Monét has written songs for a number of artists including Nas, Ariana Grande, Fifth Harmony, T.I., GOOD Music, Lupe Fiasco, Chrisette Michele, Coco Jones, Chris Brown, and Dirty Money. Most notably in 2019, Monét received two Grammy Award nominations for Album of the Year for her work on Grande's "thank u, next" and Record of the Year for "7 Rings".
About My Issue
Victoria Monét Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
And you can tell by my name, yeah
I'm about my issue babe
Whatever stands in my way, yeah
Ooh, la da da, da da da, la da da da da da da
Ooh, la da da, da da da, la da da da da da da
Every time I take, penitentiary chance all I take
Nigga they ain't even fuck around nowaday
Feds came in the house, say they found my yay
A couple handguns and a new SK
Bag full of weed and some gram of yay
But fuck it though I gotta keep my grandma straight
Catch a case, getaway by the grace of God
Standing on the corner slanging slabs of hard
Just a young soldier no camouflage
Man them niggas ain't tough they're just playing hard
I pull a fuck nigga card on GP
Between 'em make 11 mill and peewee
We spray your block, turn around pull and repeat
And laugh 'bout it lookin' at it on TV
Man I certified to my gangster,
Been known to ride like my banger
I'm in the gated mansion, no neighbor
New Italian suits on my hangers
I got Cuban links and diamond rings
Solitaries of shiny things
Aye fuck how tough you tryin' to seem
Come try the king, cause I'm about my
I'm about my issue babe
And you can tell by my name, yeah
I'm about my issue babe
Whatever stands in my way, yeah
Ooh, la da da, da da da, la da da da da da da
Ooh, la da da, da da da, la da da da da da da
Have you ever heard? The point blank blast of a Mossberg
Whole block never mind, lookin' out hurr
Lil' nigga keep it moving like they not scared
And out hurr, they do or die
Kill or be killed in the coupe so fly
Man the niggas over there tried to shoot your guy
Man the fully automatic .22 go by like damn
And they fly as I am, it's hard for you to tell how high I am
Oh my God damn, you see it don't believe it still
And all I ever had was a Glock 23 and an extra mag
Presidential weed and a extra bag
2 or 3 bad bitches, I'mma get the friend
We set to land and I get the plan
How to violate your little sexy ass
Then get the Jag a lil vet crash
Just ride this till you get to splash
You a wild girl, go cowgirl
Keep the noise down, you loud girl
Turn down, don't know how girl
No white girl cause
I'm about my issue babe
And you can tell by my name, yeah
I'm about my issue babe
Whatever stands in my way, yeah
Ooh, la da da, da da da, la da da da da da da
Ooh, la da da, da da da, la da da da da da da
Couldn't listen to niggas they said I dream too much
Heart fucked up, guess I sing too much
Numb to it now, bring a gun to it now
When this shit pop I'ma run to it now
Niggas talk loud but they dumb to announce
Really got away so he tryna play it down
When they kick down your door and they run through your house
Cuffs on your wrists and they cussin' you out
It'll make sense then, telling you that they got your prints then
What's the reward for your risk then?
Niggas game goofy, this just in
Time after time, know we need a light, nigga blind lead the blind
Why do we ride? Grind to provide nigga not just to shine
Blood in my eyes, stress on my mind let a fly nigga fly
9 on my side, God I'm your child but times are so wild
Playing with me? I'mma draw down and I'mma show out
If it gotta go down, I'm prepared to go now cause
I'm about my issue babe
And you can tell by my name, yeah
I'm about my issue babe
Whatever stands in my way, yeah
Ooh, la da da, da da da, la da da da da da da
Ooh, la da da, da da da, la da da da da da da
The lyrics to Victoria Monet's song "About My Issue" convey a sense of determination and assertiveness. Monet declares that she is focused on her goals and willing to overcome any obstacles that stand in her way. In the chorus, she repeats the line "I'm about my issue babe," emphasizing her dedication to her ambitions. The repetition of the line "Ooh, la da da, da da da, la da da da da da da" adds a catchy and confident tone to the song.
The first verse explores themes of resilience and perseverance. Monet references facing legal trouble and being caught with drugs and weapons. However, she remains steadfast, relying on her faith and inner strength to navigate difficult situations. She also criticizes those who put on a tough facade but lack true strength and authenticity.
The second verse continues to highlight Monet's determination and fearlessness. She describes a dangerous environment where she must remain alert and ready to defend herself at all times. The references to guns and violence create a sense of urgency and danger. Monet also touches on her ability to attract attention and admiration from others, alluding to her lavish lifestyle and success.
The bridge of the song brings forth a more reflective tone. Monet addresses the criticisms she has faced for daring to dream big and pursue her passions. Despite the negativity, she remains resolute and unapologetic for her ambition. She declares that she is numb to the doubters and will continue to chase her dreams, even if it means facing further hardships.
