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YoungBoy Never Broke Again - Rap, Hip-Hop

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[Intro] Yeah, yeah, yeah (Oh, ohh) I'm a real, I'm a real I'm a real deal slime [Chorus] I'ma ride that red eye (Red eye), like a demon Stack that money 'til I can't no more (No more) We be robbin' and schemin' (On God), oh Lord How long would it be until this pain gon' go? Straight from the bottom, blow a bag on my bros, oh, yeah, yeah Just for his head, a hundred thousand, say less, I pay that Got plenty money, but I had to jump up out my bag [Verse 1] I stayed down lately, shawty, I'd die for you Fuck that shit that he be talkin', did he ride for you? I jeopardize and send my brothers 'fore to slide for you And every nigga 'round me willing 'fore to die for you Who you judgin'? I come up straight from the gutter We done struggled, me and my brothers had no one but each other I can buy a hatchback, but can't buy my family back, my life nothin' I want my Ne back, but I'm caught up with these hoes and I'm thuggin' [Chorus] I'ma ride that red eye (Red eye), like a demon Stack that money 'til I can't no more (No more) We be robbin' and schemin' (On God), oh Lord How long would it be until this pain gon' go? Straight from the bottom, blow a bag on my bros, oh, yeah, yeah Just for his head, a hundred thousand, say less, I pay that Got plenty money, but I had to jump up out my bag [Verse 2] Ride foreign ride, got plenty money, but that north where I reside at But I'd fly miles 'cross this town to see you smile She be fans of other niggas, like this bitch wan' be a hype man But the minute I wan' be alone, she don't like that I took heed into your letters, I was locked up with no celly I ain't wanna be nowhere but with you From the bottom all the way back to my section Everyday, yeah, we be steppin' Fuck chasin', I will not be through I'm all caught up with money, like, "Fuck this dream, it ain't nothin'" And fuck these hoes that don't love me, niggas don't like how I be stuntin' I miss Big Dump like my granny, we still at war 'bout my cousin Diggin' 'but I ain't searchin' for gold, I know I'm lookin' for somethin' [Chorus] I'ma ride that red eye (Red eye), like a demon Stack that money 'til I can't no more (No more) We be robbin' and schemin' (On God), oh Lord How long would it be until this pain gon' go? Straight from the bottom, blow a bag on my bros, oh, yeah, yeah Just for his head, a hundred thousand, say less, I pay that Got plenty money, but I had to jump up out my bag (Yeah) [Outro] Yeah (Slime)

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Meaning of "Red Eye" by YoungBoy Never Broke Again

The lyrics to "Red Eye" immediately plunge into a world of relentless hustle and street-level loyalty. The speaker embraces a "real deal slime" identity, driven by the need to amass wealth. Yet, beneath the aggressive posturing, a deep current of pain and longing runs through the track. The core tension here lies in the speaker's pursuit of material gain, often through illicit means, contrasted with an underlying emotional void. Despite financial success, a haunting question persists: "How long would it be until this pain gon' go?" This suggests that outward displays of power and wealth haven't alleviated a deeper, internal struggle, creating a poignant conflict between outward display and inner turmoil. The lyrics masterfully use stark contrasts to highlight this internal battle. The speaker can acquire material possessions but poignantly admits an inability to "buy my family back." This powerful juxtaposition underscores the idea that some things, like lost loved ones or a sense of belonging, are irreplaceable, no matter the monetary cost. The narrative consistently pits the speaker's current lifestyle against a yearning for what's been lost. What makes "Red Eye" hit so hard is this raw honesty, particularly in the face of a seemingly tough exterior. The speaker's willingness to acknowledge specific personal losses, alongside ongoing conflicts, grounds the narrative in profound grief. Ultimately, the track moves beyond a simple street anthem with the admission of "lookin' for somethin'," suggesting a deeper, existential search for meaning amidst the chaos of their life.

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  • DrellOnTheTrack
  • YoungBoy Never Broke Again
  • Roddy Ricch
  • Sean Angus Watson