Overtime
Wave Chapelle Lyrics


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Iβ€²m back in business, I'm switching this shit to grind mode
The golden child, my chain, heart, and my mind gold
I got the vision, I see this shit through a blindfold
Keep this shit 100, I got no love for the 5-0
You think this ill, Iβ€²m just beginning to shoot
Making something out of nothing dog, I'm living the proof
My new flow's on 2 Chainz when Iβ€²m spitting this TRU
Itβ€²s true facts, I'm 3 Stacks when I enter the booth
I mean where do I begin, Iβ€²m in the lab like a chemist
There's freaky hoes at my shows reaching where my penis is
Feel like Kobe winning in OT without the genesis
Beat the beat to death, yeah Iβ€²m treating it like my nemesis
4Keys on the beat, alley-oop, ten assists
Lob City, squad with me, whole four up in this bitch
All over the net they showing love on some tennis shit
I got the game now, you can have it when I'm finished with it

Iβ€²m mobbing with my niggas like the old days
I been doing me, I'm on my own wave
You been watching hard, that's why you so behind
And Iβ€²m the only one thatβ€²s working overtime
I hit the game winner, I'm in overtime
I gave her four quarters, now she want that overtime
If I donβ€²t got it now, I'ma get it over time
Iβ€²m the only one that's working overtime

Ok Iβ€²m standing on the couches in the function, know it's lit tonight
Do it big boy, all the homies off the kryptonite
Snapchat the story off the iPhone
Singing dirty soda and the styrofoam
Beast mode, I'm in beast mode
I got cheat codes, we on until we gone
You gotta watch the snakes through a peephole
Act like they your age but then they hit you with the R.I.C.O
Round here we donβ€²t approve of your funny acting
Round here we only move if the money stacking
Round there is a bunch of fools who look dumb in action
Where Iβ€²m from is a bunch of goons who just love the action
We're talking cash, not the birds and the bees
My verses is mean
The flow dope, Iβ€²m serving the fiends
I'm usually conscious
Really man, Iβ€²m just being honest
A lot of niggas say they hot but more like 30 degrees

I'm mobbing with my niggas like the old days
I been doing me, Iβ€²m on my own wave
You been watching hard, that's why you so behind
And I'm the only one thatβ€²s working overtime
I hit the game winner, Iβ€²m in overtime
I gave her four quarters, now she want that overtime




If I don't got it now, Iβ€²ma get it over time
I'm the only one thatβ€²s working overtime

Overall Meaning

In Wave Chapelle's "Overtime," he discusses his work ethic and dedication to his craft. From switching into "grind mode" to his analogy of beating the beat like a nemesis, his words represent his drive to succeed in the music industry. He references his vision, which is so strong that he can see it through a blindfold, and he has no love for the police, so he keeps it 100. He likens himself to a chemist in the lab and Kobe hitting the game-winning shot. He and his crew are in "beast mode" and they have cheat codes, which means they are working harder and smarter than everyone else. He is honest in saying that he is working harder than anyone else and that is why he is ahead of the pack. He is the only one "working overtime."


Line by Line Meaning

I'm back in business, I'm switching this shit to grind mode
I am back in the game and ready to work hard to achieve success.


The golden child, my chain, heart, and my mind gold
I am a valuable and successful person who possesses a positive mindset and spirit.


I got the vision, I see this shit through a blindfold
I have a clear view and understanding of my goals and can easily achieve them even in the face of obstacles.


Keep this shit 100, I got no love for the 5-0
I always stay honest and true to myself, and I do not trust or support the police force.


You think this ill, I'm just beginning to shoot
You may think my skills are impressive, but I am just getting started and have even more potential.


Making something out of nothing dog, I'm living the proof
I am able to create great success even when starting with very little, and my results are undeniable proof of this ability.


My new flow's on 2 Chainz when I'm spitting this TRU
My new style is similar to 2 Chainz' style when I rap truthfully and authentically.


It's true facts, I'm 3 Stacks when I enter the booth
I have the same level of skill and talent as Andre 3000 when I am in the recording booth.


I mean where do I begin, I'm in the lab like a chemist
I am constantly working on my craft and perfecting my skills like a scientist in a lab.


There's freaky hoes at my shows reaching where my penis is
There are women at my concerts who are trying to engage in sexual activity with me.


Feel like Kobe winning in OT without the genesis
I feel as though I am winning like Kobe Bryant in overtime without any help or assistance.


