He began rapping in 2017 as Lil Yeat, and, after a slew of singles, released his first EP, Deep Blue Strips, in late 2018. In 2019, Yeat would gain further publicity after “Stay Up,” the lead single off his second project and first mixtape, Wake Up Call, received a music video on the popular YouTube channel ELEVATOR.
Smith released Different Creature, a collaborative EP with Dutch producer Clibbo, on July 18, 2019, to positive feedback. Yeat garnered further attention after dropping his second mixtape, I’m So Me, at the conclusion of the year, collaborating with popular producers like Wheezy, Brandon Finessin, and 10Fifty, among others. Yeat continued to gain traction throughout 2020, releasing two EPs meant to hold fans over until Different Creature 2. The project was scrapped as he worked through label issues before becoming independent in 2021.
Fully in control of his output, Yeat began releasing a barrage of music, including twenty-track albums and countless singles. Yeat saw a major jump in support after his song “Sorry Bout That” blew up on TikTok. Subsequent hits like “Money Twerk” and “Get Busy” as well as a shout-out from Drake helped reinforce his newfound success. On August 5, 2021, Yeat released his newest EP, Trëndi.
In late 2021, Yeat would release his most popular album Up 2 Më and then would later drop 2 Älive and its deluxe, 2 Alivë (Geëk Pack)
On September 9th, 2022, Yeat dropped his highly anticipated EP, Lyfë, which had a feature from Lil Uzi Vert and collaborations with producers such as BNYX and collective Working On Dying.
On February 19th, 2023, Yeat posted a tracklist for Lyfë's deluxe version AftërLyfe on his Instagram story. On February 24th, 2023, AftërLyfe was released with a feature from YoungBoy Never Broke Again and more collaborations with BNYX, Working On Dying, dulio and more prominent producers.
Got rich
yeat Lyrics
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I just pulled up in a Tonka
I done got rich, yeah, the X got a whole lot stronger
I done got rich, yeah, bitch I blew up like Osama, yeah
I done got rich, yeah, been too turnt all damn summer
I cant even trust myself, yeah, how can I trust you? Yeah
I just walk in YSL, yeah, and I bought me like five shoes
I′m already up at the top with no maximum, don't got a limit, yeah
Not no quarantine, yeah, we outside, yeah, we outside
Yeah, not no pork and beans, we got rice
My bitch ′bout pull up on me to suck my dick, 'bout to get me right
I don't like wasting time so much, my watches filled with ice
Yeah, y′all be standing, I got a lamb truck
I can′t stand 'em, yeah, I heard enough
Yeah, took a cranky in the Lamb′, whole left side is scuffed, yeah
I get cranky in the AM, need to Perky up
They been wonderin' why they ain′t made it, they not turnt enough
Got the blick on my side, keep it super tucked
I ran up an M, bitch, I'm super up
My bitch just started drinkin′ lean, she got a stupid gut
Yeah, I just been fuckin' my money up
I spent twenty bands today and I made back forty of 'em
We don′t be doin′ no lil' shit, that′s why I got the big body truck
I don't be on no chill shit, I really be on that turn it up
(Wake up F1lthy)
I just pulled up in a Tonka
I done got rich, yeah, the X got a whole lot stronger
I done got rich, yeah, bitch I blew up like Osama, yeah
I done got rich, yeah, been too turnt all damn summer
I cant even trust myself, yeah, how can I trust you? Yeah
I just walk in YSL, yeah, and I bought me like five shoes
I′m already up at the top with no maximum, don't got a limit, yeah
I would just ride around, GLE AMG 43, windows tinted
The lyrics to Yeat's song "Got Rich" describe the rapper's newfound wealth and success. He boasts about pulling up in a Tonka truck, getting rich with the help of X drugs, and blowing up like Osama. Yeat explains that he's been too turnt all summer, and he can't even trust himself, let alone others. He describes walking into YSL and buying five shoes and already being at the top with no maximum. Despite his success, Yeat remains vigilant and cautious, keeping a blick on his side and staying cranky in the morning. He's spent a lot of money, but he's made even more back, and he doesn't do anything little.
