Underground
Unmade Beds (a.k.a. London Nights) Lyrics

Pushin' rhymes underground like moonshine
Like illegal alcohol production, the artist is keeping their work hidden from mainstream society.

With jump like juke joints
The energy and vibrancy of the music is comparable to the lively atmosphere of a nightclub.

Ridin' like old 'lacs
Traveling in the style of an old Cadillac demonstrates an appreciation for vintage, quality vehicles.

Down like 4 flats
The phrase 'four flats' refers to a flat tire, indicating a setback or obstacle that can bring momentum to a complete stop.

Shine like gold grills
Gold grills are a symbol of status, wealth, and luxury. The artist is proud of their success and is shining like gold grills.

Curls and chrome rims
The use of chrome rims and the reference to 'curls' implies a love of flashy cars and maintaining their appearance.

Bitch you know what it is
This sentence is a confidently spoken and slightly aggressive way of saying, 'you should already know what my reputation is in the industry.'

I'm live from the underground, underground
The artist is proud of their underground roots, and is performing within that circuit because they know exactly where they came from.

Live from the underground, underground
Repetition of this line emphasizes the artist's connection to and pride in their underground roots.

Underground, underground
A continuation of the repetition from the previous line - this time, there is no adjective to modify it.

Live from the underground railroad
The reference to the Underground Railroad invokes imagery of slaves escaping to freedom from the South, similar to the artist's journey of moving up the musical ranks.

My papa told me get paper, motherfuck a hater
The artist's father instilled in them the importance of making money and not caring about criticism from others.

Them J's look clean son but elevate to gators
Jordan basketball shoes may look good, but they do not compare to the more luxurious alligator skin shoes.

I took that shit to heart plus I dug it like a crater
The artist took their father's advice very seriously and embraced the importance of making money wholeheartedly. 'Digging it like a crater' emphasizes the depth of their commitment.

I'm givin' out game player are there any takers
The artist is offering their knowledge (or 'game') to others, but is questioning whether anyone is willing to accept the offer.

While you was quarter sackin' I was quarterbackin
The person the artist is addressing may have been dealing drugs at the time when the artist was developing their music career.

Callin' plays everyday, level All-Madden
The artist's determination is compared to the focused mindset of someone who plays a video game at the highest level.

Hi five, cloud nine, private jet lackin'
The artist's success is great - enough to compare to the sensation of being on top of the world. However, they are not quite wealthy enough to afford more luxurious forms of travel like private jets.

Treat the seal like a vinyl record, gotta keep it crackin'
The 'seal' is a reference to a drug package; the artist is handling their businesses like they are carefully maintaining a rare, valuable musical record to ensure longevity and success.

Shall I pour up, blow some smoke up, get my spit on
The artist is considering lighting a substance that will relax them before recording, allowing them to be uninhibited and true to their vision.

Grab a paper, sit on a track and get my shit on
The artist is dedicating themselves to writing and recording music that they are personally invested in, in order to continue progress towards success.

Ice cold water with the flow minus the lemon
The artist has a 'cool' (smooth sounding) flow when rapping, and they do not want to compromise that with the extraneous addition of a lemon to a glass of water.

I'm Cinematic Multi, what label you been on
The artist is bragging about their success and reputation, and is asking the other person which label they have been signed to in comparison.

Old school ridin' flickin' ashes in the tray
The artist is vintage at heart, and is driving an older car while smoking a cigarette and flicking its ashes into the tray of the vehicle.

Smokin' up the booth blowin' static in they face
The artist is rapping so well that the equipment in the studio is producing static noise, an indicator in this context that they are breaking boundaries and creating new standards for underground rappers.

C.R.E.A.M., cash rules everything around me
The acronym C.R.E.A.M. references the Wu-Tang Clan's classic song of the same name, which emphasizes that money is the most important aspect of life.

King, checker board nigga go and crown me
The artist is declaring themselves worthy of the title 'King,' and is referencing being victorious in a game of checkers by declaring checkmate.

Keep it rolled, I'm supposed to lose control
The artist is fighting the pressures of recklessness that come with success, and committing to keeping their goals and productivity on track.

Oh no, pop the trunk, burn a skunk and slam a do', do'
The artist is experiencing stress or problem, and needs to relax. They go to their car, retrieve marijuana, and focus on the process of calming down instead of dwelling on the issue.

Window crack on the ave, marinate the scene
While driving on the street, there is a window open to let in outside air. The artist is taking in the surroundings, appreciating the environment and using it to draw inspiration.

When I lean and crawl couldn't see me with your high beams
When driving their car lowered to the ground slowly on a road, the other driver's headlights will be elevated above their car and thus won't be able to 'see' them. This line emphasizes the artist's love of their car and the lifestyle it represents.

Play my part, I got heart, I'm tailor gator sharp
The artist is confident in their musical talent and appearance of success, and is telling others to accept them and take them seriously.

Plus we sit taller than Monster trucks in them trailer park
The artist is successful and thus physically higher than jeeps or other cars that are commonly associated with trailer parks.

My candy coated it cost a grip but I had to blow it
The artist spent a lot of money to customize their car's appearance to their own liking, which is a great source of pride.

Your sides was dusty, my seats is bucket but you'll never know it
Though people may see the outside of the car and assume that the inside is in shoddy condition, the artist has hidden their pristine seats both from view and potential damage.

Forever tinted so you can't peep while your bitch up in it
The windows of the car are permanently tinted, so its occupants have privacy even when they have a conversation they don't want people outside the car to hear.

You call her phone she give you tone like "Why you trippin'"
A man may call a woman's phone trying to investigate her whereabouts or calls, but the woman brushes the accusations off with annoyance and disinterest.

Cold blooded ain't it but that's how it be when they want that cash
When money is a factor, people can be ruthless or turn their back on those they care about, an unfortunate but common response.

Heard that from 8-Ball homeboy girlfriend
This quote is nearly identical to a line from Outkast's 'SpottieOttieDopaliscious,' and suggests that the artist values this piece of advice in relationships.

If she a bopper then she probably ain't your girl then
If a woman is promiscuous, then she may not be exclusively interested in one man.

You claim you pimpin' don't be trickin' wear a curl then
A man who claims to be a pimp and yet wears their hair neatly in curls would be seen as not fitting the part of a traditional 'pimp.'

And find some paint to put some swirls in
The artist is reminding whoever they are speaking to not only to look the part of a 'pimp' but to truly embrace the lifestyle by painting flashy designs on their car.

We goin' live
The artist is surrounded by a game-changing energy and is truly 'living,' in the moment.

From the underground
This line is included to remind listeners that the artist is coming from the underground rap scene.