Signs
Young Thug & Drake Lyrics
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Yeah
Champagne with breakfast while I'm yawning
You can't drink all day if you don't start in the morning
Lord, forgive me, I can't take things slowly (slow)
I'm gone on them once I get going (gone on them, oh)
Tryna stay real close to me (close)
I gotta catch myself
I can't play myself
I need to take it
Easy, easy, easy, easy
Easy, easy, easy, easy
Railiza, you need a
Money and visa
And you get what you want, always from me
I can't say "No" when you say, "Please"
I can't say "No"
Howisha, you need a
Baby with me, uh
And I'm takin' my time, just wait, don't leave
I can't say "No" when you say, "Please"
I can't say "No"
You wanna drink like Bajan and dance like Trini
Yeah
You wanna supermodel pose like mi real friend Winnie (ah mi real friend)
Yeah
Vacation is done but I'm not finished, no
Champagne with breakfast while I'm yawning
You can't drink all day if you don't start in the morning
Lord, forgive me, I can't take things slowly (slow)
I'm gone on them once I get going (gone on them, gone on them, gone on them)
She tryna take it all off for me (close)
Tryna stay real close to me
I gotta catch myself
I can't play myself
I need to take it
Easy, easy, easy, easy
Easy, easy, easy, easy
I stay to myself
I'll explain myself
I can't play myself
Our first night, holy night
Five in the morning, yeah-yeah (yeah)
And it feels like you're mine
Signs of the times
Oh, what a time
Playin' it right, playin' it perfect
Laughin' it off but I know you're hurtin'
Signs of the times
I say all the time
Taking my time just gets harder to find it
But you're playin' it right, you're playin' me perfect
She tryna take it all off for me
Tryna stay real close to me
I gotta catch myself
I can't play myself
I need to take it
Easy, easy, easy, easy
Easy, easy, easy, easy
I bet I never disrespect you, darlin'
I bet you pardon me, darlin'
In the first verse, Young Thug and Drake talk about starting their day off with champagne, implying a luxurious and indulgent lifestyle. The line "You can't drink all day if you don't start in the morning" suggests that they like to enjoy themselves and have a good time from early on. They also express a sense of urgency and a desire to live fast and fully, admitting that they struggle to take things slowly.
The chorus emphasizes the need to take it easy, possibly indicating a recognition of the need for balance in their lives. The repetition of the word "easy" serves as a reminder to slow down and not let their fast-paced lifestyle consume them. The lyrics convey a sense of self-awareness, as they acknowledge the need to catch themselves and not get carried away by their own desires.
The second verse introduces two female names, Railiza and Howisha, who are associated with desires and needs. Railiza is depicted as someone who wants money and visa, suggesting materialistic desires and possibly a desire for a better life. Howisha is mentioned as someone who wants to have a baby with Young Thug, indicating a desire for a deeper connection and commitment. Both women are portrayed as being able to get what they want from Young Thug, indicating his willingness to fulfill their desires.
The bridge of the song expresses a sense of intimacy and connection between Young Thug and his partner. The lines "Our first night, holy night / Five in the morning" suggest a memorable and special encounter. The mention of "signs of the times" and "what a time" could refer to the current state of their relationship, indicating that they are navigating through challenges and issues. The phrase "playin' it right, playin' it perfect" implies that they are trying to handle their relationship in the best possible way, even in difficult circumstances.
Overall, the lyrics of "Signs" convey themes of indulgence, self-awareness, and the complexities of romantic relationships. Young Thug and Drake acknowledge their fast-paced lifestyles and the need for balance, as well as the desires and needs of the people they encounter. The song reflects on these themes while capturing moments of intimacy and the struggles they face in their relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah, yeah
Expressing agreement and excitement
Champagne with breakfast while I'm yawning
Indulging in luxury and pleasure early in the morning
You can't drink all day if you don't start in the morning
In order to enjoy oneself throughout the day, it's necessary to begin with a drink
Lord, forgive me, I can't take things slowly (slow)
Apologizing to a higher power for being unable to be patient
I'm gone on them once I get going (gone on them, oh)
Once I get started, I become obsessed with what I'm doing
She tryna take it all off for me
She is attempting to undress for me
Tryna stay real close to me (close)
Wanting to maintain intimate proximity
I gotta catch myself
I need to regain control of my emotions
I can't play myself
I can't deceive or fool myself
I need to take it
I must handle the situation with caution
Railiza, you need a
Railiza, you require
Money and visa
Financial stability and travel documentation
And you get what you want, always from me
And you consistently receive what you desire from me
I can't say 'No' when you say, 'Please'
I am unable to refuse your request when you plead
Howisha, you need a
Howisha, you require
Baby with me, uh
A romantic relationship with me
And I'm takin' my time, just wait, don't leave
I am being patient, waiting for the right moment, don't abandon me
You wanna drink like Bajan and dance like Trini
You desire to drink like someone from Barbados and dance like someone from Trinidad
You wanna supermodel pose like mi real friend Winnie (ah mi real friend)
You want to strike a pose like my genuine friend Winnie, who is a supermodel
Vacation is done but I'm not finished, no
The vacation may be over, but I am not done enjoying myself
I stay to myself
I keep to myself
I'll explain myself
I will clarify and justify my actions
Our first night, holy night
Our initial encounter, a sacred moment
Five in the morning, yeah-yeah (yeah)
At five in the morning, expressing agreement and enthusiasm
And it feels like you're mine
It gives the impression that you belong to me
Signs of the times
Indications of the present circumstances
Oh, what a time
What a remarkable period
Playin' it right, playin' it perfect
Executing the situation flawlessly and skillfully
Laughin' it off but I know you're hurtin'
Pretending to find it amusing, but I am aware that you are in pain
I say all the time
I continually emphasize this
Taking my time just gets harder to find it
Being patient becomes increasingly difficult to achieve
But you're playin' it right, you're playin' me perfect
However, you are handling the situation expertly, manipulating me flawlessly
I bet I never disrespect you, darlin'
I am confident that I have never shown disrespect towards you, my dear
I bet you pardon me, darlin'
I wager that you forgive me, my dear
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Aubrey Drake Graham, Noah Shebib, Dwayne Chin-Quee, Ashante Reid, Jeffery Williams
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