Overall, the lyrics paint a picture of a rapper reveling in his wealth and success while maintaining an unrelenting drive to continue turning up and getting even bigger.
Line by Line Meaning
I just pulled up in a Tonka
I have arrived in a very large and impressive vehicle.
I done got rich, yeah, the X got a whole lot stronger
I have become very wealthy and successful, and my status has increased significantly.
I done got rich, yeah, bitch I blew up like Osama, yeah
My rise to fame and fortune has been explosive and sudden, much like a terrorist attack.
I done got rich, yeah, been too turnt all damn summer
I have been partying and enjoying myself excessively all summer long, now that I am successful and wealthy.
I cant even trust myself, yeah, how can I trust you? Yeah
I have become so focused on my own success that I struggle to trust even myself, let alone others.
I just walk in YSL, yeah, and I bought me like five shoes
I frequently shop at the high-end fashion brand Yves Saint Laurent, and have purchased several pairs of expensive shoes.
I′m already up at the top with no maximum, don't got a limit, yeah
I have achieved great success and have no limits in terms of what I can accomplish.
I would just ride around, GLE AMG 43, windows tinted
I enjoy driving my expensive Mercedes-Benz GLE with tinted windows for added privacy and security.
Not no quarantine, yeah, we outside, yeah, we outside
I am not adhering to COVID-19 quarantine guidelines and am choosing to spend time outside with others.
Yeah, not no pork and beans, we got rice
I am not living a simple or poor lifestyle - I am able to afford more luxurious things like rice instead of just pork and beans.
My bitch ′bout pull up on me to suck my dick, 'bout to get me right
My partner is on their way to perform a sexual act on me, which will make me feel better.
I don't like wasting time so much, my watches filled with ice
I value my time and don't like to waste it, as evidenced by my expensive and flashy watch.
Yeah, y′all be standing, I got a lamb truck
While others may be struggling to achieve success, I am driving an expensive Lamborghini truck.
I can′t stand 'em, yeah, I heard enough
I find some people annoying and have grown tired of them.
Yeah, took a cranky in the Lamb′, whole left side is scuffed, yeah
I have caused damage to my Lamborghini truck by taking it off-road or performing stunts.
I get cranky in the AM, need to Perky up
I often feel irritable in the morning and need to take prescription medication to help me feel more awake.
They been wonderin' why they ain′t made it, they not turnt enough
Others may be wondering why they are not achieving success or fame, but the reason is likely because they are not partying or enjoying life enough.
Got the blick on my side, keep it super tucked
I carry a gun with me for protection but keep it hidden and secure.
I ran up an M, bitch, I'm super up
I have made over a million dollars and am very proud of my success.
My bitch just started drinkin′ lean, she got a stupid gut
My partner has started using a dangerous drug called lean, which has caused them to gain weight and look less attractive to me.
Yeah, I just been fuckin' my money up
I have been spending my money recklessly and without much thought or planning.
I spent twenty bands today and I made back forty of 'em
I spent $20,000 today but was able to make twice that amount back quickly and easily.
We don′t be doin′ no lil' shit, that′s why I got the big body truck
I don't settle for doing small or insignificant things - I am successful and have a large, impressive truck to show for it.
I don't be on no chill shit, I really be on that turn it up
I am not interested in taking it easy or slowing down - I am always looking for ways to have more fun and excitement in my life.
Writer(s): Noah Smith, Richard Ortiz, Pierre Thevenot
Contributed by Ethan P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@donquavious
"i blew up like osama" 💀
@arian6565
💀💀💀
@MachiBonds
Dd coming to find this nigga
@cubscubs5783
Fr😂
@NaniFatimana
That's a bar 🔥
@yeat_tonkka
I don't know what I was thinking when I was making this song
@Jaystennn
da hardest songs on albums are always produced by F1LTHY
@cactusstan8580
fax
@mikeykeller2163
@this is a channel name v2 rockstar made, stop breathing, new tank, metamorphosis?
@lilkermit7610
@Mikey Keller metamorphosis da only song outta those thats mid