Red Roses
Lil Skies, Landon Cube
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And I got all the drugs in the world that you need We get high to pass time but bitch I ain't no fiend I got money on my mind, I be stacking my green Shawty said she like my style, I be dripping with ease Please don't send me naked pictures, I don't like to be teased Say she got that Super Soaker, well girl just let me see I ain't worried 'bout shit, these niggas ain't scaring me I was destined for this life, this is my destiny Friends wanna be friends when you doing the most How you tell me you my bro then you went out and told Niggas say they down to ride but be folding like clothes Purple hearts all on my garment, I ain't trusting a soul I roll up the Mary Jane, no they can't feel my pain I'm still trapping everyday, I think I'm stuck in my ways If you looking for a handout get the f*ck out my face I don't care about no friends because they all were just fake In my inbox like I owe you, I got this by myself I was broken down bad when you said you would help Now I'm up, they love to hate me, that's just bad for your health And she say she a college girl but left her books on the shelf She gon' f*ck me like a porn star, a rock star Trying to skrt off in that fast car, like NASCAR Girl you know I got a cold heart If I would give it to you, would you tear that shit apart Red roses on my grave, bury me with art And with some Backwoods and a lighter just so I could spark Midnight rider, never put the car in park I'm shining bright just like a light 'cause I came from the dark I ain't never had nobody, put that on my mommy I might have to catch a body if you try to stop me She ride like a Kawasaki and she like it sloppy Oh you got a hotty body, come ride on my Johnny I'm go show you the wave, just give me some space Why you all up in my face like you need a taste Good designer on my waist, shooters keep the K I tell them boys to play it safe, don't lay in your grave I ain't never taking time off, I'm steady grinding I'm never lying, was never crying Take flights I'm flying, no you can't see me Say you need me but you deceive me And I got all the drugs in the world that you need We get high to pass time but bitch I ain't no fiend I got money on my mind, I be stacking my green Shawty said she like my style, I be dripping with ease Please don't send me naked pictures, I don't like to be teased Say she got that Super Soaker, well girl just let me see I ain't worried 'bout shit, these niggas ain't scaring me I was destined for this life, this is my destiny Friends wanna be friends when you doing the most How you tell me you my bro then you went out and told Niggas say they down to ride but be folding like clothes Purple hearts all on my garment, I ain't trusting a soul Said I ain’t never forgotten, not a soul worth remembering 'Cause all these motherfuckers turn to foe when they envy So I don't talk, I work hard 'Cause you could be someone today and just be nobody tomorrow She said I'll never be shit but a goddamn rock star That blunt ash on the floor Well she ain't that far off Said she ain't that far off Roll, smoke That's all we know Toke Took a drag out that Wood now she goin' for my wood So we going to my hood Yea she gonna get it good Yea she know who we are She want this rock star life and she said I'm going far And she off a bar And she can't feel her face no more Yeah she off a bar and she can't feel her face no more She said she can't feel her face no more
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Written by: Amin Elamin, Kimetrius Foose, Landon Cube
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
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12 facts about this song
Song Genre"Red Roses" by Lil Skies is a song that blends the melodic elements of modern rap and trap.
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Release DateReleased on June 19, 2017, the song quickly gained popularity and managed to attract a significant audience.
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Chart PerformanceDespite being independently released, "Red Roses" managed to peak at number 69 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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CollaborationsThe song features a guest verse from American rapper Landon Cube, who also appears in the music video of "Red Roses."
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Music VideoThe music video of "Red Roses" was directed by Cole Bennett, a famous videographer in the hip-hop industry who is known for his psychedelic, effects-heavy clips.
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Song ThemesLike many of Lil Skies' songs, "Red Roses" involves themes of heartbreak, perseverance, and disillusionment with the music industry.
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Streaming SuccessThe song is one of the most streamed tracks on Lil Skies's Spotify profile, amassing hundreds of millions of listens.
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Song Status"Red Roses" was released as the lead single of Lil Skies's debut mixtape, "Life of a Dark Rose," which was released in 2018.
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Mixtape Success"Life of a Dark Rose" debuted on the Billboard 200 at number 23, but eventually climbed to peak at number 10. It was certified Gold by the RIAA in April 2018.
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Live Performances"Red Roses" is one of the staple songs performed by Lil Skies during his live concerts.
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TikTok PopularityBesides its streaming success, the song also gained popularity on TikTok, having been used in various viral videos on the platform.
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Artist ImpactThe success of the song played a significant role in elevating Lil Skies' career and establishing him as a significant voice in modern rap and hip-hop music.
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