UnoTheActivist, is an American recording artist hailing from Atlanta, Georg… Read Full Bio ↴UnoTheActivist, is an American recording artist hailing from Atlanta, Georgia. Amongst the darkness, Uno aims to be a shining star who casts his light upon experiences he's encountered through the medium of music in hopes to influence and inspire listeners to shine bright as well.

Uno cemented himself as a pillar of the rap scene in 2015, taking the underground by storm with the release of his No More Thotties mixtape and songs like "Parkin' Lot Pimpin'," "Giuseppe Swag," and "WHAT." Uno would respond to the craving for new music held by his fans for two years by releasing his debut studio mixtape Live.Shyne.Die in late 2017.

A desire for musical experimentation led to his mid-2018 EP Limbus. The series' second installment would release in December of that same year. This trend of experimentation would continue itself with the release of Uno's Deadication remix project in mid-2019.

Uno delivered Deadication II: Lost Files in early 2020, a mixtape containing vaulted songs dating back to 2017. In mid-2020, Uno released his highly-anticipated debut studio album, 8, which included popular tracks "Das Him," "Night Mode," and "Can't Go."

At the beginning of 2021, Uno would release his sophomore studio album, Unoverse, a 10-track LP that would mark his first independent release since his 2017 EP Sorry for the Wait. The project featured standout cuts "Taco Bell" and "Opp Pack." ~ Alexander L. & Hamed T.

Riding Round
UNOTHEACTIVIST Lyrics

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Yeah, yeah mmm
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Mmm (Dream, this shit go dummy)

I be riding, riding 'round (Riding 'round)
Riding, riding, riding, riding
Riding 'round (Riding 'round)
Riding, riding, riding, riding

Riding 'round (Riding 'round)
Riding, riding, riding, riding
Riding 'round riding up and down

I done came up from the bottom of the ground
(Of the ground)
I done came up from the bottom, it go down
(It go down)
I done came up from the dollars that I count
(That I count)
I done came up from the dollars, the amounts
(Amounts) check my account (Account)
Take it to your town (Town)
Get in and get out (Out)
Flexing in that gown (Gown)
So much drip, you might just drown (Drown)
I'm in that crib, I don't go out (Go out)
No, I won't go (Won't go)
Stack up my dough (My dough)
That's all I know (I know)
That's all I need if you was riding with me
(With me)
I never sleep, it got me feeling fatigued
(Fatigued) i gotta leave
(Leave)
I gotta get out the scene (The scene)
I need some peace 'cause
I'm not feeling complete (Complete)
You know what I need, oh, no
You know what I need (I need)
You know what I seen, oh, no
You know what I seen (I seen)
I keep it a bean, oh, no, I keep it a bean
(A bean) you know what I mean, oh, no
You know what I mean (I mean)

I be riding, riding 'round (Riding 'round)
Riding, riding, riding, riding
Riding 'round (Riding 'round)
Riding, riding, riding, riding
Riding 'round (Riding 'round)
Riding, riding, riding, riding
Riding 'round riding up and down

Yeah (Uno, I killed it) i popped a pill
(Riding 'round, riding 'round)
I popped a pill
(Riding 'round, riding 'round)
I had to numb the feel
(Riding 'round, riding 'round)
I had to do a lil' kill
(Riding 'round, riding 'round)
Jesus, grab the wheel
(Riding 'round, riding 'round)
I don't know if it's real
(Riding 'round, riding 'round)
They say, "Thou shalt not kill"
(Riding 'round, riding 'round)
I'm on a drill
(Riding 'round, riding 'round)
Yeah, I think I'm on the stars
Never had a bad trip
So I'm taking a trip to Mars
I got on DRKSHDW Rick, oh
She wanna rip out my heart
And I'm surrounded by this water 'cause
I'm living like a shark
Uno play you out your cards
I know love is real
You expensive, you my thrill
Yeah, let's go on a trip
She matching my drip

I be riding, riding 'round (Riding 'round)
Riding, riding, riding, riding
Riding 'round (Riding 'round)
Riding, riding, riding, riding
Riding 'round (Riding 'round)

Riding, riding, riding, riding
Riding 'round riding up and down

Overall Meaning

The song "Riding Round" by UnoTheActivist feat. Matt Ox explores themes of success, overcoming obstacles, and living in the moment. The lyrics suggest a sense of accomplishment and growth, with lines like "I done came up from the bottom of the ground" and "I done came up from the dollars, the amounts." These lines convey a sense of rising from a difficult situation to achieving financial stability.

