeah
You in the back of my mind
But I'm just here for a good time, yeah

I got you in the back of my mind
Got you in the back of my mind
You hate that I'm doing fine
I'm just here to have a good time

You in the back of my mind, yeah
You in the back of the line, yeah
You hate that I'm doing fine, yeah
You know I'm back on my grind, yeah
You in the back of my mind, yeah
You in the back of my mind
But I'm just here for a good time, yeah
I'm just here for a good time
I'm just here for a good time
I got you in the back of my mind
Got you in the back of my mind




You hate that I'm doing fine
I'm just here to have a good time

Overall Meaning

In "Back of My Mind" by Trippie Redd, the repeated phrase "you in the back of my mind" represents someone who is lingering in his thoughts but is no longer a priority. He acknowledges that this person used to be significant in his life ("I love shawty in the back of my mind") but now, he has moved on and is focusing on his own goals and making money. The lyrics suggest that this person who is still on his mind might have tried to take advantage of him financially ("You try to run off with my money, I'ma bust"). He is also dismissing the idea of a romantic relationship with this person ("Fuck your love shawty I ain't got time") and making it clear that he is not interested in pursuing love or feelings ("Put my love and my feelings to the side").


Trippie Redd seems to be highlighting his independent and confident nature with lyrics like "This is how I move, you should move like this too" and "I don't need you no more". He is also calling out those who are unoriginal or difficult, suggesting that he values authenticity and simplicity in his relationships. The overall tone of the song is one of self-assurance and empowerment, as Trippie Redd declares that he is "just here for a good time" and isn't letting anyone hold him back.


Line by Line Meaning

Skrt skrt
Sound of a car drifting, expressing Trippie Redd's thrill for a fast-paced lifestyle.


(I wuv' Trippie Redd)
A humorous aside where Trippie Redd acknowledges his own fame and enjoys the adoration of his fans.


Skrt skrt, aye
Repeating the car drift sound for emphasis, with an affirmative 'aye.'


Skrt
A shortened version of the car drift sound, used for stylistic effect.


Skrt, aye
Another repetition of the car drift sound, and affirmation with 'aye.'


Ooh, huh
An expression of satisfaction with a soft exhale and a sudden intonation of 'huh'.


I love shawty in the back of my mind
Trippie Redd maintains his affection for a past lover, though they are only a distant memory 'in the back of his mind.'


Fuck your love shawty I ain't got time
Trippie Redd dismisses any current feelings of love or attachment from the same person he still thinks about fondly, stating his focus is elsewhere and there is no time for such distractions.


Put my love and my feelings to the side
Trippie Redd intentionally puts aside any emotion or display of affection in order to focus on his own goals and not be distracted by a relationship.


Your nigga, I've been out on the grind
Trippie Redd implies that while he was working hard and striving towards success, his past lover was with someone else.


Fuck your love, yeah
Trippie Redd reiterates his lack of interest in love or relationships.


Fuck your love
A repeated statement that carries a defiant tone and emphasizes Trippie Redd's lack of interest in the topic.


Can't give two fucks, yeah
Trippie Redd is unapologetically unconcerned with the opinions or feelings of others.


I'm just really chilling, tryna count blue bucks, yeah
Trippie Redd is focused on earning and counting money ('blue bucks') and is not interested in anything that detracts from that goal.


You try to run off with my money, I'ma bust, yeah
Trippie Redd warns those who would try to steal his money that he will take action to protect it, by any means necessary.


I'ma bust, yeah
Reiterating that he is determined to take steps to protect his possessions, with an affirmative 'yeah.'


Nigga I'ma bust, yeah
Trippie Redd implicates that this protection could be in the form of violent retribution against anyone who tries to steal from him.


This is how I move
Trippie Redd is explaining his typical behavior and actions.


You should move like this too
Trippie Redd suggests that his way of living life and making decisions would benefit others as well.


You in the back of my mind that's all new, ooh
Trippie Redd expresses surprise that after all this time, he still thinks fondly of this person, with a soft 'ooh' that suggests a pleasant surprise.


I don't need you no more, no more
Trippie Redd declares that he has moved on from this person and is no longer dependent on them for anything.


I ain't need you no more
A repeated assertion that emphasizes the artist's independence and strength of character.


No more
A simple, direct statement that emphasizes the finality of the previous lines, repeated for emphasis.


Yeah, yeah, yeah
A series of affirmations that reinforce the artist's position and gives his words more weight.


You in the back of my mind, yeah
Trippie Redd repeats that he still thinks of this past lover, but they are only a distant memory 'in the back of his mind'.


You in the back of the line, yeah
A play on words, where Trippie Redd associates this past lover with being at the back of the line of priorities in his life.


You hate that I'm doing fine, yeah
Trippie Redd implies that the past lover is aware of his success and happiness, but resents it for some reason.


You know I'm back on my grind, yeah
Trippie Redd points out that his hard work and focus is paying off, and he is on a path to success.


You in the back of my mind
Repeating the same phrase used earlier, reinforcing the idea that this person is only a distant memory that does not take precedence in Trippie Redd's thoughts or actions.


