BMG Lyrics – Conway the Machine

BMG Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
A quick signal that he’s ready to talk confidently.

[Verse]
He starts by talking about how people constantly question whether he’s still at the top of his game or if he’s slipping. Instead of truly paying attention to his work, they’re busy looking for tiny flaws, hoping to find something wrong. He’s basically saying that if you really listen to what he’s saying, you’ll notice the truth beyond the gossip. He feels that some people get uncomfortable when he speaks honestly because it exposes their bad intentions. He wants inner calm, but instead of letting him have peace, people try to take advantage of him or drain him mentally. At this point, he’s fed up, and it feels like a battle where he has to stay alert.

He talks about feeling broken at times, wondering who would help him put himself back together. Even though he has all the success—symbolized by his chains—he still carries emotional damage. When he says reaching for the sky, he’s talking about aiming high, but at the same time, the streets force him to defend himself. While someone else reaches for a weapon, he reacts first. It shows how dangerous his environment has been and how survival-minded he had to become. He finds it strange that people want him gone, yet at the same time they need him because he brings inspiration and direction. Fans and other artists tell him that his work pushed them to start rapping or chasing their dreams.

He remembers how he used to be involved in crime just to get by, and now he’s living a completely different lifestyle, relaxing in France and enjoying things he never thought he’d have. He points out how people around him got greedy, wanting the biggest share of success, and that greed caused distance and separation within the group. Then he jumps back to the moment he signed with Shady Records in 2016, reminding listeners that even Eminem recognized his talent. He describes himself as powerful and confident, but also someone who can get aggressive when needed, and the people around him will move with him when things get serious.

He talks about how his album was strong without relying on big-name guest appearances. He didn’t blow up from trending gimmicks; he simply delivered great music. He even jokes about getting his luxury car wrapped and how he stunned people with his new look while their careers declined. During that time, all he focused on was picking the right beats and going hard on them. Then he reflects on the dark side of love and how people’s affection can turn into betrayal or envy. Life pushed him into tough situations, making him feel trapped and targeted, comparing it to being hit repeatedly by a strong boxer.

He says some believe his success is luck, but he sees it as a blessing. He mentions his expensive car, describing its color in a playful way, and hints at being seen with women in hotels. Even though he keeps a weapon for protection, he doesn’t worry much because he knows he can handle whatever comes his way. He reminds people that certain individuals only have their opportunities because he helped open doors for them. Meanwhile, he points out that others who tried causing trouble couldn’t even get support from record labels. He credits his group, Griselda, for breaking into the industry and making space for others who came after.

He repeats a message about Black pride and empowerment, showing confidence in his identity and accomplishments. He challenges anyone who tries to boss him around and says he’ll shut them down quickly. He remembers his past days in the drug world, explaining how he used to sell and handle dangerous situations. He mentions shooting at cars to show just how rough his past was. When he repeats the empowering line again, he ties it to being a blessing to his hometown, calling himself a Black Santa Claus because he gives back and represents something special.

He talks about pulling up in a black luxury sports car, comparing it to Batman’s ride, which adds a swagger-filled comic-book visual. He ends by shouting out someone from his circle, showing love and respect for those who stood by him. Throughout the whole verse, he mixes confidence, past struggles, current success, pride, and the complicated relationships that come with fame. He shows how far he’s come, how hard he fought, and how he refuses to let anyone diminish what he’s built. Even with all the chaos, he carries himself with strength, style, and the mindset of someone who survived both the streets and the industry.

[Outro]
He ends by reacting almost in disbelief at how far he’s come, especially considering everything he went through. He brings up a moment when he was shot, with bullets stuck in his neck, leaving half his face paralyzed. Instead of giving up, he kept pushing forward and achieved more than most expected. He highlights how shocking that journey must look to others and finishes by pointing out that despite everything he survived, he still carries himself with confidence and pride.