Moonwalking In Calabasas (remix) (feat. Blueface)
DDG (US)
From Struggle to Stardom: DDG's Journey in 'Moonwalking In Calabasas (remix)'
DDG's 'Moonwalking In Calabasas (remix)' featuring Blueface is a braggadocious anthem that celebrates the artist's rise from humble beginnings to achieving wealth and success. The song juxtaposes DDG's past struggles with his current lavish lifestyle, using vivid imagery and references to luxury brands to illustrate the transformation.
The opening verses by DDG reflect on his early life challenges, such as his mother's financial struggles and his own feelings of being stuck. He mentions his ambition to become rich, which was present even before his fame from creating skits in Oakland. The lyrics 'Momma I told you we gon' be okay' signify his promise to improve their lives, a promise he has since fulfilled as he now lives in luxury in Los Angeles. The title itself, 'Moonwalking In Calabasas,' is a metaphor for gliding effortlessly through life in an affluent neighborhood, a stark contrast to his previous hardships.
Blueface's verses add to the theme of opulence and excess, with a focus on materialism and sexual conquests. The song overall is a celebration of success and the lifestyle that comes with it, but it also touches on themes of betrayal and change, as DDG feels his old friends perceive him differently now. The repeated line 'Benjamin's, we don't fuck with Jackson's' emphasizes a preference for $100 bills over $20 bills, further highlighting the theme of wealth. The song is a testament to the artists' journey from rags to riches and their unapologetic enjoyment of the fruits of their labor.