Overall, "About My Issue" is a song that showcases Victoria Monet's drive and determination, emphasizing her unwillingness to let anything or anyone stand in the way of her goals.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm about my issue babe
I am focused on my own problems and goals
And you can tell by my name, yeah
My reputation reflects my dedication to addressing my issues
Whatever stands in my way, yeah
I am determined to overcome any obstacles or challenges
Ooh, la da da, da da da, la da da da da da da
Expressing a carefree and confident attitude
Every time I take, penitentiary chance all I take
Although I take risky actions, I am aware of the consequences
God with me I'ma find my way
I believe that with God's guidance, I will reach my goals
Nigga they ain't even fuck around nowaday
People these days don't dare to mess with me
Feds came in the house, say they found my yay
Law enforcement raided my house and claimed to discover drugs
A couple handguns and a new SK
I possessed a few handguns and a recently acquired semi-automatic rifle
Bag full of weed and some gram of yay
I had a bag of marijuana and a small quantity of cocaine
But fuck it though I gotta keep my grandma straight
Despite the risks, I must provide for my grandmother's well-being
Catch a case, getaway by the grace of God
If I get into legal trouble, I hope to escape punishment with God's help
Standing on the corner slanging slabs of hard
Engaging in illegal drug dealing on street corners
Just a young soldier no camouflage
I am a young gang member without any disguise
Man them niggas ain't tough they're just playing hard
Those guys are not genuinely tough; they just pretend to be
I pull a fuck nigga card on GP
I aggressively confront someone who acts inappropriately
Between 'em make 11 mill and peewee
Together, they earned 11 million dollars and a smaller amount
We spray your block, turn around pull and repeat
We shoot at your neighborhood, then quickly turn around for another round
And laugh 'bout it lookin' at it on TV
We find amusement in watching it on television afterwards
Man I certified to my gangster
I have proven myself to be truly involved in criminal activities
Been known to ride like my banger
I have a reputation for using weapons and engaging in violence
I'm in the gated mansion, no neighbor
I live in a secure mansion with no nearby residences
New Italian suits on my hangers
I own brand-new Italian suits hanging in my closet
I got Cuban links and diamond rings
I possess jewelry made of Cuban links and adorned with diamonds
Solitaries of shiny things
I have expensive diamond rings with solitary stones
Aye fuck how tough you tryin' to seem
I don't care how hard you try to appear tough
Come try the king, 'cause I'm about my
If you think you are superior, challenge me, as I am focused on my own matters
Have you ever heard? The point blank blast of a Mossberg
Have you ever experienced the powerful blast of a Mossberg shotgun at close range?
Whole block never mind, lookin' out hurr
The entire neighborhood is cautious, keeping an eye out
Lil' nigga keep it moving like they not scared
The young individuals act fearless and continue to move forward
And out hurr, they do or die
In this environment, people either achieve success or face death
Kill or be killed in the coupe so fly
The atmosphere is filled with the constant threat of violence
Man the niggas over there tried to shoot your guy
Those individuals attempted to shoot at me
Man the fully automatic .22 go by like damn
I was surprised when the fully automatic .22 caliber firearm was shot
And they fly as I am, it's hard for you to tell how high I am
They are as confident and elevated as I am, making it difficult for you to understand my level of status
Oh my God damn, you see it don't believe it still
Even though you witness it, you struggle to accept the reality
And all I ever had was a Glock 23 and an extra mag
All I possessed was a Glock 23 handgun and an additional magazine
Presidential weed and a extra bag
I had high-quality marijuana and an additional bag of drugs
2 or 3 bad bitches, I'mma get the friend
I plan to have sexual relations with two or three attractive women, and I will pursue their companions as well
We set to land and I get the plan
Once we arrive at our destination, I will devise a plan
How to violate your little sexy ass
I intend to sexually violate and exploit your attractive body
Then get the Jag a lil vet crash
Afterward, I will damage the Jaguar sports car, causing a minor accident
Just ride this till you get to splash
You should continue this journey until you achieve satisfaction
You a wild girl, go cowgirl
You are a reckless and adventurous girl, so act boldly
Keep the noise down, you loud girl
Don't make too much noise, you're too loud
Turn down, don't know how girl
Lower your volume, you seem unaware
No white girl cause
I don't want a white girl because
Couldn't listen to niggas they said I dream too much
I disregarded advice from others who claimed I had excessive dreams
Heart fucked up, guess I sing too much
My emotional state is damaged, possibly because I express myself through music
Numb to it now, bring a gun to it now
I have become desensitized to the negativity and now carry a weapon for protection
When this shit pop I'ma run to it now
When trouble arises, I will immediately face it head-on
Niggas talk loud but they dumb to announce
People may talk aggressively, but they lack the intelligence to follow through
Really got away so he tryna play it down
Someone who avoided trouble is now attempting to downplay their involvement
When they kick down your door and they run through your house
When law enforcement forcefully enters your home and conducts a search
Cuffs on your wrists and they cussin' you out
Being arrested and verbally berated while handcuffed
It'll make sense then, telling you that they got your prints then
At that moment, it will become clear that they possess your fingerprints
What's the reward for your risk then?
What benefit will you receive for taking such risks?
Niggas game goofy, this just in
Those guys are foolishly playing games, I just discovered
Time after time, know we need a light, nigga blind lead the blind
Repeatedly, we require guidance, as even someone in a position of ignorance attempts to guide others
Why do we ride? Grind to provide nigga not just to shine
Why do we endure hardships? To work hard and provide, not just to show off
Blood in my eyes, stress on my mind let a fly nigga fly
As violence intensifies and stress weighs heavily on me, I must escape and find freedom
9 on my side, God I'm your child but times are so wild
I carry a firearm for protection, Lord, I am your follower, but the world is dangerous
Playing with me? I'mma draw down and I'mma show out
If you provoke me, I will draw my weapon and display my dominance
If it gotta go down, I'm prepared to go now 'cause
If things escalate to violence, I am ready to engage because
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Aldrin Davis, Ermias Ashghedom, Lamont Dozier, Victoria Money McCants, Clifford Joseph Jr. Harris
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind