MILLION DOLLAR BABY Lyrics - Tommy Richman

Million Dollar Baby by Tommy Richman is a song about ambition, yearning for success, and a touch of heartbreak. While the lyrics are open to interpretation, here's a breakdown of the song's main themes and the meaning behind each section.

[Intro]
Do it, baby, do what I should think
Do it, do it, baby, do what I could think
Do it, do it, baby, do what I should think
Do it, do it, baby, do what I could think
Do it, do it, do it, baby, do what I should think
Do it, baby, do what I could think
Do it, do it, do it, baby, do what I should think
Do it, do it, baby, do what I could think

Explanation of Intro 
The repetitive intro sets the mood with an urgent, almost desperate plea. "Do it, baby" is chanted repeatedly, but it's unclear who "baby" refers to. It could be directed at himself, urging himself to take action and pursue his dreams, or it could be a lover who he believes holds the key to his success.

[Chorus]
I ain't never rep a set, baby (Tsk, tsk)
I ain't do no wrong
I could clean up good for you
Oh, I know right from wrong
'Cause I wanna make it so badly
I'm a million dollar baby, don't at me
Yeah, oh, hell no (Yeah, yeah)

Explanation of  Chorus 
The chorus establishes the central theme of the song: the desire for recognition and a shot at stardom. Tommy Richman emphasizes that he's never been affiliated with a gang ("rep a set") and hasn't done anything wrong. He positions himself as a good guy who deserves a chance, claiming to know "right from wrong." The repeated line "I'm a million dollar baby, don't at me" is a confident declaration of his potential and a plea for someone (possibly a record label or the music industry) to take notice.

[Verse]
You rep my city for so damn long (Ah, ah)
But you still don't notice me, my sound next
VA next (Yeah, yeah), I'm at they neck (Yeah, yeah)
I'm running up a check (Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
She a bad lil' mama, she a diva
No matter what happens, he cannot come between us again
I know we're better than friends (Better than friends)
I took her to Queen's Gambit (Yeah, yeah), showed around my friends
Tried to pick some energy up, it don't matter
I know you haven't moved on if you tried (Oh, no)
I don't believe it, baby, I know you lied (Oh, no)
All night long, what you mean I changed?
Haven't stayed the same
I've been losing my mind (Ooh)
I said the city is mine (Ooh)
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Explanation of Verse
The verse gets more personal. He seems to be addressing a woman who represents his hometown ( "You rep my city"). He expresses frustration that despite being from the same place, she hasn't recognized his talent. He mentions his rising popularity ("VA next," "I'm at they neck"), suggesting he's gaining traction but still feels overlooked.The verse also hints at a romantic interest in this woman. He calls her a "bad lil mama" and claims they used to be close ("I know we're better than friends"). He mentions taking her out ("Queen's Gambit") but feels their connection has faded ("don't matter"). He accuses her of lying about moving on ("I know you haven't moved on") and questions if his personality has changed ("what you mean I changed?").

[Chorus]
I ain't never rep a set, baby
Ain't do no wrong
I could clean up good for you
Oh, I know right from wrong
'Cause I wanna make it so badly
I'm a million dollar baby, don't at me
I ain't never rep a set, baby
Ain't do no wrong
I could clean up good for you
Oh, I know right from wrong
'Cause I wanna make it so badly
I'm a million dollar baby, don't at me (No, no, no)

Explanation of  Chorus 
The chorus establishes the central theme of the song: the desire for recognition and a shot at stardom. Tommy Richman emphasizes that he's never been affiliated with a gang ("rep a set") and hasn't done anything wrong. He positions himself as a good guy who deserves a chance, claiming to know "right from wrong." The repeated line "I'm a million dollar baby, don't at me" is a confident declaration of his potential and a plea for someone (possibly a record label or the music industry) to take notice.

[Outro]
Hell, hell nah
Yeah, hell, hell no
Hell, hell no
Do it, baby, do what I should think
Do it, do it, baby, do what I could think
Do it, baby, do what I should think
Do it, do it, baby, do what I could think
Hell, hell nah
Yeah, hell, hell nah
Hell, hell nah

Explanation of  Outro 
The outro ends the song with a defiant repetition of "Hell, Hell Nah." This could be interpreted in a few ways. It might be a rejection of negativity or doubt surrounding his dream of making it big. It could also be directed at the woman, a final plea for her to acknowledge his talent and give him a chance. The song fades out with the same chanting from the intro ("Do it, baby"), leaving the listener to ponder who "baby" truly is and if his dreams will come true.
OVERALL
Million Dollar Baby by Tommy Richman is a genre-bending song that blends R&B, funk, and hip-hop influences. The lyrics express an ambitious young artist's desire for success and recognition. He pleads with someone, possibly a lover or the music industry itself, to acknowledge his talent and potential. The song is filled with frustration at being overlooked despite his talent and a hint of heartbreak over a lost connection. The catchy chorus and driving beat create an energetic soundscape that complements the themes of ambition and yearning.