I sit back and smoke, and I meditate (Ghost)
If it ain′t about money, I'll separate (Get away)
I′m lyin', shots gon' keep on flyin′
For all of my brothers that went to a better place (I mean it)
Where I′m from, get a gun, it ain't never safe (Never)
I′ma shine, I'ma make sure the weather straight (S.H.Y.N.E.)
It′s my time, only right that I elevate (Elevate)
Got my foot on the gas, accelerate (Zoom)
You must be stupid or clueless if you think I'm droppin′
The ball like I really do this (Do this)
Old gun dirty, so I brought a new grip (New grip)
Baby mama trippin' so I got a new chick (New chick)
Entertainin' all this drama ′cause I got a pool stick (Pool stick)
I be swimmin′ with piranhas, all my guys ruthless (S.H.Y.N.E.)
I'm the coach, I′ve been busy, got my hands tied (Rah-rah-rah-rah)
Look close, they ain't slide since they mans died (Grah)
They do it for views and I had enough (Had it)
They cappin′, they f*ckin' the package up
See, usually I′m in the newest V (Skrrt, skrrt)
Mike AMIRI, my shirt, Louis V
They know I'm a star, they pursuin' me (S.H.Y.N.E.)
I had bars way before puberty (Bars)
From afar, they look at the jewelry
Fly killer, ain′t nobody cool as me
They upset when I flex, I′m a big deal (Flex)
Quick drill on the opps, then I switch wheels
Couple survivors could vouch how that stick feels
Say they ain't gon′ ride, when it's time, they sit still (Time)
I will not lie, I know people that did squeal
But that don′t have nothin' to do with me
You gon′ die if you think about shootin' me (Rah)
I be high off the za, doin' foolery
I′m not here for the gossip, change the topic
You want fame? Not me
Look, I came for profit (Money)
Play my role, I′m the ghost, I'm remainin′ silent (Ghost)
This a [1:00], I can make a promise
It's easy, they didn′t believe me (They didn't believe me)
Shoutout to Los, that′s the G-zzy (G-zzy)
When approachin', the ghost is at least three (Least three)
G lock, sweet shots at your beanie, S.H.Y.N.E. (Rah, rah)
Diamonds, water, Fiji (Fiji)
Makin' moves and I′m cruisin′ with CP (CP)
Got a son, gotta grind 'cause he need me (Need me)
Tag me in stories, got "Gooey" on repeat
I ain′t tryna act tough, I'm just bein′ honest (Bein' honest)
Spanish mami give brain like she went to college
I got skeletons I can′t let out the closet
You my brother, don't need to ask if I got it (Don't ask)
′Cause it′s loyalty right before love (Loyalty)
For the royalty, I will not budge (Nope)
You adore her, Dior her, but don't never spoil her
′Cause things will get swept under rugs (It will)
Since a youngin, I knew who I was (I knew)
Been elite and looked up to the plugs (The plugs)
I know that I shine, but I came from the mud
I won't fall in line, bitch, you know I′m a thug (S.H.Y.N.E.)
(How you know?)
(Poor now, rich later)
(Sho' that)
(SHYNE)
I sit back and smoke, and I meditate (Ghost)
I take a break from my busy life and reflect deeply on my thoughts while having a smoke.
If it ain′t about money, I'll separate (Get away)
I don't want to engage with things or people that don't benefit my financial growth.
I′m lyin', shots gon' keep on flyin′For all of my brothers that went to a better place (I mean it)
Even though I may not say it often, I will continue to seek revenge for my deceased friends until they are at peace.
Where I′m from, get a gun, it ain't never safe (Never)
The environment I grew up in is so dangerous that the only means of protection is a gun.
I′ma shine, I'ma make sure the weather straight (S.H.Y.N.E.)
I will work hard to achieve success and make sure that everything around me is in order.
It′s my time, only right that I elevate (Elevate)
It's my moment, my turn to rise to the top and achieve greater things.
Got my foot on the gas, accelerate (Zoom)
I am speeding towards success with all my might by working hard and seizing opportunities quickly.
You must be stupid or clueless if you think I'm droppin′The ball like I really do this (Do this)
If you think I'll make a mistake or fail, then you don't know my determination and hard work towards my goals.
Old gun dirty, so I brought a new grip (New grip)
I replaced my old gun's grip as it was worn and unreliable.
Baby mama trippin' so I got a new chick (New chick)
To avoid my ex-girlfriend's conflicts, I found someone new.
Entertainin' all this drama ′cause I got a pool stick (Pool stick)
I am enjoying provoking others and causing tension because I have a weapon to protect myself.
I be swimmin′ with piranhas, all my guys ruthless (S.H.Y.N.E.)
I am always surrounding myself with dangerous men who are capable of anything to form stronger alliances and gain respect.
I'm the coach, I′ve been busy, got my hands tied (Rah-rah-rah-rah)
I am the head of our group, busy managing and guiding them towards our goals, and have no free time.
Look close, they ain't slide since they mans died (Grah)
If you observe closely, you will see that my enemies have not retaliated since we took revenge for our fallen brothers.
They do it for views and I had enough (Had it)
I am tired of those who seek attention and fame at the cost of dignity.
