GTA (feat. Future)

Metro Boomin's 'GTA' featuring Future is a gritty exploration of the high-stakes lifestyle associated with hustling, trapping, and the street life. The song's title, 'GTA,' is a direct reference to the popular video game 'Grand Theft Auto,' known for its themes of crime and chaos. This sets the tone for the song, which delves into the dangerous and often violent world that the artists navigate. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a life filled with fast cars, high fashion, and constant danger, encapsulated in lines like '307, two-door coupe / GTA, I got shooters' and 'Balenciaga and them sticks included.' The repeated phrase 'crash out' signifies the ever-present risk of everything falling apart in an instant.

The song also touches on the duality of loyalty and betrayal in this world. Future's lines, 'Whatever I'm with, my bitch with it too,' highlight a sense of unwavering loyalty, while other parts of the song reveal the treacherous nature of the streets, where 'Zone 3, Zone 6 niggas never play fair, they gon' slime you out.' This juxtaposition underscores the precarious balance between trust and survival. The artists also emphasize the relentless hustle required to stay ahead, with references to 'stackin' it, uh, rackin' it, uh, always up to Jupiter' and 're-up on the first and third, stashin' cash in shoe boxes.'

Cultural references abound, from high-end brands like Balenciaga to the use of slang terms like 'trappin'' and 'flaugin',' which root the song firmly in the context of contemporary street culture. The mention of various drugs and firearms further illustrates the perilous environment the artists are describing. The song's narrative is one of ambition and the lengths one must go to achieve success, even if it means engaging in illegal activities. The luxurious lifestyle depicted—complete with Ferraris and forty-car garages—serves as both a motivation and a stark reminder of the cost of such a life.