But I'm just here for a good time, yeah
Trippie Redd is focused on having fun and enjoying life, and is not interested in any negativity or drama.


I got you in the back of my mind
The singer is acknowledging that despite their past, this person still influences their thoughts, although they are not a priority.


Got you in the back of my mind
Repeating the same phrase used earlier, emphasizing the idea that the past lover is only a secondary concern.


You hate that I'm doing fine
Repeating a statement made earlier, perhaps to further emphasize that this idea is a source of tension between the two people.


I'm just here to have a good time
Repeating the same phrase used earlier, emphasizing that the artist is focused on enjoying life and not being weighed down by negativity or drama.


Nah baby you don't wanna do that
Trippie Redd advises this person not to act in a certain way, likely implying that it would be detrimental to their relationship (or lack thereof).


Texting me like I'ma give it right back
The past lover is attempting to reconnect in some way, perhaps for financial gain or emotional support.


And baby you can get it like that, that, yeah
Trippie Redd is suggesting that fulfilling this person's requests or desires would be easy for him, but he chooses not to do so.


But I'm ignoring all your calls, yeah, yeah, yeah
Trippie Redd is intentionally not responding or engaging with any attempts by this person to reconnect, emphasizing his lack of interest or emotional investment.


Wrist game and I'm modest with my bling
Trippie Redd has expensive and flashy jewelry, but still maintains a sense of humility and modesty in his appearance.


Got the whole damn block out bouncin' to this thing
Trippie Redd's music is so infectious and popular that it has brought out a large crowd to dance and enjoy it together.


Got a couple fuckboys somewhere in the crowd
There are some people in the crowd who are not genuine or respectful, demonstrating a sense of disloyalty.


I'll see you too baby, around
A warning or acknowledgement to these 'fuckboys' that they will not be able to deceive or outsmart Trippie Redd and he will see them again in the future.


That money in front of my mind
Trippie Redd's focus is primarily on earning and maintaining his wealth and success.


My pockets so deep she get blind
Trippie Redd has so much money that it is overwhelming, perhaps even blinding to others.


I fantasize you when I'm fine
Despite his lack of emotional investment, Trippie Redd still thinks about and enjoys the memories of this person when he is feeling content or happy.


I won't break your heart, make you cry
Trippie Redd is making a promise or assurance to this past lover that he will not hurt or manipulate them emotionally.


Them diamonds so wet, leave you blind
Repeating an earlier phrase that emphasizes how flashy and impressive Trippie Redd's jewelry is, with a metaphorical comparison to blindness.


I tell little mama, 'you mine.'
Trippie Redd is expressing his control or dominance over a romantic partner, using possessive language to show ownership or power.


She was cuffin' her clothes with her cryin'
The partner was so emotionally overwhelmed by Trippie Redd's words that they were physically reacting (crying) and trying to keep clothing close to their body (cuffing) as a comfort mechanism.


I was checking the stars, read the signs
Trippie Redd may be using astrology or celestial signs to guide his actions or decisions, or simply enjoying a peaceful and contemplative moment while looking up at the night sky.


The way your man move, unoriginal
Trippie Redd is critiquing this past lover's current partner, finding them lacking in some capacity and unimpressive in their behavior or actions.


And I get so fly that it's pitiful
Trippie Redd is acknowledging that he has an impressive and flashy sense of style or appearance, perhaps to the point where it is excessive or embarrassing to others.


The pretty ones wanna be difficult
Trippie Redd is aware that attractive people can often be demanding or entitled, due to their appearance.


Wanna blame me for the things that he did to you
Trippie Redd is being held accountable by this past lover for something that he did not necessarily do, but is being blamed for due to the partner's past experiences with someone else.


But I can't blame her 'cause I shine
Trippie Redd is aware that his success or wealth could be intimidating or unsettling to others, and chooses not to hold this against them or blame them for any negative reactions or misunderstandings.


Take another shot to ease your mind
Trippie Redd is suggesting that drinking alcohol could be a way to temporarily forget problems or worries, and enjoy the moment instead.


Wanna feel numb for the night, have a good time, yeah
Trippie Redd is implying that it is possible to have a fun and enjoyable time despite any negative emotions or experiences, and suggests that this is the best course of action for the night.


Independent bitches feel freaky
Trippie Redd is expressing a somewhat derogatory opinion of women who are financially independent, implying that they may behave in a certain way due to their success or status.


Instagram thotties looking for a meal ticket, yeah, yeah
Trippie Redd is dismissing women who appear to be using social media in order to attract rich or famous men and gain access to their wealth.


Pay me for the pull up watch me feel different, yeah, yeah
Trippie Redd is suggesting that money has the power to change how he feels or behaves, perhaps indicating that his motivation for success is grounded in the desire for wealth and the status it brings.


In the back of my mind you'll be still thinking 'yeah, yeah, yeah'
Repeating an earlier line, emphasizing that despite time and distance, this person is still a presence in Trippie Redd's thoughts.


I'm just here for a good time
Reiterating a previous sentiment, emphasizing that Trippie Redd is focused on enjoying life and not being weighed down by negativity or drama.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Christopher Cheeks, Cydnee Butler, Douglas Walters, Eduardo Rivera, Michael White

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