Monster by 21 Savage Lyrics Meaning – Unraveling the Depths of Fame and Desolation
Lyrics
The money and the fame make a monster
A monster
Power
The money and the fame make a monster
A monster
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, oh
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, oh
Feelin’ so good, might smoke somethin’ (Ayy)
Hit it so good, might choke somethin’ (Ayy)
Might pull out, the game so weak
Fuck it, you can go and have both of ’em
Zone 6 nigga, I come from
Neighborhood soundin’ like, “Pop, pop” (Pop, pop)
Pick ’em up, roll ’em out
All of that drip drip there got young boy drop drop (Drop drop)
Ayy ayy (Ayy ayy), oh (Oh)
Where that money go? (Go)
I was livin’ fast (Fast)
They gon’ watch ’em slow (‘Em slow)
All these niggas got six figures, they won’t miss an O (O)
I’m gon’ shoot they baby mama if I got the pole, oh, ayy (Ayy)
Bodyguards goin’ through customs (Customs)
Both of them boys got handguns
‘Cause most of your friends, can’t trust ’em
Clout chasin’ (Clout chasin’)
Let me truth on the verse (Yeah)
If they paid you to do it, you don’t gotta ask what you worth
Me and Savage, we came from the dirt
If you rappin’ for money, you silly
This shit ain’t a milli’, this shit is a hundred
The industry savage and most of you average
Ain’t ‘fraid of no static, I’m bustin’, I’m bustin’
He might be an addict, he drinkin’ that ‘Tussin
He know where you live, where you work, do you trust him? (Nope)
Power
The money and the fame make a monster
A monster
Power
The money and the fame make a monster
A monster (Low blow)
She below the belt, that’s a low blow (Low blow)
She gon’ try and blame it on YOLO (YOLO)
Niggas out here tryna rap beef (Rap beef)
I ain’t givin’ no free promo (No no)
He cuffin’, he a cop like Robo (Robo)
I’ma pass her to the gang like Romo (Romo)
Brand new ‘Rari, I’m solo (Solo)
Finna go shoppin’ in SoHo (21)
You could dump me in the middle of the ocean
I’m still comin’ out dry (Dry)
You can leave me in the jungle with bears and tigers
I’m comin’ out fly (Fly)
I’ll take the stand for my brother
Put my hand on the Bible, I’m still gon’ lie (On God)
You can have all the fame in the world
All the money in the world, won’t stop no cry (Straight up)
Pain and the hunger made a savage (Savage)
Came from the bottom, disadvantaged (‘Vantaged)
Then I started livin’ my dreams (My dreams)
That shit turned me to an addict (An addict)
It ain’t ’bout the money, you can have it (You can have it)
Shawty got a booty, I’ma grab it (I’ma grab it)
In the fast lane, tryna dodge traffic (Skrrt skrrt)
But I ain’t never dodged no static (On God)
War wounds, I got scars (21)
Teachers told me I wouldn’t be nothin’ but I went far (21)
I could pay your salary for ten years with one car (21)
All the pain and all the struggle made a superstar (21, 21, 21)
Power
The money and the fame make a monster
A monster
Power
The money and the fame make a monster
A monster
In an age where hip-hop articulates the pulse of socio-economic struggles and victories, 21 Savage’s ‘Monster’ emerges as a compelling narrative that ripples through the veneer of glitz and charts a course into the psyche of those entangled with fame’s intoxicating grip. At first glance, it may present itself as another chronicle of success’ lavish spoils, but a closer inspection reveals a labyrinth of introspection and cautionary tales.
The lyrical dissection of ‘Monster’ peels back layers, nimbly navigating through highs and the inescapable lows that accompany power and acclaim. It’s a modern-day odyssey bound in the beats and bars, a reflective manifesto for those who dare to dance with notoriety’s gnashing jaws.
The Seductive Lure of Power: A Cautionary Prologue
Unflinchingly, ‘Monster’ opens with a haunting chorus that encapsulates the entire philosophy of the track – power’s ability to distort and mutate. The repetition serves as an incantation, a hymn to the all-consuming nature of fame. Its simplicity belies the complex iron grip that these elements have on individuals, especially within the demanding music industry.
As Savage’s voice booms with the acknowledgment of this transformation, the listener is ushered into a gallery where the portraits of the mighty are scarred by their own ascension. The Monster, then, is not an external beast but an internal battle wrought from success.
Reflections in the Mirror of Success: A Battle Within
The Atlanta native, 21 Savage, threads his narrative with the fabric of his own experiences, weaving in tales of neighborhood violence and personal temerity. It’s poetry born from the cacophony of gunshots and the glittering allure of quick wealth, where each verse becomes progressively more confessional, unmasking the Monster as the man in the mirror.
The rapper’s introspection illuminates the paradox of his realities. He juggles the gravitational pull of a past life’s chaos with the dizzying heights of newfound fame, challenging listeners to ponder the true cost of their ambitions.
The Anthem of Resilience Amidst Desolation
Delving deeper into ‘Monster,’ the song celebrates an undying resilience, a survival instinct honed on streets where only the fittest endure. Savage romanticizes neither his past nor the treacherous path of fame; instead, he lays bare both worlds, leaving the grit undisturbed and the sheen unpolished.
Obstacles transcend from mere narrative devices into emblems of accomplishments. Savage’s voice converts trauma into triumph, turning the scars of war wounds into badges of honor and painting his growth as the bloom amidst adversity.
Decoding the Hidden Meaning: A Descent into the Fame Maze
‘Monster’ is more than just a recount of personal experiences; it serves as a wider commentary on the industry itself. Savage reveals not just the sideshow but the sinister workings behind the curtain. The industry’s savage nature and the mediocrity it often breeds are laid out as a warning.
Listeners are invited into a backstage panorama, where the intoxicant isn’t just the substances but the very essence of fame. Savage and his collaborator on the track weave a cautionary tale that probes deeper into the concept of trust, loyalty, and the easily discarded value of relationships in the face of omnipotent fame.
Unforgettable Lines That Echo the Sentiments of a Generation
‘Pain and the hunger made a savage / Came from the bottom, disadvantaged…’ These lines strike a chord not only for their rhythmic prowess but for the stark truth they unveil. It’s a universal mantra for those who started from the trenches and clawed their way through the dirt to the ethereal top, only to realize the heavens too have their hells.
In a brilliant juxtaposition, Savage juxtaposes the hollowness of materialism with the depth of emotional scars: ‘You can have all the fame in the world / All the money in the world, won’t stop no cry.’ The Monster, thus, is depicted as not just a fixture in 21’s life but as a pervasive specter hovering over a generation grappling with the void that fame and fortune cannot fill.