Beat the beat to death, yeah I'm treating it like my nemesis
I am giving my all and putting in maximum effort in order to produce great music and defeat the beat.


4Keys on the beat, alley-oop, ten assists
The producer 4Keys has provided me with great beats that allow me to be creative and successful like a basketball player with ten assists in a game.


Lob City, squad with me, whole four up in this bitch
I have a great team of people working with me, and we are all successful and forward-thinking.


All over the net they showing love on some tennis shit
I am receiving great support and love from fans all over the internet.


I got the game now, you can have it when I'm finished with it
I am the best and most successful in my field, and others can only have the top spot when I am done with it.


Ok I'm standing on the couches in the function, know it's lit tonight
I am at a party and having a great time, and everyone else is having fun as well.


Do it big boy, all the homies off the kryptonite
I and my friends are partying and having a great time, likely under the influence of drugs or alcohol.


Snapchat the story off the iPhone
I am documenting and sharing my experiences at the party on Snapchat using my iPhone.


Singing dirty soda and the styrofoam
I am enjoying and singing along to music that glorifies drug use, specifically codeine mixed with soda and served in a styrofoam cup.


Beast mode, I'm in beast mode
I am in a state of high energy and productivity, like an animal in the wild who is ready to hunt.


I got cheat codes, we on until we gone
I have found a way to be successful and efficient, and my friends and I will continue to work hard and enjoy ourselves until we are done.


You gotta watch the snakes through a peephole
You must be wary of people who may be deceitful and hidden, and must protect yourself from them.


Act like they your age but then they hit you with the R.I.C.O
Some people may act like they are your friends and have similar interests, but in reality they may be trying to trap or manipulate you into legal trouble.


Round here we don't approve of your funny acting
In my community, we do not accept or appreciate people who act insincerely or dishonestly.


Round here we only move if the money stacking
In my community, we are only motivated to work or engage in activities if we are making money and achieving success as a result.


Round there is a bunch of fools who look dumb in action
There are many people in my area who act foolishly or impulsively and do not think before they act.


Where I'm from is a bunch of goons who just love the action
In my hometown, there are many individuals who are tough or violent and enjoy being involved in conflicts or dangerous situations.


We're talking cash, not the birds and the bees
We are focused on making money and achieving financial success, rather than discussing sex and reproduction.


My verses is mean
My lyrics are aggressive and powerful, and convey a strong message.


The flow dope, I'm serving the fiends
My rapping style is addictive and enjoyable, and I am satisfying the desires and needs of my fans.


I'm usually conscious
I am often aware and thoughtful about my actions and words.


Really man, I'm just being honest
I am speaking truthfully and openly, without attempting to deceive or mislead anyone.


A lot of niggas say they hot but more like 30 degrees
Many people may claim to be successful or talented, but in reality they are only moderately impressive or effective.


I'm mobbing with my niggas like the old days
I am spending time and socializing with my close friends, similar to how we used to when we were younger.


I been doing me, I'm on my own wave
I have been living life in my own unique way, and am not following traditional expectations or norms.


You been watching hard, that's why you so behind
You have been observing my actions and progress closely, which is why you are struggling to keep up with me.


And I'm the only one that's working overtime
I am putting in extra effort and time to achieve success, while others are not willing to make the same sacrifices or commitments.


I hit the game winner, I'm in overtime
I have achieved a significant accomplishment or success, and am now striving to achieve even more as if I were in overtime in a sports game.


I gave her four quarters, now she want that overtime
I have given someone what they wanted, but now they are asking for even more or extra, like overtime pay.


If I don't got it now, I'ma get it over time
If I don't currently have what I want or need, I will work hard over an extended period of time to eventually obtain it.


I'm the only one that's working overtime
I am the only person who is putting in extra effort and time to achieve great success, while others are not willing to do the same.




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Comments from YouTube:

Karencitta

discovered this track on spotify. was like tf who does this?! wave chapelle, i see u :)

Alejandro Agra

same here! There's alot of hidden talent on there.

Future House Cloud

sick!

Ryan Trujillo

Such a good workout/ football song

T

Still bumping in 2017 πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯

TEAM six. six. one

wave stays getting offπŸ‘Œ

TriLL

Killed the track

kevin mao

Song is fire!!!! Beat is hot

cherryie Huda

aayyyy so dope!!

6iixes

great as always

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