The repeated refrain of "Riding 'round" emphasizes a feeling of freedom and movement. It suggests that the artist is enjoying their success by constantly being on the move, exploring new places, and experiencing new adventures. The line "I'm in that crib, I don't go out" implies that the artist prefers to enjoy the comforts of their own space rather than being out in the public eye.

The lyrics also touch on the artist's need for peace and completion. Lines such as "I need some peace 'cause I'm not feeling complete" and "You know what I need, oh, no, You know what I need" express a longing for something that is missing, perhaps a deeper connection or contentment in life.

Overall, the song captures the euphoric feeling of accomplishment and the desire for fulfillment that comes with success. It conveys the artist's willingness to explore new experiences and enjoy the fruits of their labor while acknowledging the need for peace and a sense of completeness.

Line by Line Meaning

I be riding, riding 'round (Riding 'round)
I constantly move and travel, going from one place to another

Riding, riding, riding, riding
Continuously engaging in this act of riding

Riding 'round (Riding 'round)
Continually circulating and exploring different areas

Riding, riding, riding, riding
Continuously engaging in this act of riding

Riding 'round (Riding 'round)
Continually circulating and exploring different areas

Riding, riding, riding, riding
Continuously engaging in this act of riding

Riding 'round riding up and down
Moving in a rhythmic motion, fluctuating between high and low points

I done came up from the bottom of the ground
I have risen from a position of low status and achieved success

(Of the ground)
From a position below the surface

I done came up from the bottom, it go down
I have elevated myself from a low point, but there are still challenges

(It go down)
There are still difficult situations to face

I done came up from the dollars that I count
I have improved my financial situation through hard work

(That I count)
Through the money I have accumulated

I done came up from the dollars, the amounts
I have experienced growth in terms of wealth and prosperity

(Amounts) check my account (Account)
Verify the balance of funds in my bank account

Take it to your town (Town)
Bring my presence and influence to your community

Get in and get out (Out)
Engage briefly and then depart

Flexing in that gown (Gown)
Displaying wealth and success with pride

So much drip, you might just drown (Drown)
My style and swag is so overwhelming that it may suffocate others

I'm in that crib, I don't go out (Go out)
I prefer to stay at home rather than going out

No, I won't go (Won't go)
I refuse to participate in certain activities or events

Stack up my dough (My dough)
Accumulate a large amount of money

That's all I know (I know)
My understanding is limited to this aspect

That's all I need if you was riding with me
If you were accompanying me, that's all we would require

(With me)
If you were in my company

I never sleep, it got me feeling fatigued
I constantly remain awake, resulting in exhaustion

(Fatigued) i gotta leave
I need to depart from this situation due to my tiredness

(Leave)
Make an exit

I gotta get out the scene (The scene)
I need to remove myself from the current environment

I need some peace 'cause
I desire tranquility because

I'm not feeling complete (Complete)
I feel lacking or unfulfilled

You know what I need, oh, no
You are aware of my requirements, oh no

You know what I need (I need)
You are familiar with my wants and desires

You know what I seen, oh, no
You understand what I have witnessed, oh no

You know what I seen (I seen)
You are aware of the things I have observed

I keep it a bean, oh, no, I keep it a bean
I am honest and truthful, oh no, I am always honest

(A bean) you know what I mean, oh, no
(Being real) you understand my intentions, oh no

You know what I mean (I mean)
You comprehend my meaning and what I intend to convey

Yeah (Uno, I killed it) i popped a pill
Yes (Uno, I excelled) I ingested a drug pill