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Vince Staples Lyrics


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Way up, way up
Way up, way up

Same old thing
Watch me do the same old thing
If I wrote your ass a love song
Could I make it bang? If I pull up with my guns wrong
Run, I make it bang
Homie, tell me where you come from, tell me what you bang
Ain't a damn thing funny, but we laughing to the bank
Never blow a dough change, rather blow my fucking brain
Decorator came from Spain
Blow the budget on an accent door
What that accent 'bout?
Southern California, living daddy in and out of prison
Ain't no father to my style, I'm the ODB
Or the OPB when I go OT
All the shows sold out and the hoes show out
Tryna be a baby mama, tryna break a player pockets
That's a no no
This day forward I ain't taking photos
Then we wear our old clothes, we ain't giving promo no mo'

Just the same old thing (way up, way up)
Watch me do the same old thing
Do the same old thing, do the same old thing (way up, way up)
Watch me do the same old thing, just the same old same
Same thing (way up, way up, way up, way up)
Same old same
Same thing (way up, way up)
Chain, big chain, ain't shit changed, same old thing

Win the race or fix your face, your woman on my dinner plate
I'm coming for that last supper, sinner seat, I've been a G
I drive across the inner state
We cracked and launched the murder rate
They know who did the killing, but they didn't see
On the verse there's a price, on the show there's a fee
We don't do no barber shopping, we don't show no empathy
Empty out your pockets, ten thousand fee for that talking
I gotta take this extra five
No doubt about it, we the best alive
No testifying, we silent
Never told them our partners
My partner and 'em got bodies
I'm tryna put 'em in robbers
They used to put us in G rides, so now I put 'em in college
Put 'em on with this business then put 'em on with your mama

Just the same old thing (way up, way up)
Watch me do the same old thing
Do the same old thing, do the same old thing (way up, way up)
Watch me do the same old thing, just the same old same
Same thing (way up, way up, way up, way up)
Same old same
Same thing (way up, way up)
Chain, big chain, ain't shit changed, same old thing

Way up, way up
Way up, way up




Way up, way up
Way up, way up

Overall Meaning

In "SAMO," Vince Staples and A$AP Rocky delve into the concept of repetition and the cyclical nature of life. The chorus, "Just the same old thing, watch me do the same old thing," emphasizes the monotony and routine that can be found in everyday life. Staples reflects on the idea of doing the same thing over and over again and questions its impact and purpose. He wonders if writing a love song with his unique style and edge could still make it resonate and "bang."


The verses touch on various themes, including materialism, prison, and fame. Staples discusses his extravagant spending habits, referencing decorators from Spain and blowing budgets on accent doors. He highlights the paradoxical nature of his success, describing how laughter coexists with the seriousness of their financial gains. Additionally, Staples references his upbringing in Southern California, where his father was in and out of prison, and asserts his individuality and influence on the rap scene, likening himself to the distinctive artists Ol' Dirty Bastard (ODB) and Oakland Public Broadcasting (OPB).


A$AP Rocky's verse contributes to the themes of the song, with references to wealth, power dynamics, and loyalty. He boasts about his success, mentioning chains and the lack of change in his lifestyle. Rocky alludes to his criminal past and the consequences that come with it, hinting at the secretive nature of their actions and the loyalty within their inner circle.


Overall, "SAMO" presents a thought-provoking exploration of repetition, fame, materialism, and personal experiences within the rap industry.


Line by Line Meaning

Way up, way up
Reaching new heights, soaring higher than before


Same old thing
Continuously doing the familiar, predictable actions


Watch me do the same old thing
Witness as I repeat my usual behavior


If I wrote your ass a love song Could I make it bang?
If I crafted a passionate song for you, would it have a powerful impact?


If I pull up with my guns wrong Run, I make it bang
If I approach with my weapons drawn incorrectly, it will create chaos


Homie, tell me where you come from, tell me what you bang
My friend, share with me your origin and the group you associate with


Ain't a damn thing funny, but we laughing to the bank
There's nothing amusing, but we are accumulating wealth


Never blow a dough change, rather blow my fucking brain
I refuse to frivolously spend money; I'd rather end my own life


Decorator came from Spain Blow the budget on an accent door What that accent 'bout?
The interior designer arrived from Spain, and we extravagantly used funds on a unique doorway What is the significance of that accent?


