Juaquin Malphurs, (born May 31 1986) better known by his stage name Waka Fl… Read Full Bio ↴Juaquin Malphurs, (born May 31 1986) better known by his stage name Waka Flocka Flame, is an American rapper signed to So Icey Entertainment. He is the son of Debra Antney, Gucci Mane's former manager and CEO of So Icey/Mizay Entertainment.

Malphurs moved with his family from Jamaica, Queens, New York to Riverdale, Georgia when he was nine years old. The name "Waka" was taken from Fozzie Bear. The name "Flocka Flame" was given to him by rapper Gucci Mane.Waka Flocka is a member of the 1017 Brick Squad Boyz, with Gucci Mane, OJ Da Juiceman, Frenchie, and Wooh Da Kid.

He was shot in the arm while struggling with a robber at a car wash in Atlanta, Georgia on the morning of January 19, 2010. His debut single is called "O Let's Do It",which peaked at #62 on the Billboard Hot 100. His debut album, Flockavelli was released later on in 2010.

The Round Of Applause Songfacts says. After an early version of "Round of Applause without Drake leaked in early August 2011, it was remixed by the Toronto MC and released it through his official blog October's Very Own, on September 11, 2011. Waka Flocka Flame then chose to master the remix and release it as the official single from his second album, Triple F Life: Friends, Fans and Family. It was released to iTunes on October 18, 2011, and to U.S. urban radio on November 1, 2011.

He was featured on Lil Jon's album Crunk Rock on the track "Throw It Up, Pt. 2 (Remix)" which also feature Pastor Troy Waka is 6'6ft 265lbs

50 K
Waka Flocka Flame Lyrics

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(I'm drinking champagne one deep in my phantom ghost Uh!)

I'm drinking champagne one deep in my phantom ghost (Uh!)
Bad bitch with me wonder where my manners go (Turn Up)
My youngings sick sick where the antidote (They geekin')
Aiming at your top, bust you cantaloupe (Pussy)
He forty-six and he's still selling dope (OG)
How the fuck you ballin' with a car note? (How the fuck?)

I'm in the trap real shit where the felons go? (Squad)
Cury never had a job he always used a bow (Whip it)
Them youngin's run up in your house what it's hitting for
No mask just to let you know who did it ho
I'm from Riverdale all I know is get it in (Riverdale)
I got weed, I got mollies what you tryna to spend?

50k for a show and my niggas sellin' swag
She's a red bottom bitch Versace shirt, Birkin bag
I'm a get money nigga don't use the card, or keep a tab
Before I leave my fucking house grab my pistol and my flag
Thumbing through the bands I be playing with a check, uh!
Thumbing through the bands I be playing with a check, uh!
Thumbing through the bands I be playing with a check, uh!
Thumbing through the bands I be playing with a check, uh!

My foreign car painted flat black (Turn Up)
My girl hopped out ass fat (damn)
Paparazzi keep flashing pictures (Flocka)
Broke niggas looking wanna be these niggas (pussy)
Four grams in my backwood (I'm smoking)
Millionaire nigga still keep it hood (Riverdale)
Pay the extra sixty for that steel hood
Phantom ghost got a nigga living good (turn up)
I bet your bitch want a nigga (Hey come here shawty)
I bet she wanna fuck a nigga (Hey come here shawty)
Never be a broke nigga (Hell naw)
She like fuck go shawty see a platinum nigga

50k for a show and my niggas sellin' swag
She's a red bottom bitch Versace shirt, Birkin bag
I'm a get money nigga don't use the card, or keep a tab
Before I leave my fucking house grab my pistol and my flag
Thumbing through the bands I be playing with a check, uh!
Thumbing through the bands I be playing with a check, uh!
Thumbing through the bands I be playing with a check, uh!
Thumbing through the bands I be playing with a check, uh!

Dope boy fresh, hell long on the scale shorty
Trap nigga ask Red Cross in Riverdale
Bitch I still run the South, got them niggas at the house
Bunch a bad ass bitches like to chill at the house
I don't fuck with non of them suckers but they bitches on my dick
Got my youngin' with my buss at anything I tell him hit
Bought my girl a 45, told her put it in her purse
Spent 350 on a vert, made a hundred for this verse
Told Flocka you can bring this shit in Cash or in work
He brought 20 and a bag, I say fuck it that'll work
You don't want to be caught in my dope spot nigga
Talkin' bout your silly bitch get you both shot nigga

50k for a show and my niggas sellin' swag
She's a red bottom bitch Versace shirt, Birkin bag
I'm a get money nigga don't use the card, or keep a tab
Before I leave my fucking house grab my pistol and my flag
Thumbing through the bands I be playing with a check, uh!
Thumbing through the bands I be playing with a check, uh!

