2 Chainz & Ariana Grande - R&B, Rap
Rule the World by 2 Chainz & Ariana Grande Lyrics
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Story Behind the Song
What began as a dispute became one of 2019's most unlikely creative partnerships. When Ariana Grande released "7 Rings" in January 2019, 2 Chainz publicly noted its similarity to his 2011 track "Spend It," while the song's music video also drew comparisons to the pink trap aesthetic he had built around his 2017 album *Pretty Girls Like Trap Music*. Rather than letting tensions escalate, the two met in person to resolve the situation, and the meeting proved remarkably productive. 2 Chainz recorded the official remix to "7 Rings," and Grande returned the favor by contributing vocals to "Rule the World," released as the second single from *Rap or Go to the League* on March 19, 2019. The track samples Amerie's "Why Don't We Fall in Love" and earned widespread critical acclaim. It debuted at number 94 on the Hot 100 and later received a 2019 MTV VMA nomination for Best Hip-Hop Video.
Lyrics
[Intro: Ariana Grande & 2 Chainz] Yeah Uh-huh (Hitmaka) 2 Chainz [Chorus: Ariana Grande & 2 Chainz] Top down on the Dawn like I'm used to it (Yeah) Prayin' he make it home like I'm used to it Prayin' he make it home, I got used to it (Used to it) Prayin' he make it home like I'm used to it Top down on the Dawn like I'm used to it Prayin' he make it home, I got used to it Prayin' he make it home like he used to I realized we could rule the world I realized we could rule the world (Oh yeah, oh yeah) [Verse 1: 2 Chainz] Yeah Fell in love with a real one, this a dedication (Wow) Had 'em patiently waitin' for a revelation Even when I ain't around, ain't no separation Your skin's smooth, your eyes brown and you're far from basic Then we go to different places with no suitcases (Wow) But when we come back, we got suitcases (Yeah) Right now I use love for a medication (Love) Back in the day I'd shoot Cupid with no hesitation (Bow, bow) I got more than 40 acres for my reparations Pussy on my navigation, that's my destination (Tell 'em) Please don't never tell on me, baby (Never tell) That mean don't call 12 on me, baby (Don't call 12) As long as the meal prepared for me, baby (It's prepared) The mills I prepare, I share with you, baby (Share) Of course they gon' like this shit, look at it (Look) Everybody ain't happy, then look at me [Chorus: Ariana Grande & 2 Chainz] Top down on the Dawn like I'm used to it (Used to it) Prayin' he make it home like I'm used to it Prayin' he make it home, I got used to it Prayin' he make it home like I'm used to it (Yeah) Top down on the Dawn like I'm used to it Prayin' he make it home, I got used to it (Wow) Prayin' he make it home like he used to (Wow, tell 'em, baby) I realized we could rule the world I realized we could rule the world (Oh yeah, oh yeah) [Verse 2: 2 Chainz] Why don't we ride four deep Rode so far, we on E She on E, she on me (Yeah, yeah) Let's try that way... okay Shawty came in, walkin' like a model Shaped like a bottle She know if she mess with me, it's gon' be trouble I'ma bust that bubble I'ma always love her, mess up all the covers (Yeah, yeah) Watch me break it down like a foldin' chair See me in the Chain Reactions, I got 40 pair Sorry I ain't answer the phone, I was slappin' ass Last night ain't answer, I was pullin' hair Y'all know me, so lowkey All this ice on, I got cold feet My shawty bad, she a trophy She like to lay on me and call me cozy (Yeah) [Chorus: Ariana Grande & 2 Chainz] Top down on the Dawn like I'm used to it Prayin' he make it home like I'm used to it Prayin' he make it home, I got used to it (Pray for me) Prayin' he make it home like I'm used to it (Alright) Top down on the Dawn like I'm used to it (Skrrt) Prayin' he make it home, I got used to it (Skrrt) Prayin' he make it home like he used to I realized we could rule the world I realized we could rule the world (Oh yeah, oh yeah) [Outro: 2 Chainz & Ariana Grande] Skrrt (Yeah) Yeah I'ma trap it out one way or another (Yee) Yeah (Oh) One thing about love, they say it's blind No matter where you're from You gon' bump into it one day Tru
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Meaning of "Rule the World" by 2 Chainz
The lyrics paint a picture of a relationship where constant worry is a normalized part of life, yet this shared anxiety becomes a strange foundation for immense power. The repeated phrase "Prayin' he make it home like I'm used to it" establishes a tone of resigned expectation, suggesting a recurring cycle of potential danger or absence. This isn't just a fleeting concern; it's a deeply ingrained habit, a testament to the narrator's (or their partner's) lifestyle. This underlying tension between precariousness and devotion fuels the central idea that even amidst such uncertainty, a profound connection can emerge. The juxtaposition of "Top down on the Dawn" – a symbol of freedom and luxury – with the anxious prayer highlights a duality: enjoying the fruits of a certain life while simultaneously fearing its inherent risks. It’s in navigating these highs and lows together that the realization dawns: "we could rule the world." The craft here lies in the insistent repetition and the stark contrast between the glamorous imagery and the raw vulnerability. The phrase "I got used to it" is particularly striking, implying not just acceptance but a normalization of fear. This normalization, paradoxically, seems to empower the couple, transforming shared anxieties into a source of mutual strength and ambition. The lyrics suggest that overcoming constant threats together grants them a unique perspective and the confidence to conquer anything. Ultimately, the effectiveness of these lyrics stems from their unflinching portrayal of a love that thrives in a high-stakes environment. It’s the acknowledgment of the constant prayer, the "used to it" mentality, that makes the grand declaration of being able to "rule the world" feel earned. This isn't about effortless success; it's about finding an unshakeable bond forged in the crucible of worry and shared experience.
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Credits
- Writers
- 2 Chainz
- Robert Watson (Songwriter)
- Rahky
- Moore Melvin Ray III
- OneInThe4Rest
- Rich Harrison
- Cardiak