Southern California, living daddy in and out of prison Ain't no father to my style, I'm the ODB
Residing in Southern California, my father frequently incarcerated I have no mentor to my distinct style; I am comparable to Ol' Dirty Bastard


Or the OPB when I go OT
Or the Orange Blossom Boys when I journey outside my home territory


All the shows sold out and the hoes show out
Every performance is completely booked and the women exert themselves


Tryna be a baby mama, tryna break a player pockets That's a no no
Attempting to become a mother and financially exploit a player That is unacceptable


This day forward I ain't taking photos Then we wear our old clothes, we ain't giving promo no mo'
From now on, I won't participate in taking pictures Then we dress in our older garments, refusing to engage in promotional activities anymore


Win the race or fix your face, your woman on my dinner plate
Succeed in the competition or alter your expression, as your partner is under my control


I'm coming for that last supper, sinner seat, I've been a G
I seek to obtain the final meal, occupying the seat of a sinner, as I have always been a gangster


I drive across the inner state
Traveling through the depths of my own mind


We cracked and launched the murder rate
We exacerbated the number of homicides


They know who did the killing, but they didn't see
They are aware of the perpetrator, yet they lack visual evidence


On the verse there's a price, on the show there's a fee
I charge a fee for my lyrical contributions, and there's a cost for attending my performances


We don't do no barber shopping, we don't show no empathy
We don't engage in trivial discussions, nor do we display any compassion


Empty out your pockets, ten thousand fee for that talking
Remove everything from your pockets, there's a ten thousand dollar fee for speaking excessively


I gotta take this extra five No doubt about it, we the best alive
I need to acquire another five units of currency There's no uncertainty, we are the most skilled individuals currently


No testifying, we silent Never told them our partners My partner and 'em got bodies
We refuse to provide testimony, maintaining our silence We never revealed the identities of our associates My comrades have committed murders


I'm tryna put 'em in robbers They used to put us in G rides, so now I put 'em in college
I am attempting to involve them in criminal activities They used to place us in stolen vehicles, so now I am funding their education


Put 'em on with this business then put 'em on with your mama
Introduce them to this enterprise and then connect them with your mother


Chain, big chain, ain't shit changed, same old thing
Adorned with a large, luxurious necklace, nothing has altered, it's the usual routine




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Samuel Long, Vincent Staples

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Ananda Aryasatya

[Intro: Kilo Kish]
Way up, way up
Way up, way up

[Verse 1: Vince Staples]
Same old thang
Watch me do the same old thang
If I wrote your ass a love song, could I make it bang?
If I pull up with my gun drawn, run, I make it bang
Homie, tell me where you come from, tell me what you bang
Ain't a damn thing funny, but we laughin' to the bank
Never blow it on a chain, rather blow my fuckin' brain
Decorator came from Spain, blow the budget on an accent couch
What that accent 'bout? Southern California livin'
Daddy in and out of prison, ain't a father to my style
I'm the ODB of the OPB
When I go OT, all the shows sold out
And the hoes show out, tryna be a baby mama
Tryna break a player pockets, that's a no no
This day forward, I ain't takin' photos
And we wear our own clothes, we ain't givin' promo no mo'

[Chorus: Vince Staples, (Kilo Kish) & A$AP Rocky]
Just the same old thing (way up, way up)
Watch me do the same old thing
Do the same old thing, do the same old thing (way up, way up)
Watch me do the same old thing, just the same old
Same thing (way up, way up, way up, way up)
Same old
Same thing (way up, way up, way up, way up)
Chain, big chain, ain't shit changed, same old thing

[Verse 2: Vince Staples]
Win the race or fix your face, your woman on my dinner plate
I'm comin' for that last supper, center seat, I've been a G
I traffic 'cross the interstate
We cracked and launched the murder rate
They know who did the killin', but they didn't see
Want a verse? Issa price. Want a show? Issa fee
We don't do no bargain shoppin', we don't show no empathy
Empty out your pockets, $10,000 fee for that talkin'
Eye contact is an extra five
No doubt in mind, we the best alive
No testifyin', we solid
Never told on my partners
My partna them got bodies
I'm tryna put 'em in 'Raris
They used to put us in G rides, so now I put 'em in college
Put 'em on with this business then put 'em on with your mama

[Chorus: Vince Staples, (Kilo Kish) & A$AP Rocky]
Just the same old thing (way up, way up)
Watch me do the same old thing
Do the same old thing, do the same old thing (way up, way up)
Watch me do the same old thing, just the same old
Same thing (way up, way up, way up, way up)
Same old
Same thing (way up, way up, way up, way up)
Chain, big chain, ain't shit changed, same old thing

[Outro : Kilo Kish]
Way up, way up



All comments from YouTube:

verb

R.i.p you beautiful soul, this beat was hard as fucking bricks

Alex Anders

Im just now finding out who produced the beat and at first was in disbelief who created it and thought "this can't be the person" and soon enough these comments confirm in. Rip

Sentient Leopard 2 A7

@Alex Anders who created the beat?

ANTSFOREVER

@Sentient Leopard 2 A7 SOPHIE

Sentient Leopard 2 A7

@ANTSFOREVER thanks

Jxnx Doe

Sophie killing it with these productions

Nicholas Katsikas

Vince is definitely on of the best of the new school along with Kendrick, J Cole, JID, Joey Badass, and Denzel Curry.

Bannanasammich

they still oldschool if you consider trap rap "new school" imo

Stephen carter

Nicholas Katsikas Kendrick ain't even new school no more Kendrick about 30 cole gettin older to lol. they in there rightfull spots aging gracefully (music wise) nvm I don't even think Vince is new since he's been around so long. same with Earl, Tyler, Mac. newschool is like playboy carti, lil yatchy type guys

Yoshi24

Kendrick is so old school....

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