F.N by Lil Tjay Lyrics Meaning – Unraveling the Depths of Loyalty and Betrayal
Lyrics
(If you bust triggers and you tell, you a fuck nigga)
If you tell, you a fuck nigga
(How you tell on the gang? If you mention my name)
(Boy, I promise I’ma kill you, finna dunk, nigga)
(What’s up with you? I grew up with you)
(Used to fuck with you, now I’m wishing that a bus hit you)
(I used to fuck with you, now I’m wishing that a bus hit you)
(Fuck niggas, I don’t trust niggas)
Yeah (if you bust triggers and you tell, you a fuck nigga)
Fuck nigga
Lil Tjay, yeah, yeah
(Used to fuck with you, now I’m wishing that a bus hit you)
Yeah, yeah, yeah (skrrt, skrrt, yeah)
Grrr, pow, I’ma skip town, see my wrist drown
Everybody wanna fuck with me for benefits now
Man, I wish my nigga Smelly could’ve seen me lit now
Sit down, maybe roll up, blow a spliff down
Time go by, niggas change so much
Why the fuck these niggas looking at my chain so much?
They just mad ’cause I departed from the game so much
One false move and the gang gon’ bust
Cartier glasses, 20/20, got a clear view
You a man, I don’t fear you
Act up, we gon’ mask up, boy, I dare you
Brody catch a body, I’ma leave you in the rearview
Could have did it to me, lil’ nigga, you were scared to
You a bluff and you not who you appear to
You’d be starstruck if you see a nigga near you
And your bitch wanna fuck, I don’t care to
Careful, if I say links, plan’s cancelled
I can have your shorty in my bed doing dance moves
Fuck that, let’s get right back to the real shit
In the field shit, niggas really used to drill shit
Mama stressed out, whole lot she gotta deal with
Swear every real nigga gon’ feel this
Smokin ‘on drugs ’cause there’s too much to deal with
SB strapped up in the field with it
Fuck niggas, I don’t trust niggas
If you bust triggers and you tell, you a fuck nigga
How you tell on the gang? If you mention my name
Boy, I promise I’ma kill you, better duck, nigga
What’s up with you? I grew up with you
Used to fuck with you, now I’m wishing that a bus hit you
I used to fuck with you, now I’m wishing that a bus hit you
Fuck niggas, I don’t trust niggas
If you bust triggers and you tell, you a fuck nigga
How you tell on the gang? If you mention my name
Boy, I promise I’ma kill you, better duck, nigga
What’s up with you? I grew up with you
Used to fuck with you, now I’m wishing that a bus hit you
I used to fuck with you, now I’m wishing that a bus hit you
My mama know about the pain, that’ll never change
But looking back for the fame, I don’t feel the same
I was stuck up in the streets, but I had a brain
I ain’t have no money, we was looking for a nigga chain
And all I ever wanted was to have a name
Had a lot of shit to lose, not enough to gain
And that fuck nigga changed, went against the grain
Found out my homie went fed, almost went insane
Strictly business, you ain’t with it, you get parked, nigga
I don’t know you, you wasn’t with me from the start, nigga
I remember catching stains in the park, nigga
Me and Bubba tryna catch an opp after dark, nigga
My mama told me, “Wisen up, be a smart nigga”
So all my niggas on go like a cart, nigga
Smelly drive mean a bullet to your heart, nigga
I don’t really wanna speak facts, see the chart, nigga
Grrr, pow, I’ma skip town, see my wrist drown
Everybody wanna fuck with me for benefits now
Man, I wish my nigga Smelly could’ve seen me lit now
Sit down, maybe roll up, blow a spliff down
Time go by, niggas change so much
Why the fuck these niggas looking at my chain so much?
