9$ide X Amethyst Lyrics – Tory Lanez

9 X Amethyst Lyrics Meaning

#[Part I: 9$ide]
##[Verse]
In the first few lines, Tory Lanez is talking about how he’s the only one truly putting in the work. The reference to “Spalding” (a brand of basketballs) in the gym means that when it comes to grinding, the only thing by his side is the ball, implying that he doesn’t rely on others. When he says he’s “swimming in money,” he’s expressing his financial success, but at the same time, warns that when money gets involved, people start acting dangerously—like sharks in the water.

Tory flexes his confidence by calling himself handsome and jokingly telling fathers to keep their daughters away. He makes it clear that money speaks louder than words; instead of arguing, he lets his wealth do the talking. Then he touches on betrayal—someone could have helped him when he was down (possibly during his legal troubles), but they didn’t, and he’s not forgetting that.

He assures that his loyalty to his crew is unbreakable. Even when he was locked up, he had some dark times, but he found support from people of all races, highlighting the respect he gets from different communities. Then he gets aggressive, saying that if someone tries to mess with him, they’ll regret it. Once he’s free, he’s stepping into a whole new level of fame—he compares himself to Bruce Wayne entering Gotham, meaning he’s about to dominate the scene like Batman in his city. His confidence is at an all-time high; he’s flying in style, selling out arenas, and making big moves.

He then shifts focus to women, addressing a girl who needs to stop hesitating and start making money. The mention of “hitting the strip” could refer to hustling, possibly in a club or just in general. Then, he warns about people who try to take advantage of him—if they cross him, they’ll end up in a bad situation, just like a dead president (a reference to money, as well as possibly real-life violence).

Tory talks about loyalty again, saying he only surrounds himself with real ones who stand their ground when problems arise. He then references Rawlings (a sports brand known for baseball gloves), meaning that in the gym, he’s only got the equipment—no fake supporters. If someone disrespects him in jail, it’s not just for show—he’ll fight for real.

He briefly mentions Iggy Azalea, hinting at their past but acknowledging she blocked him. Then, he directly addresses Amethyst, expressing regret over how he treated her. He knows he messed up and wishes he had done things differently. The old him was reckless and impulsive, but the new him is more controlled. However, he’s still not one to be disrespected—if someone crosses a line, they’ll feel the consequences.

He gives a shoutout to his Toronto crew, acknowledging how things get real in his city, where violence is part of life. He reminisces about a lost friend, Charlie, making it clear that while he’s been with many women, none of them matter to him the way his lost homie does. Finally, he speaks to a woman, making it clear he’s not here for romance—he’s spending his money freely and isn’t built for long-term commitment. In the end, he realizes he might have been better off staying with Amethyst.

##[Interlude]
Joe Budden steps in with a short commentary, acknowledging that he wants to talk about Tory’s situation, but knows people will say he’s just being nosy or looking for drama. Still, he doesn’t care—he’s eager to discuss it anyway.

#[Part II: Amethyst]
##[Intro]
Tory wants the listener to really understand his emotions.

##[Verse]
Tory is frustrated and overwhelmed, likely about his past relationship. He says he was so high on love that he was “flying,” but now he’s stuck, unable to land. He hopes Amethyst is still single so he can get back with her. He compares himself diving back into her life to jumping into an ocean. Meanwhile, the people around him are wild and reckless, but no other woman compares to Amethyst. He reassures her that she doesn’t need to worry about other women because they don’t stand a chance against her. However, it seems like she told him not to reach out.

##[Chorus]
Tory is hopeful that when he’s free, Amethyst will still be available. He wants to pick up where they left off and make things right. He’s not looking for a fresh start with someone new—he just wants her back. He keeps repeating her name, emphasizing that she’s still on his mind despite everything that’s happened. If she’s still down, he wants her to let him know, because he has big plans for them once he’s home. It’s clear that despite his tough persona, deep down, he truly misses her and hopes she still feels the same way.