They cappin′, they f*ckin' the package up
They are lying, and this is adversely affecting our operation's success.
See, usually I′m in the newest V (Skrrt, skrrt)
Typically, I am driving around in my latest and most expensive car.
Mike AMIRI, my shirt, Louis V
I am wearing high priced clothes from designers like Mike Amiri and Louis Vuitton.
They know I'm a star, they pursuin' me (S.H.Y.N.E.)
Everyone knows that I am a rising star and are continuously following me.
I had bars way before puberty (Bars)
I was talented and skilled with words from an early age.
From afar, they look at the jewelry
People from a distance admire and appreciate my valuable accessories.
Fly killer, ain′t nobody cool as me
I am unique in my killing style, and no one is as cool as me.
They upset when I flex, I′m a big deal (Flex)
People get envious when I showcase my wealth and success because they know I am a significant figure in our industry.
Quick drill on the opps, then I switch wheels
I get our enemies out of the way as quickly as possible and move on to another task, switching cars according to my needs.
Couple survivors could vouch how that stick feels
Some of my friends, who worked with me recently, know what it's like to use a gun in a dangerous situation.
Say they ain't gon′ ride, when it's time, they sit still (Time)
Those who claim to have my back are nowhere to be seen when things get rough.
I will not lie, I know people that did squeal
I won't deny that I know individuals who gave away information or offered incriminating testimony to reduce their punishment.
But that don′t have nothin' to do with me
I had no part in their involvement, and their choice has no impact on me.
You gon′ die if you think about shootin' me (Rah)
If anyone thinks about pulling a gun on me, they will pay the ultimate price.
I be high off the za, doin' foolery
I am often under the influence of marijuana and getting myself into trouble.
I′m not here for the gossip, change the topic
I'm not interested in silly chitchat but want to focus on more important matters.
You want fame? Not me
You may want to become famous, but I don't care about being in the public spotlight.
Look, I came for profit (Money)
I am here to make money and increase my wealth, and that is my main goal.
Play my role, I′m the ghost, I'm remainin′ silent (Ghost)
I play my part as the quiet person behind the scenes, keeping my mouth shut and observing from afar.
This a [1:00], I can make a promise
I can ensure that this is the real deal and that you can trust me.
It's easy, they didn′t believe me (They didn't believe me)
It may have been simple for me to achieve success, but people doubted me when I started.
Shoutout to Los, that′s the G-zzy (G-zzy)
I'm showing my appreciation to my friend Los, who has impressed me with his G-like behavior.
When approachin', the ghost is at least three (Least three)
I always travel with a minimum of three men and am extra cautious while entering a new place.
G lock, sweet shots at your beanie, S.H.Y.N.E. (Rah, rah)
I have a Glock and am willing to shoot, aiming for my enemy's headgear, and proudly representing our crew S.H.Y.N.E.
Diamonds, water, Fiji (Fiji)
I treat myself to expensive water brands like Fiji and also wear diamond jewelry.
Makin' moves and I′m cruisin′ with CP (CP)
I am actively making business moves while traveling together with my associate CP.
Got a son, gotta grind 'cause he need me (Need me)
I have a child that depends on me, and I have to work hard to provide the best for him.
Tag me in stories, got "Gooey" on repeat
People should mention me in their social media posts while I listen to my favorite song "Gooey" again and again.
I ain′t tryna act tough, I'm just bein′ honest (Bein' honest)
I am not trying to be intimidating or aggressive, but I am simply speaking the truth.
Spanish mami give brain like she went to college
This Spanish girl is good at head, and it feels like she took some courses on the subject.
I got skeletons I can′t let out the closet
I have some deep, dark secrets that I don't want to reveal to anyone.
You my brother, don't need to ask if I got it (Don't ask)
You're my blood brother, and there's no need to ask whether I've got your back because I will always have it.
′Cause it′s loyalty right before love (Loyalty)
For me, it's all about loyalty to my loved ones and friends, more than romantic love.
For the royalty, I will not budge (Nope)
I will remain stubborn for the royalty, not giving away easily.
You adore her, Dior her, but don't never spoil her
You love her and give her designer clothes that she deserves, but don't make her too privileged.
′Cause things will get swept under rugs (It will)
If she becomes too spoiled, she may get away with things she shouldn't, and it will only lead to problems.
Since a youngin, I knew who I was (I knew)
Ever since I was young, I have had a clear sense of my identity and purpose in life.
Been elite and looked up to the plugs (The plugs)
I have been top-tier and admired by fellow high-level associates in our operation.
I know that I shine, but I came from the mud
I recognize my prominence, but I never forget my humble beginnings and where I came from.
I won't fall in line, bitch, you know I′m a thug (S.H.Y.N.E.)
I will not comply with anyone, as I am fiercely independent and a thug, just like the rest of the crew from S.H.Y.N.E.
(How you know?)
This is a casual response that gained popularity, referring to the question's answer being quite obvious.
(Poor now, rich later)
Although I may not have been wealthy in the past, I will become prosperous in the near future.
(Sho' that)
This is a slang term that means "of course" or "absolutely".
(SHYNE)
This is the name of the group he belongs to, pronounced as "shine."
Writer(s): George Bakopoulos, Culture Bermudez Contributed by Juliana R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.