They just mad ’cause I departed from the game so much
One false move and the gang gon’ bust
Fuck niggas, I don’t trust niggas
If you bust triggers and you tell, you a fuck nigga
How you tell on the gang? If you mention my name
Boy, I promise I’ma kill you, better duck, nigga
What’s up with you? I grew up with you
Used to fuck with you, now I’m wishing that a bus hit you
I used to fuck with you, now I’m wishing that a bus hit you
Fuck niggas, I don’t trust niggas
If you bust triggers and you tell, you a fuck nigga
How you tell on the gang? If you mention my name
Boy, I promise I’ma kill you, better duck, nigga
What’s up with you? I grew up with you
Used to fuck with you, now I’m wishing that a bus hit you
I used to fuck with you, and now I’m wishing that a bus hit you
Lil Tjay
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Oh
In the aggressive landscape of modern hip-hop, few songs cut through the noise with raw emotion and a piercing narrative of street loyalty and betrayal quite like Lil Tjay’s ‘F.N.’ The track, which has become a rallying cry for listeners grappling with the harsh realities of their environment, delves into the psyche of a young artist who has witnessed firsthand the corrosive effects of disloyalty.
With a title that abbreviates a much harsher sentiment, ‘F.N’ serves as a cautionary tale and a personal testament from Lil Tjay. It’s a meticulous dissection of fractured bonds and the high stakes of street life that demands a closer look to uncover the layers of meaning behind its unapologetic verses.
The Piercing Narrative: When Trust is Shattered
At its core, ‘F.N’ grapples with the theme of trust—or the glaring lack thereof—in an environment where the stakes are lethal. The repeated line ‘Fuck niggas, I don’t trust niggas’ isn’t just a catchy hook; it’s a stark admission of the isolation that comes when one’s inner circle becomes a source of potential danger. Tjay’s lyrics suggest that in his world, forming attachments comes with the risk of those same people turning state’s witness—’If you bust triggers and you tell, you a fuck nigga’.
This refrain becomes the backbone of the song, a declaration carved from betrayal. It addresses an unwritten code in the streets where loyalty is paramount and snitching is the cardinal sin. For Tjay, these aren’t just lyrics, but lifelines defining who can be trusted in a world governed by an unforgiving street law.
Of Trust and Its Fallout: Lil Tjay’s Lament
There’s a palpable lament woven through ‘F.N’, evidenced when Tjay speaks to those he once held close—’What’s up with you? I grew up with you’. The loss of brotherhood is tangible, and the pain of severed bonds emerges as a dark undercurrent. In yearning for a bus to hit those he ‘used to fuck with,’ there’s a sense that for Tjay, the emotional fallout is as violent and final as the physical threats he faces.
The song’s emotional weight is supported by Tjay’s melodic flow, a technique that allows these hard reflections to resonate deeply with listeners. It’s not just about catchy rhythms; it’s about painting a vivid portrait of someone who’s constantly looking over his shoulder—betrayed by those he grew up with, those who once held the promise of lifelong bonds.
A Tribute to the Fallen: Smelly’s Undying Influence
Lil Tjay’s lyrics serve also as a poignant tribute to his departed friend, ‘Smelly,’ etching his memory into the song’s fabric—’Man, I wish my nigga Smelly could’ve seen me lit now’. It’s this amalgam of personal loss and public success that gives ‘F.N’ an undercurrent of bittersweet triumph.
In memorializing his friend, Tjay underscores the cost of his own journey to the spotlight. The repeated mentions function both as a nod to loyalty and as an acknowledgement of the void left by those who were supposed to be part of his success but fell victim to the streets.
The Hidden Meaning: Escaping the Tangles of Fame
Beyond its upfront narrative about trust and street justice, ‘F.N’ hints at Tjay’s struggle with the byproducts of fame. As his star rises, he finds himself attracting unwanted attention, both from opportunists and from law enforcement—’Just mad ’cause I departed from the game so much’. The chains around his neck become symbols, signifying success but also inciting envy and marking him as a target.
This ambivalence towards his newfound status is a microcosm of a larger existential crisis—balancing the rush of fame against the desire for a normal life free from the trappings and turmoil of his past. Tjay is both celebrating his escape from ‘the game’ and reflecting on the people and life he has left behind.
Memorable Lines: The Echo of Survival
‘Time go by, niggas change so much’—this line encapsulates the transience of relationships and the mutable nature of the world Tjay operates within. It signifies the evolution that comes with success and survival, but also the lament for a past that can neither be retrieved nor easily forgotten.
Another unforgettable line that resonates with listeners is, ‘My mama told me, ‘Wisen up, be a smart nigga”. Here Tjay pays homage to the wisdom imparted by those who have his best interests at heart amidst a life that often glorifies recklessness and short-term gains over prudence and longevity.
