Cocaine
UGK Lyrics

Cocaine, cocaine
Introduction and constant reference to the drug cocaine

I'd like to introduce you all to
Acknowledging the impact and presence of cocaine in society

Pimp see in the house y'all put your hands together
Celebrating Pimp C's contribution to the music industry and highlighting his past dealing with cocaine

Big Dick Cheney and Snowy Snow
Associating the drug with high profile figures and its prevalence in various industries

Uh, the bitch, been good to me
Acknowledging the impact that cocaine has had on the artist's life

Been bad to my homies, keep it cool with me
While cocaine has had negative effects on those around him, the singer has managed to avoid those consequences

I played it by the rules and the regulations
The singer followed certain guidelines when dealing cocaine to avoid any legal implications

I use to switch cars with the Mexican at the gas station
A method used to avoid detection while transporting cocaine

Mine had money in it, his had the work
The artist would use this method when dealing to avoid carrying large sums of money and drugs in the same car

After the deal was done, I make my girl pussy squirt
Celebrating the successful drug deal and enjoying the rewards with his partner

Cause after the deal, we would all celebrate
Celebrating the success of the deal with others involved, highlighting the social aspects surrounding drug deals

Happy 'cause it wasn't no jacking and the product was straight
Relieved that the drug deal was not an armed robbery and that they received high quality cocaine

I never came with the funny business
The singer was honest in his dealings and did not engage in any shady or manipulative behavior

That's why we steady playing in Jags and Benzes
The singer's honesty led to continued success and wealth, allowing him to drive luxury cars

Some niggaz, let the city eat 'em up
Acknowledging that some people get caught up in the drug game and suffer negative consequences

I was just coming up, whipping my pyrex steady beating it up
Describing the excited and intense process of making cocaine with a Pyrex glassware

I'm a shark with the fork, microwave or pot
Describing his expertise in cooking cocaine using different kitchen tools

I'ma hit it with the Sprite and make that butter lock
Describing a method to turn cocaine into a denser, more profitable form

Everything was cool, I was ice cold
The singer felt in control and confident in his cocaine dealings

Till I let that bitch get up in my nose
Admitting that cocaine has had a negative effect on him personally

They call it cocaine, cocaine, yayo
Using slang terms for cocaine that are known to different regions and communities

Coca leaves, whatever you wanna say bro
Acknowledging that cocaine comes from coca leaves and is commonly referred to using different terms

Cocaine is a hell of a drug, it ain't hum-drum
Asserting that cocaine is a powerful and addictive drug

And we all know where it's at, but where it come from
People are aware of cocaine's existence but not necessarily its origin or the issues surrounding it

The mountains of Columbia and Peru
Highlighting the origins of cocaine, specifically the regions where coca leaves are grown

Extracted from the coca leaf, but see that shit ain't new
Explaining how cocaine is made from coca leaves, and pointing out that this is not a new discovery or practice

It's been around for hundreds of years, exploited by the rich
Acknowledging that cocaine has a long history with the wealthy and powerful, who have used and profited from it

They even use to put it in Coca-Cola, ain't that a bitch
Revealing that cocaine was once an ingredient in the popular soda company, Coca-Cola

You had kings, queens, princes and princesses
Referencing the high-society individuals who have used and profited from cocaine throughout history

Even priests and popes fought to getting it in different instances
Highlighting the fact that even religious figures have sought out cocaine and its perceived benefits

A privileged possession for dozens of centuries
Asserting that cocaine has been a symbol of wealth and power for centuries

Helped a few wars, legal and illegal industries
Noting that cocaine has been used in various war efforts, as well as legal and illegal industries

Grown by the cartels, protected by gorillas
Describing the present-day cocaine industry, which is often controlled by crime organizations and protected by armed forces

Transported by the best to the ghettos to straight killers
Describing the process of transporting cocaine from its origin to various locations, including impoverished areas, for consumption and distribution

The power of the powder pimping, you don't understand
Asserting the influence and power that cocaine has on those involved in its trade, and suggesting that outsiders do not fully grasp this power

Ask W man, he's a dealer and a fan of cocaine
Referencing a specific individual involved in the cocaine trade, who not only deals the drug but also enjoys consuming it

You chilling on the corner, looking cooler than a mo'fucker
Describing a typical scenario where cocaine is being sold, and the atmosphere surrounding it

Got a pocket full of hot, it's hotter than a mo'fucker
Acknowledging the inherent danger in carrying a significant amount of cocaine

Living in that condition, my Phantom in the front yard
Describing the excess and wealth that can come from the cocaine trade, including expensive cars

We them real dope boys, I ain't gotta front dog
Asserting that the artist and his associates are real drug dealers and do not need to pretend or put on a front

Big dope in the trunk, following my Map Quest
Describing the practice of transporting cocaine to various locations using GPS and other technological tools

Choppers in the White House, pistol on my lap, yes
Highlighting the use of weapons in cocaine dealings, and the fact that even high-profile individuals may be involved in its trade

I remember, when I first met that wonderful girl
Referring to cocaine as a 'wonderful girl' may highlight the singer's affection for the drug, but also how it can be addictive like a relationship

Club Rolex, she fathered my mother a pearl
Describing a setting where the artist was first introduced to cocaine, as well as the luxury and wealth that can come from dealing the drug

Spinning wild living foul, diamonds all in my dial
Celebrating the success and wealth that the artist has achieved through cocaine dealing

Pimping style, but they yayo got me wearing linen now
Describing the fashion choices and lifestyle changes that come from being involved in the cocaine trade

Getting paper, paper plates on convertibles
Referring to the wealth and success gained from dealing cocaine, including fancy cars with paper (temporary) license plates

And my yayo to PA, that work'll move
Referring again to the profitable cocaine trade and how drugs can be moved around to other locations for sale

Ricky Ross only fuck with legends
Referring to Rick Ross's admiration of the legendary group, UGK

Pimp see, Bun be got the hustle perfected
Acknowledging the skill and success of the members of the group UGK in the cocaine trade

I could ship it to ya or you could come and get it
Describing the options available for obtaining cocaine

Just bring the cool million with ya when you come and visit Ross
Describing the high price associated with the drug, as well as the power of the artist to demand such a price