Vogue cover
Westside Gunn Lyrics

I let the work dry on the Vogue cover
I let my money-making efforts cool and accumulate over time until they are ready to be displayed like a work of art.

Made it snow for seven whole summers
I made a lot of money over the years and have been successful consistently throughout many seasons or years.

Feds tappin', I don't want no numbers
I am avoiding getting caught by the authorities or under surveillance, therefore I don't want any evidence or records pointing to my involvement or financial gain in illegal activities.

Don't ask the price, bitch, you know the numbers
I don't want to waste time negotiating prices with people who already know the standard rates or terms of transactions.

Out the pot, set it on the Vogue cover
I am taking the pure uncut product out of the cooking pot and placing it on a luxurious or high-end surface, indicating the value and quality of the product.

It's gon' blizzard for the whole summer
The drug supply or cash flow will be in excess and abundant during the entire season or period of time, representing abundance and prosperity.

Birds go fast, bitch
Drug transactions or quick money-making opportunities are time-sensitive and move quickly, so don't hesitate or delay.

Kick down your door in my Lanvins (ah)
I invade your personal space or home while sporting fashionable designer clothes and footwear.

Left wrist, right wrist dancin' (ah)
My left and right arm are moving gracefully in a rhythmic pattern while wearing valuable jewelry or watches.

Hermès helicopter, landed in the Hamptons (ah)
I have such luxury and wealth that I can afford to travel on a private helicopter made by an expensive designer brand to a prestigious location.

Gaze down the leg, I was walkin' like I'm crampin' (ah)
I'm walking with a noticeable limp or agitated movement that seems like I'm feeling some sort of pain or discomfort, even though I'm wearing high-end clothing and jewelry.

Walked in the bank, the bank bitch called me handsome (ah)
I am so handsome and impressive-looking that even the tellers at the bank can't help but notice and compliment me.

Make it hand-to-hand, sportin' one of one Vanses (woo)
I am exchanging cash or drugs directly with the buyer or seller without involving any middlemen or third parties, all while wearing customized, rare Vans shoes.

Tripped over roses, why these niggas on my shoulders?
I stumbled or fell due to the petals of flowers, yet still have people clinging onto me or trying to take advantage of my success and fame.

Shoppin' sprees and diamond loaders, brought 'em by come up in coma (skrrt)
I've been excessively shopping and buying luxury items, to the point where it feels like the excitement and thrill may cause a sensory overload or a 'coma' state of mind.

Hear some shots at any moment, full count, I had to go and park
I am vulnerable to being shot or attacked at any given time, and have to remain alert and strategic in order to stay safe or gain the upper hand in a dangerous situation.

Showed my paperwork, then they welcome me with open arms
I presented my information or documentation to a group or community who doubted my credibility or legitimacy, and was accepted or welcomed as a result.

My triple beam and my SB's got a bird on it (ah)
My scales for measuring drugs or money, as well as my high-end sneakers, all have an emblem or logo representing a type of bird or eagle.

Lisa came back with a stem and a fifty
A person, potentially a drug dealer or customer, returned with a supply made up of a small amount of crack cocaine and $50 worth of cash.

Said she left earth on it, let her twerk on it (woo)
The person selling or giving the drugs used or 'escaped' from reality with them, and has to dance erotically or sexually in order to show appreciation or thanks.

She started singin' like Eddie Levert on it
The person who took or purchased the drugs began to enthusiastically or emotionally sing, either out of joy or the effects of the drugs.

Plug had me sittin' at his crib for seven hours (he did)
The drug supplier or 'plug' had me waiting for 7 hours at his house or location for a supply of drugs or money, potentially as a test or a sign of disrespect.

He mowed the lawn, washed all his cars and watered the flowers (shit was crazy)
The drug supplier or 'plug' was still attending to trivial or ordinary tasks while I was waiting for him, either out of boredom or to show that he has the power and dominance in the situation.

Back of my mind, I'm like, "Nigga, go get the powder" (go get it)
In my head, I am impatient and getting anxious for the promised supply of drugs or money, and wish the drug supplier would hurry up and get it.

It pays to hit the last free-throw shots when you down one (woo)
In a difficult or dangerous situation, it can be rewarding or valuable to successfully complete or execute the final step or action that leads to victory or success.

And he just want see how much I really want it (yeah)
The drug supplier or 'plug' is testing my loyalty, motivation or determination by making me wait and making the process difficult, in order to determine whether or not I am committed to the business or the mission at hand.

And if a little time'll make a nigga give up on him (it won't)
The drug supplier or 'plug' is aware that most people would give up or lose patience if they were kept waiting for too long, however, he believes that I am not easily discouraged or intimidated.

Fuck it, I'll sit here and wait
I am willing to wait and endure the delay or hardship of the situation in exchange for valuable or profitable results later.

'Cause we gon' stuff so many in the door panel won't screw on straight (keep goin')
We will be stuffing so much cash or drugs into the car's door panel in order to remain discreet or avoid detection, that it will be difficult to properly screw the panel back onto the vehicle.

Twenty-eight, twenty-eight (twenty-eight) thirty-six twenty-eights (twenty-eight)
Various quantities of drugs or money are being referenced, with 'twenty-eight' potentially referring to grams of drugs or $28,000, and 'thirty-six' referring to $36,000, etc.

We do numbers through the Cartiers (twenty-eight)
We successfully complete transactions or make large amounts of profit through exclusive, high-end jewelry brands like Cartier.

Every day for a month, had his block sprayed up
Every day for the span of a month, the person is painting or decorating a certain location or surface in order to mark their territory or advertise their involvement in the drug trade.

She said, "Your jewelry cost what? "
A female is shocked or impressed by the price or value of the artist's jewelry.

I said, "A Mustang truck, bitch" (a Mustang truck, bitch, bitch)
The artist is making a self-congratulatory statement, indicating that he can afford to buy a luxurious car with his earnings from illegal activities.

This ain't luck, bitch, this brick's weighed up, bitch (bitch)
The singer asserts that his success and profits come from hard work, intelligence, and careful calculation, not just random chance or coincidence.

Them niggas ain't us bitch (bitch, no)
The artist differentiates himself and his team from other drug dealers, claiming superiority or uniqueness.