Staples rose to prominence with appearances on albums by Odd Future members and his collaborative mixtape titled Stolen Youth with Mac Miller, who produced the project. In October 2014, he released his debut EP Hell Can Wait, which included the singles "Hands Up" and "Blue Suede". His debut album, Summertime '06, was released on June 30, 2015, to critical acclaim. He was also featured as a part of the XXL 2015 Freshman Class.[3] His second album Big Fish Theory incorporates avant-garde, dance and electronic influences. It was released on June 23, 2017, to further acclaim from critics. He was also featured on Gorillaz's album Humanz. On November 2, 2018, Staples released his third studio album, FM!.
Limos
Vince Staples Lyrics
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I can love you
I can love you
I can love you better
Bitches think they livin' in a dream 'til I wake 'em up
Faded off the liquor, limousines waiting in the front
Looking for a nigga with the green shinin' in the club
Hope we roll dice, but a seed ain't what you want
18 years with a check coming every month
Every step you take will get you closer to the paper
Pay attention to the ones known
The Marilyn Monroes use their wombs as ways to move forward
Fall with the rules to bask in the glory
Bastard child often lost in the story
Sad and unfortunate, but the game's to win
Say you love her, you losin'
She don't want him involved
Keep your heart in your chest
And your head in the stars
Fall in love and ya lost
Fall in love and get lost
Fall in love and ya lost
Fall in love and get lost
I can love you (I can love you)
I can love you (I can love you)
I can love you (I can love you)
I can love you better
He don't love her at all, but he fuckin' her raw
Tales of Adam and Eve birthin' a bitch and a dog
How you follow a heart colder than winter in Prague
Love for the wealth and the self, her mind full of everything else
The Bible she hide in the shelf, doubt she ever open it
Lost in the world, just tryin' to figure where to go from here
Wonder what her motive is, she wonder what your focus is
Every man she ever felt done lied and left her to herself
Scared of the future, runnin' from the past
Like she's starin' in the grave while you starin' at her ass
Young, dumb, and depraved, heart numb from the pain
Eyes strain from the tears, yeah, she stuck in her ways
Say you love her, you losin'
She don't want him involved
Keep your heart in your chest
And your head in the stars
Fall in love and ya lost
Fall in love and get lost
Fall in love and ya lost
Fall in love and get lost
I can love you (I can love you)
I can love you (I can love you)
I can love you (I can love you)
I can love you better
I can love you
I can love you better
I can love you
I can love you
I can love you better
I can love you
I can love you better
Love you better
Mine, mine, mine
You're mine, mine, mine
'Cuz I can love you better
The song Limos by Vince Staples is a powerful commentary on love and the consequences that can arise when one falls in love in the wrong way. The opening line of the song, "I can love you, I can love you, I can love you, I can love you better," suggests a person who is seeking to prove their love to someone else. However, it soon becomes clear that the subject of the song is a woman who is chasing after wealth and status, rather than love itself.
Through vivid lyrics and descriptions, Staples creates a harrowing picture of the woman's life. She is "faded off the liquor" and chasing after men who have money and status. She is "scared of the future, running from the past" and is "stuck in her ways." Despite the fact that she has been hurt by men in the past, she continues to chase after them and hopes to trade "hoes life for the red rose life."
The repeated refrain, "I can love you better," seems to be directed at the woman, as if Staples is trying to convince her that she can find love if she is willing to let go of her obsession with wealth and status. However, the lyrics come across as somewhat pessimistic, suggesting that it is difficult to break out of the cycle of chasing after money and love simultaneously. Overall, the song is a powerful commentary on the way in which our desire for material things can corrupt our relationships and our ability to find true love.
Line by Line Meaning
I can love you
I'm capable and willing to love you
I can love you better
I can provide a higher quality of love than anyone else
Bitches think they livin' in a dream 'til I wake 'em up
Women are living in an illusionary reality until I show them the truth
Faded off the liquor, limousines waiting in the front
Drinking alcohol and riding in fancy cars is a way to escape reality
Looking for a nigga with the green shinin' in the club
Women are seeking men with money in the club
Trying to trade the hoes life for the red rose life
Women try to escape the harsh reality of their lives by obtaining a luxurious lifestyle
Hope we roll dice, but a seed ain't what you want
Having unprotected sex may lead to an unwanted pregnancy
18 years with a check coming every month
Having a child means a financial obligation for 18 years
Every step you take will get you closer to the paper
Every action you take will bring you closer to financial gain
Pay attention to the ones known
Be mindful of those who are known to be successful
The Marilyn Monroes use their wombs as ways to move forward
Some women use their bodies to gain status and success
Fall with the rules to bask in the glory
Follow the rules to achieve success and bask in the glory
Bastard child often lost in the story
Children born outside of wedlock are often left out of the family narrative
Sad and unfortunate, but the game's to win
It's unfortunate, but life is like a game where the goal is to win
Say you love her, you losin'
If you express love, you're at a disadvantage
She don't want him involved
She doesn't want a man to be a part of her life
Keep your heart in your chest
Don't let your emotions control you
And your head in the stars
Have high aspirations and work towards your goals
He don't love her at all, but he fuckin' her raw
He doesn't love her, but he's having unprotected sex with her
Tales of Adam and Eve birthin' a bitch and a dog
Stories about the origin of humankind imply that some people are inferior
How you follow a heart colder than winter in Prague
Why would you follow someone who is emotionally unavailable?
Love for the wealth and the self, her mind full of everything else
She loves money and herself, and ignores other important things in life
The Bible she hide in the shelf, doubt she ever open it
She has a Bible, but doesn't actually read or follow it
Lost in the world, just tryin' to figure where to go from here
She's uncertain about her future and direction in life
Wonder what her motive is, she wonder what your focus is
She's unsure of what her own motives are, and is curious about what you want
Every man she ever felt done lied and left her to herself
Every man she's been with has lied and abandoned her
Scared of the future, runnin' from the past
She's afraid of what's to come and tries to escape from her past mistakes
Like she's starin' in the grave while you starin' at her ass
While you're focused on her physical appearance, she's thinking about her own mortality
Young, dumb, and depraved, heart numb from the pain
She's young, naive, and morally corrupt, with a heart that's been hurt too many times
Eyes strain from the tears, yeah, she stuck in her ways
Her eyes are strained from crying, and she's set in her habits and beliefs
I can love you better
I'm confident that I can provide a higher quality of love than anyone else
Love you better
I will love you in a better way than anyone else
Mine, mine, mine
You belong to me
You're mine, mine, mine
I own you
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, THE ADMINISTRATION MP INC, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Mary J. Blige, Vincent Staples, Marvin Thomas, Rodney Jerkins, Kimberly Jones, Roy Ayers, Arlene Delvalle, Carlos Daronde Broady, Xenis Da Costa, La Tonya Blige Da Costa, Nashiem Sa Allah Myrick, Sean J. Combs, Chucky Thompson
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