Thumbing through the bands I be playing with a check, uh!
Thumbing through the bands I be playing with a check, squad!

Overall Meaning

In the song "50 K," Waka Flocka and Gucci Mane describe their luxurious lifestyle filled with champagne, women, and firearms. They also showcase their success in the music industry, with Gucci boasting about making 50k per show and Waka Flocka talking about the money he makes playing with "bands." The lyrics also mention their criminal activities, such as selling drugs and committing robbery, with lines like "My youngins run up in your house what it's hitting for" and "Talkin' bout your silly bitch get you both shot nigga." The song is a portrayal of the street life and the pursuit of wealth and power through illegal means.

The chorus repeats the line "Thumbing through the bands I be playing with a check," which refers to the practice of quickly counting and organizing large sums of money, often obtained through illegal activities.

Line by Line Meaning

I'm drinking champagne one deep in my phantom ghost (Uh!)
I am drinking champagne alone in my luxurious Phantom Ghost car.

Bad bitch with me wonder where my manners go (Turn Up)
A beautiful woman is with me, and others may question my behavior around her.

My youngings sick sick where the antidote (They geekin')
My young associates are experiencing intense euphoria and require a substance to counteract the effects.

Aiming at your top, bust you cantaloupe (Pussy)
I am targeting your head and will take you down like a cantaloupe melon. Insulting slang is used to emphasize my dominance.

He forty-six and he's still selling dope (OG)
He is an original gangster at 46 years old, still selling illegal drugs.

How the fuck you ballin' with a car note? (How the fuck?)
I am questioning how someone can act wealthy when they have a car payment to make each month.

I'm in the trap real shit where the felons go? (Squad)
I am in a location where criminals associate with each other, possibly involved in drug trafficking. My squad is with me.

Cury never had a job he always used a bow (Whip it)
Curry has never had a legal job and has always used a bow to break down and distribute illegal substances.

Them youngin's run up in your house what it's hitting for
My young associates will enter your home with force, and I am asking what the purpose or value of the potential attack would be.

No mask just to let you know who did it ho
We will not wear masks during the home invasion, ensuring that you know who is responsible for the crime.

I'm from Riverdale all I know is get it in (Riverdale)
I am from the neighborhood of Riverdale where the only mindset is to work hard and make money.

I got weed, I got mollies what you tryna to spend?
I have marijuana and ecstasy available for purchase, and I am inquiring about a potential buyer's budget.

50k for a show and my niggas sellin' swag
I charge $50,000 to perform, and my associates sell trendy clothing items.

She's a red bottom bitch Versace shirt, Birkin bag
The woman is wearing high-end clothing and accessories from designer brands Christian Louboutin and Versace.

I'm a get money nigga don't use the card, or keep a tab
I am focused on making money and do not rely on credit or keep track of expenses.

Before I leave my fucking house grab my pistol and my flag
I always carry a gun and my gang's symbolic flag when leaving my residence.

Thumbing through the bands I be playing with a check, uh!
I am counting large sums of money and enjoying the feeling of financial success.

Dope boy fresh, hell long on the scale shorty
I am well-dressed and appear wealthy, and my drug supply is substantial in quantity.

Trap nigga ask Red Cross in Riverdale
I am a drug dealer and can provide aid to those in need, choosing to compare myself to the charitable organization Red Cross.

Bitch I still run the South, got them niggas at the house
I am still in control of the southern region and have others under my influence and protection.

Bunch a bad ass bitches like to chill at the house
There are many attractive women surrounding me and wanting to spend time with me at my residence.

I don't fuck with non of them suckers but they bitches on my dick
I do not associate with weak individuals but have attracted attention from their female partners.

Got my youngin' with my buss at anything I tell him hit
My younger associate is equipped with a gun and will obey any order I give him.

Bought my girl a 45, told her put it in her purse
I purchased a .45 caliber gun for my girlfriend and encouraged her to carry it in her handbag for protection.

Spent 350 on a vert, made a hundred for this verse
I spent $350,000 on a convertible car and earned $100,000 for recording this verse.

Told Flocka you can bring this shit in Cash or in work
I instructed Flocka to pay me for something in either cash or illegal substances.

He brought 20 and a bag, I say fuck it that'll work
Flocka brought a certain amount of a drug and I accepted it, not being picky about the exact quantity or form.

You don't want to be caught in my dope spot nigga
It would be unwise to be found inside my location where illegal substances are stored.

Talkin' bout your silly bitch get you both shot nigga
If you insult me or talk about your female partner disrespectfully, both you and your partner could be in danger of being shot.

Thumbing through the bands I be playing with a check, squad!
I continue to count large amounts of money and celebrate my success with my squad.

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: JOSHUA LUELLEN, JUAQUIN MALPHURS, RADRIC DAVIS

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